In our tests we found the GrandTouch key action with its Linear Graded Hammer emulation offers a truly authentic touch that will easily convert anyone sceptical of digital pianos.Īs you’d expect, digital pianos offer a wealth of features that simply aren’t possible with a traditional acoustic piano. The groundbreaking 700 series features the latest technology developed by Yamaha to perfectly recreate the feel and sound of an acoustic piano.
The Clavinova range made its debut way back in 1983, and it’s fair to say that the technology has progressed significantly since then! While the original Clavinova digital pianos looked somewhat piano-like and sounded great for the time, the new 700 series is in a completely different league. Keys may be too heavy for very young players So, whether you're playing to accompany your own voice, performing a beautiful classical concerto, or setting the mood with smooth jazz, the best digital pianos really can do it all. The technology housed inside these digital instruments is getting better and better with every passing year, meaning the tone and feel - and in many cases, the aesthetic - are edging ever closer to their acoustic brethren. We are currently living in the golden age of digital pianos. We will only suggest a digital piano if we believe it's worth your hard-earned cash.
We've spent hours testing each and every piano in this guide to ensure they are worthy of their place in our round-up.