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Joachim,

I appreciate the suggestion. However, that is not gonna happen. I've moved enough acoustic pianos and played out-of-tune ones to know that I will be buying a digital for that reason, if no other.

Thanks.

I second speedlever!
We were first thinking of getting a weighed keyboard as an intermediate step to getting an upright some time later. After discovering HP-200 series, no uprights for us, thanks! (IMHO DPs finally became superior to uprights in a similar price range)
Few years down the road, the choice between a grand and a high end digital would be a very tough one for us!

I am close to making a purchase but hesitant, if Roland is on the verge of another KR higher than the KR 107. Hopefully, it will have a bigger LCD, comparable to the CVP 307.

Where do you get information that Roland is bringing out a new KR model next year? I would like to check it out before I make a purchase.

If anyone knows how to get this information on what is coming up in Roland KR (109? 200's) and when we can see them online would you please post this information. Thanks!

Anne

That depends on the model. More expensive digitals have a real hammer mass to set in motion to mimic the feel of an acoustic. It is plain to see on the demo key action models in stores.

I got a Roland FP4 for my 11year old to learn on. We like the modern styling. I was keen on portability for future versatility, since she can take her flute anywhere already.

Hello, Anne.

I guess we should see in 6 months new ROLAND KR-200 models...

.. They should match the updated specifications and design updates of the HP-200 line.


Just my guess, but the KR-100 series look now a bit old compared with he new HPs... I think they must be preparing a major update in the panel and features.


Best,

Andres.