Yamaha Arius YDP-143B

This Yamaha Arius makes a fine studio piano for pros and a solid practice tool for students. Yamaha took special care to make its YDP-143 sound and respond like one of its world-class concert grands. By using multi-velocity samples, a GHS hammer-action keybed, and powerful stereo speakers, the Arius provides a convincing approximation of a Yamaha CFIIIS grand along with nine other voices. For practice and productivity, an onboard 2-track recorder lets to record your own accompaniment and work on hands separately. And thanks to a real wood cabinet and matching bench, the Yamaha Arius YDP-143 is sure to add an elegant look and inviting atmosphere to your home studio or living room.

Yamaha Arius YDP-143 Digital Home Piano at a Glance: Traditional upright-piano look makes a striking first impression

GHS graded hammer action plays more like an acoustic piano

Engineered to sound like a 9′ CFIIIS concert grand

Traditional upright-piano look makes a striking first impression Before you even get your hands on the the Yamaha Arius YDP-143, you’ll be stunned by its finished walnut cabinet and elegant appointments. These give the Arius an inviting acoustic allure that won’t look out of place in a living room, teaching studio, recital hall, or house of worship. Includes a matching walnut bench for a traditional look.

GHS graded hammer action plays more like an acoustic piano Sweetwater keyboardists have been impressed with the Arius pianos’ Graded Hammer Action (GHS) keybeds. This feature gives the YDP-143 a realistic key response that’s heavier in the bass side and lighter on the top end. Matte black keytops absorb sweat and moisture to keep fingers from slipping through extended periods of use. Though not quite as realistic feeling as the higher-end Ariuses, the YDP-143 does a great job for students and weekenders.

Engineered to sound like a 9′ CFIIIS concert grand Arius’s Pure CF Sound Engine comes loaded with multiple velocity samples of every key on a world-class Yamaha CFIIIS to deliver a convincing grand piano tone in the box. This will inspire you and your students to play expressively and dynamically. Stereo speakers with dual 6W amplifiers provide a good approximation of sitting down at a real piano to practice. And for an even more convincing tone, Arius’s Stereophonic Optimizer crafts the sound through headphones for haunting realism.

Yamaha Arius YDP-143 Digital Home Piano Features: Walnut cabinet and matching bench have a traditional look

GHS hammer-action keybed with heavier bass/lighter treble keys plays more like a real piano

Matte black keytops prevent slipping by absorbing sweat and moisture

Sampled to sound like a 9′ Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand

10 onboard instruments: grand pianos, electric pianos, harpsichord, and pipe organ

Simultaneous playback of any two voices

2-track recorder lets you work on hands separately, capture ideas, or accompany yourself

Duo mode splits the keyboard into two identical sections – great for student lessons

192-note polyphony lets you sweep the entire keyboard without dropped notes

Stereo speakers with dual 6W amps provide an organic acoustic response

Stereo Optimizer makes headphone monitoring feel more natural

Controller App (iOS) lets you make adjustments on the YDP-143 quickly

Includes 50 Greats for the Piano music book

A good-playing practice and production piano with a traditional look: the Yamaha Arius YDP-143!

Tech Specs

Number of Keys:88

Type of Keys:Graded Hammer (matte black key tops)

Presets:Concert Grand piano voices

Polyphony:192 notes

Effects Types:Intelligent Acoustic Control, Stereophonic Optimizer

Sequencer:2-track recorder (SMF)

Song Playback:50

USB:Yes

Number of Pedals:1 x Damper, 1 x Sostenuto, 1 x Soft

Built-in Speakers:Yes

Amplifier:6W x 2

Bench/Stand Included:Yes

Height:32 1/16 in.

Width:53 7/16 in.

Depth:16 5/8 in.

Weight:83 lbs.

Manufacturer Part Number:YDP-143B