🎹 Roland RP107 Digital Piano Announcement | Roland RP107 - Replacement for Roland RP102 🎹
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0:00 - Video Intro
0:50 - Opening Playing Demo on the Roland RP107’s Predecessor to the Roland P102
1:13 - Video Overview
1:38 - Roland RP102 Review
2:41 - Roland RP107 Upgrades and Changes - BMC Chip
3:25 - Upgrade: Dual 1/4 Inch Headphone Jacks Added
3:41 - Upgrade: Bluetooth/Midi Audio Discussion
4:27 - Upgrade Roland RP107 Bench Included
4:47 - Upgrade NEW Roland Piano App Coming
5:34 - Conclusions on the Roland RP107 Home Digital Piano
6:17 - When Will The Roland RP107 Be Available?
6:59 - Roland RP107 Specs
7:19 - Video Outro
Hello everyone and welcome to another piano video at the Merriam Pianos CZcams channel. Today, we’re coming to you with a quick preview of the newly announced Roland RP107 digital piano.
The RP107 replaces the successful RP102 that has been with us for several years now. We’re expecting units to ship in about the next two to three months, but we wanted to give you a quick sneak peek right away.
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Background
Despite a relatively long production run, even in mid-2022, the Roland RP102 is still a highly relevant product. That said, it’s been available pushing 5 years now so we suspected a replacement would be coming soon.
With that, Roland just announced the imminent release of the new RP107, set to take the RP102’s place as the most affordable home digital piano in Roland’s lineup.
When we say home digital piano, we mean a digital piano with an 88-note weighted and touch-sensitive key action, an integrated stand or cabinet as well as an integrated triple pedal system.
What Made the RP102 so Successful?
Despite its modest price point, the RP102 has a number of compelling features. First of all, it featured Roland’s beloved PHA4 action, which can still be found on models upwards of twice the price of the RP102.
It also had Bluetooth MIDI, and despite relatively few on-board features, when paired with Roland’s free apps, many features, sounds and rhythms were suddenly unlocked.
Tying everything together was Roland’s great SuperNATURAL sound engine, and these are some of the critical reasons why this instrument was so popular.
RP107: What we Know so Far
The first big improvement that the RP107 boasts is the presence of Roland’s BMC sound chip. All of the recently released FP models feature this new upgraded chip, as do the new F701 and RP701.
The BMC chip means the RP107 gets a massive polyphony upgrade from 128 to 256 notes, and the tone engine is now more complex and operating at a higher level of fidelity. This is especially noticeable on acoustic pianos tone, but on e pianos, organs and everything else as well.
While the RP102 had Bluetooth MIDI, the RP107 brings that back and adds Bluetooth Audio. This is an exciting addition to a home digital piano at this price range.
The PHA4 action makes a return, and since the filming of this video, it’s also been confirmed that the speaker wattage has been improved from 12 watts to 16 watts.
Roland is also shipping the RP107 with a free bench - this was not the case with the RP102, where a bench costs extra.
And for folks who have been using Roland products for a few years now, you’ll be pleased to find out that Roland is also releasing a new app; The Piano Every Day app is being replaced with both a better interface and a number of new features.
Summary
The RP107 keeps the general theme of the RP102 alive with a no-frills, home digital piano that features great action, tone engine, and when paired with Roland’s app, and an impressive feature array.
The improved tone engine, speakers, Bluetooth Audio, new app and improved cabinetry mean the RP107 is going to improve on some key areas where the RP102 lagged and will likely be a big competitor in the mid-range home digital piano class.
Thanks for watching! - Hudba
Finally a great comprehensive and helpful video...many thx from all of us watching!
You're very welcome! Thank you for taking the time to tune in! It is very much appreciated. :)
Finally hit that subscribe button Stu! Great video as always!
Thank you so much Kyle! We really appreciate the support! :)
Got my RP 107 a week back. Love the action and sound...
That's awesome! Congrats on your new piano and happy playing! :)
@@MerriamPianos Thank you but I am eagerly waiting for your review on RP 107
I plan on buying this digital piano, my prior digital was a Yamaha P45, so it's a fair step up. I have an acoustic as well, so I'm hoping it can somewhat rival the action of a real piano. I also plan on extensively using the MIDI.
