Yamaha P-225 88-Key Portable Digital Piano (Black)
Yamaha P225B Overview
Comfortable Feel of an Acoustic Piano in a Compact and Modern Instrument
The black Yamaha P-225 is a digital piano loaded with features to provide intermediate and advanced players with a satisfying acoustic piano playing experience in a compact and portable package that takes less space in your room. The P-225 delivers the sound and feel of a traditional grand piano, thanks to its 88 Graded Hammer Compact (GHC) weighted keys, 192-note polyphony, string and damper resonance effects, and high-fidelity 2-way speaker system, plus expressive tones from Yamaha's premier concert grand piano, the CFX.
A collection of 24 sounds with adjustable reverb, 20 onboard rhythms over which you can jam, 2 voice layers, and split modes to combine sounds, duet mode to practice with a partner, two headphone jacks, 2-track song recorder, Bluetooth music streaming, and USB audio/MIDI interface for connecting to a Mac/Windows computer make the P-225 ideal for pianists seeking a complete playing experience in limited spaces.
Graded Hammer Compact (GHC) Keyboard Offers a Realistic Playing Feel
In order to achieve such a compact form factor, Yamaha equipped the the P-225 with the new Graded Hammer Compact (GHC) keyboard, which offers an even better weighted acoustic piano playing feel than its predecessors, but in less space.
The Sound of Yamaha's Premier Concert Grand Piano, the CFX
The P-225 gives you four sounds from Yamaha's top-of-the-line CFX including Grand Piano, Live Grand, Ballad Grand, and Bright Grand, played and loved by renowned pianists, with shimmering highs and powerful lows.
The P-225 is equipped with Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) Lite, a digital technology that realistically reproduces the complex resonance produced by the strings of a grand piano, changing each time according to how the keys are pressed.
And with 192-note polyphony, you can play complex compositions without the risk of notes cutting off.
Place the Instrument Wherever You Like, or Take it With You
The stylish design of the P-225 blends well with any room and is available in black or white color variations to match the mood.
With the optional soft case, you can take this instrument with you to the studio, to live gigs, or on a trip—whenever you need it.
24 Varied Instrument Sounds
The P-225 features 24 instrument sounds including Yamaha's premier concert grand CFX sounds.
You can enjoy a wide variety of highly practical sounds for keyboard players including Stage E.Piano, DX E.Piano, Jazz Organ, Strings, E.Clavichord, Vibraphone, and more.
Two-Way Speaker System Delivers Expansive Sound
The position and angle of the speakers on both the front and back of the P-225 were adjusted to reproduce the sounds reflected from the soundboard and lid of an acoustic grand piano as closely as possible. This placement offers the player a comfortable sonic environment when the P-225 is placed against a wall.
A tone escapement has also been installed on this instrument to make the sound clearer and more readily heard, bringing the best acoustic balance to the player.
In addition to the speakers that offer sharp and clear mid- to high-range tones and prominent low end for a well-balanced sound, the P-225’s speakers feature tweeters for a richer high-end tone.
Access the Features of the P-225 with Greater Ease from the App
By linking the P-225 with Yamaha's dedicated Smart Pianist digital piano app, you can intuitively perform all operations on the P-225 from the screen of your smart device. There's no longer any need to pull out the manual to see how things work.
Practice with 303 Free Pieces of Classical Sheet Music
The Smart Pianist app comes with PDF scores of 303 classical pieces for practice such as Bayer, BurgmĂĽller, Czerny, Hanon, and more, which you are free to display and use on the screen of your smart device.
Easily Record Sound and Video, and Upload Your Own Performances
If you want to take a video of your performance and share it on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok, Yamaha's Rec'n'Share app is the way to go. Connect the P-225 to your smart device, and record both video and audio at the same time to complete your video (cable is available separately).
Dedicated Stand and Three-Pedal Unit (Optional)
For those who want to really play the piano instead of enjoying it casually on a tabletop, Yamaha offers an optional L-200 stand and LP-1 three-pedal unit that provide the same features as you would find on a grand piano (including a damper pedal that supports half-pedaling).
Using the stand provides stability, proper height, and correct posture when you play; adding the sustain pedal lets you enjoy a more authentic style of performing.
The FC3A piano-style sustain pedal (with half-pedaling) is also available separately.
Other Features
Bluetooth Audio
The P-225 features built-in Bluetooth audio, which lets you pair this instrument with your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet to listen to your favorite music through the instrument’s speakers. You can also play along with the sound coming from the instrument’s speakers.
Stereophonic Optimizer for Practice with Headphones
A stereophonic optimizer adjusts the spatial distribution of sound in the listener's headphones. This creates the sensation that sound is coming directly from the piano rather than from the headphones.
Preset and Demo Songs
The P-225 comes with 71 preset songs, including 21 demo songs that are appropriate for each instrument sounds, such as grand piano, electric piano, various organs, harpsichords including Jazz Organ, E.Clavichord, Vibraphone, and so forth.
Rhythm Accompaniments
If you get tired of playing alone, the P-225 offers 20 rhythm accompaniments with drums and bass, in genres such as rock, pop, jazz, bossa nova, etc.
Onboard Song Recorder
The onboard 2-track MIDI recorder enables performances to be recorded to the piano's internal memory and played back—helpful during lessons or just for fun.
USB Audio and MIDI: Record to Your Computer
The USB-to-host terminal allows you to connect the keyboard to a computer or portable device and record MIDI or high-quality audio without the need for an additional interface.
Sound Boost for Bringing Out the Sound of the Piano
The P-225 is equipped with a Sound Boost function that switches to a punchy and powerful sound, great when playing along with other instruments or playing in a noisy environment.