{"product_id":"yamaha-arius-ydp-166-digital-piano-black","title":"Yamaha Arius YDP-166 Digital Piano - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eArius YDP-166 is a full-size 88-key digital piano designed for intermediate and returning players who want authentic acoustic piano feel and sound in a home-friendly package. At the heart of the instrument is the GrandTouch-E keyboard action, which uses graded weighting across all 88 keys to replicate the heavier touch of low register keys and the lighter response of the upper range found on a real acoustic piano. For sound, Yamaha sampled their flagship CFX concert grand to create the primary piano voice, and VRM Lite technology adds simulated string and damper resonance that gives the tone a sense of depth and space. The YDP-166 pairs all of this with a classic upright cabinet design, a full three-pedal unit, and Bluetooth audio and MIDI connectivity, making it a well-rounded instrument that fits naturally into a living room or apartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e88-key GrandTouch-E graded weighted keyboard action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha CFX Concert Grand Piano voice with VRM Lite resonance technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 instrument voices including electric piano, organ, vibraphone, and strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e192-note maximum polyphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20W x 2 stereo amplifier with dual 12cm speakers and diffuser grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFIR filter for consistent, high-quality speaker output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated 3-pedal unit with Damper, Sostenuto, and Soft pedals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth audio and MIDI connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with the Yamaha Smart Pianist app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual headphone jacks for silent practice or teacher-student lessons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 built-in songs and 303 lesson songs included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSliding key cover for key protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in music rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic upright cabinet with wood grain finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBench included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pdp_heading\"\u003eGrandTouch-E Action - Acoustic Piano Feel From Key to Key\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GrandTouch-E keyboard action uses graded hammer weighting across all 88 keys, calibrated so the low register offers the resistance and stability of a real grand piano bass key while the upper register responds with a lighter, faster touch. This gradation is what separates a quality weighted action from a basic one, and it gives players the kind of physical feedback needed to develop proper technique and expressive dynamics. Whether you are working through classical repertoire or developing touch sensitivity in your playing, the GrandTouch-E action provides the mechanical foundation to do it properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pdp_heading\"\u003eCFX Concert Grand Voice - A World-Class Piano in Your Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha's CFX is a nine-foot concert grand used on international stages and in professional recordings, and its voice forms the sonic core of the YDP-166. The samples capture the full tonal range of the instrument, from the warm, round character of the low register to the brilliant, singing tone of the upper octaves. VRM Lite technology layers in simulated resonance, recreating the way strings and the soundboard of an acoustic piano interact when the damper pedal is engaged, which adds a sense of space and realism that flat, unprocessed samples cannot achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pdp_heading\"\u003eIntegrated 3-Pedal Unit - Complete Expressive Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YDP-166 includes a full three-pedal setup with Damper, Sostenuto, and Soft pedals built directly into the cabinet, matching the pedal configuration of an acoustic upright or grand piano. The Damper pedal lifts all the dampers to let notes ring freely, the Sostenuto sustains only the notes held at the moment of engagement, and the Soft pedal reduces volume and slightly softens the tone. Having all three pedals available is important for players working through standard piano literature, where Sostenuto technique appears regularly in intermediate and advanced pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pdp_heading\"\u003eBluetooth Audio and MIDI - Connected Practice and Learning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in Bluetooth audio allows you to stream music from your phone or tablet directly through the YDP-166's speakers, so you can play along with recordings without any cables. Bluetooth MIDI connects wirelessly to the Yamaha Smart Pianist app, where you can adjust instrument settings, access built-in lessons, and use the guided practice function to learn songs at your own pace. This wireless setup keeps the area around the instrument clean and removes the friction of managing cables during practice sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pdp_heading\"\u003eDual Headphone Jacks - Practice Without Limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo headphone outputs are built into the YDP-166, allowing you to practice fully silently without affecting anyone else in your home. The dual configuration also supports side-by-side lessons where both student and teacher can listen simultaneously, or duet practice between two players sharing the same instrument. For anyone in an apartment, a shared household, or a situation where practice time does not always align with quiet hours, this feature makes the instrument significantly more practical.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52287152914706,"sku":"YAM-YDP166B","price":1599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/4110\/9522\/files\/YAM-YDP166B.jpg?v=1779293456","url":"https:\/\/kraftmusic.com\/products\/yamaha-arius-ydp-166-digital-piano-black","provider":"Kraft Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}