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Yamaha DGX-670 Review

630 sounds, auto-accompaniment, and weighted keys — Yamaha's do-everything portable for under $1,000

88 Keys 12.4 kg graded hammer standard Bluetooth Intermediate

Scores

10.0 7.0 4.5 6.2 6.3 Beginner Night Practice Portability Touch Reality Value

Beginner

10.0

Night Practice

7.0

Portability

4.5

Touch Reality

6.2

Value

6.3

Where to Buy

MSRP

$849

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How These Scores Were Calculated

Beginner

10.0
Factor This Piano Points
Base Score 3.0
Lesson Function Yes +1.5
App Connectivity Yes +1.5
Recording Yes +1
Metronome Yes +0.5
Transpose Yes +0.3
Layer / Split Yes +0.3
Preset Songs 260 +1.5
Sound Variety 630 sounds +0.5

Night Practice

7.0
Factor This Piano Points
Base Score 2.0
Headphone Jacks 2 +2
Headphone Type 6.3mm, 3.5mm +1.5
Headphone Optimization No +0
Key Action Quietness graded hammer standard +0.5
Volume Control Yes +1
Bluetooth Audio No +0

Portability

4.5
Factor This Piano Points
Base Score 5.0
Weight 12.4 kg +0
Width 1397 mm -0.5
Battery No +0
Foldable No +0
Key Count 88 keys +0

Touch Reality

6.2
Factor This Piano Points
Key Action Quality graded hammer standard (grade 5) +3
Key Count 88 keys +1.5
Polyphony 192 notes +1.2
Sound Modeling Pure CF +0.5
Key Surface matte +0

How was this calculated? — Read our methodology

Yamaha DGX-670 review verdict

This Yamaha DGX-670 review focuses on published specifications, practice use, and comparison context rather than sponsored rankings.

The DGX-670 is half piano, half band. With 630 sounds, auto-accompaniment styles, and a full 88-key weighted keyboard at just 12.4 kg, it's Yamaha's answer for players who want more than just piano practice.

Pros

  • 630 built-in sounds covering piano, strings, organs, synths, and full band ensembles — far beyond any pure piano model
  • Auto-accompaniment with rhythm styles lets you play along with a virtual band in jazz, pop, Latin, and dozens of genres
  • 88 weighted keys with GHS action at only 12.4 kg — genuinely portable for gigs or moving between rooms
  • Bluetooth MIDI for wireless connection to the Smart Pianist app
  • Built-in lesson function with 260 preset songs and recording capability
  • Line out and dual headphone jacks (6.3mm + 3.5mm) for both stage use and quiet practice

Cons

  • GHS action is Yamaha's entry-level weighted action — noticeably lighter and less nuanced than the GH3 or GH3X in higher models
  • No Bluetooth Audio — you can connect via MIDI wirelessly, but streaming music through the speakers requires a cable
  • No headphone sound optimization — headphone practice lacks the spatial realism of the CLP and P-S500 models
  • Stand sold separately, adding to the total cost
  • Matte key surfaces lack the ivory-feel texture found on more expensive Yamaha models

The DGX-670 is the Swiss army knife of Yamaha's 88-key lineup. No other model at this price gives you weighted keys, 630 sounds, auto-accompaniment, Bluetooth MIDI, and genuine portability in one package. The trade-off is clear: the GHS action and lack of headphone optimization mean it's not the best choice for serious classical practice or late-night sessions. For that, the P-225 or P-S500 are better picks. But if you want one instrument that can do a little of everything — practice, perform, compose, and entertain — the DGX-670 at $900 is hard to beat.

Yamaha DGX-670 review details

Yamaha DGX-670 key action and touch

The GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) action is Yamaha's most basic weighted keyboard. It's lighter than the GH3 or GH3X found in the CLP series and P-S500 — you'll notice less resistance and a shorter key travel. For classical technique training, it's a compromise. But for the DGX-670's real purpose — playing a variety of sounds, performing with accompaniment, and gigging — the lighter touch is actually an advantage. Your fingers won't fatigue as quickly during a two-hour set, and the lighter weight makes the action practical in a 12.4 kg instrument. The matte key surface is functional but lacks the premium feel of ivory-textured models.

Who the Yamaha DGX-670 is for

You don't just want to practice scales — you want to jam. Maybe you play at a local church, a small café gig, or you just love sitting down and playing pop songs with a full backing band behind you. The DGX-670 is for the player who wants versatility above all: real piano practice when you need it, 630 sounds and accompaniment styles when you want to have fun, and the portability to take it wherever the music goes. If you're a pure classical pianist, look at the P-series instead.

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Specifications

Keys 88
Key Action Graded Hammer Standard
Polyphony 192 notes
Sounds 630
Weight 12.4 kg
Speakers 12W (×2)
Bluetooth MIDI

Recommended Accessories

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Stand

Stand not included (sold separately)

A sturdy X-stand or furniture-style stand is essential if one isn't included.

🎧

Headphones

Closed-back headphones with good bass response make practice sessions more enjoyable.

🎹

Sustain Pedal

The included pedal is usually basic. A half-damper pedal upgrade is worthwhile for expressive playing.

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Bench

An adjustable-height bench helps maintain proper posture during long practice sessions.

Where to Buy

MSRP

$849

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How It Compares

DGX-670 vs FP-E50

The FP-E50 edges ahead in Touch Reality. The DGX-670 costs $151 less. Choose the FP-E50 if you prioritize realistic touch.

Roland FP-E50 →

DGX-670 vs P-225

The DGX-670 scores higher in Beginner, while the P-225 edges ahead in Night Practice and Portability. The P-225 costs $100 less. Choose the DGX-670 if you prioritize beginner-friendly features.

Yamaha P-225 →

DGX-670 vs PX-S3100

The PX-S3100 edges ahead in Portability and Touch Reality and Value. The DGX-670 costs $150 less. Choose the PX-S3100 if you prioritize portability.

Casio PX-S3100 →

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