Digital Piano Dexibell Vivo Portable P3 Full Review. Is it a good choice?
Digital Piano Dexibell Vivo Portable P3 Full Review. Is it a good choice?
Dexibell is an Italian brand that is gradually filling the market with its digital keyboard models. Now we will review the Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3, which has an approximate price of 1,500 euros and the following features:
73-weighted Hammer Action (The weight of the keys on an acoustic piano that digital pianos try to imitate to match the touch of a real acoustic piano. The keys in the high register are heavier and in the high register less. This is a different concept of sensitivity on the keyboard that serves to regulate the volume of the note. But a hammer action keyboard always has sensitivity on the keys.) keys
Tri-Sensors per key
79 Sounds (Different sounds of piano and other instruments)
Sound Font compatible
Registry Storage Locations 49+
User unlimited USB memory
Sustain pedal (The most important pedal of a piano or keyboard is the sustain pedal and is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key.)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 1118 x 372 x 135 mm and a weight of 12,5 kg
Now that we’ve listed and described the features of this digital piano there’s no better than taking a look at the following video where they tell us more about the Dexibell Vivo Portable P3 and you can hear the different sounds of this piano.
Now let’s compare the Dexibell Vivo Portable P3 with its more common alternatives. Also at the end of the post, you will find a section with the best shopping possibilities for this digital piano. But you can go directly to that part of the post by pressing the following button.
As a first comparison, we will have two digital pianos of the brand Dexibell Vivo, the Portable P-3 which as we have already mentioned has a price of approximately 1500 euros and the Vivo S-3 Pro which has a price of 1390 euros. We will analyze their differences and characteristics using the following table:
Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3
Dexibell Vivo Stage S-3 Pro
Digital piano with 73 weighted keys (weight on the keys) and sensitive keys (you can adjust the volume of the note depending on how you press it. And it is different from the counterbalance that is the weight of the keys on a piano) to the touch
79 user-configurable sounds (Different piano sounds and other instruments) are configured from the more than 49 sound libraries (Different piano sounds and other instruments) that it comes with. A huge catalog.
320 notes of polyphony (Number of notes that can sound at the same time. This includes accompaniments that also consume notes. So if you play on top of an accompaniment more notes will be accumulated) very powerful that is worth to play everything you want
Support for Sound Font
Typical effects of this type of pianos such as metronome and transposition.
The USB memory stick can be connected
2 pedal inputs, the most important being the sustain input (the sustain pedal of a piano or keyboard is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key)
2 configurable buttons to facilitate the exchange of functionalities
Layering function for combining sounds
Very interesting audio streaming function via Bluetooth
2 very powerful 35W speakers (various piano sounds and other instruments), this is one of its strengths as you can play in many places without extra amplification
DBass Enhancer Functionality
Split functionality (dividing the keyboard into two different instruments) with 4 zones
Dual Functionality (Dual mode allows you to combine two sounds to create a more complete one. Typical is the combination of piano + stringed instrument sound)
Master EQ (refers to the master equalizer that allows you to adjust the parameters of the sound mix coming out of your speakers) Dynamic
3-band compressor
Duo mode (Duo mode allows the keyboard to be divided into two pianos so that four hands can be played or the teacher and student can play on the same keyboard) and two headphone outputs
Stereo line output for live stages.
USB midi connection (MIDI allows you to do such wonderful things as connect your keyboard to your computer, record a soundtrack and with certain programs click through what you’ve played to musical notes on a score. MIDI tracks store the information of the musical notes)
Input for flash memory
1 stereo audio input IN to connect other instruments or devices and mix the signal or play over
Weight 12.5kg and dimensions 1118 x 372 x 135mm (width x depth x height)
Too bad it doesn’t have a pedal
Keyboard with 73 weighted keys with a hammer mechanism
3 sensors per key
113 sounds
Compatible with Sound Font
More than 81 memory recordings
Unlimited user memories on USB media
3 pedal inputs
7 rotary encoders
2 assignable buttons
Bluetooth audio streaming
Connections: Stereo Outputs, Stereo Audio In, USB to Host, USB to Device, 2 Headphone Jacks, MIDI in, out, thru
4 MIDI zones
Dimensions (W x D x H): 1077 x 370 x 136 mm
Weight: 11.8 kg
We found digital pianos of the same brand, similar price, as well as similar weight and dimensions. However, it is in their functions where their differences are appreciated. We find that both have 73 weighted keys, the P3 with 79 sounds, and a wide range in polyphony reaching a maximum of 320 notes. When the S3 Pro has 113 sounds and unlimited polyphony of notes. Having a clear advantage in the second one. The P3 has 2 pedal inputs, while the S3 has 3 inputs, and other selectors such as 7 rotary knobs and 2 assignable buttons. The advantage of the S3 is its powerful 35W speakers that would serve very well for a closed space when the P3 Pro doesn’t have integrated speakers, but line outputs. Depending on your needs, you’ll choose the best option, but both are good choices.
