Does Price Matter? (Cheap vs Expensive Digital Pianos)

[@PianoteOfficial]

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[@detomaso_6235]

"So young lady, which piano do you think is the most expensive? This cute little plastic red one with no buttons, or this big black metal one that has more controls than a fighter jet?" 🧐

[@pianoman4036]

Lol, but sometimes the keyboards with less buttons can better, The sound and the touch.

[@liamonconlocha4898]

@Soulful Notes so what you are saying is do not be critical of you tubers, if you put a video up showing different pianos, expect criticism, which does not mean being negative.

[@R4p1dzMYb0w]

😂😂😂

[@markoquendo675]

There’s a lot buttons on toy keyboards.

[@7thheaventruth]

I don’t know why they’re always trying to push 1000+ dollars on the beginner that doesn’t know if they’re gonna stay with the hobby

[@alwaultra]

The moment when you realise their cheapest is your most expensive.

[@petzzz5900]

😂yes

[@freespirit7139]

Throughout the whole video, I was like Where're the cheaper ones ? 💀

[@dawsonmalferrari2843]

Im just gonna embarrass myself here but i only got a 105$ 88 keys lmaoo. It also has no brand

[@nhs.14]

@@dawsonmalferrari2843i have this dilemma. Got 61 keys unweighted (its yamaha, but still its unweighted), need to upgrade my keyboard, but i know ill be away in 2-3 years as i must study abroad to get my phd so i know i wont be able to use it for 3 years minimum even if i buy it right now

[@PianoteOfficial]

Which one is your favorite? Here are the timecodes: - #1 - Roland Go:KEYS - 0:47 - #2 - Roland FP-90 - 2:10 - #3 - Yamaha MX-61 - 3:40 - #4 - Casio XW-G1 - 5:18 - #5 - Casio Privia PXS3000 - 6:40 - #6 - Roland RD-2000 - 7:59 - The results - 9:25 - Kaitlyn's Favorite - 9:48 - Tips for choosing a keyboard - 10:02

[@FrancescoBellringer]

I think that the 4th one is my favourite of them. Also like the 5th, but the sound on the 4th for me is quite nice

[@duality4y]

my favorite isn't on the list, it's in my room XD

[@chelok77]

I'd definitely choose the Roland Rd series, but the Casio xw-g1 is a great option for a synth as regards its price.

[@biblicalhebrewmadeez1332]

I liked the Yamaha MX-61 for its size and color, not sure of the quality

[@celaena77]

It's the Privia. Can i have it? Lol

[@DrQuizzler]

It's interesting to see a beginner's take on playability when testing digital pianos. Seems like Kaitlyn's instincts were good, to look for a smooth, weighted action, and ease of control between dynamic levels (soft and loud). In a music store, she might have had a salesperson trying to talk her into buying pricier ones, by playing showy pieces, which is often a distraction from the shopper being sure what fits him or her the best. I agree with Lisa here that the best digital piano to practice on is one that's as close as possible to an acoustic piano's weight and touch, so you can play other pianos besides your own and it's not too different.

[@gnuwaves743]

I love how Kaitlyn uses fancy words like "kickback and functions" then Lisa replaces them with simple ones (springy and buttons). Idk why I find that so funny,

[@TrashPanda-2112]

I'm learning on a casio ctk-593 with crayon marks on it. I picked it up for $25 at the flea market last summer. Starting small is a good start. (Im eyeballing korg synths right now)

[@dennisnashville7114]

Smart. Now that you know how fun piano is, you can save up for a nicer keyboard. 🎹

[@lionelndalanids6171]

I've begun with a casio LK 150. I guess. Et avec le temps, it was not funny. For now , I'm using a Korg Pa 50sd. It's an old one but i'm enjoying more than I used to

[@armaan1560]

Bro one bit of advice i will definitely give you is, try to start learning on a piano or keyboard with wooden keys the feel of wooden keys is completely different to plastic, really there is no comparison. When i started first playing i had a Yamaha p115, now alot of people say that this is a good piano, but the keys are plastic and don't feel realistic at all. One thing i realised was the keys were alot lighter yet, when i switched to a CLP-675, it just felt much easier to play even though the keys are wooden and in general it has a very heavy action. Just a quick edit, to add is the transfer over to a piano with wooden keys was very very difficult at first, it's like i had to relearn technique. Obviously given the CLP-675 has an unrealistically heavy action but still.

[@Miraclin]

Me ctk-4400 😁

[@armaan1560]

@@Miraclin 🤭😂😢❤️👍

[@armaan1560]

i hope Kaitlyn becomes a great pianist one day. 😊👍

[@leighmccoy4089]

Of course she will. Of this I have no doubt. ❤ BTW I love electric pianos by Yamaha because of the weighted keys, bright sound pedals shaped and functional like an acoustic piano. Of the models shown here I like the richness of and size of the large Roland.

