Who is this for?

Quiet home practiser

You mainly practise songs on your own, while keeping the noise your housemates hear to a minimum. A headphone socket and the feel of the keys matter more than powerful speakers.

Accompanist for a singer

Sometimes you practise with someone who needs to hear the accompaniment. Compare built-in speakers with the equipment already available in your practice room.

Piano and organ player

You want to choose between piano and organ sounds for different songs, so pay attention to the controls, keyboard and pedal.

What should you look for when buying?

Start by deciding whether you’ll practise using headphones alone or also want to rehearse audibly without extra equipment. Then consider the keyboard, sound options and any accessories you’ll need for your set-up.

What to consider What to look for Who is this important for?
Quiet solo practice Check the type of headphone socket and whether your headphones are compatible. Also find out how many headphones can be connected at once. If I mainly practise alone, I want to hear the accompaniment through headphones without using the speakers as my listening source. Quiet solo practice is the top priority for around 40% of consumers.
Rehearsing together so everyone can hear Check whether the instrument has built-in speakers, or find out which line outputs will connect to the sound system available. When I practise with a singer, they need to hear the accompaniment, and I don’t want to overlook the need for a suitable sound system. Rehearsing together so everyone can hear is the top priority for around 23% of consumers.
Keyboard and sound options Compare the keyboard with your playing style and check how to select piano and organ sounds. Also look at the pedal function and what’s included. When I accompany songs using different sounds, I want to switch between them easily while playing and have a keyboard that suits the parts I play. Keyboard feel and piano/organ sounds are the top combined priority for around 22% of consumers.
Complete set-up Work out whether you need headphones, a pedal, a stand or external amplification, and check what’s included with the instrument. I want to know in advance what I need to complete my practice set-up, especially if other people need to hear the accompaniment. Having a complete set-up is the top priority for around 15% of consumers.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming every stage piano has built-in speakers

    Korg says the D1 has no built-in speakers. Yamaha lists built-in speakers for the CK88, as does Roland for the RD-08.

    Decide in advance whether only you or other people too need to hear the accompaniment. If you’re considering a model without speakers, check what sound equipment is available and whether the connections are compatible.

  • Assuming one headphone socket is enough for two listeners

    The number of outputs varies by model. Roland specifically lists two headphone outputs for the FP-30X; you can’t assume this applies to other models.

    If a second player or teacher also needs to listen quietly, check the number of outputs on the exact instrument you’re considering.

  • Looking only at the instrument itself

    You may need headphones, a stand, a pedal or a sound system for your practice set-up. With the Korg D1, audible rehearsals with other people depend on external sound equipment.

    Check exactly what’s included and make a list of any extras you still need for each practice situation.

Brands to compare

Yamaha

According to Yamaha, the CK88 combines piano and organ sounds with built-in speakers and a headphone socket.

  • Yamaha specifies that the CK88 has a weighted 88-key keyboard.
  • Yamaha lists built-in speakers and piano and organ sounds for this model.
  • Check which pedal set-up suits your needs for the version you’re considering.

Korg

The Korg D1 is a stage piano without speakers, designed for headphone practice or use with an existing sound system.

  • Korg specifies that the D1 has a weighted RH3 keyboard, a headphone socket and line outputs.
  • Korg says the D1 has no built-in speakers, so you’ll need an external sound solution for rehearsals where others need to hear.
  • These features apply to the D1 and not automatically to other Korg models.

Roland

Roland describes the RD-08 as offering stage features, piano and organ sounds, and built-in speakers. The FP-30X is a separate digital piano for home use or practising together.

  • Roland lists a weighted 88-key keyboard and built-in speakers for the RD-08.
  • Roland describes organ sounds for the RD-08 and two headphone outputs for the FP-30X.
  • The FP-30X’s two headphone outputs don’t automatically apply to the RD-08. Roland’s statements about sound and playing feel are manufacturer claims.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I practise at unlimited volume with headphones?

No, keep the headphone volume low. The World Health Organization points out that sound level, listening time and repeated exposure to loud sounds all matter; the volume setting on the piano doesn’t directly measure the sound level at your ears.

What do I need to practise with a singer on a stage piano without speakers?

You’ll need a suitable external sound solution if the singer needs to hear the accompaniment. Korg says the D1 has no built-in speakers, but it does have line outputs; check that these connect to the sound system available.

How does the legal guarantee work when buying as a consumer in the Netherlands?

You’re entitled to a product that works as you’d reasonably expect under normal use. ACM ConsuWijzer explains that if a fault isn’t your own doing, you should contact the seller; there isn’t one fixed statutory guarantee period for every piano.

Can I return a piano bought online after it’s been delivered?

For a standard online consumer purchase, ACM ConsuWijzer says you’ll generally have a cooling-off period of up to 14 days after delivery. Before buying, check which exceptions and return conditions apply.

Is CE marking automatically required for every piano?

No, CE marking isn’t automatically required for every piano. According to the Dutch government, a product may carry the mark only if it’s required for that product group and the product meets the legal requirements. Check the requirements for the exact version you’re considering.