Kurzweil SP5-8 vs Kurzweil SP8
| Kurzweil SP5-8 | Kurzweil SP8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 88-key, fully-weighted graded hammer-action with velocity and pressure sensitive adjustable keys (LK40GH) | fully weighted hammer action |
| Polyphony | 64 | 256 |
| Sounds / presets | 861 | — |
| Sound engine | — | V.A.S.T. (FlashPlay sample playback) |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | No | — |
| Weight | 21 kg | — |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 1392 × 120 × 350 mm | — |
| Released | 2020 | 2026 |
| Release month | — | 2 |
| USB to host | yes | — |
| Discontinued | 1 | — |
| Status | legacy | current |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
| Pedals | SW pedal 1 (sustain), SW pedal 2 (sostenuto), CC pedal (expression/swell) | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Kurzweil SP8 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (64 vs 256).
Full spec sheets: Kurzweil SP5-8 · Kurzweil SP8. Rows with a highlighted background differ.