Casio CT-S300
a budget 61 key keyboard (about $150 w/out stand)
PROS
- Inexpensive
- MIDI IN and OUT
- Velocity Sensing Keys (can play loud and soft)
- Aux IN (run audio from computer through piano)
- Sturdy
- Light Weight
- Runs on Batteries or Plugged
CONS:
- Only 61 keys (5 octaves)
- No Hammer Action Keys
- Stand sold separately
Williams Legato III
a budget 88 key keyboard (about $270)
PROS:
- Inexpensive
- Full Size Keyboard (88 keys)
- MIDI IN and OUT
- Bluetooth MIDI capabilities
- Velocity Sensing Keys (can play loud and soft)
- Aux IN (run audio from computer through piano)
CONS:
- No Cabinet or Stand
- Sound Quality Could be Better
- Touch Could Be Better
- Stand sold separately
Casio Privia PX-160
a budget digital piano (about $550)
PROS:
- MIDI IN and OUT
- Sturdy
- Entry level professional
- Weighted, hammer action keys
- Full size keyboard (88 keys)
CONS:
- No Aux in (cannot run audio from computer through the piano)
- Not able to run off batteries
- Stand sold separately
Roland RP501R
a quality studio digital piano (about $1600)
PROS:
- MIDI IN and OUT
- Aux IN (run audio from computer through piano)
- Perfect height for using a device
- Highly recommended
CONS:
Yamaha Clavinova CLP-635
a quality studio digital piano (about $2700)
PROS:
- MIDI IN and OUT
- Aux IN (run audio from computer through piano)
- Great Audio Recording Sound Options
CONS:
- A Little tall for using a device on top, but reasonable
