Yamaha P120 Digital Piano - All of the sounds demonstrated!

The Yamaha P120 stage piano is one of Yamaha's most popular digital pianos ever. It was released in 2002 but it is still a great keyboard to consider if you find one on the used market at a good price! In this video I will demonstrate all of the sounds.

[@mund1photo]

Bought my wife one in 2002, she still has it and LOVES it! Great Demo!!!

[@Sedyon]

Wow, I didn't know that this popular piano sound was more than 20 years!!!

[@neilloughran4437]

P120 is a classic. I had no problem doing gigs with them and they have stood the test of time. I think they have a certain vibe which works well even compared to modern digitals.

[@Dailabsynth1]

Oh my! What a TRUE wonderful instrument! Thank You, Woody! That`s great demonstration and very pleasant playing.

[@randyyates9837]

Very nice playing, Woody! I've owned this keyboard for almost 20 years and am very happy with it. I think it still stands up against current technology.

[@luffydsaluki5580]

Im very lucky to have this. I just bought it yesterday and it's well preserved instrument. The sound was so amazing even the touch which has variety like soft medium and hard. I got it for only $200..

[@dhanipianist]

So this kind of a gem?

[@ldlink3935]

Wow, that would have been a great price 5 years ago. For a few dollars more you could have bought a brand new with loads of new technology and added features--Yamaha PSR-EW310 76-key. Unless of course you just need those 12 extra keys and weighted keys. Technology has gone leaps and bounds every year, including in keyboards.

[@erikdekeijzer2848]

@@ldlink3935 Later digital pianos often have the GHS keybed which is inferior to the GH keybed in the P-120 model. GH is much quieter and has more resistance and more control while playing, just like the feel with an acoustic piano. Every year ahead in technology does not mean (by far not!) that you get a better quality digital piano.

[@Justin_collier]

I love the sound of that piano!!!

[@rodtompkins]

Woody! Great demo of a great instrument. Yamaha really got it right with this one. I bought a P-120 back in 2002 and still have it. Fell in love the first time I played it in the store and had to have it. Picked up second one years later in mint condition. I have used them both on countless gigs in the last 17 years. Making room for a PX-S3000, so I'm selling my first P-120 to a friend tonight. Never parting with the other one! I was feeling nostalgic and came across your awesome video. Long live the P120!

[@rodtompkins]

Oh, yeah. Really NICE playing!!!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

well said Ron! The P120 is hard to beat, comes from an era where Yamaha were making some really top-class pianos. miss mine.

[@rodtompkins]

@@WoodyPianoShack Thanks, Woony!

[@74iwanwijnen]

@@WoodyPianoShack great! Is it possible to get it to 432hz? Thank you very much 🌟

[@ChristianVestergaardWennerlin]

Thanks for a great walkthrough!

[@121jazzy]

I bought my P120 in 2006 and I still love it. I have a Kronos but still often use P120 to record acoustic piano in the studio. Most of the time people can't tell that it's not a real piano sound.

[@camfg8908]

So is this piano still better than most of the new stuff nowadays? It sounds awesome for it's age. What about touch mechanism?

[@joq702]

You are one fantastic piano artist. I loved the sampling songs. It was so fun to listen to, and highlIghted this keyboard's sounds so well. Thanks! I am hoping to win an auction in the next few days for a P120.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

Fingers crossed for you, nice piano, much higher build quality than the modern equiv

[@marcelosp2976]

Keybed: CP 33 40 50 uses GH (Graded Hammer), P-120 uses GHE (Graded Hammer Effect) both are great with silent keys, P-125 DGX MOX MOXF and many others are using GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) very noise!

[@juergenbernhard5442]

wow. you play so well. I wish you did more on that. great work and more tracks :-) And is the choir sampled? this is the best choir preset I've ever heard.

[@VGKdnb]

Woody, thanks for yours videos!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

thanks for stopping by, cheers!

[@magribruno]

Thanks you for this demonstration. It's great !

[@jingxchen1905]

Thank you for your sharing.

[@chibuezengozi]

This here is one of my favorite keyboards of all time! And you definitely did justice to its capability..... How were you able to cut off the background noise (must be a great camera?)

[@WoodyPianoShack]

hi, what background noise do you mean?

[@chibuezengozi]

Hi, I meant that there was no background sound at all - such as pedalling, the impact of the hand on the keys etc

[@WoodyPianoShack]

when I edit the audio tracks then i use the mixer to turn down the volume of my microphone when i'm playing! that's the only way to get a clean sound of the instrument. although i usually do leave a little bit of the key clunking, room noise etc to give some atmosphere and authenticity. I think it sounds unnatural with zero background noise. cheers!

