I just received my Yamaha P-515 and it’s simply a fantastic instrument. Love your playing. By the way I use headphones a lot as well. What brand is your headphone? Trying to find a good quality headphone to capture all the great piano voices. Any suggestions?
Tobias, as a fellow piano player, your playing reminds me of the same enthusiasm I had growing up and learning to play the piano. Never, EVER give it up no matter where your life takes you. Always keep music a big part of your life and spread the joy of it to others.
I purchased this keyboard a couple of weeks back and its coming early next month or late august and watching this video just makes me so excited to have it in my home!
Yeah, I was really excited when I was expecting it too! It really is a nice piano, and in this price range is basically the best you can get as far as the keyboard and sound.. glad I increased your optimism! Once you receive the piano, you can play around with the settings, but you might also want to try the ones I listed in the description to get a sound you liked in the vid
@@alijah21 In my opinion, the CFX grand replicates an acoustic piano the best, and you'll want to play around with the different Reverb settings as well. I used the Concert reverb setting but if you want it to sound like the piano is actually in your house and not in a hall you might be better off with the "Recital" reverb setting on a lower reverb depth. Hope this helps!
Yeah me too, like 10 lower than suggested. I also set brightness to 7 instead of 8 for the CFX and Bösendorfer. Please feel free to visit my channel if you like. You'll find tunes that I play all with our wonderful P-515 :)
This is an excellent demonstration. It's interesting to see you turn up the brightness on the Bosendorfer and CFX (as the impression people have for at least, any Yamaha, is that they are bright but I find the treble not all that bright in the CFX). Anyway, you play wonderfully and expressively and that's what I look for in listening to any type of piano, including the better digitals and don't get that often in piano demos on youtube. So, great job and thank you.
Hi! Do you know how to higher up the volume from the original max volume, the max volume sounds a bit smaller than I expected. Thank you and you play really nicely^^
To raise the volume from the max volume you will have to use a video editor, if you are talking about during play go to sound boost in your settings on the p515
Hey Ecume, I am using the Audio Technica ATH-M20X Professional Monitor Headphones. Since there seems to be a lot of interest in this across my channel I will add this to the video description.
Hi, you play vety well! I am just a beginner and am thinking of this one or the Roland DP603. When I hear your playing, it sounds fantastic! But when I go out to the shop to try, I always feel like it's not as good as I hear on youtube video.😅
Hi Ida! The issue here is probably just the settings you have on the voices at the shop - I list my settings in the description; if you want to get an accurate sound test at the shop, you could try changing the settings to what I have or something similar, or maybe fine-tune some settings to your own taste. Maybe the p515 isn't for you, but it is very customizable as far as how it sounds, so you definitely need to try and get a sound you like from it - that's one of the best things about this Yamaha!
@@tobiasfernandez3738 Thanks for your reply. 😃 I also have seen many people sharing their comment on this piano. They love this model as well. But only what a pity that it doesn't come with a case cover. It's really quite dusty and humid here in Hong Kong. As for this price, some other brand can give a full set model with a case cover.
Hey, thanks, this is awesome. I just got mine, am a beginner. Do you know if I can save the settings as per your suggestion as a present so I can have say, factoring settings and Tobias settings with just a few keystrokes? Thanks.
Hey, I'm glad this was useful! Unfortunately, using the instrument alone, you can only save one setting at a time for each voice (if you turn on the the backup settings for voice, every piano voice will keep it's setting after turning the piano off and back on, however, the piano can only keep track of one custom setting per voice at a time.). However, if you download the free "Smart Pianist" app on your iphone or iPad, you can connect your device to the piano, and within the app there are many useful features, which, among other things, include limitless save files for settings, even on the same voice. The most inconvenient part is that there are only two ways to connect your device to the p515 to use the app - a wired connection, which is what I use, or a wireless connection that lets your piano talk to your wireless router; in addition, only Apple iOS devices are compatible with the p515 right now. The wired option is a lot cheaper (10 - 20 USD) compared to 85 USD for the wireless option, which can be found on Yamaha's website. I'll give a link for the two options below: Wired option: www.amazon.com/MeloAudio-Compatible-Controller-Electronic-Microphone%EF%BC%8C5FT/dp/B07FLWN6G4/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=usb-b+to+lightning&qid=1595866514&s=electronics&sr=1-3 Wireless option: www.amazon.com/Yamaha-UDWL01-WIFI-MIDI-Adapter/dp/B01B71IQ6K#customerReviews I've found the app is pretty useful, but only for utilizing functions that you can't operate on the piano's physical interface. For example, you can record a song, and have it instantly turned into sheet music on your phone. If you don't have an iOS device, unfortunately there's no way to save multiple settings for a voice. If you do have an iphone (or ipad), however, I would highly recommend buying that cable, or one similar, and downloading the app. It'll help you get the most out of your piano. Again, glad I could help!
