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Choosing the right digital piano can be overwhelming, especially for those who are new to the world of music.
With so many options available, from confusing product codes to outlandish claims, it can be difficult to know which one is the right fit for you or your child’s learning needs.
That’s why it’s important to do your research and choose from reputable manufacturers like Yamaha or Korg, who have been industry leaders for a long time and have maintained a high reputation.
But before diving into the world of digital pianos, it’s essential to know what you’re getting into. Here are some key things you should keep in mind before making a purchase:
Just like a new car, you may not realise how the features and functions of a digital piano can help you learn to play.
Many digital pianos have devices that allow you to adjust the volume or even practice in silence using headphones. Plus, you can easily share your playing performances with friends and family online, thanks to the ease of transferring recordings via USB sticks or wirelessly.
Unlike traditional acoustic pianos that are heavy and difficult to move, digital pianos are much lighter and can be easily located in hard-to-reach rooms or even upstairs.
Many models can be disassembled, making it easy to transport them to different locations.
14m
Watch Chris answer some of the frequently asked questions on digital pianos
Digital pianos are built to withstand wear and tear, and with proper care, they can last for many years. So, when you invest in a digital piano, you can expect to have it for as long as you play.
Modern digital pianos are highly developed to give the player a truly authentic playing touch and response.
High-end models have a weighted key mechanism and better-quality speakers and amplifiers that provide an excellent playing experience. And playing technique is not affected when practicing on a digital piano rather than an acoustic traditional piano.
One thing to keep in mind is that digital pianos require mains power to operate, which means you can’t play them during power cuts.
Digital pianos have many interesting and engaging features designed to keep young players interested and focused on their learning.
For example, the Stream Lights learning system on some Yamaha digital pianos allows players to follow small LED lights that “fall” down onto the keyboard while playing along with high-quality musical backings.
10mWatch Chris demonstrate the Yamaha P-S500 Smart Piano which uses LED lights to teach you to play.
As with all things digital, technology advances quickly, and newer models with improved sound quality or features may tempt you in a few years.
One way to avoid this is to invest in a high-spec model with a weighted key mechanism and better-quality speakers and amplifiers, as these fundamentals have excellent longevity.
Having higher specifications also makes it more attractive to trade in your piano for a newer model if you can’t resist the temptation to upgrade.
In conclusion, choosing the right digital piano can be a daunting task, but by doing your research, keeping these key factors in mind, and purchasing from reputable manufacturers, you can make an informed decision and enjoy playing your new instrument for years to come.
And at ePianos, we offer The ePianos Product Handbook™️, a dedicated companion guide for Yamaha YDP & CLP models of digital piano, for free when you buy one of these models from us. So, why not get our expert advice at no extra cost?
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These items are sold on behalf of Yamaha, and are sent to us on a per-order basis, typically within 5-7 working days, unless an ETA is otherwise stated.
We'll contact you the moment your purchase arrives with us to organise delivery, based on your selected option.
Example products: Yamaha DGX670, Yamaha P-525, Yamaha YDP-S55, Yamaha Clavinova.
These items must be sent with a heavy-goods courier (typically APC or FedEx). On occasion, depending on which is fastest, we will drop-ship directly from Yamaha to your address via Dachser.
Tracking will be provided by the haulier, with a typical arrival time of 1-2 working days.
*If you have included the optional £180 "Yamaha Premium Service" home delivery & setup option offered on selected products, we will contact you regarding arrangements after purchase.
**The Yamaha CSP Series, Yamaha CVP905 & CVP909, Yamaha CLP875, 885 & 895GP, and Yamaha NU1Xa are all sold on behalf of Yamaha and arrive with us on a per-order basis. As soon as your piano has arrived, we will contact you to organise the appropriate dispatch method. ETA for stock is shown on the product page for those items.
***If you have included the optional £99 home delivery & setup option offered on selected products, we will send your details direct to the installation team, who will contact you within 48 hours to make arrangements.
Depending on which option is most appropriate, we will either contact you to discuss a bespoke ePianos delivery surcharge for goods we can’t package for a 3rd party courier, or otherwise dispatch goods via FedEx or APC.
If a courier is used, tracking will be provided by them directly, with a typical arrival time of 1-2 working days.
Example products: Yamaha PSR-SX920, Yamaha P-225, Yamaha NP-15.
These items will be sent via courier (typically APC or FedEx). On occasion, depending on which is fastest, we will drop-ship directly from Yamaha to your address via UPS or Parcelforce.
Tracking will be provided by the courier, with a typical arrival time of 1-2 working days.
Smaller items, such as books, discs, etc, will be dispatched via Royal Mail second class.
After purchase, you can download the file either from the order confirmation page or the "Downloads" tab in "My Account".
If you have selected the option to receive a pre-loaded USB stick, then this will be dispatched via Royal Mail.
We will contact you regarding any pre-ordered items, and let you know when they arrive so as to arrange delivery with you at a convenient time.
Used items can also be purchased using either of the following options (minimum loan amount of £250 after deposit):
Total amount payable: £893.32
Available finance options are displayed at checkout. Alternatively, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to discuss the options, or email a finance application to you. Find out more by clicking here
Our seasonal opening hours are as follows:
We are closed on all bank holidays, therefore the processing of sales and deliveries will be delayed.
For orders of any stock displaying a 7-10 day lead time, we will contact you as soon as the item arrives with us to schedule a delivery with you.
Occasionally, there may be availability issues with our suppliers, in which case we'll get in touch with you to see if you're happy to wait, or if you'd like to cancel the order and receive a full refund.
This is a special order "agency" item, and comes to us directly from Yamaha on a per-order basis.
It typically takes 7-10 days for this item to arrive with us, whereupon we'll contact you to discuss the arrangement of delivery.
For any pre-orders, we will contact you as soon as the item arrives with us to schedule a delivery with you, and update you with an ETA.
Occasionally, there may be availability issues with our suppliers, in which case we'll get in touch with you to see if you're happy to wait, or if you'd like to cancel the order and receive a full refund.
*Cashback amount varies product to product, as indicated.
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