The surprising Doutreligne MHP-3000: a digital piano that challenges the top models

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Are you looking for a digital piano that feels like a real grand piano, sounds amazing, and is packed with smart features? Then you'll likely come across brands like Yamaha and Roland. But did you know there's also a surprising outsider that offers great value for both price and quality? The Doutreligne MHP-3000 delivers a playing experience that easily stands up to high-end models like the Yamaha Clavinova CLP-845 and the Roland LX5.

Fatar 88 Wooden Grand-Response keyboard

Playing feel: wooden keys that truly make a difference

The Fatar 88 Wooden Grand-Response keyboard of the Doutreligne MHP-3000 is of exceptional quality. The fully wooden keys provide an exceptionally natural and precise touch, similar to what you'd expect from high-end models in the premium range. The well-balanced mechanism allows for fine playing and offers complete control over your touch.

The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-845 is also equipped with wooden keys via the GrandTouch-S keyboard, providing a realistic and pleasant playing feel. The Roland LX5 uses the PHA-50 keyboard, a smart combination of wood and plastic, resulting in a solid and durable feel.

All three of these models – the Doutreligne MHP-3000, Yamaha CLP-845, and Roland LX5 – are equipped with a wooden keyboard that contributes to an authentic playing feel. Thanks to the combination of natural touch, precision, and refined control, the playing comfort closely resembles that of a real acoustic piano.

 

MHP-3000 speakers

Sound quality: powerful, rich, and full of nuance

The three models offer similar sound quality, but each has its own characteristics. The Doutreligne MHP-3000 delivers a warm, expressive, and dynamic sound, powered by samples of two European grand pianos and an advanced DSP chip. Four powerful speakers (90W total) ensure a clear, full sound that performs excellently in any space. The polyphony of 512 voices is particularly high for this price range, allowing even the most complex pieces to be played without note dropouts.

The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-845 uses CFX and Bösendorfer samples, providing a rich, detailed sound. The polyphony of 256 voices is fine but slightly less extensive than that of the MHP-3000. The Roland LX5 offers an expressive, modeled sound through Piano Reality Modelling and features unlimited polyphony. While the sound is very natural, it can sometimes feel a bit less direct for those used to acoustic sound.

Doutreligne MHP-3000

Extra features: more than just a piano

The Doutreligne MHP-3000, Yamaha CLP-845, and Roland LX5 each offer a range of useful extra features that make playing the piano more enjoyable and versatile. All three come with Bluetooth Audio and Bluetooth MIDI, allowing you to stream music wirelessly and connect your piano to apps for learning, composing, or recording.

Yamaha and Roland provide extra control and learning options through their own apps – Smart Pianist and Roland Piano App. The MHP-3000 doesn't have its own app, but it is fully compatible with universal learning apps like Simply Piano. In terms of sounds, the Roland LX5 offers the largest selection.

Basic features such as recording, metronome, and USB to Host connection are also available on all models, ideal for those who want to analyze their playing or work with music software.

While these extra features certainly add value, the key feel and sound quality remain the most important factors when choosing a digital piano. Each of these models emphasizes different aspects and offers a strong overall experience in its own way.

Conclusion: three strong models – one clear winner in price-quality ratio

The Doutreligne MHP-3000, Yamaha CLP-845, and Roland LX5 are all excellent digital pianos, each offering a rich playing experience. Whether you focus on sound, touch, or extra features: these three models excel in every aspect and are all a responsible choice for the demanding pianist.

However, the Doutreligne MHP-3000 stands out due to its exceptional price-quality ratio. You get a fully wooden keyboard, powerful sound with high polyphony, and extensive connectivity, all in a price range where such features are rare. This makes it ideal for those looking for top-quality without the high-end model price tag.

If you want to take your sound experience, finish, and luxury even further, it is definitely worth checking out the  Doutreligne MHP-5000 : the stylish top model of the series, with a glossy finish and even more expressive possibilities.

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