Experts recommend Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit more than Yamaha P-45
As of 16 Jan 2025, experts prefer Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit over Yamaha P-45, but both Digital Pianos have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit received 1 recommendation: from Luxury Pianos (22 Feb 2021). Yamaha P-45 was also endorsed 1 times: by Luxury Pianos (22 Feb 2021). However, experts generally ranked Yamaha P-45 lower than Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit 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  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | N/A | $140 |  Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit The Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit is a highly recommended option for beginners to intermediate players who are looking for a portable and affordable digital piano with good piano action, impressive sound quality, and a variety of instrument voices. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| 51 | N/A | $400 |  Yamaha P-45 The Yamaha P-45 is a highly recommended digital piano with a full-size keyboard, realistic feel, excellent sound quality, and portability, making it suitable for beginners and professionals alike. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 8 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 22 Feb 2021 Luxury Pianos ranked Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit as #5 and Yamaha P-45 as #8
Rank Digital Piano Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 10 Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit Best 61 keys digital piano... ... ... #8 out of 10 Yamaha P-45 Light and portable... ... ... Source: luxury-pianos.com
After counting and adding up the 73 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit outranks Yamaha P-45. This is not to say that Yamaha P-45 is a bad option. Like Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Rockjam Keyboard 561 Superkit nor Yamaha P-45 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 | - | Check price |  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: 1
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by Digital Piano Review | 70 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 70 |
| Lowest score by Digital Piano Review | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Rockjam 561 Keyboard Review: Features, Pros, Cons, and Much More
The Rockjam 561 is a versatile and affordable keyboard package that is suitable for both beginners and more experienced musicians. It comes with all the necessary accessories, including a keyboard stand, padded seat, and headphones, making it a complete package at an unbeatable price.
+ pros
- Comes with a complete package including a keyboard stand, padded seat, and headphones.
- Has all the features needed for learning and practicing, as well as recording and creating songs.
- Offers a wide range of instrument voices and backing instruments for added enjoyment.
- Suitable for both beginners and more experienced musicians.
- Affordable price compared to purchasing accessories separately.
- cons
- No USB connection, limiting access to learning apps.
- Only compatible with iPad or iPhone.
- No port for a sustain pedal.
- Default volume setting is at full volume, which can be startling.
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Expert reviews [19]
Total expert reviews: 19
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 13
| Highest score by PianoReport | 100 |
| Average score based on 19 reviews | 78 |
| Lowest score by Digital Piano Review | 60 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Yamaha P45B Review [After Thorough Use]
The Yamaha P45B is a high-quality digital piano that offers a realistic acoustic piano experience at an affordable price. With its advanced features such as graded hammer standard action and upgraded polyphony, it is a great instrument for beginners and students.
+ pros
- Advanced Wave Memory (AWM) Technology: The author highlights the AWM technology used in the P45B, which records the most authentic sound of an acoustic piano and creates a deeper, richer, and more spacious sound.
- Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) weighted action: The GHS weighted action provides a realistic touch and feel of a real acoustic piano, making it a great learning instrument for beginners.
- 64-note Polyphony: The upgraded 64-note polyphony allows for playing moderately dense musical passages without cutting off any dropped notes.
- Dual/Split Mode: The Dual Mode and Split Mode features allow for more versatile and creative performances by combining different voices or splitting the keyboard into different sounds.
- USB connectivity: The USB-to-Host port enables easy connection with computers and mobile devices, expanding the possibilities for educational, music creation, and entertainment purposes.
- Reverb and Chorus Effect: The addition of Chorus and Reverb effects enhances the sound quality and provides richer sound effects.
- Single Button Function: The Single Button feature allows for easy and quick access to various settings and functions of the piano.
- Additional Features and Accessories: The P45B comes with additional features such as a metronome and ECO operation, as well as accessories like a music rest, sustain pedal, and power adapter.
- cons
- Lack of recording option: The author mentions that the P45B does not have a recording option, which could have been a valuable addition to the piano's features.
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From Seller:
- The RockJam 561 keyboard piano super kit boasts a digital keyboard with 61 full-size keys, offering the authentic feel of a traditional piano within a compact, portable design, perfect for both beginners and seasoned musicians.
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From Seller:
- Includes the P45 Digital Piano, power adapter, sustain pedal and music rest
- 88 fully weighted piano style keys simulate the feel of an acoustic piano and provide a quality playing experience
- GHS weighted action is heavier in the low end and lighter in the high end, just like an acoustic piano
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