Yamaha Arius YDP-145 Digital Piano
Yamaha YDP145 – A Digital Piano That Feels Truly Grand
The Yamaha YDP145 offers the timeless feel and sound of a real piano in a sleek, home-friendly format.
Part of Yamaha’s Arius series, the YDP145 is a brilliant entry point into the world of digital pianos—ideal for students, hobbyists, and anyone looking for an authentic piano-playing experience without the size or upkeep of a traditional acoustic instrument.
Concert Grand Sound with Every Note
The Yamaha YDP145 features a beautifully detailed piano voice sampled from the world-renowned Yamaha CFX concert grand. Famous for its rich bass and sparkling treble, the CFX offers expressive tonal colour that shines through in every register. Whether you’re practising scales or performing your favourite piece, the YDP145 delivers clarity, nuance, and dynamic range that responds effortlessly to your touch.
Weighted Action with Real Piano Feel
Equipped with Yamaha’s GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) keyboard, the YDP145 mimics the feel of an acoustic piano, with a heavier touch in the lower notes and a lighter touch in the upper octaves. The matte black keytops offer a comfortable, non-slip surface, even during extended practice sessions. For greater expressive control, the half-damper pedal function lets you achieve more subtle sustain effects—just like a real grand piano.
Rich Resonance with VRM Lite Technology
The Yamaha YDP145 uses Virtual Resonance Modeling Lite (VRM Lite) to recreate the complex sympathetic resonance of an acoustic instrument. This cutting-edge technology simulates how soundwaves interact within a grand piano’s soundboard and strings, creating a lifelike and immersive playing experience that evolves with your dynamics and pedalling.
Designed for Quiet Playing and Natural Sound
Whether you’re playing through the built-in speakers or practising with headphones, the YDP145 delivers consistently balanced sound. Smart Volume control ensures clear tone at any volume, while the Stereophonic Optimizer enhances the sense of space when using headphones—making it feel as though the sound is coming directly from the piano in front of you.
Built-In Songs and Smart Pianist App Support
The Yamaha YDP145 comes preloaded with 353 built-in songs, including 50 famous classical works and 303 technical exercises from great composers such as Hanon, Czerny, Burgmüller, and Beyer—ideal for structured learning and regular practice.
It’s also compatible with Yamaha’s Smart Pianist app, which gives you easy, touchscreen control over sounds, settings, and sheet music display. Simply connect your smart device and unlock even more features with a beautifully intuitive interface.
Elegant Cabinet with Tone Escapement
With its refined design and compact form, the YDP145 fits neatly into modern homes. The cabinet blends clean lines with curved edges that echo the elegance of a traditional piano. A unique Tone Escapement system on the back of the unit allows sound to radiate more naturally—mimicking the immersive resonance of an acoustic piano.
Yamaha YDP145 – At a Glance:
- Authentic Yamaha CFX concert grand piano sampling
- 88-key GHS weighted keyboard with matte black keytops
- 10 instrument voices including electric piano, organ, strings & more
- Virtual Resonance Modeling Lite (VRM Lite)
- Half-damper pedal control for expressive playing
- 353 built-in songs (50 classical + 303 exercises)
- 8W x 2 stereo amplifier and 12cm x 2 speakers
- Stereophonic Optimizer for natural headphone experience
- Smart Pianist app compatibility
- Stylish design with tone escapement system
Whether you’re beginning your musical journey or returning to the keys after some time away, the Yamaha YDP145 offers the tone, touch, and tools to inspire your playing every day.
Yamaha YDP145 Specifications
- 88-key GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) weighted keyboard with matte black keytops – gives a proper acoustic-style feel, with heavier bass and lighter treble response. Yamaha’s tried-and-tested entry-level action.
- Yamaha CFX concert grand piano sample – the main piano tone is taken from Yamaha’s flagship concert grand, giving a richer and more detailed sound than older Arius models.
- VRM Lite (Virtual Resonance Modelling) – adds more realistic string and cabinet resonance for a more natural piano response.
- 192-note polyphony – plenty for learning, grades, layering sounds, and sustained passages without notes cutting off.
- 10 built-in voices including pianos, electric pianos, organ, strings, vibraphone and harpsichord.
- Built-in song library:
- 353 songs total (demo songs + built-in lesson pieces)
- includes Yamaha’s “50 Classical Music Masterpieces” book
Useful for practice and learning.
- 2-track MIDI recorder – useful for recording practice sessions and reviewing progress.
- Speaker system:
- 2 x 12cm speakers
- 8W + 8W amplifier output (16W total)
Plenty for home use, with a warmer cabinet sound than portable slab pianos.
- Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) – helps maintain tonal balance at lower volumes.
- Stereophonic Optimizer – improves headphone sound so it feels more natural and spacious.
- Smart Pianist app compatible – lets you adjust settings, select sounds, and access scores more easily from a phone or tablet.
- USB to Host – connect to computer / iPad for MIDI and audio.
- Twin headphone outputs – ideal for silent practice or lessons.
- Three built-in pedals: damper, soft and sostenuto
- Half-pedalling supported for more expressive sustain control.
- Included accessories: AC adaptor, music rest, music book (“50 Classical Music Masterpieces”), owner’s manual. Bench may vary depending on package.
Dimensions / Weight
- Width: 1357 mm
- Depth: 422 mm
- Height: 815 mm (969 mm with music rest raised)
- Weight: 38.0 kg
