Korg SP-170 Digital Piano Review

The family of Korg's infamous SP line of digital pianossolid and rich vibrant sounds that only an authentic
has recently given birth to a new member, the Korggrand piano can provide. Just like any other Korg SP
SP-170. The youngest among all the SP models, thefamily member, the SP-170 has a full 88-note
SP-170 is also the most portable and the mostpiano-style keyboard with three touch curves that
affordable. But despite its appealing price and size, themakes it responsive to any playing style. It also has the
SP-170 still delivers the best piano playing experience.newly developed Natural Weighted Hammer Action
With a "keep it simple" principle in mind, this new SP tot(HM) that loyally reproduces the touch and distributed
is the perfect piece for any beginner and professionalweight of real acoustic piano keys, but without tipping
alike.the scale beyond 26 pounds.
The Korg SP-170 comes complete with two concertThe SP-170 is not just an unassuming piece of work; it
grand piano sounds and each one, individually recordedis also self-contained with its full stereo sound system.
with utmost care. It features several velocity layers toIts built-in sound system comes with a pair of full blown
capture varying tones of playing dynamics, allowing itoval speakers that are housed in an internal
to respond expressively to every touch. Aside from itsbass-reflex cabinet producing a bold and deep, yet
basic piano tones, it also has eight additional highlywell-defined dynamic sound.
accurate sounds that complete the selection ofBut perhaps the best thing that the Korg SP-170 offers
keyboard sounds including an electric piano,is its versatility - it is more than just a musical
harpsichord, vibraphone, pipe organ, electric organ,instrument, it can be used as a recording medium as
strings, and so much more. Adding warmth and formwell. If you are someone who fancies recording or
to its sound are only the best reverb and choruslistening to his own performances, the SP-170's dual
effects that only Korg can provide. And although theheadphone outputs will let you connect to a recording
SP-170 does not need any tuning, it can be adjustedequipment or to an external amplifier, allowing you to
and tuned to match any other musical instruments andsatisfy your listening desires.
can also be transposed to complement any musicalSo whether you are a teacher or a student, a hobbyist
key.or a professional, if you want a piano that will give you
The Korg SP-170 is both stylish and economical. It isthe feel of the grand stage and the confidence of
compact, humble, and is designed to perfectly fit thebeing at home, the Korg SP-170 is the piano that you
modern world. No other digital piano can deliver suchare looking for.