Kawai ES-520 vs Yamaha P-525
The ES-520 scores higher in quiet practice, portability and value for money, while the P-525 is stronger in piano-like touch. The ES-520 costs $500 less. Choose the ES-520 if quiet practice matters most.
Score Comparison
Spec Comparison
| Spec | Kawai ES-520 | Yamaha P-525 |
|---|---|---|
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
| Key Action | Responsive Hammer Compact II (RHC2) | GrandTouch-S |
| Polyphony | 192 | 256 Better |
| Sounds | 34 | 44 |
| Weight | 15 kg Better | 22 kg |
| Bluetooth | Audio + MIDI | Audio + MIDI |
| Lesson Function | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Jacks | 2 | 2 |
| Price | $1,399 Better | $1,899 |
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Kawai ES-520
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Yamaha P-525
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Kawai
ES-520
$1,399
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Yamaha
P-525
$1,899
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