@@tobiasfernandez3738 hey, thanks a lot for all the info. Sad to know I cannot have many presets as I don't own Apple stuff. But that's fine as I was just curious I could keep your settings at a click away. Let's keep playing!
Hi. Can you help me? Are you having problems with the speaker of this instrument? Mine has a buzzing sound when playing low Keys. Especially IF I play above mid-level volume. I can't use the boost because the noise is unbearable 😫
Hi Giorgio, I have not tried the new Kawai ES920. It looks like it has some great features. Personally, depending on your budget, if you are looking for a pure digital piano, I would say the best are those high up in the Yamaha Clavinova series - for example, the CLP-785. This will give you the best experience that is closest to an acoustic. Better yet, get a hybrid. But if you are looking for a smaller, more portable digital piano, the Yamaha p-515 is certainly a good choice. I can't say much about the Kawai, but it looks good too. I'd say unless you want to buy a stage piano, those two should be at the top of the list. Hope this helps! Toby
@@tobiasfernandez3738 thanks a lot for your guidance. Helps a lot. Trust more your view that many piano reviews available in RUclips which most of the times are sponsored and not objective.
Dear, I would like some advice from you. I would like to buy a digital piano and thought about the Korg grand stage 88. Do you think this Yamaha is better and the piano technical for a piano player? You play very well. Congrats.
I would definitely recommend this piano for a technical player ... in my experience, it has the best action and by far the best sound you can get in a digital piano. if you are looking for the closest thing to an acoustic as far as technicality, I would go for a hybrid piano, but as these are quite expensive, the p515 is a good choice. I can't compare it to the Korg specifically, as I have never played it. Thank you for your praise!
Hey, Tobias, here I am bugging you again regarding the P515, specifically the F4 (F immediately above middle C) sound. I realized there's indeed something with the sound there. I found out when I use headphones (binaural sample) F4 sounds just fine, great. However , through the speakers, the sound of that note is somewhat weak or broken. Could you please check whether you hear any difference between these two samples (with headphones and through the speakers)? Many thanks again.
Personally, I would choose a real acoustic if it's in good shape and stays in tune. Digital pianos just can't cut it when it comes to dynamic range. I myself still like the p-515, and it's my only option right now as I live in a small house and an acoustic is simply too loud for the pieces I play...
@@tobiasfernandez3738 and what about the keys clicking noises? I once tried a cdp 100 by Casio, cheapest model was, and the key noises was louder than the music)) , so what about your piano, I've seen you practise pieces like Rachmaninoff first concerto what would make for instance the Casio cdp100 ' s action into small pieces) in a very short time, and Yamaha's black keys still plastic what do u think? Is it durable? For me piano playing is still music in first place and thats the reason I have a very cheap Russian uppright , with week sound but no clicking noises)) Im similar level than u, want to practise monster pieces but want to enjoy the sound, so I want a digital piano cuz real it's expensive even the uppright for me recently but I don't want an instrument louder key action than the music. Do you suggest for me your piano? For instance I'm practising for 2 month in 3 hours every day Liszt Mephistopheles 1. with my recently uppright there is not and won't be clicking noise.
Hey, Tobias, me again, another user of the P515. Would you kindly do me a favor: could you test the sound for F4 on CFX, through the piano's speakers? I realized mine seem to crack a bit, or sound brighter that E4 or G4, for instance. And if that wasn't enough, I also realized that when using headphones, the sound is OK. I sent a Whatsapp audio to my local Yamaha store, and the salesguy couldn't hear any difference, but there is one, unfortunately. Thanks for your input.
Hey Helvecio! I just tested my F4, and I didn't notice anything unusual. It sounds about the same as the notes around it, disregarding pitch, of course. However, in the past, I have heard a strange rattling/crackling noise in general when I play. I quickly discovered this was due to the music stand shaking due to the vibration of the speakers. When I remove the music stand, this noise disappears. It doesn't happen all too often - perhaps depending on the angle the stand sits at, it appears. Anyways, this may be worth a try, but unfortunately that's all the help I can provide.
