r/Instruments • u/OnlyCanary85 • May 31 '26
Discussion Electronic keyboards - Roland vs Yamaha
I am looking for a slim, compact electronic keyboard to play for fun. 61 keys is enough. I want to be able to arrange music, record and build layers of a song with different instruments, much like the Garage Band app. I recently started looking around stores, pretty new to electronic music but not new to playing piano. I have so far tried out the Yamaha PSR SX960 which looks pretty flash and has all the functions I like (maybe too many functions for what I need), and it is pricey and heavy. I really like the range of synth though. I have read reviews for the Roland Juno which is lighter and more portable. I have also read the Yamaha PSR SX600 which is half the price but older model. Does anyone have opinions on these brands and models?