Monday, April 30, 2012

Yamaha P155B Contemporary Piano with Ebony Top Board, Black

Yamaha P155B Contemporary Piano with Ebony Top Board, Black Review



Yamaha P155B Contemporary Piano with Ebony Top Board, Black Feature

  • 88-note, GHE (Graded Hammer Effect) weighted-action keyboard
  • 128-note polyphony
  • Dynamic Stereo Sampling - 4 separate layers of stereo samples
  • Key-Off Sample plus Sustain Sample for acoustic piano realism
  • Emulates the soft/half pedaling and damper effects of an acoustic
Whether you're practicing at home, playing with the band, or doing a live solo performance, the P155 series offers professional quality sound with our legendary touch. Thanks to top-shelf Yamaha digital piano technologies, musicians don't have to choose between portability and piano quality- the quality you expect from a company that's been building world-class acoustic pianos for over a century.


Sunday, April 29, 2012

Seiko SQ50-V Quartz Metronome Metronome

Seiko SQ50-V Quartz Metronome Metronome Review



Seiko SQ50-V Quartz Metronome Metronome Feature

  • Our Most Basic Quartz Metronome.
  • Choice of 2 Types of Tempo & Beat Sounds.
  • Large Led for Highly Visual Tempo Indicator.
Quartz metronome


Friday, April 27, 2012

54 Keys Keyboard Student Electronic Digital Piano - Silver - with AC Adapter (Includes eLessons, Free Mini Rubber Guitar & Pick)

54 Keys Keyboard Student Electronic Digital Piano - Silver - with AC Adapter (Includes eLessons, Free Mini Rubber Guitar & Pick) Review



54 Keys Keyboard Student Electronic Digital Piano - Silver - with AC Adapter (Includes eLessons, Free Mini Rubber Guitar & Pick) Feature

  • Please email us to request the eLessons. 8 Rhythm Chord Volume Levels, A and B Guides, 1/4" output jack
  • 54 Standard Piano Keys, 100 Voices, 100 Rhythms, Polyphonic, 8 Stereo Demo Songs
  • 8 Panel Drum Presets, Single Chord Function, Finger Chord Function, A and B Guides, Stereo RCA output jacks
  • Start / Stop with Sync, Fill In Function, Sustain and Vibrato, Transposition Function
  • LED Display, 32 Tempo Settings, 16 Volume Levels, 8 Rhythm Chord Volume Levels
Make beautiful music! Our 54-Key Electronic Keyboard features 100 voices, 100 rhythms, 32 tempos, 8 panel drum sets, and A/C adapter. Effects include vibrato and echo, 8 demo songs, and more!


Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Korg LP-350 Digital Piano - Black

Korg LP-350 Digital Piano - Black Review



Korg LP-350 Digital Piano - Black Feature

  • Keyboard: 88 notes (A0 ~ C8), RH3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action 3)Key Cover: Soft-closing typeTouch Control: Light, Normal, Heavy Sound Generation: Stereo Sampling SystemPolyphony: 60 notes (max)Programs: 30 sounds (5 Pianos, 7 Electric Pianos, Harpsichord, 2 Clavs, Vibraphone, Marimba, Acoustic Guitar, 3 Jazz Organs, 3 Church Organs, 3 Strings, 3 Choirs)Effects: Reverb, Chorus (3 levels each)Demo: 30 songs (10 songs in 3 banks)Metronome: Tempo, Time Signature, Accent and Volume controlsTuning: K
The LP-350 digital piano is pleasing to both the ears - and the eyes! At less than 11 inches deep, the modern slim-line styling is space-saving and efficient, and designed to visually complement nearly any living space. When not in use, the thoughtful design leaves a smooth, flat top with no protruding hinges, allowing the LP-350 to become part of your room's decor. Yet in spite of its slim-line profile, the LP-350 is equipped to provide a robust and accurate piano performance, complete with a grand-touch action, all three pedals, and a powerful speaker system to deliver a rewarding piano experience. Includes power supply and manual.


