Who is this choice relevant to?

Singer-pianist who wants to practise quietly

You practise in a shared home and want to hear the piano through headphones, while bearing in mind that others will still be able to hear your voice. Roland lists two headphone outputs for the FP-30X.

Accompanist learning piano parts

You want to practise your touch and both hands on a piano keyboard, perhaps with a pianist or teacher. Yamaha lists 88 GHC keys for the P-225; Korg lists 88 NH keys for the B2+.

Rehearsal pianist with limited space

You need to fit the keyboard, a seat and possibly a stand into a spare room. So compare the space needed for the complete set-up, not just the piano’s cabinet dimensions.

What should you look for?

First decide how you want to listen and play along, then check that the keyboard and complete set-up will fit your rehearsal space.

What to consider What to look for Who is this important for?
Quiet practice Check how many headphone outputs there are, and separately consider how your voice will still be heard. If I sing in a shared home, I want to hear the piano privately without assuming that this will also silence my voice. Around 31% of consumers give quiet piano playing top priority.
Key action and range Try the keyboard and check its range and the included pedals. If I’m learning piano parts and dynamics, I want a keyboard that suits the way I play. Around 25% of consumers prioritise key action and range.
Room space Measure the available width and depth, and allow for a stand, music rest, cables and seating. When there’s little room in the spare room, I want to know in advance whether I can sit and play there with my complete set-up. Around 25% of consumers make space their top consideration.
Playing along with music Choose between wireless and wired playback, and check transposition and recording separately. If I want to follow a recording or adapt a part to a different key, I want to know exactly which features the model offers. Around 19% of consumers prioritise playing along or adapting music.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming headphones make singing rehearsals silent

    Headphones let you hear the piano privately, but others will still be able to hear your singing voice.

    Plan your listening set-up and singing rehearsals separately. Also check how many headphones the exact model supports.

  • Comparing only the cabinet dimensions

    You’ll also need space for the stand, music rest, cables and seating position. Accessories can vary by model.

    Measure the complete set-up and check which parts are included with the version you’re choosing.

  • Confusing Bluetooth audio with vocal recording

    The Bluetooth audio function Roland describes for the FP-30X is for playing music from a mobile device. On its own, this tells you nothing about a microphone input or vocal recording.

    Check playback, microphone connection and recording as separate features of the exact model.

  • Assuming a 61-key keyboard is the same as an 88-key piano

    A 61-key keyboard has a smaller range than the 88-key models included in this comparison.

    Check the full model name, number of keys, connections and included accessories before choosing.

Brands to compare

Yamaha

The P-225 is a portable digital piano worth comparing if you’re looking for 88 keys and want to measure the space available.

  • Yamaha lists 88 weighted GHC keys for the P-225 and dimensions of 1,326 × 272 mm without a stand.
  • The three-pedal console is optional. Statements about the feel of the keys come from Yamaha and are not independent measurements.

Roland

The FP-30X is worth considering if you want to play audio from a phone while you play, or listen to the piano through two pairs of headphones.

  • Roland lists Bluetooth audio and two headphone outputs for this model.
  • Bluetooth audio does not prove that the piano has a built-in vocal recording function. A matching stand and more advanced pedal options are sold separately.

Casio

The Privia PX-S1100BK is worth including in your comparison if the depth of the space is an important factor.

  • Casio gives the cabinet depth as 232 mm.
  • This measurement doesn’t automatically include the space needed for a stand, music rest, cables and seating.

Korg

The B2+ is worth considering if you’re looking for a wired audio input and an included damper pedal.

  • Korg lists 88 NH keys, AUDIO IN and an included damper pedal for the B2+.
  • The stand and PU-2 pedal unit are accessories. The B2 is a separate model, so check the full model name.

Joybuy product selection

This Joybuy selection is a 61-key keyboard for practising, with features such as a metronome and recording. It has a more limited range than the 88-key models compared for piano parts.

Black 61-key keyboard with music stand

Electronic keyboard, 61 keys, black

An option if you want to practise with a built-in metronome and listen back to recorded practice sessions. Its range is more limited than that of the 88-key models mentioned.

61 keys; MIDI controller; recording function; speakers; metronome; music stand.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Can you practise musical theatre songs completely silently with headphones?

No. Headphones let you listen to the piano privately, but they won’t muffle your singing voice. So also think about how and when you’ll sing.

What should you measure before putting a digital piano in the spare room?

Measure the space for the keyboard, and allow extra room for the stand, music rest, cables and seating position. Yamaha gives the P-225’s dimensions without a stand as 1,326 mm wide and 272 mm deep.

Is a wired audio input the same as Bluetooth audio?

No. Korg lists AUDIO IN for the B2+, while Roland describes Bluetooth audio for the FP-30X. Choose the connection that suits your source device and check the exact version.

What rights do you have when buying online or if your piano is faulty?

When buying remotely from a business, you’re entitled to a 14-day cooling-off period in many cases; the Dutch government lists some exceptions. If a product is faulty, you should contact the seller. The Netherlands has no fixed statutory guarantee period: what you can reasonably expect from the product is what matters.

Which product rules should you check for an electric piano?

According to EU guidance, CE marking is only compulsory for product categories covered by harmonised EU rules. Check which requirements apply to the model on offer; a CE logo alone is not proof of independent approval.