Audio cable...could you please tell me more detail and how did you synch video and audio recording for me? I do have same instrument but don’t know how to record..
Hi! To record, I use an audio cable that goes directly from the "auxiliary out" on the back if the instrument into the headphone jack of my iphone. However, to get an iphone to recognize the p515 as an audio input, you have to buy a splitter, like this one: www.amazon.com/Kingtop-Adapter-Tablet-Headsets-Version/dp/B01I3A47I4/ref=sr_1_17?dchild=1&keywords=splitter+audio+microphone+for+iphone&qid=1596040681&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-17 You plug the male end of the audio cable from the piano into the microphone female end of this splitter, and plug the male end of the splitter into your iphone. Then you can just record a normal video with your phone, and the only audio that the video will contain is that coming from the instrument. The only downside to this is that to get a clean sound, you have to keep the volume pretty low on the instrument. Otherwise, however, this method allows for a pre-synched audio and video, and is pretty handy! Hope this helps
Tobias Fernandez Thank you for your advise!!! It really helps! Only a minor question...(sorry I’m still learning...) so I have to purchase audio cable and splitter separately or is splitter itself a audio cable??
You're welcome! The splitter is not an audio cable in itself, you have to have both. Here's a link for an example (you could buy this one and it would work): www.amazon.com/CableCreation-Splitter-Players-Amplifier-Systems/dp/B01JY2GL6Q/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=audio+cable+3.5mm+male+to+two+1%2F4+inch&qid=1596064684&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-9 Again, you need both the splitter and the audio cable above or an audio cable similiar.
Tobias Fernandez Thank you very much for your answers!!! I’ll definitely buy them tonight and start to record me playing!!! Oh right, good catch! Yes, I’m iPhone is 11 so I’ll get the converter as well!!
It's a complicated answer. As you're probably aware of if you play on an acoustic piano, digital pianos are virtually incapable of reproducing the feel of a hammer weighting the key. This piano has escapement on the keys, which adds a little to the feeling of playing on an acoustic. However, I would not say that the keys are heavier than on an acoustic. They require a good amount of force to create noise, but you can adjust the point at which noise will sound in the touch settings. I'd say an acoustic still requires more momentum and weight to create a large sound, whereas it's a little easier to hit the max noise level on the p515. In addition, it's also easier to create a small amount of noise without getting too loud. As a seasoned pianist myself, I'd say that the keys are very decent and about the closest you can get to the action of a grand without moving to a hybrid digital piano with actual hammers. I was wanting a piano with keys heavy enough to where when I was transitioning to an acoustic I wouldn't have to add much more force, and this is true. I think the weighting is just about right.. my fingers still become more fatigued on an acoustic piano than on the p515. But keep in mind this is just my opinion
I have a yamaha gb1 and this keyboard as well, the keys are heavier but like Tobias said you can sort of play around with the touch settings and balance it out. It isnt that much different but maybe I am spoiled because I learned to play on a yamaha grand piano lol
Hi, In my opinion, the action is just about right. If you're a classical pianist and use acoustic pianos often, this action should be a good adjustment. If you're a more casual pianist who mainly plays on keyboards, the action might feel a little bit heavy. Also, if you did not already know, under the "Piano Room" option you can change the weight of the keys (it doesn't physically change the weight, but rather the amount of touch required to result in a certain amount of sound). You may want to change this to "light" and see how it feels
Jonathan Sanchez - I have the P515 and the action is not heavy, what people report as heavy is the initial press of the key. On an acoustic grand, pressing a key you feel it dip with little resistance whereas on the P515 there’s more resistance in comparison and that’s what is perceived as heavy. Once that initial press is made the rest of the key travel isn’t heavy. Saying that, I’ve had mine over year now and it’s my daily practice piano and a) have adjusted to it and b) probably has loosen up or at least feels it has because of getting used to it. If anything you need to ensure your technique in terms of using arm weight is focused with this action and not relying on your fingers only when pressing the keys. Do that, and when you sit to play on an acoustic your transition will be smoother.
