At Copper Music in Atlanta and the sales person puts his phone in the piano with the app and he went through so many sounds so fast and so immediate. It’s great for a small church
It sounds quite good from the above mic position. I watch your videos for the enjoyment of your playing Stu, the presentation, and I just love all things piano. Absolute joy to watch Merriam Music videos!
Notice this is not exclusively a mic recording, but a blended recording. At 4:05, they clarify it is a "Line Out + Overhead Microphones". This is a recording technique used in studios to create a fuller tone than what you would get from microphones alone, or line out alone. You can do this same technique with any other digital piano to make it sound great in a recording.
Una pregunta stu. Es normal que alguna nota suene un sonido metálico?. No se si es fallo del piano o de la muestra. Por lo demás estoy contento aunque una actualización grande le vendría bien
Obviously a gorgeous piece of furniture. Here in the US, it looks like this and the Kawai CA501 are priced the same. Can you opine on what sets these two apart (other than the aesthetics)?
A large portion of the value of the GP3 is packed into the aesthetic. Contoured grand-style cabinets and polished finishes are quite costly. The GP3's musical guys so-to-speak are akin to that of the RP107. Of course, the GP3 has a nicer speaker system as well. The CA501 is a higher tier instrument in every regard. Instead of the value being packed into the aesthetic, it is put towards the core musical experience (action, tone, speaker system, etc.).
Always love your reviews and playing. I built a baby grand housing for my Roland FP7F in satin black for the living room, and another for my Roland FP80 in gloss white for my "Jazz Club" downstairs. The design is very inspiring to play on.
Thanks so much Brian! We appreciate your support of our videos and channels! That's awesome that you've managed to convert your pianos into custom digital grands! Very cool! :)
Honestly the grand cabinet is less of an appeal for me than other musical features so if I were to spend this kind of money on a Roland, it would go to the LX 705. Having said that, I can see a number of occasions where this piano makes sense and it definitely deserves to exist. Thanks for the wonderful video as usual, I enjoyed it a lot.
Thank you kindly for tuning in! We appreciate it! This piano is certainly designed with customers that are seeking the aesthetic of a grand piano at an affordable price point and without the hassle of having to maintain an acoustic instrument. Roland has managed to put together a tremendous offering with one of the most affordable digital grand pianos on the market. :)
Definitely, the main thing is the quality of the instrument relative to what you can afford. Personally as I am intending on taking lessons, I would be more inclined to practice on it with the aesthetic look of those Grands. ie just looking at them whenever I see a grand live I imagine playing it. I have a midi controller keyboard and a synth but seeing a Grand recently actually made me decide to take piano lessons, due to the quality issue I’m thinking of buying the FP-90x and Shelling it into a B G
@@Biozene I reckon Roland n Yamaha should sell some of the shells for their top D pianos separately, if there’s a market for it. I mean they wouldn’t have to produce as many or even offer like a bespoke service. I only saw them selling in the states & Im based in UK
I don't know about the LX705 but I would happily stay with my NU1X if it weren't for the fact that uprights most often don't have a presentable backside, making it hard to place in a new apartment with lack of wallspace. But maybe Yamaha will also enter this space with a baby GT...
I’m stunned at the lack of digital artifacts, particularly in the mid range and sustain. Next to the IVory3, VST, I would say the GP3 hands down is the best naturally sounding.
Hi there. Any quick thoughts regarding GP3 vs the slightly cheaper Thomann 275 gp? The difference in money is not big, so I guess Thomann has better specs but is cheaper in terms of brand. Am I wrong? Thank you!
Hi there! We don't have access to the Thomann 275 GP here in Canada, so I can't really comment on that model. However, the Roland GP3 is a solid piano for those seeking a grand piano aesthetic at the most affordable price point.
Hoy probé el piano. Tengo que decir que hay que ecualizar el piano por la app. Una vez el sonido tratado el piano es una maravilla. Me he quedado sorprendido con la resonancia del piano, parece que tiene más cola. La app es magnífica. El sonido genial y la pulsación muy buena. El lunes lo compro. Saludos a todos
The Roland digital pianos are incredibly versatile and all of the features allows for excellent tonal control and customization. The GP3 model in particular is an impressive offering from the company given its price point. :)
One thing I would value is the Touch Sensitivity. The GP3/FP30X/RP107are on the lower range: 5 types, fixed. The RP701 is an upgrade in this aspect: 100 types, fixed. This little detail is very important to control the response of the sound. The 5 types (Soft 2, Soft 1, Medium, Hard 1, Hard 2) are not enough, at least for me, to feel I am in control of the piano sample. I had two Roland digital pianos in the past with those 5 settings and I wish I had bought one with 100 settings. Same thing with Kawai and Yamaha lower range digital pianos. However, Yamaha gives the DGX-670 the ability to fine tune the touch sensitivity with 128 types (probably because it is a workstation + arranger + digital piano). If I had to buy a Roland product, I think I would buy the Fantom-08, just like Stu did. You get a lot of control of the sound with a workstation.
I certainly agree with your point about touch sensitivity, especially when it comes to intermediate and advanced players. Having a large range of sensitivity options that allow you to get the touch dialled into your preferences is incredibly handy and beneficial.
the PHA4 is a bit jumpy on softer playing dynamics though. This is also the reason why I said "if I had to get a Roland product I'd go for the GP609" haha😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🎹🎶🎹🎶
@@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12 I was wondering if you tried the RP701or any Roland digital piano with 100 types, even if it had the PHA-4. Maybe you would be able to control the dynamics on softer playing a bit better. Do you think it is possible that your experience with the PHA-4 was on a lower digital piano, such as the FP-30X?🎵🎵
@@Instrumental-Covers I haven't tried an FP30X. I first tried the PHA4 on I think the RP701 than almost a year later the HP702. For me I don't want a digital piano that I have to eddet a lot to get the righttype of sound/responce. On my ES110 I only needed to add some brilliance, and to my ears at sounds a lot beter than that HP702 did. If there is one thing it lacks IMO besides beter build quality is if the keys could have bin more heavier other then that it's great. The GHS and RHC may not have escapement, however the defalt touch responce is a lot beter IMO than the PHA4🎹🎶
While the GP3 is an excellent economical offering from Roland, it is far more streamlined in terms of features compared to the DG30. The DG30 has far more built-in sounds and features as well as a more robust and powerful speaker system. :)
Hi! Brent here! The GP3 is not much of an upgrade from a musical perspective as it has the same tone engine and action. With that said, it does have an improved speaker system and a grand piano aesthetic, which might make it an appealing upgrade.
