Comparison
Kawai ES120 vs Roland FP-30X
Choose the ES120 if its Responsive Hammer Compact action feels better to you and your recording plan works with USB MIDI or external audio capture. Choose the FP-30X if you prefer PHA-4 Standard and want an integrated USB audio interface. Both offer line outputs. Budget for the stand and pedal package rather than comparing instrument-only prices.
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| Feature | ES120 | FP-30X |
|---|---|---|
| Observed price | Not verified — request a current regional quote | USD 649.99 (promotional price; checked 2026-09-24; promotion end not stated) · Sweetwater Instrument only; tax, accessories and delivery may be extra. |
| Best-fit buyer | Home players and gigging musicians who need a lighter portable piano; Players who value Bluetooth, line outputs and two headphone connections | Players who want a serious 88-key portable instrument for home practice; Learners who will use Bluetooth lessons, apps or USB recording; Players who need line outputs or a future three-pedal upgrade |
| Keyboard action | Responsive Hammer Compact | PHA-4 Standard |
| Key construction | Not verified | Not verified |
| Key surface | Matte key surfaces | Ivory Feel |
| Escapement / let-off | Not verified | Yes |
| Maximum polyphony | 192 | 256 |
| Piano sound technology | Harmonic Imaging; SK-EX and EX samples | SuperNATURAL Piano |
| Speakers | 12 cm x 2 | 12 cm x 2 |
| Amplification | 10 W x 2 | 11 W x 2 |
| Pedals | F-1SP included; F-10H/GFP-3/F-351 compatible | DP-2 included; KPD-70 supported |
| Bluetooth audio | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth MIDI | Yes | Yes |
| USB audio interface | No | Yes |
| USB MIDI | Yes | Yes |
| Line outputs | Yes | Yes |
| Headphones | 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch | 2 outputs |
| Dimensions (mm) | 1305 W x 280 D x 150 H (music rest detached) | 1300 W x 284 D x 151 H (music rest detached) |
| Weight (kg) | 12 | 14.8 |
| Apps | PianoRemote, PiaBookPlayer | Roland Piano App, Piano Designer |
| Warranty | Not verified | Not verified |