However, on the NP-32, the effect is so subtle that I’m sometimes convinced it’s not even there. I believe there are a bit of software-side velocity modifications yet testing the USB MIDI functionality didn’t show that either. Both NP12 and NP32 feature piano sounds sampled from one of the finest Yamaha concert grand pianos providing you with a multi-dimensional, rich and expressive tone.

With that said, I do believe that the sluggish keys hurt the NP-32 / NP-12 in this regard. I’m more used to the weighted keys of fully-fledged digital pianos, but I still found the flatbed keys on the PSR-E363 usable. You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna or V12 may need to look at the application in more detail. One of the concepts behind this relatively small and extremely light digital piano is that it is easy to move and store in a room that usually wouldn’t allow a piano to be present. A lot of people struggle when it comes to space for a piano in their home, so this is why the Yamaha NP12 is a great choice. The NP-32 is also quite bare-bones when it comes to connectivity options, but all the essentials are here.Yamaha have done a fantastic job of capturing the sound of a grand piano and putting it into something much smaller. The other sounds that you get with the Yamaha NP12 are also great, especially the electric piano. Although the keys are not properly weighted like the more expensive higher model Yamaha P-45 and above – I still found it nice to play! Someone who’s played the piano for many years may of course prefer to go for a higher model which has weighted keys, but for a beginner this is absolutely fine. The Electric Piano sounds (there are two of them) here are both very well done. The first sound is a blend between a Rhodes, a Mk I, and a Wurlitzer. For those of you who don’t know, think of it as a vintage, warm electric piano sound heard in 60s and 70s music. The Yamaha NP-32 has 64 notes of maximum polyphony, and that’s a good amount, allowing you to play most classical and modern pieces without issue.

It may be difficult to believe that something so small, portable and inexpensive can sound great, but have a listen for yourself by watching this vid:The NP-32 (NP-12) comes with 4 different algorithms, including a small room, a small hall, a large concert hall, and a recital stage. These can thenbe modified in depth to change how intense the effect gets. When you reach the polyphony cap, the piano starts to drop the earliest played notes to free up memory for new notes, which in turn affects the quality and fullness of the sound.

As with most Yamaha instruments, each voice comes with a default reverb setting, which I find well-tuned. Unless you’re chasing a specific tonality, you should be fine with the defaults. The Piaggero series is Yamaha's entry-level piano range, and despite being affordable, it still comes with Yamaha's years of experience making top-quality instruments and audio equipment. As soon as it's out of the box, you know you're holding an instrument made with a real savoir-faire; feeling sturdy and well-made. Overall, the sounds are clean, well made, and varied enough to have a lot of fun. Other Key FeaturesIn terms of looks, Yamaha has done well with the NP-32. It’s unfortunate that the controls feel flimsy. Yamaha is one of the digital keyboard brands that is constantly updating and refining its products. It’s no surprise then that the NP-12 is the successor to the popular NP-11, and that it debuts alongside other keyboards in the series like the NP-32. Today, we’ll run the NP-32 (and by extension, the NP-12) through our rigorous review process, and we’ll let you know why it’s one of the better choices for music newcomers.