🎹Yamaha DGX-660 Portable Digital Piano Review & Demo - Contemporary & Versatile🎹
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Hello, and thank you for joining us for another piano review video at the Merriam Pianos RUclips channel. Today, we’re going to be doing a deep dive into the Yamaha DGX660 digital piano.
While the DGX660 has been on the market for a while, it’s still relatively unique given what it offers in the price point. It’s a super popular piano, and we’re excited to get in front of one today.
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Piano Sound:
The first thing that jumps out to me, and it’s something I also like about the P125, is the fact the speakers face upwards. While there’s a definite benefit of downward facing speakers, to get those benefits you need a relatively large speaker. In instruments with smaller speakers such as this, the upward facing speakers is a nice touch.
There’s a 12 watt amp driving two speakers, and while that’s not really a lot of power, the DGX660 doesn’t ever feel underpowered. Part of the reason for going with a 12 watt amp is likely in an attempt to keep the overall weight of the instrument down, which comes in at 46 lbs, so while not super light, isn’t crazy heavy either like some larger stage pianos.
The DGX660 is designed for solo piano performance situations as the DGX660 falls into the Arranger Keyboard category, meaning you can arrange a number of parts in real time behind what you’re playing. There’s a 192 notes of polyphony here which is essential for an arranger keyboard or multi-track recording. 256 note polyphony is the typical standard for arranger keyboards, but you should still be okay with 192 notes.
The main piano sample loaded here is the Pure CF Sampling. The default setting when you start playing is referred to as Piano Room, which offers a few easy-to-edit parameters such as reverb, touch curve and tuning among others so you can customize your preferred piano tone.
Piano Action:
Yamaha, like most digital piano manufacturers, has a few different actions that they use in all of their various models. The DGX660 uses their most basic action here, which Yamaha refers to as the GHS action. This action has been around for quite a few years at this point, and has some clear pros and cons. Compared to other actions available at this price point, such as Roland’s PHA4 action and Kawai’s Responsive Hammer Compact II action, the GHS is definitely lagging behind when comparing the specs. While individual players may still prefer the GHS, it’s worth keeping in mind why the other actions mentioned might be preferable for studio use when accuracy of MIDI output is important, as the GHS features a double sensor, versus the triple sensor the other two actions boast.
I personally prefer having some texture on the white keys, which is not the case here, though there is a texture on the black keys which is a nice touch. The weight of this action is a huge plus for me, as it feels just right - not too heavy and not too soft. It’s also worth noting that the GHS does not feature escapement, which may or may not matter to you, but again propels the PHA4 ahead for me.
Piano Features:
This brings us to the arranger features of the piano. If these features don’t matter, the P125 probably makes a lot more sense in terms of Yamaha’s offerings, but this is where the DGX660 really delivers for the money.
For starters, all of the arranging related function buttons are situated on the left hand side of the instrument. The auto-accompaniment feature offers up a full rhythm section, with lots of control over how you interact with the features. This is super fun, and functional for performance situations. There’s 205 accompaniment styles built in, so you’ve got a ton of stylistic bases covered.
Conclusions:
For the money, the DGX660 is one of the best blends of features and sounds. It’s definitely not the best choice for a student or advanced player (due to the action), but for anyone looking specifically for an arranger keyboard in the price point, the DGX660 checks a lot of boxes.
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This was my first digital piano I bought when it first came out and it was amazing for the price value sounds and feel you can’t beat it. I would recommend this for beginners or professionals it will do any job you throw at it
What do you use now?
@@wesleycolemanmusic i have a yamaha MX88 for my at home board and a yamaha mx49 for my travel gig board , they have same exact sounds so it’s easy to transition between the two
@@quaymcquitter8386 what's in your gig bag?
I'm still using till I can afford what I really want. What was your favorite voices on the 660?
Wow...Finally I found somebody that could actually explain all about the GX660.
Thanks...Amazing job.
