Keyboard Guide

Casio Privia Case is lightweight and has a very slim profile to it. Its compatible with most Privia pianos (can be used with other keyboard brands as well), and is long enough to accommodate 88 keys keyboards. Comfortable shoulder strap and zippered pockets. Comes with couple of pockets to keep accessories. The keyboard cover provides […]

Synthesizer / Synth Keyboard Repair: Find a List of Specialists Synthesizer / Synth Keyboard Repair – Find a list of repair specialists who can handle any problem related to your digital piano keyboard instrument. Any repair work on your electronic keyboard is best left to the professionals. You should not open your keyboard and try […]

Being a digital piano keyboard player can be a very rewarding experience. In fact any musician who has the skills to use the digital medium effectively has a good chance of survival in this profession. The music profession is one of the most competitive professions out there and you really need a combination of several […]

John Lennon’s piano, used for composing songs for the Beatles, was bought by Colts owner Jim Irsay through Auction. The piano was used to compose songs for “Sgt. Pepper’s” album including “Lucy In the Sky With Diamonds”, “A Day In The Life” as well as many other songs. I’m elated to now be the steward […]

  Piano brands – Here is a list of the major piano makers of traditional upright and grand acoustic pianos! Some of these manufacture digital pianos as well.  We all know that traditionally, acoustic pianos have been a complex instrument to manufacture, and it is still today. It may have gone through various iterations over […]

Best Yamaha Keyboard Reviews. In the world of musical instruments, especially pianos and keyboards, Yamaha is one of the most trusted brands. Yamaha keyboards include a wide range of instruments catering to the needs of both beginners as well as experienced players. Besides making beginner electronic keyboards, Yamaha makes top-class digital pianos and synthesizers (they […]

Yamaha PSR-E463 and PSR-EW410 are top-end (flagship models) of the Yamaha PSR-E series of portable keyboards. This series includes educational keyboards which comes with several educational features, and are ideally meant for beginners. However, the PSR-E463 and PSR-EW410 keyboards come with few advanced features, and use better samples and speaker system, which will appeal to […]

Hamzer is a relatively lesser known brand that makes beginner keyboards. While this one is a 61 key keyboard, its only for novices who just want to have fun, and don’t really care about the sound quality. Not that it is a bad keyboard, but if you look at the price, you will realize that […]

The Williams Overture 2 is an affordable 88 Key Digital Piano that looks good, has a decent set of features, and is suitable for beginners who are keen to learn the piano but don’t want to spend a lot on a grand piano. Available in a luxurious ebony gloss finish. For the price, this is […]

MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A MIDI connection enables you to talk to Computer, Software, Keyboard and other Digital Instruments. Learn more about MIDI connections. Introduction I am sure you must have heard the word MIDI before. Those who are wondering what it means, here’s a simplified guide. In short, MIDI allows musical […]

Learn how to record and create your own Audio CD at home, using your computer. Its a great time to setup your own studio and start producing your own music. Its not expensive to get the right recording gear for your studio, which can be setup even in one of your bedrooms. We will also […]

Analog vs. Digital Synthesizers: Understand the basics of these popular types of synthesizers. For someone who has grown p playing electronic keyboards and digital pianos, synthesizers and midi controllers may seem like an alien instrument, despite the familiar looks. For many, a synthesizer comes across as a complex instrument, and to further add to the […]

Before he died, music-legend Prince had asked ALPHA Pianos to build a special edition of their ALPHA Grand piano, to be used on the final European leg of the Piano & A Microphone Tour. Unfortunately, Prince died before the ALPHA piano could be delivered to him. Almost a year later, Prince’s longtime pianist Morris Hayes […]

Best affordable music keyboards for absolute beginners in the ($100-$200) price range. You will find several 61-key keyboards in this price range, some with touch sensitive keys, and some with mini sized versions as well. Introduction There are a lot of inexpensive options available to beginners nowadays, and depending on how you’re going to use […]

Pros and Cons of Korg X-50 vs. Yamaha MM6 vs. Roland JUNO-G 61-Key Synthesizer Keyboard? I intend to buy a 61 key music synthesizer keyboard, which I will be using mostly for studio work. I will be using it mostly for pop / jazz / acoustic type of sounds, and occasionally for rock music. After […]

Announcing the Digital Technics Organ Models. Here’s a review of the various Technics Organs including Technics SX-C600, SX-FA1, SX-F100, FN3, G100 and SX-U90. This is the place to watch out for if you are looking for sale of Technics Organs. The various Technics organ Models: Technics SX-C600 Technics SX-FA1 Technics SX-F100 Technics FN3 Technics G100 […]

