The Yamaha YDP-166B Arius Digital Piano Bundle in Black combines Yamaha's upgraded current-generation Arius home piano with a coordinated Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK adjustable piano bench and Yamaha HPH-50B headphones.

At the heart of the package is the Yamaha YDP-166B Arius Digital Piano in Black.

The YDP-166 represents a significant step up within Yamaha's Arius range thanks to its 88-note GrandTouch-E keyboard. Featuring synthetic ebony and ivory keytops plus escapement, GrandTouch-E provides a more sophisticated playing platform than the GHS keyboard used by the YDP-146.

The principal piano Voice is sampled from Yamaha's flagship CFX concert grand piano, while Virtual Resonance Modeling Lite – VRM Lite recreates elements of the complex resonance generated as strings, keys and pedals interact inside an acoustic piano.

The YDP-166 also provides 192-note polyphony, 10 Voices, 353 preset Songs, three pedals with half-pedal support, two-track MIDI recording, Bluetooth connectivity, USB audio, Smart Pianist compatibility and Stereophonic Optimizer. Yamaha equips it with a substantially more powerful 20W × 2 amplifier system driving twin 12cm speakers with diffuser grilles.

This Fair Deal Music bundle then completes the setup with two practical accessories.

The Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK adjustable bench combines a black matt frame with a black velvet fireproof top, while the Yamaha HPH-50B closed-back headphones provide private practice whenever the internal speakers are not appropriate.

For developing pianists, grade students, serious beginners, families and returning players, this is a particularly complete home-piano package.

BUNDLE AT A GLANCE

Bundle Component	Details
Digital Piano	Yamaha YDP-166B Arius
Piano Finish	Black
Keyboard	88-note GrandTouch-E
Key Surfaces	Synthetic ebony & ivory
Escapement	Yes
Main Piano Voice	Yamaha CFX Concert Grand
Piano Modelling	VRM Lite
Maximum Polyphony	192 notes
Voices	10
Pedals	Damper, Sostenuto & Soft
Half-Pedal	Yes
Bluetooth	Audio & MIDI*
Amplification	20W × 2
Speakers	12cm with diffuser × 2
Piano Bench	Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK
Bench Finish	Black Matt
Bench Seat	Black Velvet Fireproof Top
Bench Height	49–59cm adjustable
Bench Top Size	55 × 32cm
Headphones	Yamaha HPH-50B
Headphone Colour	Black
Headphone Type	Dynamic, closed-back
Headphone Driver	38mm
Headphone Cable	2m
Bundle Colour Theme	Black
Condition	New

*Bluetooth availability varies according to area.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS BUNDLE?

1. YAMAHA YDP-166B ARIUS DIGITAL PIANO – BLACK

The centrepiece of the package.

A full-size Yamaha Arius home digital piano featuring:

• 88-note GrandTouch-E keyboard

• Synthetic ebony and ivory keytops

• Escapement

• Yamaha CFX concert grand piano Voice

• Virtual Resonance Modeling Lite – VRM Lite

• 192-note maximum polyphony

• 10 instrument Voices

• 353 preset Songs

• Dual mode

• Duo mode

• Two-track MIDI recording

• Three-pedal system

• Half-pedal capability

• Intelligent Acoustic Control

• Stereophonic Optimizer

• Bluetooth Audio & MIDI*

• 44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo USB Audio Interface

• 20W × 2 amplification

• Twin 12cm speakers with diffuser grilles

• Two headphone outputs

• USB TO HOST

• Yamaha Smart Pianist compatibility

• Sliding key cover

• Music rest with music braces

• Black cabinet finish

2. STAGG PBF39 BKM VBK ADJUSTABLE PIANO BENCH

The included Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK provides a dedicated adjustable piano seat selected to complement the Black YDP-166B.

