P225B

The Yamaha P225B is an absolute game-changer in the world of 88-key weighted action digital pianos, and a massive step up from its already excellent predecessors. As a player who values both authentic feel and superb sound for gigging and home practice, this instrument is everything I could ask for. Keyboard Quality & Feel (Functionality/Sturdiness): The new Graded Hammer Compact (GHC) keys are truly impressive. Yamaha managed to make the keyboard more compact without sacrificing the realistic, graded feel you expect from an acoustic grand. The matte key finish is a lovely, non-slip touch. The action is remarkably quieter than older GHS actions, which is a huge benefit for late-night practice with headphones. While all compact actions have a shorter pivot point, the GHC on the P225 strikes an excellent balance, feeling solid and responsive for both fast passages and nuanced, soft playing. Sound Quality (Functionality): The inclusion of the flagship Yamaha CFX Concert Grand sound engine is the real star here—a feature typically reserved for much higher-end models. The main piano voice is rich, dynamic, and powerful, especially in the bass range. The Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) Lite adds an incredible layer of sonic realism, subtly changing the tone and resonance based on your touch, just like a real acoustic piano. The two-way speaker system is also a significant upgrade, delivering a clear, full sound that works well for small rooms. Build & Design (Build Quality): The P-225 is sleeker, shorter, and lighter than the P-125, making it a dream for the gigging musician. The new, more modern chassis looks fantastic, and despite the reduced bulk, it feels robust and well-built. The simple interface is intuitive for quick changes on the fly. Verdict: This is the ultimate portable digital piano for beginners, serious students, and professionals needing a lightweight stage setup. It offers features and sound quality that punch far above its price point. If you're looking for an authentic acoustic piano experience that won't break your back or the bank, the P-225 is a worthy investment you will not quickly outgrow. Highly, highly recommended.

Value for money: ’ve been using the Yamaha P-225B for a few weeks now, and I’m blown away. The modern, minimalist design fits perfectly into any space—sleek, compact, and definitely an upgrade from bulkier models. It looks as good as it sounds. Keyboard functionality: The graded hammer action keyboard feels fantastic—weighted just like an acoustic piano, giving it an authentic and expressive touch that makes practicing enjoyable and immersive. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, the key response is spot-on. Size: What really surprised me is how lightweight and portable this piano is. I can easily move it between rooms or take it to gigs or lessons without a hassle—huge plus for anyone on the go. Functionality: And the sound quality? Pure Yamaha excellence. The piano tones are rich and dynamic, with a natural resonance that fills the room. Whether through the onboard speakers or headphones, it delivers a warm and professional sound that’s inspiring to play. Why did you pick this product vs others?: Highly recommend the P-225B for anyone looking for a stylish, realistic, and portable digital piano. Yamaha nailed it with this one!

TL;DR: The Yamaha P225B is a compact digital piano with superb weighted action and realistic CFX grand piano sound, perfect for experienced players seeking a space-saving alternative without sacrificing quality. I approached the Yamaha P225B with skepticism and hope. I was pleasantly surprised on all fronts. Action: The Graded Hammer Action (GH3) is a revelation. The keys respond with nuanced weight and sensitivity, mimicking the resistance of an acoustic piano with impressive accuracy. From delicate pianissimos to thunderous fortissimos, the P225B translates every minute expression with remarkable fidelity. Sound: Gone are the days of tinny, artificial piano tones. The P225B boasts Yamaha's renowned PureCF sound engine, meticulously capturing the rich, nuanced timbre of the flagship CFX concert grand. The stereo sustain samples add breathtaking depth and realism, replicating the sympathetic resonance of an acoustic piano with stunning authenticity. Features: The P225B has features that enhance practice and performance. The metronome is a welcome addition; the ability to layer different voices or split the keyboard opens up creative possibilities. Bluetooth connectivity allows for effortless music playback or integration with learning apps. Aesthetics: The P225B's sleek, minimalist design complements any decor. The matte black finish is fingerprint-resistant and lends a touch of sophistication. The compact size makes it ideal for smaller spaces, yet it retains the presence and elegance of a traditional piano. Verdict: The Yamaha P225B is a game-changer for pianists seeking a high-quality digital piano. It delivers an authentic playing experience, stunning sound, and many features in a compact and elegant package. For me, it has rekindled the joy of playing, proving that digital pianos can truly capture the essence of an acoustic instrument. Highly recommend the Yamaha Stand accessory.

