Well I answered my own question - they all have to come out (except for the rubber feet and the front metal panel screws). Yeah. I completely took this baby apart, found the faulty rubber contact, and fixed it. So now I'm an expert, LOL.
I remember years ago someone on this forum posted photos of taking apart a Roland FP-4. I want to get inside to fix a rubber key contact, and with so many screws on the bottom, I want to make sure I only remove the ones necessary to get me access to lift off the cover and get access. Any guidance will be greatly appreciated.
Ok thanks for the helpful info. I will see if there is an authorized dealer in my area. I may also try that suggestion of swapping out the contacts from the very bottom of the keyboard. - I will let you know how it goes. Thanks again for the input fellas. 👍
Thanks for the advice. I wanted to avoid taking the thing apart but if cleaning things from the outside doesn't work I don't think I'll have any choice. It is only the one key that is causing the problem.
Yes I know I've more than got my money out of this keyboard but I'm trying to extend its life a little longer. I have one key that is acting-up and if someone can help me with this I will be forever grateful 😁. When I press the key down the volume is normal but when I release the key it plays the note for a fraction of a second at maximum velocity. (See attached Video) Any help is greatly appreciated!! I remember someone on this forum (I think it was user Jazz+) knew a lot about theses keyboards.
FP-4_Problem.mp4
Wow SK - that bass work is amazing!! I love all the little cameo appearances you have come in from time to time with the drums and organ. ;-) The bass really sounds amazingly realistic and then when the horn section comes in - wow - totally wild. Thanks for putting this up!
Keeping the thread alive and wishing everyone a Happy New Year!
A song that is sometimes a bit on the sad side - giving it a positive spin here:
http://www.divshare.com/download/13655205-2fa
Using Pianoteq piano with a Band-in-a-box back track.