• 61  keys
• 410 high-quality instrumental voices, 150 auto-accompaniment styles
• 122 songs and an easy Song Book (available via web download)
• 3-Step Lesson function
• Smart Chord
• Quiz Mode
• Duo Mode
• Recording Function
• AUX IN jack for connecting an external audio source

It has all the bells and whistles you’d expect in an entry-level instrument: an easy user interface, battery power for portability, and Duo Mode for duets or mirroring your teacher’s playing in the same range.

There’s also the Smart Chord function, something we’ve seen on the E283. This allows you to play chords with just one finger – giving you a full, textured sound even whilst you’re learning the basics.

This is further aided by the wide variety of styles available (there are 150 presets!) that automatically find the right musical accompaniment for your chord, including rhythm and bass.

The Lesson function is a big learning tool for beginners, offering a three-step process that guides you through those initial stages of your journey.

A few nifty upgrades take the newer keyboard one step further than the E273. On top of the broader array of styles, there are also 410 voices installed on the keyboard (nine more than the original model) and 122 preset songs (the E273 had 112).

Having such an extensive range of sounds, songs, and features in one affordable instrument is a winner for newcomers to the piano – it’s also great for teachers wanting to bring the instrument into the classroom!

What’s more, to make your learning process even easier and more enjoyable, the piano comes with three-month access to flowkey and two free online lessons with a Yamaha Music School teacher – a fantastic bonus for beginners!