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Frequently asked questions
General Questions
Hand Size
Specs
A narrow key digital piano has keys that are slightly narrower than those on a traditional piano. This design offers a more comfortable and natural playing experience for people with smaller hands, including many adults, children, and beginners.
A standard piano has an octave width of about 6.5 inches, while the Athena features a 5.5-inch octave. The key length and feel remain the same as on a traditional piano—only the width is reduced—allowing for greater reach, comfort, and control.
The narrow key digital piano is ideal for individuals with smaller hands. This includes beginners, professionals, teachers and anyone who can't reach an octave or a 10th easily on a traditional piano. It allows for easier reach and better hand positioning while playing, making it more accessible for a wider range of users.
Download and print this PDF (https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/l6sn2ygscoixf2s0gjzb1/Narrow-Keyboard-Compare-Print-Landscape.pdf?rlkey=d5mvts1yc8uvkcbic6ngawbt0&dl=0)to compare how ATHENA feels compared to standard size keys.
Absolutely. Mastery shouldn't be a struggle against physics. High-level repertoire demands precision, and advanced players have small hands too!
• The NK5.5-301 Flagship:(https://www.narrowkeys.com/product-page/athena-nk5-5-301-digital-piano) Our concert-ready powerhouse. With a professional-grade sound engine and elite action, it is the ultimate tool for the distinguished pedagogue and the concert artist. It is a studio centerpiece that commands respect and delivers uncompromising results.
• The NK5.5-201 Essential:(https://www.narrowkeys.com/product-page/athena-nk5-5-201-digital-piano) Don't let the name fool you—this is a high-performance machine for the beginner through advanced-intermediate player. It’s the perfect "daily driver" for serious technical development, allowing students to fly through repertoire that used to feel out of reach.
Whether you’re a professional taking your Athena to a live gig or a student mastering your first Chopin Etude, you are finally playing on an instrument that works with you, not against you.
Yes, Athena™ is FCC rated for Canada, USA, Australia, UK, and Europe. We can ship to any country with equivalent FCC plugs, as Athena comes with adaptors. If your country isn't listed, contact us to express your interest. Shipping rates vary so please contact us at info@narrowkeys.com (https://www.narrowkeys.com/contact-us)for the current rates to ship to your country.
When you try an instrument in a store you get to hear how it sounds in a large sometimes noisy store. When the keyboard is shipped to your home, you can try it out in the comfort of your home. You hear it with your acoustics, and you can try it with your speaker system (it has its own speakers but you may have your own).
It can be easily returned if you aren't happy with it but we are pretty confident once you have tried narrow keys for a few days, you'll never look back.
Yes! We are deeply committed to supporting the music community and making ergonomic education accessible. Whether you are a dedicated teacher looking to outfit your studio or a student investing in your technical future, we want to help.
Please fill out our Educational Discount Request Form (https://forms.gle/oQwjC3G4rfGVEb1n6)to see our current special offers and institutional pricing.
Choosing the right setup depends on whether you plan to keep your Athena in one place or take it on the road.
The Athena Home Stand (https://www.narrowkeys.com/product-page/athena-piano-stand)(Integrated Triple Pedal)
• Best for: A permanent home or studio setup where you want the look and feel of a traditional console piano.
• The Pedals: This stand features a built-in triple-pedal system (Sustain, Soft, and Sostenuto) that is integrated directly into the frame for maximum stability.
• Note: The pedals are fixed to the stand and cannot be removed for separate use.
Portable / Professional Stage Stands
• Best for: Gigging musicians, students in dorms, or those who need to pack away their keyboard between sessions.
• The Pedals: Every Athena comes with a sustain pedal included in the box. If you require full grand piano functionality on the road, we also offer a Detachable Triple-Pedal Unit (https://www.narrowkeys.com/product-page/triple-pedal-unit)that plugs directly into the keyboard and works with any portable stand.
• Compatible with: Any standard X-style, Z-style, or table-style keyboard stand.
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Imagine finally playing the music you love without the physical barrier of a keyboard that’s simply too large. As we grow our collection with the new Athena NK5.5-201, we invite you to be part of this evolution—and enjoy our exclusive launch pricing while it lasts.
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