[@antonygonzalez1672]

Can’t people just have fun

[@danielxmiller]

@@antonygonzalez1672 can it not be fun to become a great pianist? You make it sound like a chore. Becoming great at something you enjoy should also be fun, hard work of course, but in the end rewarding.

[@calvinscott9298]

For piano practice, I use a Yamaha P105, which has weighted 88 keys, minimal sound options, but is the least expensive digital piano from the P series that connects to a computer. The P105 is 6 or7 years old. The current model is the Yamaha P125. It is not as authentic as an acoustic, but it sounds pretty good. One difference that is worth considering is the key width. Most synths and entry level keyboards have slightly narrower keys than digital pianos, which is helpful if you are learning and have small hands.

[@idk7721]

All I am wondering is that this girl is so lucky because even though she is a beginner, she has SO MANY GODDAMN DIGITAL PIANOS TO CHOOSE FROM.

[@yungifez]

And do many people to teach her

[@bluefire2308]

I feel poor

[@adrianscarlett]

Seems to me there were too many visual clues that hint at the cost.

[@paulomagtunao4584]

They could have put a mask

[@sp10sn]

It's not a game show, guys. Just asking her to guess.

[@datdang9113]

she's a beginner so I don't think she knows much about piano

[@jimmyluffnin1297]

Look at the inputs

[@bilibiliism]

Dat Dang but a piano thats like 7 times the size and solid built is obviously more expensive

[@devkaul]

'She had played a couple but not that many' And I am here who had been playing on a non - weighted 61 keys keyboard for a couple of years now.

[@kamaltrivedi2818]

Lol same 😂😂😂

[@imd5363]

Yamaha PSRF-51?

[@mynameisbenL]

Yeah I had a 61 key non weighted keyboard but now I brought a proper digital piano for £400

[@AbhayRajanOfficial]

Same Bhai, par iska ki alag hi maja H 😂👀

[@michellem4084]

Everyone in india is like that... not worth spending unless u r earning on it.

[@jaydenlopez8165]

I have a Yamaha P-125 and I think it’s perfect for beginners (like me) because it’s got 88 weighted keys at a mid-range price. It doesn’t have a lot of functions like a synthesizer but if you’re a beginner it definitely has enough

[@alializdeh7337]

i had a p115 and had the same awsome feeling.

[@pesto12601]

@@alializdeh7337 Same same... did a ton of research and setting on the P-115 as well years ago.. best bang for the buck! Now, I'm rocking on a novalogic sl49mIII in addition.. the ability to hook up to a computer and go full instrument (any instrument) is amazing!

[@schausprecherin]

Love how she likes the white Roland :D I have a digital Roland Piano and we fell in love the second we saw each other ;) Bought it the same day I saw it and named it after Leopold Mozart: Poldi

[@Eurotool]

Everytime Kaitlyn starts trying out a piano it sounds like she's about to pull "Still Dre"

[@yungifez]

True

[@subhanbasumatary9879]

😂 LoL same feeling

[@FiddlingwithmyWhistle]

Just got a Kawai ES8... love it

[@alexandrebaz4765]

I am a beginner. My first 88-key piano was Casio Privia PX-130, second piano is now Casio Privia PX-160. Huge difference in sound and tactile feelings. PX-160 vs PX-130 is like a color tv vs black and white tv.

[@yuuriohollandlop]

I like the white Roland too, I don't like keyboard with a lot of buttons and dials for extra functions 'coz it's overwhelming to me. As a beginner i like the simple one to focus on my keys learning. I appreciate your tips on keys softness, I thought the softer the better, i'm just a begginer, i watched your piano for beginners tutorials, thank you so much..i only have the Yamaha Piaggero NP-12 which i bought two years ago, I only practice a few weeks after buying it 'coz I lost my motivation practicing alone that time. Losing motivation to practice is always my struggle when self teaching myself at home. But these days my motivation is coming back to me so i'm watching a piano tutorials again and that's when I came across to your yt channel..i'm re learning the basics again

[@luckybarrel7829]

Not only weighted, the ultimate is progressive weighted. Here the keys become harder to push the more you push them. That sorta mimics the acoustic piano again where when the hammers are raised when you strike the key due to gravity they fight back and make it harder to push.

[@orevaMonkeyDluffy]

Small big Doesn't matter neither *"buttons or function does"* it's your freaking skills practise and dedication that matters.

[@rickt7826]

Not a seasoned pianist by any means myself. However, in the time I have been playing I feel like a beginner should just get a decent digital piano and learn to play first. Then, when you're feeling comfortable with the keyboard and your playing, you can start investigating all the Midi/synth/workstation stuff and figure if you even care about that. Personally I'm quite content with learning piano and the bells and whistles really don't interest me at all. Ok, that's just me speaking for me.