Got this for my wife for Christmas, as we had elected to sell her upright acoustic piano a while back due to the difficulties of keeping it in tune. I spent several days researching a few different Yamaha P-series models before settling on this one. While they are all excellent digital pianos, this one has a few features that make it worth the difference in price. They all have a great feel. Yamaha spent a lot of time getting the weighting on these keys to feel as much like their acoustic grands as possible, and having sat down at a C5 myself a few times over the years, I can say that their work paid off. This really does accurately capture the touch of a real piano. The other thing they spent a lot of time on was the sampling. Unlike a lot of much cheaper options, every individual key on a Yamaha grand was recorded for sampling, and each key is playing back its corresponding sample as opposed to saving a bit of space on a drive somewhere and using a single sample for a range of keys. This is most evident when you're wearing headphones and playing because you can hear the coloration of the sound provided by all the unique internal reflections at a particular string, and the little bit of sympathetic vibration of the surrounding strings that occurs in a real piano. Your immediate though might be that this isn't a good thing... but that's what real pianos sound like and part of why you can often hear the difference between a real piano and a cheaper digital copy. The other thing that stands the Yamahas head and shoulders above others is the touch sensitivity. There is a wide range of "velocities" available, allowing for nearly the same flexibility dynamically that a real piano has. The faster you press a key, the harder the hammer hits the string which changes the tone... except there are no hammers and no strings, just more magic in the sampling and playback process. Speaking of playback... this is the lowest model in their lineup that offers "full duplex" audio through the USB connection. This means you can connect the piano to a computer for MIDI capture or audio recording, but the computer can also play a backing track simultaneously that you can listen to through the headphones. This is an indispensable feature if you're planning on recording because it allows you to listen to a click (or whatever other tracks you might want) as you play and record. I have not yet played with the iPad app, but I'll update this review if there's anything worth noting. The only Not Amazing thing is the included sustain pedal. The P-225 ships with an FC5 Foot Switch "for sustain and other momentary (on/off) functions." It's fine. It works as advertised, but it is not elegant in any way. The biggest advantage it has is that it is exactly what it says it is, i.e. a "momentary" switch. It can be used for anything you might want to control with a momentary foot switch and can plug a 1/4" TS connector into. So, as a sustain pedal it is "functional"... but you can get creative with it and that's kinda cool.

Beautiful sounding keyboard. Great quality and aesthetically stunning.

This piano is amazing! The sound quality is rich and realistic, and the keys feel smooth and responsive, just like a real acoustic piano. It’s perfect for both beginners and experienced players. Setup was simple, and it looks great in my living room. I’ve been practicing every day since it arrived, and it has definitely inspired me to play more. Excellent value for the price — highly recommended!

I have an acoustic piano, but I'm a night owl and wanted to be able to practice without disturbing other people. I tried a very low end partly weighted piano and found that it would not be suitable for practice because it would require a radically different touch for anyone going back and forth between that and the real thing. Next I considered the Yamaha P45 or P71, but when I learned that this one would work with the Yamaha software that expands its capabilities, I decided to spring for this. I have only had it a few days and haven't tried the software yet. I have an Android phone, and reviews from several years ago say that the software isn't great with Android, but I trust they've had time to iron out at least some of that problem. In any case, this sounds great to me and the keyboard feels wonderful. So far my only complaint is: What the heck were they thinking when most of the connections are hidden where I have to crouch down behind the thing to even see them? We have had a lot of thunderstorms lately, and I unplug every time I walk away. Doing that at the wall is also inconvenient in my set up, and I prefer to unplug the pedal and headphones also, rather than leave cords dangling. Even the headphone jacks, which are on the front, are below an overhang, out of sight. I didn't realize they were there and tried to use the headphones from the aux jack. If you do that, you might get a muffled sound from the headphones at best and think there's something wrong with them or the piano. The information is in the manual, but not terribly obvious. Follow the dots and lines. It came with a print manual, but in case anyone isn't aware, the Yamaha site has the manuals in PDF format - big and searchable - yay! I suppose hiding the plugs makes for a sleeker appearance, but function is more important to me. My suggestion for improving the design would be to hide the plugs on a horizontal surface behind the music rack if you must, but not out of reach. But don't change the music rack. It's good. It's not very tall, but I lived in a humid (floppy paper) part of the country and keep sheets in 9" x 12" sleeve binders that stand flat. Overall, I'm thrilled with this piano purchase so far. I'll update if there are problems down the road, but I don't anticipate any.

