When comparing digital pianos for practising minor scales, first consider the key response you want to work on, then measure the space needed for the complete set-up, not just the piano itself. A headphone socket and metronome may be important if you want to practise quietly and keep time. The stated keyboard types and dimensions are product specifications, not the result of independent playing tests.
If you want to practise minor scales while focusing on key response and dynamics, compare the keyboards and check whether a metronome is available. Yamaha, Roland and Korg mention these practice features in their product information.
If space is limited, measure the complete set-up rather than just the piano itself. Casio lists a depth of 232 mm for the CDP-S110BK, while Korg gives the dimensions of the B2+ without its music rest.
If you want to practise with headphones, check the socket on the exact model and be considerate of others in or near the room. Yamaha, Roland, Casio and Korg mention headphone use or a headphone socket on relevant models.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Key response for scales | Compare the specific keyboard type and, if possible, try playing scale passages both slowly and at a faster pace. | If I’m mainly focused on key response and dynamics during repeated practice, I prioritise the feel of the keys; around 31% of consumers put key response first. |
| Space for the set-up | Measure the available width and depth, and allow for the music rest, stand and space to sit. | In a small practice area, I want to know whether the piano and playing space will fit together, not just whether the casing is shallow; around 25% of consumers choose based on the space needed for the set-up. |
| Quiet practice | Check the headphone socket on the exact model and make sure it is compatible with your headphones. | If I practise in a shared space, I want to listen through headphones while being considerate of others; around 25% of consumers prioritise quiet practice. |
| Tempo and practice features | Check whether the metronome is operated on the instrument or through an app, and see what is included with the piano. | When practising scales, I want to be able to adjust the tempo and settings easily; around 19% of consumers put practice features first. |
The dimensions of the casing don’t tell you how much room the music rest, stand, pedal and player will take up together. The stand for the Korg B2+ is sold separately.
Measure the space needed for the complete set-up, including the chair and cables, and check which parts are included with the version you choose.
You may need to buy a suitable stand separately, so factor this in when arranging your practice area.
Korg distinguishes the B2N’s lighter NT touch from the B2+’s NH keyboard. They are different options to weigh up against your practice goals.
Choose based on the touch you want to practise and, if possible, compare the keys for yourself.
The Korg B2+ is listed as including a damper pedal and music rest; the stand and PU-2 pedal unit are sold separately.
Before planning your set-up, check which parts are included with the exact model and bundle you’re buying.
If you need a stand or pedal unit, you’ll have to arrange this separately.
Yamaha Netherlands describes the P-145BT as a portable entry-level piano with 88 GHC keys.
According to Roland Netherlands, the FP-10 combines a PHA-4 Standard keyboard with headphone use and a metronome.
The CDP-S110BK is worth considering if depth is limited: Casio Netherlands lists the casing depth as 232 mm.
According to Korg Netherlands, the B2+ has an NH keyboard with 88 keys. The B2N is a separate model with a lighter NT touch.
Not as a general rule: first decide what range and key response suit your practice goals. The models discussed with hammer-action keyboards have 88 keys; according to Korg, the B2N also has 88 keys, but with a lighter touch. Compare the keyboards based on what you want to practise.
Allow space for the music rest, stand and seat when measuring. If you’re putting the Roland FP-10 on a stand, the manual recommends the KSCFP10 or KS-12 and warns that incorrect assembly may make the set-up unstable.
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According to ACM ConsuWijzer, your statutory rights exist alongside any manufacturer’s guarantee. If a product breaks sooner than you could reasonably expect during normal use, the seller must resolve the issue in line with the law; the length of a manufacturer’s guarantee does not automatically determine the full duration of your statutory rights.
No. Using headphones doesn’t exempt you from rules or agreements about causing a nuisance. The Dutch government advises people experiencing noise from neighbours to try to agree a solution together first; any agreements with your landlord or building manager may also be relevant to your space.