@@MerriamPianos Hey Brent, thanks for the informative reply. So if I jump from the FP-30 to a GP-6, I would assume all around it would be a significant upgrade compared to the GP-3..?
I would love to see a reveiw of the Seiler ED-126 and ED-132. They seem to hold a very interesting place in the market. These digital reviews are great. They give a great insight into a market of buyers that usually aren't getting much good information on digitals.
Thanks for the suggestion Jacob! We are huge fans of the incredible Eduard Seiler ED126 and ED132 models. They are a fantastic European sounding alternative to the typical factory-built "go-tos" in the market. We will do our best to tackle those reviews! :)
My new F107 came tuned to 442 Hz too. While playing alone I admit I did not notice, but when I started playing along with a piano song I was "hey, something is wrong". Easy to change the tuning, but somewhat more tricky to save it so that it keeps 440 Hz every time I turn it on (manual has the steps). This GP3 is like the F107/RP107 with a pretty shiny box.
That is quite interesting that the piano arrived with the tuning set to 442 Hz! Perhaps, it is an anomaly situation as I have not heard of this issue with other units right out of the box. Also, I do agree that the GP3 has quite the attractive cabinet! :)
@Matias yeah there are different tuning standards in different countries due to climate, but the type of ensemble can effect the nominal standard tuning. I've noticed that most grand pianos in Spain are tuned up a bit. 441 or 442. I certainly wouldn't notice if the tuning were 442 while playing solo. It would be very annoying to start a jazz band gig that way though, without knowing, particularly outdoors when maybe the horns are struggling to reach 440 anyway. But we often do have to change radically for clarinetists. Typically tuning down.
There aren't really many notable competitors at this price point to be honest. Something like the Kawai DG30 and Yamaha CVP909 sell for much higher price points than the GP3. This makes the GP3 a really unique and affordable offering from Roland!
I have played the DG30. It is similar to the CN301 with a prettier cabinet. Personally, I thought the CN39 and DG30 didn't have an outstanding sound in person through the built-in speaker system. Both the CN301 and DG30 use Kawai's second lowest tone generator: the Progressive Harmonic Imaging (PHI) and their best plastic action. Here in the US, a Kawai CN301 is $3,000 and a DG30 is $6,000. A Roland RP107 is $1,200 and a GP3 is $4,000. So, I guess half or more of the money goes to the cabinet.
@@Instrumental-Covers Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I have only seen the reviews of both here by Stu and judging from them the Kawai DG-30 seems both more full featured and better sounding... Here in Europe they are very similary priced 3.444 $ vs 3.599 $ Yes a lot of the price is the cabinet
@@bollof1 My pleasure. I agree the DG30 seems a better option. I played it next to the CA79, and my impression was the DG30 sounded coarse with too much bass. But at least it has a 3-band equalizer and the bass can be adjusted. The Roland GP3 does not have an equalizer. Here in the US, you can buy a Yamaha CLP-765GP for the same price of a DG30. I have played the CLP-765GP as well as the CLP-795GP, and the difference is not that much in terms of sound via the built-in speaker system. The CLP-765GP is a much better executed instrument than both the DG30 and GP30: larger cabinet, better speakers, CFX and Bösendorfer samples (better than the basic samples in the Kawai and Roland), binaural recording for headphones (only Yamaha has done this in digital pianos, that I know), and better key action (GrandTouch-S). It also has a 16-track sequences, which can be handy if you wish to create a backing track for your performance without having to use a computer. The Yamaha is 114 cm deep, whereas the Kawai in only 87 cm deep, and the Roland is just 69 cm deep. The Yamaha resembles a lot more a baby grand than the competition. Too bad Merriam Music is not a Yamaha dealer, so they can't feature higher-end Yamaha models.
@@Instrumental-Covers I think the DG 30 also have a built in multitrack sequencer... The 765 GP is more than 1.000 $ more expensive than the other two here in Europe. If I had the money and space I would love to have the 795 GP. Dexibell H10 mini grand also looks like a great instrument (but with a slightly to modern look, for mee at least)
The HP704 is a far more advanced piano in terms of specs. It has a better action (PHA4) and tone engine (SuperNATURAL Piano Modelling). While the GP3's technology is less advanced, it does offer a beautiful aesthetic of course.
Compre este piano y aunque estaba contento había algúna que otra nota descompensada y con diferente carácter y volumen. Gracias a roland me dio la solución con el piano designer. Que puedes cambiar todo esto Ahora el piano está perfecto y no puedo estar más contento Este piano está a la altura de los yamaha y kawai de 5000 euros Y además con 10 años de garantía Gracias a roland y su magnífico atención al cliente
Thanks for writing in! I'm glad to hear that you were able to get some support from Roland and find a satisfying sound! The Piano Designer is quite the impressive feature and can really allow you to custom tailor the sonic experience to your tastes. :)
@@MerriamPianos muchas gracias No se porque el piano viene con estas anomalías. No se si stu noto esto. Pero roland debería tomar nota porque al igual muchos clientes No compran este piano Como dije en mi piano había 3 notas descompensada. Sobre todo el El B6 Pero algunas más con matices Se soluciono y ahora si es un gran piano
Nice video love how you play. Do you know anything about the newer version of the gp 609? I know it’s coming (I’ve ordered it) but the dealer couldn’t tell me much about the specs? Thanks
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! We haven't received any updates or details in terms of specs, but you can certainly bet on a review video once we do! ;)
Hi! Brent here! Using the headphone output is the only way to get a direct line out sound from the GP3. The fidelity of the sound should still be excellent, but you may need to boost the output a bit through either an amplifier or within the DAW you are using.
