AudioFu Chart · November 2026
Best Stage Pianos 2026
The top pick is Roland FP-10 88-Key Digital Portable Piano ($445). Yamaha P-45 Digital Piano gives you the most for the money at $334. Clavia Nord Electro 7 HP leads the high end. Ranked by the AudioFu Index from 71 models across 13 brands, prices checked every night.
Last updated: November 10, 2026
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- Weight12.3 kg
- Keys88 keys
- Key actionWeighted keys
You get 88 keys with hammer action, so playing feels closer to a real piano under your fingers. It has many built-in sounds, including pianos, electric pianos, organs and strings, and you can split or layer them. It suits you if you want one keyboard for practice or playing at home, with a power supply, music holder and pedal already in the box.
Pros
- 88 keys with hammer action for a realistic piano touch
- PHA-4 standard keyboard gives you a consistent playing feel
- SuperNATURAL technology with 4 pianos, 2 electric pianos and 9 other instruments
Cons
- Weighs 12.3 kg, so it is not very easy to carry around
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$445 now$445€398 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight14 kg
This digital piano feels very much like a real one thanks to the Ivory Feel keys and triple sensor. It plays over 300 sounds and connects easily via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for lessons. It is a solid choice for players who want authentic touch without needing extra gear.
Pros
- Ivory Feel PHA-4 keys for realistic touch
- Triple sensor technology for better response
- 256-voice polyphony handles complex pieces well
Cons
- No external control panel or knobs for tweaking
- Limited to standard 88 keys only
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Index↓ 13.7%since Sep 2 · lowest so far$984 · Sep 2$850 now$850€759 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight11.5 kg
You get a full 88-key keyboard with weighted keys, so it feels closer to a real piano under your fingers. It has built-in speakers and comes with a music stand and sustain pedal, so you can set it up and start playing. It suits you if you want a keyboard that works on its own with a built-in speaker system, and you should plan on keeping it near a power outlet since it needs its power supply.
Pros
- 88 keys with Graded Hammer Compact weighted action for a piano-like feel
- Yamaha CFX Virtual Resonance Modeling Lite sound generation with Key-Off Samples
- Built-in 2x 7 Watt speakers, so it plays without an external amp
Cons
- Needs its external 12V power supply to run
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$629 now$629€562 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Roland FP-90X 88-Key Digital Portable Piano
FP-90X WH · Roland
60 for sale on Reverb2 finishes at Thomann
- Weight23.6 kg
- Keys88 keys
The FP-90X WH is a seriously impressive stage piano – the key action is superb, and the PureAcoustic engine really shines. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians and serious home players who want a high-quality, portable instrument with a premium feel and sound without the bulk of a full acoustic setup.
Pros
- PHA-50 action delivers genuinely ivory-like feel and responsiveness
- PureAcoustic piano modeling provides nuanced, realistic tonal complexity
- Excellent integrated speaker system for stage performance or home use
Cons
- The white finish, while attractive, shows fingerprints easily
- Limited physical connectivity compared to some higher-end stage pianos
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Index↓ 3.6%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$2,124 · Aug 17$2,047 now$2,047€1,829 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight11.5 kg
- Key actionWeighted keys
If you want a keyboard with 88 weighted keys that feels like a piano under your fingers, this one is worth a look. It comes with 10 tones, reverb and chorus, and built-in speakers, so you can play right away at home. Because it weighs 11.5 kg and its speakers are small, it suits practice and home playing best.
Pros
- Graded Hammer Standard keyboard gives 88 weighted keys for a piano-like touch
- AWM stereo sampling provides 10 tones with up to 64 voices of polyphony
- Built-in 2x 6 watt speakers let you play without an external amplifier
Cons
- Built-in speakers are only 2x 6 watts, so the sound is limited to small rooms
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Index↓ 9.4%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$368 · Aug 17$334 now$334€298 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight11.4 kg
- Keys88 keys
- Key actionWeighted keys
You get an 88-key stage piano with hammer action, so the keys feel close to a real piano. It has two concert grand piano sounds and built-in speakers, which makes it a good pick if you want to play at home, practice, or play simple gigs. It weighs 11.4 kg, so it suits you best if you keep it in one spot.