[@chibuezengozi]

Thank you so much

[@adrianjurjevic3564]

Ohh yea :D I really love this piano, got it from some friends of my parents :3 The sound of the piano samples get me everytime :D Still, in my opinion the key action is incredible hard, so playing arpeggios is kinda hard compared to some of the newest models.. Anyways, great presentation :D

[@WoodyPianoShack]

congrats on your piano! i found the action to be perfect for me, but I guess it's what you're used to. The Roland FA08 that I've been using recently is much heavier. The P120 still sounds great and will serve you very well. I'm a big fan of the older P80 as well.

[@adrianjurjevic3564]

Woody Piano Shack Hahah :DD You're absolutely right ^^ Well, I started with a P-105 and the keys of this one are so light compared to the P-120 :O Ohhh :D I know the P-80, I think Jonny May was using it some time ago :D He's one of the best jazz and swing pianists on KZbin that I know ^^ It really sounds beautiful as well :D

[@joshbustillo2927]

I'm dying to have one of this keyboard

[@D3v0n1x]

This or Kawai ES110. which would you prefer?

[@joshbustillo2927]

@@D3v0n1x It will depend on where you will use it. For me i'll go with this P120 hehe

[@yoloswag6242]

@@D3v0n1x the sound and feel on Yamaha p120 is better than kawai es110. But features on the newer es110 make it a better overall piano, and keys do not jam. you can get support from kawai. Yamaha no longer support p120

[@Chris_Sheridan]

.. so there's the theme to Barry Norman's Film '87 (BBC programme) originally a jazz piece by Billy Tailor (live version) 'I Wish I Knew How it Would Feel to be Free', also Tipitina by Professor Longhair, Maple Leaf Rag - Scott Joplin, Labi Siffre - Something Inside So Strong, Golden Brown (Stranglers), (Dave Allen at Large? - jazz organ), Bitter Sweet Symphony (The Verve) - yep, I recognize these and can play a few.

[@demofactory]

If you ever need a break from doing reviews, you could some tutorials. You play very well!!!!! Take care Woody!!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

stay tuned, that's a good idea! :) thx

[@josh_blixt]

Love the Peter Gabriel!!!

[@RaidoStudio1]

Привет! Очень хорошее видео! Смотрела с удовольствием до конца!

[@blatancyproductions8246]

What interphase you have used? To me, the sound is much cleaner than I recorded using the Focusrite.

[@LandOnBolts]

Hi there! I was wondering if you could do a video of the demo songs? I was planning on transcribing both of the "Grand Piano" pieces... This would be very helpful

[@WoodyPianoShack]

sorry no longer have this piano

[@stone5741]

I have a question When you play the demo version of E.piano1 what is the name? Not when you play(sorry, it was great) but when you play the demo?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

sorry, not sure what you mean

[@OfficialRaddeck]

Hi, is it possible to plug this piano directly to a PC to record in a DAW?

[@tangofizz77]

Via MIDI, absolutely.

[@jayonthedrums]

Do you know if it functions with MIDI through a MAC and Logic Pro X?

[@stjohnson450]

Yes, it should tho I have yet to try it. It has standard midi connections.

[@sofiemoerman7333]

I'm looking for a piano to take with me to college and I'm able to buy either this one or the Yamaha DGX-640 for €500 but I still haven't made up my mind. I don't think I'll be able to play on both before buying one but which one would you prefer? I really need a second opinion lol

[@WoodyPianoShack]

the DGX has a lot more features, is more modern and just looks like more fun! it will connect easier to your PC too, if that's interesting to you. would love to try one myself, good luck with your choice.

[@radanv2535]

and dgx will be more portable. on the other hand, it's just a good entry keyboard. while 120 is a classic, more suited for seroius *piano* practice.

[@DaugBiscuit]

I have found a used one like this but I was wondering, what would be a reasonable price for this piano used and in excellent shape? Would you happen to know what they sold for new in the later years of production? Thanks, your's really sounds great.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

thanks biscuit, i remember them costing $1500, maybe they were sold cheaper as they were phased out. I couldn't get more than $500 for mine when I sold it. someone got a lot of piano for the money.

[@ronhall4199]

I just bought on at the auction for $50 dollars. In excellent shape.

[@ronhall4199]

There was no scratches or dings in it, looked like brand new. A heavy duty bench seat was with it too.

[@MusixPro4u]

@@ronhall4199 You lucky man. Where would you propose I could get one?

[@ronhall4199]

@@MusixPro4u I don't know. One of the dealers brought it to the auction, and I bought it for my son. He's a music major. I find a lot of good deals at the auction.