Stagg specifies:

• Black matt finish

• Black velvet fireproof top

• Adjustable height: 49–59cm

• Top dimensions: 55 × 32cm

• Approx. 6.5kg

• Supplied for assembly

Its adjustable height is particularly useful for:

• Growing students

• Families

• Shared instruments

• Piano lessons

• Adult learners

• Establishing a comfortable playing position

3. YAMAHA HPH-50B HEADPHONES – BLACK

The included Yamaha HPH-50B headphones provide a compact closed-back solution for private piano practice.

Yamaha specifies:

• Dynamic closed-back design

• 38mm drivers

• 35-ohm impedance

• 20Hz–20kHz frequency response

• 103dB sound pressure level

• Maximum input: 1,000mW

• Approx. 133g including cable

• 2m cable

• 3.5mm stereo connection

• 6.3mm stereo connection/adaptor

• Adjustable headband

• 90-degree swivelling earcups

• Black finish

WHY THIS BUNDLE MAKES SENSE

The YDP-166B is already a serious home digital piano.

This bundle makes it a complete home practice setup.

The Stagg adjustable bench gives the pianist a proper seated position rather than forcing them to use unsuitable fixed-height household furniture.

The Yamaha HPH-50B headphones provide private practice whenever the speakers would be inconvenient.

And because all three core components are finished in black, the package looks coordinated as well as practical.

That makes it especially suitable for:

• Grade students

• Serious beginners

• Developing pianists

• Family homes

• Piano lessons

• Shared accommodation

• Flats and apartments

• Evening practice

• Early-morning practice

• Homes where a classic Black piano setup is preferred

YAMAHA YDP-166B – THE STEP-UP ARIUS

The YDP-166 occupies an important position in Yamaha's Arius family.

It retains the straightforward, piano-focused character of the YDP-146 while upgrading the two areas that most directly affect the playing experience:

the keyboard and the speaker system.

The YDP-166 introduces Yamaha's GrandTouch-E keyboard and increases amplification to 20W × 2.

Those are meaningful physical upgrades that are felt and heard every time you play.

88-NOTE GRANDTOUCH-E KEYBOARD

The defining upgrade on the YDP-166 is Yamaha's GrandTouch-E keyboard.

It provides:

• 88 weighted keys

• Synthetic ivory white-key surfaces

• Synthetic ebony black-key surfaces

• Escapement

• Approx. 10mm key stroke

• Four Touch Sensitivity settings

Compared with the GHS action of the YDP-146, GrandTouch-E provides a more sophisticated keyboard platform for developing technique.

SYNTHETIC EBONY & IVORY KEYTOPS

The GrandTouch-E action uses synthetic ebony and ivory keytops.

Their subtly textured surfaces are designed to provide secure and comfortable contact beneath the fingers during longer practice sessions.

ESCAPEMENT

GrandTouch-E incorporates escapement.

This recreates an element of the subtle tactile sensation associated with an acoustic grand piano action when a key is played slowly and with control.

TOUCH SENSITIVITY

The YDP-166 provides:

• Hard

• Medium

• Soft

• Fixed

These settings adjust how the instrument responds dynamically to your physical playing.

YAMAHA CFX CONCERT GRAND PIANO VOICE

The principal piano Voice is sampled from Yamaha's flagship CFX concert grand piano.

The CFX provides the tonal foundation for:

• Classical repertoire

• Grade study

• Contemporary piano

• Lessons

• Technique practice

• Everyday home performance

VIRTUAL RESONANCE MODELING LITE – VRM LITE

Acoustic pianos create complex sympathetic resonances as strings, keys, pedals and the resonant structure interact.

Yamaha's Virtual Resonance Modeling Lite – VRM Lite recreates elements of these interactions digitally.

This helps the YDP-166 produce a more connected and expressive piano sound than simple sample playback alone.

192-NOTE POLYPHONY

The YDP-166 provides 192-note maximum polyphony.

That gives the instrument plenty of headroom for:

• Complex repertoire

• Sustained passages

• Layered Voices

• Two-track playback

• Detailed pedal use

10 BUILT-IN VOICES

The YDP-166 includes 10 Voices.