Pros
- 88 keys with hammer action for a weighted feel close to a real piano
- Three velocity curves (easy, normal, heavy) to suit your playing style
- Two concert grand piano sounds, made in Italy and Germany, with string and damper resonances
Cons
- Weighs 11.4 kg and measures 1312 x 117 x 336 mm, so it is not very portable
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Index↓ 6.8%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$491 · Aug 17$458 now$458€409 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight13 kg
- Keys73 keys
- Key actionWeighted keys
This is a 73-key stage piano with hammer action, plus piano, organ and synth sections you can split or layer together. It suits players who need several keyboard sounds in one instrument, especially if you want organ drawbars and a rotary speaker effect. At 13.0 kg it is heavy, so it fits best in a spot where you can set it up and leave it.
Pros
- Triple sensor Kawai hammer action on 73 keys for a weighted feel
- Three independent sections for piano, organ and synth, with split and layer functions
- Organ section based on Nord Organ 3 with physical drawbar and rotary speaker simulation
Cons
- The Nord Half-Moon Switch is not included and must be bought separately for that mounting bracket
- Weighs 13.0 kg and measures 1071 x 341 x 129 mm, so it is not very portable
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$3,334 now$3,334€2,979 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight15.2 kg
- Key actionSemi-weighted keys
You get a 76-key stage keyboard with four separate sound sections: organ, piano, electric piano and synth. Each section has its own mixer, so you can set the balance for each one quickly. It suits players who want many sounds in one board and plenty of connections for a stage or studio setup.
Pros
- 76 Waterfall keys, semi-weighted, with aftertouch for expressive playing
- Four independent sections: Organ, Acoustic Piano, Electric Piano and Synthesizer, each with its own mixer
- Organ section offers 4 organ types, overdrive and a rotary speaker effect
Cons
- Weighs 15.2 kg and measures 1181 x 342 x 109 mm, so it is not easy to carry around
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Index↓ 2.5%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$3,108 · Aug 17$3,031 now$3,031€2,708 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight21.8 kg
- Key actionWeighted keys
You get 88 weighted keys with hammer action, so the keys feel closer to an acoustic piano under your fingers. This one suits you if you want a piano with many sounds, built-in recording, and the option of wireless app features. Plan to buy the WiFi adapter if you want those app features.
Pros
- 88 weighted keys with hammer action (GHS) for a realistic piano touch
- 660 sounds, 370 styles, and 256-voice polyphony in one instrument
- Audio and MIDI recording with 16-track MIDI and WAV audio
Cons
- Smart Pianist app features need the UD-WL01 WiFi USB adapter, which is not included
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$1,655 now$1,655€1,479 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Weight18.6 kg
- Keys88 keys
The CP88 is a solid choice for gigging musicians needing a reliable, portable stage piano. It nails the core piano sounds and action with a focus on live usability – the seamless sound switching is a game-changer. It's a great all-rounder for a wide range of genres, particularly those where a clean, responsive piano sound is paramount.
Pros
- NW-GH3 action feels incredibly realistic, like a premium acoustic piano
- Seamless Sound Switching eliminates performance interruptions mid-song
- Excellent AWM2 engine delivers nuanced, expressive piano tones
Cons
- Sound engine, while good, lacks the depth of dedicated workstations
- Limited effects compared to more expensive, fully-featured stage pianos
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Index↓ 7.9%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$2,611 · Aug 17$2,405 now$2,405€2,149 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗
All 71 stage pianos
Same index, same nightly prices — compact. Colour options of one model share a row. Tap a photo to zoom.
