Experts recommend Yamaha P125 more than Korg SP-280
As of 16 Jan 2025, experts prefer Yamaha P125 over Korg SP-280, but both Digital Pianos have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Yamaha P125 received 1 recommendation: from Gearank (25 Aug 2024). Korg SP-280 was also endorsed 1 times: by Prime Sound (5 Dec 2024). However, experts generally ranked Korg SP-280 lower than Yamaha P125 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Digital Piano | PianoDreamers  | Rolling Stone  | Gearank  | The Guitar Junky  | Music Radar  | Prime Sound  | Best Digital Piano  | Equipboard  | Run The Music  | Luxury Pianos  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | N/A | $650 |  Yamaha P125 The Yamaha P125 is a highly regarded digital piano that offers a realistic playing experience, high-quality sound, portability, and durability, making it suitable for both professional musicians and beginners. | - | - | 4 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 47 | N/A | Check price |  Korg SP-280 The Korg SP-280 is a highly recommended digital piano that offers a realistic playing experience, exceptional sound quality, and portability, making it suitable for pianists of all levels. | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 5 Dec 2024 Prime Sound ranked Korg SP-280 as #7
Rank Digital Piano Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 10 Korg SP-280 Best Volume Potential... ... ... Source: primesound.org - On 25 Aug 2024 Gearank ranked Yamaha P125 as #4
Rank Digital Piano Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 5 Yamaha P125 Best Digital Piano Under $750... ... ... Source: www.gearank.com
After counting and adding up the 73 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Yamaha P125 outranks Korg SP-280. This is not to say that Korg SP-280 is a bad option. Like Yamaha P125, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Korg SP-280 nor Yamaha P125 were recommended by key experts who publish Digital Pianos recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Digital Piano | PianoDreamers | Rolling Stone | Gearank | The Guitar Junky | Music Radar | Prime Sound | Best Digital Piano | Equipboard | Run The Music | Luxury Pianos |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price |  Roland RD-2000 The Roland RD-2000 is a highly praised digital piano that offers a realistic playing experience, exceptional sound quality, and durability, making it a versatile and reliable choice for professional musicians and performers. | - | - | - | - |
- | 8 | 3 | - | 1 | - |
| 2 | - | $500 |  Roland FP-10 The Roland FP-10 is a highly regarded digital piano that offers a realistic playing experience, versatile features, and impressive sound quality in a compact and durable instrument. | 3 | - | - | - | 2 | - | - | - | 4 | - |
| 3 | +1 | $179 |  Casio Casiotone CT-S300 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | - |
| 4 | -1 | $229 |  Alesis Recital | - | - | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 |
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Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 6
Expert reviews [18]
Total expert reviews: 18
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 14
| Highest score by BestDigitalPianoGuides | 100 |
| Average score based on 18 reviews | 77 |
| Lowest score by Doom Squad Music | 40 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Rich, dynamic acoustic piano sounds that are enjoyable to play
- Authentic vintage electric piano sounds, perfect for live performance.Power Consumption : 15W
- Natural Weighted Hammer Action (NH) keyboard faithfully reproduces the touch of an acoustic piano
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From Seller:
- GHS weighted action is heavier in the low keys and lighter in the high keys, just like an acoustic piano.
- The special matte black key tops are designed to absorb moisture and remain tactile after extended use without becoming slippery.
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