Hi! Brent here! Roland does not manufacture acoustic pianos. They specialize in digital pianos, which includes several digital grand models (GP3, GP6, and GP9).
Thanks for tuning in! We will do our best to compare the Kawai DG30 and Roland GP3, but we do have a few videos in the queue currently. Thank you kindly for the suggestion! :)
Hi! Brent here! I am not sure what Roland is planning to include in the next update to their app, but I do agree that could be a nice feature to include for the GP3. :)
i'm fairly sure this has the piano reality sound engine and not the supernatural sound engine, also has dynamic sensors instead of triple sensors that they use in portables.
Hi! Brent here! I would have to check with Stu in regards to the song he is playing in this video. But, with that said, I like the idea of including which song is being demonstrated. Thanks for the idea! I'll pass it on to our production team. :)
@@MerriamPianos omg it is so kind of you, never expected that quick reply. simply, I like them all haha, thank you, they relieve my mood mentally and physically.
Hi there! Yes, the GP-3 and GP-6 have very different tone engines. The GP-3 has a sample-based engine versus the GP-6's modelling engine. Furthermore, they have very different speaker systems, which yields a different sonic experience as well. :)
Bueno. Al final me traen para probar el gp3. Creo que me va a gustar. El sonido es fantástico y el gabinete. Espero que la pulsación me guste 3400 euros que no está mal
realmente todos los que en actuaciones tocamos pianos de cola y en casa por el espacio no podemos tener uno ,añoramos no tenerlo muchos no le importara la imagen o como sentirse detrás de un piano porque solo tocan pianos digitales sin muebles, resonancia y demás pero estos pianos que han avanzado mucho soluciona a nosotros estos problemas, puedo decir que sentirse detrás de un piano de cola no tiene nada que ver con un teclado . yo se que a muchos no le importa, pero a los que normalmente tocamos pianos de cola si. creo que este piano con sus características puede ser la solución buen sonido , bonito gabinete y buena pulsación.
The GP3 is certainly an excellent option for those seeking a grand piano playing experience and aesthetic at this price point. It is interesting that, for some, the aesthetic of the piano plays a part in their overall perception of the musical experience. At the end of the day, every player is a little different and will have different wants and needs. :)
Hey friend love the videos, if roland does make actual acoustic grand pianos, dont they sample theirs into their keyboards the way yahama and kawai does? By the way, beautiful sounding piano!!!
@@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12 i just wonder what they base their model off of though that’s the interesting question because thet sounded so amazing what he was playing
Hi Justin! Roland does not make actual acoustic grand pianos. They use either samples that many believe to be taken from a Steinway grand or a modelling engine to generate their piano sounds. Thanks and all the best! :)
Any thoughts on a digital grand piano for a hotel restaurant? This looks too underpowered, and others I have looked at (Yamaha) don't seem to have a feature to play multiple MIDI files from a USB stick (in other words, the piano can play even though there's no pianist).
Hi there! I would suggest checking out the Roland GP9 and GP9M. We have not received our first shipment of them here in Canada, but they look like the ideal choice for restaurants and event spaces. :)
so if I read the official specs, the GP3 has "Piano Reality Standard Keyboard" and it is a PHA-4, and the GP6 has "Piano Reality Hybrid Premium Keyboard" and it is a PHA-50... but if I want PHA-4... I can just buy an FP-10 and it is like US$600... but I suppose this "Piano Reality Standard Keyboard" might be an improved version of PHA-4
While we're all getting familiar with the specs, it appears that the new Piano Reality keyboards do have some updates. I believe one of the most meaningful updates has to do with the sensor system. You can certainly bet on Stu talking more about these details in upcoming videos. :)
"Piano Reality Hybrid Premium" is hybrid grand on lx706, "Piano Reality Hybrid Concert" is hybrid grand on lx708. The difference is the keybed vibrator. There are no pha-50 choices. GP-3 is a pha-4 but maybe it is using a pha-4 concert not pha-4 standard (I'm not sure).
The RD88 and GP3 are in very different categories with very different intended uses. They both have the PHA4 action and possess the SuperNATURAL tone engine, but the RD88 has far more features and built-in sounds. The RD88 is intended to be a stage piano, while the GP3 is positioned as a home-use digital grand. Thanks and hope this helps! :)
The pivot length of this action is 20 cm, which is 2 cm less than a Steinway Model S grand's pivot length (22 cm). So, it is fairly close, but not quite as long as an acoustic grand.
It is a matter of preference really. They are not exactly in the same price category though. The DG30 is more fully-loaded in terms of features and sounds, but it is also more expensive.
Just asking, is it worth buying a FP-90x & buying a baby grand shell for for it or just buying a Roland baby grand? Or perhaps this one that you’re reviewing in vid?
The FP90X is a lot more closely aligned with the GP607 than the GP3. Naturally, with digital grand pianos, the cabinet and finish do contribute a lot to the premium cost associated with it. Thanks for tuning in and all the best! :)
@@MerriamPianos thanks for replies. What I was thinking is buying the 90x and then buying a shell at a later date as that cost is premium! But I would stretch to buy all in one if the cost and actual piano you got was gd enough at fairly similar price point. Incidentally online I saw some made to measure shell’s fitted with neon lighting that looked spectacular.
Stu's haircut is quite good looking 0:20 but then later on I found he hasn't wash his hair today... in Asia, many people take a shower at night, to clean up the dust and pollution during the day before sleep... in the US, many people take a shower in the morning, to get ready for the day (so they'd wash their hair in the morning)... how about in Toronto?