Monday, April 23, 2012

Casio CTK-2100 61-Key Portable Keyboard Package with Headphones, Stand & Power Supply

Casio CTK-2100 61-Key Portable Keyboard Package with Headphones, Stand & Power Supply Review



Casio CTK-2100 61-Key Portable Keyboard Package with Headphones, Stand & Power Supply Feature

  • Easy-to-play keyboard 61-key portable keyboard with wide range of tones, rhythms and learning capabilities
  • Premium package includes professional closed-cup headphones, single x-braced stand, and World Tour brand power supply
  • 400 high-quality tones, 150 rhythms and auto accompaniments for Latin music
  • Voice Pad allows you to play sampled sounds; connect CD or MP3 player for practicing along with favorite songs
  • Powered by 6 AA batteries or included AC adapter
A great choice for both piano beginners and intermediates, the portable Casio CTK-2100 personal keyboard offers 61 piano-style touch keys and step-by-step lessons that help just about anyone learn to play. Offering a wide range of features and functions, the CTK-2100 keyboard includes 400 tones and 150 rhythms, sampling function, an audio-in jack that lets you play along with your favorite songs, USB port for connecting to a PC, and AHL audio technology for reproducing amazingly real grand piano and acoustic musical instrument sounds. It's powered by 6 AA batteries.

This Premium Package also comes with professional closed-cup headphones, single x-braced stand, and World Tour brand power supply.

Key Features

  • AHL sound source (Acoustic & Highly-compressed Large-waveform): All built-in tones, including piano and acoustic instrument tones, now sound better than ever before! 48-tone maximum polyphony provides plenty of margin to minimize the chance of notes being dropped when tones are layered and when playing with Auto Accompaniment.
  • Piano-style keyboard: An easy-to-play keyboard with an appearance resembling that of an acoustic piano.
  • Digital effects: Use effects to add reverb for more depth and breadth in your music.
  • Step Up Lesson: Pieces are divided into short, easy-to-master phrases making it easy for just about anyone to learn to play. After you master a phrase you advance to the next one. With this new lesson function, you keep building up your collection of mastered phrases and soon you are able to play the entire song.
  • Scoring system: Your lesson score appears on the display screen.
  • Voice fingering guide: If the keyboard senses you are having problems, it will help you by calling out finger numbers in a simulated human voice.
  • Metronome for lesson support
  • Sampling function: Sample a sound and you can play it on the keyboard! You can create sound effects for a party or other events, or use sounds to compose music (1 sound; 1-second sampling time). The potential for fun is virtually unlimited!
  • Audio-in jack: Connect a digital audio player, CD player, or other audio device and you can play along with music played through the keyboard's speakers.
  • Wide selection of tones (400 high-quality tones) supports play of songs from various genres.
  • 150 rhythms and auto accompaniments for Latin music and other styles from around the world. In addition to Bossa Nova, Samba, and other basic rhythms, you also get Cumbia, Reggaeton, Calypso, and more USB port for computer connection
  • General MIDI (GM Level 1) support allows connection with a computer or another GM-compatible device

Specifications

  • Keyboard: 61 standard-size keys
  • Key Light System: Up to 4 keys can be lit at the same time
  • Maximum Polyphony: 48 notes (24 for certain tones)
  • Effects: 10 types
  • Reverb: 1 to 10, Off
  • Metronome: beats per measure -- 0,2 to 6; tempo range -- 30 to 255
  • Step Up Lesson:
    • Lessons: 4 (Listen, Watch, Remember, Auto)
    • Lesson Part: L, R, LR
    • Functions: Repeat, Voice Fingering Guide, Note Guide.
  • Music Challenge: 20 notes
  • Auto Accompaniment: Rhythm Patterns -- 150; One Touch Presets -- 150
  • Musical Information Function: Tone, Rhythm, Song Bank, numbers and names; staff notation, fingering, pedal operation, tempo, measure and beat number, chord name, etc.
  • USB port: Yes
  • Sustain jack: Standard jack (sustain, sostenuto, soft, rhythm start/stop)
  • Phones/Output jack: Stereo standard jack
  • Output Impedance: 200 Ohm, Output Voltage: 4.8 V (RMS) MAX
  • Audio In jack: Stereo mini jack
  • Input Impedance: 40 kOhm, Input Sensitivity: 200 mV
  • Mic In jack: Standard jack
  • Batteries: 6 AA batteries


The 61-key Casio CTK-2100 portable keyboard makes it easy to learn to play the piano (see larger version of keyboard plus a detail of the keyboard controls.


Sunday, April 22, 2012

Casio PX830 Privia Digital Piano, Black

Casio PX830 Privia Digital Piano, Black Review



Casio PX830 Privia Digital Piano, Black Feature

  • New Linear Morphing AiF sound source with 16 tones
  • New 3-sensor hammer action
  • New 2 x 20 watt speaker system
  • USB terminal, Line out, Pitch Bend Wheel
The Casio PX830 BK Privia Digital Piano is focused on pure piano playing. That starts with the refined matt keys (ivory touch) with a pleasing playing action. The hammer and repeating action on the keys is just as luxurious as the 128-tone AiF sound source with Linear Morphing for dynamic sound behavior. The minimalist design provides a perfect counterpoint to the extraordinary wealth of sound. The “Black Polish” variant provides the PX-830 with an especially refined look.


