Product Comparison: Roland BK-3 vs Korg EK-50
General Specifications
Brand
Roland
Korg
Model
BK-3
EK-50
Origin
Malaysia
Japan
About the Product
The BK-3 from Roland is your personal backup band. Perfect for solo entertainers and home hobbyists alike, the BK-3 Backing Keyboard brings a new level of performance to entry-level auto-accompaniment instruments.
The EK-50 combines KORG’s leading technology development, great sound quality and musical know-how at an amazing price. The EK-50 would make an ideal first keyboard for beginners who want to have a portable, great sounding and yet affordable keyboard they can carry around.
Key Specs
Number Of Keys
61
61
Key Size
Full-Size
Full-Size
Number Of Sound Effects
904
702
Number Of Tunes/Songs
5
18
Polyphony
128 notes
64 notes
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Roland BK-3 Digital Piano
- The touch is super and it is a joy to play.
- It's great fun and easy to play.
- Awesome stuff, lovely weighted keys.
- Nice feel to the keys.
- The keys have a nice feel.
Korg EK-50 Digital Keyboard with 61 Touch Sensitive Keys
- The keys are very silent during use.
- The keys feel good and the sound is fine.
- This keyboard sounds great, feels great and has touch sensitivity.
- It's a very soft press and the black keys are smooth.
- The number of different sounds you get is excellent!
Size & Weight
Height
5.08 in.
5.2 in.
Width
41.1 in.
39.13 in.
Depth
12.48 in.
15.43 in.
Weight
16.53 lbs.
16.53 lbs.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Roland BK-3 Digital Piano
- It does not take up much space.
- It's a nice weight and compact size.
- Very compact and stylish.
- It's compact for a 61-key.
- The keyboard is compact and very light.
Korg EK-50 Digital Keyboard with 61 Touch Sensitive Keys
- Lightweight. Sturdy. Good sound.
- This unit is very good, solid built and looks. Good size.
- It's very compact and yet versatile.
- It's light and portable. The keyboard is great! The sound is awesome.
- Easily portable. Not too bulky.
Features
Keyboard Sensitivity
4 Sensitivity Levels
4 Sensitivity Levels
Pedals
Damper pedal
Damper pedal
Digital Effects
Yes
Yes
Metronome Included
Yes
Yes
MIDI
Yes
Yes
Recording Feature
Yes
Yes
USB Port(s)
2
2
Number Of Headphone Jacks
1
1
Integrated Speaker(s)
Yes
Yes
Additional Accessories Included
AC Adaptor, Power Cord (for connecting AC Adaptor), Music Rest
AC Adaptor, Music stand
Extras
Play a variety of backing formats, Wireless Connect capability, LCD Display
LCD Display, Convenient Music Styles, Add Styles, Layer Mode, Grand Piano
What customers say about "Features"
Roland BK-3 Digital Piano
- This is a very well-sounding keyboard.
- It has all the features of a very good mid-range entertainer keyboard at a very reasonable price.
- Works well, feels like quality.
- Very well made. Keys feel great.
- User friendly controls on keyboard.
Korg EK-50 Digital Keyboard with 61 Touch Sensitive Keys
- The sounds in general are expressive and nice.
- The speakers are truly amazing.
- Speakers are clear in the highs and provide a nice rich bass.
- It's a great keyboard and has great real sounds.
- It’s a good beginner keyboard with most features.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
2 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
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