Korg SP-280 BK

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Korg SP-280 BK

Korg

SP-280 BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 305889
Brand: Korg
Model: SP-280 BK
Category: Stage Pianos
Price: $559.90

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The SP-280 BK is a solid choice for beginners or those needing a compact, portable stage piano. The weighted action is a definite plus for developing technique, and the included accessories make it immediately usable. It's a great value proposition for students or gigging musicians on a tight budget who prioritize portability and a playable keybed over top-tier sound quality.

Product Description

  • Korg SP-280 BK
  • Digital Piano
  • With 88 keys with naturally weighted hammer mechanism
  • 3 Levels available: light
  • normal
  • heavy
  • 120-Voice polyphonic modes
  • 30 Sounds such as acoustic piano
  • electric grand
  • e-piano
  • strings
  • etc.
  • Effects: Reverb
  • chorus
  • Integrated metronome
  • Transpose function
  • Layer and partner modes
  • Built-in speakers
  • Connectors: Stereo line out L/R
  • line in
  • MIDI in/out
  • 2 headphone outputs
  • pedal connector
  • Includes: Mains adaptor
  • sheet music stand
  • piano stand and sustain pedal
  • Dimensions: 1361 × 406 × 785 mm (W x D x H) including stand and sheet music stand
  • Weight: 19 kg
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Solid, naturally weighted action provides a surprisingly realistic feel.
  • • Decent piano sounds, especially for a budget-friendly stage piano.
  • • Comprehensive connectivity options for studio or live use.
  • • Included stand and pedal offer a complete, ready-to-play package.
CONS
  • • The plastic casing feels somewhat budget-oriented, lacking premium feel.
  • • Sound engine lacks the nuanced realism of higher-end digital pianos.
  • • Speakers are adequate for practice but lack power for performance.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 88
Key Action Naturally Weighted Hammer Action, 3 levels (light, normal, heavy)
Sounds 30 sounds including acoustic piano, electric grand, e-piano, strings, and more – generally bright and clean sounding.
Polyphony 120-voice
Effects Reverb, chorus – fairly basic, limited control.
Connections Stereo line out L/R, line in, MIDI in/out, 2 headphone outputs, pedal connector
Weight 19 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a decent approximation of a weighted action, but lacks the subtle nuances and heavier, more consistent feel of premium models; it's a good starting point, though.
They're usable for basic recording, but don’t expect professional-grade fidelity; layering or further processing will likely be needed to achieve a polished sound.
Absolutely, the stereo line outputs provide a simple way to connect external amplifiers and speakers for a more powerful and nuanced sound.

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