[@thetruthwillhurt6770]

The only sound effect you might want to hear besides the piano ones is organ

[@paxwallacejazz]

I'm a professional jazz pianist I get alot of small solo gigs some trio and quartet gigs as well but I really like having on-board speakers. I find that mixing the sound that factory acoustic engineers came up with, with auxiliary powered studio monitors provides a very full acoustic sound if the right keyboard is involved.

[@SPECTRA890]

Sorry please could you explain more on this?

[@raykrv6a]

I bought a Yamaha DGX-650 back in 2015. It's not perfect, but I'm a beginner. I like the sounds and the key feel. Plus it is a full size piano. Keyboards are OK, but I think they don't have the real feel of a piano and are for a different use. I use a MS Surface Pro 4 as it's screen is big enough to do lessons from and it's small enough to sit on the music stand, plus the battery lasts a long time. The best thing about a portable piano is they work great and can be moved easily or put away. I would love a baby grand, but don't have the room. So features, sound, key feel, portability are important to me.

[@ilovetiaom]

Practice is more important than price. Anyone wanna an expensive one, but...

[@SilverWolf941]

I believe the first piano was the best one, not just for value, but as well as the recoil of the keys as a musician who uses a midi keyboard, thats definitely something I would favor first. But not just that the pianos displayed here all sounded most similar to a Yamaha grand, but some were very limited in harmonic resonances resulting in a very sharp sound. I believe the roland brand to have more saturated harmonics giving a fuller more complete range of frequencies. In terms of grand pianos I'm more of a Steinway guy myself.

[@smoothstate]

Roland's key mechanics is really awesome along with "supernatural" sound. I'm looking for FP-30 to be a starter e-piano for my daughter. I think FP-30 is the best choice among mid-level pianos

[@alexf0101]

For a starter I think FP10 is just as good, speakers are a bit weaker but definitely work great for practice in a room

[@colinm9423]

Yeah I totally agree. I bought one a few months ago, as a beginner to start learning, and I'm really impressed by how it feels. It's so responsive to the touch. The key mechanics are incredible - you can be really expressive. And it sounds great. I bet your daughter's going to love it.

[@PeaceNinja007]

Personally don't like Roland's piano sounds. I'd rather go for a newer Yamaha or a Kawai but I would go for a Roland for their non piano sounds.

[@jlowens6646]

I’m an absolute beginner and have subscribed to your course and my books are on the way. I bought the Casio Privia PXS3000. I love it! I have played the guitar for 32 years and have always wanted to learn the piano. Y’all make it easy to learn!

[@demecarv5025]

I am total beginner. I bought in January 2020 a Celviano AP 470. Honestly, I could see there were others options with more beautiful sound but too expensive for my budget. By the way, I am so happy with my AP 470.

[@Woodyaktx]

I like the Roland RE-2000 best. It also can record MIDI into Logic Pro with both key and pedal velocities according to the actual pressures that one applies.

[@PianoteOfficial]

It's my favorite too :)

[@seantran4178]

I went to visited couple stores (in US) and tried those 6-piano that you listed on screen. I found none of those that I like it. Let's not talking about the price. I think, The Yamaha P-125 88-key is the best piano that i want to spend time to play. Because, It builds on the real wood. It makes balance and every time i hit the key, It's feel very clear sound and I totally love it.

[@richardorlando1557]

I just bought a Alesis Recital Pro. I haven’t received it yet but would like your opinion on it. It was priced a $379.00, so not too expensive but has 88 full size hammer action keys, 12 voices, 128 notes polyphony, a metronome, adjustable touch response and is able to split the keyboard into two parts of equal sounds for teaching.

[@PeaceNinja007]

Did you buy it in Costco?

[@accentontheoff]

Question. If the plan is to play only digital keyboards in the long term and NOT piano, in that case do we need to worry about things like weighted keys. Another way of asking the same question is - do things like weighted keys and pedals matter in digital keyboards. Also, cramping hands.

[@alwaysInMotion001]

I agree with Lisa's choice - the Roland RD will be the best investment because it has all the benefits of piano while offering tons of synthesizer/music production features. I think it's important to decide what kind of musician you want to be - a pianist or a keyboardist/music producer person (or both) when you're buying your first keyboard. Because as we all know, price matters.

[@sampop100]

My personal favorite 1. Roland fantom 8 2. Nord piano 4 stage piano

[@Bodom1after1midnight]

Currently just started learning on on whats probably a 15-20 year old Korg keyboard, best part is, one of the A keys in the centre doesn't work. Having taken it apart it looks like its a circuit board issue apposed to just needing contacts cleaning.

[@markhuff6849]

Where was this video last week? lol My new Williams Allegro III was just delivered yesterday. I used to play (poorly) and have owned a cheap 61 key Yamaha and an old analog Korg electric piano. I'm using the quarantine to get back into it and decided to get a new one. For anyone looking at an inexpensive digital keyboard, the Williams has 88 weighted keys (actually a very nice feel), sturdy build, very full sound, and many more features than I'll use. I wrangled them down to $318 - including tax and delivery!

