Roli just dropped its latest educational gadget at the NAAM audio show in Anaheim, and it’s a game-changer for music lovers. The new Roli Piano is a 49-key keyboard that builds on the success of previous models like the Roli Airwave and Piano M, but with some cool twists.

This sleek new keyboard lights up to guide beginners through lessons on a connected phone or tablet. If you’ve tried the Airwave, you’ll love how it adds hand-tracking to create gesture-based sounds. But here’s the kicker—this version comes with a generative AI assistant designed to make learning music “easier, more intuitive, and more fun.”

Now, let’s talk numbers. The Roli Piano isn’t exactly cheap, priced at $599. That’s a big jump from the Piano M’s $249 tag. But here’s a sweet deal: for a limited time, you can grab it for $399 as part of a “super early bird special.”

This AI-powered assistant is packed with features to help you learn music theory and improve your skills. It’s a bold move for Roli, which has shifted its focus to educational products after facing financial hurdles in 2021. While earlier products like the Seaboard and Blocks were innovative, they remained niche. Music education, on the other hand, opens up a world of possibilities.

Roli’s pivot to education-friendly tools seems smart, especially as more people look for interactive and tech-driven ways to learn. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, the Roli Piano is worth checking out. Who knows? It might just be the push you need to start your musical journey.