Introduction

The 701 series is the latest entry level pianos from Roland. This series features the Roland F701 and the Roland RP701, which share a lot of the same features, including the same sound technology, same feature set and the same...owner’s manual...if that’s your thing!

If you want a choice of colour, both pianos offer black, white or light oak finishes, which should compliment any home decor. In fact, the main differences are mostly in the design. If you’re looking for a piano with a modern, understated look that’ll fit discreetly into a contemporary home or apartment, then the F701 will suit you perfectly.

If, however, you’re after something a little more traditional, the RP701 is ideal, with a more conventional design cabinet that has front legs and is a little deeper. It also comes with a sliding key cover which can either slot into the “classic” position (so the control panel is hidden) or closes completely to also cover the keys. The RP701 also boasts a Progressive Damper Action Pedal, which enables it to closely replicate the pedal response of an acoustic piano. In practice, this means that when you first start to depress the damper pedal, it offers light resistance. As you depress the pedal further, the resistance increases, which is exactly as it would be on an acoustic piano when the dampers begin to move up from the springs.