The instrument remains firmly piano-focused while providing additional sounds such as electric piano, organ, vibraphone and strings for variety.

DUAL MODE

Dual allows two Voices to sound simultaneously across the keyboard.

For example:

Piano + Strings

DUO MODE

Duo divides the keyboard into two equivalent pitch ranges.

This can be especially useful for:

• Piano lessons

• Teacher and student

• Parent and child

• Demonstrating technique

• Side-by-side practice

THREE-PEDAL SYSTEM

The YDP-166 includes:

• Damper

• Sostenuto

• Soft

The damper supports half-pedalling, allowing the pianist to vary sustain according to pedal depth.

20W × 2 AMPLIFICATION

One of the major upgrades over the YDP-146 is speaker power.

The YDP-166 uses:

20W × 2 amplification

with:

12cm speakers with diffuser grilles × 2.

This gives the piano significantly greater headroom and presence when played through its internal speakers.

INTELLIGENT ACOUSTIC CONTROL

Intelligent Acoustic Control – IAC adjusts tonal balance at lower listening levels.

This helps the piano remain satisfying during quieter home practice.

PRIVATE HEADPHONE PRACTICE

The YDP-166 provides two headphone outputs, and this bundle includes the Yamaha HPH-50B from day one.

Headphone practice can be invaluable for:

• Evening practice

• Early mornings

• Shared households

• Flats

• Family homes

• Lessons where one listener needs monitoring

STEREOPHONIC OPTIMIZER

Yamaha's Stereophonic Optimizer is designed to create a more open spatial impression during headphone practice.

Rather than making the sound appear to sit entirely inside the headphones, it aims to recreate more of the feeling of playing the piano acoustically in front of you.

BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY

Yamaha lists Bluetooth connectivity on the current YDP-166 platform, allowing compatible music streaming, control and learning-app integration.

BLUETOOTH AUDIO

Compatible music can be streamed through the piano's built-in speaker system.

Useful applications include:

• Playing along with songs

• Backing tracks

• Reference recordings

• Listening exercises

BLUETOOTH MIDI

Bluetooth MIDI supports wireless communication with compatible music and learning applications.

SMART PIANIST

The YDP-166 works with Yamaha's Smart Pianist app.

Smart Pianist can provide a graphical interface for supported piano functions, preset Songs and practice tools.

353 PRESET SONGS

The YDP-166 provides:

• 10 Voice Demo Songs

• 50 Classics

• 303 Lesson Songs

This gives developing pianists a substantial library of onboard material for learning and exploration.

TWO-TRACK MIDI RECORDING

The onboard recorder allows:

• 1 User Song

• 2 tracks

• Separate part recording

This is useful for:

• Practice review

• Recording left and right hands separately

• Playing along with a previously recorded part

USB AUDIO INTERFACE

The YDP-166 supports digital audio communication over USB for compatible recording, education and music applications.

STAGG PBF39 BKM VBK ADJUSTABLE PIANO BENCH

Correct seating height has a real impact on:

• Arm position

• Wrist angle

• Shoulder comfort

• Hand position

• Pedal access

The included Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK helps solve that with a 49–59cm adjustable height range.

BENCH SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK
Product Type	Adjustable Piano Bench
Finish	Black Matt
Top	Black Velvet Fireproof Top
Adjustable Height	49–59cm
Top Dimensions	55 × 32cm
Weight	Approx. 6.5kg
Assembly	Required

YAMAHA HPH-50B HEADPHONES

The Yamaha HPH-50B provides a lightweight closed-back option suited to digital-piano practice.

HEADPHONE SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Yamaha HPH-50B
Type	Dynamic, closed-back
Driver	38mm
Impedance	35 ohms
Frequency Response	20Hz–20kHz
Sound Pressure Level	103dB
Maximum Input	1,000mW
Cable Length	2m
Weight	Approx. 133g including cable
Connections	3.5mm stereo / 6.3mm stereo
Earcups	90-degree swivel
Colour	Black

Yamaha confirms these HPH-50 specifications and offers the model in Black and White.

