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88-Key Portable Keyboard (FOLDPIANO88)
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Brand | Blackstar |
Color | White |
Number of Keys | 88 |
Skill Level | Beginner, Professional |
Special Feature | Portable |
About this item
- LIGHTWEIGHT AND COMPACT 88 Key full-length folding portable digital piano keyboard that folds to 33cm weighing just 1.6kg for optimized practicality and functionality
- 8 HOURS RECHARGABLE BATTERY LIFE WITH BUILT IN USB & Midi to provide efficiency and convenience to traveling musicians and music enthusiasts
- IDEAL FOR BEGINNER; KIDS; STUDENTS; PROFESSIONALS; who want to play, learn and perform piano with full size keys, realistic feel and soft touch keyboard design
- MULTIPLE DIGITAL INTERFACE DEMO FEATURES including 6 metronome settings and 30 demo songs for wide practise range of accompaniments
- INCLUDES SUSTAIN PEDAL, TOTE BAG AND PIANO NOTE STICKERS for a full learning and performing experience
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Portability | 4.3 | 4.6 | 3.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Value for money | 3.6 | 5.0 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 3.9 |
For beginners | 3.5 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.0 |
Sound quality | 2.8 | 4.1 | 3.3 | 3.5 | 4.2 |
Light weight | 4.2 | — | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | KiKer Technology | mguitarstore | KONIX Direct | CandyeaRi |
number of keys | 88 | 88 | 88 | 88 | 88 |
power source | Battery Powered | Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered & Corded Electric | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | — |
connector type | 3.5mm Jack | — | usb,wireless | wireless | — |
instrument | Digital Piano, Piano | Piano, Digital Piano, Electronic keyboard | Electronic keyboard, Digital Piano, Piano | — | — |
style | Digital | Digital | 88 Key Folding Piano | Digital | — |
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Product information
Item Weight | 3.52 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 52.13 x 4.96 x 0.83 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B08M1L9KNJ |
Item model number | FOLDPIANO88 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #705 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #7 in Portable & Arranger Keyboards |
Date First Available | November 16, 2020 |
Color Name | White |
Compatible Devices | headphones, speakers. |
Connector Type | 3.5mm Jack |
Hardware Interface | Micro USB Type B, 3.5mm Audio, Headphone |
Number of Keyboard Keys | 88 |
Output Wattage | 4 Watts |
Proficiency Level | Beginner, Professional |
Battery type | Lithium Polymer |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Voltage | 5 Volts (DC) |
Wattage | 1.2 watts |
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Product Description
Finding a practical solution to practice while traveling for piano and keyboard players has always been a major headache. Previously, travel solutions had smaller keys, while roll-up solutions lacked the feel of a real instrument. That is why the 88-key Carry-on Piano was conceived; a full-sized keyboard with proper touch and feel in a compact format that fits into a small bag or rucksack. For the first time ever, full-sized piano performance – anywhere!Weighing in at only 1.6kg and measuring only 33cm long when folded, the Carry-on folding piano is a unique full-length 88-key piano in a foldable, easy to store and portable format. Thanks to its clever design, the keys feel like a real instrument making the Carry-on piano the perfect solution for entry-level students to seasoned professionals. Play any time using headphones or the built-in stereo speakers. With 128 sounds and accompaniments and MIDI over USB, this is the ultimate go anywhere piano practice and recording system.
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Customers like the portability of the keyboard. For example, they say it's compact and lightweight. That said, some complain about the key quality. They say the keys are clicky and mechanical, and the action tends to be noisy. Customers also dislike the key size. Opinions are mixed on quality, performance, sound quality, value, and ease of use.
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Customers like the portability of the keyboard. They say it's super portable, compact, and lightweight. Customers also mention that it folds and can be carried in a tote bag. They appreciate the value and ease of carrying. The keyboard is great for travel and slips into a light weight cotton case.
