Keyboard

We saw a TON of awesome gear at NAMM. But what were our favorite products...? Glad you asked! Here are the top 7 things we saw at NAMM 2026 according to the AMS Content Team.

KORG makes some of the best synths in the game. But they just took the game out of the electronic world and into the "real world" with the phase8 Acoustic Synthesizer. Yes, you read that right... 

A lot of cool stuff released in 2025. But what was the best? Check out this list of the Best Gear of 2025 to see all the top picks — in our humble opinion, at least. 

Yamaha makes a TON of different products. You name it, they make it. So where do you start? Well, how about this AMS-approved list of our top 10 favorite Yamaha products! 

Quit lugging around that acoustic piano! Here are AMS-approved picks of the best 88-key weighted keyboards on the market in 2025. They sound and feel just like a real piano — just without the need for a forklift certification... 

The wizard behind the scenes works in mysterious ways... We're talking about digital signal processing, of course! Learn all about DSP and how it powers your gear. 

Does a mic’ing technique really matter when recording a piano? We’re going to dive into how to mic a piano and how you can get the best piano sound with microphone choice and placement.

Ready to break into the world of beatmaking, sound design, or just getting funky? Find the best synthesizer for beginners in 2025 and dive into a world of tonal possibilities. 

Looking for the best synthesizer to match your style, setup, and sound? From analog classics to portable powerhouses, this guide breaks it all down in a package that's easier to understand than "16-voice polyphany with a modulation matrix."

Synthesizers have come a long way. So let’s take a look at the turn of events that have transformed synths from massive wall installations to tiny desktop keyboards.

It’s never too late to pick up an instrument. Learn the joys of music regardless of age with these helpful tips for adult beginners.

Ready to take your skills to the stage? Check out these five expert-vetted tips to help you prepare for your very first live show.

It’s easy to get bogged down in features when looking for the perfect keyboard controller. Learn how to pick the perfect controller to fit your musical needs.

From weighted keys and spring action to flat keys and touchpads, this guide will help you decipher all the terms related to keyboard action.

What’s the difference between workstation and arranger keyboards? They have many of the same features but are designed for very different musicians.