A FULLY COORDINATED BLACK PIANO BUNDLE

All three core components have been selected to work together visually:

Piano: Yamaha YDP-166B – Black
Bench: Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK – Black Matt / Black Velvet
Headphones: Yamaha HPH-50B – Black

The result is a cohesive home-piano package rather than three unrelated accessories.

WHO IS THIS BUNDLE FOR?

The Yamaha YDP-166B bundle is particularly well suited to:

• Serious beginners

• Developing pianists

• Grade students

• Intermediate home players

• Returning pianists

• Children in structured lessons

• Teenagers studying piano

• Adult learners

• Families

• Piano teachers

• Players moving up from entry-level keyboards

• Customers wanting a complete home setup

• Players who regularly use headphones

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The YDP-166B is well suited to:

• Classical repertoire

• Contemporary piano

• Pop

• Jazz fundamentals

• Examination repertoire

• Technique development

• Sight-reading

• Piano lessons

• Home practice

• Duo learning

• Silent headphone practice

• Everyday performance

HOW IT COMPARES

YDP-166 vs YDP-146

Both models share:

• Yamaha CFX piano Voice

• VRM Lite

• 192-note polyphony

• 10 Voices

• Three pedals

• Duo

• Two-track recording

• Bluetooth

• Smart Pianist

• 12cm diffuser speakers

The important physical upgrades on the YDP-166 are:

YDP-146

• GHS keyboard

• Matt black keytops

• 8W × 2 amplification

YDP-166

• GrandTouch-E keyboard

• Synthetic ebony/ivory keytops

• Escapement

• 20W × 2 amplification

For the developing pianist, these are meaningful upgrades because they affect touch and sound every time the instrument is played.

YAMAHA YDP-166B PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Yamaha YDP-166B
Product Type	Arius Digital Piano
Finish	Black
Finish Code	B
Number of Keys	88
Keyboard	GrandTouch-E
Keytops	Synthetic ebony & ivory
Escapement	Yes
Touch Sensitivity	Hard / Medium / Soft / Fixed
Main Piano Voice	Yamaha CFX Concert Grand
Piano Modelling	VRM Lite
Maximum Polyphony	192 notes
Number of Voices	10
Intelligent Acoustic Control	Yes
Stereophonic Optimizer	Yes
Dual	Yes
Duo	Yes
Preset Songs	10 Voice Demo + 50 Classics + 303 Lesson Songs
User Recording	1 Song
Recording Tracks	2
Bluetooth	Audio & MIDI*
Headphone Outputs	2
USB TO HOST	Yes
Pedals	Damper / Sostenuto / Soft
Half-Pedal	Yes
Amplification	20W × 2
Speakers	12cm with diffuser × 2
Key Cover	Sliding
Music Rest	Yes
Smart Pianist	Compatible
Width	1,357mm
Height	849mm
Height with Music Rest Raised	1,003mm
Depth	422mm
Weight	42kg
DC IN	16V
AC Adaptor	PA-300C
Power Consumption	13W
Auto Power Off	Yes

*Bluetooth availability varies according to area.

DIMENSIONS & PLACEMENT

The Yamaha YDP-166B measures approximately:

Width: 1,357mm
Height: 849mm
Depth: 422mm
Weight: 42kg

With the music rest raised:

Overall height: approximately 1,003mm.

Its upright-style cabinet allows it to sit neatly against a wall while still providing the appearance and pedal setup of a dedicated home piano.

BLACK FINISH

The B suffix identifies the Black version of the YDP-166.

The black cabinet pairs naturally with:

• Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK Black Matt bench

• Yamaha HPH-50B Black headphones

making this one of the most visually cohesive YDP-166 bundles in the range.

🎵 FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Developing pianists, serious beginners, grade students and families looking for a more sophisticated action and stronger sound system than the YDP-146, with the essential bench and headphone accessories already included.

Useful pairings: Yamaha Smart Pianist on a compatible smartphone or tablet.

