The Roland FP-40 digital piano combines Roland's Piano Reality sound engine with a newly engineered speaker system and a genuinely useful set of connected learning tools, making it well suited to players returning to the instrument as well as those picking it up for the first time. The 88-key PHA-4 Standard keyboard uses weighted hammer action with escapement, ivory feel key surfaces, and triple sensor detection, giving players the touch response and repeatability needed for expressive, dynamic playing. Beyond the keyboard action itself, the FP-40 connects to Roland's Piano Sphere app for personalized lessons and progress tracking, and it offers Bluetooth Audio/MIDI and USB-C connectivity for streaming, recording, and mobile integration. Its slim, portable chassis fits easily into apartments, studios, and stage setups where a full size console piano would not. Whether used for daily practice, content creation, or simply enjoying time at the keys, the FP-40 pairs authentic acoustic piano feel with a modern digital piano ecosystem built around it.
- 88-key PHA-4 Standard keyboard with escapement, ivory feel key surfaces, and triple sensor detection
- Roland Piano Reality sound engine with 256-voice polyphony
- 305 internal tones, including 40 accessible directly from the piano and 265 through the Roland Piano App
- Newly engineered speaker system with dual 12 cm speakers housed in a dedicated speaker box, rated at 12 watts x 2
- Piano Reality Headphones Ambience for natural sound through headphones
- Bluetooth 5.4 with A2DP, BAP LE Audio, and GATT MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy support
- Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) with WPA3, WPA2, and WPA security support
- Compatible with the Piano Sphere and Roland Piano App for iOS and Android
- USB-C Mobile/PC port supports USB MIDI and audio plus USB PD charging for compatible smartphones
- USB-A port for playback of WAV and MP3 audio files from a USB flash drive up to 32 GB
- Onboard MIDI recorder plus 4 built-in songs for practice and reference
- 5-step touch sensitivity and master tuning adjustable from 415.3 to 466.2 Hz
- Ambience and Brilliance effects, with deeper Piano Designer customization available through the Roland Piano App
- Metronome, transpose, dual, split, and twin piano modes for practice and lessons
- Headset microphone compatibility for streaming and video creation
- Dimensions of 51-1/2 x 13-1/8 x 4-13/16 inches and weight of 30 lbs 14 oz with music rest attached
- Includes AC adaptor and power cord, music rest, pedal switch, and USB-C cable
- Available in black (FP-40-BK) and white (FP-40-WH) finishes
Authentic Touch and Tone
The FP-40's PHA-4 Standard keyboard uses weighted hammer action with escapement, giving the keys the same subtle resistance and release a grand piano provides. Ivory feel key surfaces help absorb moisture from the fingertips for secure control during long practice sessions, while triple sensor key detection captures fast repeated notes and subtle dynamic shading that simpler two sensor actions can miss. Combined with the Piano Reality sound engine, this action lets players shape phrasing and touch nuance the way they would on an acoustic instrument.
Sound That Fills the Room
A newly engineered speaker system gives the FP-40 more low end presence and overall clarity than earlier FP series pianos, using dual 12 cm speakers housed in a dedicated speaker box. Paired with 256-voice polyphony and 305 internal tones, the piano renders dense passages and layered tones without notes dropping out. Ambience and Brilliance effects add further shaping, and Piano Designer settings accessed through the Roland Piano App allow deeper adjustment of resonance, temperament, and tonal character.
Built to Connect
Bluetooth 5.4 and built-in Wi-Fi let the FP-40 pair with the Piano Sphere and Roland Piano App for streaming audio, sending MIDI, and unlocking the full 265-tone library. A USB-C Mobile/PC port handles USB MIDI and audio while also providing USB PD charging for a connected smartphone, and a separate USB-A port plays WAV and MP3 files directly from a flash drive. Headset microphone compatibility rounds out the connectivity, making the FP-40 a practical choice for streaming lessons or recording video content.
A Learning Ecosystem That Keeps Players Motivated
Developed in partnership with Skoove, the Piano Sphere app pairs with the FP-40 to deliver personalized lessons, streak based progress tracking, and a growing library of song content. Activity tracking and tailored recommendations help players build a consistent practice habit rather than losing momentum between sessions. An optional content upgrade unlocks more than 1000 additional song titles for players who want to expand beyond the app's included repertoire.
Compact and Ready to Play
At just over 51 inches wide and under 5 inches deep, the FP-40 fits into apartments, studios, and stage setups where a full size console piano would not. It weighs just under 31 pounds with the music rest attached, making it manageable to move between rooms or transport to a gig. For a more permanent setup, the optional KSF-40 stand and KPD-70 three pedal unit give the FP-40 the look and pedal feel of a traditional upright.
Authentic Touch and Tone
Sound That Fills the Room
Built to Connect
A Learning Ecosystem That Keeps Players Motivated
Compact and Ready to Play
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the Roland FP-40 digital piano?
The FP-40 is a portable digital piano built with Roland's Piano Reality sound technology to recreate the tone and touch of an acoustic piano. It pairs a weighted hammer action keyboard with the Piano Sphere app for personalized lessons, giving players an authentic playing experience along with modern digital practice tools.
