Top 10 Synths

A solid inexpensive synthesizer with 61 keys and the ability to connect pedals. The keys are full-size, with pressure sensitivity. In addition, there are 390 timbres and support for polyphony - it plays up to 64 simultaneous notes. The "chip" of this model from an advanced Chinese manufacturer of musical instruments is the function of learning 110 melodies. That is why it is one of the best synthesizers for beginners and amateurs.

Despite the fact that the model is inexpensive, it has auto accompaniment with hundreds of different styles and a display. In the reviews, users note a decent realistic sound, a quiet keystroke with pleasant resistance, an informative screen and a separation of the keyboard. A nice bonus: the function of double sounding instruments and the ability to record a full-fledged composition.

YAMAHA PSS-F30 can be called a truly inexpensive musical instrument for the home. What do buyers get for this money, in addition to the excellent sound and quality of the company? Not so little: 37 small keys, 120 sounds and the ability to connect headphones. Must-have features (especially for beginners) include metronome, transpose, and auto-off. It is noteworthy that the compact tool weighs just over a kilogram.

The reviews express delight about the sound of the synthesizer. It is very natural and beautiful, almost indistinguishable from a real piano. There is no interface for connecting the pedal, which can cause discomfort during the learning process. Also, not all buyers are comfortable playing on miniature keys, and even three octaves are not always enough. Because of these nuances, the YAMAHA PSS-F30 is usually chosen for children, adult musicians prefer more solid models.

Inexpensive synthesizers from CASIO are most often chosen for children and beginner pianists.The reason is simple: with an optimal set of functions and comfortable keys, they are the best solution for learning. There is a built-in speaker system and a program with which you can practice. The manufacturer also provided 10 effects and 400 timbres. Buttons are used for control, information is displayed on the display. The weight of the instrument is minimal - only 3.3 kg, so you can even take it to school for a performance.

The synthesizer has 61 full-size keys (5 octaves) with unweighted mechanics. This is hardly enough for professionals, but beginners can easily play any tunes. The implementation of polyphony is also pleasing - 48 sounds. As for the outputs, there are only headphone and USB jacks, there is no MIDI interface for connecting as a VST. There is also no velocity sensitivity.

YAMAHA PSR-E273 is the best synthesizer for beginners. He received his title thanks to high-quality sound, good assembly and a nice price. The instrument pleases with an abundance of built-in modes and richness of timbres. There are 61 full-sized keys, a display and almost 400 supported sounds. Functions like auto accompaniment, arpeggiator and metronome are in place. There is also training, so the tool is considered one of the most suitable for beginners.

The built-in speaker system is satisfied with two 2.5 W amplifiers. In the reviews, one of the shortcomings is that the keyboard is not too sensitive to pressing force. In addition, you cannot quickly select a tone by number, and there is also no MIDI interface for connecting as a VST.Otherwise, the model is close to ideal: pleasant sound, strong build and reliability. This is a great synthesizer for those who are looking for an inexpensive yet functional solution for the home without sacrificing quality.

Roland is one of the world's leading musical technology companies. According to users, the synthesizer not only produces high-quality sound, but also has excellent ergonomics, so you get used to it very, very quickly. You can edit sounds from the library (more than 2000) and use the keys like VST to create your own melodies.The sequencer is convenient and suitable for stand-alone operation, so the synthesizer deserves the title of a full-fledged workstation for musicians.

Among the advantages of a musical instrument from Roland, it is worth mentioning the support for SD memory cards and the smallest weight in the class of professional synthesizers - only 5.7 kg. In addition, this is the only model with a microphone input. Unfortunately, FA-06 takes only the third place in our rating due to its rather high price. A silver medalist, for example, costs significantly less, but does not lose much in sound quality.

AKAI MPK Mini Play is an inexpensive instrument that combines the functions of a mini synthesizer and a MIDI keyboard. There are only two octaves, but there is a transpose function, as well as 8 pads in two colors, an arpeggiator and wheels for easy control of effects. All 25 keys are small and unweighted, they are pressed almost imperceptibly. For those who are used to playing full-length pianos, this can be a problem. But the keyboard is sensitive to touch, responds quickly enough and produces the required sound volume.

The model weighs less than a kilogram (730 g), the case has a USB input and a headphone jack. The reviews write that the build quality leaves much to be desired - there are backlashes, some wheels are fragile. But the synthesizer significantly outperforms conventional midi keyboards due to the presence of a speaker and the ability to operate on batteries. And even though the sound is very quiet, the instrument is suitable for writing music.

Due to the rather high price of KORG Kross 2, novice musicians rarely buy, but professionals are delighted with the entire range of the company. And if many synthesizers are designed to work with VST and create your own tracks, this model is quite suitable for learning. A multifunctional instrument with pitch and modulation wheels, elastic pads and controllers for real-time performances will not leave anyone indifferent. I am also glad that there are 61 keys here, and not 2-3 octaves, as is often the case with the brand. All of them are sensitive to speed and force of touch.

The synthesizer has 954 timbres, it can play up to 120 sounds simultaneously. There is also a vocoder, arpeggiator, keyboard split and 134 built-in effects. Of course, the ability to record and MIDI outputs are present. The disadvantages include a small amount of memory and the inability to load mono samples. Another important nuance is that it is difficult to find instructions in Russian.

Version for children with 32 keys, specially reduced to the size of children's hands. There are hundreds of timbres and a learning function. This mode assumes the ability to learn 10 melodies.SA-47 can play 8 keys simultaneously (polyphony) - very good for the money. The manufacturer offers three colors to choose from, but the basic ones are black, gray and silver. The tool is battery operated. There is a small display and the ability to connect headphones, so you can not be afraid to buy CASIO for a home with good acoustics.

In the reviews, users note that this is a great option for chanting and introducing kids to art. Of course, keys with unweighted mechanics will not be to the taste of all musicians, but they are quite convenient to use for learning. The battery cover is loose and there is no power supply included. Apart from these disadvantages, an inexpensive synthesizer will be the best solution for beginner pianists.

Children's synthesizer, which is deservedly popular with users. All thanks to a good price, excellent build and a basic set of features that are enough for children. There are 44 keys of reduced size with unweighted mechanics, just right for children's hands. With 100 sounds and a learning function, you can use the synthesizer to develop your child's musical and creative abilities. There is a headphone output and built-in speakers.

The stave is displayed on the screen. The synthesizer can be connected to a computer and recorded the played melody. Powered by batteries or a power supply, but the latter, as they say in the reviews, is not included. This is the best option for children: it is inexpensive, functional, high-quality and reliable. Compared to toy keys from little-known companies, CASIO impresses with its merits.The only inconvenience is that you cannot change chords in the auto accompaniment, but for beginners this is hardly important.

This is the best solution for little musicians who are interested in keyboards. The model is powered by batteries and has a long battery life. Users in the reviews regret that the kit does not include an electrical wire and adapter. Here is a reduced size of the keys, adapted to a child's hand. Includes 44 keys with unweighted hardness for easy pressing. The sound is slim. Pleased with the number of timbres - 100.

10 simple melodies are recorded for learning. Here is a compact body and low weight of the synthesizer in 1.4 kg. There is a headphone output, but there is no USB jack. Convenient compact display, which displays up-to-date information about the included settings. There is an auto-accompaniment function with 50 styles, which will allow a novice musician to turn even a simple “A Christmas tree was born in the forest”, stuffed with one hand, into a musical masterpiece with professional accompaniment.