If you want to know more, we invite you to see our review of the Dexibell Vivo Stage S3.
Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3 vs Clavia Nord Stage 3 HP76
Now we will compare the Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3 which as we have already mentioned has a price of approximately 1500 euros and the Clavia Nord Stage 3 HP76 which has a price of 3290 euros. We will analyze their differences and characteristics using the following table:
Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3
Clavia Nord Stage 3 HP76
Digital piano with 73 weighted keys (weight on the keys) and sensitive keys (you can adjust the volume of the note depending on how you press it. And it is different from the counterbalance that is the weight of the keys on a piano) to the touch
79 user-configurable sounds (Different piano sounds and other instruments) are configured from the more than 49 sound libraries (Different piano sounds and other instruments) that it comes with. A huge catalog.
320 notes of polyphony (Number of notes that can sound at the same time. This includes accompaniments that also consume notes. So if you play on top of an accompaniment more notes will be accumulated) very powerful that is worth to play everything you want
Support for Sound Font
Typical effects of this type of pianos such as metronome and transposition.
The USB memory stick can be connected
2 pedal inputs, the most important being the sustain input (the sustain pedal on a piano or keyboard is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key)
2 configurable buttons to facilitate the exchange of functionalities
Layering function to combine sounds
Very interesting audio streaming function via Bluetooth
2 very powerful 35W speakers (various piano sounds and other instruments), this is one of its strengths as you can play in many places without extra amplification
DBass Enhancer Functionality
Split functionality (dividing the keyboard into two different instruments) with 4 zones
Dual Functionality (Dual mode allows you to combine two sounds to create a more complete one. Typical is the combination of piano + stringed instrument sound)
Master EQ (refers to the master equalizer that allows you to adjust the parameters of the sound mix coming out of your speakers) Dynamic
3-band compressor
Duo mode (Duo mode allows the keyboard to be divided into two pianos so that four hands can be played or the teacher and student can play on the same keyboard) and two headphone outputs
Stereo line output for live stages.
USB midi connection (MIDI allows you to do such wonderful things as connect your keyboard to your computer, record a soundtrack and with certain programs click through what you’ve played to musical notes on a score. MIDI tracks store the information of the musical notes)
Input for flash memory
1 stereo audio input IN to connect other instruments or devices and mix the signal or play over
Weight 12.5kg and dimensions 1118 x 372 x 135mm (width x depth x height)
Too bad it doesn’t have a pedal
73-key hammer-action keyboard
2 GB storage
120 voice polyphony
Creative Piano Filters
Absolutely smooth transitions and program changes
Song mode for set-list functionality
Large Piano section
String Resonance function (Gen 2), Noise pedal and Long-Release option
Powerful synthesizing section with Subtractive, FM, and Wavetable synthesis
Arpeggiator
Unison and Master Clock mode
Organ simulations B3, Vox/Farfisa and Principal Pipe faithful to the original
Vintage Leslie Simulation 122
Extended effects section
OLED display for Program and Synth sections
4 assignable audio outputs 6.35 mm asymmetrical jack
Stereo headphone output 6.35 mm jack
1 monitor input 3.5 mm mini-jack
6.35mm Sustain Jack – Nord Triple Pedal compatible Sustain input (available separately)
6.35 mm rotor jack pedal socket
Organ socket 6.35 mm stereo jack
Stereo 6.35 mm foot control jack
Program switch pedal input 6.35 mm jack
Midi Din 5-pin input
5-pin Midi Din output
USB Connection – Typ B for USB Midi, Software Update and Sound Transfer
Network cable with ICC c14 connector
Dimensions (W x D x H): 1122 x 347 x 127 mm
Weight: 12.5 kg
We find a somewhat unfair versus, we have previously analyzed the functions and characteristics of the Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3, which by its price, has good performance. Now if we double the price, we can reach a Clavia Nord, which without presenting itself, we can already say that it would be an excellent option. And indeed, along with all the functions and features the Clavia Nord Stage 3 HP76 (such as 2GB for storage, effects, triple pedal, and connections.) would be the best option to have an excellent stage piano with excellent portability.
