Many people who learn on Digital Piano learn much faster In order to learn the digital piano. Now-a-days, teachers, tutors, pianists and musicians recommend learning piano on digital piano due to the advances in technology makes digital piano much superior than upright piano and much closer to a grand piano. Here is 6 reasons why learning on digital piano will improve your piano skills MUCH FASTER than an acoustic piano.
Headphone / Control Volume: With digital piano, you can control the volume of the digital piano. This is very necessary when practicing during nights. When an acoustic pianos are played during night time, it may be too loud for neighbors or other household members. This can not only cause personal problems among others but also, amount of practice time will be limited for the student. By using volume controls and headphones, student can practice the piano whenever he or she pleases. Allowing more practice time can give student accelerated improvements.
Touch Response Controls: You can control the touch action of the digital piano. This allow younger children to control the touch response to match their fragile joints and ligaments. Children’s joints and ligaments are sensitive and normal pianos can be detrimental for their joint health. Digital piano can give extra comfort to children pianists and students when they are younger.
Record and Evaluate your performance: Most digital piano will have a recording function that allows users to record their performance. By recording one’s performance electronically on the digital piano. One can easily listen to the performance and make a discerning judgement on the performance in a third person perspective. By doing this, even small mistakes and intricate improvements can take a beginner further to a advanced level. In music, small details matter a lot.
No need for tuning: Most acoustic pianos require tuning. tuning requires extra expenses to tune the acoustic piano every time digital piano goes out of tune. Acoustic piano gets out of tune many times and because they are constantly in need of tuning, there is no guarantee that all of the keys on the piano will be in tune. Many times at least one of the key will be out of tune. You will need to either tune it yourself or call in professional tuning expert. With a digital piano, there is no worry about tuning. Digital piano does not need to be tuned at all and your sound will stay constant.
Lesson functions and Metronome: Most For example, Casio PX760 have over 60 demo songs that can play divided hands: assisted left and right hand lessons to practice each hand before playing both hands simultaneously. Yamaha digital pianos also have follow along lesson functions that you can play along to a background music. This will allow you to practice duet without a partner. Practice orchestra without other instruments. With metronome, you can practice your rhythm as well. Many students who have used the lesson function reported that their skills improved dramatically with lesson function.
Smartphone and Tablet (iPad,iPhone, etc.) Lesson Apps: You can use smartphone and tablet devices such as iPads and iPhones for lesson assistance as well. There are tones of digital piano, music notes and other related apps you can download and use to help your musical pursuits. Mohese apps on these devices does have ability to be able to connect to your digital piano and have ability to enhance your piano lesson through play-along lessons, music theory, fun musical games.
With these 6 Reasons, we strongly recommend using a digital piano for your practice.
CASIO CGP 700 / CASIO CGP 700 PRICE / CASIO CGP 700 COMPARE SOUND & FUNCTION —DIGITAL PIANO BEST REVIEW..
The Casio Privia CGP700 presents smooth rich sound with String Resonance, powered by Casio’s award-winning Multi-Expressive Integrated Sound technology, and Tri-Sensor Hammer Action II keyboard. The CGP is an acronym for “Compact Grand Piano.” This is piano really is self-explanatory. The Casio CGP-700 is a sleek digital piano with cutting edge technology that emulates grand piano in all aspects of sound, action, performance and specification.
The new 5.3″ Color Touch Screen Interface keeps your performance pristine and convenient and in full control over Casio CGP700’s complete functions. The Casio CGP700 really is a grand piano with state-of-the-art technology.
This makes Casio CGP700 one of the primary portable piano of Casio with modern and prestigious design and convenient controls.
Many musicians and pianists are very eager and excited about this new technology.
No other digital piano have incorporated touch screen technology until the new releases of CASIO (PX360, PX560, CGP700).
This new feature is a huge upgrade from the previous version of CGP700.
In the past, Casio PX-5S is thought to be the standard casio sound and essence of Casio sound. Casio Privia PX-5s has many functions but I would not recommend it as purpose of performance, hobby or education.
On the other hand, Casio CGP700 has many different function that allows easy use which means it can recommended for the use of concerts, school, and home.
Casio CGP700 is 128 Polyphony that allows performance of different genre of songs.
With 550 different tones and 200 of different rhythm by genres that amuses players.