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Yamaha P145BT 88-Key Digital PianoP-145 B BT · Yamaha · 3 finishes67Stable$442€395$442€395Check ↗
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Casio PX-S6000 Privia 88-Key Digital PianoPX-S6000 · Casio · 2 finishes66Stable$1,420€1,269$1,420€1,269Check ↗
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Roland RD-2000EX 88-Key Digital PianoRD-2000 EX · Roland65↓ 0.8%$2,663€2,379$2,663€2,379Check ↗
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Roland V-Stage 88 Digital Stage PianoV-Stage 88 · Roland65↑ 1.3%$3,402€3,039$3,402€3,039Check ↗
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Kawai ES920 88-Key Digital PianoES-920 B · Kawai · 4 finishes63Stable$1,398€1,249$1,398€1,249Check ↗
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Kawai MP7SE 88-Key Digital Stage PianoMP-7 SE · Kawai · 2 finishes62Stable$1,616€1,444$1,616€1,444Check ↗
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Korg Grandstage X 88-Key Digital PianoGrandstage X · Korg62Stable$2,237€1,999$2,237€1,999Check ↗
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Korg D1 Slimline 88-Key Digital Stage PianoD1 · Korg · 2 finishes61Stable$559€499$559€499Check ↗
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Roland FP-E50 88-Key Digital PianoFP-E50 · Roland61↑ 0.6%$782€699$782€699Check ↗
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Roland RD-08 88-Key Digital Stage PianoRD-08 · Roland61Stable$894€799$894€799Check ↗
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Yamaha CP73 73-Key Digital Stage PianoCP73 · Yamaha61Stable$2,103€1,879$2,103€1,879Check ↗
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Clavia Nord Electro 7 61Clavia Nord61↓ 0.9%$2,461€2,199$2,461€2,199Check ↗
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Korg Liano 88-Key Digital PianoLiano · Korg60Stable$353€315$353€315Check ↗
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Roland RD-88EX 88-Key Digital Stage PianoRD-88 EX · Roland60Stable$1,387€1,239$1,387€1,239Check ↗
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Thomann DP-28 PlusThomann · 7 finishes59↓ 5.4%$391€349$391€349Check ↗
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Studiologic Numa X GT 88-Key Digital PianoNuma X Piano GT · Studiologic · 2 finishes59Stable$2,002€1,789$2,002€1,789Check ↗
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Clavia Nord Electro 7 73Clavia Nord59Stable$2,999€2,679$2,999€2,679Check ↗
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Korg SP-280SP-280 BK · Korg · 3 finishes57Stable$637€569$637€569Check ↗
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Kawai ES-520 BKawai · 3 finishes56↓ 11.0%$894€799$894€799Check ↗
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Kawai MP11SE 88-Key Digital Stage PianoMP-11 SE · Kawai · 2 finishes56Stable$2,417€2,159$2,417€2,159Check ↗
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Studiologic Numa Compact 2x 88-Key Semi-Weighted PianoNuma Compact SE · Studiologic · 2 finishes55Stable$621€555$621€555Check ↗
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Rhodes Mk 8-73 FX ClassicRhodes · 4 finishes54↓ 3.9%$13,990€12,499$13,990€12,499Check ↗
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Clavia Nord Piano 6 88Clavia Nord53↓ 6.1%$3,693€3,299$3,693€3,299Check ↗
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Viscount Legend `70s Compact EXViscount · 2 finishes52Stable$2,551€2,279$2,551€2,279Check ↗
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Korg SV-2 73Korg · 4 finishes51↓ 4.0%$1,790€1,599$1,790€1,599Check ↗
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Kurzweil SP8Kurzweil50↓ 5.7%$1,678€1,499$1,678€1,499Check ↗
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Clavia Nord Piano 6 73Clavia Nord50Stable$3,469€3,099$3,469€3,099Check ↗
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Casio PX-S7000 Privia 88-Key Digital PianoPX-S7000 HM Set · Casio · 3 finishes49↓ 9.4%$2,787€2,490$2,787€2,490Check ↗
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Crumar Seventeen 73-Key Digital PianoSeventeen · Crumar48Stable$1,443€1,289$1,443€1,289Check ↗
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Thomann SP-120Thomann47↓ 8.8%$162€145$162€145Check ↗
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Kurzweil KaE1-LBKurzweil · 2 finishes47↓ 2.5%$435€389$435€389Check ↗
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Crumar ParsifalCrumar47Stable$1,432€1,279$1,432€1,279Check ↗
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Dexibell Vivo S8MDexibell · 2 finishes47Stable$2,573€2,299$2,573€2,299Check ↗
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Viscount Legend '70s Artist WViscount · 2 finishes47Stable$2,674€2,389$2,674€2,389Check ↗
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Kurzweil KaP1-WHKurzweil · 2 finishes46Stable$894€799$894€799Check ↗
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Casio PX-S5000Casio45↓ 6.2%$816€729$816€729Check ↗
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Clavia Nord Stage 4 CompactClavia Nord45Stable$4,225€3,775$4,225€3,775Check ↗
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Clavia Nord Stage 4 73Clavia Nord45Stable$4,576€4,088$4,576€4,088Check ↗
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Clavia Nord Stage 4 88Clavia Nord45Stable$4,785€4,275$4,785€4,275Check ↗
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Dexibell Vivo S2Dexibell43Stable$1,902€1,699$1,902€1,699Check ↗
Stage Pianos by the numbers
Measured across all 125 models we track, not a sample.