Roland certainly has one of the best actions in the digital piano market! The PHA4 action really does simulate a lot of the nuances of an acoustic piano experience quite impressively, so I am confident you would be pleased with what it offers in terms of a playing experience. :)
@@MerriamPianos Thank you!
Great!!! Talking about app improvement, Chordana wouldn't be the reference due that Casio since a few months evolve from different versions of Chordana to "Casio Music Space" which looks a lot better and has some improvements about functionality,
We will definitely have to do a deep dive into Casio Music Space as well as Roland's soon-to-be-released offering in an upcoming video! ;)
Thanks Stu - enjoyed hearing about that.
You're very welcome! Thanks for tuning in!
Not many reviews on this out there yet. In a holding pattern on purchasing this unit until I get a Stu Review! Would love to see it side by side with the FP-30x and the RP-701.
Hi Chris! Thanks for tuning in! We have not received our first shipment of RP107 pianos from Roland yet, but you can certainly bank on a review and various comparison videos coming your way shortly after we do. :)
Nice review! Looks like a very fine digital piano, but I would like to see how it goes against a Roland FP 30X.
Hi there! We have not yet received our first batch of RP107 pianos from Roland yet as they just recently announced the model. However, you can certainly expect to see some review and comparison videos with it once we do. Thanks for tuning in! :)
Hi Stu & Merriam Music... thanks for all your informative & helpful reviews... I've to buy a digital piano for my daughter who's 11 years old & has started learning few months back... im confused between the Roland (RP & F) 701 & the new 107 series... There r no showrooms here for us to go & try out the pianos. Pls suggest which is a better piano as there's not much difference in price between the two series in my country & my daughter will be using it for many years to come. I know the 701s have got more sounds & louder speakers than the 107s but are there any other advantages to the 701s? I've been waiting for your RP or F107 review & I know u've just got u're delivery recently but I need to buy immediately & i need ure help.
Hi Bharat! Brent from Merriam Music here! While the RP107 is an exciting update to its predecessor, the RP102, the RP701 is still a more premium piano. Both models have the same PHA4 action and core SuperNATURAL Piano tone engine. With that said, as you've pointed out, the RP701 has a more powerful speaker system, far more built-in sounds, and a more premium cabinet. The RP701 also comes with an adjustable bench! Thanks and hope this helps! :)
@Merriam Music Thank u for the amazingly fast & helpful reply Brent... really appreciate. 😊
Hello Stu & Merriam Music, could I ask you what's wrong with the first shipment of RP107 piano from Roland? You mentioned Sep/Oct in the video, piano was released in July if I'm not mistaken, which is quite a long time ago. I'm hungry for the review and for sure not only me :). Thank you and I really appreciate your effort and hard work making best piano reviews out there.
Hi there! Brent from Merriam Music here! Our first shipment of the RP107 model just arrived about a week ago. We will do our best to get the review and comparison videos with the new model out as quickly as possible. Thanks for tuning in and supporting our channel! We appreciate it. :)
Wow! Reply in just 3 mins, thank you. Nice to hear you've already received the shipment. I hope you'll enjoy testing the piano as we will enjoy the review. Keep up the great work!
PS: I would love to see comparison with Kawai KDP 120 ;-)
Thanks to Stu and this channel I think I may have finally narrowed down to a few choices.
On the Yamaha YDP144 Casio PX 780 comparison I was blown away by how much LOVED the tone of the 144. I guess it is the YDP 145 now, I don’t know what changes were made.
On the Kawai KDP 120 Casio PX comparison I really enjoyed the 120, seems like a darker tone than the Yamaha, and Kawai seems to be a bit more updated with maybe a better action. And I think the 144 had the high gloss plastic-y keys if I remember. I hope the 145 updated that. I don’t think Yamaha will ever update the Entry level hammer actio, seems like they’ve had it forever.
And really interested in what Stu thought of the Roland RP107 vs both of these others, especially considering it is $300 less than the KDP and the only one to feature escapement. It if we’re a three way comparison I couldn’t ask for more. Can’t wait to see more!