Saturday, April 21, 2012

Yamaha YPG535 Portable Grand Piano Package

Yamaha YPG535 Portable Grand Piano Package Review



Yamaha YPG535 Portable Grand Piano Package Feature

  • Keyboard: 88-key box type (A1-C7) with Touch Response, Graded Soft TouchDisplay: Large backlit LCD (320 x 240 dots) displays notation, lyrics and chords with LCD Contrast controlYamaha Education Suite: Waiting, Your Tempo, Minus One, Chord DictionarySongs: 30 Preset Songs + 5 User Songs + 70 on CD-ROM Song Clear, Track Clear, Song Volume, Song RecordingSong control: REPEAT & LEARN, A-B REPEAT, PAUSE, REW, FF, START/STOPPerformance Assistant Technology: Chord, Chord/Free, Melody, Chord/MelodyMusi
The Yamaha YPG535 88 Key Portable Keyboard gives to the sound and feel of a grand piano in a portable package at an affordable price. The YPG535 offers a graded soft touch action that everyone from the beginner to the professional will love. The YPG535 also includes a stand along with a sustain pedal and power adapter. For the beginner, the built-in interactive lessons provide a user definable tempo that allow for learning at your pace. Yamaha YPG535 Features 88 piano-style keys with Graded Soft Touch 6-track sequencer allows you to record your own music USB & Flash ROM to download new Songs and Styles for playing 5 types preset Master EQ Interactive Lessons: Your Tempo mode helps you learn to play Backlit LCD, panel lights, pitch bend wheel Portable Grand Button: industry's best piano Yamaha XGlite/GM voices plus Sweet!, Cool!, Split & Dual voice Performance Assistant guarantees a rewarding music experience Music Database 267 keyboard setups by song title Optional BB1 keyboard bench. Click for more information.Piano Centric Features The Yamaha Portable Grand, YPG535 has an easy to use panel, a wealth of piano-centric features including 88 piano-style keys, Graded Soft Touch (GST) action with different levels of resistance, high resolution stereo piano sample and comes with an attractive matching stand, PA


Thursday, April 19, 2012

Yamaha P95S Digital Piano, Silver

Yamaha P95S Digital Piano, Silver Review



Yamaha P95S Digital Piano, Silver Feature

  • 88-note, GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) weighted-action keyboard w/ matte black key tops
  • 64-note polyphony
  • 10 Voices including Grand Piano, EP, Jazz Organ, Choir and Strings
  • Front panel Voice select buttons featuring Dual mode
  • 50 built-in piano songs (standard repertoire)
The P-95 gives musicians the dynamic, high-quality sound and natural piano touch response they expect from Yamaha, along with a high-quality built-in speaker system. All this packed into a slim, exceptionally affordable instrument that's always ready to play when you are. No compromises, just Yamaha quality.


Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Yamaha L85 Keyboard Stand (Black)

Yamaha L85 Keyboard Stand (Black) Review



Yamaha L85 Keyboard Stand (Black) Feature

  • Compatible with Yamaha P85/P95 digital piano
  • Furniture-style stand, Black
Black, wood, keyboard stand for P95


Monday, April 16, 2012

Roland FP-4F-BK 88-Key Digital Piano

Roland FP-4F-BK 88-Key Digital Piano Review



Roland FP-4F-BK 88-Key Digital Piano Feature

  • Supernatural Piano engine onboard with Ivory Feel-G keyboard with Escapement
  • Built-in stereo speaker system
  • Session Partner feature provides rhythm and accompaniment patterns
  • USB storage and audio-file playback capabilities
  • Compatible with DP-10 pedal (included) or RPU-3 triple pedal (optional)
Digital Piano. Superb Piano Quality that Travels Light. The new travel-friendly FP-4F takes Roland's popular FP-4 piano concept and injects exciting new components into the top-selling design, most notably the acclaimed Supernatural Piano engine and a deluxe Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement. Thanks to its built-in, 12w x 2 stereo speaker system, the FP-4F can be used anywhere, instantly, with no extra cables or amplification necessary. It blends beautifully into any environment and requires minimal floor space, and it's available in classic black and white finishes, with an optional RPU-3 triple-pedal unit and matching KSC-44 stand. From stage performance to home entertainment and enjoyment, the FP-4F represents Roland's ongoing commitment to advanced technology and musical creativity.


