The expectation is that the keys will react differently to the touch than they do in a regular MIDI keyboard, an organ, or even a stage piano, and feel is often more important than sound.

Roli just introduced the simply-named Piano at NAMM, a 49-key smart keyboard that's primarily intended for learners, but has some neat bells and whistles for experienced musicians.

The piano, short for pianoforte, is a keyboard instrument made up of 52 white keys and 36 black keys. As well as being a solo instrument, the piano can be found playing a range of music in the ...