Best Lightweight Keyboards in 2026

Bluetooth audio/MIDI support for connecting with your smartphone or tablet

Over 500 pro-quality sounds: pianos, synths, strings, bass, brass, and more

Sample import function for playing user WAV files on the JUNO-DS61’s keyboard

Intuitive eight-track pattern sequencer with non-stop recording for quickly developing song ideas; USB audio/MIDI and DAW Control model

SD card included for saving Project Data and Audio Data

Power with 4 AA batteries or USB

4 tracks and 64 clips (16 clips per track)

Features: Track Multi-Effects (90 types); Track EQ; Chorus/Delay (9 types); Reverb (7 types); Master Effects (90 types); Master Compressor; Master EQ

128-step Step Sequencer

Exclusive Roland Piano Partner 2 app provides easy access to advanced piano controls and numerous features for education, entertainment, and performance

SuperNATURAL Piano technology delivers the authentic tone and response of an acoustic grand piano

PHA-4 Standard keyboard with refined sensing technology for highly expressive playability

Three pedal controls with metal construction for real acoustic piano feel

Over 200 onboard songs include traditional music, famous classical pieces, and essential practice etudes

Modern digital design eliminates the need for regular tuning and other costly maintenance

Turn your piano goals into a reality with three months of free piano lessons, compliments of our partner Pianote, the ultimate online piano lessons experience. If you own a Roland piano, you’ll get unlimited access to everything inside Pianote—from step-by-step lessons, to detailed song tutorials, and even access to live lessons and support from real piano teachers. Learn to play your Roland piano from the comfort of your own home, anytime you like. Plus, access your lessons from any internet-ready computer, tablet, or phone.

Easy sound manipulation and editing with hands-on knobs and sliders

Eight Phrase Pads for triggering samples and audio songs stored on USB memory

VERSELAB is designed for modern music making and vocal recording. The high-quality XLR mic input makes it easy to record vocals with built-in effects like Auto-Pitch, Harmonizer, Doubler and more. Just plug in a mic, dial in the sound, and go. With 16 easy access takes and the ability to copy them anywhere in your song, arranging is a snap.

For songs to knock, you need the best sounds available. Roland’s sound has helped define hip-hop and other modern genres for decades, from the TR-808 to the SP-404. This sonic legacy is packed into VERSELAB, with over 3000 curated sounds that hit the spot.

VERSELAB uses our most advanced sound engine—the ZEN-Core Synthesis System. It’s at the heart of our professional synthesizers and ensures top-notch sound quality. With Roland Cloud, you can expand the onboard library with thousands of new tones, including genre-specific Sound Packs to keep your music fresh.

Go beyond the mouse and keyboard with VERSELAB’s inspiring RGB-lit pads and hands-on controls. Combining the TR-REC step sequencer found in legendary Roland drum machines with an ultra-responsive 4x4 pad matrix, you can bang out drum tracks, basslines, and melodic parts as fast as they come to you.

With expanding plug-and-play Zenbeats integration, you can connect VERSELAB to your computer, tablet, or smartphone for another level of production capability. Mix your VERSELAB songs or bounce tracks in Zenbeats, use plug-in instruments and effects, and much more via a simple USB connection.

VERSELAB is compact, portable, and can be powered by a mobile battery, so you can make tracks just about anywhere. Collaborate in person or remotely by sharing projects or tapping into the cloud storage features of Zenbeats. When your song is ready, mix and master directly from VERSELAB, then connect your mobile device and upload to your favorite music platform or social channels.

