With modern technology moving along so rapidly, it can be difficult to stay well informed. This article is going to briefly review some of the latest digital keyboard 88's available to piano players of all abilities. Have a read and be amazed at the selection and capabilities of these musical wonders.
While all of these electronic keyboards share the same features of 88 keys, touch sensitivity, various instrument voices, recording devices, music libraries, and the usual basics one should expect from a keyboard digital piano, they all have their individual features. Of course, one would be remiss to forget to mention that they all weigh next to nothing, take up almost no space, and one was written up as being able to be stored in your closet! Maintenance free is another bonus with these technological keyboards. You will never have to call out the piano tuner ever again. Additionally, many now come with natural wood finishes to suit any decor.
Kurzweil digital piano- Mark 12i. This digital piano has an amazing selection of 325 sounds including French horn, concert grand, banjo, trumpet, etc. This digital piano 88 has a unique feature called "Edu-Games" which includes a chord dictionary, scale tester, and ear training games involving melody, harmony and rhythm. This Kurzweil digital piano also has "Anyone can Play" which ensures that even if you have never played a piano before you can end up sounding like Elton John with just the press of a few buttons. The Kurzweil manufacturers have also included in the flash ROM a permament system upgrade, so you don't end up with obsolete software. Another great little option was the arpeggiator, which can convert your chords into arpeggios for you.
No article on digital piano 88 keys would be complete without a mention of the Yamaha range. All of the Yamaha digital piano keyboards mentioned below feature the graded hammer system. This ensures an authentic feel when playing, giving the pianist a natural piano touch.
Yamaha p70 digital piano. This little electronic marvel has an astonishing 127 levels of pedal depth. No pianist could not be impressed by the level of control over the foot pedals. This model also had an amplifier with 6 watts/channel.
Yamaha p140s digital piano. This model has built in speakers and 50 preset songs. Learners are able to practice one hand at a time whilst having as an accompaniment your practice piece. This model also boasts the genuine feel of a traditional piano.
Yamaha ydp213 digital piano. This masterpiece plays the sound of a concert grand piano. The unique feature of this electronic keyboard 88 is that it has 3 pedals just like a grand piano. These are used traditionally as damper, soft and sostenuto.
For the learner right through to the accomplished pianist, there is a digital piano 88 keyboard for you. Whether you want to teach yourself, sound like you have been playing forever, or want to play with all the gadgets that a traditional piano does not provide, Electronic keyboard 88's are just waiting for you.