[@Gymrat16789]

hey I know you probably won't reply back but it would be super nice if you do I was wondering should I buy the yamaha p115 or this I really just need a second opinion. again it would be awesome and super nice if u actually reply

[@WoodyPianoShack]

i always try to reply, if you can find a used P120 then got for it, but check first that all keys work. or just buy whichever you get the best deal on, both are fabulous instruments.

[@Gymrat16789]

OMG thank u so much for answering back most people on youtube don't answer back so I thought u wouldnt thanks for your opinion btw ill probably go for the p120 cause I found a used one for 400 only and its in great condition, says every thing is working and it might just have a few scratches on the back

[@tasostsartsaflis5834]

Hey Woody, I need some help, I found a second hand p120 in a music store, I tried it out and everything seems to be fine, but I don't know if it is worth it, since it is an old model I'm afraid it's going to get bad soon. What would you suggest?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

still a great piano, depends on the price!

[@tasostsartsaflis5834]

Woody Piano Shack it's 500 euros, what do you think,? Is it worth it?

[@121jazzy]

Yes it is

[@Denvermorgan2000]

The only bad thing about these is the power cord coming out of the side I just repaired one of them people trip over the wall warts and break the jack.

[@74iwanwijnen]

Hi Woody, is it possible to get it to 432hz? Thank you very much 😇

[@WoodyPianoShack]

yes, check manual.

[@tomeksales9763]

Sorry for off-top. What is your watch? Casio? Which model? Thanks

[@WoodyPianoShack]

it's a casio, don't know the model, radio controlled with retro design

[@VfBTitan]

Hi! What kind of piano stand do you use for your p125? Greetings :)

[@WoodyPianoShack]

probably was a roland ks

[@faruksmajlovic4154]

How would you compare the P 120 to the new P 45 model ? Thanks

[@WoodyPianoShack]

p45 probably better sound as much more modern, but p120 is a really solid well constructed instrument compared to more recent models!

[@openwahingmachine8422]

@@WoodyPianoShackthe 120 is better in sounds

[@PratagyOficial]

3:05 Peter Gabriel & Kate Bush - Don't Give Up

[@andrewmattera483]

Do you know the song at 3:50 ? It’s so familiar but I can’t remember and it’s driving me crazy.

[@goodtunes2]

@@andrewmattera483 Reminds me of "Babe" by Styx

[@musicaldracula2017]

I wish you would have played their variations as well... Thanks anyway :)

[@edgarvangogh4879]

Does anyone know the name of the song he played with the split vibraphone at 5:57?

[@brettbreet]

So What - Miles Davis

[@ajcox5402]

What was the first song? Cheers

[@WoodyPianoShack]

i wish i knew how it would feel to be free, billy taylor-ish version

[@kalnemi4674]

Your man Josh turner

[@ensidetux6690]

Hello! What is the song @7:35? Thanks!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

aha, you mean the most recognisable soundtrack of the 90s? ;) that would be "bitter sweet symphony" then. cheers!

[@ensidetux6690]

thanks!

[@jordanterrell7163]

Bittersweet Symphony - The Verve

[@NiahDuo]

does anyone know if the P120 has a USB port or MIDI cable hook-up?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

no, p120 is too old for usb midi

[@tlazohtlalia]

It has an 8pin mini din serial port for connecting it to RS-232 on a pc or to an older mac with one of their serial ports but you may just use a midi to USB interface instead for modern pc/macs

[@senormooples2354]

Yamaha p45 or p120?

[@MrRAC420]

Which is the second best after Yamaha P120.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

hard to say, the p120 is rather old and only available used. i don't think the p120 was/is first best, it's a matter of opinion. casio privias are good value for money i have heard.

[@MrRAC420]

Thanks! .Iam looking for something with tight budget but same as Yamaha P10 or better in quality in India.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

ok, good luck with your quest, let me know what you go for!

[@basebenthem1080]

Woody Piano Shack Is this piano the same as the p125?, I’ve heard them both and for some reason this piano sounds better.

[@luigicirillo9653]

Please someone help me to find the title of the first song

[@fumusfumus]

I wish I knew how it would feel to be free. By Billy Taylor and Dick Dallas. Sung by Nina Simone most famously. It was a civil rights movement anthem. An absolute classic.

[@JJB401]

Does anyone maybe know the new price of this piano?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

you can only buy them used, for about $400 is my guess.

[@JayTheLane]

Formative Woody.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

thank you, that vid is an oldie and goldie!

[@robertovisca5076]

I've exactly the same instrument, but not the same sound... maybe the player matter something?

[@samkjolhaug1993]

variation of GRAND PIANO 2-honky tonk

[@tlazohtlalia]

good for ragtime