Double your features through Computer and USB Port and portable USB Port which can give connection to iphones, ipads, and computers. Casio CGP700 is probably the most innovative home-style digital piano ever.
Casio CGP700 can be a great recommendation for smaller area, requires lots of movements, dormitories, and educational purposes.
With many functions, Casio CGP700 can be used for longer span of time.
The Casio CGP700 has two headphone jacks to connect for perhaps a student and a tutor, or any pairing of people who wants to listen to a piano without making any external sound.
Within price range, Casio CGP700 is a strongly recommended product.
Priced at originally $799.99, great value per dollar it comes with cabinet with SP-3 switch foot sustain pedal. Additional options can include 3-pedal and four-leg bench.
The true beauty of Casio CGP700 is the warranty.
This is an essential benefit that most customers overlook. Warranties are very important when it comes maintaining a product.
Most warranties of other brands only cover parts and labor.
However, Casio will easily replace your products for BRAND NEW. Here is how…
The general warranty provided by Casio is 1 year plus 2 years additional after registration, making it 3 years total. The Casio warranty covers replacement of digital pianos when there are defectives…
Casio is betting to replace your CASIO CGP700, why? because Casio believe in the it’s indispensable durability.
This is how much Casio is proud of the durability of their digital pianos; actually Casio has the lowest rate of defect products.
Casio CGP700 has all 88-key Weighted Grade Hammer Action use stereo resonance simulator which expresses sufficient details of piano sound.
Casio CGP700 has 550 of different professional built in tones including grand piano sounds.
Casio CGP700 also has Layer function that allows mixing of two different sounds that give you enjoyment.
Have over 200 ensemble rhythms to supplement piano performance.
Transpose function give easier expression of different strength levels and it can be easier when played with another instrument.
Casio CGP700 can play any type of songs with the 128 Polyphony. Speaker is 20Wx20W portable which is most exceptional within the price range and with installed speaker.
You will not find any other piano within this price range with 20Wx20W Power output digital piano! For this size of piano, 20Wx20W is absolutely superb power output. Casio CGP700 uses 6 total speakers: 4 on the keyboard, 2 on the cabinet stand.
Casio CGP700 HAS Both!
the BEST POWER OUTPUT OF OTHER DIGITAL PIANOS IN THE SAME PRICE RANGE, and MULTI-SPEAKERS
THIS IS THE MOST AMAZING THING ABOUT CASIO CGP700!!
Casio CGP700 ALSO has in & output that can connect to amp and can play sound on external stereo to double and triple your sound power and has the built in Color Touch-Screen that allows you to control the sound attributes.
The Sound source of Casio CGP700 comes from
With (MXi) Multi-Expressive Integrated Sound Source installed into the Casio CGP700, you will experience multi-dimentional sound that will enrich you tears of enjoyment. THE SOUNDS WERE RECORDED WITH TWO DOZENS OF MICROPHONES. One of the most realistic grand piano sound you will ever find.
Casio CGP700 can be used for home, education and concert purposes.
Keyboard Action
Casio CGP700 has unique action called 88-key Tri-Sensor Scaled Hammer Action IIwhich has same size and action as an acoustic piano and with lower keys heavier and becomes lighter as keys get higher.
Casio CGP700 88-key Weighted Scaled Hammer Action has an ivory key which prevents fingers from slipping, gives prestigious look, and instills cleaner feeling.
Casio CGP700 has three sensors on the key that allows users to feel detail when controlling strength and even has an option that allows velocity and responsiveness control.
Instead of the conventional two sensors, Casio CGP700 uses three sensors, making them the best digital piano keyboard technology. With this cutting-edge technology, you won’t even have to return the keys to the original position in order to be played again. Keys will be able to intricately express the strength very easily.
The Proprietary Hammer Response features provide timing nuance as it is programmed for different Hammer speed depending on the size of the hammer inside of an acoustic piano.
This feature gives the player the most realistic keyboard action experience that player will not get from other pianos.
Casio CGP700 has the best touch compared to other pianos within the price range.
This is how an acoustic action system looks like.
Function
Casio CGP700 has many functions as portable digital piano.
Made to be used in homes as well as concerts, Casio CGP700 has the best function compared to other pianos within the price range.