If you are interested in learning more, we invite you to see our review of the Clavia Nord Stage 3 HP76.
Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3 vs Yamaha CP4
Now we will compare the Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3 that as we have already mentioned has a price of approximately 1500 euros and the Yamaha CP4 that has a very similar price of 1400 euros to 1500 euros. We will analyze their differences and characteristics using the following table:
Dexibell Vivo Portable P-3
Yamaha CP4
Digital piano with 73 weighted keys (weight on the keys) and sensitive keys (you can adjust the volume of the note depending on how you press it. And it is different from the counterbalance that is the weight of the keys on a piano) to the touch
79 user-configurable sounds (Different piano sounds and other instruments) are configured from the more than 49 sound libraries (Different piano sounds and other instruments) that it comes with. A huge catalog.
320 notes of polyphony (Number of notes that can sound at the same time. This includes accompaniments that also consume notes. So if you play on top of an accompaniment more notes will be accumulated) very powerful that is worth to play everything you want
Support for Sound Font
Typical effects of this type of pianos such as metronome and transposition.
The USB memory stick can be connected
2 pedal inputs, the most important being the sustain input (the sustain pedal on a piano or keyboard is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key)
2 configurable buttons to facilitate the exchange of functionalities
Layering function for combining sounds
Very interesting audio streaming function via Bluetooth
2 very powerful 35W speakers (various piano sounds and other instruments), this is one of its strengths as you can play in many places without extra amplification
DBass Enhancer Functionality
Split functionality (dividing the keyboard into two different instruments) with 4 zones
Dual Functionality (Dual mode allows you to combine two sounds to create a more complete one. Typical is the combination of piano + stringed instrument sound)
Master EQ (refers to the master equalizer that allows you to adjust the parameters of the sound mix coming out of your speakers) Dynamic
3-band compressor
Duo mode (Duo mode allows the keyboard to be divided into two pianos so that four hands can be played or the teacher and student can play on the same keyboard) and two headphone outputs
Stereo line output for live stages.
USB midi connection (MIDI allows you to do such wonderful things as connect your keyboard to your computer, record a soundtrack and with certain programs click through what you’ve played to musical notes on a score. MIDI tracks store the information of the musical notes)
Input for flash memory
1 stereo audio input IN to connect other instruments or devices and mix the signal or play over
Weight 12.5kg and dimensions 1118 x 372 x 135mm (width x depth x height)
Too bad it doesn’t have a pedal
Keyboard with 88 wooden (white keys) and plastic (black keys) keys with pressure sensitivity and counterweight.
2-line monochrome LCD display with backlight
433 Voices of which 45 voices dedicated to piano, 47 voices dedicated to electric pianos, and 341 voices for strings, organ, drums, etc.
USB connectivity: 1 type B port and 1 type-A port.
Midi input and output with iOS connectivity ( iMX-1 accessory required )
Port for pedals: 1 sustain pedal ( FC3 pedal ) and 2 controllers ( FC5 and FC7 pedals ) * No option for triple pedalboard, although it is possible to purchase 3 separate pedals and configure them.
Power supply form: AC
18w power consumption
Dimensions 1.33 m x 16.1 cm x 35.2cm
Weight 17.5kg
Interesting comparison, due to its very similar price. On the one hand, the Dexibell offers us 73 weighted keys, 79 different sounds, and 320 notes of polyphony, on the other hand, the Yamaha has 88 keys, the white ones are made of wood, but the black ones of plastic, have 433 different voices, with a somewhat limited polyphony of 128 notes of polyphony. This is just a point where they differ a lot and depend on much of the use that will be given to the digital piano, certain compositions need a wide polyphony, however for most themes in general 128 is a very good number. So as we have also said before, depending on the needs you have, you will make the best decision.
If you are interested in knowing more, we invite you to see our review of the Yamaha CP4.
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