I totally disagree. Merriam piano is well known for doing biased reviews against any Yamaha instrument. The keys are not heavy if you try to play a grand acoustic piano. They're just exactly the same. Of course if you come from keyboards, well, any digital piano will be too heavy then.
Hey everyone! This is the new version of a video I uploaded a few days ago - this one has much better audio quality
I just received my Yamaha P-515 and it’s simply a fantastic instrument. Love your playing. By the way I use headphones a lot as well. What brand is your headphone? Trying to find a good quality headphone to capture all the great piano voices. Any suggestions?
Great Audio Quality bro...
Tobias, as a fellow piano player, your playing reminds me of the same enthusiasm I had growing up and learning to play the piano. Never, EVER give it up no matter where your life takes you. Always keep music a big part of your life and spread the joy of it to others.
Brother you're fantastic, you're an inspiration, as a 17 year old you inspire me.
Thanks, that really means a lot.
Great demo of this piano. I'm seriously looking at this model or a Kawai ES920. You made this Yamaha sound awesome.
Thank you for including your settings exhaustively. Much appreciated,
Warmest regards,
Chris
Hey, I'm getting my p515 today or tomorrow the latest and can't wait. Thanks for sharing your amazing playing, really beautiful
I purchased this keyboard a couple of weeks back and its coming early next month or late august and watching this video just makes me so excited to have it in my home!
Yeah, I was really excited when I was expecting it too! It really is a nice piano, and in this price range is basically the best you can get as far as the keyboard and sound.. glad I increased your optimism! Once you receive the piano, you can play around with the settings, but you might also want to try the ones I listed in the description to get a sound you liked in the vid
Tobias Fernandez any recommendations on which sound best replicates an acoustic piano?
@@alijah21 In my opinion, the CFX grand replicates an acoustic piano the best, and you'll want to play around with the different Reverb settings as well. I used the Concert reverb setting but if you want it to sound like the piano is actually in your house and not in a hall you might be better off with the "Recital" reverb setting on a lower reverb depth. Hope this helps!
@@tobiasfernandez3738 how did you record the piano, was it through usb?
I used an audio cable directly from the output in the back of the keyboard to my iphone
Just got mine, I love it!
Oh man! You're incredible! Thanks a lot for Your settings. I'm receiving my P-515 today, so I'm excited! Greetings!
hes just professional.
came for the info stayed for the talent
Amazing piano playing.
Ok you won me over with howls moving castle. Lol
New Fam here...supportng from Ghubra Muscat Oman.. My interest in P515 broghte here.. you play so well bro
You play so good!!
Superb
Maravilloso...!🎹👍🥳😄... Gran Digitación 🎹.. Eres un Maestro..!😉🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹👍 Saludos 🇪🇨😃
You are awesome. And I own this keyboard and LOVE it.
Thanks! Yes, the piano is amazing.
I love my P-515 too. Please visit my channel, if you like, where I play our beautiful instrument :)
Great demonstration of the piano and your skills! I have the same instrument, but the reverb depths you suggest are quite high for my taste 🙃
Yeah me too, like 10 lower than suggested. I also set brightness to 7 instead of 8 for the CFX and Bösendorfer. Please feel free to visit my channel if you like. You'll find tunes that I play all with our wonderful P-515 :)
Excellent playing, you're really good at the dynamics. Im hoping to buy a P515 when the finances allow :)
You'll love it! I wish you to make your dream come true.
This is an excellent demonstration. It's interesting to see you turn up the brightness on the Bosendorfer and CFX (as the impression people have for at least, any Yamaha, is that they are bright but I find the treble not all that bright in the CFX). Anyway, you play wonderfully and expressively and that's what I look for in listening to any type of piano, including the better digitals and don't get that often in piano demos on youtube. So, great job and thank you.
Thank you for your feedback and praise! I'm glad this is a helpful resource.
great vid
Wow!!!
Nice
What do you think about Kawai mp 11se? Thank you
Hi! Do you know how to higher up the volume from the original max volume, the max volume sounds a bit smaller than I expected. Thank you and you play really nicely^^
To raise the volume from the max volume you will have to use a video editor, if you are talking about during play go to sound boost in your settings on the p515
Thanks a lot Tobias. You have shared your settings, but would you like to tell us which headphones are you using ?
Hey Ecume, I am using the Audio Technica ATH-M20X Professional Monitor Headphones. Since there seems to be a lot of interest in this across my channel I will add this to the video description.
nice!
