what to look for in a piano keyboard

[EmperorNero]

I know close to nothing about a piano keyboard so you guys gotta help me. my sis is currently playing the piano and I wanna start learning again...the more options the better, and it has to be able to connect to a computer - all at the lowest price possible.

and I have a few specific questions:

1) what brand has the reputation of providing quality stuff?

2) what interface do most keyboards use to hook up to a comp and is it sufficient (ie fast enough)?

 

[yakko]

They hook up with a midi connection on the sound card or just using the line in jack. You will not find a good keyboard without spending at least $600 or $700. Go to the store and try a couple out. They best ones have the wieghted keys and feel like a piano. The better music stores will also have quality used ones that might suit your needs.

 

[EmperorNero]

600?? I was hoping for one around $150...arggh

 

[Monel Funkawitz]

<< what to look for in a piano keyboard >>


I'd guess money, gold, and cute brunettes. Do they come standard with these?

 

[FatAlbo]

88 full-sized keys would be good, too.

 

[yakko]

FatAlbo,

The ones with 88 keys are over $1200 but they are damn nice. They feel like real piano keys.

 

[EmperorNero]

what are some manufacturers and their site?

 

[yakko]

This site has a good selection of products and you could take that info and do a search.

 

[Impact55]

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[Triumph]

arrrgh, i want to practice piano also, and i don't have my mother's real baby grand here at college to practice on. i do not, nay, i cannot afford to spend 600 bucks on a piano. what other options are there for me?

 

[EmperorNero]

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what's up with that?

 

[Impact55]

huh ? sorry that was my friend