Complete Piano Starter Kit
All the equipment you need to get started with piano lessons
You can get started with piano for as little as $129. The RockJam 61 Portable Keyboard is a great place to start and comes as an all-in-1 kit complete with bench, stand, and headphones.
In this article you’ll find recommendations for keyboards and other equipment at several different price points, but if you’re looking for the most affordable way to get started, just go with the RockJam!
Although we’re recommending keyboards here, the best instrument to use is a real piano. Real pianos take up more space and can be more expensive (though not as much as you think!), but after a year or two of lessons, it’s definitely something to consider. For more information on pianos, visit allegropianoworks.com.
Choose a Keyboard
RockJam 61
Portable Keyboard
$69.99
This is about the best deal you can get on an entry-level keyboard. It’s a great price, but only has 61 keys. If there’s room in your budget, spend a little more and get the Alesis Recital ($219). But if you’re willing to upgrade relatively soon, the RockJam 61 is a great place to start!
RockJam 61
Complete Kit
$129.99
This is the same as the keyboard above, but it comes with a stand, headphones, and bench. It’s a good deal, so if you’re going with the RockJam I recommend spending the extra to get the whole kit!
Alesis Recital
88-Key
$219
This is the best deal I’ve ever seen for an 88-key (full-size) keyboard. The keys are semi-weighted, which gives this keyboard a better feel than any other in this price range.
Yamaha P-125
With Stand
$899
This is the keyboard we use at Figaro Music Studios, and it’s very nice. It’s pricey but would be suitable for many years of lessons!
Choose a Stand
RockJam
Portable Stand
$30
This stand will go with pretty much any keyboard. X-Stands are not incredibly sturdy, so make sure your keyboard is tight up against a wall if you’re going to use one. If you want a sturdier stand, you’ll need to find one that fits the particular keyboard model you purchased.
Choose a Bench
Yamaha Padded
Bench
$30
Comfortable, easy to set up, and foldable for easy storage. You really can’t go wrong with Yamaha!
That’s everything you need to get started with piano. The only thing remaining is finding a teacher, if you haven’t already. Get in touch with us today to schedule a FREE trial lesson!