@@MerriamPianos oh, if it is a bit humid... I remember going from California to Hong Kong, and I'd go out to buy something in the morning and when I get home around noon and need to meet someone at 2pm, I'd take a shower because it is so humid and sticky (hot)... like the sweat is making a person quite uncomfortable... I think that happens like in Florida as well
Thanks for the suggestion! We are definitely planning on doing more comparison videos that feature the GP3. We will do our best to tackle comparisons against the Kawai and Yamaha models you have listed. :)
Am i the only one whos having short ring from sustain pedal? If you play a note staccato with the pedal pressed its noticeable. Its as if your holding a pedal half way on am acoustic. Am i alone with this?
There is a little bit of decay/resonance by design. You may also be hearing a bit of a tail from the reverb, which can be disabled. It is hard to triage the instrument without hearing/experiencing the problem first hand though of course.
this is obviously going after the KAWAI DG30.At least these pianos are small which is agood thing..I cant unsderstand making models with large furnitures trying to look like real baby grands.They defeat one of the advantages of having a digital which is the compact size and light weight as opposed to an acoustic.Also,i think the only company that got it right as far as style is Dexibell who are looking for modern design.I think the Japanese companies are doing it wrong trying to make them look like an acoustic.Its one thing to sound like an acoustic but there is absolutely no reason they should look like an acoustic.
It is a very subjective thing of course. The Kawai DG30 is an extremely popular model. In addition to the compact size, a lot of customers are drawn to other aspects of digital pianos, such as the reduced maintenance and headphone/quiet practice option. The GP3 is an impressive offering from Roland, especially considering how much more affordable it is versus its competition.
@@MerriamPianos since we are talking mainly about the price,i have to say at this time a major european retailer sells this one for 3999 euros and the KAWAI DG 30 for 4069 which is basicaly the same price.
Biggest Deal breaker and disappointment is the Number of Voices. For this price range, would expect them to include several hundred. Poor Design Choice on this feature.
The GP6 and GP9 models are far more feature-rich. The GP3 is really geared towards someone that wants the aesthetic of a grand with a very streamlined, core piano experience.
I just cannot understand how anyone would pay so much for a digital piano with PHA-4 plastic action and subpar sound. There are even no detailed specifications of this digital piano on their Web site and I understand why. Roland disappointed me with this offering and I am glad that I stopped using its pianos last year.
While many players/customers will value a piano's features over its aesthetics, there are some piano shoppers that heavily prioritize aesthetics. With the GP3, Roland has offered one of the most affordable digital grand pianos on the market. The cabinet and finish certainly account for the premium price. Ultimately, the GP3 gives customers that are seeking the aesthetic of a grand piano a reasonably-affordable option.
Console digital pianos look good only against a wall. But say someone wants a digital piano at home in the middle of a living room, or say a commercial place like a small bar or restaurant room, then this tiny grand would be a great choice. A slab digital piano with stand or a console digital piano would not match in those places.
@@matiaserp Buying this digital piano is like buying an expensive piece of furniture! FP-30X for $1000 is much better (feature wise) than GP3. FP-90X is way above it. PHA-4 action does not last very long (already deteriorates after a year of intensive use).
I don't get this. The action is RD800 which is OK but not PH50 or higher ... like the LX708. So this aimed at the uninitiated hosting a party paying a piano player to provide ambient music to other morons who attended the party for free food. Go with the LX706 or 708 and save some time and money. If the speaker system was better then I'd see a point.
The GP3 features the PHA4 action, which is quite popular and revered by players of all levels. Of course, with any digital grand, a substantial portion of the premium price comes down to the cabinet and polished finish. With that said, every customer is different and has different preferences. Some customs are solely concerned with the musical experience, while others are more concerned about the aesthetics. Thanks for tuning in and all the best!
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Thank you so much! We appreciate it. :)
At Copper Music in Atlanta and the sales person puts his phone in the piano with the app and he went through so many sounds so fast and so immediate. It’s great for a small church
Absolutely! It is quite user friendly and easy to navigate. It would serve as a wonderful instrument for church and other institutional settings. :)
It sounds quite good from the above mic position. I watch your videos for the enjoyment of your playing Stu, the presentation, and I just love all things piano. Absolute joy to watch Merriam Music videos!
Thanks so much for tuning in! I'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Stu on your behalf! All the best and happy playing! :)
Notice this is not exclusively a mic recording, but a blended recording. At 4:05, they clarify it is a "Line Out + Overhead Microphones". This is a recording technique used in studios to create a fuller tone than what you would get from microphones alone, or line out alone. You can do this same technique with any other digital piano to make it sound great in a recording.
Una pregunta stu. Es normal que alguna nota suene un sonido metálico?. No se si es fallo del piano o de la muestra. Por lo demás estoy contento aunque una actualización grande le vendría bien
En tu grabación no le escucho ese sonido. Puede un fallo de mi piano?
También en los auriculares. Las notas C#6 Y D6 suena como si una cuerda no esta bien afinada al samplearla. Por lo menos en mi piano
Obviously a gorgeous piece of furniture. Here in the US, it looks like this and the Kawai CA501 are priced the same. Can you opine on what sets these two apart (other than the aesthetics)?
A large portion of the value of the GP3 is packed into the aesthetic. Contoured grand-style cabinets and polished finishes are quite costly. The GP3's musical guys so-to-speak are akin to that of the RP107. Of course, the GP3 has a nicer speaker system as well. The CA501 is a higher tier instrument in every regard. Instead of the value being packed into the aesthetic, it is put towards the core musical experience (action, tone, speaker system, etc.).
well done report, in detail and without unnecessary blah blah blah))Bravo!
Thank you kindly! We appreciate it. :)
Partly because of Stu's great playing, this is maybe the best sounding "grand" I remember hearing! Awesome!
I will be sure to pass that compliment onto Stu! With that said, the GP3 is a very impressive offering from Roland. :)
Because it's sample base. That's why.