With minimized size and weight, Casio CGP700 easily transferable. Casio CGP700 is…
5″3 Color Touch Screen | The Color Touch Screen is a huge upgrade from the previous version. You will now be able to handle your controls much more effectively. It is very hard to find a portable digital piano that has color touch screen within this price range. Casio CGP700 does give you the most value per dollar.
550 Built-in Tones | 550 different built-in tones can aid your music studies,
Layer (Dual layer) | With this technique, you can play two different sounds simultaneously on one key. You will be able to play ‘piano and string’ sound or ‘piano and organ’ sound simultaneously on one key. You will be able to make the performance more beautiful and will give you more enjoyment.
Rhythm |Best function for digital pianos within the price range. It has accompany function and has over 180 different traditional rhythm such as Walts, Latin and others.
Split | You can play two different instrument sounds on each hand within a keyboard. For example, left hand can play vibratone, right hand can play piano; it gives effect of one person playing two different instrument sound..Duet mode | You can divide the keyboard into two separate keyboards with the same chromatic scale. This is will become similar to playing two different pianos; it is fit for performance or a lesson between a student and a teacher. Layer | With this technique, you can play two different sounds simultaneously on one key. You will be able to play ‘piano and string’ sound or ‘piano and organ’ sound simultaneously on one key. You will be able to make the performance more beautiful and will give you more enjoyment.
Recording | Casio CGP700 can record up to 100 songs which is best within the price range, connection to USB, computer USB, MIDI is available and you can record over 1000 songs.
External Amp Connection | As I have stated above, Casio CGP700 has ability to connect an external speaker with IN put & OUT put jack and make great output allowing great public performance. Casio CGP700 also has many other functions; we highly recommend it for the purpose of education and concert.
Option
Casio CGP700 includes keyboard, noteholder, adapter, switch damper pedal and a cabinet stand.
3 pedal(SP33), and bench(CB7) can be bought additionally.
Warranty
Casio CGP700’s warranty is the best warranty in the industry when judged by company that it is a defect, Casio will replace the item.
You are provided with 1 year plus 2 more years after registration, totaling at 3 year full warranty coverage at convenience.
Color
CGP700M (Black)
TECHNICAL SPECS
Specifications
CGP-700BK
Keyboard
3
Tri-sensor Scaled Hammer Action Keyboard II
Simulated ebony and ivory keys
3 sensitivity levels, off
Sound Source
MXi (Multi-Expressive Integrated) Sound Source
Polyphony (maximum)
128
Tones
550
Duet Mode
Yes
Octave Shift
Yes
Layer/split
Yes
Simulator
Acoustic piano tones. Damper Resonance & Damper Noise
100 Songs, 16 Multi Track + 1 System Track, approx. 50,000 Notes, Real- Time Recording, Punch- in/out, Song & Track Edit: Delete, Copy, Rename
Digital Effects
Reverb 17, Chorus 16, Delay 6
Brilliance -3 ~ 0 ~+3
DSP (Preset for some tones)
Auto Harmonize
Yes
Duet Mode
Yes
Key Transpose
25 Steps (-12 semitones ~ 0 ~ +12 semitones)
Tuning Control
A4 = 415.5Hz ~ 440.0Hz ~ 465.9Hz
Preset Temperaments
17 Types
Rhythms
200 Built- in Rhythms, One touch preset
Music Presets
305 (Inclusing Chord Progressions)
Resgistration Memory
Yes – Number of Set ups (96 – 4 areas x 24 Banks)
Songs
6 Demo Songs
Lesson Function
Part on/off (16 ch mixer)
Metronome
Yes
Tempo Setting
20 ~ 255BPM (Tapping Function)
Display
5.3″ Color Touch Panel
Pitch Bend Wheel
Yes
Pedals
SP-3 Included (SP-33 Optional- Half Damper pedal operation)
Terminals
USB Port (To Host), USB Flash Drive Port, Pedal (1 Damper), Connector for 3- Pedal unit, Phones 2 (3.55MM Stero Mini, Front), Line out (L/MONO, R: 6.3mm Mono Standard), Audio In (3.5mm Stero Mini), Speaker Jack (For Included Speaker Stand)
The Yamaha PSR-S950 is one of the bestselling Yamaha arranger workstations.
