Yamaha P-525 B
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Yamaha
P-525 B
Product Info
Article Number:
577283
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
P-525 B
Category:
Compact Digital Pianos
Price:
$1,824.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The P-525 B is a serious contender for intermediate to advanced players wanting a portable, high-quality digital piano. The action is remarkably realistic thanks to the GrandTouch-S, and those piano sounds are genuinely gorgeous. It's ideal for students and gigging musicians who prioritize feel and tone over sheer portability.
Product Description
- Yamaha P-525 B
- Digital Piano
- 88 Weighted keys with hammer action (GrandTouch-S)
- Wooden keys with pressure point and synthetic ivory top layers
- 542 Sounds (incl. Yamaha CFX Piano
- Bösendorfer Imperial)
- Dual/layer
- Split
- 40 Styles
- Storable registration memory (6 x 4 banks)
- 21 Voice demo songs + 50 classics
- 256-Voice polyphonic
- LCD display 198 x 100 dots
- Midi recording: 250 songs (16 tracks each)
- format 0
- Audio recording (USB memory): WAV (44.1 kHz
- 16-bit
- stereo)
- up to 80 minutes/song
- Playback: SMF (Standard Midi File
- format 0 and 1)
- WAV (44.1 kHz
- 16-bit
- stereo)
- Effects: Reverb (7)
- Chorus (3)
- Master EQ (3 Preset + 1 User)
- 12 Insert Effects
- Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC)
- Stereophonic Optimizer
- Sound Boost (3).
- Bluetooth Audio & Midi
- Connections: Headphone outputs (2x 6.3mm stereo jack)
- Midi In/Out
- Aux In (3.5mm mini-jack stereo)
- USB to device (USB A)
- USB to host (USB C)
- Power supply connector
- Sustain pedal
- Pedal board (LP-1 or FC-35
- sold separately).
- Speaker: 2x 20W + 6W
- Included in delivery: P-525B digital piano
- operating instructions
- Online Member Registration
- sheet music holder
- foot pedal (FC-3A)
- power supply unit (PA-300C)
- Dimensions: 1336 x 145 x 376 mm
- Weight: 22 kg
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • GrandTouch-S action delivers exceptional dynamic range and realism.
- • Wooden keys with synthetic ivory provide a premium, tactile playing experience.
- • CFX and Bösendorfer sounds offer truly stunning, concert-hall quality tones.
- • Extensive recording capabilities allow for serious composition and performance capture.
CONS
- • Portability is limited due to the substantial weight and robust construction.
- • The LCD display, while functional, is relatively low-resolution.
- • Limited speaker power might necessitate external amplification for larger spaces.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
88
Key Action
GrandTouch-S weighted hammer action with wooden keys and pressure point sensors
Sounds
542, including Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial pianos
Polyphony
256 Voice
Speakers
20W (6W + 6W)
Weight
18.8 kg (41.4 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The GrandTouch-S is a significant upgrade, offering more nuanced response and a more realistic feel, particularly in the lower dynamic range compared to older models like GHS or GH3.
Yes, the USB audio recording in WAV format makes it straightforward to transfer recordings to a computer for editing and online sharing, though some post-processing might be needed.
The Stereophonic Optimizer is surprisingly effective at widening the perceived soundstage, especially when using headphones, creating a more immersive and realistic piano experience.
