Creative endeavors are often expensive, but learning to play the piano doesn’t have to break the bank. I’ve tested various entry-level instruments to see how far you can go on a tight budget.
The YDP-105 is the successor to the YDP-103, Yamaha’s popular entry-level model. In this review, I will go through the best and worst things about the YDP-105 and see how it compares to its predecessor.
I will also discuss who it suits most and if it’s worth upgrading for existing YDP-103 owners.
The Korg Liano is an 88-key, budget-friendly stage piano aimed primarily at beginners. With a few premium touches, Korg’s Liano should provide stiff competition to every other keyboard in its class. Having tested many beginner keyboards, I’d expect the Liano to deliver a good piano sound in a...
The Roland RP701 is an 88-key digital piano that sits in the intermediate range but has a few genuinely premium features. It blends the traditional piano look with modern touches in a relatively small package.
The RD-2000 EX is the latest edition of Roland’s flagship stage piano. Roland’s RD series has been around for many years and is always a reliable choice. In this review, I’ll highlight the difference between the RD-2000 EX and the older RD-2000 and discuss the merits of both in 2025.
Keyboard riffs don’t always develop the same legendary status that iconic guitar riffs do, but we keyboardists have our moments. I’ve been thinking about the most iconic keyboard riffs of all time, particularly those that shape many musicians’ early working lives.
Many things can make a great pianist, but often, the truest measure of greatness is the impact or influence a musician has on others. In this article, I’m looking at the most influential female pianists of all time.
When I review a digital piano from Korg, I typically expect high quality across the board, with maybe a few minor exceptions. The Korg XE20 is something a bit different; it’s a hybrid digital piano/arranger. Let’s see what it has to offer.
Korg is known for making some of the best modern digital pianos on the market. In this Korg C1 Air review, I’m looking at a piano that showcases that modern, sleek design. I will discuss the most important aspects of the piano, like how it sounds and feels, along with interesting design and...
Studiologic is one of my favorite manufacturers for a few reasons, not least because it’s drastically undervalued. Despite being undervalued, in my opinion, Studiologic has a habit of over-delivering value for money. The Numa Compact SE is an affordable stage piano, and in this review, I’ll discuss...