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An electric piano requires you to plug it in so you can use it. You can play the piano even if there is no electricity.
Some keyboards also comes with recording devices and other tunes and sound effects. You can also plug in headphones when practicing. A piano doesn't have that and you can't control its volume unless you press it very lightly.
Some keyboards or electric piano are not weighted or touch sensitive which is essential in piano playing and learning.
Also an electric piano is portable and movable unlike the piano.
And the biggest difference is the sound. When you turn up the volume of an electronic piano, you'll hear a noise. Like a hissing and cracking sound. A piano no matter how loud and heavy you play it won't make a hissing electronic noise.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 15y agoA player piano usually refers to a regular piano can be "played" by running a paper or metal strip wound around a spool through a mechanism that activates the keys and pedals based on holes punched in the strip. The piano operates like a wind up music box and will play whatever notes have been punched into the paper or metal strips. To play a different song a different spool with different holes would have to loaded onto the piano.
A digital piano usually refers to a piano that produces sound electronically rather than by having a hammer hit a wire. A modern digital piano will have digital recordings of all the keys on the piano keyboard. When an electronic piano key is pressed a sensor detects how hard they the key was struck and a computer will play back the appropriate digitized note at a volume determined by how hard the key was pressed.
An electric piano, like an Electric Guitar, has a vibrating wire but the sound is amplified by a magnetic pickup that feeds an electronic sound amplifier. A regular "acoustic" piano or guitar relies on a sounding board to amplify the sound mechanically.
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∙ 13y ago1.) an electric piano can't be tuned to your desires
2.) an electric piano can't bring out that "perfect" tone in the piano
3.) an electric piano is good if you are using it to accompany someone .. u can use the different melodys and such
But overall id say a piano is better .... if you go somewhere to play .. and they have a piano that isn't electric .. its going to sound different and you would most likely not like it or you would like it better
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∙ 15y agoIt's the different keybord feeling and the different sound. An acoustic piano has hammers that strike strings when the keys are pressed. A digital piano is computer-generated sound.
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Can you learn to play a digital piano and be able to play an acoustic piano?
It's not ideal, but some digital pianos have weighted keyboards that make them very similar to "real" pianos.
How would say the piano and electric piano are alike?
Electric pianos (aka digital pianos) are instruments that reproduce the sound made by acoustic pianos. Pianos produce their unique sound by the action of a felted hammers hitting strings of various lengths. Digital pianos replicate this sound with oscillators and speakers. Electric pianos and acoustic pianos are alike in that they have the same keyboard of 88 black and white keys, they produce a similar sound (though not identical), and they can be played in the same manner, especially if the digital piano has weighted keys and a damper pedal.
Why did electric pianos replace acoustic pianos?
Actually electric pianos did not replace acoustic pianos. There are literally millions of acoustic pianos in the united states alone, and more being bought every week. I personally see about 1000 pianos a year because I work as a piano tuner/technician. Electric pianos do come in handy for traveling to gigs, but acoustic pianos are very much alive and well.
What are weighted keys on a digital piano?
This refers to the attempts, some remarkably successful, to make the keys of a digital piano feel just like the keys on an acoustic piano while playing. With a digital piano, you can have keys that are extremely light, and/or attached to simple springs. The only thing needed to make a sound is for an electrical connection to be made. In an acoustic piano, the key is actually a lever that transfers your energy to what is called the 'action', the mechanical device that propels a felt hammer toward the strings (or wires), causing the sound. The feel of an acoustic piano is distinctive, and a very important part of playing for many who were trained on acoustic pianos. Weighted keys also make it a little easier to go from the digital keyboard environment to playing regular acoustic pianos. Some, including myself, swear by weighted keys on digital pianos, and they are much more satisfying to play. If you make it a habit to sample pianos of every kind as you shop or as they become available, you will sense the difference, if the difference is important to you.
What is a touch sensitive piano keyboard?
If your keyboard is not touch sensitive, you don't have a piano. Digital pianos attempt, with widely varying degrees of success, to duplicate the sound and experience of playing acoustic pianos. When a key is struck more rapidly, the volume of the sound in an acoustic piano increases. With a lightly struck key, the sound can be extremely soft. The variability of volume or sound intensity in digital pianos is possible because of touch sensitive keyboards. This is not the same as 'weighted' keyboard. A weighted keyboard is an attempt to duplicate the tactile experience of depressing the keys of an acoustic piano. You can have touch sensitive keyboards that feel more like they are controlled by springs; this is not acceptable to most experienced piano players.
Can you learn to play a digital piano and be able to play an acoustic piano?
It's not ideal, but some digital pianos have weighted keyboards that make them very similar to "real" pianos.
How would say the piano and electric piano are alike?
Electric pianos (aka digital pianos) are instruments that reproduce the sound made by acoustic pianos. Pianos produce their unique sound by the action of a felted hammers hitting strings of various lengths. Digital pianos replicate this sound with oscillators and speakers. Electric pianos and acoustic pianos are alike in that they have the same keyboard of 88 black and white keys, they produce a similar sound (though not identical), and they can be played in the same manner, especially if the digital piano has weighted keys and a damper pedal.
