Yamaha graded soft touch vs. graded hammer standard?

Question

I'm planning to buy a new keyboard soon. I've narrowed it down to the Yamaha P-95 and the Yamaha YPG 535, but while looking at the specs I've noticed something different. The P-95 has graded hammer standard weighted keys, whereas the 535 has graded soft touch. Is there such a big difference between the two?

Also, does anyone know of any other full 88 weighted key keyboards that are pretty good for $600 and under? I know Yamaha's DGX line is pretty good, but they're pretty expensive, so...

Answer 1

The 535's graded soft touch is graded along the length of the keyboard, but it is not a hammer feel. Graded hammer is usually considered better because it recreates the feel of a grand piano. The keys will feel more solid and weighty on the P-95, which helps in playing piano music.

If you're looking at the P-95, I would recommend it's competitor, the Casio PX-330. IMO, it has better key action and sound, and it has way more instruments (250 of them) and features. It's usually a bit cheaper, too. Here's a good review of the PX-330

http://hubpages.com/hub/Casio-Privia-PX330-Digital-Piano-Review

Answer 2

Graded Soft Touch

Answer 3

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I have a Yamaha CP-33 for gigs and studio, and a Clavinova at my church. The GHS is a very subtle thing, and I can't say I would notice the difference between it and another keyboard with decent action. I've been playing spinets and grands all my life, and I traveled with a CP70 for years. I also played a DX7 for a few years (ugh), and I'm just grateful to have a keyboard with good action, now. I love Yamaha digital pianos.