Yamaha P-255 vs Yamaha YDP-165
| Yamaha P-255 | Yamaha YDP-165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Graded Hammer (GH) keyboard with synthetic ivory keytops | GH3 keyboard with synthetic ebony and ivory keytops |
| Polyphony | 256 | 192 |
| Sounds / presets | 24 | 10 |
| Speakers | 30 W | 40 W |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | — | Yes |
| Weight | 17.3 kg | 42 kg |
| Released | 2014 | 2021 |
| Discontinued | 2018 | — |
| Status | discontinued | current |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha YDP-165 if budget is the priority — it is about $300 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Yamaha P-255 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (17.3 kg vs 42 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha P-255 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 192).
- Choose the Yamaha P-255 if you want more variety of built-in voices (24 vs 10).
- Choose the Yamaha YDP-165 if you practise out loud without an amp (30 W vs 40 W).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha P-255 · Yamaha YDP-165. Rows with a highlighted background differ.