[@kahunawife1]

I recently bought a Williams Legato to learn on and I love it. Not all the bells and whistles, but 88 keys, feels great and sounds beautiful!

[@luvkayakn]

I've been playing the Allegro II for 3 years, and honestly I'm quite happy with it. I had a spinet piano for over 50 years, and it just wasn't feasible to move it cross country. 😪

[@ronibinshtock]

Just bought a Yamaha clp695 and I love it! Closest digital I could find that mimics the action of my C7 in LA

[@brendenclark6210]

Any cons you've noticed on this? I've been thinking about getting a clavinova for a few years. Thanks!

[@daniel1112417]

I have always had an interest in learning the piano, I haven't played an acoustic piano yet. I use a Novation 49SL MkII Midi (controller) Keyboard 49 key with FL Studio and a plugin called Keyzone Classic. the keys have a good feel, but no matter how lightly i push them it's still one loud sound.

[@stephenbayer09]

I went from a 61 key Yamaha keyboard with cheap springy keys. I ended up finding a 88 semi weighted key digital piano by Alesis they sell for $299 Its the Recital model. Its great if you want to start with 88 keys but don't want to shell out a lot of money when starting piano. I personally find it hard to learn piano when I go to my lesson using a 88 key and go home and practice off a 61 key

[@PeaceNinja007]

I remember those days ... Strongly suggest you invest on a fully weighted 88

[@stephenbayer09]

@@PeaceNinja007 the digital piano that I have now the Alesis recital is semi weighted and 88 keys. Semi weighted is better than not weighted at all. I went with the Alesis recital 88-keys because it has a good price point for someone that doesn't want to to spend $600 plus dollars partly because I don't have that kind of money also as I'm still new to piano. I should mention a reason I went with Sami weighted is my left hand is weaker with only 2 fully controllable fingers on that hand. Being I didn't know how far I was going to take piano playing as I already play guitar and have for 12 years. I only decided to take on piano after seeing someone with the same condition I have play piano successfully with the use of 6 fingers

[@jimmyluffnin1297]

The second Roland sounds amazing

[@stephenlennartz3466]

Excellent suggestions! Longtime musician/teacher here. I went through this process two years ago when I got an electric piano for my son. I did the deep dive research and narrowed it down to a Roland and a Yamaha (coincidence!?). The ones I found were in the $400 to $600 range. While both were excellent... we went with the Roland-- on sale for Christmas. The Roland has GREAT sound, weighted keys, and built in speakers. Another huge plus are the extra twenty or so sounds-- in addition to excellent acoustic and digital pianos there are strings, organs, brass, etc. Fun! TIP: I strongly believe that if you are simply seeking a solid digital piano for home use ... you really dont need to exceed the $600 tops price range. TIP: Even though my son got this piano for home use ... he has used it to perform occasionally and it is great for that too! Though if performance is your top goal consider some of the other lighter weight options.

[@kadiea8664]

Hey, I mean to go into piano. Can you happen to find the links to the Yamaha and Roland? I have a slight bias towards Yamaha cause my grandparents had a collector's edition acoustic Yamaha that I grew up around.

[@TomChappell1998]

I play a Roland RD-300 at church that is about £1000 cheaper than the Roland RD2000 but it still has a great realistic, piano-like feel. I also have the GoKeys for that I use at home as it fits on my desk and is good to take to different places (minus the fact that you need a 3.5mm jack to full size jack adapter) if you want to put it into a DI or PA system. Great video!

[@JohnnyJTav]

I picked up a Casio CT-S300 on this March for starters I know it will take time I just keep watching your videos and a few other and trying not to be overwhelmed.

[@JamesBond-zd5jx]

I play on an acoustic upright piano. About 11 years ago, we bought it at a Music Store for about 1000 dollars. It was an old Baldwin in fantastic shape that had been completely restored by a local gentleman who buys old pianos and rebuilds/restores them. My kids used it for a couple of years and the piano teacher who had never heard the piano just suggested we have it tuned. She suggested a guy to use. He came to the house and played for almost forty five minutes before I asked him how it was going. He said he only needed to change a couple of notes and had been done for awhile. He simply was amazed at how great it sounded and was enjoying playing it. He charged us next to nothing. He came back two years later and played for an hour after doing virtually nothing as it was still in tune. No charge. Amazing. Sadly he passed away during the Covid outbreak. I check the tuning with a digital tuner now. Still in tune. If you have the room, sometimes you can find a gem.

[@brianandolina7091]

I have both a Roland digital 88 piano and a high end Yamaha digital 88 piano and love both. Also have a 88 key and a 61 key midi keyboard. Huge difference when jumping from a digital piano to a Midi. In the end huge Roland fan with my goto playing for pianos. Huge fan of this site.

