Start with the keyboard: try repeated notes and changes from soft to loud playing on the specific model to see how comfortable and manageable they feel. A portable digital piano with built-in speakers may suit independent practice at home; choose a more stage-focused instrument if separate outputs and direct control over the sound are important for your studio setup. For each model, check the headphone socket and which pedals are included.
If you want to assess repeated notes, evenness and dynamics, try the keyboard on the specific instrument. Yamaha and Roland describe different keyboards for their models; the action type alone won’t tell you how the touch will feel to you.
Headphones can be useful in a shared home, but you may still hear the keys and pedals. The Dutch government advises people to discuss and agree on arrangements with their neighbours first if noise is causing a nuisance.
If you also want to connect your piano to audio equipment, the exact outputs matter. Kawai lists separate stereo line outputs for the ES120; check that the connections are compatible with your own equipment.
Start with the keyboard, then decide whether quiet practice, studio connections or a compact basic setup matters most to you.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is it important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Touch and control | Play the same repeated notes and dynamic passage on each model; check whether the touch sensitivity can be adjusted. | If I want to work on my evenness and control when playing softly and loudly, I compare the keyboards for myself. Around 36% of consumers make touch control their top priority. |
| Quiet practice | Check the type of headphone socket and bear in mind that the sound of the keys or pedals may still be audible. | If you want to practise at home with headphones, check that the socket and any remaining noise are suitable for your living situation. Around 29% of consumers prioritise quiet practice. |
| Studio connections | Decide whether you want to send audio to monitors or an interface, use MIDI, or both; then compare the ports. | If I want to connect my piano to my studio equipment, I first check which connections my setup needs. Around 21% of consumers start with studio connections. |
| Space and essentials | Measure the available space and check which stand and pedals are included or optional with each version. | For consumers with limited space or a simple practice area, the dimensions and what’s included may determine the choice. Around 14% make a compact basic setup their top priority. |
Models differ in how you can listen to their sound. The Roland FP-30X is listed with built-in speakers, while the Nord Piano 6 has separate audio outputs. Check what the specific instrument offers for your setup.
Before putting your setup together, check whether you’ll need headphones or external speakers.
If you want to play without built-in speakers, you may also need to include external audio equipment in your setup.
The Casio CDP-S110 and Korg B2 have a combined headphone/output socket; the Kawai ES120 also lists separate stereo line outputs. These connections don’t serve the same purpose.
First work out which audio and MIDI connections you need, then compare them with the ports on the exact model.
The connections you choose may determine which cables and connection route will work with your equipment.
What’s included varies by model: Casio lists an SP-3 sustain pedal with the CDP-S110, while Kawai lists a three-pedal unit as an option for the ES120.
Before buying, check the exact version and whether it includes the pedal you want to use for your exercises.
With some models, a pedal unit or stand may need to be chosen separately.
The P Series includes portable digital pianos for home practice. The P-225 is worth comparing if size and keyboard feel are important to you.
The FP-X range includes portable pianos. The FP-30X is worth considering if you want to compare an 88-key keyboard with built-in speakers.
The CDP-S110 is a compact digital piano to compare if you’re looking for a basic setup that takes up little space.
The ES120 is a portable digital piano to consider if you need both headphone use and separate audio outputs.
The B2 is a digital piano with a weighted keyboard and metronome for a straightforward practice setup.
The Nord Piano 6 88 is a more stage-focused option if you use layered sounds and hands-on controls as well as practising.
That depends on your exercises and playing goals. The Yamaha P-225, Roland FP-30X and Korg B2 have 88 keys with some form of hammer action or weighted action. Try how the keyboard on the specific model responds to repeated notes and dynamics; the action type alone doesn’t tell you how it will feel to play.
Check the type of connection and what it’s for. The Korg B2 and Casio CDP-S110 have a combined headphone/output socket, while the Kawai ES120 also lists separate stereo line outputs. Compare these connections with the inputs on your equipment.
This varies by model and version. Casio lists an SP-3 sustain pedal with the CDP-S110; Kawai lists a stand and three-pedal unit as options for the ES120. Check what’s included with the exact offer before ordering.
For a consumer purchase, the seller is responsible if the product doesn’t meet what you could reasonably expect from it. ACM ConsuWijzer states that online purchases have a cancellation period of up to 14 days after delivery, subject to legal exceptions. Check which terms apply to your order.
There isn’t one time limit that automatically applies to every home. If noise from neighbours is causing a nuisance, the Dutch government advises discussing and agreeing on arrangements first, such as the times when music can be played. If the nuisance continues, the Dutch government lists the landlord, owners’ association and local council among the possible next steps.
