Start with the way you practise: the keyboard matters for touch and dynamics, headphone sockets for practising together in a shared space, and a metronome or rhythm function for timing. Then check exactly which pedals and setup components are included with each model, and whether the instrument will fit. The right choice depends on your practice needs.
Wants to learn melodies and chord voicings with control over their touch. So compare the keyboards on the exact models, not just their sound names. Yamaha lists 88 GHC keys for the P-225; Roland lists 88 PHA-4 Standard keys for the FP-30X, and Kawai lists 88 keys for the ES120.
Wants to practise without sound coming through the speakers, and is looking at the headphone sockets and practical setup. Roland lists two headphone outputs for the FP-30X.
Wants to repeat passages at tempo, so compares a metronome, recording function and any built-in rhythms. Kawai lists these features for the ES120, including 100 drum rhythms.
Start with the keyboard and how you want to practise, then check the headphone setup, practice features and space you’ll need. What matters most depends on how you’re learning the jazz standard.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Touch and dynamics | Compare the keyboard type and touch settings on the exact model. Also check the number of keys and which pedal you’ll need. | If you want to practise melodies and chords with nuance, you’ll want to know how the keyboard responds to your touch. Around 33% of consumers put touch and dynamics first. |
| Quiet practice | Check the number of headphone outputs and whether the sockets are compatible with the headphones you want to use. | If you want to practise in a shared music room without using the speakers, the headphone setup matters. Around 27% of consumers prioritise quiet practice. |
| Timing and repetition | Check whether the model has a metronome, recording function or built-in rhythms that suit the way you practise. | If you want to repeat passages at tempo or listen back to them, these features are useful. Around 20% of consumers put timing and repetition first. |
| Space and setup | Measure the available space and check which pedals and components, such as a stand, are included or available separately. | If the piano needs to fit in a shared space and you want to complete the setup, check its dimensions and included components. Around 20% of consumers prioritise space and a complete setup. |
The product category doesn’t tell you how many keys a particular version has. Both Joybuy products on this page have 61 keys.
Check the product page for the number of keys and the exact keyboard type, rather than assuming from the category name.
Korg lists a damper pedal as included with the Korg B2+; a stand and the PU-2 pedal unit for half-pedalling are separate accessories.
For each exact version, compare the box contents with the components you need for your setup.
A suitable stand or pedal unit may need to be purchased separately.
A socket for one pair of headphones doesn’t mean that a student and teacher can listen at the same time. Roland specifically lists two outputs for the FP-30X.
Check the number of outputs and the plugs required if you want to listen through headphones at the same time as someone else.
The P series, including the P-225, is worth comparing if you’re looking for a portable piano with features for piano practice.
The FP-X series may be worth considering if you want to combine piano playing with a shared headphone setup.
The ES series is worth a look if built-in timing and rhythm features suit the way you practise.
The CDP-S series is worth considering if you’re looking for a compact basic setup with electric piano sounds.
The B2+ series is worth comparing if you’re looking for a straightforward setup with 88 keys and a headphone socket.
These picks are digital pianos and keyboard pianos with 61 keys. Compare this range with the pieces you want to practise, and check which practice features and accessories are included with each version.
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The headphone socket and metronome may be useful if you want to practise on your own and keep to the beat.
The product name lists a weighted keyboard, 300 tones, 300 rhythms, an LCD display and USB-MIDI. This version has 61 keys; check that this range suits the pieces you want to learn.
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The listed headphone socket and rhythms may suit practising on your own at different tempos.
The product name lists 300 tones, 300 rhythms, a three-level learning mode, an LCD display and USB-MIDI. The set name includes a stand, bench and music stand; check the contents of the exact version. This piano has 61 keys.
No, built-in drum rhythms aren’t essential for learning a jazz standard. If you mainly want to practise keeping time, a metronome may suit your approach; Kawai also lists 100 drum rhythms for the ES120. Decide for yourself whether those rhythms suit the music you’re learning.
Roland lists two headphone outputs for the FP-30X. For other exact models, check the number of outputs and the plugs required. A single PHONES socket listed in the specifications doesn’t mean two listeners can connect at once.
Measure the available space and check which adapter, stand and pedals are included with each version. Korg lists an adapter and damper pedal for the B2+; the stand and PU-2 pedal unit are separate accessories.
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