BOUNCE STEMS

Programmable chord sequencer with 64 user patterns and up to 64 steps in each

Four-voice JUNO-60 synth engine with authentic sound realized through Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology

Includes 64 ready-to-play synth presets derived from the original JUNO-60

Filter and envelope controls for shaping synth sounds in real time

High-quality delay and reverb effects with customizable settings

Comprehensive connectivity with audio, MIDI, and sync I/O plus AIRA Link

Class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface—no drivers needed

17 new effect types including JUNO-106 chorus, SDD-320 reverb, lo-fi comp, super filter, pitch shifter, and more

Two-part, 64-step, eight-note (per part) polyphonic sequencer with motion recording, random pattern generator, and memory for 128 patterns

Onboard arpeggiator

Expanded polyphony compared to the original hardware, up to 20 voices

Two-part multitimbral for playing multiple patches with dual and split capabilities

USB-C audio/MIDI interface, full-size MIDI I/O, and external clock input

Powered via batteries (4 x AA) or USB-C

The VR-09-B’s easy-access compressor effect works great with the piano sounds, ensuring that your playing always cuts through when performing with loud bands and big ensembles.

Advanced low-pass, high-pass, and side-band filters with high-resolution controls

Massive real-time control with dedicated knobs, sliders, and buttons

Polyphonic step sequencer with classic trs-rec style interface

Arpeggiator, vocoder, and polyphonic chord memory functions

Cv/Gate outputs for interfacing with modular synths and vintage gear

Large selection of Onboard effects with hands-on controls

Usb Audio/MIDI interface and control surface Mode

New SuperNATURAL pianos with authentic acoustic grand sound and response

Virtual ToneWheel Organ with harmonic bar control and quick-fire playability

Deep onboard sampling features

4x32 USB audio interface and native integration with Logic Pro, MainStage, and Ableton Live

Scenes contain settings for all 16 layers plus effects and patterns

Clip-based sequencing with instant pattern recording and triggering

TR-REC sequencer inspired by classic Roland drum machines

It goes far beyond any acoustic piano, bringing more fun and productivity to your playing sessions. Non-piano sounds like organs, strings, and voices let you enjoy all types of music styles, and a variety of drum patterns are on board to back you up. It’s even possible to layer two sounds together or play different sounds with each hand. Bluetooth wireless is built in for working with MIDI music apps on mobile devices

WARRANTY: Roland Authorized Reseller. Includes a Roland 3-Year Parts and 2-Year Labor Limited Warranty

Rich, expressive acoustic pianos derived from Roland home and stage pianos

Nearly 700 additional tones, including electric pianos, organs, orchestral instruments, percussion, world sounds, and more

Auto-accompaniment function allows you to control sophisticated music arrangements with left-hand fingering

300 onboard music styles, plus the ability to add 30 custom styles with Style Converter software for macOS and Windows

Recording feature for capturing keyboard and arranger performances

Bluetooth audio for streaming music from a mobile device through the onboard speaker system

Mic input with effects for singing along

Instantly shape the sound with pitch and formant sliders

Advanced vocal effects including Auto Pitch, harmony, and vocoder

Dial up unique rhythmic effects with the Scatter knob

Process the sound output with high-quality reverb, echo, tempo delay, and chorus effects

Low-cut filter and noise gate to eliminate unwanted sounds

24-second looper with unlimited overdubbing, undo/redo, and automatic BPM detection

Supports external MIDI control of pitch, harmony, and vocoder functions

Max. Polyphony: V-Piano Technology Sound Engine: Full PolyphonySuperNATURAL Sound Engine: 128 voices

Parts: 16 parts (Max 8 parts are used in the PROGRAM)

Expandable sound engine delivers authentic electronic and acoustic sounds

Fresh hybrid sounds combining modern PCM, virtual analog, and a routable analog filter

V-piano technology for stunning realism and expression

Equally suited for studio, stage, and traveling, the SH-4d is an incredibly versatile synth that unleashes inspiration from the moment you power on

Four independent synth parts and a dedicated rhythm part with up to 60 voices of total polyphony

Multitimbral sequencer with 128 patterns, real-time recording, two step-entry modes, and motion recording

Fully loaded direct-access panel with 32 knobs, four sliders, and a massive array of buttons

USB-to-Device

High-quality, balanced connections, full-sized MIDI jacks, and multiple pedal inputs make JUPITER-Xm ready for any situation

Multi-Effects: 4 systems, 90 types Part EQ: 5 systems Overdrive Reverb: 7 types Chorus: 4 types Delay: 5 types Mic NS / Comp Master EQ / Comp

