Beale AK280 Digital Piano Keyboard

This intelligent 61-key keyboard brings together an impressive arsenal of 633 sounds and 220 backing styles, making it an ideal choice for beginners seeking a comprehensive yet compact learning instrument. The AK280 offers an extensive music library with 150 presets and demo songs, covering everything from acoustic pianos and organs to guitars, orchestral instruments, synthesisers and drums. The interactive arranger patterns span multiple musical genres, essentially putting a complete backing band at your disposal for practice sessions and live performances.

The touch-sensitive keys respond to three dynamic levels, allowing for genuine musical expression through your playing technique. Split and Layer modes provide versatility by enabling you to use two different sounds simultaneously – split the keyboard for bass and piano combinations, or layer sounds like piano and strings across the entire range for richer, fuller performances.

Learning is supported through the built-in Music Tutor system, which includes on-board lessons, metronome functions and a chord dictionary. Practice modes assess your timing, note accuracy and overall performance, helping you track your progress as you develop your skills.

The synth-style chassis houses a built-in stereo sound system with headphone outputs for private practice, plus a detachable music stand for sheet music. Connectivity options include auxiliary input for MP3 or CD players, microphone input for vocals, and USB MIDI connectivity for direct computer connection, opening up possibilities with various music software programs.