Why did electric pianos replace acoustic pianos?
Actually electric pianos did not replace acoustic pianos. There are literally millions of acoustic pianos in the united states alone, and more being bought every week. I personally see about 1000 pianos a year because I work as a piano tuner/technician. Electric pianos do come in handy for traveling to gigs, but acoustic pianos are very much alive and well.
What are weighted keys on a digital piano?
This refers to the attempts, some remarkably successful, to make the keys of a digital piano feel just like the keys on an acoustic piano while playing. With a digital piano, you can have keys that are extremely light, and/or attached to simple springs. The only thing needed to make a sound is for an electrical connection to be made. In an acoustic piano, the key is actually a lever that transfers your energy to what is called the 'action', the mechanical device that propels a felt hammer toward the strings (or wires), causing the sound. The feel of an acoustic piano is distinctive, and a very important part of playing for many who were trained on acoustic pianos. Weighted keys also make it a little easier to go from the digital keyboard environment to playing regular acoustic pianos. Some, including myself, swear by weighted keys on digital pianos, and they are much more satisfying to play. If you make it a habit to sample pianos of every kind as you shop or as they become available, you will sense the difference, if the difference is important to you.
Do Yamaha produce digital pianos which reproduce the features of a grand piano?
Yamaha produces digital pianos which reproduce certain features of a grand piano. For example, Yamaha offers digital pianos with weighted keys and pedals, as well as full size 88-key pianos.
What market share did the acoustic pianos have in the musical instruments industry?
In 1997 production of acoustic pianos climbed after years of decline; the segment claimed 11.7 percent of market share on sales of $713.8 million.
Do pianos use magnets?
An acoustic piano does not. I do not know about digital pianos. An electronic piano does not need actual magnets. The speakers used to produce the sounds do have magnets in them. Additionally, the electronics may include transformers and wire coils which do become magnetic to some extend while they are functioning.
What is scaling hammer?
Digital pianos and electronic keyboards may have hammer action that simulates the weight and feel of an acoustic piano. "Scaled" or "graded" hammer action means that the lower keys have a heavier feel and the higher keys have a lighter feel, just like on a real piano. Higher quality digital pianos usually have scaled hammer action.
What is a touch sensitive piano keyboard?
If your keyboard is not touch sensitive, you don't have a piano. Digital pianos attempt, with widely varying degrees of success, to duplicate the sound and experience of playing acoustic pianos. When a key is struck more rapidly, the volume of the sound in an acoustic piano increases. With a lightly struck key, the sound can be extremely soft. The variability of volume or sound intensity in digital pianos is possible because of touch sensitive keyboards. This is not the same as 'weighted' keyboard. A weighted keyboard is an attempt to duplicate the tactile experience of depressing the keys of an acoustic piano. You can have touch sensitive keyboards that feel more like they are controlled by springs; this is not acceptable to most experienced piano players.
What is Scaled Hammer Action?
Digital pianos and electronic keyboards may have hammer action that simulates the weight and feel of an acoustic piano. "Scaled" or "graded" hammer action means that the lower keys have a heavier feel and the higher keys have a lighter feel, just like on a real piano. Higher quality digital pianos usually have scaled hammer action.
What are the three main categories of pianos, based on size and sound?
Pianos can be categorized into three main types based on their size and sound characteristics: **Grand Pianos**: Grand pianos are the largest and most prestigious type of piano. They are known for their exceptional sound quality and are often used in concert halls and by professional pianists. Grand pianos have a horizontal soundboard and strings, which allow for a more complex and resonant sound. They come in various sizes, from baby grands to concert grands, with longer pianos generally producing richer and more powerful tones. **Upright Pianos**: Upright pianos, also known as vertical pianos, are more compact and suitable for smaller spaces. Their soundboard and strings are positioned vertically, which results in a more compact sound. Upright pianos come in different sizes, from spinet pianos (the smallest) to upright grands, studio pianos, and full-size uprights. They are popular for home use and are often more affordable than grand pianos. **Digital Pianos**: Digital pianos are electronic instruments that aim to replicate the sound and feel of acoustic pianos. They come in various sizes, from compact and portable models to full-size, furniture-style digital pianos. Digital pianos use sampled piano sounds and can offer a wide range of additional features, such as built-in metronomes, various instrument sounds, and connectivity options. They are often chosen for their versatility, as they can be used with headphones and for recording, practice, or performance. These three categories encompass the primary types of pianos available, each catering to different needs and preferences based on space, budget, and musical requirements.
What is a hybrid piano?
A hybrid piano is a musical instrument that combines the features of a traditional acoustic piano with digital technology. It typically has a real piano keyboard and strings, like an acoustic piano, but also includes digital components for sound enhancement and additional features. These digital elements can replicate a variety of instrument sounds, offer recording and playback capabilities, and often have headphone connectivity for silent practice. Hybrid pianos aim to provide the expressive feel of an acoustic piano while offering the versatility and technology of digital instruments.
