Hi Diki,

I completely agree on your solution.

The Kawai VPC1 88-key Controller with the superb RM3 Grand Wooden Key Piano Action is designed for this scenario. It is heavy though at 65lbs.


https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/VPC1--kawai-vpc1-virtual-piano-controller



Here is an excellent demo of the Roland V-Stage Piano by Roland’s David Ahlund.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9h0Gvbgg5U


Looks like the Roland V-Stage Piano is designed to be a portable version of the Roland FANTOM 8 EX Workstation that retails for $4,200 and weighs a hefty 66 lbs.


https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FantomEX8--roland-fantom-8-ex-synthesizer-workstation


This strategy is similar to introducing the Roland RD-88 as a portable version of the Roland RD-2000.

The Roland V-Stage Piano uses the same PHA-4 action as the RD-88.

If someone just wants a portable Piano for gigging they would chose the RD-88.

On the other hand if someone needs the Organ, Electric Piano and 2 Synth Voices layered on top with hands on controls, they would go for the Roland V-Stage Piano.

It is in direct competition to the NORD, but at a lower price point. The market will decide the winner.