r/DigitalPiano

Hello, background of 35 years casual play with classical lessons in early years (before digital pianos existed), I'd like to see what else is out there. Coming from a casio px-870 as a budget-friendly option purchased a few years ago and happy with the cost/performance but wanting better action for more demanding classical music. I'm not rich or professional, just looking for a significantly better, more realistic and faster action (definitely not lighter) for good exercise. Privia is "adequate" but definitely has its limitations.

Sound quality doesn't matter since I use pianoteq and any piano that properly grades, plus with 3 pedals below allowing partial pedal sensitivity, is enough for the audio side. I would play an open frame with no speakers at all if the action is great and it has a usb midi output for pianoteq.

Have had difficulty finding much clarity, and piano stores locally are limited and more brand-loyal, so hard to compare.

Max $3k, prefer under $2k. I'm not able to afford a kawai N $10-15k piano.

I have observed that the Casio S5000/higher models have newer action, but have found no comparisons with the Privia for reference; and Kawai CA401 is also noted for grand-like action, but also no direct comparisons and it's on the top end of my budget range.

Thank you!

I've really wanna learn piano and I'm finally ready to start. I'm total beginner on piano itself, but I've played other keyboard/string instruments since I was about 5, so I'm comfortable with keys and basic coordination. I just don't know where to begin with piano specifically.

I'm also hoping to buy something decent to learn on. Ideally it'd be affordable but still feel like a real acoustic piano, with weighted keys, good key action, and nice sound, and something I won't outgrow.

Could y'all help with a few things:

1. Which digital pianos are actually worth the money for a beginner?

2. Which ones feel close to a real acoustic/grand without costing a fortune?

3. Where do you recommend buying new, online or in stores?

4. Where's a good place to find used pianos / websites that resale pianos ?

5)Is second-hand a smart move for a beginner, and what should I check before buying?

Basically, I want a first piano I can happily stick with for years without breaking the bank.

I'd also love tips on how to start learning, especially since I already have some experience with other keyboard instruments !!!! Do give your suggestions!!! (Also I'm 19, so I'm kinda worried if i can master the piano and be really good at it, i heard people usually start really young before mastering it, and to be able to play in high speeds :((((?¿)

(Also, tbh, this urge to play piano came on pretty suddenly. I only recently fell in love with classical music, and now I can't stop thinking about playing it myself. Part of me worries it might just be a phase, and I'd like to feel sure before I commit and spend money. Has anyone else started on a sudden whim? How did you know it was the real thing? I'd love to hear your stories, especially from people who are still playing years later.)

I used to play piano when I was younger and I’m looking to get back into it as a hobby so hoping for some advice on the best model to get.

Key requirements:
- feels as close to an acoustic piano when playing as possible - weighted keys etc
- comes with, or can buy separately, a stand and 3 pedal setup so it looks like an upright acoustic. I don’t want an x-frame stand
- headphone compatible so I can play when kids are asleep
- max £850 all in
- likely between Roland or Yamaha

My dad has a Roland FP30X which I like playing but I procrastinated on buying one for too long and now it’s discontinued.

Any recommendations greatly appreciated.

Could anyone recommend a keyboard/piano that my daughter can record on? She currently is doing really well and wants to record simple melody etc but one she has only record 1 thing and that's it. Ideally looking for one that she can record multiple on. Also ideal if can record one and play it back while playing along with it I.e if she could record the chords then play it back while playing the melody.

Many thanks

I'm an industrial designer by trade, but an amateur musician on the side, and I've been tinkering around with building a small portable digital keyboard just for personal use, tinkering, and to learn a thing or two about the engineering behind it. I've always got a notebook with me to jot down notes/drawings/ideas, so I'm kind of trying to make my own version of that but for music.

What would be all your essentials for something like this? Mostly just curious how my ideals and chosen functions compare to everyone else's.

I know things like HiChord, Orchid, and other pocket synths already exist and I've looked at those, just having some fun exploring and making one for myself! Thanks!

I have no idea with what keywords i should search.

I used to play as a teen and I stopped because I had to change something on my keyboard at the time and it made the keys very very stiff and unpleasant to play. I want to pick up the hobby again, and with my current budget I have the choice of getting a new p45 or (for a little more) get a used P115 with a stand, standard pedal, and headphones.

What do you recommend? And if I go with the used one what should I look out for? The seller says that it was barely used.