First, choose a keyboard that feels comfortable for practising bass notes with your left hand and chords with your right. Then check that the headphone, sound and pedal options suit the way you’ll use it. A portable piano is more practical if you need to put it away after practising, while a fixed setup with a stand and pedals takes up more room. This comparison is based on model specifications, not on a hands-on playing test.
You’re practising chord changes, dynamics and a left-hand part, so you’ll want to try the keyboard for yourself. Yamaha and Roland list 88 weighted keys for the P-145BT and FP-10 respectively; their playing feel has not been compared directly.
You may want to practise with headphones so you don’t disturb others with the speakers, and to free up the space afterwards. Check the connections, dimensions and weight of the specific model you’re considering.
You want to try electric piano or organ sounds as well as piano, so check which sounds are included and how to select them. Korg lists electric piano and organ sounds for the B2+; Roland lists them for the FP-10 too.
When practising in a shared music room, the main things to consider are key feel, the option to play quietly, useful sounds and the space needed for the setup.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Touch and control | Try repeated chord changes and a left-hand part on the exact model; compare the touch settings if needed. | If you play both bass notes and chords in blues, you’ll want to assess the touch for yourself. Around 33% of consumers in this decision-making context put touch first. |
| Practising without speakers | Check whether the exact model has a headphone output and whether the connection suits your plug. | If you share a room, you’ll want to practise without speaker sound and take the room’s rules into account. Around 27% of consumers prioritise quiet practice. |
| Sounds for blues | Listen to the electric piano and organ sounds you want to use, and check whether you can select them easily while practising. | If you want to explore sounds beyond the piano, you’ll want to listen to the specific presets. Around 27% of consumers put sound variety first. |
| Storage and pedals | Measure the available storage or floor space, and check which pedals and other accessories come with the exact version. | If you need to put the piano away after use, or want to leave it set up, the space and pedal setup both matter. Around 13% of consumers give this setup the highest priority. |
Yamaha describes the P-145BT’s Bluetooth audio function as playing music from a device through the piano’s speakers. On its own, this doesn’t mean the instrument sends audio to Bluetooth headphones.
Check the output function and connections on the exact model before choosing your listening setup.
A stand or more extensive pedal unit may be a separate accessory; check which version you need.
A list of sounds won’t tell you whether the touch feels comfortable or whether you like the electric piano sound you want to use.
Try the same blues progression on the models you’re considering and listen to the individual presets.
The P-145BT is a portable option to compare if you’re looking for a model with weighted keys.
The FP-10 is a portable option to compare if you’re looking for weighted keys and practice features.
The CDP-S110BK is an option to compare if you’re looking for a compact digital piano with straightforward practice controls.
Compare the portable B2+ with the B2SP if you’re weighing up a standalone piano against a fixed setup.
The ES120 gives you another option to compare if you’re looking for a portable piano with 88 weighted keys.
A selection of digital pianos at Joybuy for practice, with a focus on key count, headphone use and practice features.
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The listed headphone socket may be useful if you want to practise in a shared space without using the speakers.
The product name lists 61 weighted keys, while the piano models in the research comparison have 88 keys. Check whether the 61-key range suits the left-hand parts and chords you want to practise.
The product information lists 300 sounds, 300 rhythms, a metronome, USB-MIDI, speakers and a headphone socket.
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The listed headphone socket and metronome make this model worth comparing if you want to practise your timing without speaker sound.
The product name lists 61 keys. That’s a more limited range than the 88 keys on the pianos in the research comparison, so consider whether it suits the exercises you have in mind.
The product information lists 500 sounds, 300 rhythms, a metronome, a recording function, speakers and a headphone socket.
No. Bluetooth audio isn’t the same as wireless headphone output. Yamaha describes Bluetooth audio on the P-145BT as playing music from a phone or tablet through the piano’s speakers. Check the headphone connection and output functions on the exact model separately.
First, check which pedal function you want to practise and what comes with your chosen version. Casio lists an SP-3 sustain pedal with the CDP-S110; Korg lists a damper pedal with the B2+ and a separate PU-2 unit for more extensive pedal functions.
Use the power supply specified for the exact instrument and follow the manual’s instructions for placement and cleaning. For the ES120, Kawai specifies the correct mains voltage and warns against getting water into the instrument; don’t assume these model-specific instructions apply to other pianos.
For eligible distance purchases, the Dutch government says you will generally have a 14-day cooling-off period. If a product breaks within the first year, the seller must show that the consumer caused the fault under the consumer rules described; otherwise, you may be entitled to a free repair or replacement. This does not necessarily apply if an educational institution is buying for business purposes.
