Experts recommend Yamaha P71 more than Yamaha P125
As of 16 Jan 2025, experts prefer Yamaha P71 over Yamaha P125, but both Digital Pianos have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Yamaha P71 received 2 recommendations: from Gearank (25 Aug 2024) and Luxury Pianos (22 Feb 2021). By contrast, Yamaha P125 received only 1 recommendation from Gearank (25 Aug 2024).
| 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  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | - | $450 |  Yamaha P71 The Yamaha P71 is a highly regarded digital piano with a full-sized keyboard, realistic touch, exceptional sound quality, and portability, making it suitable for beginners and intermediate players. | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 25 Aug 2024 Gearank ranked Yamaha P71 as #3 and Yamaha P125 as #4
Rank Digital Piano Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Yamaha P71 Best Digital Piano Under 500#4 out of 5 Yamaha P125 Best Digital Piano Under $750... ... ... Source: www.gearank.com - On 22 Feb 2021 Luxury Pianos ranked Yamaha P71 as #2
Rank Digital Piano ... ... #2 out of 10 Yamaha P71 ... ... Source: luxury-pianos.com
After counting and adding up the 73 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Yamaha P71 outranks Yamaha P125. This is not to say that Yamaha P125 is a bad option. Like Yamaha P71, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Yamaha P71 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Yamaha P125 is not.
| 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 [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 |
Expert reviews [23]
Total expert reviews: 23
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 19
| Highest score by pickmypiano.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 23 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by buydigitalpiano.com | 65 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
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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From Seller:
- Acoustic Piano Feel - Touch-sensitive keys allow for true expression and dynamic performance. The weighted action replicates the acoustic piano experience
- Elevated Sound - Choose from 10 unique Voices, including the richness and resonance of a Yamaha grand piano, with full dynamic sound and deep bass
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