{"id":1937,"date":"2022-11-10T01:29:35","date_gmt":"2022-11-10T01:29:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keyboard4kids.com\/?p=1937"},"modified":"2022-11-12T04:20:58","modified_gmt":"2022-11-12T04:20:58","slug":"whats-the-best-piano-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/keyboard4kids.com\/whats-the-best-piano-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s the best piano for beginners?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Ever wondered, what’s the best piano for beginners?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before starting your musical journey, it’s important to select the right instrument. But choosing the right instrument can be challenging with so many options available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, should I buy an upright, digital, or grand? Do I need a piano with all 88 keys? What brands are actually <\/em>reliable? And what about weighted or semi-weighted keys?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to answer these questions, let’s take a look at the different types of pianos, each with their pros and cons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Piano Type #1: Digital Pianos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Digital pianos<\/strong> are a convenient and affordable option for students just starting out and can offer many benefits that are lacking from regular acoustic pianos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, digital pianos don’t require tuning or repair, are easy to transport, and are generally cheaper than regular pianos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They’re also sold with many options ranging from all 88 keys with a fully-weighted action to 61 keys or less with a semi-weighted action and some with a no weighted-action option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’ve been teaching piano now for over 25 years, and I think a great start for beginners is a keyboard with a minimum of 61 full-size keys and touch sensitivity features.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is touch sensitivity or touch response?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Touch sensitivity is simply the ability to express notes louder or softer based on how hard you press the keys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a very important feature<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without it, students won’t learn to control dynamics, which is essential to learning how to play expressively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, most digital pianos on the market today have this feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other important general considerations when purchasing a digital piano:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sustain Pedal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Make sure the keyboard includes a sustain pedal <\/strong>or at least has an input to accommodate a <\/strong>pedal. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even beginning students need to use the pedal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pedals can be purchased separately as long as there is a plug-in for the pedal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Remember the Keyboard Stand!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some keyboards do not include a stand, so be sure to purchase one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An adjustable stand<\/strong> is preferable so that it can be situated properly for the student’s height. Here is an example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Recommended digital pianos:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For Pre-Schoolers<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you happen to have a super eager learner who is very young, be sure to make it fun and purchase a simple keyboard that can be easily accessed on the floor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes<\/strong>, the floor<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 for toddlers! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toddlers absolutely love<\/em><\/strong> to explore keyboards, and I can remember like it was yesterday at being surprised that our two year-old son, immediately became drawn to the keyboard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He learned by pressing buttons and turning dials to find his favorite pre-recorded songs and sounds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let your children explore and do not become overly protective of the keyboard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most keyboards are virtually <\/em>indestructible and if you start with a super inexpensive version when your children are young, you won’t even think about the keyboard being \u201cruined.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can usually find one at a thrift store or pawn shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is an example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With 400 tones, 77 rhythms, and 60 songs, the Casio Casiotone<\/a><\/strong>, 61-Key Portable Keyboard with USB, Black (CT-S200BK), is around $139 new and I’m certain a similar version could even be found at a thrift store or online marketplace for even less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For Ages 6 and up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For beginners ages 6 and up, the Yamaha PSRE373<\/a><\/em><\/strong> is a great option. It features a 61-key touch sensitive keyboard with variety of high-quality sounds and effects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Price<\/strong>: $199<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n