Always love your reviews and playing. I built a baby grand housing for my Roland FP7F in satin black for the living room, and another for my Roland FP80 in gloss white for my "Jazz Club" downstairs. The design is very inspiring to play on.
Thanks so much Brian! We appreciate your support of our videos and channels! That's awesome that you've managed to convert your pianos into custom digital grands! Very cool! :)
Honestly the grand cabinet is less of an appeal for me than other musical features so if I were to spend this kind of money on a Roland, it would go to the LX 705. Having said that, I can see a number of occasions where this piano makes sense and it definitely deserves to exist. Thanks for the wonderful video as usual, I enjoyed it a lot.
Thank you kindly for tuning in! We appreciate it!
This piano is certainly designed with customers that are seeking the aesthetic of a grand piano at an affordable price point and without the hassle of having to maintain an acoustic instrument. Roland has managed to put together a tremendous offering with one of the most affordable digital grand pianos on the market. :)
Definitely, the main thing is the quality of the instrument relative to what you can afford. Personally as I am intending on taking lessons, I would be more inclined to practice on it with the aesthetic look of those Grands. ie just looking at them whenever I see a grand live I imagine playing it.
I have a midi controller keyboard and a synth but seeing a Grand recently actually made me decide to take piano lessons, due to the quality issue I’m thinking of buying the FP-90x and Shelling it into a B G
@@Biozene I reckon Roland n Yamaha should sell some of the shells for their top D pianos separately, if there’s a market for it. I mean they wouldn’t have to produce as many or even offer like a bespoke service. I only saw them selling in the states & Im based in UK
I don't know about the LX705 but I would happily stay with my NU1X if it weren't for the fact that uprights most often don't have a presentable backside, making it hard to place in a new apartment with lack of wallspace. But maybe Yamaha will also enter this space with a baby GT...
@@MerriamPianos Not to mention the small footprint!
I’m stunned at the lack of digital artifacts, particularly in the mid range and sustain. Next to the IVory3, VST, I would say the GP3 hands down is the best naturally sounding.
Roland has definitely packed an exciting piano tone into this wonderful, little digital grand. :)
Hi there. Any quick thoughts regarding GP3 vs the slightly cheaper Thomann 275 gp? The difference in money is not big, so I guess Thomann has better specs but is cheaper in terms of brand. Am I wrong? Thank you!
Hi there! We don't have access to the Thomann 275 GP here in Canada, so I can't really comment on that model. However, the Roland GP3 is a solid piano for those seeking a grand piano aesthetic at the most affordable price point.
Hoy probé el piano. Tengo que decir que hay que ecualizar el piano por la app. Una vez el sonido tratado el piano es una maravilla. Me he quedado sorprendido con la resonancia del piano, parece que tiene más cola. La app es magnífica.
El sonido genial y la pulsación muy buena. El lunes lo compro.
Saludos a todos
The Roland digital pianos are incredibly versatile and all of the features allows for excellent tonal control and customization. The GP3 model in particular is an impressive offering from the company given its price point. :)
One thing I would value is the Touch Sensitivity. The GP3/FP30X/RP107are on the lower range: 5 types, fixed. The RP701 is an upgrade in this aspect: 100 types, fixed. This little detail is very important to control the response of the sound. The 5 types (Soft 2, Soft 1, Medium, Hard 1, Hard 2) are not enough, at least for me, to feel I am in control of the piano sample. I had two Roland digital pianos in the past with those 5 settings and I wish I had bought one with 100 settings. Same thing with Kawai and Yamaha lower range digital pianos. However, Yamaha gives the DGX-670 the ability to fine tune the touch sensitivity with 128 types (probably because it is a workstation + arranger + digital piano). If I had to buy a Roland product, I think I would buy the Fantom-08, just like Stu did. You get a lot of control of the sound with a workstation.
I certainly agree with your point about touch sensitivity, especially when it comes to intermediate and advanced players. Having a large range of sensitivity options that allow you to get the touch dialled into your preferences is incredibly handy and beneficial.
the PHA4 is a bit jumpy on softer playing dynamics though. This is also the reason why I said "if I had to get a Roland product I'd go for the GP609" haha😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🎹🎶🎹🎶
@@MerriamPianos Thank you for your feedback :)
@@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12 I was wondering if you tried the RP701or any Roland digital piano with 100 types, even if it had the PHA-4. Maybe you would be able to control the dynamics on softer playing a bit better. Do you think it is possible that your experience with the PHA-4 was on a lower digital piano, such as the FP-30X?🎵🎵
@@Instrumental-Covers I haven't tried an FP30X. I first tried the PHA4 on I think the RP701 than almost a year later the HP702. For me I don't want a digital piano that I have to eddet a lot to get the righttype of sound/responce. On my ES110 I only needed to add some brilliance, and to my ears at sounds a lot beter than that HP702 did. If there is one thing it lacks IMO besides beter build quality is if the keys could have bin more heavier other then that it's great. The GHS and RHC may not have escapement, however the defalt touch responce is a lot beter IMO than the PHA4🎹🎶
How does this compare to the Kawai DG30? I got myself that one a year ago and am in love with it but this makes me curious
While the GP3 is an excellent economical offering from Roland, it is far more streamlined in terms of features compared to the DG30. The DG30 has far more built-in sounds and features as well as a more robust and powerful speaker system. :)
I have a Roland FP30 and I do like it, but do you feel the GP3 is a significant upgrade?
Thank you so much for your detailed review!
Hi! Brent here! The GP3 is not much of an upgrade from a musical perspective as it has the same tone engine and action. With that said, it does have an improved speaker system and a grand piano aesthetic, which might make it an appealing upgrade.
@@MerriamPianos Hey Brent, thanks for the informative reply. So if I jump from the FP-30 to a GP-6, I would assume all around it would be a significant upgrade compared to the GP-3..?
I would love to see a reveiw of the Seiler ED-126 and ED-132. They seem to hold a very interesting place in the market. These digital reviews are great. They give a great insight into a market of buyers that usually aren't getting much good information on digitals.