[@ronaldogarrosu2999]

I started off with an M-Audio Oxygen 61 keys that I bought used for like $100. It's a MIDI keyboard so I can pretty much feed in it any sound I like. I recommend starting small much like other suggestions in comments. When you want to upgrade, go for weighted keys so you can get the full playing dynamics experience. Ideally also MIDI so you can make your keyboard sound like anything you want. Bonus if it has some drum pads so you can create your own beats.

[@JamieR]

If you want to learn to play piano, it's definitely best to start with a weighted keyboard out of the gate. Because you develop poor habits when there is no resistance. Just my 2 cents.

[@goofytube99]

I have a Roland RD-88 I chose it because it is a fully weighted keyboard, but also because it has the feel of the action of an acoustic piano. The simulate the way the interaction with the hammer and the key is. It doesn't have a lot of the fancier synth sounds nor does it have the general MIDI set of sounds. The amp is pretty weak, so to perform, you need an external amp. If I could afford it I would definitely get the RD 2000. I think the Roland has the most realistic sound sets.

[@StainleyLebron]

I have Yamaha P515 and I love it :) Their keys feel likes a Grand Piano.

[@markreilly899]

I just got the Yamaha P515 ten days ago, and I love it!

[@eyewisheyemight]

Bassist for 40+ years. Falling in love w/ keyboards now! I’m dreaming of the new Korg SV2 S 73. Have you heard these?! Soon... Notice that the instruments are favored from most expensive to least in perfect descending order. Also, you are such a wonderful teacher. You explain things in such a wonderful and easy to understand manner. You have a rare gift. Thank you!

[@PianoteOfficial]

Thanks! I haven't played many Korgs really. I'd love to do another video with MORE pianos and keyboards :)

[@vaishalinain1440]

I am having casio ctk 3500 and I had just bought that because I really don't know how to play it and never tried. But now I really wanted to know, is it good for me who is in between beginner and intermediate level. 🤔

[@andywharam4846]

The 1 digital piano the lady left out for testing for me (My favourite) is the Korg Grandstage, a beautiful piano with excellent keybed, weight, & beautiful sounds, 500 in total, comes with a free adjustable stand, available in 73 & 88 key versions, approx the same price as the Roland FP90.

[@PianoteOfficial]

We'll definitely be doing more comparisons in the future, and try to include all the suggestions from the comments! So glad you love your Korg!

[@elizabethlucas8778]

The only thing about a keyboard like the roland RD2000 there are no built in speakers, you need a separate amplifer similiar to one you would get for a guitar but one that is specifically made for keyboards, or you would have to get a pair of powered speakers and with a subwoofer and some stands for the speakers. And don't forget the cables you need to connect the keyboard to the amp or speakers. this kind of keyboard is more for performing where using an amp would be common practice.

[@patricj951]

I have used and enjoyed a Yamaha keyboard for many years. But I never learned to play piano, using a keyboard with light keys and accompanient function is not the same thing as piano. A digital piano with weighted keys is the way to go. After reading and listening to a lot of reviews I bought a Kawai ES110. I am extremely satisfied with it, as well the keys and sound provide an amazing piano feeling. And at a price that I didn't need to empty my savings account to get it.

[@TheDarkHorse949]

I do on my Yamaha montage8. I’m Absolutely blown away by the Yamaha Montage8

[@torhildbeateborg8053]

I loved the sound of the white one and the last one. Have a Yamaha PSR175 myelf and love it. Has resistance, feels and sounds like a good piano, organ. synth etc.

[@suzannehimmelspach4366]

I also picked up at cheaper keyboard yamaha PSR=520. I would like a richer sound more resistance in the keys and dont know how to work all these other buttons, its over whelming

[@THuuDo]

This was a great video! Thank you for the amazing information your channel provides for all of us!

[@Ashkankoushesh]

I recently got a yamaha dgx 660 and im so happy 😍

[@mikew9788]

Got one for my son and I must say it seems real nice!

[@PianoteOfficial]

Fantastic! I've heard great things about them :)

[@yudipitre5720]

I just brought the Yamaha PSR E363 I am not yet so impress with it. You must use your headphones to hear it better. You must press the keys hard sometimes to get the sound you want, when to playing chords . I am still getting to understand this keyboard. Any suggestions?

[@r2gnl]

Interesting, would love to know where Kaitlyn would put a Korg D1 between this list.

[@barryklinetobe4330]

If I can ever learn to play with both hands I'm going to reward myself by buying a Korg D1. Some man on KZbin was playing the Coda of Layla on a Korg and I was very impressed with the sound.

[@polvorin15764]

@@barryklinetobe4330 fp30x all the way... best key action under 1000€.

[@michaelkesterson9009]

So I have the Yamaha mx 88 for me I am new at piano. So for me I wanted a Piano/ keyboard that would be versatile and allow me to grow into. I spent about six months researching for the right piano/ keyboard. I didn't want something to cheat in a keyboard but at the same time, I didn't want to break the bank. I definitely wanted a good reliable piano/keyboard.

