I preordered the DPT-RP1 hoping I could use it as a sheet music reader. I love the new GVIDO coming in September (
http://www.gvido.tokyo/) but not its $1,600 price tag
before the cover and the optional designed-for-it pedal, so it's probably closer to $2,000. I have a need for it sooner.
I've been using either a Surface Pro 3 or another 2-in-1. I would prefer eInk, and in the past played around with the DPT-S1 but it wouldn't fit the bill. When I saw that the DPT-RP1 would support bluetooth, I was hoping it would support a page turner pedal like I employ now. Also, the split as well as the ability to see 2 pages also would be nifty to use on the RP1. On proverbial paper, it's an ideal device at - to me - a decent price point.
Since this may save some of you heartache, I asked the @sonydigpaper Twitter account about its support for BT page turners. Here's what they said to me in a private message:
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Thanks for your recent inquiry. Unfortunately at this time, the DPT-RP1's Bluetooth functionality does not work in conjunction with BT pedals.
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Needless to say, I cancelled my preorder since it's not going to work for me. I don't want to have to always touch the screen to flip pages while playing (Not always possible or convenient). Using BT pedals when I play has been great when using a PC.
At nearly $800 (Amazon pricing), the Onyx Boox Max could work but the reviews seem underwhelming (although since it is Android 4.x, I could use MobileSheets).
Guess I'll start saving my pennies for the GVIDO ...