Artesia A-61 vs Yamaha YDP-162
| Artesia A-61 | Yamaha YDP-162 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 61 Semi-weighted Velocity-sensitive Keys | GH(Graded Hammer) keyboard with Synthetic ivory keytops |
| Polyphony | 32 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 8 | 10 |
| Sequencer | — | 2 |
| Sound engine | — | Pure CF Sound Engine |
| Speakers | — | 40 W |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | Yes | No |
| Weight | 5.9 kg | 42 kg |
| Released | — | 2013 |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 61 | 88 |
| Usb | yes | — |
| Pedals | Sustain | — |
| Touch Sensitivity | low, Normal, or High | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Artesia A-61 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (5.9 kg vs 42 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha YDP-162 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (32 vs 128).
- Choose the Yamaha YDP-162 if you want more variety of built-in voices (8 vs 10).
Full spec sheets: Artesia A-61 · Yamaha YDP-162. Rows with a highlighted background differ.