From reading on here, I see that the X stands are not recommended because they aren't very secure. Are the Double X stands better? For instance, Yamaha has a Double one, though reviews on Amazon say that the bolts or straps don't line up with the P-45 models. I am also having trouble finding a Z-stand that sounds compatible. The other option is to use the piano on a desk or table for the time being until I can talk hubby into building a wooden stand similar to the furniture stand that Yamaha sells (which seems greatly overpriced!). Has anyone made their own stand and have details? Also, is it recommended to get an adjustable bench or stool? Feel free to recommend your favorites (or point me to a good deal!)

hey y'all! i was wondering if you have any recommendations for stands for a yamaha p71/p45. i currently use a single x stand but it's very shaky when i play and it's starting to become irritating.

I’m looking for a piano stand for my Yamaha P45/P71, preferably around $30. I also prefer one with adjustable height! Any recommendations? Do you prefer an X or Z stand for digital pianos?

Keyboard stand for Yamaha P115, P45, and P71 digital piano models. Used for 4 years, good condition.

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I am in the market for a beginner piano for my daughter. I was suggested P45. Today I see Yamaha p71 on Amazon prime deals.

Is P71 similar to P45? I read that P45 has better keys ? Can any one confirm. Will I regret if I went with P71!?

Sorry I don't have much idea about pianos, need one for my daughter asap.

Edit: Throwing another piano into the mix:

Amazon: p71 -> $399

Costco FP10 bundle (with furniture stand and bench) -> $550

What should I pick !!

My daughter (8 years old) is going to be starting piano lessons. I’d rather not get something that needs an immediate upgrade, so I’m looking at one of these that should last a handful of years (and if she gets really invested and needs an upgrade sooner, all the better).

I can get a used but never played Yamaha P71 through Reverb for about $400 total, and it includes a stand. Or, I could shop locally and buy new. With a stand, the P-143 or Roland FP-10 would cost around $565 new with a stand and tax.

I’m guessing that the latter two are better to some degree and wouldn’t have the risk of being used and shipping across the country. But $165ish more?

For what it’s worth, in all my years as a musician, I’ve mostly bought used equipment (mostly guitars, pedals, amps, etc). There generally isn’t a ton of risk of buying used, even sight unseen for electric guitars/amps/pedals. Though, I’m not sure of how it’s for digital pianos.

What advice do you have?

I recently got back into playing piano and bought a Yamaha P71 (absolutely loving it so far). Unfortunately, the locking straps on my chromacast stand aren't long enough to reach the part of the keyboard where you're supposed to put in the screws.

Does anyone have recommendations on locking straps that can reach ~9 inches or more in length when fully secured?

A few years ago I was looking at digital pianos in the $500-$650 price range and came to the conclusion that the Yamaha P45 was the way to go. I'm looking to buy more seriously now, and times change. Have there been any recent releases that are a better recommendation? Thanks!

If this is the wrong subreddit for this please direct me and Ill delete this post.

So I bought a Yamaha P71 in 2021 and a stand for it. I was wondering what price I should resell it at. I gave up the piano in the first 6 months I had it so it has just been collecting dust. I also have that alfred book for it.

Thank you.

edit: I bought it. I love the action, and love the sound when hooked up to my DT 990 headphones or my 5.1 speaker surround sound. More than good enough. I've played probably 3,000 hours on a dozen different pianos, and to me the action is either good enough or it's not.. this one is clearly good enough. The built in speakers do suck pretty badly to be honest, though I'm not doing them any favors as I'm playing on a table-top, maybe they sound better with an actual stand.

The Yamaha P71, the Amazon exclusive version of the P45, is identical to the P45 in every way. It is "on sale" for $450. From reviews I see that it's a good deal, but it's small speakers don't do it justice.. despite this, people do enjoy it's tone. I've talked with people who own, or have played, a full range of digital pianos in the price range, and some of them prefer the P45 sound to many others, namely with a better audio set up. People say the P125 is great because it has better speakers, but I'm wondering if that makes much difference for me.

I have a 5.1 speaker set-up, and a great pair of open-ear headphones, I'm wondering if I use those when playing instead of the built-in speakers, if it would be good enough? I don't do shows, I don't use midi, I just want a piano to play that sounds decent, has a decent action, and will last a half decade.

I've been playing for a decade, basically on any piano I can find, and I enjoy it. I've always wanted a piano of my own, I honestly think a lot of the features of the more premium pianos seem gimmicky.. in all my years playing I've always just turned the thing on and played. Will I be able to do that with decent success on the P45? Are there real alternatives at the $400-500 price range that would offer someone like me something the P45 couldn't? I'm open to discussion.

Currently I’m using a Yamaha ESR373 and I recently noticed a a P71 with a wooden stand and seat on OfferUp for 350$, it looks like a good deal and most of the reviews I see online say nothing bad. But I’ve only been consistently playing recently for about 2 weeks (sporadically for the past 1 year). Is it a smart idea for me to upgrade to the P71 and is 350$ a fair price?

For it is just the question which one is worth buying at a used price;

• Kawai for $570 with packaging, manual pedal, and stand

• P45 for $425 with stand and pedal

• Or P71B for $380 in a sealed package with stand and pedal.

I was able to save money so I could buy any one of them, but I am just not too sure where to start as a beginner. I used to jingle on my moms old piano, but never actually learned how to play. I know basics from my high school class.

PS: I am sorry, I quite a few people ask similar questions...

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I think I am settled on either the Yamaha P45 or P71 for my 14 yr. old daughter for Christmas as a beginner. Both are currently $499 on Amazon. It looks like the main pros of upgrading to the P125 is better speakers (and on top of the board, vs. the bottom), more sounds, and the ability to record? Anything else that would make it worth the extra $200 or will we be happy with the lower model? Also, I've noticed some websites show a P125A and P125B, what is the difference between these and just the P125?

She wants a good piano sound and a few other sounds to play with, like strings, which it looks like the 45/71 have. She said recording would be a nice bonus, but not sure how much she would use that. Also curious if you recommend purchasing an extended warranty on a Yamaha? The sales girl at Guitar Center that we talked to has a P45 and she suggested getting the extended warranty because Yamaha only offers a limited 1 yr. warranty and they are hard to work with if you have issues that they do not consider factory defects. Not sure if this was a sales pitch to sell me the extra warranty through the store, or if she was offering a good tip.