Connect a Roland FP-10 to a Mac over Bluetooth

[@themattkellyshow]

Dude, thank you so much. I would have never found that buried studio menu. This connectivity + Garageband piano lessons is an incredible tool. Thanks again!

[@samiarden]

I've been trying to figure this out on my own for half an hour, thanks for saving me any more time! Super helpful tutorial

[@teresapash3622]

This is so great! I just recently purchased a Roland LX 5 and was really concerned if my old laptop would be able to Bluetooth, but now I can’t wait for the keyboard to be delivered because I know how to connect it, thanks to you. 😁

[@zmwarkoczynski-prochownik4828]

Brian, you're a lifesaver. I have overlooked your video bc I have a Windows computer not a Mac, but the activation key information was PRICELESS. Not sure why Roland is not writing this on a big orange sticker in the box

[@tacizettinkocabulluk]

How did you connect to you windows pc? I couldn't.

[@nadiaryan1542]

Thanks so much for this video, why doesn't Roland give you this quick and easy overview. I have spent a good few hours looking at how I can connect the keyboard to my Mac, I am glad I kept searching until I found your video. Great

[@brianreyman]

Happy to hear it helped! One of the main reasons I created it was that it took me way too long to figure it out. Wanted to make sure I shared it with others!

[@goddessworshipper]

Thank you so much my friend for posting this as I could not figure it out from instructions that came with the FP-30 (similar to FP-10) how to connect with MacBook, and like you say, I looked in BlueTooth settings, not Audio Midi Setup! That was the key. Then figuring out where to go in Audio Midi Setup wasn't exactly obvious either. Thanks again for taking the time to help us out!

[@elizmoser]

I found this super helpful! Thanks for solving this!

[@LuckySAMLLC]

Thank You so much for posting this! I have been searching video to video for a long time until I found your video! Thank you again!

[@CaseyMusicOfficial]

Brilliant! Thank You Brian! Getting mine tomoz, so will be watching again to be sure I get it right over the weekend! love your clarity

[@lmagbig23]

Absolute legend! I used this to connect to my Go:Piano through Roland. Works the same.

[@WPFDemos]

Wow, i checked everywhere in the manual and couldn't find how to turn on BT through the 5th key from the right. Thanks a ton, now I can finally access touch sensitivity on my FP10.

[@nhatminhvu7347]

Thank you so much mate, I just 2 press the button ten times and almost give up, and then I realized I haven't done to finish the video ^^ I got it now

[@zachtolley3552]

OMG thank you! Yours in the only video that actually showed how to first connect to bluetooth (hint: hold FUNCTION button and highest C# simultaneously)

[@op1ekun81]

Cheers! That MIDI Studio was the last missing piece of the puzzle :) I've already started recording my Roland RP102 using GarageBand.

[@lucianobarros2303]

Short and clear video. Worked perfect! Kudos!

[@amp53211]

This worked for the FP30 too. Thank you I would have never figured that out!

[@naynayw]

I've watched this sooo many times and each time I'm like yep got it. Then I forget next time haha!!

[@garrettgengler7637]

Super super helpful! Thank you, God be with you bro!

[@naryelikperez9525]

This was super helpful and made it so easy! Thank you!

[@brianreyman]

Sure thing, glad it helped!

[@yetanotherpianist4449]

I'm sorry if I missed the whole point of the video, but how can I import recordings I made on the Roland to the Mac? Anyways, thanks a lot, the connection works great.

[@nicop.1531]

Fantastic! Thank you so much for this video!

[@mallinmall1327]

thank you, this is insanely helpful! could you please do a video on how to record into mac under this setup? thanks!

[@xuchenglin6256]

Wish I saw this earlier… F140r users here, the macOS part is the same…. Thank you!

[@demejiuk5660]

Crazy! That was so simple. Thanks

[@aldoasinomas]

This worked great for the Go Piano 88. Thanks a lot!

[@armandozaragozaoficial]

Hello! My iMac is of the year 2011. When I trying to connect It appears to me : this mac is not compatible whit bluethooth LE ¿What can i do?

[@seloyster5749]

Thank you! The only video that really helped me!!