Thanks for the suggestion Jacob! We are huge fans of the incredible Eduard Seiler ED126 and ED132 models. They are a fantastic European sounding alternative to the typical factory-built "go-tos" in the market. We will do our best to tackle those reviews! :)
My new F107 came tuned to 442 Hz too. While playing alone I admit I did not notice, but when I started playing along with a piano song I was "hey, something is wrong". Easy to change the tuning, but somewhat more tricky to save it so that it keeps 440 Hz every time I turn it on (manual has the steps).
This GP3 is like the F107/RP107 with a pretty shiny box.
That is quite interesting that the piano arrived with the tuning set to 442 Hz! Perhaps, it is an anomaly situation as I have not heard of this issue with other units right out of the box. Also, I do agree that the GP3 has quite the attractive cabinet! :)
@@MerriamPianos not anomaly, as the manual clearly states that 442Hz is factory default. I read that this tuning is popular in Japan.
@Matias yeah there are different tuning standards in different countries due to climate, but the type of ensemble can effect the nominal standard tuning. I've noticed that most grand pianos in Spain are tuned up a bit. 441 or 442.
I certainly wouldn't notice if the tuning were 442 while playing solo. It would be very annoying to start a jazz band gig that way though, without knowing, particularly outdoors when maybe the horns are struggling to reach 440 anyway. But we often do have to change radically for clarinetists. Typically tuning down.
I wish you would have mentioned (even Briefly) the most Direct Competitors (exact models).
There aren't really many notable competitors at this price point to be honest. Something like the Kawai DG30 and Yamaha CVP909 sell for much higher price points than the GP3. This makes the GP3 a really unique and affordable offering from Roland!
Stu, how does it compare to the DG-30 from Kawai? Btw love your reviews and playing 👍
I have played the DG30. It is similar to the CN301 with a prettier cabinet. Personally, I thought the CN39 and DG30 didn't have an outstanding sound in person through the built-in speaker system. Both the CN301 and DG30 use Kawai's second lowest tone generator: the Progressive Harmonic Imaging (PHI) and their best plastic action. Here in the US, a Kawai CN301 is $3,000 and a DG30 is $6,000. A Roland RP107 is $1,200 and a GP3 is $4,000. So, I guess half or more of the money goes to the cabinet.
@@Instrumental-Covers Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I have only seen the reviews of both here by Stu and judging from them the Kawai DG-30 seems both more full featured and better sounding...
Here in Europe they are very similary priced 3.444 $ vs 3.599 $
Yes a lot of the price is the cabinet
I prefer the appearance of the DG-30
@@bollof1 My pleasure. I agree the DG30 seems a better option. I played it next to the CA79, and my impression was the DG30 sounded coarse with too much bass. But at least it has a 3-band equalizer and the bass can be adjusted. The Roland GP3 does not have an equalizer. Here in the US, you can buy a Yamaha CLP-765GP for the same price of a DG30. I have played the CLP-765GP as well as the CLP-795GP, and the difference is not that much in terms of sound via the built-in speaker system. The CLP-765GP is a much better executed instrument than both the DG30 and GP30: larger cabinet, better speakers, CFX and Bösendorfer samples (better than the basic samples in the Kawai and Roland), binaural recording for headphones (only Yamaha has done this in digital pianos, that I know), and better key action (GrandTouch-S). It also has a 16-track sequences, which can be handy if you wish to create a backing track for your performance without having to use a computer. The Yamaha is 114 cm deep, whereas the Kawai in only 87 cm deep, and the Roland is just 69 cm deep. The Yamaha resembles a lot more a baby grand than the competition. Too bad Merriam Music is not a Yamaha dealer, so they can't feature higher-end Yamaha models.
@@Instrumental-Covers I think the DG 30 also have a built in multitrack sequencer...
The 765 GP is more than 1.000 $ more expensive than the other two here in Europe. If I had the money and space I would love to have the 795 GP.
Dexibell H10 mini grand also looks like a great instrument (but with a slightly to modern look, for mee at least)
I’m between this one and hp 704 I don’t know if there is too much of a difference.
The HP704 is a far more advanced piano in terms of specs. It has a better action (PHA4) and tone engine (SuperNATURAL Piano Modelling). While the GP3's technology is less advanced, it does offer a beautiful aesthetic of course.
@@MerriamPianos thank you
Compre este piano y aunque estaba contento había algúna que otra nota descompensada y con diferente carácter y volumen.
Gracias a roland me dio la solución con el piano designer. Que puedes cambiar todo esto
Ahora el piano está perfecto y no puedo estar más contento
Este piano está a la altura de los yamaha y kawai de 5000 euros
Y además con 10 años de garantía
Gracias a roland y su magnífico atención al cliente
Thanks for writing in! I'm glad to hear that you were able to get some support from Roland and find a satisfying sound! The Piano Designer is quite the impressive feature and can really allow you to custom tailor the sonic experience to your tastes. :)
@@MerriamPianos muchas gracias
No se porque el piano viene con estas anomalías. No se si stu noto esto. Pero roland debería tomar nota porque al igual muchos clientes No compran este piano
Como dije en mi piano había 3 notas descompensada. Sobre todo el El B6
Pero algunas más con matices
Se soluciono y ahora si es un gran piano
Nice video love how you play. Do you know anything about the newer version of the gp 609? I know it’s coming (I’ve ordered it) but the dealer couldn’t tell me much about the specs?
Thanks
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! We haven't received any updates or details in terms of specs, but you can certainly bet on a review video once we do! ;)
Hola de nuevo stu. Para salida externa. Por auriculares? No crees que satura o como debo hacerlo?
Gracias
Hi! Brent here! Using the headphone output is the only way to get a direct line out sound from the GP3. The fidelity of the sound should still be excellent, but you may need to boost the output a bit through either an amplifier or within the DAW you are using.