Upgraded from a 12 years old P95 digital piano that stopped working. All in all a real upgrade regarding touch, sound and futures. Keyboard feels a kind of stiff, maybe because of the short pivot (balance) point or might improve over time. Sound could be improved with more adjustable acoustic mechanical noises, but not included in this model. ( See below) A Yamaha embarrassment is the included sustain pedal, cheap plastic that moves all over the floor. Typical a cost saving measure, so buy an better one with your purchase. No display, adjustments are made with buttons and directed keys functioning as " switches" and verbally confirmed. A great free app is the Yamaha "smart pianist" app. Downloaded to your phone or tablet it can be used as a controller with a lot of extras, lessons etc. However, the available app for the P225 is a so called " light" version limiting a lot of extras. That's a bummer because real acoustical mechanic adjustments like damper and string noises could improve the naturalism of the piano sound and are not included in that version. When used in a DAW, the right audio drivers need to be found to avoid delays in the Midi response when using other Vst pianos etc. Recommended is a USB midi cable ( not included) to the laptop or pc not exceeding 3 feet of length.

The perfect blend of quality, innovation, and portability. The Yamaha P225 is the perfect instrument for a striving beginner player or a seasoned professional musician. Its versatility allows the instrument to be quickly carried in a gig bag for your latest street busking session, or setup in a home studio as a home instrument. The instrument is light enough to easily carry from point a to b, even if the distance is substantial. The sound quality is excellent for the price point. Although it cannot match something like a Roland gp607, it holds its own in the quality of the piano sound engine and in my honest opinion outperforms similar models by Yamaha such as the DGX670. Its touch sensitive weighted keys mimic the touch of an acoustic piano well and does not have the springy feel of a lot of lower end pianos. Well worth the purchase.

Hasta ahora todo bien. Cuando lo use más tiempo volveré a contarles. Pero de entrada es un teclado super bonito, sencillo, buen sonido, al tacto se siente como un piano. Es grande y algo pesado tendré que comprarle una base más resistente 😅

Se ve genial, espero sacarle mucho provecho, aunque aún soy principiante quería tener un piano digital para tener la mejor experiencia de este bello instrumento :D Agrego: Ya tengo un par de meses con mi teclado y estaba emocionada porque por fin podría usar mi suscripción gratis a flowkey que se menciona en un folleto incluido en mi pedido (solo me faltaba el cable para conectar el piano a mi laptop. Gran decepción me llevé al intentar activarla porque resulta que no está disponible en mi país (soy de méxico), pero siento que sería justo dado que compré el producto en una tienda de estados unidos, que respetaran este tipo de promociones o bien que hagan las aclaraciones pertinentes si saben que van a ofrecer el envío de sus productos a otros países con promociones que no serán válidas. Aún así mi piano me gusta mucho y trataré de sacarle el mayor provecho posible...

The sound is amazing, the keys feel great, and it looks fantastic. Honestly, there’s not much else to say—it’s a great option for the price, and we’re really happy with it. My husband, who has played for years, loves it, and as a beginner, I find it easy to learn on. We bought a foldable stand, but it doesn’t leave much space to reach the pedal, so we might upgrade to a better stand for easier access.

Fantastic. Beautiful sound. Weighted keys are great. I have a grand piano at my home and enjoy this keyboard just as much when traveling.