The Roland FP-30X is a relatively new model in the FP series of more entry-level portable digital pianos. The Yamaha P-125 is an older model in the company’s portable P Series of instruments. Here we take a look at the two instruments in a bit more detail. Model Roland FP-30X […]
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Introduction Getting stuck in to a comparison of Yamaha‘s range of digital pianos has the potential to be rather overwhelming. Renowned for its high quality acoustic and digital pianos, with the first Clavinova being launched over 40 years ago in 1983, Yamaha currently has three distinct categories of digital piano: […]
The Kawai ES line of digital pianos are entry- to mid-level instruments with a decent set of features, a good keyboard feel and high quality sound. Currently four models are in the lineup offered by Kawai: the ES920, ES520, ES120 and ES60. The higher numbered models tend to have better […]
Sustainability is something all manufacturers and consumers need to think about. Musical instruments use a significant number of resources and finding ways to reduce the impact of their construction on the environment should be considered. Yamaha has introduced the TORCH T01 digital piano as a concept in using surplus materials […]
Kawai recently announced the beginner-friendly ES60 portable digital piano, offering an affordable way for budding pianists to begin their journey of musical learning and discovery. The ES60 features Kawai’s signature keyboard action and sound technologies in a highly portable instrument. The Responsive Hammer Lite keyboard action has graduated keys (heavier […]
Donner Music has now put up some details of a trio of Oura digital pianos, namely the S100, S300 and R300. All have pretty much the same specifications — a full 88-key graded hammer keybed, modest speakers, minimal functionality, and 15 voices. Connectivity is sparse but does include wired and […]
ModBap Modular has announced the second incarnation of the Trinity digital drum synth array for Eurorack will be shipping in February. The compact 20HP design has some innovative features including six different drum synth algorithms, including ORB and CLANG, plus enhanced connectivity and expanded control options. Each of the three […]
Donner Music has used NAMM to show off what looks like a couple of new digital pianos in a range called Oura. At present there’s no more obvious information online except some images of an OuraS100 in black, an OuraS300 in black, and an OuraR300 in light natural wood effect. […]
Dexibell has added a “grand up-right” digital piano to its VIVO H10 range, which includes the VIVO H10 Console and Mini Grand instruments, with all the same features but in an alternative aesthetic and for those with different space requirements. Overview • A powerful Quad-Core Cortex processor with 4GB of […]
Donner Music has shown off its latest digital piano, the DDP-80 Pro which features a stylish wood exterior, a slidable drawer which contains the 88-note keyboard itself, and a three pedal board. The company describes it as “a modern, home-style digital piano. Blending seamlessly into living spaces as both a […]
Casio has announced three new additions to its Celviano line of digital pianos, including a top-line model which uses an enhanced version of the AiR sound system for increased realism. The AP-750 uses a new AiR Grand Sound Source, a newly developed Grandphonic Sound System, which recreates the way a […]
KORG has introduced its latest digital piano, the Poetry, which gives two distinct nods to composer Chopin by incorporating two piano tones associated with him. The 1843 PLEYEL piano tone was Chopin’s choice of piano, while the contemporary Italian Fazioli concert grand is favoured by many at the International Chopin […]
Yamaha has announced the latest model in its P series of digital pianos, designed with portability and ease of use in mind. The instrument’s two main piano voices are taken from two world-class acoustic concert grand pianos, the Yamaha CFX and the Bösendorfer Imperial. Yamaha claims that the variety and […]
Neutral Labs has announced the successor to its ELMYRA platform, the ELMYRA 2. This is a four-voice digital/analog hybrid drone synthesiser and platform for microtonal sonic exploration. It comes as either a Eurorack module or semi-modular desktop synth. It features 31 modulation targets, four polymetric sequencers, delay, additional per-voice effects, […]
Sometimes simplicity is the best policy when you’re serious about learning a new skill. While there are plenty of affordable keyboard instruments and digital pianos aimed at beginners and children, many of them succumb to the ‘distraction factor’ which, although it can make the instrument more attractive to begin with, […]
Synclavier Digital has announced its new Regen desktop synth, looking fine in red trim and with lots of features to keep you satisfied. It’s a digital FM synth designed for desktop use, and containing the power of an enhanced and optimised Synclavier II DSP engine. It has a full colour […]
Casio is a well-known brand offering a wide range of digital pianos and music keyboards. Here we look at the main ranges of instruments which come with 88 keys. An electronic instrument with 88 physical keys most closely mimics the majority of acoustic pianos, and removes the need to transpose […]
Almost as long as digital keyboards and pianos have been around, the question of polyphony comes up. It’s a quick, easy measure of how many distinct sounds can be created at any one time by a single musical instrument. An acoustic piano effectively has unlimited polyphony, restricted only by the […]
Still relative newcomers to the digital piano market, having been founded in Italy in 2013, Dexibell has nonetheless created some impressive instruments, including the VIVO H10 digital piano line. The company has used NAMM to showcase a stunning addition to this line of digital upright and grand pianos, with a […]
Very few electronic instruments are as iconic as the Hammond B-3, and its influence and sound can be felt and heard across many genres and styles of music. Once you hear it, you never forget it, and many musicians (who haven’t been lucky enough to play let alone own one) […]