Digital keyboard decisions for intermediate player, something I won’t outgrow quickly
Hello again. Thank you for your suggestions on my previous posts. Your comments have helped me realize I actually need two keyboards. Something at home, with at least 76 but much prefer preferably 88 keys, with an authentic piano sound, a lighter key action since it seems my hands are getting fatigued more easily now. Some sounds or features are good, but primarily a good sounding digital Piano. I was thinking of the Yamaha 225, but so many of these pianos are listed as good for beginners, I’m an intermediate at this point, and I want a Piano I can grow into and not outgrow too quickly. I was also looking at the Yamaha p 525 which is twice the price, but worth it if I can grow into it and it’s a better match for me, although some of the reviews aren’t that great? I did like the natural light feel of those wooden keys. I don’t want to go much above $15-1700 for a digital Piano, honestly that price is pushing it for me, but I’d be willing to do it for the perfect Piano.
The second keyboard I need would be something very light and portable to take to open mics, etc. Good enough sound for an open Mic, with some arranger features like in the Yamaha 670 that are responsive and interactive to the left hand, 61 keys is OK although 76 or even 88 would be fine as well if very lightweight. The price of this one would depend upon how much I’m spending on the other, lol, I think I want my total output for both to be no more than around $2300, preferably less.
I’m used to Yamaha, but not committed to it if there’s another brand that satisfies my needs. Anyway, now that I’m much more clear on what I need, further advice and input would be so appreciated. Thank you.
Posted Jun 29, 2026, 11:24 PM UTC