This Williams ESS1 Essentials package includes a power supply, sustain pedal and a pair of headphones, basically accessories that help you to practice better. Pros: Contains useful keyboard accessories to enhance your piano playing Cons: Not the best quality but does the job, many feel that this pack should be part of the piano purchase. […]

This is the place to buy used Technics Piano, Keyboard, Organ and Synthesizer. Find good condition keyboards on sale, and know prices for your digital keyboard instrument. The popularity and owners of Technics keyboards, organs and pianos may be diminishing in the US but in other parts of the world, especially Europe and Australia, there […]

If you’re a world class musician, what piano would you have in your living room? Perhaps a German Steinway, Bechstein or Bosendorfer? That’s what most would think. However, it seems the cognoscenti (those who are well informed about pianos) & some of the famous musicians prefer Estonia pianos, not just for their lush & romantic […]

Technics Digital Pianos: Reviews, prices for buying & selling, and most common repair problems of these Pianos from Panasonic. Technics SX PR, PX, P Digital Piano Series. You rarely come across instances where brands that are doing very well in the market gets stopped being manufactured / supported. Here is one example of a super […]

Serafim Keybo is a projection keyboard (and piano) that transforms any flat surface into your personal keyboard or piano. When used as a keyboard, you can use 4 different language setups including English, Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese. You can also use the Serafim Keybo to create music, as it can be used as a fully […]

Casio Privia PX-780 is placed one model below the flagship model in the Privia series, but the good thing is that you get almost all the features for a lower price. The 88-key piano comes with wooden stand, 3-pedal system, powerful 4-speaker system. You get fully weighted keyed, simulated ebony and ivory keys that feel […]

Most piano benches already come padded, but then not all of them do. Besides, there are several reasons why you would need spare piano bench cushions. Types of Piano Bench Covers & Cushions Once you are sure you need one, you need to select the right one, since there are several types of bench covers. […]

Piano Keyboards Buyers Guide: This is the place where you should begin if you’re new to keyboard instruments. This guide includes everything you need to know about keyboards. Popular Digital Piano Keyboard Articles For years, the piano has been one of the most awe-inspiring musical instruments around; people around the world have enjoyed playing it, […]

A Keyboard Workstation is used a lot for studio work but if you are a performer you can definitely use its stunning sounds for live performances, especially for playing original music. Introduction Keyboard workstations are one of the classiest looking keyboards, usually with full color LCD screen and a glossy chassis. And these are rugged […]

Casio CTK-6250 (vs Casio CTK6200) vs Yamaha PSR-E463 (vs Yamaha PSRE453). Best 61-key keyboards compared. Looking for a 61-keyboard with decent set of features, but not the cheapest one, and also not a professional keyboard? Here are a few options: Casio CTK-6250, Casio CTK6200, Yamaha PSR-E463, Yamaha PSRE453. The Casio CTK6200 and the Yamaha PSRE453 […]

Casio may not be very popular for such products, but of late, Casio has been trying to expand their offerings and want to be seen as a company that not only manufactures good keyboards, but also music technology/electronics equipment. Now that Casio has some cool digital synthesizers, here are reviews of the Casio XW series […]

Yamaha MODX6 is a new mid-range synth, a high performance, yet less expensive variant of the Yamaha Montage workstation. Available in different sizes (61, 76, and 88 keys). Its perfect for musicians/music-makers on the go, because of its compact, lightweight construction. The MODX will come in three models: 49-key MODX6, 76-key MODX7 and 88-key MODX8. […]

Yamaha PSR A3000 61-key Keyboard is a top of the line arranger workstation, perfect for performers who like to play in a wide range of genres, especially, Arabic, Latin and other Asian music. The advanced arranger keyboard features over thousand voices, has several styles, real time scale tuning, big LCD Screen, and Built-in Speakers. Highlights […]

Founded by Alan Robert Pearlman (the brand is named after his initials A.R.P) in 1969, ARP Instruments quickly emerged as a serious threat to Moog Music (pioneers of modular synthesis) and eventually went past them as the world’s leading manufacturer of electronic instruments. ARP was extremely popular in the 1970s for crafting quality analog synthesizers, […]

Yamaha Disklavier Piano: There was a time when you just had acoustic and digital pianos, and they were kept as two different groups with minimum overlapping. But over the years, things have changed and manufacturers today realize that the consumer has become much more demanding. Today an acoustic piano also comes with several features that […]