[@ZY_Tan]

Hi Brian, I tried to do the same with my mac on the Catalina OS. Despite showing connected in audio midi setup, the fp 10 does not turn on the function button light. However I tired connecting with Android phones on the piano partner app everything works and the function button lights up. Any idea what might be wrong?

[@brianreyman]

Sorry to hear that. I'm not expert enough to troubleshoot a ton in it, but I do have one thing to try - look in your connected/available bluetooth devices in macOS. I sometimes find the FP-10 will be in the list and then it doesn't want connect. If I intentionally drop/disconnect and forget it entirely, I'm then able to re-connect properly with the steps from the video. If that doesn't help, it might need a support email to Roland...

[@ZY_Tan]

@@brianreyman It worked for me today! I think it might have something to do with the advertised computer name. Previously it was configured to be "Someone's Macbook Pro" and perhaps the special character caused the connection to fail somewhere. I changed it to "Someone-Mac" and it is working. Possibly a software bug on Apple's side since my Android phone has similar special characters... I did try to drop the Bluetooth device entirely in the meantime, so that might be the root cause as well. Thanks for the advice Brian!

[@djramosf]

​@@ZY_Tan Thank's!, I was having the same issue on my MacbookPro, I tried what you have done and it worked for me!

[@GabrielFranciscoss]

@@ZY_Tan what do you mean by drop the bluetooth device? just turning it off? I'm having the same issue and even changing the computer name nor trying to reconnect the bluetooth worked for me. =(

[@luimiuting5546]

@@ZY_Tan Thank you so much!! I experienced the same problem as you and your solution (plus forgetting the Bluetooth setting and reconnecting it again) saves my Roland GO:KEYS!!!

[@maurodiaz1393]

Thanks for this, Brian, very useful. I see that the bluetooth device type remains as "mouse", even after connecting via MIDI studio (I think you have the same there). I have the exact same here with my F-140R. Have you been able to overcome that, or you just ignore it? Thanks

[@Baggydawg1]

I appreciate you making this video but unfortunately not working for me! I'm on Big Sur, and for some reason it appears as a device in the window, I press connect, it waits a bit as the button is greyed out trying to connect, then seemingly nothing happens. Tried all the troubleshooting and it's just straight up refusing to connect, despite bluetooth being on and clearly the keyboard is discoverable within Audio MIDI Setup. Any help?

[@LaithAlAadhami]

Thank you so much for mentioning the way of how to turn on bluetooth, roland they didn't mentioned how on the manual Thank you

[@sulygonzalez4363]

thank you!!! !!! 🎉 it’s so helpful

[@DecPlayPiano]

Great video Brian - well explained thanks

[@ciaramurphymusic]

Hey Brian, great video and very clear to follow but after numerous attempts I still can't connect my FP10 to my MacBook. I've followed exactly what you said but my keyboard never appears in the MIDI Studio Bluetooth scan for devices... Any idea what I'm doing wrong?

[@vibewithsimmi77]

Facing the Same issue? Any solution?

[@codesur]

same. Also I can't see the first three flashes after power-on, are there FP-10 without bluetooth?

[@laura8179]

it wont work on mine for some reason. The light wont light up. I just read the manual and it says I should download an app called piano partner 2 but its only avaialble for iphone/ipad.. not mac. tips?

[@Jennybby239]

I’m having the same issue

[@franciscovassolo8690]

I am also having the same problem, have you already solved it?

[@laura8179]

@@franciscovassolo8690 I had to download the app on my phone :(

[@JamieV83]

It is available for my android, not sure if that's helpful

[@viktorviktormusic]

thanks man, this was very helpful !

[@IrsanS]

Is there any fp10 that does not have bluetooth ? My fp10 does not have any blinking

[@chibata_one730]

Thank you so much! It helped me!

[@beasoderbergmusic]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@JelleDHulster]

Thank you !! Helped me so much!!

[@just_ppe]

Bluetooth was turned off by default on my unit...Function + 5. black key from the right did the trick..I haven't noticed this info in manual..thanks!