There are different Yamaha PSR versions, which are PSR-S750, PSR-S650, PSR-A2000 and PSR-S950.
I would highly recommend Yamaha PSR-S950 as the best performing arranger workstation digital piano of Yamaha. The Yamaha PSR-S950 is crowned as the Ultimate PSR. This ultimate cutting edge technology contains Vocal Harmony 2 and Vocal Cancel that let’s users experience “instant Karaoke.” This feature is usually not conveniently featured on any other arranger workstation platforms except the Yamaha PSR-S950.
Yamaha PSR-S950 has most amount of tones, voices, and styles than any other PSR Serieses.
In addition, this state-of-art keyboard comes with flexible features of audio editing tools that let’s users tweak audio sounds to create a unique voices and styles.
This unique feature puts the Yamaha PSR-S950 on the top of ultimate throne of arranger workstations.
Considering some of the unique features of Yamaha PSR-S950 (MIC/Line Input, Vocal Harmony, Audio Styles, Audio Manipulations, Bring-Party-to-Life) The Yamaha PSR-S950, the arrange workstation of cutting-edge technology, is a digital piano to be aware of. Let me explain now in details about the Yamaha PSR-S950
Sound
The sound of Yamaha PSR-S950 is known to be pristine and clear.
With speaker power of 15Wx2, get ready for grandeur surround sound!
Along with the 128 Polyphony, you will feel sufficiency in Yamaha PSR-S950’s sound.
The Yamaha uses the samples from the Authentic Yamaha Grand Pianos. Yamaha Acoustic Grand Pianos are known to be worlds best.
Added with thousands of voices and sounds installed on Yamaha PSR-S950, this instrument is a walking, breathing, metalic database of sounds.
You will have total of 786 Voices + 33 Drum/SFX Kits + 480 XG Voices + GM2 + GS (for song playback) PLUS you will get featured voices of 62 Super Articulation Voices, 23 Mega Voices, 27 Sweet! Voices, 64 Cool! Voices, 39 Live! Voices, 20 Organ Flutes!
You’ve never had this much database packed into one machine before…
Action
The Yamaha PSR-S950 61keys that are designed to emulate a real authentic piano.
The weighted hammer keys will surprise you in the performance comfort.
The amazing Yamaha PSR-S950 has the most amazing touch-reponse controller that allows you to control the responsiveness of the digital piano.
coupled with the color LCD screen and the Multi Pads. This state-of-art arranger workstation will be your dream come true.
Functions
Yamaha PSR-S950 has many functions which can include…
Super Articulation (SA) | Super Articulation function adds extra sound details and nuances that reproduces the characteristics of an authentic acoustic instruments.
Mega Voice Style Technology| This unique function can cancel vocals on any MP3 or Wav files. You can then sing-a-long to the instrumentals you just created.
Vocal Cancel| this amazing function can cancel out the vocals on any sound files. This will allow you to create an instrumentals out of any songs. You can then edit, compose, sample and even sing-along to the instrumental.
Score, Lyrics and Text Display| On the large LCD Screen, you will be able to see lyrics, music notations, texts, and lyrics to help your performance and vocals.
MP3 Playback| If you would like to play, compose, edit, arrange and sample your own authentic MP3 and Wav files. This is the way to go.
Layer (Dual layer) | With this technique, you can play two different sounds simultaneously on one key. You will be able to play ‘piano and string’ sound or ‘piano and organ’ sound simultaneously on one key. You will be able to make the performance more beautiful and will give you more enjoyment.
Split | You can play two different instrument sounds on each hand within a keyboard. For example, left hand can play vibratone, right hand can play piano; it gives effect of one person playing two different instrument sound.
Transpose Function | You can easily harmonize with different instruments.
Voice and Style Expansion (VSE) | Yamaha’s new Voice and Style Expansion pack takes your Yamaha PSR-S950 into a full selection list of voice and style varieties of your choice.
APP’s | The Yamaha PSR-S950 can be used with apps that are downloadable on gadgets such as iPhones, iPads, and iPods.
Please refer to “Related Products” below.
