Computer Light Keyboard

What is the best keyboard (piano not computer) for a beginning music student?

I am learning to play the piano, but the piano in my dorm is old and out of tune. I would like to get a keyboard so that I can keep it in my room. What are some of the best models, and are the lighted keyboards any good?

I’ve owned both Yamaha and Casio keyboards and I’ve not been very impressed with the Casio’s. Yamaha’s have been great.

For a good keyboard, you can find them at Best Buy or Circuit City. Other stores will also carry some, but the selection might be smaller. For a beginner, I might recommend the YPT-210 which costs about $100. It’s not a full-range keyboard as it only has 61 keys, but beginners don’t use the extreme ends, anyway. Yamaha also has in interesting educational method built in, as well as songs that you can accompany for practice. The other end of the YPT series is the 400 which costs about $200 and can plug into your computer for MIDI composition and playback. After the YPT series, you’re getting into the DGX series which costs $550 & up, something more appropriate for experienced players.

The only drawback is that batteries, ac adapter, stands, etc are not included and have to be bought separately. It is a good recommendation, though, even with the additional $50 for all.

LED light keyboard (DJ style)

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