[@brianreyman]

Interesting to hear that the bluetooth was disabled by default for you. Glad it was helpful!

[@Dirtycrafts]

This comment is gold. Thanks!

[@bernardcolin]

so easy. thanks

[@mosesmedina6898]

Would this work with the Roland Rd 88 ?

[@RadagonTheRed]

I am considering getting a USB cable for my FP10. Is the Bluetooth good enough for DAW work? Or is it laggy?

[@eminaliev4034]

Thank you, extremely helpful!

[@toximblebriskbone6640]

I am stuck. Thanks for the video, everything works except it does not show up on the Bluetooth part- I am using the Roland Ax Edge however, which does support Bluetooth, but doesn’t show up on my MacBook Air. I can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong

[@chrisjoebekham]

wow tq now i can connect my casio wu-bt10 bluetooth to garageband macbook..tq mate same method

[@danacher]

Hi Brian, is it also possible to connect the FP10 via Bluetooth so that the sound of the tablet or computer comes out of the FP10 speaker?

[@brianreyman]

Unfortunately, I don't believe this is possible.

[@khizrimrantajammul1727]

I manage to connect my Mac to the piano BUT the function light remains unlit. And Logic Pro is not recognizing the instrument. Not sure what I am doing wrong?

[@lucamattiello6593]

same issue here, the 1st time I've tried was working fine, but now it's connected with the light off and no midi signals.

[@alexzachmy]

I have a question please! Is it possible to connect that digital piano to Bluetooth speakers or Bluetooth works only for MIDI connection?

[@b34stmodz54]

How do I connect my fp 10 with the wire. I prefer wire and couldn't find a way to get it to work. I plugged it in and everything but like I can find any option. I wanna use it with mini grand

[@mrtim6479]

Thanks for that. If connecting to an Ipad for Piano learning software would the steps be similar?

[@mrwinstonwolfe]

You sir are a life saver

[@richardholder7492]

Great up to a point but as a new Logic user, how do I get the FP10 into a song? - I can't access through Logic - can anybody help please?

[@Dieggo731]

What driver i need yo connect?? To PC My Roland Fp-10 Thank You ! Who is the Best program in PC for fp-10???

[@labrandons]

I know there will be a tiny bit of lag, like 5-10ms or so, hope not more. When playing along with DAW out studio monitors, is it noticeable while playing?

[@brianreyman]

Brandon Schleter - I’m not sure what the technical specs are but I’ve never noticed any lag that I picked up on or thought was unreasonable.

[@labrandons]

@@brianreyman thanks. Case being I'd like to play through my DAW and monitors but hard to play along with a lag. I've not read concerning things with BT midi, in fact the opposite. have a good enough desktop to handle too. big help.

[@vincentgaliano]

Thank you, it was helpful!!

[@quieego]

Is that a crash pad? How does your bouldering affect your playing?

[@Mingkai12]

Headphones connectivity through mac Bluetooth connexion?

[@KubaZaborowski]

Thank you I finally figured it out😅

[@ArchitBohra]

thanks a tonne man! It worked.

[@mansurk37]

This was extremely helpful Brian. Just curious... are you able to play piano VSTs connected this way?

[@brianreyman]

@mansurk37 - Yes, you should be able to play VSTs, as long as your program/DAW (Logic, ProTools, etc.) support the VST. Details will vary, but once the FP 10 is connected into the Mac, it should be relatively straightforward.

[@andy5178]

@@brianreyman You don't even need a DAW actually, virtually every VST will let you configure the dongle as the MIDI source.

[@lifelineglobal]

Thank you for this, but I have one question. I'm using an iPad mini and it connects via Bluetooth without any problem. EXCEPT, I practice at night so as not to disturb those sleeping, I want to use headphones. If I plug my headphones into the iPad, I can hear my Skoove lessons, but not the piano. If I plug my headphones into the FP 10, I can hear the piano, but not the lessons in the app. IS there any way I can do this with the FP 10?

[@GregDebres]

how can you get the sounds from the mac to come out of the piano ? is that possible ?

[@brianreyman]

Unfortunately, there isn't a way to get Mac audio to come out of the keyboard.

