Putting fun into piano practice. The JDP-1 Junior Digital Piano is a genuine digital piano redesigned to a smaller scale making it ideal for children getting to grips with piano basics. This digital piano provides a positive fun playing experience for children – with the bonus of USB connectivity so it can be used with a number of modern music apps. This beginner piano set comes with a bench sustain pedal and a pair of headphones. Everything you need to get playing straight away. The Ideal Starter Instrument The JDP-1 is a great introduction to the piano for children. The JDP-1 is a genuine digital piano with 61 standard-size keys and a wide range of sounds. Perfect for developing early music skills. There are many studies that show the benefits of children having access to musical instruments from an early age. The benefits of early music include encouraging creativity developing musical skills gaining an understanding of the learning process improving concentration building coordination and improving social skills if played with other people. The piano is one of the best instruments for teaching children about music theory and the basics of melody because the notes are visually displayed in front of them. Above all children of all ages will find the Junior Piano a lot of fun! Genuine Digital Piano Just Smaller The JDP-1 has 61 full-size touch-sensitive piano keys that respond to nuances in the childs playing. The touch sensitive keys give the player a better learning experience developing proper technique which can easily be transferred to a full-size piano as they grow. The JDP-1 has eight different voices including piano and organ sounds as well as some fun animal sounds to fuel the childs imagination and keep them engaged. To change voices you just need to hold down the lowest C C# and D keys simultaneously and then press the key corresponding to the voice you want. Piano Teaching Apps Using tuition apps makes it easier than ever before to start playing the piano. The JDP-1s built in USB port allows children to play such fun piano games from a compatible smartphone laptop computer or tablet (cables – not included.) With these sorts of simple and fun games children will be playing songs in no time. Suggested teaching apps that could be used with the JDP-1 Piano include:: Dust Busters Piano Game App – teaches the student to play a song using a fun game. Ideal for beginners. Piano Maestro App – teaches popular songs by Madonna Maroon 5 Bruno Mars Billy Joel Taylor Swift Katy Perry Rihanna and Pharrell Williams. Fun for children and adults! Everything Beginners Need To Start Playing The JDP-1 also comes with a sustain pedal making sure players can reach an intermediate level and a headphones output so kids can practice at any time without disturbing others. Theres also an auxiliary input which lets you plug in a phone or MP3 player so you can listen to or play along with your favourite songs. The JDP-1 is finished with a smart cabinet complete with a matching stool meaning itll fit nicely into any home. Specifications Keys: 61 full size velocity sensitive Polyphony: 32 Speakers: 2 x 20w Voices: 8 instrument voices and animal sounds Compatibility: iPad & Laptop Connections: Headphone (1) and Sustain Pedal (1) Adapter Input: 1 USB (B) Input: 1 Audio Input: 1 Demo Song: Yes Finish: White Pedals: Sustain Suitable For: Children Dimensions Piano Height: 600mm Piano Width: 930mm Piano Depth: 330mm Piano Weight: 13kg Bench Dimensions: (H) 365mm x (W) 381mm x (D) 310mm Bench Weight: 3.6kg Includes Matching Bench Sustain Pedal DC Power Supply Headphones Instruction Manual Assembly Guide Music is for everyone so we’re making it easier for you to start playing. Backed by our years of professional experience the Gear4music range gives you access to a vast collection of instruments audio gear and accessories. Produced ethically and responsibly theyre suitable for every musical interest while meeting the expectations of a caring world. There’s never been a better time to start making music.