Purchasing A Digital Piano

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Digital pianos have some advantages over acoustic pianos besides the price tag!

Pros of Digital Pianos

• Don’t need to be tuned

• Take up less space

• Are lighter and easier to move

• Can plug in headphones for silent practice

Digital Piano Requirements

Look for these key features to give you the best playing experience.

• 88 keys

• Weighted keys

• Music rest or stand

• “Sustain” input

Digital Piano Recommendations

My favorite digital piano brand is Yamaha.

Here are some digital pianos that I recommend:

• Yamaha P71 (paid link) - budget-friendly, entry-level model for about $430.

• Yamaha P225 (paid link) - intermediate-level model with improved sound for about $750.

The Yamaha P71 and P225 do not come with a stand or bench unless you select a bundle, so you will need to purchase these as well. I would recommend this Liquid Stand Bundle (paid link) because both the stand and bench are adjustable. It’s about $160 for the set.

Stand Options

If you would like to purchase the stand alone, I would recommend a Z Style Stand. These stands are adjustable and more stable than an X Style Stand. If you prefer and even sturdier stand that looks a little nicer, you can get a furniture stand that is built for your specific piano model. If you go with a furniture stand, I would definitely recommend getting an adjustable bench and a foot rest if your child is young/short.

• Z Style Stand:

  • Z Style Adjustable Stand (paid link) for about $77

• Furniture Stands:

  • P71 Furniture Stand (paid link) for about $100

  • P225 Furniture Stand (paid link) for about $120

Bench Options

I would recommend an adjustable piano bench, especially if a child will be playing the piano and you don’t have an adjustable stand. An adjustable bench will help you or your child sit at the correct height so that you can produce beautiful sound while preventing injury!

• Adjustable Piano Bench with Sheet Music Storage (paid link) for about $100

• Adjustable Duet Piano Bench with Storage (paid link) for about $170

Another Essential for Children

Children typically need to sit higher so that they can comfortably reach the keys at the right height. This often leads to feet dangling above the floor. For their comfort and their playing technique, we want to give them something to set their feet on. You may use something as simple as a box or a small step stool you already have at home. The goal is to have their feet flat on something solid so that they feel grounded and can focus on playing. If you want to get fancy, here are a couple other options:

• Adjustable Piano Foot Rest for Kids (paid link) for about $80

• Adjustable Piano Pedal Extender for Kids (paid link) for about $120

  • This one can only be used with pianos that already have 3 pedals built in, but it’s a great way for children to be able to comfortably play with pedals!

Pedal Upgrade

If you choose the Yamaha P71 or P225 - these come with a sustain pedal, but it is not the best quality. You may wish to upgrade to something like this: Universal Sustain Pedal (paid link) for about $25.

Need Help?

Do you have questions? Did you see a piano somewhere else you were thinking about buying, but want a teacher’s opinion on it. I am happy to help you out! Simply fill out this contact form if we haven’t already been in contact.