[@IMorseMusic]

Hi Brian, thanks a lot for the video. Do you maybe know how can I connect, play and record the FP-10 onboard piano and instruments sounds on Logic Pro X? Cheers

[@brianreyman]

This is definitely possible. One of the main benefits of connecting your keyboard to a Mac is to record music. Logic Pro X does a great job at that! It's not easily explainable in a comment, but you can check out this to get started: support.apple.com/kb/PH13419?locale=en_US#:~:text=Logic%20Pro%20features%20a%20complete,the%20sound%20of%20the%20track. Or, search something like "logic pro software instrument track" in KZbin and watch the few top results.

[@rodolfovalente3253]

Hi @brianreyman when I connect my Mac mini M1 running Big Sur to my FP-10 via Bluetooth MIDI, I can successfully send MIDI events to the piano. But it doesn't work the other way around. The FP-10 can't send any notes to the computer...

[@GursimransinghMuhar]

The default piano partner 2 app from Roland does not allow the use of rhythms. Can we do that by connecting it to MAC/ Ipad and using third party apps like GarageBand or LogicPro?

[@crosswire]

I have done the steps for the fp90 but when I hit connect in the audio midi utilty , nothing happens and it does not connect . Not sure why

[@VintageSH]

Great, very useful, thanks :)

[@paulyphony]

can I connect to ipad?...via Bluetooth midi!?

[@gerardoguzman6006]

You are the man, thank you !

[@animationdufun9553]

Hey thanks you for the video if i understand i can connect with a cable too(cause i don't have bluetooth) ? my piano on a computer and use the piano like a synthesizer ? (sorry for my bad english )

[@josemaline]

I can’t get the output through GarageBand once connected. It does if I connect it through an usb cable. Am I doing anything wrong?

[@nitsanns]

תודה בריאן, זה מאוד עזר. שכוייח!!

[@catherinebock9283]

Thanks for this. Do you know how to record the audio rather than the MIDI file to my computer?

[@brianreyman]

Most applications/DAWs will record it as MIDI data but when you play it back or export, it will play the actual audio. I’m not sure how to record directly as an audio file as I’ve always been okay having the MIDI data and then export to audio from there.

[@rscottwilson1]

Thanks for this. Seems like it shouldn't be this hard.

[@scherzoherzo2609]

The function button does not light up and stay solid even when it connects. My DAW doesnt catch any signal. Maybe that is why?

[@evenaicantfigurethisout]

How much of the expression in the keys are lost when transmitting to the DAW? Is there any difference in the amount of midi information transmitted from the fp10 vs a full scale controller like the arturia keylab or the native instruments?

[@brianreyman]

KL Tah - Nothing is lost. Full MIDI info on key press, force and even pedal use are all transmitted and captured in your DAW.

[@BartolomeuFernandes]

Muito obrigado meu amigo, me ajudou muito. Antes eu não consegui ligar mas com seu video tudo ficou mais fácil e divertido. Forte abraço.

[@ibtisamal-jahsyi242]

how do I connect it to my PC?

[@mrmuyrapido]

Thank you, no where does it say to do this in the manual or website. Unbelievable. My fp-10 finally connects!

[@morganbraun]

Bless u so much I’m eternally greatful

[@adonay.franco]

The midi sounds work in the speakers of the piano?

[@brianreyman]

It will depend on what software you’re using on the Mac, but yes, many do allow you to configure the keyboard speakers to be the MIDI out (I know it works in Logic but not sure on others).

[@adonay.franco]

@@brianreyman thanks bro

[@mrvlhs]

@@brianreyman Does this mean it's possible to connect wirelessly to an iPad, put some VST pluggins, and hear the VST through the piano's speakers? That would be amazing

[@samcooper5082]

Legend! Thanks so much!!

[@brucekennedy5274]

Thanks very helpful! Could you, or the chat help me with a question? I’m thinking of buying the fp10 for two reasons - 1) As a decent alternative to a “real’ piano for my daughter to practice on, she is a beginner. And 2) for me, who has v little piano skill, to use as a midi controller - I love to muck about with DAWs and other music software on Mac and iPad (classic dad dreams of becoming the next Moby!) I’m happy to pay for something like this, with a nice action for the money. So do people think this is a good choice?