Got the DGX660 and I love the sound and action. I mainly use it as a normal piano and the sound of the grand is still better than any other I have heard on any below $1200. I also has a lot of other fun functions that you may or may not want to use. I just watched the demo to hear what Stu says about it. Fantastic review, by the way, from a fantastic piano player (loved the accordeon demo!).
I am surprised reviewers do not make more of a big deal about the fact that you simply transfer your recording onto a pen/stick which provides a PERFECT recording for you to download onto your PC and simply burn to disc. No expensive microphones or soundproofed recording studios are required. You can play your recording on any CD player and it sounds like a truly professional recording . This instrument is astonishing value for money.
I bought this DGX on kind of a whim, just to have a fun hobbyist instrument. Your video is the most thorough one I've seen, it actually got me excited to crank it on. Hope you follow through with a tips & tricks segment on its accompaniment features.
might be able to buy one my self in these next few days 😁😁
Great review! This keyboard was the most fun instrument I’ve owned. I tend to play heavy banging away and unfortunately the white and black key pads wore down a little after about four years, they started to make louder thumps and clicks when playing. I guess the rubber or felt pads compress and got worn out.
I do recommend this keyboard for the live recorded drum patterns, microphone settings, ease of use, the fast dial wheel, large screen and speakers.
Absolutely! Yes, the GHS action isn't their most durable, I wore out two full actions myself a few years back...but the instrument's combo of musical features is fantastic, you're right!.
Great demo! I love this piano.I’ve had it for a couple of years and am re-learning after a 40 year absence.I use the ‘lesson’ feature and also really enjoy the different voices when I have to practice the same piece or technical exercise a gazillion times. This piano is always fun and really helps a person enjoy their music fully.
That is awesome to hear! Glad you are enjoying the features and the piano! Thanks so much for watching! We appreciate it. :)
Good job with the demo and review. Pretty thorough. Very informative. Also, I like your playing.
Yamaha keyboards have great acoustic piano samples. I had a DGX 230 and that's what I loved about it. The synth sounds were also excellent
Absolutely! The company has put out some excellent models over the years. :)
LOL love the smile and shrug after the accordion bit at 13:22. Nice playing, as always.
That little bit made me so happy. That sound is so incredible
You provide a very competent review with a lot of useful information and insights.
Fantastic playing! Great tutorial! Thank you!
Thanks so much! We're glad you enjoyed it! :)
Just ordered this piano to start learning to play it, and because already took the plunge and paid for it I WILL learn how to play it!
The review video is good but I feel it takes quite some time to actually get to the point, kind of lacks comparison vs a true acoustic piano, is the digital one feeling equal or similar? You did mention the weight which is great I wanted weighted keys myself.
Keep the reviews coming.!
Great review Stu. I think the 3 pedal unit is an optional extra. As a hobbyist I have a DGX-660 and love it. It also has MIDI in & out via USB so you can hook it up to a computer and control a DAW or download / play other MIDI tracks through it.
Hi Steve, you're write, the 3 pedals is an extra option...slip of the tongue there! Thanks for the comments, and yes - great versatile instrument. Nice job by Yamaha :) -Stu
Do you use an interface with your keyboard DAW?
@@HeavenlyBridegroomMusic Depends. Straight into the DAW PC via USB, or audio into a TC-Helicon Voicelive Extreme 3 (VLX3) and USB from the VLX3 to the PC. Neither lately, mainly playing guitar at the moment.
Stu's review is very educational....☝️
Hi Stu great review as always. Did plan a review of the DGX 670 at any time :-) Thank's again.
Hi Jean! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thank you for tuning in! We do have the DGX670 on our list of potential video candidates for the future. We will do our best to tackle it! :)
Thank You so much for this amazing review. Now I know what I need exactly. I change my Auris ydp-143 to this one.
Can we get more video about how to play like u, coz u play it really good n smooth as hell 😂😂😂😂
Excellent video. The best technical analysis reviews I've come cross on you tube. However, where is the DGX-670 review. Its been on the market for some time now. I would really like to hear your thought on this heavily acclaimed upgrade. Keep up the good work. appreciated.
Im very curious about the new DGX 670 and how does it compare against the p125.
