Yamaha Arius YDP-143WH digital piano, white

General

If you want to invest in a piano, you have two choices: an acoustic or a digital piano. Seeing as an acoustic piano is not something everyone can afford or has space for, a digital piano is a great alternative. The Yamaha Arius YDP-143WH in particular is an excellent instrument that suits the decor of any room. The piano sound is outstanding, and it even includes a sample of the well-known Yamaha CF3S grand! Turn on the built-in reverb and you'll feel like you're performing in a concert hall.

Properties of the Yamaha Arius YDP-143WH

With 192 voices, you'll have a polyphony at your disposal that any concert pianist would envy. Whether you play or Tchaikovsky or Tibetan pop, you don't have to worry about hearing any dropped notes. And, if you've found inspiration in the middle of the night, you can record your session directly using the built-in recorder. iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch users can connect to the Arius with these devices using a special free app. Connecting to your computer is as easy as plugging a USB cable in and using your DAW software to record and edit your playing.

Digital pianos: are they really that great?

Yes! And the further technology advances, the bigger and more resounding that "yes" becomes. Of course, decades ago, matters were different—lower quality, less expression. Luckily though, these days a digital piano is an excellent alternative to a real piano. The advantages are numerous: a digital piano is less expensive, easier to transport (especially up the stairs), and a headphone jack is available so you can practice in peace. Above all, a digital piano with the sound of a grand concert piano fits easily into any decor. A real piano, of course, is and will remain irreplaceable, but a digital model definitely wins in practicality and affordability.