[@brianreyman]

@Bruce Kennedy - I'm not an expert on instrument selection, but it would do a decent job at that. The full set of weighted keys probably make it better as a real piano to practice on (I have mine for learning/playing piano). You can definitely use it as a MIDI controller - all the keys map into most audio/musical programs/DAWs. But, you won't get the pads and other features of a true MIDI controller. Having said that, a MIDI controller could be even harder to learn/play piano on for a kid than a piano would be to use as a MIDI. So, if I were you, I'd go with the Roland and use it for both. Or, consider getting the Roland for her and a cheap MIDI controller for you (decent ones can be had for $50-100).

[@brucekennedy5274]

@@brianreyman Thank you Brian. I think I'm really sold on the idea - I've seen several reviews and comparison vids on KZbin and this keyboard really seems to shine for feel and general bang for your buck. I love the simplicity of it - clean looking, not covered in lights, drum pads and other tacky stuff. And you're right - if I need knobs and pads etc for more midi "twiddling" there are tons I can add. In fact I already own a couple that are begging to be dusted off and put to some use! Thanks again for the advice :)

[@brianreyman]

Sure thing! I’m really enjoying it for sure. The fact that it can connect via Bluetooth is nice for when I want to quickly lay down some notes on the computer.

[@chidera5730]

Bruce Kennedy I’ve been doing the same thing! Have you gotten it?

[@brucekennedy5274]

@@chidera5730 Not yet, but I'm convinced it's a great choice - once I've got a few spare pennies.

[@cyruson8883]

Hi Brian, thank you for the info, i read on roland website that roland fp10 doesn't have bluetooth in all countries! is that right?! and when it doesn't have it means that you should connect to other devices for using the app by usb?!

[@brianreyman]

Sure thing Cyrus. Yes, I read something similar, so it is correct. Bluetooth isn’t supported in all countries. I couldn’t find easy documentation on *which* countries, so you’ll need to refer to your local manual to know if it applies to you. All I can verify is that it is supported in US models. If it doesn’t support it, then yes - connecting via USB is the way to go. It works as simply as plugging in a USB cable (it has a port in the back next to the other inputs/outputs) and moving forward. I tried it recently and it worked perfectly.

[@cyruson8883]

@@brianreyman thank you very much Brian, i live in italy, on italian's manual it is just written the same thing on the site, that in some countries it doesn't support bluetooth (in italian language)! so strange and unclear! i tried to go to a music instrument shop that they had it, i asked the staff, he told me that it doesn't support but he didn't seem very sure! :) as i didn't know how it works i couldn't try it myself either! but as i know it now maybe i go there again to try it myself!

[@brianreyman]

@@cyruson8883 Trying it would be the best for sure. When you turn it on, if it supports bluetooth, the function light/button blinks three times after pressing the power key to turn it on. Quick/easy to tell in person, or perhaps ask the salesperson to check and relay if it blinks over the phone.

[@GudieveNing]

Wow, I have had a Mac since 1990 or so and never even knew about that MIID app or had forgotten about it! Thanks! Slight delay when using AirPods Pro being signal has to go to my M1 MacBook Pro 16", through Ableton Live 11 and then out to my AirPods Pro. But no delay if output to speakers. FP-10 is superb value, weighted keys and built in sounds are great if you don't have a DAW.

[@_chry_3622]

windows?

[@gianlucaferro3375]

is there a way to play over backing tracks with the roland fp10?

[@brianreyman]

It has a limited set of stock songs you can play on top of but there isn’t a way to record a backing track or load a custom track and play that as you play something on top. You can refer to Rolands manual on their site for the specific keys to press with the Func key to select and play those internal tracks.

[@gianlucaferro3375]

@@brianreyman thanks for the reply,i was wondering if i could do it by using a daw software on a pc with midi bluetooth and at the same time playing music on the pc

[@brianreyman]

@@gianlucaferro3375 You can for sure do that. Once you're pulling in the audio over bluetooth/MIDI, you can mix with just about anything live that's playing in your DAW/on your computer.