Now there is a DGX-670.... Time flies, but the 660 was first presented on 2016. It was time to renew. And in short time we will see Genos 2, Montage 2... Do we really need new instruments?. Do we get the maximum from them?. Probably not
I lmao'd when you broke into that hymn near the beginning. Should've saved that for the end of the video. Amen.
Sometimes it just slips out! Played churches for 10 years growing up, it's in the blood now.
Great demo and playing. What external devices, amp or speakers are you using in this demo? Looks like I see on the back 3 lines used, (1) power plug, (2) phones/output, and (3) sustain ports used. Thanks
Great review! I've had the Yamaha YPG-235 for a pretty long time now and I've become annoyed at the amount of clicking I hear from the keys as I play, especially noticeable when I record a video with my phone. Does this keyboard avoid that issue?
I bought this piano at the start of the year and observed no clicking!
That sound likely is caused by the non-weighted spring action of the 235. The 660 has fully weighted keys so they shouldn’t be annoying like that
as always great video stu 👍
I've had a DGX-660 for years (it was a gift from my husband), and now that my 6-year-old son has started learning piano, I'd like to buy a Roland for him. I've heard that Roland keyboards offer a touch closer to that of a real piano. I'm considering the Roland F701. Can you tell me if it would be an upgrade from the DGX-660, or are they similar in level? Additionally, do you have any recommendations for other models that might be better suited for us?
Hi! Brent here! That is awesome to hear that your son has also taken up the piano! The Roland PHA4 action that is featured on the F701 is fantastic. In my opinion, it will be an upgrade from the DGX660 in terms of authenticity of touch. With that said, you may find models like the HP704 and DP603 from Roland to be a more substantial upgrade, as it has the higher end PHA50 action. :)
I have this and I can say it’s worth it and an awesome instrument
Which one would you recommend, this one or the casio px s3ooo. Thank you
thank you for the review. any chance you could do the review for the Yamaha DGX-670?
Hi there! It is on the list of potential models to cover in an upcoming review/comparison video. We will do our best to tackle it! :)
I can hear the actual keys hitting the felt. Is your lapel mic picking up that sound? Are the note strikes as pronounced as they seem?
Great review Stu! Much appreciated!!!
My pleasure!
Every time I hear one of those Yamaha pianos I buckle at the knees and I faint ...😳,.... and....I.... convulse....!!!! .......It's a Yamaha....Its just that good....
Thanks for taking the time to tune in and write in! We appreciate it. :)
Tive vários pianos, vou só falar de 2. O Casio PX560 tem teclas com uma resposta incrível, muito melhor que do Yamahas com GHS, mas o Casio é barulhento, talvez os mais recentes tenham recebido um ajuste, mas as primeiras versões incomodam de tão alto! Já em relação aos sons a linha P45 a 125 e DGX da Yamaha são melhores. Os yamahas mais antigos P120 P140 tem outro sistema de teclas GHE que são melhores e também mais firmes e silenciosas.
Stu can u make a video, bout what the best way to learn piano is it online classes, offline class, or an apps, n does apps really do the job ?
came here for the review, stayed for the AMAZING PIANO PLAYING!!!! still an amazing review, though, thank you
Thanks a million for tuning in! We appreciate it and we're glad you enjoyed the review and Stu's playing! :)
I wonder if you can review the DGX670? The CFX sound blew me away today at the store... the keyboard action felt a little bit better than P125 although they are both GHS... How it sounds compared to VST, I am not sure... but I think one disadvantage is the VST, we can use it in DAW... I think there is no way to use the DGX-670 as a sound server so that we can send MIDI signal to it and have it generate the sound back to the computer... unless... if we somehow hack it by doing it separately by using a MIDI file and then recording the sound using the USB drive or an audio interface, and then import it back to the DAW
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks so much for supporting our channel and writing in! We do our best to tackle as many community-submitted video review suggestions as possible and will definitely add the DGX670 to the list. With so many models, it is difficult to tackle each and every single one, but we always do our best. Thanks for the suggestion! :)
Would be great if you did the same review on the DGX-670
670 looks so ugly :/
Great review. I want to hook up stero speakers to my Dxg660. The keyboard sounds great with my stereo headset. However, without the headset, it sounds high pitch with a ping. I have read the entire manual and tried different options. Help.