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Hola tobias que bien tocas, oye una pregunta como efectuas la limpieza de este piano????
Hi, you play vety well! I am just a beginner and am thinking of this one or the Roland DP603. When I hear your playing, it sounds fantastic! But when I go out to the shop to try, I always feel like it's not as good as I hear on youtube video.😅
Hi Ida!
The issue here is probably just the settings you have on the voices at the shop - I list my settings in the description; if you want to get an accurate sound test at the shop, you could try changing the settings to what I have or something similar, or maybe fine-tune some settings to your own taste. Maybe the p515 isn't for you, but it is very customizable as far as how it sounds, so you definitely need to try and get a sound you like from it - that's one of the best things about this Yamaha!
@@tobiasfernandez3738 Thanks for your reply. 😃 I also have seen many people sharing their comment on this piano. They love this model as well.
But only what a pity that it doesn't come with a case cover. It's really quite dusty and humid here in Hong Kong. As for this price, some other brand can give a full set model with a case cover.
@@tobiasfernandez3738 Oh, I can see you are using different settinf fir each music, even the brigtness you use different setting!
@@tobiasfernandez3738 Oh, I can see you are using different settinf fir each music, even the brigtness, reverb depth, you use different setting!
You played awesome on your demo.. I olay piano also on my chanel
is it possible to make a arius 164 sound like this? of course i mean the cfx sound at the beginning. NOT the boesendörfer.
beautiful playing, friend! may you please tell me what cable you used to connect the output to your iphone?
Hey, thanks, this is awesome. I just got mine, am a beginner. Do you know if I can save the settings as per your suggestion as a present so I can have say, factoring settings and Tobias settings with just a few keystrokes? Thanks.
Hey, I'm glad this was useful! Unfortunately, using the instrument alone, you can only save one setting at a time for each voice (if you turn on the the backup settings for voice, every piano voice will keep it's setting after turning the piano off and back on, however, the piano can only keep track of one custom setting per voice at a time.). However, if you download the free "Smart Pianist" app on your iphone or iPad, you can connect your device to the piano, and within the app there are many useful features, which, among other things, include limitless save files for settings, even on the same voice. The most inconvenient part is that there are only two ways to connect your device to the p515 to use the app - a wired connection, which is what I use, or a wireless connection that lets your piano talk to your wireless router; in addition, only Apple iOS devices are compatible with the p515 right now. The wired option is a lot cheaper (10 - 20 USD) compared to 85 USD for the wireless option, which can be found on Yamaha's website. I'll give a link for the two options below:
Wired option: www.amazon.com/MeloAudio-Compatible-Controller-Electronic-Microphone%EF%BC%8C5FT/dp/B07FLWN6G4/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=usb-b+to+lightning&qid=1595866514&s=electronics&sr=1-3
Wireless option: www.amazon.com/Yamaha-UDWL01-WIFI-MIDI-Adapter/dp/B01B71IQ6K#customerReviews
I've found the app is pretty useful, but only for utilizing functions that you can't operate on the piano's physical interface. For example, you can record a song, and have it instantly turned into sheet music on your phone. If you don't have an iOS device, unfortunately there's no way to save multiple settings for a voice. If you do have an iphone (or ipad), however, I would highly recommend buying that cable, or one similar, and downloading the app. It'll help you get the most out of your piano. Again, glad I could help!
@@tobiasfernandez3738 hey, thanks a lot for all the info. Sad to know I cannot have many presets as I don't own Apple stuff. But that's fine as I was just curious I could keep your settings at a click away. Let's keep playing!
You should have wait for Kawa es920 (succeed es8) way better...
Yamaha married 🍎, shame on them !
Hi. Can you help me? Are you having problems with the speaker of this instrument? Mine has a buzzing sound when playing low Keys. Especially IF I play above mid-level volume. I can't use the boost because the noise is unbearable 😫
Hi Tobias I am thinking to change my digital piano. did you try the new KAWAI ES920 ? What do you think is best Yamaha or kawai? Thanks
Hi Giorgio,
I have not tried the new Kawai ES920. It looks like it has some great features. Personally, depending on your budget, if you are looking for a pure digital piano, I would say the best are those high up in the Yamaha Clavinova series - for example, the CLP-785. This will give you the best experience that is closest to an acoustic. Better yet, get a hybrid. But if you are looking for a smaller, more portable digital piano, the Yamaha p-515 is certainly a good choice. I can't say much about the Kawai, but it looks good too. I'd say unless you want to buy a stage piano, those two should be at the top of the list. Hope this helps!