Median $1,616 — half of all stage pianos here cost less.
median of 123 models · 8.4 kg–26 kg
median of 47 models · 73–88
most common · 62 models
How to choose the best stage pianos
Action
This is EVERYTHING. A heavy, clunky action will kill your feel, even with the best sounds. Look for graded hammer action - ideally with adjustable resistance - that feels responsive and consistent across the entire keyboard. A cheap action will feel mushy and uneven; you'll hear it in your playing.
Sound Engine & Sounds
Forget about pristine, sterile sounds. You want a piano that has character - a warm, round tone, or maybe a bit of that fat midrange honk for cutting through a rock band. Listen for dynamic range; can it whisper and roar? Don't just listen to the grand piano - check the electric pianos, organs, and other sounds too.
Connectivity & Effects
Beyond just audio outputs, consider MIDI connectivity, USB for audio/MIDI, and useful built-in effects like reverb, chorus, and tremolo. These can be lifesavers on stage when you don't have a full effects chain.
Portability & Build Quality
Seriously, you're going to be moving this thing. A heavy, flimsy chassis is a pain. Look for a solid build, sturdy keys, and a weight that you can reasonably handle without breaking your back. Road life is brutal.
Polyphony & Memory
128 voices is the absolute minimum these days, but check the memory available for user samples and registrations. Running out of polyphony mid-performance is a career-limiting move.
Buying guide
So you need a stage piano? Forget the marketing hype - you need something that sounds decent through a PA, gig-ready, and doesn't weigh a ton. It's a tough ask, balancing realistic piano sounds with road-worthiness and a manageable price tag. This isn't your grandma's upright; this is your workhorse, your sonic foundation, and we're going to help you find the right one.
Don't chase the latest features; focus on the feel and the core piano sounds. Cheaper pianos often skimp on the action, which is a mistake you'll regret. Paying a bit more for a better action and a more nuanced sound engine is almost always worth it, especially if you're playing regularly.
Consider used gear - you can often score a high-end model for a fraction of the new price.
How the AudioFu Index works
Five measured signals and nothing else — no stars from strangers, no “tested by experts” we didn’t do. The weights are fixed and public. We don’t play these instruments; we measure the market around them.
This chart covers 125 stage pianos from the Thomann catalogue. Before you buy, read hands-on reviews and, where you can, play it. Full methodology.
AudioFu earns a commission when you buy through our Thomann links. It never changes the order — the index does.
- Demand40%
How many of this exact model are for sale on Reverb right now — what musicians actually buy and resell.
- Lineup20%
How many finishes Thomann stocks — makers expand the models that sell.
- Price15%
Where the price has moved since we started tracking in August.
- Specs15%
How completely the maker documents it.
- Maker10%
How deep the brand’s range is in this category.
Questions
What's the difference between weighted and graded hammer action?
Weighted actions just try to mimic the feel of an acoustic piano with some resistance. Graded hammer action is more sophisticated - it simulates the heavier feel in the bass and lighter feel in the treble, just like a real piano.
How important are the built-in speakers?
Honestly, they're usually just for practice or quiet rehearsals. Don't rely on them for gigs - you'll need to plug into a proper PA or keyboard amp. The speakers are a bonus, not a necessity.
Can I use a stage piano to record?
Absolutely! Many have USB audio interfaces, letting you connect directly to your DAW. The quality will be decent, but a dedicated piano recording setup is always better.
What does 'polyphony' mean?
It's the number of notes the piano can play simultaneously. More is better, especially for complex chords and layered sounds. Anything less than 128 is pushing it.
Should I buy a new or used stage piano?
Used is often a smart move, but be careful. Check the action for wear and tear, and make sure all the keys are responsive. A good tech inspection can save you headaches down the road.