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for taking the time to check out the video and writing in with your thoughts! It is definitely a difficult decision with so many amazing options on the market. As for the comparison with the RP107, now that we have finally received our first shipment of this exciting new model from Roland, you can certainly bet on some comparison videos featuring it to come out very soon. :)
@@MerriamPianos Hello. I use Google translate to get your opinion. I'm stuck between kawai kdp120 and roland rp107. My dream was to have a white piano. If you recommend Roland, I want to buy it. I have done a lot of research and I should only choose between these two according to the budget I can afford. It doesn't matter what color I want anymore :)))
This is the exact buying experience I went through as well: Yamaha YDP145 vs Kawai KDP120 vs Roland R107. Casio 870 was in the mix as well but quickly eliminated.
Among the remaining, while Yamaha had a brand appeal, the glossy keys, weaker speakers vs kawai and weaker action vs Roland made me take it off my list as well.
Kawai Vs Roland: with better speakers and apparently better/warmer tone, it made a lot more sense to pick Kawai over Roland. However ended up going with the Roland given lower price and still great action, escapement and good enough speakers. Could've gone either way though.
Hello stu. Is there any update on Roland RP107? Really looking forward to your RP102 and RP107 comparison.
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! We have not yet received our first shipment of RP107 pianos yet, but you can certainly expect many review and comparison videos once we do. :)
Hopefully it has a built-in USB audio interface like the fp30x/60x/90x? And audio input jacks?
You can certainly expect a thorough rundown of all of the specs and features in a review video once we receive our first floor model. ;)
No built-in USB audio interface or audio input jacks are mentioned in the specifications or standard features of the RP107 in the Roland website. The pictures available of the instrument in a popular online retailer does not show any audio input jack available, just the USB Computer, USB Memory, and a pair of Phone jacks. What it does have is Bluetooth Audio and MIDI, as well as USB MIDI, and USB flash drive.
sorry I have a question, is roland rp 102 better than fp 10? they look very similar, thanks for all the clarifications, I am very undecided and I would not want to make a mistake in the choice
They are quite comparable in a number of ways (action, tone engine, number of built-in sounds, etc.). However, there are a few key differences to consider. The RP102 has greater max polyphony (128 vs 96) and it also has a triple pedal system, which will be required for higher-level playing (particularly in the classical realm). The FP10 is not compatible with triple pedal systems, so it will not provide you with quite the same longevity. Hope this helps! :)
@@MerriamPianos thank you very much, you have been very kind, thank you
It would be interesting if somebody could open an RP107 just to see the sound chip they use. The RP102 seems to use the SSC chip (Sound System on a Chip) at least from pictures of its main board. The name itself makes me think the chip has both the tone generator and DSP effects built-in... not sure if that's the case. Roland has a new chip called BMC, which stands for Behavior Modeling Core. However, this is not a tone generator: Roland says it contains a large array of DSP and CPU core blocks plus hardware logic. The BMC replaces the ESC2, which was a custom DSP (Digital Signal Processing). The BMC could be a multicore version of the ESC2. This technology seems to be important mostly to users of analog synthesizers looking for more realistic simulations of discontinued analog machines. Most of the discussion about the BMC chip seems to be around Roland high level performers such as Fantom, Jupiter-X, and so on. The new Fantom seems to have 4 of those BMC chips... I assume the RP107 would have just one, if it has one indeed, and that is not the tone generator, just the DSP effects for the most part. The RP107 is still sample based, using the SuperNatural Piano engine. I think that would be an interesting topic to learn about in more detail.
Absolutely! It is definitely an interesting topic of discussion to say the least. We are excited to take a deep dive into the RP107 once we receive our first shipment of them. It is always interesting to see what improvements and modifications piano manufacturers make with every new iteration of their models and lines. :)
Could you make a comparison video of FP 30x and RP 107?
Hi there! We have not received our first shipment of RP107 pianos from Roland yet, but you can certainly bet on many comparison videos featuring the model once we do. ;)
@@MerriamPianos Thank you for the prompt response! Looking forward to it :)
I was convinced to buy RP-102 but just realised this new model is being released and now I must choose among them. RP102 for 777 euros or RP107 for 1100 euros? Is the significant price difference justified? Thanks, great vid, I just suscribed 🤩
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! We have not yet received our first shipment of Roland RP107s yet, so, I cannot comment on the RP107 as of this moment. With that said, you can definitely expect some review and comparison videos featuring the RP107 from Stu once we receive our first shipment of them. :)
Sir, could you please suggest me which one would be better, a Roland RP 107 or Roland FP 30x sound (output) wise ? Which one has better speakers? I am very confused.
