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because i wanna learn to play piano but i only have a keyboard at home and i cant afford a piano
Keyboard is a good start. It is much more simple and it is a great way to train your fingers before you move on to to piano.
of course there will be a slight feeling of awkwardness at first once you play the piano. however if you’re really into it , then i have no doubt that you can master the piano within months 
cheers k
Start with the keyboard…it just has less keys….
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Piano keyboards have generally a physically wider keyboard which means a wider range of octives but otherwise it in my opinion is the same.
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The principal is the same…there are just less keys…keyboard would give you a good start on piano…and if you can play the keyboard you’ll be able to play the piano….you’ll just have to learn the extra keys…good luck to you, piano is a beautiful instrument to listen to !!!!!!!
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everything is exactly the same, there are more octaves on a piano, however, beginners usually start in the middle octaves anyway, so you should be fine. the action is also more springy on an electronic keyboard, when you get to the acoustic piano you will feel the difference in the "bounce." also, the pedals on a piano are not available on electronics.
play with them when you can get to a piano to see what they can do and how they can change your sound. if you want "true" sound, stay away from the fancy buttons and percussions and just concentrate on "keeping your wrists up" then get a good instruction book, or even better, a teacher. they’re out there for a reason. they will take you through the rudimentary aspects and introduce you to the different attacks to the instrument. remember that you both orchestra and percussion, have fun !!
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The difference between a keyboard and piano is not just restricted to the number of keys. Tonal differences is something that is regularly mentioned in the piano vs keyboard debate. This can be decided on personal preference.
Keyboards have the advantage of being portable, option of headphones and also the amplifier benefit. Keyboards also have a facinating range of alternate sounds, additional rhythm choices etc. Some ppl find that keyboards fulfill their musical needs.
As a start, at least learn the basics on the keyboard – not just key layout, but reading music – is possible.
As you have a keyboard now – start learning now – don’t put it off. If you find that you want to continue on to play piano later -your circumstances may change, or an opportunity may arise that will provide you with access to a piano.
But for now – just do it! Learn on the keyboard.
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Some good answers, but no one specifically answered your question.
The keys on a piano are called a keyboard, so whether it’s an acoustic piano, a digital piano, or a synthesizer keyboard, they all are played the same way. A note like Bb is going to be the same black key on all the instruments.
A standard piano has 88 keys. So if your electric keyboard has less than that, you’ll need to identify which one is Middle C. There are five black keys per octave, so if you have less than, say, 20 black keys on your keyboard, you’re going to have some difficulty after several months of lessons — your teacher will likely be wanting to have you use some compositions and lessons/scales that require more octaves.
Finally, if you’re beyond high school, you might enroll in a local community college that has a music department. Enroll in at least one music class, and you’ll be able to sign up to use the practice rooms, most of which will have an upright piano with a full keyboard and, more importantly, weighted action — your electric keyboard likely doesn’t take much effort to press a key and make a sound, but acoustic pianos require a much wider range of force to create either soft or loud sound.
Good luck!
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Longtime professional pianist.
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Keyboard is a good start. It is much more simple and it is a great way to train your fingers before you move on to to piano.
of course there will be a slight feeling of awkwardness at first once you play the piano. however if you’re really into it , then i have no doubt that you can master the piano within months
cheers k
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It’s the same thing. The only difference is that pianos only come in one size: 88 grand. Keyboards come in 88 grand, 61 and even 49 keys. Another difference is that when you train on a keyboard, you don’t get the real feel of having real piano keys beneath your fingers. When you begin to play on a piano, it feels like you’re working harder because it is easier to play on the keyboard. You’ll have dynamic control problems and playing fast. The keys are heavier on the piano.
Relatively, they’re the same. Same range and key structure, just a difference in playing. A keyboard is more affordable than a piano and makes an excellent substitute for the real thing.
Hope This Helped.
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10 year pianist w/ 88 grand keyboard.