"...Plus, it has a little carrying bag that's super cute...." Read more
"...It is big enough for everything that ships with the piano with room left over for sheet music or headphones or whatever...." Read more
"The product description claims this device has “full size keys, realistic feel and soft touch keyboard design” yet this is the 2nd most frustrating..." Read more
"It’s a neat idea to save space, but it’s very fragile and we were always nervous to use it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the keyboard instruments. Some mention that the sound is great, has a wide variety of sounds, and the audio-out for headphones is handy. However, others say that the speakers are not the best, the sound of the keys is not too loud, and there are no usable Rhodes or FM type keyboard sounds.
"...Plus, it has a little carrying bag that's super cute. The sound isn't great, the keys are unweighted, the sustain petal isn't great, but it works,..." Read more
"Is this a really great sounding keyboard? No.Would I want to perform with, or hear a performer that used it? No.But!..." Read more
"...The speakers aren’t the best in terms of sound quality. Not terrible, but not great. Thankfully the headphone output is clean.*..." Read more
"...The key action is loud. Honestly, I don't mind, though...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the keyboard instruments. Some mention that the quality was surprisingly high, well built, and feels a bit better made than its price. However, others say that it's too expensive for the lack of quality, fragile, and the keys are unweighted.
"...The sound isn't great, the keys are unweighted, the sustain petal isn't great, but it works, and it's incredibly cheap...." Read more
"...The keyboard feels a bit better made due to the metal bottom plate than its price might suggest.* The folding mechanism feels solid...." Read more
"...and soft touch keyboard design” yet this is the 2nd most frustrating excuse for a keyboard I have ever purchased… the first being one of those rubber..." Read more
"It’s a neat idea to save space, but it’s very fragile and we were always nervous to use it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the keyboard. Some mention it's great for what it is, and worth the purchase. They say the sound is good for the price, and it'll fit in a bag. However, others say that it'd be better off buying a cheaper keyboard.
"...unweighted, the sustain petal isn't great, but it works, and it's incredibly cheap...." Read more
"...Not worth the money." Read more
"...keyboard products in this price range this is a fantastic and superior choice. I would recommend it for any hobbyist level player." Read more
"...Sound: nothing like the real deal. It’s seems the notes are off...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the keyboard instruments. Some mention that it works adequately, the pedal works quite well, and it charges up nice. However, others say that the keys on the piano keyboard do not work at all, the device stopped working, and did not work with iPad.
"...One day multiple keys just stopped working without any reason.Not worth the money." Read more
"...4 feet just doesn’t cut it in my opinion.The speakers work ok, with no more distortion than normal and the headphone port continues to..." Read more
"Worked Great for 4 Months… Then all of the G keys stopped working...." Read more
"...It works perfect for my needs. Also practice my Hanon exercises on it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the keyboard instruments. Some mention it's super convenient and easy to use, while others say that it'd be difficult to play. The keys are a little wide, and it'll be easy to set up and put away. However, some say that the keyboard is not very playable and not for intermediate or advanced players.
"...Then I fold it back up and it's gone. Convenient!" Read more
"...It’s awkward, unresponsive, floppy, and overall just ridiculous. I’ve gotten more use out of the bag than the keyboard...." Read more
"...Wherever I go I can unfold my piano and play. Great for beginners easy to use I really enjoy this piano." Read more
"...So happy it came with a foot pedal and it’s super convenient. The keys are a little wide. Had a lot of sound options" Read more
Customers dislike the key size of the keyboard. They mention that the keys aren't full length or height, the black keys are not the normal size, and the keys have no depth. Some complain that the keyboard is portable, but the size of keys makes it awkward to play.
"...The USB charging/MIDI output cable is way too short. I wish it had a 6-foot cable at least. It is only 4 feet long, tip-to-tip.*..." Read more
"...Cons:-keys aren't full length or height, if that matters to you...." Read more
"...The black keys are not as high as they would be on a piano. They are raised slightly, but they're almost flat against the white keys...." Read more
"...The keys feel wider than a piano keyboard, perhaps due to the ever-buckling hinges which cannot be locked down despite what it says in the manual...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the key quality of the keyboard. They mention that the keys are cheap, clicky, and mechanical. The key action tends to be noisy, and the keys make plastic noise when pressing them. Some customers also mention that it's not velocity sensitive and can make a clacking sound.
