- Is the Yamaha P-S500 good for a beginner?
- Yes. The lit keys and guided lessons walk you through songs step by step, and the hammer action builds proper technique from the start.
- Does it have weighted keys?
- Yes. It has 88 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys with graded hammer action and matte black keytops.
- Do I need a tablet to use it?
- Not to play the piano voices, but the guided learning, display and many settings work through the companion app on a phone or tablet.
- How does it compare with the Yamaha P-515?
- The P-S500 adds the guided learning system and a broader voice set, while the P-515 uses Yamaha's higher-end NWX wooden-key action for a more premium feel.
- Does it come with a stand and pedals?
- It includes a fold-up portable stand and a sustain footswitch. A full three-pedal unit is sold separately as the LP-1.
- Can I use headphones with it?
- Yes. A headphone jack lets you practice silently, which suits apartments and late-night sessions.
- Where is the Yamaha P-S 500 cheapest?
- At Guitar Center, for $1,427.99, 15% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Yamaha P-S 500?
- 14 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Sam Ash Direct, Sweetwater, Yamaha, Musicians Friend.