Toby
@@tobiasfernandez3738 thanks a lot for your guidance. Helps a lot. Trust more your view that many piano reviews available in RUclips which most of the times are sponsored and not objective.
Dear, I would like some advice from you. I would like to buy a digital piano and thought about the Korg grand stage 88. Do you think this Yamaha is better and the piano technical for a piano player? You play very well. Congrats.
I would definitely recommend this piano for a technical player ... in my experience, it has the best action and by far the best sound you can get in a digital piano. if you are looking for the closest thing to an acoustic as far as technicality, I would go for a hybrid piano, but as these are quite expensive, the p515 is a good choice. I can't compare it to the Korg specifically, as I have never played it. Thank you for your praise!
@@tobiasfernandez3738 okay thanks but too late I bought another digital piano hahaha:) Good luck:)
Hey, Tobias, here I am bugging you again regarding the P515, specifically the F4 (F immediately above middle C) sound. I realized there's indeed something with the sound there. I found out when I use headphones (binaural sample) F4 sounds just fine, great. However , through the speakers, the sound of that note is somewhat weak or broken. Could you please check whether you hear any difference between these two samples (with headphones and through the speakers)? Many thanks again.
What would u choose? P515 or an average but real acoustic uppright piano?
Personally, I would choose a real acoustic if it's in good shape and stays in tune. Digital pianos just can't cut it when it comes to dynamic range. I myself still like the p-515, and it's my only option right now as I live in a small house and an acoustic is simply too loud for the pieces I play...
@@tobiasfernandez3738 and what about the keys clicking noises? I once tried a cdp 100 by Casio, cheapest model was, and the key noises was louder than the music)) , so what about your piano, I've seen you practise pieces like Rachmaninoff first concerto what would make for instance the Casio cdp100 ' s action into small pieces) in a very short time, and Yamaha's black keys still plastic what do u think? Is it durable? For me piano playing is still music in first place and thats the reason I have a very cheap Russian uppright , with week sound but no clicking noises)) Im similar level than u, want to practise monster pieces but want to enjoy the sound, so I want a digital piano cuz real it's expensive even the uppright for me recently but I don't want an instrument louder key action than the music. Do you suggest for me your piano? For instance I'm practising for 2 month in 3 hours every day Liszt Mephistopheles 1. with my recently uppright there is not and won't be clicking noise.
Hope people that are watching herr will subscribed to you.. you got 7k views but subs are just 180
Hey, Tobias, me again, another user of the P515. Would you kindly do me a favor: could you test the sound for F4 on CFX, through the piano's speakers? I realized mine seem to crack a bit, or sound brighter that E4 or G4, for instance. And if that wasn't enough, I also realized that when using headphones, the sound is OK. I sent a Whatsapp audio to my local Yamaha store, and the salesguy couldn't hear any difference, but there is one, unfortunately. Thanks for your input.
Hey Helvecio!
I just tested my F4, and I didn't notice anything unusual. It sounds about the same as the notes around it, disregarding pitch, of course. However, in the past, I have heard a strange rattling/crackling noise in general when I play. I quickly discovered this was due to the music stand shaking due to the vibration of the speakers. When I remove the music stand, this noise disappears. It doesn't happen all too often - perhaps depending on the angle the stand sits at, it appears. Anyways, this may be worth a try, but unfortunately that's all the help I can provide.
Audio cable...could you please tell me more detail and how did you synch video and audio recording for me? I do have same instrument but don’t know how to record..
Hi!
To record, I use an audio cable that goes directly from the "auxiliary out" on the back if the instrument into the headphone jack of my iphone. However, to get an iphone to recognize the p515 as an audio input, you have to buy a splitter, like this one:
www.amazon.com/Kingtop-Adapter-Tablet-Headsets-Version/dp/B01I3A47I4/ref=sr_1_17?dchild=1&keywords=splitter+audio+microphone+for+iphone&qid=1596040681&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-17
You plug the male end of the audio cable from the piano into the microphone female end of this splitter, and plug the male end of the splitter into your iphone. Then you can just record a normal video with your phone, and the only audio that the video will contain is that coming from the instrument. The only downside to this is that to get a clean sound, you have to keep the volume pretty low on the instrument. Otherwise, however, this method allows for a pre-synched audio and video, and is pretty handy! Hope this helps
Tobias Fernandez
Thank you for your advise!!! It really helps! Only a minor question...(sorry I’m still learning...) so I have to purchase audio cable and splitter separately or is splitter itself a audio cable??