Excellent demo.
Thanks Brian, much appreciated ;)
Best thing you can play is a good hymn. 👍
I have an iPad Pro 10.5 and DGX650 AND I WOULD LIKE TO USE THE IGRAND PIANO APP AS MY MAIN SOUNDS SOURCE WITHOUT THE DGX SOUNDS INTERFERING... PLEASE DO A VIDEO SHOWING HOW TO MAKE THE CONNECTION AND THE SETTINGS.... THANKS 🙏
does the DGX 660 work with smart pianist app either with or without the Yamaha wireless adapter
also do you know if Yamaha is planning to update this line next year?
Excellent Presentation. Do you teach online?
You play like Angel I I love the way you play
I had a dgx 660 and i sold it because when i got the roland fp10 i stoped playing on it and i felt that the yamaha was way lower quality but it's more expensive
interesting, because they are not same function at the first place. dgx is 2 ways you can play either performance or music recording/editing. fp10 is more performing piano only. they are not the same use in practical. and dgx is just about 110 usd higher price than fp10
Is it possible to add an external vocal mic, to add vocals to a recording? Thanks so much.
I see three cords coming from the back. I know one is the power, one is the sustain. The one in the middle is I believe used for earphones which you don't have on so I must ask, what are you using that connection for?
Maybe it’s used to save it as a so the music we hear doesn’t get messed up by being recorded with a microphone. Not sure though.
Which you think is the best choice for a student or advanced player?, with the same range of price
Hi Juan - The DGX660 is an awesome combo of features for beginner or intermediate players, or for performers who already have an established technique. For an advanced classical player or serious student in this price range, I'd be looking at something other than the GHS action from Yamaha - Unfortunately you can't access the RH3 Kawai action at that price, but you can get the RHCII action, which is in the KDP110, or on Roland, I'd take a serious look at the RP102, which has the PHA-4 action. Both of those actions to me are the best for higher-level players when we're looking at the $1000 USD range. -stu
Merriam Music Thank you for answering
@@MerriamPianos Do you think all of these pianos have a mice connection as well?🙏🏽🍀🎤🎹 I want to sing while playing so it would be awesome to get something good for a reasonable price with a mic port.
@@MerriamPianos Also, what do you think about Roland F-140R Digital Piano?
Is it a little better than RP 102? I’ll appreciate your help
@@rawcoconutgirl Late answer, but yes they have mic connection.
I was going to buy the Casio Ct-x 700 but I saw a review by Jeremy Lee who was upset that the makers of the Casio ct-x700 who did not make the layering sounds high enough compared to the left side of the tone sections. Can any one recommend a electric keyboard that you can use in a recording studio that has equal sound level on the tones as well as the layering sounds.
Can it record MIDI tracks or only audio(wave files)? can you connect it directly to the computer (with a USB cable) and record an audio file with REAPER/CUBASE without an external sound card?
Is there any particular reason the 670 hasn't been reviewed on here?
Does the Yamaha DGX 660B have a bass chord looper? I want to buy. Thank you.
Are you referring to accompaniment/playalong backing tracks? If so, the DGX660 is well-equipped with accompaniment options.
Dgx 660 vs p125 main piano, which one better? Thx
In terms of keybed of the piano, P125 feels better
In general, dgx660 has more features and more "fun"
its all about how you will use the keyboard in practical. there are many models only for piano performing, will give better touch of piano than dgx660. BUT this is because dgx is a 2 ways keyboard that fit both live performing and music recording/mixing, not just pretend to be a piano. If you only want to play classical piano on keyboard, dont go for dgx660. If you are a music player that need much more features and functions, you have to choose dgx660 instead of other "piano only" model
Superb 👌👌👌🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈
Does it have a built in audio interface??
