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As a seasoned professional in the music industry for almost two decades, I have seen various digital piano designs come and go, with some being more successful than others. From my experience, I have noticed that some product features that may seem appealing at first may not sustain people’s interest, while others that seem less important initially can be crucial in keeping them engaged in their learning journey.
In this blog post, I’m sharing my top tips on how to avoid the most common mistakes when buying a digital piano, especially for beginners.
If there’s one feature that I’d recommend everyone invest in when learning to play, it’s velocity-sensitive keys, also known as touch-sensitive keys.
These keys allow you to produce different sounds by playing hard or soft, which is essential in learning how to express yourself when playing. It’s not about playing with tears streaming down your face; it’s about developing sensitivity to playing loud or quietly, which is a fundamental aspect of playing any instrument.
Not having this feature is like being asked to paint with a single color, which can limit your creativity and expression.
Another important feature to consider when buying a digital piano is whether it has weighted keys. These keys have physical weighting, making them feel heavy to the touch, just like traditional pianos.
Weighted keys are crucial in developing muscle memory in your fingers, which can speed up your playing development and make it easier to transition to a traditional piano if needed for exams.
Don’t be afraid of technology! Many modern digital pianos and keyboards have companion apps that show music, automatic accompaniments to enhance your performances, and even large touchscreen interfaces.
These features are hardly traditional, of course, but they can aid your learning process and sustain your interest in playing, especially for children.
If you’re buying a digital piano for a child, features such as built-in lessons, games, and recording capabilities can make learning more fun and engaging.
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Watch Chris demonstrating the Yamaha P-S500 Smart Piano - A piano that uses technology to help you learn!
Lastly, it’s important to choose a digital piano with an attractive design that you can take pride in owning. Your new piano should be something that you look at in your home and desire to play.
After all, you can develop an emotional attachment to your piano since it’s an instrument of physical and emotional expression. Aesthetics matter, so choose a piano that appeals to you visually.
25mWatch Chris compare two popular Yamaha keyboards that offer very different features.
In conclusion, as you embark on your journey to buy a digital piano for learning purposes, remember to consider the above tips and, hopefully, you can confidently choose the best digital piano for your learning needs and make progress in your musical journey.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at ePianos. You can contact us by phone at 01295 266788, email us at sales@epianos.co.uk, or live chat with us on our website.
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