I can't help but notice the "left-pedaling" of the right pedal in all of Stu's recent reviews. :)
Stu is just as ambidextrous with his feet as he is with his hands!
Do you have acoustic baby grand piano Rolland brand
Hi! Brent here! Roland does not manufacture acoustic pianos. They specialize in digital pianos, which includes several digital grand models (GP3, GP6, and GP9).
Stu donde se podría poner el micro de ambiente? Encima de la caja cerca del altavoz?
Usually, the stereo condenser microphones are placed above the instrument to capture as much of the sound as it would sound within a room.
Then can U compare kawai DG30 vs Roland gp3. Thanks 4 UR ⏳️. Because we need 4 my daughter piano.
Thanks for tuning in! We will do our best to compare the Kawai DG30 and Roland GP3, but we do have a few videos in the queue currently. Thank you kindly for the suggestion! :)
Probé los dos .el gp3 suena más a piano el dg30 más a teclado
Stu crees que en una nueva actualización del piano podrían incluir un ecualizador? En la app
Hi! Brent here! I am not sure what Roland is planning to include in the next update to their app, but I do agree that could be a nice feature to include for the GP3. :)
Quisiera saber si algunas teclas suenas algo diferente a otras por ejemplo el G4. He puesto el key touch a 14.
Perdón es la nota B4
i'm fairly sure this has the piano reality sound engine and not the supernatural sound engine, also has dynamic sensors instead of triple sensors that they use in portables.
You are correct! Thanks for catching that! :)
I am more interested in the songs you played.. I want to know their titles.. it is so pleasant
Hi! Brent here! I would have to check with Stu in regards to the song he is playing in this video. But, with that said, I like the idea of including which song is being demonstrated. Thanks for the idea! I'll pass it on to our production team. :)
@@MerriamPianos omg it is so kind of you, never expected that quick reply. simply, I like them all haha, thank you, they relieve my mood mentally and physically.
Hola. Me podrias decir si hay diferencia de sonido y pulsación entre el gp6 y el gp3?
Hi there! Yes, the GP-3 and GP-6 have very different tone engines. The GP-3 has a sample-based engine versus the GP-6's modelling engine. Furthermore, they have very different speaker systems, which yields a different sonic experience as well. :)
Bueno. Al final me traen para probar el gp3. Creo que me va a gustar. El sonido es fantástico y el gabinete. Espero que la pulsación me guste 3400 euros que no está mal
realmente todos los que en actuaciones tocamos pianos de cola y en casa por el espacio no podemos tener uno ,añoramos no tenerlo
muchos no le importara la imagen o como sentirse detrás de un piano porque solo tocan pianos digitales sin muebles, resonancia y demás
pero estos pianos que han avanzado mucho soluciona a nosotros estos problemas, puedo decir que sentirse detrás de un piano de cola no tiene nada que ver con un teclado .
yo se que a muchos no le importa, pero a los que normalmente tocamos pianos de cola si. creo que este piano con sus características puede ser la solución
buen sonido , bonito gabinete y buena pulsación.
The GP3 is certainly an excellent option for those seeking a grand piano playing experience and aesthetic at this price point. It is interesting that, for some, the aesthetic of the piano plays a part in their overall perception of the musical experience. At the end of the day, every player is a little different and will have different wants and needs. :)
Hey friend love the videos, if roland does make actual acoustic grand pianos, dont they sample theirs into their keyboards the way yahama and kawai does? By the way, beautiful sounding piano!!!
Roland does not make acoustic pianos. For the piano sounds they mostly do modeling🎹🎶
@@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12 i just wonder what they base their model off of though that’s the interesting question because thet sounded so amazing what he was playing
@@Justin_collier probably Steinway D. Or at least that's what Stu says🎹🎶
Hi Justin! Roland does not make actual acoustic grand pianos. They use either samples that many believe to be taken from a Steinway grand or a modelling engine to generate their piano sounds. Thanks and all the best! :)
Any thoughts on a digital grand piano for a hotel restaurant? This looks too underpowered, and others I have looked at (Yamaha) don't seem to have a feature to play multiple MIDI files from a USB stick (in other words, the piano can play even though there's no pianist).
Hi there! I would suggest checking out the Roland GP9 and GP9M. We have not received our first shipment of them here in Canada, but they look like the ideal choice for restaurants and event spaces. :)
so if I read the official specs, the GP3 has "Piano Reality Standard Keyboard" and it is a PHA-4, and the GP6 has "Piano Reality Hybrid Premium Keyboard" and it is a PHA-50... but if I want PHA-4... I can just buy an FP-10 and it is like US$600... but I suppose this "Piano Reality Standard Keyboard" might be an improved version of PHA-4
While we're all getting familiar with the specs, it appears that the new Piano Reality keyboards do have some updates. I believe one of the most meaningful updates has to do with the sensor system. You can certainly bet on Stu talking more about these details in upcoming videos. :)
"Piano Reality Hybrid Premium" is hybrid grand on lx706, "Piano Reality Hybrid Concert" is hybrid grand on lx708. The difference is the keybed vibrator. There are no pha-50 choices. GP-3 is a pha-4 but maybe it is using a pha-4 concert not pha-4 standard (I'm not sure).
Since it has escapement and F107 has not, maybe it is indeed the PHA-4 Concerf?
How does it compare to the RD 88?
The RD88 and GP3 are in very different categories with very different intended uses. They both have the PHA4 action and possess the SuperNATURAL tone engine, but the RD88 has far more features and built-in sounds. The RD88 is intended to be a stage piano, while the GP3 is positioned as a home-use digital grand. Thanks and hope this helps! :)
It is better than the Casio GP310?
The GP310 is a very different instrument aesthetically of course. With that said, the GP310 is a step up from the GP3 in my opinion.
@@MerriamPianos thanks a lot
Are the keys as long as on a real grand piano?
The pivot length of this action is 20 cm, which is 2 cm less than a Steinway Model S grand's pivot length (22 cm). So, it is fairly close, but not quite as long as an acoustic grand.
this or kawai DG 30 ?