Can you save your layered sounds and store them in this piano I need help I’m buying a piano in 10 days!! HELP? I’m also eyeing the Yamaha MX88 and Korg Kross 2 88 key.
Can this one play or load the external styles from usb?
Mine is shorting out and getting a blue screen of death after about 5 minutes of playing. I think it's just very temperamental. I'm wondering if getting a surge protector would solve the problem.
Hi there! It is possible that a surge protector may resolve the issue, but it sounds like it may be a good idea to have a technician inspect the instrument to help diagnose and troubleshoot the issue.
Thanks for the great reviews and comparisons. Would love to see a comparison between dgx 660 and the new Korg XE-20SP. Especially curious about the action of the XE-20.
Just saw Jeremy Se’s brand new demo on the Korg XE 20 and was honestly disappointed. That’s why I’m here. It may have a lot more options as far as sounds and accompaniements than the Yamaha but I think that the Yamaha sounds far superior.
I also just watched Jeremy See's new demo and review of the Korg XE20, and was also a bit disappointed in the XE20. Four things stood out for me in my comparison of the two keyboards. 1. The DGX-660 has a pitch bend wheel, but the XE20 doesn't (or a joystick either). 2. The DGX-660 can record audio .wav files directly into USB stick in the instrument, but as far as I know, the XE20 is not able to do that. 3. Much higher polyphony with the DGX-660. 4. For me, the DGX-660 is going to be much easier to navigate right out of the box.
Thomas Trotter - Totally agree.
I have the YPG-235 Yamaha keyboard, which shares some similarities with the 660, but the latter is a better instrument. So maybe it's time for an upgrade.
I had a YPG-235 for a few years. Made a few tunes on it. I liked it. Good, basic 76-key keyboard. Then I got a PSR EW400 which does more stuff and is also a nice 76-key keyboard. But have wanted an 88-key weighted action keyboard for a while. So am checking out the DGX-660 among others. I think you will be glad about upgrading, whatever you choose. By the way, I checked out your jazz stuff with Russell Wilson. Excellent!
@@TheMg49 I appreciate the feedback.
Can you hook up expression pedal to this along with sustain?
yes
@@palmerbehrends8107 thx
Is it still worth in 2021?
Which one you like best? Yamaha DGX-60 or Casio pxs-3000?
Yamaha sound better
Is this a step up from the p225?
It is a very different offering to be honest. The DGX models are "arranger" pianos, which means that they have a plethora of onboard accompaniment features and options. The P series instruments are designed to be used primarily for piano practice/performance. With that said, given how feature rich the DGX660 and DGX670 are, I would personally rate them as being more premium instruments than the P225.
Il mio prossimo piano
Great video, thank you.
Can anyone help me......
I have this piano. After I record onto a USB (in MIDI files):
1) what's the best way to play the recorded music on PC (keeping the same quality sound with no distortion and *without using a DAW* ? (I am asking because I'm struggling using my Presonus Studio One DAW version 5).
2) best app to convert this recorded music into Mp3 to export? (I'm going to export to Insight Timer app.)
Thanks in advance.
I am not as tech savvy, trying to avoid using any DAWs if at all possible.
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for the kind words and for tuning in! We appreciate it.
There are some very simple and intuitive DAWs out there (FL Studio, Cubase, Ableton, GarageBand, etc.). That would actually be my personal top suggestion. While there is a slight learning curve involved with any new piece of software, it will be an incredibly handy skill to learn. Furthermore, it will give you lots of creative flexibility in terms of layering multiple tracks/sounds, editing audio and improving the overall sonic representation of your music/playing through mixing-related plug-ins.
The other advantage of using DAWs is that most of them will have the ability to export as MP3 files. So, all-in-all, with a little bit of a learning curve to deal with, you will be fully equipped to tackle everything you seek to do. There are a number of wonderful tutorials on RUclips for each of the DAWs that I have listed. Thanks and hope this helps! :)
@@MerriamPianos hi Brent. You're welcome.