[@russellbrown9655]

This is my 3rd week playing the piano, a true fresh beginner. I purchased a Alyesis Recital Pro. It's has 88 full hammer keys. I'm really happy with it, and the price is hard to beat Great KZbin channel

[@tikishark1]

I'm in my 50's and would like to start learning the piano. I've started doing research and have found several MIDI keyboards (like the Arturia MKII 88 or the Komplete Kontrol S88). Both keyboards have weighted keys and offer a lot of features, but have to be hooked up to a computer (which I don't mind). I like the idea of being able to play around with different sounds and features that a Midi keyboard offers. However, since I'm just beginning, am I better off going with a digital keyboard instead? Something like a Yamaha P125? Are there digital pianos that would allow me to still connect to a computer through midi and run software like Abelton live or logic? Thank you, I just found your channel, and plan to watch more of your work.

[@R3TURNZ3R0]

Hey John, fellow newbie here. I picked up the Roland GO:Keys a few months ago, and this little thing has totally exceeded my expectations. Not only does it have the option to wire it up to a computer for use as a MIDI controller (with a micro USB cable) it can also be connected via the internal Bluetooth (also as a MIDI controller). It can run on AA batteries or the DC plug it comes with. The built in sounds are extremely good quality, and the keys have a really nice textured matte finish. It's listed at $300 most places, but you can probably find it on sale somewhere. After having it for 3 months now, I can honestly say it was worth every penny. Hope this helps, good luck!

[@tikishark1]

@@R3TURNZ3R0 Thank you for the suggestion. I will definitely check the Roland GO out.

[@PianoteOfficial]

The GO:KEYS is great, the only real disadvantage is that it's small. That's great for travel, but if you want to play some big bass notes and octaves it can be a bit limited. As for MIDI controllers - they are generally a lot cheaper and if you have all the software they're awesome! I've also heard great thing about both the Arturia and the Komplete Kontrol. Most digital pianos do have a MIDI in/out port at the back so you can get the best of both worlds. But if you KNOW you want to use MIDI, then there's the risk you'll be paying for a keyboard that you will only ever use as a MIDI controller.

[@tikishark1]

@@PianoteOfficial Thank you for your wonderful response. I have a lot to consider - so many choices to choose from.

[@tikishark1]

@@PianoteOfficial @R3TURNZ3R0 After a lot of research, I ended up purchasing a Yamaha P515. I chose against a MIDI controller after all as I've found the sounds in the P515 just as appealing, and I'm not tied to a computer. However, it's always nice to know that I can still use that option if needed. Thank you both for your advice. It helped a lot in my decision process. I can't wait to start lessons next week.

[@dan4boi]

I'm currently rocking a Yamaha PSR-E333 keyboard to learn on. Thinking of upgrading to a Roland FP10 if I get good enough to warrant the expense. Though that FP90 does look nice...

[@PianoteOfficial]

I don't think you'd regret any of the FP range. I really like the action!

[@dan4boi]

@@PianoteOfficial How much of a plus point is that individually weighted key action? For pros like yourselves I imagine mimicking a piano is quite handy. But for rookies would it be that much beneficial to the learning process? Just curious to know if it would be worth the investment early on or not :)

[@kiri4186]

Mine costs about 60 dollars and that's already a lot of money, for me at least. When I get a job, I'm going to buy a good quality keyboard and play to my hearts content. -a 16 year old watching KZbin videos to learn piano

[@no-uq7eb]

I wish you the best

[@jimmyluffnin1297]

Was going to troll u about 60$ expensive but I seen u r student, Good to see you learning a skill by your own choice

[@kiri4186]

@@jimmyluffnin1297 if you live in a developing country, anything can be quite expensive

[@benlapin2089]

What kind of keyboard do you have?

[@kiri4186]

@@benlapin2089 Global GL-326

[@kempj5273]

if you pause at 10:43 .. Beginner looks like shes about to drop the hardest mixtape you've ever heard

[@vlaseansmithen3305]

Thanks for uploading this video. I really liked to see you and Kaitlyn have a good time rating pianos.

[@BT-uw5hm]

Good video. I would have chosen the RD-2000. I'm considering purchasing either the Yamaha MODX8 or Roland FA-08 . When you pound on the Roland it quietly absorbs the sound but on the Yamaha it has more of a hard stop. I'd get the Roland but can't find any. Yamaha are around but I think over time the keys have a hard stop when you pound on them may get old. I would welcome your feedback on the two mentioned above. Thanks.

[@danielvitalis1858]

Just got a ctk 4400. Great instrument. Foi are inspiring PERFECT teacher Tks

[@stephaniejw9404]

I have a Yamaha P-125 weighted 88 key keyboard. I LOVE IT!! My question is (kind of silly)...I love grand and baby grand pianos. Do grand/baby grand pianos sound better than a expensive quality keyboard? When I say “sounds better” it’s that sound that touches the soul. The deep amazing sound of the piano (hard to express in words).

