All the keyboards we offer for hire have full piano sized keys - don't be tempted to buy or even borrow a "mini-key" type- you will only have to re-learn finger positions when you move on to full size key keyboard.

A 4 octave keyboard has what is the smallest number of keys available on a keyboard. This is usually fine for a beginner to get started on.

Most people who ultimately buy a keyboard buy the larger 5 octave keyboard - they simply have more notes. You can start by hiring a 4 octave and apply all your hire fees towards a 5 octave. Ask your teacher though - some prefer you to start off with the full 5 octaves.

"Touch sensitive" is another term that may need explanation. When you hit a key hard on a touch sensitive keyboard, it plays loud; hit a key softly, it plays quietly - just like a piano. As you progress, you will need one of these type to play the "Dynamics" of music. Again, talk to your teacher or us if you feel you need advice on this.