It is a matter of preference really. They are not exactly in the same price category though. The DG30 is more fully-loaded in terms of features and sounds, but it is also more expensive.
Just asking, is it worth buying a FP-90x & buying a baby grand shell for for it or just buying a Roland baby grand?
Or perhaps this one that you’re reviewing in vid?
I think I’d rather have an FP-90X with baby grand shell. You get a much better action and sound engine! But the GP3 looks and sounds great.
The FP90X is a lot more closely aligned with the GP607 than the GP3. Naturally, with digital grand pianos, the cabinet and finish do contribute a lot to the premium cost associated with it. Thanks for tuning in and all the best! :)
@@MerriamPianos thanks for replies.
What I was thinking is buying the 90x and then buying a shell at a later date as that cost is premium! But I would stretch to buy all in one if the cost and actual piano you got was gd enough at fairly similar price point.
Incidentally online I saw some made to measure shell’s fitted with neon lighting that looked spectacular.
Get the FP90X. It has a beter action than this digital piano🎹🎶
FP-90X is better in every aspect (unless someone is shopping for furniture)
Stu's haircut is quite good looking 0:20 but then later on I found he hasn't wash his hair today... in Asia, many people take a shower at night, to clean up the dust and pollution during the day before sleep... in the US, many people take a shower in the morning, to get ready for the day (so they'd wash their hair in the morning)... how about in Toronto?
I think it is a bit of a mixed bag here in Canada! There are even some people that shower both in the morning and at night. :)
@@MerriamPianos oh, if it is a bit humid... I remember going from California to Hong Kong, and I'd go out to buy something in the morning and when I get home around noon and need to meet someone at 2pm, I'd take a shower because it is so humid and sticky (hot)... like the sweat is making a person quite uncomfortable... I think that happens like in Florida as well
The best piano is whichever one Stu happens to be playing on!!!! Like if you agree!!!
Stu is definitely able to make any piano sound like a million dollar instrument! :)
GP3 vs DG30 vs CLP765 ？
Thanks for the suggestion! We are definitely planning on doing more comparison videos that feature the GP3. We will do our best to tackle comparisons against the Kawai and Yamaha models you have listed. :)
Am i the only one whos having short ring from sustain pedal? If you play a note staccato with the pedal pressed its noticeable. Its as if your holding a pedal half way on am acoustic. Am i alone with this?
There is a little bit of decay/resonance by design. You may also be hearing a bit of a tail from the reverb, which can be disabled. It is hard to triage the instrument without hearing/experiencing the problem first hand though of course.
@MerriamPianos I'm assuming the fast decay by design has to do with limitations with polyphony?
this is obviously going after the KAWAI DG30.At least these pianos are small which is agood thing..I cant unsderstand making models with large furnitures trying to look like real baby grands.They defeat one of the advantages of having a digital which is the compact size and light weight as opposed to an acoustic.Also,i think the only company that got it right as far as style is Dexibell who are looking for modern design.I think the Japanese companies are doing it wrong trying to make them look like an acoustic.Its one thing to sound like an acoustic but there is absolutely no reason they should look like an acoustic.
It is a very subjective thing of course. The Kawai DG30 is an extremely popular model. In addition to the compact size, a lot of customers are drawn to other aspects of digital pianos, such as the reduced maintenance and headphone/quiet practice option. The GP3 is an impressive offering from Roland, especially considering how much more affordable it is versus its competition.
@@MerriamPianos since we are talking mainly about the price,i have to say at this time a major european retailer sells this one for 3999 euros and the KAWAI DG 30 for 4069 which is basicaly the same price.
Rp701
The RP701 is an excellent console digital piano. There is certainly some crossover in terms of the specs between the RP701 and GP3. :)
Biggest Deal breaker and disappointment is the Number of Voices. For this price range, would expect them to include several hundred. Poor Design Choice on this feature.
The GP6 and GP9 models are far more feature-rich. The GP3 is really geared towards someone that wants the aesthetic of a grand with a very streamlined, core piano experience.
I just cannot understand how anyone would pay so much for a digital piano with PHA-4 plastic action and subpar sound. There are even no detailed specifications of this digital piano on their Web site and I understand why. Roland disappointed me with this offering and I am glad that I stopped using its pianos last year.
While many players/customers will value a piano's features over its aesthetics, there are some piano shoppers that heavily prioritize aesthetics. With the GP3, Roland has offered one of the most affordable digital grand pianos on the market. The cabinet and finish certainly account for the premium price. Ultimately, the GP3 gives customers that are seeking the aesthetic of a grand piano a reasonably-affordable option.
Console digital pianos look good only against a wall. But say someone wants a digital piano at home in the middle of a living room, or say a commercial place like a small bar or restaurant room, then this tiny grand would be a great choice. A slab digital piano with stand or a console digital piano would not match in those places.
@@matiaserp Buying this digital piano is like buying an expensive piece of furniture! FP-30X for $1000 is much better (feature wise) than GP3. FP-90X is way above it. PHA-4 action does not last very long (already deteriorates after a year of intensive use).
@@matiaserp I agree, but this one is so thin, it hardly resembles a grand at all. Costco may end up selling it before Christmas.
Agreed. the price is ridiculous considering it doesn't have their top of the line action
I don't get this. The action is RD800 which is OK but not PH50 or higher ... like the LX708. So this aimed at the uninitiated hosting a party paying a piano player to provide ambient music to other morons who attended the party for free food. Go with the LX706 or 708 and save some time and money. If the speaker system was better then I'd see a point.
The GP3 features the PHA4 action, which is quite popular and revered by players of all levels. Of course, with any digital grand, a substantial portion of the premium price comes down to the cabinet and polished finish. With that said, every customer is different and has different preferences. Some customs are solely concerned with the musical experience, while others are more concerned about the aesthetics. Thanks for tuning in and all the best!
@@MerriamPianos This thing should be called a "sliver grand."