Kawai VPC1

The keyboard build quality is very good. Keys are quiet. They are a little heavy so don't expect to be playing very fast pieces.

The only negative is that playing higher up in the keys is not easy and you will suffer with certain arpeggios as the keys become increasing heavy the higher you play.

really good feel/feedback to the weighted action of this controller keyboard. 88-note range bigger than most will need, but definitely a realistic experience. i've played on countless pianos (including a Challen upright at home) and while the action is on the heavier side, that's not unusual and you get used to it. great MIDI/dynamic response with velocity curve presets.
DEFINITELY get as strong a stand as you can; it's heavy (approx. 30 kilos)
and X-stands just won't cut it.
thumbs-up all round.

Having had a Roland RD-700 for about 20 years, I decided it was time to buy a new keyboard. After much research I opted for the VPC1. Having played around with Pianoteq using my Roland, I decided I didn't need onboard sound and all the other bells and whistles. For me, touch was the main criteria.

Having had the keyboard a couple of months now, I like the touch, although it does feel quite heavy in comparison to my old Roland. I'm sure I'll get used to it. Overall, I'm pleased with the VPC1. The build quality is good and I like the minimalistic look.