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Yamaha P-225 vs Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano

Buy the P-225 if you want the better piano: the CFX voice, Virtual Resonance Modeling, half-damper support and Bluetooth make it a more expressive instrument, and its lowest recent price of $625.00 on November 3, 2026 undercuts the $769.99 Walmart price. Buy the P45B if budget is the deciding factor: at $312.30 at Ludimusic as of November 3, 2026 it costs less than half as much and still gives you 88 graded-hammer weighted keys. Both are Yamaha portables, so the real question is whether the P-225's sound engine and connectivity are worth roughly $310 to $460 more.

Today the Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano costs $457.69 less at its best price.

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Yamaha P-225

Yamaha P-225

4.6· 9 ratings
$769.99at WalmartVerified
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Choose the Yamaha P-225 if you play seriously enough to want the CFX grand voice, string resonance modeling, a half-damper pedal and Bluetooth audio, and you can stretch to about $625 to $770.

Pros
  • CFX concert grand voice with Virtual Resonance Modeling sounds richer than the P45's AWM pianos.
  • Three pedals with half-damper control allow nuanced sustain, not just on/off.
  • Bluetooth audio lets you play along with tracks from a phone or tablet.
  • USB to HOST carries both MIDI and audio to a computer or app.
  • Smart Pianist app control adds voices and settings beyond the panel.
Cons
  • Costs roughly $310 to $460 more than the P45B at current prices.
  • At 36 lb it is about 10 lb heavier to carry to gigs.
  • No written warranty stated in the listing.
  • Its $769.99 Walmart price is well above its own recent $625.00 low.
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Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano

Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano

5· 1 rating
$312.30at LudimusicObserved Nov 3, 2026, 6:58 PM
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Choose the Yamaha P45B if you need 88 weighted keys at the lowest price and can live with 64-note polyphony, 10 voices and a basic sustain footswitch.

Pros
  • Lowest-priced way into 88 graded-hammer weighted keys from Yamaha.
  • Light at 25.6 lb, easy to move or store in a small room.
  • Simple one-button operation for voices, metronome and demo songs.
  • Includes power adapter, sustain pedal and music rest in the box.
Cons
  • 64-note polyphony can cut off notes in dense pedaled passages.
  • Only 10 voices and no resonance modeling.
  • Sustain footswitch only; no sostenuto, soft pedal or half-damper.
  • No Bluetooth and no audio over USB, so play-along needs a separate cable or speaker.

What separates them

Yamaha P-225Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano
Price as of November 3, 2026$769.99 at Walmart; low of $625.00 on November 3$312.30 at Ludimusic
Keyboard actionGraded Hammer Compact (GHC), weightedGraded Hammer Standard (GHS), weighted, matte black keys
Piano sound engineCFX Premium Grand voice with Virtual Resonance ModelingAWM sampling, no resonance modeling
PolyphonyHigher polyphony (not stated in the listing)64 voices
Pedals includedThree pedals: sustain, sostenuto, soft; half-damper supportSustain footswitch only
ConnectivityUSB to HOST (MIDI and audio) plus Bluetooth audioUSB Type-B to host (MIDI) only
Weight36 lb25.6 lb
Speakers and ampsBuilt-in speakers, 2 x 7 W (per Yamaha specs)2 x 4.7" speakers, 2 x 6 W

Price history

$769.99$312.30
Oct 28Nov 4
  • Yamaha P-225: lowest $625.00 on Nov 3 at Denver Percussion; $769.99 on Nov 4.
  • Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano: lowest $312.30 on Nov 3 at Ludimusic.

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Yamaha P-225

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    $769.99Verified
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    $769.99Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 6:57 PM
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    $625.00Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 6:57 PM
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Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano

  • LudimusicNew

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    $312.30Observed Nov 3, 2026, 6:58 PM
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    $449.99Observed Nov 3, 2026, 6:57 PM
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    $449.99Observed Nov 3, 2026, 6:57 PM
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Specs compared

SpecYamaha P-225Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano
Number of keys8888
ColorBlackBlack
Pedal EffectsSustain Pedal, Sostenuto Pedal, Soft PedalSustain Pedal
Sound CapabilitiesPolyphonicPolyphonic
ConnectivityWirelessUSB
Actual ColorBlackBlack
BrandYamaha—
Electronic piano typeStandard Digital Pianos—
Musical keyboard featuresGraded Hammer Action—
Integrated spkrY—
Inputs/OutputsUSB to HOST (MIDI & Audio)—
Skill levelBeginner—
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SpecYamaha P-225Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano
AccessoriesPower Supply—
Number of pedals3—
Power typeCorded Electric—
WirelessBluetooth—
ManufacturerYamaha—
Has lcd screenY—
Size51.6" x 11.7" x 16.9"—
Usb version3—
Number of usb ports1—
Input/output quantity2

What reviewers say

Yamaha P-225

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings. Owners treat it as a solid first weighted piano that is easy to move and pair with the app.

Pros
  • Piano touch and CFX tone for the price
  • Light weight and easy transport
  • Bluetooth and Smart Pianist app convenience
Cons
  • Speaker volume and bass depth are limited
  • Pedal unit and stand are extras on some bundles

Yamaha P45B 88-Key Digital Piano

Owner feedback on the P45 centers on its weighted action and low price, with most complaints about the sparse feature set and basic pedal.

Pros
  • Keys feel heavier and more piano-like than other budget boards
  • Light enough to carry to lessons or gigs
  • Piano sound is convincing for the price
Cons
  • Limited voices and no rhythms
  • Sustain pedal feels cheap
  • Onboard speakers are quiet for a large room

Questions and answers

Which is better for a beginner?
The P45B is the safer first buy because it costs $312.30 at Ludimusic as of November 3, 2026 and still has 88 weighted graded-hammer keys. The P-225 is the better long-term instrument if you already know you will keep playing.
Is the P-225 worth the extra money?
Yes if you care about tone and pedaling. The CFX voice, resonance modeling and half-damper pedal are real upgrades over the P45B's AWM sound and on/off sustain switch. If you mostly practice with headphones on a budget, the P45B covers the basics.
Which feels more like an acoustic piano?
Both use graded weighted actions that get heavier in the bass. The P-225's GHC action is the newer, more compact design, while the P45B's GHS action has matte black keys and a long track record. Try both if you can; feel is personal.
Which is easier to carry to gigs?
The P45B, at 25.6 lb versus 36 lb for the P-225. Both are slim slab pianos, but the P-225's extra weight and three-pedal setup favor staying at home.
Can I use headphones or a computer with both?
Yes. Both have headphone outputs and USB-to-host MIDI. The P-225 adds audio over USB and Bluetooth audio, so it can act as a speaker for your phone or send sound to a computer over one cable.
Which lasts longer?
Both are Yamaha slab pianos with similar build quality, so lifespan depends on use and care. The P-225 has more features that can fail, but its three-pedal unit and newer action are not known weak points. Neither listing states a written warranty, so check the store's return policy.

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Number of octaves7—
EditionStandard Edition—
Color categoryBlack—
Assembled product weight36 lb—
ModelP225B—
Product lineP225—
RecordingYes—
Has written warrantyNo—
Assembled Product Width14.25—
Keyboard action—Graded Hammer
Touch sensitivity—3 Levels of Sensitivity, Plus Fixed
Maximum polyphony—64 Voice
Number of sounds—10
Built-in speakers—2 x 4.7" / 11.9 cm
USB—1 x USB Type-B (Host Connection, MIDI)
Power consumption—10 W
Weight—25.6 lb / 11.5 kg
Included accessories—Footswitch, Music Rest