* You can connect your instrument using Yamaha’s i-MX1 interface. In case of iPhone5, iPod touch(5th generation), iPad(4th generation) and iPad mini, you can use i-MX1 with Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter. For instruments that have an USB to Host terminal, you will need an iPad(3rd/4th generation), iPad2 or iPad mini(& Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter) with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit.***requires optional IMX1 MIDI to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector or IUX1 USB to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector
You can use Piano Diary with any MIDI- or USB-equipped piano, digital piano or keyboard. For instruments that have USB, you will need an iPad or iPad 2 with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit.
***requires optional IMX1 MIDI to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector or IUX1 USB to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector
Please refer to “Related Products” below.
* You can connect your instrument using Yamaha’s i-MX1 interface or Wi-Fi (CVP-605/609 only). In case of iPhone 5, iPod touch(5th generation), iPad(4th generation) and iPad mini, you can use i-MX1 with Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter. For instruments that have an USB to Host terminal, you will need an iPad(3rd/4th generation), iPad2 or iPad mini(& Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter) with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit.***requires optional IMX1 MIDI to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector or IUX1 USB to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector
Other functions include recording, metronome, USB function and it has an Aux & Mic connection, OUT IN plug that can connect to another speaker, Audio Link Multi Pads that lets your own audio files from the pads, and Audio Recording function that allows you to record songs. Yamaha PSR-S950 also has USB function that connects to computers, iPhones, iPads, iPods and enjoy composition and computer music.
Options
The options for Yamaha PSR-S950 comes with adapter, pedal, and power outlet. X-Stand and x-bench can be ordered separately.
Warranty
The Yamaha warranty isthree years parts and labor.
YAMAHA S52 / YAMAHA S52 PRICE / YAMAHA S52 COMPARISON & FUNCTION —DIGITAL PIANO BEST REVIEW..
Regardless of price, the single most recommendable item from the Yamaha Arius Series is the Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series. Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series has neat design, heavy dynamic touch, and superb speaker power.
This compact digital piano is the most stylish digital piano.
Yamaha YDP S52 is a slim modern style digital piano built to fit homes, schools, and compact spaces.
We believe that bestselling digital piano when it comes to play-ability is also the Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series.
Reason being, Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series does not go above the average price and has sufficient function and technology compared to other digital pianos within the price range.
This cutting edge technology brings in so much values and benefits per dollar.
Yamaha is known for the state-of-art technology and this is a popular reputation among pianists.
As a shopper, we all know that all pianos have pros and cons.
In other words, shopping takes up time due to importance of buying pianos with many pros and small amount of cons at a incredibly good price. Yamaha Arius YDP S52 is the most efficient Piano per dollar value when measured on all the pros and cons by value ratio.
This is the perfect fit for most of the pianists, professionals, and hobbyists.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series is highly recommendable within the price range.
Sound lovers, touch lovers, and even acoustic lovers recognize the excellence of Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series and make purchase.
Honestly, we believe this is the epitome of a Signature Yamaha digital piano.
Most people look for price range of 1000-1500 at online and offline store. Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series is at $1349.
Home-style digital pianos like this include cabinet stand and 3-pedals.
Most digital piano don’t have a lifetime length but with great management, you can use more than 10 years. Think about that, and Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series comes with great value and benefits.
Thinking of buying a home-style digital piano? Then consider Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series is will satisfy your musical needs.
Sound — Yamaha developers put in greatest amount of effort into the Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series, making the Yamaha Arius YDP S52 a digital piano that sound mostly similar to an acoustic piano.
Also, people who experience Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series will comment that it is very similar to an acoustic piano.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series is sampled from Pure CF Sound Engine.
Pure CF Sound Engine provides cleaner sound of Yamaha acoustic piano and this will give you sufficient lower pitch sound than other digital pianos.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series is well balanced as sound moves from low to high pitch.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series also has high powered speakers that can greatly express that. You will feel that from recital as you play because the speaker power of Yamaha YDP S52 is 20X20=40Watts that can play clear sound sufficiently.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series’ 192 Polyphony makes your performance comfortable and greater.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series has 3 piano sounds and 7 various instrument sounds: total of 10 different voices.
As a home-style digital piano, Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series has sufficient enough voices. These voices of Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series are the popular sound of piano, organ, string, vibratone, and E-piano.
Made to emulate the sound of acoustic Yamaha acoustic piano, Yamaha Arius YDP S52 Arius Series is well recommended for use of home education as well as for detailed performance.