You're welcome! The splitter is not an audio cable in itself, you have to have both. Here's a link for an example (you could buy this one and it would work):
www.amazon.com/CableCreation-Splitter-Players-Amplifier-Systems/dp/B01JY2GL6Q/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=audio+cable+3.5mm+male+to+two+1%2F4+inch&qid=1596064684&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-9
Again, you need both the splitter and the audio cable above or an audio cable similiar.
Also, one more thing - what iphone do you have? If it's a newer one it will not have a headphone jack, and you'll need different/additional adapters
Tobias Fernandez
Thank you very much for your answers!!! I’ll definitely buy them tonight and start to record me playing!!!
Oh right, good catch! Yes, I’m iPhone is 11 so I’ll get the converter as well!!
I've heard people say the keys are heavy, even for a seasoned pianist. Do you think so?
It's a complicated answer. As you're probably aware of if you play on an acoustic piano, digital pianos are virtually incapable of reproducing the feel of a hammer weighting the key. This piano has escapement on the keys, which adds a little to the feeling of playing on an acoustic. However, I would not say that the keys are heavier than on an acoustic. They require a good amount of force to create noise, but you can adjust the point at which noise will sound in the touch settings. I'd say an acoustic still requires more momentum and weight to create a large sound, whereas it's a little easier to hit the max noise level on the p515. In addition, it's also easier to create a small amount of noise without getting too loud. As a seasoned pianist myself, I'd say that the keys are very decent and about the closest you can get to the action of a grand without moving to a hybrid digital piano with actual hammers. I was wanting a piano with keys heavy enough to where when I was transitioning to an acoustic I wouldn't have to add much more force, and this is true. I think the weighting is just about right.. my fingers still become more fatigued on an acoustic piano than on the p515. But keep in mind this is just my opinion
@@tobiasfernandez3738 I agree with you.
I have a yamaha gb1 and this keyboard as well, the keys are heavier but like Tobias said you can sort of play around with the touch settings and balance it out. It isnt that much different but maybe I am spoiled because I learned to play on a yamaha grand piano lol
What settings?
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I bought this piano, What do you think about this piano? The action is very heavy? Thanks
Hi,
In my opinion, the action is just about right. If you're a classical pianist and use acoustic pianos often, this action should be a good adjustment. If you're a more casual pianist who mainly plays on keyboards, the action might feel a little bit heavy. Also, if you did not already know, under the "Piano Room" option you can change the weight of the keys (it doesn't physically change the weight, but rather the amount of touch required to result in a certain amount of sound). You may want to change this to "light" and see how it feels
Tobias Fernandez ohh :( i am beginner piano
@@tobiasfernandez3738 o lot of forum the people say that yamaha has key very haeavey than acoustic piano :(
Jonathan Sanchez - I have the P515 and the action is not heavy, what people report as heavy is the initial press of the key. On an acoustic grand, pressing a key you feel it dip with little resistance whereas on the P515 there’s more resistance in comparison and that’s what is perceived as heavy. Once that initial press is made the rest of the key travel isn’t heavy.
Saying that, I’ve had mine over year now and it’s my daily practice piano and a) have adjusted to it and b) probably has loosen up or at least feels it has because of getting used to it.
If anything you need to ensure your technique in terms of using arm weight is focused with this action and not relying on your fingers only when pressing the keys. Do that, and when you sit to play on an acoustic your transition will be smoother.
@@jcwpiano i have bought clp 745 is similar a p515 but i feel is a little light than p515
How do you like the Yamaha? Wonderful playing
Thank you! I really like it - for a digital piano it allows me to have an incredible range of dynamics and tone
Reviewed by Stu Merriam piano,he showed 515 keys are way heavier than average acoustic pianos...I totally agree ！！！
I totally disagree. Merriam piano is well known for doing biased reviews against any Yamaha instrument. The keys are not heavy if you try to play a grand acoustic piano. They're just exactly the same. Of course if you come from keyboards, well, any digital piano will be too heavy then.
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