On a more positive note (no pun intended!), the buttons and knobs feel tactile.
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Having some assistance in this regard would have done wonders for usability.įor example, the Casio PX-870 comes with the names of the tones and settings marked above the keys, making navigation much easier and less reliant on having the user manual by your side.įortunately, there isn’t too many built-in sounds and functions, so soon enough you will remember the combinations you use most often. While this isn’t uncommon for budget-friendly digital pianos, it’s unfortunate that the YDP-164 doesn’t seek to improve on the lackluster controls of its predecessor. To make the most of the YDP-164, you’ll need to rely on the user manual. Most of the in-depth features of the YDP-164 are accessed via key combinations, which are especially cumbersome if you’re used to the displays and detailed controls found on other digital pianos and on practice keyboards like Yamaha’s PSR range. It limits you to a volume knob and a small number of buttons on the left and right of the keyboard.
The YDP-164 shares the somewhat lackluster control scheme found on the other YDP-series digital pianos. Never going out of tune is one of them, and so is lower prices.īesides these, control is another major advantage of digital pianos. Unfortunately, this is where the YDP-164 falters. Owning a digital piano rather than an acoustic offers several benefits. There isn’t much to say about the foot pedals – they’re excellent all round.ĭo remember to attach these to the pedal jack during assembly. The damper pedal also supports half-pedaling, meaning you’ll have access to more realistic playing. The pedals are solid metal and feel great to play. The YDP-164 comes with a triple-pedal setup (soft, sostenuto and damper) built right into the body. Note: In the US, there are only black and rosewood finishes available for the YDP-164. However, I wouldn’t recommend moving this around on your own.
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While it doesn’t compare to the slimmer, more portable design of other keyboards, it’s still slim enough to fit into most apartment rooms without much hassle. The YDP-164 is sturdy and can stand the test of time. If you were looking for a digital piano for stage use, I’d recommend looking elsewhere. Size-wise, the dimensions are 53.4” x 16.6” x 33.4” (W x D x H). The YDP-164 is designed for home use. The YDP-164 weighs 92.6 lbs (42 kg), which seems heavy, but is perfectly in line with other digital pianos that come with a stand and cabinet speakers. The YDP-series has always focused on playability first and foremost, and the YDP-164 (as well as its predecessor) continues the streamlined approach.Īs expected from digital pianos, you’re getting a full-size, 88-key keyboard, and this includes a pair of stereo speakers built into the chassis.įor home-based use and practice, this is really all you need to start playing.
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The design hasn’t changed much in terms of the externals, and that’s a pro in my books. If you’re familiar with the YDP-163, you’ll feel right at home with the YDP-164.
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