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You\u2019re about to take the leap and buy a digital piano, but making this decision can be intimidating with so many options on the market. Don\u2019t worry, because our quick run-down of the major features will help you figure out which digital piano<\/a> is the right one for you. That goes for whether you\u2019re looking for a new model from Yamaha, the latest from Casio, a familiar option from Roland, or something else entirely.<\/span><\/p>\n

First, it\u2019s crucial to know what you need. Will you be using your piano for live gigs, or for recording at home or in a studio? Will this be a family instrument, or a performance piece? It\u2019s also important to keep your skill level in mind, because some digital pianos come equipped with built-in lessons, while others have more complex features suited to working professionals.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What type of digital piano should you buy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Digital pianos are a different animal than keyboards. Digital pianos sample acoustic pianos, mimicking their sound. Keyboards don\u2019t, and they instead rely on totally synthesized sounds you can change at will.<\/span><\/p>\n

Digital pianos can be divided into two main groups: slab and console.<\/span><\/p>\n

1: Slab pianos<\/span><\/h3>\n

Slab pianos are compact, relatively lightweight, and portable, making them perfect for traveling, gigging, or small spaces. Slab pianos that don\u2019t have internal speakers are considered \u201cstage slabs\u201d because they\u2019re designed to be used with external amplification.<\/span><\/p>\n

If versatility of use is important, however, internal speakers will allow you to play both at home, in studio, and on location. Slab digital pianos can be bought as stand-alone units, or as kits with the stand, bench, headphones, and pedals included.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Key features:<\/span><\/h4>\n