Is the FP-40 a good piano for beginners to learn on?
Yes, FP-40 is a great choice for this just starting to learn piano. The weighted hammer action with escapement and triple sensor detection responds like an acoustic piano, so you're building proper finger technique from the very beginning. The free Piano Sphere app adds guided lessons and streak based motivation to keep practice consistent.
Does the FP-40 keyboard feel like a real acoustic piano?
Yes. The FP-40's weighted hammer action keyboard combines escapement, ivory feel keys, and triple sensor detection under each key to closely reproduce the resistance, fast note repetition, and nuanced dynamic expression of an acoustic piano.
How many sounds does the FP-40 have?
The FP-40 includes 305 internal tones, 40 of which are accessible directly from the panel of the instrument, with the rest being accessible from the Piano Sphere app.
Can I connect the FP-40 to my phone or tablet?
Yes. The FP-40 connects wirelessly to smartphones and tablets over Bluetooth Audio and MIDI, and it also has a USB-C port for wired audio, MIDI, and charging. This lets you stream audio, run companion apps, and charge a compatible phone directly from the piano.
What is the Piano Sphere app, and do I need it to use the FP-40?
Piano Sphere is Roland's free companion app, developed with Skoove, that adds personalized lessons, song content, and streak tracking to the FP-40. It is not required to play the piano, but it adds structured, motivating practice tools for players who want them.
Can I practice with headphones on the FP-40?
Yes. The FP-40 has a headphone jack with Piano Reality Headphones Ambience processing, which shapes the sound to feel natural and spacious rather than flat, so you can practice privately at any hour without losing that acoustic piano feel.
Does the FP-40 have a dedicated microphone input?
There is no standalone mic jack. However, the headphone jack supports headsets with a microphone, so plugging in a wired headset with built-in mic lets you capture audio for streaming or video creation without any extra hardware.
Does the FP-40 support a full three-pedal setup like an acoustic piano?
Yes. For a full three-pedal setup with damper, sostenuto, and soft pedal control, the KPD-70 pedal board is sold separately and connects to the piano's second pedal jack. The FP-40 ships with a single pedal switch for sustain, so basic pedaling does work right out of the box.
Can the FP-40 play or record files from a USB flash drive?
Yes. The FP-40 can play WAV and MP3 audio files and standard MIDI files from a USB flash drive of 32 GB or less, and it can record your playing as a standard MIDI file so you can capture and revisit practice sessions.
What comes included with the FP-40, and what accessories are available?
Every FP-40 ships with an AC adaptor, power cord, music rest, DP-2 pedal switch, and USB-C cable. Optional dedicated accessories for the FP-40 include the KSF-40 furniture-style stand, and KPD-70 three-pedal unit. Many other universal keyboard stands, pedals and cases will be compatible as well.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | ROL-FP40BK |
| Vendor | Roland |
| Bluetooth | Audio Receiving and App Connectivity |
| Built In Speakers | Yes |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth and USB-C |
| Included From Manufacturer |
Startup guide and documentation AC adaptor and power cord Music rest Pedal switch USB-C cable |
| Keys Weighted | Hammer Weighted |
| Key Cover | No |
| Number of Keys | 88 |
| MPN | FP-40-BK |
| Piano Cabinet Style | Portable |
| Key Action | PHA-4 Standard Keyboard with Escapement and Ivory Feel, Triple-Sensor Detection |
| Speaker Power | 12 W x 2 |
| Speaker Size | (2) 3 1/8" x 4 3/4" Speakers (8 x 12 cm) with Speaker Box |
| Pedals |
Pedal switch included (DP-2) Compatible with optional 3-pedal unit KPD-70 (Damper, Sostenuto, Soft) |
| Half-Damper Support | Yes - continuous detection via Pedal 1 jack when compatible damper pedal connected (sold separately) |
| Number of Instrument Sounds | 305 Total (40 accessible directly on the instrument, 265 accessible via Roland Piano App) |
| Voices of Polyphony | 256 |
| Transpose Feature | Yes |
| Split Feature | Yes |
| Duet Mode | Yes |
| Song Recorder | Yes (MIDI) |
| Number of Tracks | 1 |
| Number of Songs | 1 |
| Storage Type | USB Flash Drive (up to 32 GB) via USB Memory port |
| Metronome | Yes (adjustable Tempo, Beat, Downbeat, Volume, Tone) |
| Audio Outputs |
Main Output (L/Mono, R) 1/4" Phone Jacks Headphone Jack (1/8" Stereo Mini) |
| Audio Inputs | Bluetooth Audio |
| Finish | Black |
| Width | 51 1/2" (130.7 cm) |
| Depth | 13 1/8" (33.2 cm) |
| Height | 4 13/16" (12.2 cm) |
| Product Weight | 30.88 lb (14.0 kg) |
Roland Professional A/V products, home pianos, stage pianos, and stage amps are covered by Roland Corporation's limited 3 year warranty. Roland Corporation U.S. warrants to the first consumer only of a covered product purchased from an authorized Roland dealer in the U.S. that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years. Please register this product online to establish the date of purchase (not a requirement for warranty service). For more information please visit www.roland.com
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