"...It is only 4 feet long, tip-to-tip.* The keys aren’t velocity sensitive, so you won’t be able to vary the sound levels with the action of..." Read more
"...-there's some clicking when playing especially if your fingernails are longer...." Read more
"...There are two shortcomings: the clicking of keys and the piano voices...." Read more
"...The keys are also very sensitive, so it doesn't matter what piece you're playing, you're likely to play notes by mistake, just because it is so..." Read more
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Let’s start with the good stuff:
* This folding keyboard takes up almost no room when folded and it only weighs a few pounds. It feels a bit like a magic trick when you pull this full-size keyboard out of its bag.
* It offers full-width 88 keys just like a regular piano.
* The keyboard feels a bit better made due to the metal bottom plate than its price might suggest.
* The folding mechanism feels solid. All wires are carefully enclosed in strong, but flexible plastic. That isn’t likely to be a point of failure later, no matter how many times you fold or unfold it.
* 64-key polyphony means you could mash down 64 of the 88 keys all at once and they’d all play normally without being cut off. That’s pretty good for a piano of this price.
* The piano offers the full standard MIDI sound set, 128 sound samples.
* The internal battery lets you play for a good while before you need to recharge.
* There are built-in stereo speakers that are reasonably loud (but they’re not great sounding, so use the headphone-in jack).
* The included USB cable charges the keyboard and allows MIDI-via-USB, so it can be used as a MIDI controller for your favorite software.
* The piano includes a plastic sustain pedal.
* Built-in metronome and included note stickers for first-time players. (You have to manually apply the stickers if you want to use them.)
* The carrying bag is cloth and good quality with a snap closure. It is big enough for everything that ships with the piano with room left over for sheet music or headphones or whatever.
I don’t think this would be great for someone who is a serious pianist because there are a number of compromises:
* The keyboard sections do not lock together when unfolded, so you need to place the keyboard on a solid surface. I suppose this could be slightly positive if you need to play on a curved surface, but who does that and this keyboard won’t work with the typical keyboard stand that just has two or three bars that hold up the keyboard.
* The keyboard keys are full-width, but not full-length. This might throw off people used to playing a standard size keyboard. I will say that the ratio between the length of the black and white keys seems to remain the same as a standard piano.
* The black keys barely stick up above the white keys. They really should have increased the folded spacing between sections to allow for higher black keys.
* The key action tends to be noisy. Sort of like clicking on a mechanical keyboard (though that is a positive in one way because playing near the top of the key is just as easy and reliable as playing near the bottom).
* The built-in MIDI sound set is not the best I’ve ever heard.
* The sustain pedal uses a non-standard 3.5 mm headphone jack, so you’re stuck using the pedal that came with the unit. Also, the wire length could be a bit longer, though in most seated or standing setups it should be able to reach the floor.
* The speakers aren’t the best in terms of sound quality. Not terrible, but not great. Thankfully the headphone output is clean.
* Although the unit has something like 30 built-in demo songs, it has no recording memory. If you want to record, you need to use something external or the midi controller functionality.
* The USB charging/MIDI output cable is way too short. I wish it had a 6-foot cable at least. It is only 4 feet long, tip-to-tip.
* The keys aren’t velocity sensitive, so you won’t be able to vary the sound levels with the action of your hands.
All-in-all, if you need a self-contained midi controller that takes up very little room or if this is a purchase for a first time player, it’s not a bad choice, especially on sale. If you’re looking to have pro quality in a portable package, look elsewhere.
*** UPDATE 7/23/23: ***
I’ve been using this for about a year now and it has held up well so far. Overall battery life continues to be good (plus battery drain when in storage seems to be pretty good, too, the battery doesn’t drain too quickly when charged but not in use).