[@dennisnashville7114]

Wow... that’s a good question. A top of the line electric piano connected to supreme speakers VS a Baby Grand. My guess would be the Baby Grand. The electric piano only emulate the sound of a real piano. A real piano’s natural tones and harmonics vibrating throughout the room should ‘feel’ better to the player. That would be a good experiment. 🎹

[@alexf0101]

An acoustic in good shape will always beat a digital. An acoustic in bad shape is worse than a digital.

[@PianoteOfficial]

Ooh big question. I depends on the piano and for the grand it also really depends on the room that the piano is in!

[@frankortega4280]

I enjoy the portability and functionality of the Yamaha MX49. I also own a KORG SV1 which I love playing.

[@lorenzopeterson5847]

I’m a beginner and am considering a few different factors for picking a digital keyboard to purchase for my first. My favorite was the RD-2000 because of the sound when Kaitlyn started playing. I also like that it is 88 keys and is weighted. I would choose that one even though it is very expensive for my budget but I want to make this a serious hobby in my spare time and I’ve always tried to fully envelop myself into any craft I pursue. Especially when I’m making changes in my life and need something to keep me sharp. Also, Awesome video. Really helped me feel confident in knowing what I’m looking for today.

[@Sipra_musika_ph]

I love the Casio Privia PXS3000. I WISH I HAD ONE.

[@andrewbailey6382]

My favourite keyboard is the Roland RD2000, and I own one. Previous to this I had a Roland RD700SX, which I still own. I am now looking at purchasing a Roland Fantom 8, as I want to use it for song writing. I am a big fan of Roland pianos.

[@SamStormsKBD]

I'm considering buying a Roland Juno DS 88 for its keys, for it being a synth and a controller. If I don't find a better keyboard, I'm gonna get it

[@musikone1780]

I have an RD800 and an RD2000. I want the FANTOM 8. Though I am not if I keep the RD2000, how much the FANTOM 8 would overlap the sounds on the RD2000.

[@billgrabbe9992]

Kaitlyn did a great job with scores. I can't question them at all. I really liked the selection of keyboards - great variety and several that I know well. The one tricky thing is the visual cues - the MX61 looks and feels cheaper than it sounds (I own one). The Privia has a great feel, and does not require an amplifier, but sounds a little boxy (even when amplified), so I think it makes a excellent beginner or practice instrument, but not one that I'd want to perform with. The coolest part of the demonstration is how tuned-in Kaitlyn was to the important differences. One thing that struck me but didn't get much attention is the decay time of the notes. Real pianos have a very long, smooth decay.

[@unquienz]

Good video thanks 😊. What do you think of the Korg brand please?

[@K9MO]

In the pure bang for the buck department Casio cannot be beat. I got used to my PX-350 and later had opportunity to play a 4000$+ Yamaha Clavinova baby grand and it felt and sounded horrible! To really appreciate the sound quality of Casios (or any keyboard with speakers built in for that matter, they just cant be made large enough) you need a good external audio amp and speakers. My latest setup is a Rockville RPM1470 powered mixer driving passive 3 way speakers. Its quite loud and you can plug in a mike (i use the Shure SM58 natch) for to hear yourself sing along.

[@jenm2407]

I just stumbled upon Pianote today and love, not only your videos but your energy. I played off and on growing up and for my Christmas gift this year, my amazing fiance purchased a keyboard for me. Knowing I've wanted to get back into playing for quite some time, he nailed it in the gift dept. 😉 Since I'm technically a beginner again after 30+ years, he picked up an 88 key (my #1 requirement) Williams Legato III for me. I have a question for you though. I find that it can be hit or miss when playing a key to have the sound play. Now, I've never used a keyboard before, strictly accoustic pianos so I'm not familiar with if this is normal or not. If it's a matter of building up the right finger pressing pressure, finger placement...etc. or is it the keyboard itself? Thank you for all you do. Excited to grow and build my skills with Pianote. Stay healthy and safe in 2021!

[@johnhorazy12notes]