Sunday, April 15, 2012

Korg CA-40 Large Display Auto Chromatic Tuner

Korg CA-40 Large Display Auto Chromatic Tuner Review



Korg CA-40 Large Display Auto Chromatic Tuner Feature

  • A compact chromatic tuner, ideal for use with brass band or orchestra
  • Larger and more easily readable high-precision LCD needle-style meter
  • Wide detection range from A0 - C8
  • Calibration function that accommodates a variety of concert pitches
  • Sound Out function that lets you produce a reference tone from the internal speaker. The tuner will remember the pitch you select
With superior features like a large, easy-to-read, LCD needle-style display, the Korg CA-40 Chromatic Tuner is a highly functional digital tuner at a great value.

A highly functional digital tuner at a great value. Click to enlarge.

Large, easy-to-read, LCD needle-style display.

Built-in tuner for tuning to reference tones.

Wide Detection Range
With a wide range that covers A0 (27.50 Hz) - C8 (4186.01 Hz), you can tune a variety of instruments with the Korg CA-40, including wind, string, and keyboard instruments. The pitch and range are detected quickly and accurately. You can use the built-in high-sensitivity microphone to detect the pitch of an acoustic instrument without the need for any other equipment. Alternatively, you can use the separately sold CM-100 contact microphone to send the vibration of the instrument directly to the tuner, so that you can tune accurately without worrying about other sounds in the environment. An output jack (bypass) has been added to this digital tuner, making it easy to check the tuning even while you perform.

Conveniently Thin and Compact
The pocket-sized CA-40 features a refined design with a stand on the back that lets you place this digital tuner on any surface.

Large, High-Precision LCD Meter
The CA-40's display has been enlarged for even clearer visibility. In addition to providing both the accuracy of an LCD and the easy viewing of a needle-style meter, red and green LEDs are also provided to indicate pitch deviations, making tuning smooth and easy.

Sound Out Function
In addition to letting you tune visually using the meter, this digital tuner provides a Sound Out function that plays a reference tone through the internal speaker, allowing you to tune by ear. You can adjust the reference tone in semitone steps over a range of C4 through C5 (one octave) to accommodate a variety of instruments. Since the reference tone you specify is remembered, it's easy to sound it again whenever you need to.

Adjustable Calibration
The Calibration function of this hand held tuner lets you adjust the pitch in 1 Hz steps over a range of 410 - 480 Hz in order to accommodate a variety of concert pitches, giving you the flexibility to tune accurately to any song or key. There's also a memory backup function that preserves the Calibration setting and Sound Out settings even when you turn off the power.

Auto Power Off Function
The power of this digital tuner will turn off automatically if the unit is left powered-on for 20 minutes without performing any operation, avoiding unnecessary battery consumption.

Long Battery Life
The CA-40 is designed for long battery life, and allows approximately 85 hours of continuous use (continuous A4 input, Meter mode, zinc-carbon batteries).

Three Year Warranty
Korg digital tuners and metronomes purchased from a Korg USA authorized dealer now have a three year warranty.

What's in the Box
Korg CA-40 Tuner, Two AAA Batteries, Owner's Manual The Korg CA40 Chromatic Tuner is a great value - with superior features like a large, easy-to-see, LCD needle-style display! The pocket-sized CA-40 features a refined design with a stand on the back that lets you place the tuner on any surface. With a wide range that covers A0 (27.50 Hz) - C8 (4186.01Hz), you can tune a variety of instruments with the CA-40, including wind, string, and keyboard instruments. Dimensions: 3.94(W) x 2.64(D) x 0.67 inches (H) Weight: 0.19 lbs. (88 g) (Including batteries) Included Items: Two AAA batteries.


Saturday, April 14, 2012

Casio Privia PX-3S Digital Piano Keyboard

Casio Privia PX-3S Digital Piano Keyboard Review



Casio Privia PX-3S Digital Piano Keyboard Feature

  • Keyboard 88-key, 3-sensor scaled hammer action keyboard (mat finish)
  • Touch Response 3 sensitivity levels, Off
  • Type of Keyboard AIF (Linear Morphing)
  • Maximum Polyphony 128
  • Number of Tones 250
The new PX-3 features a new Ivory Touch, Tri-Sensor 88-note scaled hammer action keyboard. Casio's superior engineering has resulted in an authentic piano touch that captures every detail and nuance of your performance. This scaled hammer action provides the weight, feel and resistance of a piano without sacrificing the portability of the instrument.