Our tip: If you're deciding between the YDP-146 and YDP-166, spend most of your comparison time on the keyboard. The GrandTouch-E action with synthetic ebony/ivory surfaces and escapement is the strongest reason to step up, while the jump to 20W × 2 amplification is the other major everyday advantage.

FDM view: The YDP-166 is the stronger long-term Arius choice for a developing player. This bundle complements that piano properly with an adjustable bench and Yamaha headphones, while keeping the entire setup visually consistent in Black.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Our experienced team can help with:

• Yamaha Arius comparisons

• YDP-146 vs YDP-166 advice

• Keyboard-action comparisons

• Beginner and grade-piano guidance

• Bench and seating setup

• Headphones

• Smart Pianist

• Delivery

• Part exchange

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

Trade In. Trade Up.

Already own a keyboard or digital piano?

Fair Deal Music welcomes part-exchange enquiries on suitable instruments.

Simply provide:

• Make

• Exact model

• Condition

• Included accessories

and our team can provide a no-obligation valuation towards your new Yamaha piano bundle.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is included in this YDP-166B bundle?

• Yamaha YDP-166B Arius Digital Piano – Black

• Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK Adjustable Piano Bench

• Yamaha HPH-50B Headphones – Black

Does the YDP-166B have weighted keys?

Yes.

It uses Yamaha's 88-note GrandTouch-E weighted keyboard.

Does it have synthetic ebony and ivory keytops?

Yes.

Does it have escapement?

Yes.

Does it have wooden keys?

No wooden-key construction is specified by Yamaha for the YDP-166.

Which piano Voice is the main sound based on?

Yamaha's flagship CFX concert grand piano.

How much polyphony does it have?

192 notes.

How many Voices are included?

10 Voices.

Does it have Bluetooth?

Yes.

Yamaha lists Bluetooth connectivity for music streaming, control and compatible learning apps.

How powerful are the speakers?

20W × 2 amplification with 12cm diffuser speakers × 2.

Is the included bench adjustable?

Yes.

The Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK adjusts from 49–59cm.

What finish is the bench?

Black matt with a black velvet fireproof top.

What size is the bench top?

55 × 32cm.

Which headphones are included?

Yamaha HPH-50B headphones in Black.

What size drivers do they use?

38mm.

How long is the cable?

2 metres.

Is this suitable for graded piano study?

Yes. Its 88-note weighted action, three-pedal system and more sophisticated GrandTouch-E keyboard make it a strong home-practice instrument for developing pianists.

How large is the YDP-166B?

Approximately:

1,357mm wide × 849mm high × 422mm deep

How much does it weigh?

Approximately 42kg.

Does it require tuning?

No.

The YDP-166B is a digital piano.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

This Fair Deal Music bundle contains:

• 1 × Yamaha YDP-166B Arius Digital Piano – Black

• 1 × Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK Adjustable Piano Bench – Black Matt / Black Velvet

• 1 × Yamaha HPH-50B Headphones – Black

• Yamaha power supply applicable to UK stock

• Yamaha documentation and supplied piano accessories as applicable

READY FOR THE NEXT STEP IN ARIUS?

The Yamaha YDP-166B gives you a more sophisticated physical connection through GrandTouch-E.

Its CFX concert grand Voice and VRM Lite provide the tonal foundation.

Its 20W × 2 speaker system gives that sound considerably more authority.

And this Fair Deal Music bundle completes the setup with:

An adjustable Stagg bench.

Yamaha headphones.

Bluetooth connectivity.

Smart Pianist compatibility.

A fully coordinated Black finish.

For a serious beginner, developing student or returning pianist looking for an Arius with meaningful room to grow, this is a compelling complete home-piano package.

Sit down. Find the right height. Practise quietly when you need to. And play.

Discover the Yamaha YDP-166B Arius Digital Piano Bundle with Stagg PBF39 BKM VBK Adjustable Bench and Yamaha HPH-50B Headphones at Fair Deal Music.