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Korg recently introduced the Korg D1 digital piano, a mid-range portable stage piano. Its a lightweight (no speakers) piano that you can use for daily practice or even for performing live (though its more for practicing at home). The Korg D1 comes with RH3 key action (found on the more expensive Korg keyboards) and its […]

Question: My Suzuki digital piano model # SS-100 has 8 black and 3 white keys that stick. Where do I find a repair person around Lincoln, Ne? I called Dietz Piano and they do not repair Suzuki Pianos, and inferred it may be a problem to find a repair person. I purchased my piano 10/11/05 […]

Electric piano sounds were prominently used in recordings of Duke Ellington, Sun Ra, and Ray Charles. Classic models like the Wurlitzer 200A and Rhodes Stage 73 continue to fascinate musicians’ even today. While you may be able to get your hands on a vintage model, there are several recent stage pianos with an exciting set […]

Weber Upright & Grand Pianos Bit of History Named after Albert Weber, a young German piano prodigy who migrated from Bavaria, Germany to the US in the quest to make a better piano! In the year 1852, the first of the high quality vertical and horizontal pianos were rolled out under the Weber Company. The […]

Used Piano Appraisals: Know how much your piano is worth. Here’s how to inspect a used piano, and tips and suggestions to help you find pianos for cheap, discounted prices. Piano Appraisal simply means the process of finding out how much a Piano is worth. Normally done by a piano appraiser for a small fee, […]

Yamaha is a leader in producing recording gear, including keyboard synthesizers. Synthesizers are commonly used in popular music with almost every artist using one in their recordings. With a Yamaha synth, you can create exciting sounds and take your performances to new levels. Introduction Yamaha Synthesizers are consistently chosen by musicians of all skill levels […]

Alesis Digital Pianos reviewed here. Alesis has been making cutting edge music gear and recording equipment for few decades now. Although Alesis synths and electronic drum kits are much sought after by musicians, Alesis has been trying to do the same with its digital pianos as well. Few years back, Alesis had come out with […]

Find keyboard manuals / instruction manuals online for electronic keyboard, synthesizer, organ and digital keyboard piano. Check this place out if you have lost your keyboard user manual. A user manual helps you learn a lot more about your keyboard instrument, and its several features. Introduction If you have bought a new digital piano/keyboard, you […]

Yamaha Clavinova CSP Digital Pianos: App driven smart piano that teaches you to play. About the Clavinova CSP Series Yamaha Clavinova already has a couple of series – the CLP and the CVP series, but the CSP series has tools that makes it easier to learn to play the piano. The Clavinova CSP series pianos […]

Chopin’s Piano – A Journey Through Romanticism is a new book that has been published by Paul Kildea (conductor, author and biographer). Books about pianos often explore a particular facet of the instrument—its history, how it works, its effect on society, its contribution to the world of music. Kildea’s book takes a refreshingly different approach. […]

The various piano accompaniment patterns on your piano keyboard is the reason that these instrument are so popular. The built-in rhythm recognizes almost all the possible chords that you play. Also learn how to use the various styles and accompaniment and their variations like Intro, Fill-ins and endings on a music (arranger) keyboard. You should […]

Although not the first company to build two pianos into the same frame, Pleyel (who patented it as “Duo-Clave”) was by far the most successful company that produced large two-pianos. Duo-Clave can be best described as two overstrung pianos in one rectangular case (measuring 1.53m/5 feet – the normal keyboard width – by 2.90m/9 feet […]

Cables & Cords: You can never have enough of cables, especially if your interest is music technology. Introduction Any musician who performs on stage needs to connect their music instruments or mics to the amplifiers. Besides, you also need cables to connect the various equipment together. Another common requirement of any digital piano or keyboard […]

Steinway & Sons is among the world’s top piano makers, known for its high-end (luxury) pianos. Introduction Steinway pianos are used by the top concert pianists (and also those who aspire to be one); their pianos are used in premier piano competitions, and its one of the most represented piano brand in piano schools/conservatories around […]

Suzuki (Baby / Mini) Grand Digital Pianos reviewed here. Want something that looks and sounds better that most of the digital home pianos. Checkout these digital pianos from Suzuki, including baby grand digital pianos. These digital pianos sound and feel as good as acoustic pianos and features several modern features. Best Suzuki Digital Pianos Suzuki […]

Here’s a complete review of Casio CTK6200 61-Key Keyboard, which replaces the outgoing Casio CTK6000. The CTK-6200 is a powerful keyboard, with several features, yet available at a price that many players can afford! Lots of sounds, wide variety of styles, better tonal quality, built-in sequencer and tone editor are some of the functions that […]