Start Your Piano Journey the Right Way
You've decided you want to learn piano. Smart move. But here's the thing—starting on an instrument that feels flimsy or sounds tinny can kill your momentum before you even get going. The Yamaha P-145BT gets this. It's Yamaha's entry-level model in the P Series, built specifically for beginning players, but it doesn't feel like a compromise. The newly developed GHC (Graded Hammer Compact) 88-key keyboard offers the same weighted acoustic piano-like playing feel as previous P Series models, packed into a much shorter and thinner body design.
Built-in Bluetooth audio lets you stream your favorite songs from your smartphone or tablet through the instrument speakers—no dongles, no fuss. Stream a YouTube lesson, play along with Spotify, or use the Smart Pianist app wirelessly. And when you sit down at the keys, you're hearing the Yamaha CFIIIS piano sound, sampled from one of Yamaha's classic concert grands. It's the kind of sound that makes you want to keep practicing.
This is for anyone who wants a real piano experience without the footprint, the tuning, or the sticker shock of an acoustic. Whether you're starting from scratch or picking it back up after years away, the P-145BT gives you what you need to actually enjoy the process.
Weighted Keys That Teach Proper Technique
If you've ever played on a cheap keyboard with springy, unweighted keys, you know how wrong it feels. The P-145BT's GHC (Graded Hammer Compact) action is fully weighted and graded, meaning the bass keys feel heavier than the treble keys—just like an acoustic piano. Your fingers learn the real weight and resistance they'll encounter on any piano you sit down at later.
The keyboard features touch sensitivity with soft, medium, hard, and fixed settings, so the piano responds to how you play. Press gently, you get a softer sound. Dig in, and it responds with volume and presence. The GHS keyboards used in the P Series have received high praise from customers for excellent balance and ease of playing, and the newly developed GHC keyboard reproduces that playing comfort in every way. The black keys have a matte finish for better grip, and while the white keys are glossy, the action itself is consistent and reliable.
The result? You're not fighting the keyboard. You're learning control, dynamics, and touch—the foundation of good piano playing. And that makes all the difference when you're putting in the hours.
Bluetooth Audio and Smart Connectivity
Here's where the P-145BT pulls ahead of older entry-level pianos. With built-in Bluetooth audio, you can stream your favorite songs straight from your smart device and play along with ease. No cables. No adapters. Just pair your phone and go.
Want to learn a specific song? Stream it and figure it out in real time. Need a backing track for practice? Route it through the piano's speakers. The 2 x 7W speakers are clear and punchy enough for home practice, and there's even a Sound Boost function that kicks the volume up when you need it. The piano includes a USB Type B port for host, audio, and MIDI, giving you a built-in audio interface for recording directly to your computer or phone without extra gear.
The Smart Pianist app lets you control instrument settings, explore built-in lessons, or play sheet music on your mobile device. The Rec'n'Share app makes it simple to record high-quality audio and video so you can track your progress or share what you're working on. It's a complete practice and learning ecosystem, all baked into a piano that weighs less than 25 pounds.
Compact, Portable, and Built to Last
At just 52.2 inches wide, 10.55 inches deep, and 5.07 inches tall, weighing 24.47 lbs, the P-145BT fits into spaces where a traditional upright or console piano wouldn't stand a chance. Apartment living room? Bedroom corner? Dorm room? No problem. And if you need to move it, you can actually lift it yourself.
The P-145BT has 64-note polyphony and 10 voices, which is plenty for a beginner and most intermediate players. You get grand piano, electric piano, organs, harpsichord, strings, and a few others. The piano also features a metronome, which is essential for practice, and a built-in sustain pedal is included. It's compatible with the optional LP-5A three-pedal unit if you want to add soft and sostenuto pedals down the road.
For silent practice, plug into the headphone jack and nobody else hears a thing. Perfect for late-night sessions or thin-walled apartments. The P-145BT gives you the freedom to practice on your schedule, in your space, without compromise.
Product Features:
- 88-key GHC (Graded Hammer Compact) weighted action with graded hammer response
- Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand piano sound with damper resonance DSP
- Built-in Bluetooth audio for wireless streaming and play-along practice
- 64-note polyphony with 10 voices including grand piano, electric piano, and organ
- 2 x 7W rear-facing speakers with Sound Boost function
- USB audio interface for direct recording to computer or mobile device
- Smart Pianist and Rec'n'Share app compatibility for lessons and recording
- Dual and Duo modes for layered sounds or split keyboard practice
- Built-in metronome and 20 preset songs (10 voice demos, 10 piano pieces)
- Compact portable design: 52.2" x 10.55" x 5.07", under 25 lbs
Brand: Yamaha
Model: P-145BT
SKU: P145BT
Condition: New
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