Yamaha introduces the new P-121 digital piano, a compact 73-key piano (six octaves) for the performing pianist. Weighing just 22 pounds, its great for gigs and music labs.
This is probably the first time that Yamaha has introduced weighted action, Graded Hammer Standard (GHS), in a 73-key keyboard.
This is also great for serious piano students who want a digital piano with fully weighted keys to practice upon.
The new P-Series digital piano includes the magnificent sound of the Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand piano and comes with built-in speakers
You can also control the features of the Yamaha P-121 via the Smart Pianist app for iOS devices. You can play along to your favorite songs, record audio and/or MIDI performances onto your computer, and do lot more.
- Realistic acoustic piano sounds.
- Fully weighted keyboard
- 24 voices including pianos, electric pianos, clavinet and vibraphone, organ and bass.
- Transpose and split functions
- Several functions can be controlled/selected by pressing buttons along with specific key/s.
- Built-in speakers
- Two 1/4″ outputs, two headphone outputs, USB to Host with MIDI and audio transfer (for single-cable connectivity)
- Use the included sustain pedal or buy any optional pedal unit.
- Weighs: 22 pounds
“We recognize that there are a lot of players who want a fully-weighted keyboard action but are concerned with the weight and size of traditional 88-note, portable digital pianos. The P-121 is designed for these musicians. There is no sacrifice in sound quality or functionality. This is a compact design to provide players with an ultra-portable digital piano option for the home, or to play out,” Yamaha spokesperson
- Pros: Ultra-light, great piano sound, mid-$500 range
- Cons: No real-time control, no display, no modulation wheel
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