The unit itself has held up well to periodic playing. None of the keys are broken and all functions work. The included USB cable is still ok, but I don’t think it would hold up well if crimped tightly for an extended period of time. Mine is mostly tied up in the included bag. I don’t leave the keyboard plugged in. I definitely recommend getting yourself a longer cable if you’re going to use it plugged in regularly. 4 feet just doesn’t cut it in my opinion.
The speakers work ok, with no more distortion than normal and the headphone port continues to work well, with minimal hiss or distortion.
I didn’t use the stickers and they’ve been stored in climate controlled areas, and they still seem ok with plenty of stickiness.
The pedal still works, though mine doesn’t click when pressed as much as as it used to.
I stand by my original rating.
Would I want to perform with, or hear a performer that used it? No.
But! That's not what you buy this keyboard for.
If you're shopping for this keyboard, it's because you are going to travel, and won't have access to a real keyboard or piano while away. You have kids who would like to keep up daily practice, or you want to accompany your Christmas carols at the family gathering, or you're going to a church camp and want to have more options than guitar for the Sunday morning singing, or something like that.
For those purposes, this product will serve you fine.
Pros:
-Spacing of keys is generally correct and to scale.
-Sound is acceptable for a cheap keyboard (this isn't a $900 product, folks, you're paying less than 10% of that.)
-You can actually press down on the keys, and feel them move- important for those learning to play.
-folds super compact when not in use.
-comes with a little tote and all- how cute is that?
Cons:
-keys aren't full length or height, if that matters to you.
-there's some clicking when playing especially if your fingernails are longer.
-for better sound, you'll need to add an external speaker set that works with the headphone jack.
-instructions are brief and not extremely well written though mostly intelligible.
Good to know:
You need a flat and sturdy surface nearly as long as the unfolded keyboard to open and use this on. There's no way to "lock" it open (that would be a fantastic improvement!) to use with a stand or anything.
Bottom line: compared to other portable keyboard products in this price range this is a fantastic and superior choice. I would recommend it for any hobbyist level player.
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Would buy from them again if they had other models that suited certain preferences.
Da la sensación de pesar al rededor de un kilo compactado y su tamaño es similar a un paquete de 50 salchichas (no encontré con que más compararlo).
Tiene 128 sonidos diferentes y muy bien tiempo de respuesta entre la tecla y el sonido.
Lleva un par de bocinas integradas, además de su propia batería y eso lo hace muy portable.
Además incluye su propio pedal se sustain (cuídalo mucho porque no tiene la entrada convencional de los otros pedales, se conecta a un puerto Jack de 3,5mm).
Puedes practicar usando audífonos o conectarlo a alguna bocina.
Le doy 5 estrellas a pesar de los inconvenientes (es muy útil cuando necesitas moverte sin cargar tanto y tienes otro teclado en casa)
Las desventajas:
1- Las teclas no tienen sensibilidad (ya sería mucho pedir) pues las teclas dan una sensación similar a un teclado de computadora.
2- Al ser abatible te obliga a tenerlo en una superficie plana cómo una mesa (no se puede colocar en pedestal de teclado), y el de 88 teclas ocupa mucho espacio así que necesita una mesa grande.
3- se carga por un puerto micro USB (¿Porque no lo hacen con USB :C ?... Pero no).
4- Los sonidos parecen de juguete (aunque son decentes para una emergencia)
PERO puedes mejorar mucho los sonidos usando el teclado como controlador MIDI y sacarle más provecho con software de computadora, Garage Band en iOS o BandLab en algunos dispositivos Android.
También incluye cable micro USB, una bolsita para transportarlo y calcomanías con los nombres de las teclas para quien desee aprender.
No lo recomiendo para ser tu primer teclado a menos que necesites llevarlo contigo a todos lados.
Easy to transport, unfold and fold.
You can use it with batteries.