r/DigitalPiano

I'm looking for a digital piano with that warm "indie movie" piano sound. No VST, just plug and play kind of piano.

Under 1500€.

I know about the Kawai es520, Yamaha p151, but the samples I've heard doesn't convince me enough.

Any thoughts?

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I ordered a portable piano, which got delivered by UPS today, I live in a flat on 3rd floor with a lift so the delivery driver rang my intercome (downstairs) I press the key to let him enter the building, he brings it to my flat , he let the package leaning on the (door) of my flat, then he left immediately, as I come to open the door the whole 16KG standing package of the Korg D1 drops on my entrance corridor, and bang! that’s how I received my D1 ! Also between the door and the corridor there is a 3 inch ramp which hit the packaging but it didn’t show any clear dent in the packaging, it was originally a discounted board already (B-stock/returned item) and the packaging looked rough from presumably previous deliveries and returns. If the delivery driver just let it lean against the wall instead of the door which he should have thought I will open any moment, non of that would have happend.

Honstly I wouldn’t make a fuss about this if it was a light 2KG 49 keys synth action controler, but this is a 16 KG weighted hammer action keybed piano, a fall like that could easily damage the internal mechanism even though the RH3 key action is quite robust, but still.

I feel utterly gutted by the handling of UPS delivery, it all happened in a split of a second, I couldn’t have catched the package from the fall, I wasn’t expecting such an unprofessional way of leaving a fragil item leaning on the door.

Anyone, here with experience of buying new weighted keyboards and similar delivery damage, what would you advise me to do ? should I accept the package and open it, with the possible risk, or just return it to the music store without even opening or inspecting any possible damage?

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Hi all, I am upgrading my travel piano and am deciding between the ES120 and ES920, but I just cannot get past the awful body design and dull aesthetics. I wish they would have just kept the sleek design of the ES110/120 or ES8 with the curved cheekblocks. I am even okay with the move to plastic for cost and weight savings, as long as they kept in line with previous aesthetics, but they decided to just make everything...flat and square.

Its just not inspiring me to want to play and for $1.6K for a plastic black box I just dont know if I can. Looks like a generic chinese digital piano (see this Suzuki SL-1 Costco piano from 2012, as reference https://imgur.com/gallery/J4LLW3H). Its a shame because the ES120 has never looked better in its current iteration, and has had upgrades done all around from the es110 -new sample added, keybed support, improved cushioning/noise reduction, added function buttons, larger speakers going from 7Watts to 10Watt, new key surface texture, an upgraded body design with a new color (light grey).

Similar upgrades came with the ES920 which is very nice, except what happened with the aesthetics? Is it just me? I mean it must be the ugliest instrument I've ever seen. But the sound is probably the most natural and dynamic I've heard out of the box from any manufacturer to date. It really sounds like some concert grands I have heard, even if not as dynamic of course. But ughh that case, the button layout, that flimsy clear music stand...I dont know if I can take it serious as an instrument and not a toy. And by comparison that light grey ES120 has no right to be looking that good!

I live in a flat and I'm in the market to buy a proper piano. I currently use a Roland FP10, so an upgrade is warranted.

I'm exploring options now and I've been eyeing the Novus NV6. I tested it already in a store and it plays very nice. Sound is decent as well, so that's a plus. However, they mentioned something about attaching a laptop, which would expand the sound library. Given that I have 0 experience with this, does someone know what this means? I checked with Gemini and it started talking about VSTs, but I'm not sure how the Novus NV6 works with them and I can't really find any videos that demonstrate this capability. Almost all videos I can find are the ones where they play the OOTB piano sounds.

Hello, i want to learn piano from scratch [ yes, im a beginner ]. I know digital piano wont replace those authentic OG wood piano which cost equivalent to RTX 5080 nowdays.

I want to learn piano not to impress anyone just to fullfill and express myself. My first piano tune which i want to master is Lit Var ( a silent voice ) and after that i want to play like Piano man by Billy joel and so on.

I'm confused between 3 keyboards [ digital piano ]. Can you guys help me to choose which one should i go with to start my piano days.