Hi! We have not yet received our first shipment of the RP107 model yet, so, at this time, I'm unable to comment as to which one provides a superior sonic experience. With that said, you can definitely expect some review and comparison videos featuring the RP107 once we receive our first shipment. :)
@@MerriamPianos Thank you for your response. I am very much dependent on your reviews and I really don't want to take a rash decision before watching your reviews.
Hey Stu! I apologize for the offtopic, but it seems to me that only your channel and you can do this! Could you tell us the details about the Pleyel company, which seems to have revived their piano production. There is simply no information on the Internet about their new products. How good they are and in general how the company is developing now. Of course, it would be great to get an overview of their pianos, but as I understand it, this is not an easy task.
I imagine Stu certainly has some insights into Pleyel pianos, but I am personally not particularly familiar with that line. However, with that said, there is quite a bit of info and background about the company if you search "Pleyel et Cie" on Wikipedia. Hope this helps! :)
@@MerriamPianos wate so you're not Stu!!!???🎹🎶
@@MerriamPianos I'm sorry you didn't read my message. The question is not just in the background, but in what the company currently produces, how good or not their pianos are. Since the company was closed for a certain period, it is interesting how they feel after the revival. The question is by no means idle, since I am going to buy their piano, but with delivery to my country. And I would like to know more about them before that. Thought you could help, but thanks anyway!
I plan to buy my first piano, may I ask PF-30X and RP107, how to choose? which one should I buy?
Hi there! They are both fairly similar given that they have the same action and core tone engine. The ultimate deciding factor here would come down to whether you want a portable digital piano or a console digital piano. If you are going to be moving the piano within the home or travelling with it at any point, the FP30X would be the clear choice, but, if you are going to have the piano positioned in one place in the home and want something that aesthetically looks more like a furniture piece, the RP107 would be my suggestion. Thanks and hope this helps! :)
@@MerriamPianos Thanks, I make up my mind now, I'll go for 107 model 😁
Right now for a beginner, the dilemma is… rp102 $560 or rp107 $1,000…. I’m sure with the rp102 is still a good bang for your buck? Not sure if I should spend double and expect to get double? Thanks!
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! We have not received our first shipment of RP107 pianos yet, so, unfortunately, I cannot personally comment on the differences between the two models from a playing/musical perspective. You can definitely bank on review/comparison videos featuring the RP107 once we receive our first shipment though. :)
I feel digital pianos these days can sound better than an acoustic piano. Roland does make grand pianos but i am sticking with my kawai mp7se. You had me so sold on it and I went and got it
That's awesome to hear Justin! The MP7SE is an amazing piano that is a total home run on all fronts. And, to your point, it is very hard to disagree with the notion that digital pianos have come a VERY long way in recent years. The tonal and expressive options some digital piano models provide is immense and impressive. It makes me excited to see what the future holds on that front! :)
@@MerriamPianos I USE my mp7 with omnisphere to get my worship sounds on a little laptop, i really wonder if this is the same keybed that’s on the nord grand?? The only issue I say I have is getting the last two faders to let me layer 4 tones, but it only lets me layer two tones and the last two says MIDI/SPLIT i think, i guess you can only layer two sounds ?? Been trying to figure that out since I got it lol!! Love all you do my friend!!
Can you please do a comparison video of Roland RP701 and RP107?
Hi there! Thanks for the suggestion! We have received a few requests for this comparison and will do our best to tackle it soon. :)
@@MerriamPianos thank you so much!
The existing models (RP & F) were very decent as 1st home pianos. I daresay the new improvements will be nice, but I hope that doesn't push them way up in price, as happened with the Yamaha YDP pianos. A 20% price increase for minor improvements hurts if you're on a budget. Anyone uncomfortable with this should grab an old YDP or while they still can, or maybe an RP/F.
Unfortunately, inflation is affecting virtually every corner of every market at the moment. With that said, many piano manufacturers including Roland continuously up their game with each iteration of a product line, which may very well make the price increase justifiable if there does happen to be one.
@@MerriamPianos Yeah, I get the inflation all right. It's understandable, and it's easier to raise prices (to compensate) on a new model. But it does make disappearing models very attractive. I only wish that we musicians could raise our prices to meet the inflation rate.
