- Which has the better piano feel, the FP-10 or the P-45?
- The Roland FP-10. Its PHA-4 action has escapement and Ivory Feel keys, which the Yamaha's Graded Hammer Standard action does not. The Yamaha is still graded and weighted, so it feels like a piano, just a simpler one.
- Do I need to buy a power supply for the Yamaha P-45?
- Yes. The P-45 listing states the power adapter is not included and points to the Yamaha PA-150. The Roland FP-10 includes its power supply, so factor the extra cost into the Yamaha's $429.99 price at Micheo Music.
- Which is better for a beginner?
- Both work for beginners. The FP-10 gives a more realistic action to learn on, while the P-45 offers more sounds and USB MIDI for playing with apps and recording. If the power adapter cost bothers you, the FP-10 is simpler to set up.
- Is 64-note polyphony enough on the P-45?
- For solo practice and most beginner pieces, yes. With the sustain pedal down on dense music, the P-45's 64 notes can cut off sooner than the FP-10's 96, so advanced players will notice the difference.
- Which one is more portable?
- The Roland FP-10 weighs 12.3 kg and is 128.4 cm wide and 25.8 cm deep, a slim profile for an 88-key piano. The Yamaha P-45 is also a slab-style portable, but check its listed weight at the store before buying if you carry it often.
- Is the FP-10 worth it over the P-45 at these prices?
- At $419.99 at eBay versus $429.99 at Micheo Music, the FP-10 is cheaper and has the better action and more polyphony. The P-45 only wins if you need USB-to-host MIDI or its extra instrument sounds.
