This digital piano review focuses on the essential qualities of a digital piano. It does not include an in-depth look at additional features or details, so as not to distract from these key characteristics.
Buying a Digital Piano: What Should You Look Out For?
- Playing feel of the keyboard
- Piano sound
- Functions that are useful when learning and practicing the piano.
These three points should always be your main focus, with points 1. and 2. being the most important. However, when comparing digital pianos in the same price range, there may be other features that play a role, such as connectivity options. Headphone jacks are standard on every digital piano.
While most models have a USB port for connecting the piano to a computer, tablet or smart phone, this is by no means the case for all models. In addition, it is always worth comparing the polyphony of a digital piano. This property is directly related to the sound of the piano and can vary greatly, especially in lower price ranges.
All of our recommendations come with an adapter or power supply. Manufacturers also include a music stand as a standard accessory with every digital piano, whether it’s a home piano, stage piano, or portable piano. On a portable piano, the music stand is already attached.
Another frequently included accessory is a sustain pedal. Here, however, we recommend taking a closer look at the design, as some manufacturers cut costs at this point. If a proper sustain pedal is not included with your instrument, you may want to consider purchasing one along with the piano.