HEADPHONES jacks: Stereo miniature phone type (front), Stereo 1/4-inch phone type (rear) MAIN OUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type MAIN OUT jacks (L, R): XLR type MIC INPUT jack: 1/4 inch phone type/XLR type AUX INPUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type HOLD PEDAL jack CONTROL PEDAL jack MIDI connectors (IN, OUT) USB COMPUTER port (AUDIO/MIDI) USB MEMORY port DC IN jack

2 Pedal Jacks

Preset tone: 4,000 or greater User tone: 256 Drum Kit: 90 or greater

ZEN-Core Various MODEL sound generators

POWERPACKED SOUNDS: This keyboard comes with 15 Wave Expansions and 10 Sound Packs, available for download from Roland Cloud. It is also compatible with FANTOM Scenes that use ZEN-Core and Virtual ToneWheel Organ sounds.

EVERYTHING IN ONE BOX: Bundle includes Sustain Pedal, Instructional DVD, and Austin Bazaar Polishing Cloth

SuperNATURAL synth engine is fully compatible with the expansive collection of free INTEGRA-7 synth tones available from Roland's Axial sound library site

16-track sequencer with non-stop loop recording makes it easy to build songs quickly; export your sequencer tracks to an SDHC card as a complete stereo mix, or as multitrack audio or MIDI data for use in your DAW

Instant access to organ, piano, and synth sounds via dedicated panel sections

Expand the onboard sound library with free downloads from Roland’s Axial website

SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine for rich expression, from pianissimo to fortissimo

Specially curated onboard sounds ready for every musical genre, including electric pianos, organs, strings, and synthesizers

Onboard Piano Designer function offers deep personalization of piano tone

PHA-4 Standard keyboard for authentic acoustic-style piano touch

Onboard 26-watt stereo speaker system delivers deep, rich sound

Headphones 3D Ambience feature for natural sound during private practice sessions

Turn your piano goals into a reality with three months of free piano lessons, compliments of our partner Pianote, the ultimate online piano lessons experience. If you own a Roland piano, you’ll get unlimited access to everything inside Pianote—from step-by-step lessons, to detailed song tutorials, and even access to live lessons and support from real piano teachers. Learn to play your Roland piano from the comfort of your own home, anytime you like. Plus, access your lessons from any internet-ready computer, tablet, or phone

EXTRA CONNECTIVITY – Employ the full-size XLR microphone input and included gooseneck mic to input your voice for filtering and shaping the synthesized sounds. MIDI In/Out ports and a Micro-USB connector open up whole new worlds of digital control.

OTHER FEATURES INCLUDED - Blend your voice with onboard string sounds to create unique sonic textures; Dual ribbon controllers for pitch bend, modulation, and more; Compatible with the K-25m 25-note keyboard; and durable metal front panel.

JUPITER-X is equipped with our latest sound engine, capable of morphing into legendary synths from our long history of genre-defining sounds.

It’s so flexible that it can reproduce our highly sought-after analog classics like the JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, and SH-101, as well as digital machines like the vintage XV-5080 and modern RD pianos.

You also get the many Roland drum machines that are the foundation of electronic and dance music like the TR-808, TR-909, CR-78, and more.

JUPITER-X is like a studio full of vintage gear, with modern capabilities and a deep synth engine so you can explore unmapped sonic territory.

JUPITER-X’s I-Arpeggio is a next generation arpeggiator takes your input—notes, rhythms, phrases—and creates complementary drum parts, basslines, chords, and arpeggiated lines.

The versatile ZEN-Core Synthesis System ensures your sounds are ready whenever and wherever you need them.

Tough metal and premium components mean it stands up to the rigors of live performance and always feels solid and precise.

Also compatible with Behringer MIDI foot controllers, MIDI analog synthesizer, Korg Volca digital sample sequencers, Focusrite Scarlett MIDI audio interface box, electronic drum machines and more.

Lifetime warranty.