This is the performance Privia keyboard we've all been waiting for. The PX-3 is a pro-level digital stage piano and controller - with all the sounds and MIDI capabilities a serious player needs for studio work and gigging. At an impossible 23.8 pounds, the PX-3 offers full-sound editing, must-have effects like a dial-in rotary speaker for B-3's, assignable MIDI controls, and pianos that sound and feel like a great acoustic grand and are a joy to play. All this at a significantly lower price than most comparable instruments.

The PX-3 was designed to be the heart of your live performance rig. Its controller features allow you to control two upper and two lower zones. Each zone can be one of the PX-3's sounds, control an external MIDI device or both simultaneously. The PX-3's internal tones can be customized to meet your needs with 64 insert effects, adjustable filters, envelopes and more. All of your changes can be stored and instantly recalled from the PX-3's 64 registration locations.

To complete the piano experience, the PX-3 features 128 notes of polyphony, enough horsepower to the most demanding musical passages and the ability to layer sounds and use the damper pedal without worry of dropped notes. In addition the PX-3 can connect effortlessly to your computer via USB without the need to install drivers.

Tones 16 piano tones, 12 electric piano 1 tones, 8 electric piano 2 tones, 8 clavitones / vibraphone tones, 18 organ tones, 20 strings/ensemble tones, 10 guitar/bass tones, 20 other (OTHERS) tones, 128 GM tones, 10 drum sets


Thursday, April 12, 2012

Yamaha L85S Digital Piano

Yamaha L85S Digital Piano Review



Yamaha L85S Digital Piano Feature

  • Matches P-95S
  • Attaches securely to instrument
Silver, wood keyboard stand for P95S


Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Yamaha ARIUS YDP-141 Digital Piano with Bench

Yamaha ARIUS YDP-141 Digital Piano with Bench Review



Yamaha ARIUS YDP-141 Digital Piano with Bench Feature

  • 88-key GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) weighted action keyboard
  • New Dynamic Stereo Sampling AWM piano with 64-note polyphony
  • 2-track recorder with Flash-ROM song storage
  • Polished silver-colored Damper, Soft and Sostenuto pedals
  • New dark rosewood and light cherry finishes
Perfect for beginning students and experienced players alike, the ARIUS / YDP series provides true piano sound and feel. The Graded Hammer Standard keyboard make it a true joy to play, both in practice and in performance. The 3-level AWM Dynamic Stereo Sampling Voices deliver remarkably authentic sound. Moreover, the damper pedal includes a half-damper effect, giving you nuanced expressive control over the sustained sound. All at an affordable price.


Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Korg TM-40 Large Display Digital Tuner and Metronome

Korg TM-40 Large Display Digital Tuner and Metronome Review



Korg TM-40 Large Display Digital Tuner and Metronome Feature

  • Scale: 12 note equal temperament
  • Detection Range*: C1 (32.70Hz) - C8 (4186.01Hz) for a sine wave
  • Reference Tone: C4 (261.63Hz) C5 (523.25Hz) One octave or A Bb
  • Tuning Modes: Meter mode (AUTO), Sound Out mode (MANUAL)
  • Calibration Range: A4 = 410Hz 480Hz
Offers both tuner and metronome functions simultaneously or independently. Its large LCD-type needle delivers both the accuracy of an LCD and the excellent visibility of a needle indicator. It also has LED indicators that show pitch deviation or blink to indicate the tempo, making the TM-40 a highly visual tool. Provides quick and accurate coverage of a wide spectrum of notes and pitches for wind, string, keyboard, and most other instruments Excellent Functionality and a Wide Detection Range With a detection range of C1 (32.70 Hz) - C8 (4186.01 Hz), the TM-40 provides quick and accurate coverage of a wide spectrum of notes and pitches for wind, string, keyboard and most other instruments. Even low-pitched instruments with complex overtone structures are detected with the precision you expect from Korg. A built-in high-sensitivity mic allows acoustic instruments such as guitar and ukulele to be tuned easily and accurately, and the separately sold CM-100 contact mic can be used to send the vibrations directly to the tuner for even greater precision. Sound Out! In addition to the visual tuning guide provided by the meter, you can use the TM-40_s built-in speaker to produce a tuning reference pitch (Sound Out).