Touch —- Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series has the Synthetic Ivory Grade Hammer (GH) Keyboard.
Similar to a grand piano, the unique GH action system makes the keys of lower notes heavier and makes the weight of the keys lighter as the note increases.
Dynamic and heavy, the keyboard is made of ivory-touch that absorbs sweats off the fingers when played for longer duration.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series is made to fit both beginners and professionals in the department of touch and weight.
Many digital piano purchasers want similar touch as an acoustic piano. Weight and feel can satisfy that kind of desires.
Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series will have dynamic keyboard feel that other inexpensive digital piano won’t provide you.
You will even be able to change the touch sensitivity of the keyboard from: Hard/Medium/Soft/Fixed.
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Function — Similar to the other Yamaha YDP Arius Series, Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series can be connected to computer USB HOST, you can add different functions additionally, and connect to smartphones and smartpads such as iPad and iPhones to connect to Yamaha APPs and other APPs for more functions and convenience. We will go into details regarding apps below.
Voice| Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series has 3 different piano sounds such as concert, modern, and bright. Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series also has 7 different sounds such as organ,E-Piano, Vibratone, String, and etc.
Reverb effects| Reverb effects that reproduce the natural reverberation heard in concert halls and other performance venues. Enjoy the ambience of concert hall recitals, live gigs in jazz clubs, and more, all in the comfort of your own home.
[Recital hall] Clear reverberation, as heard in a medium-size hall used for piano recitals.
[Concert hall] Bright, the gorgeous reverb sound, as heard in a large concert hall for orchestral performances.
[Chamber] Suitable for playing chamber music.The intimate reverb sound in a spacious room, such as for classical music recitals.
[Club] The vivid reverb sound in a live music venue or jazz club.
Layer| With this technique, you can play two different sounds simultaneously on one key. You will be able to play ‘piano and string’ sound or ‘piano and organ’ sound simultaneously on one key. You will be able to make the performance more beautiful and will give you more enjoyment.
Transpose| Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series has transpose of -6,+6 which helps harmonize performance with different instruments.
Duet Mode| you can divide the keyboard into two separate keyboards with the same chromatic scale. This is will become similar to playing two different pianos; it is fit for performance or a lesson between a student and a teacher.
Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC)| The YDP-S52 is equipped with Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC), which adjusts the sound automatically, allowing players to enjoy balanced sound at any volume level. This will allow freedom of tonal range changes for the player’s own preference.
Smartphone and Smartpad connection| You can connect Yamaha YDP S52 smartphone such as an iPhone and smartpads such as an iPad to increase your performance options and enjoyment.
-Here are some APPs you can use with your Yamaha YDP S52
Digital Piano Controller
Compatible Instruments: P-115B/WH *For connecting your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to a compatible Yamaha digital instrument, please refer to “iPhone/iPad Connection Manual” for details. *For the latest compatibility information, please access the App Store Learn more
Works with: iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.
Connection requires Yamaha i-UX1 interface. If using an Apple Lightning-equipped device (iPod touch, 5th generation; iPad, 4th generation or iPad mini) you can use the i-UX1 with Apple’s Lightning to 30-pin adapter.
**requires optional IUX1 USB to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector
We recognized a void in the way sheet music had evolved. The evolution of mobile devices had quickly outgrown organic uses of sheet music, and the advancements of this technology clearly offered more possibilities than any music publisher had delivered. It is out of this environment that the idea for NoteStar was born. Here we had the opportunity to take advantage of the iPad’s dynamic display, touch response, and audio integration, and offer a sheet music experience that moved beyond simple page display.
Visual Performer is a new type of application for graphically visualizing your musical performance from any MIDI device. A variety of built-in animations respond to the pitch and velocity from your instrument. It’s a great way to add cool imagery to your performances!
You can use Piano Diary with any MIDI- or USB-equipped piano, digital piano or keyboard. For instruments that have USB, you will need an iPad or iPad 2 with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit.
**requires optional IUX1 USB to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch connector
Other functions include Recording, Metronome, Touch-Sensitive, USB-TO-HOST and etc. You can use USB to connect to various APPs to increase fascination in various musics.
Option — Yamaha YDP S52 Arius Series is a home-style piano which includes cabinet stand and 3-pedal.
