Who is this for?

Pianist with a demanding recital piece

Wants to practise the piece’s dynamics, required note range and pedal passages. The score and the instrument you’ll be playing are important points of comparison.

Student in a shared practice room

Wants to practise independently without disturbing others unnecessarily, so pays attention to headphone connections and the rules for using the room.

Someone managing a flexible music room

Needs an instrument that fits the room and can potentially be moved, and checks which stand and pedals are included with the version they’re considering.

What should you look for?

Start with the requirements of your score, then decide which connections and setup will work in your practice space.

What to consider What to check before buying Who should consider this?
Touch, dynamics and range Compare the keyboard range with the score and try soft, loud and fast passages on the keyboard. If you need to learn passages with a wide range or varied dynamics, you’ll want to know whether the keyboard is suitable. Around 33% of consumers prioritise how well they can play their recital piece.
Quiet practice Check the number and type of headphone connections, and whether you want to listen along with a teacher. In a shared room, you’ll want to practise with headphones and be considerate of others; the physical sound of the keys is a separate factor. Around 27% of consumers give quiet practice top priority.
Pedal control Check which pedals your piece requires and whether the right pedal unit is included with the version you’re buying. If pedal passages are central to your recital piece, you’ll want to practise them on your piano. Around 20% of consumers put the required pedal functions first.
Fitting and moving Measure the available space and doorways; compare the dimensions and weight of the complete setup. If space is limited or the room is rearranged regularly, you’ll want to know in advance whether the piano, stand and pedal will fit. Around 20% of consumers prioritise space and portability.

Avoiding common buying mistakes

  • Assuming the category name means it has a full-size keyboard

    The name “digital piano” doesn’t tell you how many keys the instrument has. A limited range could mean you can’t practise passages from your score in the same way.

    Check the number of keys and the action on the exact model, then compare its range with your score.

  • Assuming an optional pedal unit is included

    A model’s features and what’s included in the version on offer aren’t necessarily the same thing.

    Check the box contents and whether the included or separately selected pedal unit is compatible with the model.

    You may need to buy a compatible pedal unit or stand separately if it isn’t included with the version you choose.

  • Measuring only the piano’s casing

    The piano’s dimensions don’t tell you how much space the player, stand, music rest and pedal will take up together.

    Measure the full usable practice area before choosing a freestanding or fixed setup.

Brands to compare

Yamaha

The P-225 is worth comparing if you’re looking for a full-size keyboard in a compact setup.

  • Yamaha specifies that the P-225 has 88 GHC keys, is 1.326 mm wide and weighs 11,5 kg.
  • These details don’t confirm that the touch will suit your recital piece. Also check which accessories are included with the version you choose.

Roland

The FP-30X is worth comparing if you want a portable practice setup or to listen along with a teacher.

  • Roland lists the FP-30X as having 88 PHA-4 Standard keys and two headphone outputs.
  • The KSC-70 stand and KPD-70 three-pedal unit are optional extras; check compatibility and what’s included in the offer.

Kawai

The ES120 is a portable alternative to compare for its keyboard and connections.

  • When it was launched in 2022, Kawai described it as having a weighted RHC keyboard, two different headphone connections and a weight of 12 kg.
  • Check the version you’re considering and try the keyboard for yourself; launch information isn’t an independent assessment of how it feels to play.

Casio

The Privia PX-S1100BK is worth considering if the depth of your available space is a key factor.

  • Casio specifies a casing depth of 232 mm and 88 keys with hammer action.
  • The casing depth doesn’t account for all the space needed for the player, stand, music rest and pedal. Casio’s comparison highlighting its slim depth is a claim made by the brand itself in 2025.

Korg

The B2+ and B2+SP are worth comparing if you’re deciding between a standalone piano and a version with a stand and three pedals.

  • Korg lists the B2+ as having 88 NH keys, a combined headphone/line output and a damper pedal. The B2+SP is described as a bundle with a stand and three pedals.
  • This product information comes from Korg’s US pages. Check the contents and specifications of the version sold in the Netherlands.

Joybuy products

This selection of Joybuy products focuses on portable digital pianos for practising in a room that’s used for other things too.

Black MLS-931 digital piano with 61 keys

MLS-931 digital piano, 61 keys, black

This portable model could suit a setup that needs to be moved; first check whether 61 keys provide enough range for your score.

According to the product information, this model has a weighted keyboard and a headphone connection. Touch sensitivity and USB-MIDI are also listed.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a digital piano for my recital piece always need 88 keys?

Not for every recital practice session; check the range of your score. Trinity College London’s digital piano exams specifically require a sufficient range, a weighted, touch-sensitive keyboard and, where needed, a sustain pedal. These exam requirements don’t automatically apply to your course or recital.

How can I set up a shared practice space for quiet practice?

Check that the piano and your headphones are compatible, and consider the physical sound of the keys and the room’s rules. Roland lists two headphone outputs on the FP-30X for listening together.

Does the piano come with a suitable stand or pedal unit?

It depends on the model and version. Korg lists a damper pedal with the B2+ and describes the B2+SP as a bundle with a stand and three pedals; Roland lists optional extras for the FP-30X. Before buying, check what’s included with the exact version.

What happens in the Netherlands if a piano bought by a private individual develops a fault?

According to the Dutch government, consumers are entitled to a product that works properly, and the seller must provide a solution if there’s a problem. The Netherlands doesn’t have one fixed statutory guarantee period for all products. If the piano is bought in the name of an educational institution, check the relevant contract separately.

How can I dispose of an unwanted digital piano?

The Dutch government lists options for electrical appliances such as handing one in when buying a similar appliance or taking it to your local council’s recycling centre. The free take-back scheme described applies to equipment owned by private individuals, not businesses; if the piano belongs to an institution, check with them.