Welcome to the Roland FP-5
Thank you for choosing the Roland FP-5 Digital Piano. This manual provides essential information for operating your new instrument safely and effectively. Please read through the entire manual to familiarize yourself with all the features and functions.
Key Features
- Stylish, Light, Compact Design: Easily fits anywhere and is portable for performance.
- Authentic Piano Performances: Features high-quality concert grand piano sounds and a Progressive Hammer Action keyboard for a realistic touch. Includes three pedal jacks and a half-damper pedal.
- Wide Variety of Tones: Over 50 onboard sounds for various musical genres, including Drum Sets and high-quality effects.
- "Tone Wheel Mode": Simulates organ sounds with adjustable harmonic bars.
- "Session Partner": Enjoy playing along with realistic "rhythm" sections and create custom chord progressions.
- Dual and Split Functions: Layer tones or assign different tones to left and right keyboard sections.
- Easy Recording Functions: Record your performances with simple button operations.
- USB Connector: Exchange MIDI data with your computer.
- High-quality Speaker: Delivers powerful and moving sound.
Important Safety and Usage Information
Before using the unit, please carefully read the sections titled "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES". These sections contain crucial information regarding the proper operation and safety precautions for the FP-5. It is also recommended to save the manual for future reference.
Getting Started
This manual guides you through making connections, installing accessories like the music stand, and powering on the unit. It also covers adjusting volume and brilliance, and connecting headphones for private practice.
Exploring the Keyboard
Learn how to listen to demo songs and internal songs, including continuous playback. The manual details how to select and control playback of these musical pieces.
Playing Along with Rhythms
Discover the "Session Partner" feature, allowing you to play along with various rhythms. This section explains how to select rhythms, adjust tempos, and utilize chord progressions.
Recording and Other Functions
The FP-5 offers functions for recording your performances, managing settings, and utilizing various other features like tone variations, effects, and MIDI connectivity.
Appendices
Find helpful information in the appendices, including troubleshooting tips, lists of tones and rhythms, MIDI implementation charts, and main specifications.