[@juanppmoya]

I can’t believe this piano doesn’t include an audio input, it would be so much easier to connect a device and listen to back tracks or KZbin tutorials, isn’t it?

[@bleib_entspannt]

Thank you so much!

[@glenn808]

Thank you soo much!

[@JR_piano]

Thank you so much!

[@bernadettegalea]

Brilliant! Thank you!

[@ga7314]

can you record songs with the roland fp10?

[@brianreyman]

@GA - You can record songs on your Roland FP10 once connected to your computer. Using something like GarageBand, Logic or similar. You can't record onto the piano, though.

[@xandermartire]

@@brianreyman Dear Brian, thank you for your video. I'm trying to use my FP-10 as a MIDI input, to record what I play in Logic Pro or Ableton, unsuccessfully. The FP-10 doesn't stream any signal, although everything is connected. Did you actually manage to use the FP-10 digital piano as a MIDI input in Logic Pro or Ableton or any other DAW? If yes, would you be kind and share how? I am getting crazy. I start to believe that this model is not made for that.

[@sevylaiv9559]

Many Thanks!

[@NormanFernandezKeyboardPlayer]

What about windows FP 30

[@brianreyman]

Unfortunately I don't have an FP 30 or Windows, so I won't be of much help on that one.

[@NormanFernandezKeyboardPlayer]

@@brianreyman No worries. But is Midi studio for both Mac and PC?

[@brianreyman]

MIDI Studio is Mac only as far as I’m aware. I’m not sure exactly how Windows handles audio inputs over MIDI.

[@NormanFernandezKeyboardPlayer]

@@brianreyman I managed to get something done. But my windows is too old. But thank you!

[@bobzhang369]

install 2 apps for win10 1.install the MIDIberry from windows app store 2.install the loopmidi 3.turn on your bluetooth keyboard and connect to your pc 4. open midiberry and loopmidi input interfere choose your keyboard output chose the loopmidi 5. openyour daw use midi interface on loopmidi virtual midi interface

[@meak9043]

My fp-10 can work fine on my old MacBook Pro 2014 but when I'm trying connect to my new Mac m1 I can connect with audio MIDI setup but fp-10 not show the light on function key and can't do anything on Logic Pro x . Does anyone can solve this problem :(

[@eogyeung]

@meak9043 Same problem😢May I ask did you find the solution?

[@edsn0124]

Does this work also on windows pc?

[@brianreyman]

Honestly, I haven't been a Windows/PC user in a number of years, so I'm not sure. The Roland supports Bluetooth and USB so there's a good chance you'd be good over one or the other but I'm not sure what the steps would be.

[@andy5178]

Short answer: no. Somewhat longer answer: a handful of apps recently started supporting Bluetooth over MIDI on Windows. The audio drivers aren't on par with Mac's, though, latency's higher an 90%, if not all of the app you use, won't work (especially softsynths). It doesn't make sense buying one for a Windows PC. Either work with an iOS device or make a hackintosh.

[@JM-wx8oz]

My fp10 still won’t work. But when I turn it on it’s shows three blinking lights indication Bluetooth...

[@ZY_Tan]

Mine not working on mac either despite following the same instructions on Catalina. It shows connected but no light and us not functioning in garageband

[@brianreyman]

Sorry to hear that. I'm not expert enough to troubleshoot a ton in it, but I do have one thing to try - look in your connected/available bluetooth devices in macOS. I sometimes find the FP-10 will be in the list and then it doesn't want connect. If I intentionally drop/disconnect and forget it entirely, I'm then able to re-connect properly with the steps from the video. If that doesn't help, it might need a support email to Roland...

[@JM-wx8oz]

It’s working now, I unplugged everything and forgot the device on Bluetooth, plugged everything back in and connected Bluetooth again and it’s working just fine!

[@brianreyman]

@J M Glad that helped!

[@romainissa]

@@JM-wx8oz hi ! i have the same problem, nothing happening on garageband on my mac. ( but it show "connected" ) can you help ?

[@liostrong935]

this is some 21th products !!