Kawai
ES120
$700
Kawai's feature-packed contender with 100 rhythms
10.0 Beginner 8.5 Night Practice 6.0 Portability 6.8 Touch Reality 7.8 Value
88 12kg
View Details Roland
FP-30X
The do-everything portable piano
MSRP
$700
Source: Manufacturer (2025-01-15)
88 Keys 14.3 kg pha 4 standard
Bluetooth
Scores
Our Verdict
If you want one piano that handles everything — late-night headphone practice, Bluetooth music streaming, recording your progress — the FP-30X does it all without compromise.
Pros
- ● PHA-4 Standard action — excellent for the price
- ● 256-note polyphony with SuperNATURAL piano sound
- ● Bluetooth Audio + MIDI
- ● Two headphone jacks (3.5mm + 6.3mm) with Headphones 3D Ambience
- ● Built-in lesson function and recording
Cons
- ● Heavier than budget portables (14.3 kg)
- ● Higher price point
- ● No battery option
The FP-30X is the piano we'd recommend to a friend who asks 'which one should I get?' It costs more than the budget options, but you get noticeably better key feel, a richer sound, Bluetooth, two headphone jacks for practicing with a teacher, and a recording function to track your progress. It's the kind of instrument that makes you want to sit down and practice.
Technical Deep Dive
About the Key Action
The keys have a satisfying weight and resistance that closely mimics a real piano. When you press a key, you can feel a subtle 'click' partway through — this is meant to replicate the sensation of a real piano hammer releasing, and it helps you develop a more expressive touch over time. The key surfaces have an ivory-like texture that feels natural and grippy.
Who Is This Piano For?
You're committed to learning and want a piano that will keep up as your skills grow. Maybe you practice after the family goes to bed, or you'd like to play along with your favorite songs over Bluetooth. This is the piano you buy once and don't need to upgrade for years.
Specifications
| Keys | 88 |
| Key Action | Pha 4 Standard |
| Polyphony | 256 notes |
| Sounds | 56 |
| Weight | 14.3 kg |
| Speakers | 22W (×2) |
| Bluetooth | Audio + MIDI |
| Key Surface | Simulated Ivory |
| Sound Modeling | SuperNATURAL Piano |
| Headphone Jacks | 2 |
| Headphone Type | 3.5mm, 6.3mm |
| Headphone Optimization | Yes |
| USB MIDI | Yes |
| Line Out | Yes |
| Lesson Function | Yes |
| App Connectivity | Yes |
| Recording | Yes |
| Metronome | Yes |
| Transpose | Yes |
| Layer / Split | Yes |
| Preset Songs | 30 |
| Battery | No |
| Foldable | No |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 1300×284×151 mm |
| Stand Included | No |
| Pedal Included | Yes |
Recommended Accessories
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Stand
Stand not included (sold separately)
A sturdy X-stand or furniture-style stand is essential if one isn't included.
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Headphones
Closed-back headphones with good bass response make practice sessions more enjoyable.
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Sustain Pedal
The included pedal is usually basic. A half-damper pedal upgrade is worthwhile for expressive playing.
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Bench
An adjustable-height bench helps maintain proper posture during long practice sessions.
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