Keyboard 1: CASIO CT-S400 - KS52A 61 Keys Advanced Keyboard with Piano Tones, Casio Music Space APP and AiX Sound Source - Black

Keyboard 2: Casio CT-X870IN 61-Key Portable Keyboard, Black

Keyboard 3: Casio CT-X700 61-Key Portable Keyboard, Black

I’ve been learning piano for a while, and one thing that always frustrated me was how difficult it could be to find good sheet music for certain songs — especially modern ones.

A lot of the time, the arrangements were either oversimplified, expensive, or just didn’t exist at all.

So I ended up building Sonata, a small app that converts song/audio links into playable piano sheet music automatically. The goal was to make it faster to turn songs people already enjoy listening to into something they can actually sit down and play.

Still improving the transcription and arrangement quality, but I’d love feedback from piano players or anyone interested in music tech.

If anyone’s interested or has suggestions, feel free to comment or message me.

Found a used Casio PX-S1100 for $300 in good condition on marketplace, comes with a stand and pedal included and features seem to be intact.

I'm an intermediate-ish player who's always played on an upright, but now that I'm in college I want something more portable in my own room to practice pieces on. Is the PX-S1100 a suitable instrument for someone at my level, and is this a good deal?

Thanks!

I’m still learning the basics, but I currently study using the Yamaha PSR-E383. Im considering an upgrade to a reasonable digital piano. i was initially planning the Yamaha S35 or S55 because they’re slim but Im concerned with the price and fixed space lost buying it, in addition to the lack of portability to move/hide it when not using.

I’d like to buy the cheaper alternative possible but with a good experience to keep my growth until an acoustic one!

Thank you for the support

I used to play the piano when I was younger and living at home with my parents had a nice kawaii upright piano and loved playing, completed up to grade 7 in exams and was an intermediate to advanced ish player.

However after moving to the uk for uni I’ve not been able to play at all and now would love to buy an electric piano as it works for my flat. I’m a very broke nurse and can’t afford the expensive nice ones but would love to get a good piano under around 1000 pounds ish but I’m so stuck as there’s so many options out there

I would love some recommendations, just needs to be close to an acoustic piano sound and I hate the portable keyboard type. I also want to get the most out of the money I’m paying and get a durable piano that lasts heavy use until I’m able to move and afford buying an acoustic piano.

Would love any recommendations! :P

I’m still a beginner, but I’ve been studying piano as a hobby for a year in my Yamaha PSR-E383. I really want to invest in a digital piano to have the tactical and audible feeling of playing something near to an acoustic piano.

I don’t have too much space at home to put a regular digital piano, so Im considering to invest in a slim model.

I’ve checked “Yamaha YDP-s55 with GH3 keys” which seems to be incredible but also expensive (~2,400 dollars in my country) and there are other models a little cheaper like “Yamaha YDP-s35 with GHS keys” (~1,700 dollars) and “Cassio Privia PX-770 with Tri-Sensor Scaled Hammer Action II keys” (~1,200 dollars).

I would like to buy something durable, with great sound quality and good keys. I know I’m just starting but I really want to continue dedicating and learning, and the experience of simulating an acoustic piano motivates me. What do you recommend? Any other models? I saw some models from Rolland but they seem to have key mechanism issues.

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the support.

Hello. I hope this is the right place to ask.

Recently I’ve been thinking about learning piano and I’m not sure which model for beginners I should pick. I mainly want to learn how to play but also combine it with singing emotional ballads, so I’m focusing on the sound’s loudness and richness. A lot of people suggest buying ct-s1 76, s110 or Yamaha p-45 (which right now is unfortunately out of my budget), but a lot of people also say the first two are “toys” and I’ll quickly regret buying them. Which one would be best option? I’ve read on the internet that s110’s sound is flat and cheap sounding whereas ct-s1 76 has a fullness to it and much better speakers. I know weighted keys are seen as essential, and s110 has them, but will I find learning harder with them than without them? It’s tough decision for me, as it’s really my first purchase when it comes to anything piano/digital piano related, though I’ve been producing music for couple years already. I’ll appreciate anyone answering.

