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Piano Buying Guide
Updated regularly. Organized first by top picks, and then by budget range (under $1,200). Required piano accessories are not bundled with every recommended piano listed. Accessory list and FAQs below.
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Top Piano Recommendation + Accessories:
Yamaha YDP105B Arius Digital: $1,100
Piano, Stand, Bench
Budget Piano Recommendation:
Casio Privia: $680
Piano Only.
Budget Piano Recommendation + Accessories:
Casio CDP-S360: $620
Comes with Piano, Bench, Stand, Pedal.
Best Piano Seat Recommendation:
“Vevor” Throne: $80
Designed for drumkit yet is height-appropriate for piano. Comes with back rest for back support.
Purchase Recommendations | By Budget
$350 and under
for Brand’s Best | “Yamaha”: 76 keys - $350
for Best Value | ”Best Choice”: 88 keys - $200
for Budget Pick | “RockJam”: 61 keys - $150
$350 to $600
for Brand’s Best | “Roland”: 88 keys - $600
includes Stand & Pedal | “Yamaha”: 88 keys - $450
for Budget Pick | “Casio”: 88 keys - $400
$600 to $850
for Brand’s Best | “Casio”: 88 keys - $680
includes Digital Interface | “NUX”: 88 keys - $670
includes Bench, Stand & Pedal | “Casio”: 88 keys - $620
$850 to $1,000+
for Brand’s Best | “Yamaha”: 88 keys - $1,100
includes Bench, Stand & Pedal | “Kawai”: 88 keys - $1,000
for Budget Pick | “Casio”: 88 keys - $900
Accessories for Piano: Top Recommendations
Bench Recommendation A | “Vevor”: Throne - $80
Bench Recommendation B | “Hamzer”: Bench - $40
Pedal Recommendation A | “M-Audio” Sustain Pedal - $25
Pedal Recommendation B | “Yamaha” Sustain Pedal - $30
Stand Recommendation A | “Gleam”: Double X - $32
Stand Recommendation B | “Gleam”: Z Style - $50
FAQs
FAQ: What is your top piano purchase recommendation?
Yamaha Arius - has the bench and music stand in addition to the piano. Scroll to the top of the page for all my top recommendations on gear!
FAQ: What if I have another piano purchase recommendation that I’m considering?
This piano buying guide is designed to supplement your research in purchasing a piano keyboard, as well as providing additional context for the instrument (via accessories) so that the playing experience is optimal. Whatever you purchase, I hope that this points you in the direction of the piano keyboard that best suits whoever will use it.
FAQ: Are these affiliate links?
No.
FAQ: What if I want to spend under $500 for something I can invest in for at least 4-5 years?
This piano buying guide is organized by budget tier so that you can easily total under $500, including the accessories. If for some reason you want to up the budget, there are plenty of other options in higher price ranges to choose from.
FAQ: Why did you recommend a seat for drumkits instead of a regular piano bench?
This was specific - after years of dealing with lack of back support while learning the instrument (started at age 4, now in my 30s), I spent time deeply researching and discussing with pianist colleagues on the best solution. The drum throne feels like a mini-office chair, and I would highly suggest selecting the throne over the bench.
FAQ: Do you teach music lessons?
Yes! Limited openings for piano and music theory & production courses are available virtually, in-person (NYC & LI areas), and in-home for applicants who inquire below.