Different keyboards from a person who plays piano will usually go go the weighted keys. When you get older arthritis can be an a consideration. My lol comment is a muscle builder in the fingers. Keyboard sounds with price usually are in line with the word “polyphony”. Lower priced lower polyphony. 28 or 48 polyphony is the numbers found in lower priced keyboards. 128 is for mid to advanced musicians. 256 is about the highest polyphony available. What polyphony is to the human ear is the sound quality of the imitation instruments. Piano,guitar, brass, woodwind etc... My experience is piano players gravitate to the Roland brand. The lowest imitation instruments are found on the Casio brand. Lower priced with lower sound quality. The upper songwriter keyboards are in either Workstation keyboards or Arranger keyboards. These get in music production, recording, soundtracks for recording studios to television and movie productions. There are weighted keys, after touch keys. Arranger keyboards are like a one person band and being a music conductor with changing the volume of various instruments as well selecting the instruments that include choir voices etc. the brands on these keyboards are Korg and Yamaha. What happens is the musician then has to become a sound engineer, a music conductor, arrange the music styles. It makes for creativity compared to only playing a piano. I would compare it to traveling starting of crawling, then walking, being in a stroller than roller skates, moved up to a one speed bike, then a 3 speed bike, bikes a various increased speed gears, then a car of various sizes from compact to limo etc finally you get in Mack trucks or Hugh earth movers. That’s keyboards. The choices are not right or wrong or what is best. The choice is what does the person want to do with music. Dream big get then get a keyboard beyond what you think you will ever do. The biggest issue with keyboards is they have upgrade cycles usually every 2 or 3 years, they will discontinue lines of their productions and make new ones. All the brand do this. Where a 100 year old piano is still a piano then as it is today. Yep it has to be tuned once in a while. A piano or any natural organic instrument remains constant as compared to imitation sounds.

[@norakat]

Here is what I suggest: Get a really nice controller - Like a Studiologic SL88 and then control a nice piano plugin like - Garrison CFX Concert Grand virtual piano. Thats probably one of the ultimate setups you can have. But then You'll need a computer and Audio interface. You can get a cheap Focusrite.

[@jencrowder5996]

I just purchased a Roland F140 to start my journey and I love it. A friend who is classically trained recommended the same things Lisa did before I purchased, specifically get 88 keys if you can, and look for weighted keys. I’m super happy with my choice and it’s a joy to play. Thanks Lisa and crew for your KZbin tutorials!

[@maxwolfe7194]

I got a Korg Kross 2. Its great

[@Sky-on2cy]

I just got Go Keys yesterday, pleased to see it in this review!

[@theST1NG]

I just got one for Christmas. Great little keyboard for its price!

[@Sky-on2cy]

@@theST1NG right?? I have a few choices, but I love those keys. Layers is my go-to piano sound

[@Codemarla]

I really need to upgrade my Korg N1. Its ok to play but the sounds are pretty awful

[@aria.vega5]

I have a m1. And was looking to upgrade to a n1

[@ninamoler1880]

Loved that big Roland at the end. I have a clavinova (Yamaha) that I have recently fallen back in love with partially due to your wonderful videos! I just started exploring your videos and hope to find your take on my beautiful piano.

[@SnaikHead]

i have a YAMAHA P-125, is it worth upgrading to something a lot more expensive, or should i invest in better speakers to pair it with?

[@patriciahutson]

Bought none of these. Sonata LP 8033 here in NZ. Lovely weight and nice sound without all the frills. Immensely suitable for any beginner and savings galore

[@donwood7700]

I have a Roland RD-200 and a Roland D-50. I really like the touch on the 200 and the d50 rocks! Great video! Way to go!

[@lolskix]

I'm looking for a digital piano under 3500$ and wondering if Yamaha clavinova clp685 would be the best choice on the market. What would you say?

[@avjake]

She did extremely well! I'm a fan of my Kawai - the keys feel pretty close to the Yamaha grands that I've had a chance to toy with. But I would love to give either of those high end Rolands a chance.

[@musikone1780]

KAWAI MP 11's have the best keybeds.

[@maddogmcrae]

I would love to have that Roland RD-2000. I currently own a Roland JUNO-Di, another great Roland product. I love Roland and Hammond keyboards.

[@SamStormsKBD]

I got a Juno Di, too. I'm gonna get an 88 keys and still thinking if I should keep the Di or sell and get another 61 keys. I love Di but its black keys are terrible

[@JackC11111]

I want an RD-2000 too. Right now I have a Roland RP-102.

[@Usa_chuwa_lema]

I wish my teacher were like that..cuz for me I've always receive a shout for every lesson and once told me that I should give up on being a pianist.

[@shana_sakai]

The one who said you should give up is a douchebag. I hope those words doesn't affect you.

[@couchphotography8861]

Dump that teacher!!! A real. caring teacher would never say that kind of stuff. You're better off learning from U tube is what I think

[@robmlisanti]

I own the MX-49 for just laying around with I love my MODX-6 Yamaha though!

[@Jeringeorgemusic]

Thanks for this topic 🎹😍

[@carmenreean]

I just received as a gift Yamaha EZ-220. Thoughts, as I am a beginner? Is it a good one?

[@playfullerhome5844]

We're using Casio CDP 135 and we love it. 88 keys, touch-responsive and weighted keys, but not that expensive.

[@shivangisareen3090]

Can you please share your opinion on the Donner DDP80! I'm a beginner looking for an electric piano and I'm torn!

[@itsglby]

why didnt you tried the Clavinova CVP 809 its nice

[@jamesjones7412]

what is your opinion of a Roland FA-08. I am wanting to change my keyboard

[@glodieluemba5808]

Hi My favorite was Yamaha MX-61