Guys, I really need help picking a MIDI keyboard!

I’m choosing between the Launchkey MK4 37-key Mini and the Minilab 3 25-key.

I currently use FL Studio as my DAW, and I might switch to another DAW later. I’m still a total beginner.

I mainly want to make R&B and alternative R&B — similar to the style of Brent Faiyaz, Frank Ocean, and Kevin Abstract. I’ll be using a lot of samples and synths, and I’ll also make some rap tracks.

I know the Minilab is super well-known for its built-in sounds and key action, and tons of reviews say it’s the most beginner-friendly option. I don’t really care much about keyboard feel at all.

But the Launchkey 37-key has an extra octave, which I feel would be way easier to learn and get started with.

Which one would you recommend? I’d really appreciate it! My budget works perfectly for either of these two. ❤️‍🩹

Hi, I’m hoping someone could please give advice for using a stage piano in the home. For context, I’m not a great player I just enjoy noodling around but I am trying to improve.

Piano is my main focus, but I do like the ability to have more control with different instruments, synth , etc and layering that comes with stage pianos. Im leaning towards a Korg Grandstage X. How do I get a good sound experience in my living room. Could someone please advise what type of speaker/monitor would be most appropriate? I’m not looking for a clinical sound for production work. I just want to sit and play. AI tells me something like the Kali LP 6/8, but I’d love to hear from a real person. Thanks in advance. I really appreciate it.

Hi everyone,
I’m considering buying a Kawai CN201 as an upgrade from my Arius YDP142, and the mechanical key noise is my biggest reason. I play late at night with headphones in a small flat so I need something quiet and without the obnoxious thump. My Arius is old and really bad for it.

From what I’ve read the RHIII is supposed to be one of the quietest ones (felt cushions, springless hammer return etc) but I’d love to hear from actual owners.

If you own one of these pianos, could you let me know how loud the key thump is, and if it gets louder over time?

Any feedback would help me out greatly, thanks guys!

I do have an ipad, but the ipad is not a good fit to me as it glare and I have dry eye problems. I used matted screen protector, not helpful. It is also sometimes too small for me as it is only 11-inch.... I want a bigger one while not giving me a dry eye. I have heard theres tcl nxtpaper product, has anyone used it before, is it good? thoughts?

Olá, entendo que essa pergunta já foi demasiada demais aqui, mesmo assim não fiquei satisfeito. Tenho pouco tempo para decidir qual comprar.

Sou completamente leigo nesses assuntos, mas sei que esses são o melhores em suas faixas de preços. Nunca toquei, nem mesmo em teclados.

Pelo que pesquisei: P145 tem mais recursos em tecnologia, mas oque quero em um piano e a qualidade musical; Yamaha parece ter um som mais brilhante e o Roland mais preenchido, mais acolhedor. Sei a diferenças entre as Polifonias, trazendo ainda mais vantagem pro roland.

Oque não me deixa decidir; Bluetooth áudio, acredito que seria bom pra mim em um futuro próximo (P145). Porém em contraponto o Roland tem um Bluetooth MIDI, que pode ser usado para transmissão de dados, parece ser útil, posso fazer o mesmo com um cabo no P145. O P145 consigo usar fones, alguns comentarios disseram que no Roland os fones diminuem a qualidade. Sobre a transmissão de dados para um dispositivo móvel, o P145 parece levar vantagem, daria pra fazer isso no FP10, mas teria que comprar outras "coisas" (Pretendo gravar o som).

Deu a entender que o P145BT seria mais adequada, certo? Mas sinto que o FP10 e mais fiel a um acústico. Talvez eu esteja disposto a sacrificar a tecnologia, por um som melhor?

O FP10 parece ser mais resistente a tecnologia, parece tudo mais enjoado, sempre precisando dar a voltas pra conseguir oque o P145 aceitaria rapidinho.

Priorizo fidelidade ao acústico e a transmissão de som (gravacao), isso que pesa mais. Fidelidade= FP10, Tecnologia= P145.

Se tiver erros, sinta-se a vontade, como eu disse; Sou completamente leigo.