Voice and preset counts vary widely—some instruments offer hundreds to over a thousand presets or timbres. Polyphony also ranges broadly in these listings, from lower counts such as 32-note up to higher values like 256-note polyphony.
Common connectivity includes USB MIDI and USB audio, Bluetooth MIDI/audio on some models, and standard MIDI/USB interfaces for connecting to computers, music apps, and DAWs.
Options range from small onboard stereo speakers to multi-speaker setups (some including subwoofers), plus dedicated headphone jacks or dual headphone outputs and line outputs for external amps or recording gear.
Some 88-key models are designed for travel: foldable or compressible designs, lightweight construction, and travel-focused accessories such as a carry bag. These portable kits often include a power adapter, headphones, sustain pedal and a waterproof bag.
Typical package items are a sustain pedal, power supply/adapter and a music rest. Many bundles add a stand and padded bench, while portable kits may also include headphones, a carry bag and learning materials or manuals.
Pro-style stage keyboards often feature advanced sensing such as triple-sensor keybeds and channel aftertouch, providing finer response and more expressive control for nuanced dynamics and performance gestures.