How To Maintain A Digital Piano | Let's Talk

[@thomaspaul311]

Some electronics tips from a retired electronics technician, me. Get a high quality surge suppressor power strip to plug your keyboard power supply into. If your keyboard is powered by USB, make sure your desktop or laptop is similarly protected. Avoid exposing your keyboard to strong magnetic fields like those generated by a vacuum cleaner. I'm not saying you can't vacuum your keyboard. Just don't park the vacuum motor right next to the keyboard. I agree with using a damp, well-wrung cloth to wipe the keys followed quickly by a dry cloth. I recommend a microfiber cloth. Keep it handy and wipe your keys before you play every time. Use a dusting spray specifically designed for electronics for the rest of the keyboard. In general, remember that your keyboard probably cost a lot more than your wireless. Treat it with the respect you treat your phone. Unless you're one of those people who go through a few phones every year. If that's you, make sure you budged for a new keyboard annually and regular maintenance and repair.

[@youngspanion]

Thanks for the advice. I was absolutely putting my new FP-10 under my bedroom window. I was really concerned more about the heating (hot air) duct underneath it but I didn't know if it mattered but regardless now. I understand the Idea of keeping it away from under the window for moisture and sunlight that can damage the instrument. Thanks.

[@bradleyh7582]

Great video, never thought of researching this question but I will totally be referring back to this.

[@thomasbrown7980]

Do hybrid pianos with a real action, like a Yamaha AvantGrand or a Kawai Novus need maintenance on the action itself.

[@RalphBrooker-gn9iv]

I’m not sure if you can help. I have a Roland EP880. Fantastic instrument with a beautiful hammer action. I bought it in UK 2005. I’ve lived in rural France since 2008. I have no near-to-hand service possibilities. One of the speaker grills (R) now vibrates a lot. Not always. But I’m often playing with my left hand whilst pressing the grill with my right to prevent really audible, distracting vibration. Just wondering if there’s a solution? Thanks guys.

[@rgsparber1]

I bought a table runner for $5 at Goodwill. It covers my keys when I’m not playing.

[@portmead21]

I bought a Roland LX 705 new. It has a warranty for 10years. How many year should I expect to get out of it. I play 1 to 2 hours each day

[@TranceCore3]

what about synthesizers that are trying to be pianos with their keys?

[@nutopiansg7613]

WHAT ABOUT THE LUBRICATION ON THE ACTION GETTIN GUMMY AND SLOW.ESPECIALLY ON THE LOWER KEYS? SLOW OR NO RETURN.

[@aliceng221]

Do you have any review on Yamaha CLP 765 GP?

[@DeanHorak]

My DGX-650 is about 6 years old now. It is played heavily (a couple of hours a day on average), and it's action has become very noisy. This is not that noticeable with the noise-cancelling headphones on, but when I play without headphones it's very annoying. I'm debating whether it's worth ordering a replacement set of keys and renewing the felt that has become compacted, or just bite the bullet and replace the unit. Other than the noise, it plays as nice as it ever did. Has anyone had any experience replacing/repairing the keys on these instruments?

[@andreamerritt3321]

I would recommend buying the new DGX 670 - it is a HUGE upgrade from the 650.

[@DeanHorak]

@@andreamerritt3321 , Yes, but for the price difference I would probably go with the P-515. I’m reaching a point where I think I need the better action. The 670 has the same action as the 650 and is a bit dated.

[@Jonas-kr3on]

I don't know if you still need an answer but my experience has shown that as far as keys go, if it's anything else but the rubber that needs to be replaced you can dumb the whole thing if it's past 6 years old... Most digital pianos that are played that often per day last up to 6-8 years, so in your case I would rather spend money on a new device rather than a lot of it into maintenance just for having to replace it one year down the road either way ^^

[@DeanHorak]

@@Jonas-kr3on , Yea, I think you’re right. The problem is I want an acoustic grand, but I need a digital (to avoid divorce) - and I can’t afford a Disklavier- so what to do? I’m thinking maybe get a decent used acoustic grand, but replace the DGX with a Yamaha P515 or equivalent digital for daily practice.

[@Jonas-kr3on]

@@DeanHorak the dg 30 from Kawai is actually a fantastic option when you need a digital piano but wanna have the feeling and sound of a grand piano! I bought mine recently and let me tell you: its the greatest thing ever!

[@tGoldenPhoenix]

Thank you.

[@Iknowonlywhatimtaught]

Serious musician don't eat when they play an instrument. Buy a quality stand, so important. I sewed a cover for my piano. Get a shower curtain and cut it to size and maybe elastic on the edge. Real simple to make. Get a cloth like microfiber towels. Microfiber towels are great for dusting.

[@roadracer517]

I strapped mine to the hood of the car and took it thru the car wash. It was clean and worked like new. Must of been all the grease from my hands.

[@gclaytony]

Not so much a maintenance question but one of ergonomics. I'm on the tall side (6'3" or so); just got a YDP-144 primarily for the gkids to practice on and my wife. However, I noticed when I sat down at the piano, that it is too short for me to get my knees under the keyboard. Is that height below the keyboard (approx 25") fairly standard or are there others with more clearance?

[@hanschang7358]

Wow, envy your height. Standard is 73cm, but varies from 64-75. This is for real acoustic piano. In your case, you might need sit little bit far away keyboard. Usually tall people has longer arm, so you still can reach keyboard

[@nedludd3641]

How long would a good quality Kawai/Yamaha/Roland/Korg keyboard last if you practiced a couple of hours a day five days a week?

[@apianogallery]

A good quality digital like you mentioned will last a very long time, often decades. The catalyst for upgrading an older digital piano is more often advances in technology over time, rather than the instrument not functioning properly.

[@nedludd3641]

@@apianogallery - Gosh, decades. Wow, I'm surprised. I thought the keys/contacts would perish after 5-7 years. Many thanks for that. I love these vids Alamo MC do :)

[@anonymike8280]

Man, these guys can talk with their hands. Who needs sound?

[@loveofgod9462]

For how much time can last a clp745 new?

[@Jonas-kr3on]

High quality digital pianos can last up to 15 years depending maintenance and playtime per day :)

[@loveofgod9462]

@@Jonas-kr3on Sounds nice to me, do you have any experience with the clp745? I want to know if the action, pianos sounds is good.

[@clivebudden2112]

Really? Nearly 18 minutes for this!

[@clivebudden2112]

Wipe down with a 'DAMP CLOTH'! WTAF?

[@suryahitam3588]

Have to agree with you, unfortunately. The guys at Alamo Music do seem to like the sound of their own voices, not just in this video, it seems to be a common thread through their output. There is lot of talking but they take ages to get to the point. Maybe some people like it.