Thank you for taking time to reply. Ah, OK. You're not the first person to give me similar advice. Thank you. Looks like there's no other way around what I need to do. Lol. I can't avoid it. Haha. I need to change my belief that 'I am too old to learn technology!'. You're so right. I just need to face it head on and get through this learning curve!!
Thanks so much again. Much appreciate your help.
Can I spam notes on this piano like an acoustic
Благодарю всех благ!!!!!!!!
You're very welcome! :)
You should have had a camera over the piano screen and panel so we could see what you are doing. Wow. How could you not do that ?????
This video is a few years old. We are constantly to improve our videos and implement feedback from our community, so we appreciate your feedback immensely! We will definitely be trying to feature more shots of the control panels when it is relevant to do so in upcoming video reviews and comparisons. Thanks for tuning in and writing in! :)
I’m looking forward to to buying the DGX660 B
Prob going to be a beaut, for sure!
I have the DGX660. You will love it!
Wheres ur mic feature
Can you loop with this piano?????
Does anyone know how to record on the pianos “piano room” feature
As a 40 year old world class pro playing thousands upon thousands of nights in my life it mostly clubs Phoenix Los Angeles Nashville Chicago and the Aleutian Islands I love Yamaha I don't care who you are what you are who to say Yamaha is the s***. 😳😳
YAMAHA .......ROCKS .....!!!!!!!!!! .........I DON'T CARE WHO YOU ARE ...!!!!!!!!!😎😎😳😳🤗🤗
Yamaha makes solid digital and acoustic instruments! There is certainly no doubts about that. :)
Does the Yamaha DGX-660 have organ voices? Specifically pipe organ sound?
Yes
Yepp
does it have a transpose button?
Yes
Praticamente os mesmos timbres d yamaha dgx 630...
Dgx660 or Korg xe20?
been using a DGX 650 for 6 years now. Basically the same thing. I can't stand the action
Why not? Going to be getting one. I want to know what to expect
@@jenk264 The action is okay. It's only a bit loud when you use headphones if you play at "Hard" touch settings. You should play it in-store before deciding.
The worst thing about this piano is the music stand. It is like 2 feet away from, maybe more. It sucks when you have to turn music. Sucks! And after listening with earbuds, you can actually hear the keys hitting against the base of the keyboard. That is not good at all. Cheaply made, to say the least.
More useful if the camera was overhead.....smh
I still love my FP 10 😂
Oh no !!!!!!!!!!!!! Dude you should have connected the volume to the camera so we could hear the direct sound from the piano to the camera. Instead we hear the piano speakers going into a microphone/s and then from the microphone probably into a mixer or audio interface. Why do that when we want to hear the actual piano crispness. I'm sure you did that so that we can hear your voice mixed into the video. But, we want to hear the piano sounds, not your voice. LOL !!!
I would have to double check with Stu and our production team, but I believe they are taking the audio output directly from the line out of the piano. The only time you are hearing the sound of the piano from the speakers through either overhead microphones or Stu's microphone is when the onboard speakers are specifically being showcased or when Stu is speaking while playing (naturally, at that moment, there will be a bit of bleed from into his microphone). Thanks for tuning in and all the best! :)
No. 1 person cannot move it alone. who lied to you?
I've moved mine very well, I have a Gator case with wheels on it, I play 4 -6 gigs a month without issue. I use a quick lock stand, and a Roland KC300 stereo mixing amp with it, no problem.
@@jeffmckaig4763 yeah, with a bunch of shit🙄"i can move it on wheels" fuckin genius over here😂
Your average person is not going to be CARRYING it around, especially up a flight of stairs.
@2020 A.D. i have mine on wheels, that makes the stand easy to move. The keyboard is too awkward to be moved alone. It requires assistance, be it a person or mechanical.
I moved it by myself and I'm a lady. It is heavy, but I manage to put it in its carry bag and place it on a dolly upright then, Just roll it in/out. Stand upright and lift on end into back of my nissan rogue. I hate doing it, but have to when no man is around. Lol
Orient yourself?
Worst tonality. Not suitable for advanced level. Keys are wobbling in few months.
Doesn't sound that good to me.
You talk too much 🤔