I have always wondered why Apple Computer hasn't entered this digital space offering digital pianos with a fully integrated DAW and VST hardware/software integrated solution for all price points. Even an exclusive partnership with one of the existing manufacturers would create a compelling product: The Apple One (Piano). At least the piano cabinets wouldn't be boring.
Haha that's a very cool idea! I could Apple putting together one heckuva sleek cabinet design! ;)
@@MerriamPianos Rhodes already did it 30 years ago with an egg shaped case.
There are two products that come to mind from reading your post: the Korg Oasys 88 and the Muse Research Receptor. The Oasys featured a 10.4" screen... kind of an 88-key workstation with a laptop mounted on it. The other product, the Muse Receptor was a hardware module that could run vst instruments. Maybe Apple could merge both into the Apple One. 😁
Why do we need Apple everywhere. They are expensive and only caters to the vanity group.
@@yongli4304 some of us are looking for a pro-sumer solution without having to get a Doctorate in Music or sound engineering. I have spent a year now researching the market according to my needs and Apple, as expensive as their products are, usually has industrial designs and vertically integrated solutions so that I don't have to experience the frustration akin to building a component home stereo solution with 5 to 8 different manufacturers. Apple is everywhere because the market rewards what the company has to offer. You could say the same about Yamaha.
Better than the kawai kdp 120 ?
We will certainly be featuring the RP107 in some comparison videos in the near future, so I am quite confident you will hear Stu's thoughts on the matter between Roland's latest offering and the tried, tested, and true KDP120. :)
Oh 😥. Do you know when it will be available. Cant wait to see if this Roland RP 107 beat the Kawai kdp 120
If anyone is interested, the Roland Piano App is available for download now for IOS and Android. I wish there is one for PC too, Roland...
Thanks! :)
Heh? RP701 Announcement!?? My mistake. :)
Been enjoying RP701, but still excited for this little brother. Hopefully the new app will integrate Piano Every Day and Piano Designer. Please Roland.
Absolutely! We're excited to see what Roland has in store with this latest offering. :)
Hello Stu. Roland says the RP107 has 12 cm speakers (same as the RP102). The amplifiers are rated at 8 watts per channel (from 6 watts in the RP102). However, they also state that both the RP107 and RP102 consume the same wattage when playing at medium volume, and that is just 1 watt. Roland states that both instruments consume 3 watts when playing nothing, and 4 watts when playing at medium volume. Therefore, 4 - 3 = 1 watt drawn from the amplifiers and going to the speakers. Since this is the total wattage consumption, and there are two amplifiers (stereo), the piano must be using about 0.5 watts per channel at medium volume. Even further, the RP107 power consumption is rated at 8 watts while the RP102 is rated at 10 watts.
I have seen power consumption defined more as a calculated number than a realistic number, meaning the digital piano playing maybe more than one instrument (maybe an acoustic bass tone as well on the left, to draw more power), maybe other inputs such as microphones and sources of audio input (like an MP3 player going into the AUX in or playing with Bluetooth audio at the same time, etc.). From this, it seems that the RP107 will not be anywhere near the 16 watts of rated amplifier power, but more about 1-2 watts of power going to the speakers in real life, even at full volume.
I think it is safe to say that most people will not hear a meaningful difference in volume coming from the amplifier/speaker combo. If at all, any difference is likely to be due to other reasons, for example, the equalization curve given to the main piano, changes in the potentiometer used in the volume knob, a higher pre-amp gain setting, etc.
It will certainly be interesting to be able to compare the RP102 and RP107 side-by-side in the same room to properly assess any perceived volume differences between the two!
@@MerriamPianos Yes, that would be an interesting test!
RP107 vs CN201 vs YDP165 vs G1BAir vs PX870
You can definitely expect some comparison videos featuring the RP107 once we receive our first shipment. :)
@@MerriamPianos Hello Stu. I have always wondered what "CN" stands for in Kawai models. Some speculations are that it could be "Concert" (CoNcert) or "Concert Natural"... most acronyms seem to have a meaning. Like YDP stands for "Yamaha Digital Piano", KDP for Kawai Digital Piano, RP for Roland Piano, PX probably for Privia Extra?... etc. Do you know if Kawai has mentioned the meaning behind the acronym? Thanks!
RP-107/ 701 confusing 😂
Haha yeah I hear you! It is a bit of a confusing choice for model names within the same line.