Roland HP506 is one of the bestselling Roland home-style digital piano.
Many people are aware of the excellent technology and function of Roland digital pianos.
They are also aware that, Rolands are known for prestige and high quality over other brands.
Roland HP506 is made for pianists who search for digital pianos with brilliant functions and elegance.
Roland’s HP series home-style went from Roland HP505 to Roland HP506.
Roland HP506 has an excellent keyboard with escapement with the new PHA-4 Concert keyboard.
Speaker quality and keyboard quality are also at top-quality. If your budget is ample and if you have experienced Roland HP506, then you will most likely consider actually buying this item.
Roland is the best as a digital Piano.
If you have at least used acoustic piano in the past, you will acknowledge Roland HP506 out of other digital pianos within the same price range.
Roland HP506 is a modern-style home digital piano with prestige and various features that can provide pleasure in performance.
Roland HP506 is also recognized because Roland HP506 has the PHA-4 Concert Keyboard with escapement technology that can explore the dynamics of a natural grand piano touch.
Roland is the best when it comes to the touch action that gives you the “click-feel” of Escapement.
Many in-store shoppers acknowledge the weight of the keyboard; as they play the Roland HP506, they acknowledge it once again.
Nonetheless, Roland HP506 is a modern-style home digital piano which does not take up that much space.
If you lack space to keep a piano but still want a digital piano that is same size as an acoustic piano with PHA-4 key, then I strongly recommend the Roland HP506.
The acoustic projection technology expresses the ample, multi-dimensional sound from the speakers or the headphones with the 3D ambience effect.
Sound — Roland HP506 have the technology of “Super Natural Sound” that Roland is very proud of.
Like what the review of other Roland digital pianos state, Super Natural Sound not only means to have a natural sound but it also means that Roland HP506 will express performance realistically, just like an acoustic piano does.
Roland HP506 won’t fabricate nor devaluate the expression of the performer but it will realistically express the performance as is.
Roland HP506 have sound output of 30Wx2, 7Wx2.
The sound of Roland is sampled from the sound of Steinway piano.
Thus, Roland HP506 has ample sound of clarity and depth. Honestly, not everyone is satisfied with sound of Roland pianos. The criticizers express that Rolands have rough bass that slightly vibrates.
Sound is a personal preference and if they want a clear sound then it is understandable.
However, fans of Roland products say that harmonic connection between lower to higher pitched sounds are well balanced.
Most Roland fans in-store are usually music majors and performers of classical music.
Roland HP506 has 19 different types of piano sounds and has 331 of other sound styles.
Compared to the number of hotkeys, it has vast amount of different sound types. You can play it comfortably with the 128 Polyphony.
Roland HP506 has -6+5 transpose. Roland HP506 has output of 30Wx2, 7Wx2.
Roland HP506 also has 99 Songs; also an accompany function that can enrich performance.
Roland HP506 has realistic sound with great speaker quality that can satisfy what customer wants.
Use the Piano Designer function and Note Voicing feature to independently adjust your sound pitch, level, and tones.
Suiting the sound to your liking like this is a powerful tool you can use with your performance.
Touch —— As stated above, Roland HP506 has weighted keys that have ivory feel which is made to prevent slipping of the finger.
Roland HP506 has 88 keys (PHA-4 Concert Keyboard: with Escapement and Ebony/Ivory Feel) which makes low-pitched keys heavier and makes the weight of the keys lighter as pitch gets higher.
Action of the keys is acknowledged all over the world.
To emulate realistic grand piano it is made with “click-feel” which is called escapement.
Roland has action level of Ivory G < PHA4 Standard < PHA4 Premium < PHA4 Concert. Roland HP506 is made of PHA4 Concert action.
You will feel like you are playing an acoustic grand piano.
You can control touch-sensitivity to your own preference for performance with the use of Dynamic Harmonic feature.
It’s hard to know the pros of Roland keyboard just by pressing on the keys.
Play the actual Roland HP506 piano when you have a chance; you might even become a fan of Roland afterwards.
Roland’s keyboard is great for beginner children and also great for practice and performance of experienced pianists.
If you have not experienced advanced Rolands, then I strongly recommend experiencing it.
Roland HP506 has the best keyboard action compared to other digital pianos within the same price range and I proudly recommend the Roland HP506.
