Beginner Piano Keyboards
Buying a keyboard can be a daunting task. We recommend that you read our "How to Buy a Keyboard" article to learn more. To simplify the process even further, we have done the research for you. Below are some examples of keyboards at different price ranges that will work well for the beginning piano student. Please note that we are not affiliated with any of the below mentioned websites. The links provided are to websites which offer these keyboards at inexpensive prices.
Casio-CTK3000 - This is a very simple, inexpensive keyboard. You shouldn't buy anything more simplistic for a beginner. You can order it online at www.zZounds.com, or save the $10.99 shipping fee by buying it at your local Costco.
- 61 Keys
- Touch sensitive
- Built-in speakers
- Stereo headphones included
- Stand included
- Power adapter included
- Keys not weighted
- Cost from zZounds.com
- Keyboard - $149.95 - Buy it here
- Shipping - $10.99
- Grand Total = $160.94
Casio-WK200 - This is a great, inexpensive keyboard for beginners. You can buy it online at www.musiciansfriend.com. The total online price is $239.22. With the Casio-WK200 you're going to be spending $65.16 more than the Casio-CTK3000. The biggest difference between these two keyboards is that the WK200 has 76 keys where the CTK3000 has only 61. It may also be available at Costco.
- 76 Keys
- Touch sensitive
- Built-in speakers
- Comes with headphones if ordered from Musician's Friend
- Keys not weighted
- Stand/power adapter not included
- Cost from musicianfriends.com
- Keyboard - $179.99 - Buy it Here
- Stand - $19.99 - Buy it here
- Power Adapter - $19.99 - Buy it here
- Free shipping when bought from Musician's Friend
- Grand Total = $219.97
Casio CDP-100 - This is definitely one of the most inexpensive 88 key, weighted keyboards on the market. It's a steal for only $399.99 from www.musiciansfriend.com. It's a $220 upgrade from the Casio-WK200, but you're getting quite a bit for your money. The CDP-100 should work well for just about anyone through years of piano lessons.
- 88 keys
- Touch sensitive
- Weighted keys
- Built-in speakers
- Comes with headphones if ordered with Musician's Friend
- Pedal included
- Power adapter included
- Cost from musiciansfriend.com
- Keyboard - $399.99 - Buy it here
- Stand - $29.99 - Buy it here
- Free shipping when bought from Musician's Friend
- Grand Total = $429.98
M-Audio DCP-200 Digital Console Piano - The M-Audio is a digital piano. It looks like an acoustic piano with a dark woodgrain finish. It has everything you would need as a beginner or even as a more experienced player. If you want to start learning piano, but also want a nice piece of furniture, this is one of the most inexpensive options. It also includes three pedals and a piano bench. The digital piano is available online at www.musiciansfriend.com.
- 88 keys
- Touch sensitive
- Weighted keys
- Built-in speakers
- Three pedals included
- Power adapter included
- Piano bench included
- Cost from target.com
- Keyboard - $899.99 - Buy it here
- Free shipping when bought from Musician's Friend
- Grand Total = $899.99