Function… Roland HP506 has many different functions.
Sound| Including 19 piano sounds, Roland HP506 has total of 331 different sounds. From woodwind, brass, string, and electronic sounds, Roland HP506 has various sounds that you can enjoy playing.
Layer| With this technique, you can play two different sounds simultaneously on one key. You will be able to play piano and string sound or piano and organ sound at the same time. You will be able to make the performance more beautiful and will give you more enjoyment.
Transpose| Roland HP506 has transpose of -6 +5 which can be useful harmonizing with different instruments.
Audio| Roland HP506 has Playback function with ability for you to play WAV files inside of USB like an audio. You can also balance the volume to play along your WAV file with the digital piano.
Wireless USB|You can wirelessly connect to smartphones and smartpads such as iphone and ipads and use Roland-provided APP such as Piano Partner APP and Air Performer APP for free. (However, Wireless USB Adapter is an optional item)
Other functions include computer USB, Recording function, metronome function.
Option — Roland HP506 is a home-style digital piano that comes with cabinet stand and 3-pedal (Soft, Sostenuto, and Damper). Yet, bench is optional.
Color — Roland HP506 CB (Contemporary Black), Roland HP506 SR (Simulated Rosewood), Roland HP506 CB (Polished Ebony),
Warranty — You will receive parts & labor warranty of 2 years and additional 3 years of part warranty.
Today, I’d like to introduce Casio’s new release – Celviano Digital Piano AP450. Especially if you were considering PX850, this AP450 is worth checking. You probably cannot find information (including pricing) about AP450 not only because it is not allowed to advertise its pricing information, but also because it is recently released in Jan 2013.
Casio’s Digital Piano AP450 can be a great alternative to Casio’s PX850, since Casio’s AP450 has actually exact same functions/sound systems/keys/touches/actions/speakers as Casio’s PX850. Please see the comparison chart below. Casio Celviano Digital Piano AP450 is a truly nice upgrade version of Casio Privia Digital Piano PX850.
Casio PX850 is already highly acclaimed by many digital piano specialists including another Casio dealer/renowned blogger Tim Praskins; you can read his great review on Casio’s PX850 here. Casio’s new Privia digital piano PX850 has been one of the most sought digital pianos since its release in 2012. The touch feels great as it has graded hammered action, it has ivory key tops and it has 256 polyphony while Yamaha’s Arius digital pianos, which are the closest competitors, have only 128 polyphony. The problem of Casio PX850 right now is the supply from Casio Japan couldn’t meet the giant number of demand for this piano, and thus it is now back-ordered at Casio. It is expected to ship again in early March 2013.
Model
Casio Celviano AP-450
Casio Privia PX-850
Keyboard
88 keys, weighted scaled hammer action
88 keys, weighted scaled hammer action
Sound Source
AiR (Acoustic & intelligent Resonator)
AiR (Acoustic & intelligent Resonator)
Bench
Adjustable Furniture Style Bench Included
Not Included; you have to buy seperately.
Polyphony
256
256
Dimensions
54.2 X 16.8 X33.1
53.4 X 11.7 X 32.9
Weight
89.3 lbs
81 lbs
Appearance
A Cabinet Style Digital Piano
A Simple Stand
Color
Black, Brown
Black
Pedal Color
Gold(Regular Piano Pedal Size)
Silver (Smaller than Acoustic Piano Pedals)
I also double-checked with one of Casio Representatives that this digital piano has the exactly same as PX850 but with nicer cabinet and a bench. Here’s another account of Casio Rep that it is actually very similar piano to PX850. You can read the full thread here.
You can also check out the full specification of both pianos from Casio’s official site. Click to see the detailed AP450’s specification and PX850 specification.
My favorite feature of AP450 is the lid on the top. It is much like that the lid on an acoustic grand piano. This lid simulation allows the sound of digital piano to come out and help it resonate better.The lid simulation is also available on Casio’s Privia PX850.
Casio’s Celviano AP450 will be a great alternative to PX-850 and it will also be able to replace an upright acoustic piano for your needs.
For factory warranty, Celviano AP450 and AP650 includes 5 years factory warranty.
If you’d like to find your local Celviano digital piano dealers, use the dealer locator page on Casio.
