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Casio Keyboard and Casio Piano Buying Guide – Provided by Music For All

This guide is written specifically to help you decide which Casio Piano or Casio Keyboard will be best suited for the person you are purchasing for.

Casio provides all of the elements that matter to you the consumer:

1) Value.  You want a competitively priced model that compares to and trumps other models in your price range.  Casio continually offers more for less.
2) Features.  When comes to features, Casio offers just the right amount that you need.  There are plenty of models which will allow you to grow with the unit, instead of outgrowing it quickly.
3) Support.  Casio USA is very responsive when it comes to any be offered on your unit.  Visit casio.com for more information.

Below we will be discussing the Casio 61 note keyboards and Casio 76 note keyboards are ‘spring’ key keyboards – ‘spring’ keys mean there is no weight.  The CTK2000, CTK3000, CTK4000, CTK5000, LK100, LK200, LK270, WK200, WK500, WK3800.  The easiest way to describe the attributes of each will be to let you know what each model has.

Casio 61 Note Keyboards:


Casio CTK-2000 Keyboard
The CTK-2000 makes music more fun. Features include a
The Casio CTK2000 makes music more fun. Features include a
collection of 400 high-quality tones, including stereo piano
sounds, 61 full size piano style keys and 150 rhythms. An
audio input jack allows you to connect a MP3 player so you
can play along or sample sounds from your favorite music.
A Step-Up Lesson System makes it easier and more fun than
ever to learn to play keyboard.

•    48 Note Polyphony
•    Sampling
•    400 Tones
•    150 Rhythms
•    110 Songs
•    MP3 / Ipod connection
•    LCD Display
•    Full Size Keys
•    Auto Accompaniment
•    USB Port
•    General MIDI
•    Transpose & Tuning Function
•    Step up Lesson system
•    World Music Library Book
•    10 Digital Effects
•    Metronome
•    Sustain pedal jack
•    Headphone/Output
                  
Casio CTK-3000 Piano Style Keyboard

The Casio CTK3000 makes music more fun. Features include a
collection of 400 high-quality tones, including stereo piano
sounds, 61 full size piano style keys and 150 rhythms. An
audio input jack allows you to connect a MP3 player so you
can play along or sample sounds from your favorite music. A
Step-Up Lesson System makes it easier and more fun than
ever to learn to play keyboard.
The CTK-3000 makes music more fun. Features include a

Includes all of the above CTK2000 features plus…

•    Touch Sensitive
•    61 Piano Style Keys (Full Size)
•    Pitch Bend Wheel
•    MI channel exclusive

Casio CTK-4000 Piano Style Keyboard

The Casio CTK4000 is an affordable instrument with a 61 Key
Piano Style Touch Sensitive Keyboard, 570 total onboard
Tones, 180 Rhythms and Reverb plus Chorus Digital Effects.
The CTK4000 is Packed with great features such as Casio’s famous Step-Up
Lesson System, audio inputs for a MP3 player and a USB
port for MIDI. All this makes CTK-4000 more realistic and
expressive than ever before at this price range.


Includes All of the above CTK-3000 features plus…


•    570 Tones
•    180 + 10 User Rhythms
•    61 Piano Style Keys (Full Size)
•    152 Songs with expansion
•    15 Digital Effects
•    5 song, 6 track recorder
•    Auto-Harmonize Function
•    Layer/Split Function LCD Display with backlight
•    10 sec sampling
•    Arpeggiator
•    Scale Functions
•    32 Registration Memory
•    Larger Speakers
•    Rhythm Editor
•    ** No Pitch Wheel**

Casio CTK-5000 Piano Style Keyboard

The Casio CTK5000 has everything you need to create and perform
music. Features include a collection of 670 high-quality tones,
including stereo piano sounds, 61 touch sensitive piano style
keys and 200 rhythms. An audio input jack allows you to connect
a MP3 player so you can play along or sample sounds from your
favorite music. Registration memory allows you to quickly recall
your favorite tone and rhythms in a live performance and USB
makes the CTK-5000 easy to integrate with your computer. The
CTK-5000 has everything you need to unlock your creativity.

Includes All of the above CTK-4000 features plus…

•    670 Tones
•    200 Rhythms
•    61 Touch Sensitive Piano Style Keys (Full Size)
•    SD Card slot - 2GB or less L/R  Line Out
•    Sustain pedal jack
•    Pitch Bend Wheel
•    Bass Reflex Speakers
•    Scale Function + Editor



Casio 61 Note Lighted Note Keyboards:


Casio LK-100 Lighted Key Keyboard

•    61 full size illuminated keys
•    12 note polyphony
•    100 Tones
•    50 Rhythms100 tunes
•    LCD display
•    Mic Jack
•    MIDI
•    Auto-accompaniment

Casio LK-220 Lighted Key Keyboard

All of the above LK100 features plus…

•    48 Note polyphony
•    400 Tones
•    150 Rhythms
•    100 tunes MP3/Ipod connection
•    USB Port

Casio LK-270 Lighted Key Keyboard

All of the above LK220 features plus…

•    48 note polyphony
•    570 tones
•    180 rhythms
•    152 tunes10 sec sampling
•    SD Card slot
•    5 song 6 track recording
•    Digital effects


Casio 76 Note Keyboards:


Casio WK-200 76 Note Keyboard


•    Full size piano style keys
•    48 note polyphony
•    Touch sensitive
•    570 tones
•    180 Rhythms - 10 Editable
•    Layer/Split Function
•    Auto Harmonize Feature
•    Arpeggiator
•    15 Digital Effects
•    10 sec. Sampling
•    Scale Function
•    Auto-Accompaniment
•    32 registration memory
•    Rhythm Editor152 songs with expansion
•    Step Up Lesson program
•    5 song, 6 track recording
•    Metronome
•    Transpose & Tuning Function
•    LCD with backlight
•    Sustain pedal jack
•    Phones/Output
•    MP3 / Ipod connection
•    Mic Jack in - can be used to sample
•    USB Port
•    General MIDI
•    World Music Library Book
•    ** The AD5 Adapter is NOT included by Casio with this model**


Casio WK-500 76 Note Keyboard

All of the above WK-200 features plus…

•    670 Tones
•    200 Rhythms - 10 Editable
•    SD slot - 2GB or less
•    Pitch Bend wheel Bass Reflex Speakers
•    L/R Line out
•    Scale Function + Editor
•    AD-12 power supply included by Casio

Casio WK-3800 76 Note Keyboard


All of the above WK-500 features plus…
•    32 Note polyphony
•    Gen Midi
•    894 Tones
•    182 Rhythms
•    Digital Effects Advanced ZPI chip
•    CD Rom/SD Card Slot 1GB Max
•    Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels
•    Line in/out
•    FDD
•    We include the AD-12 power supply with this model.

Casio Keyboards & Piano Accessories:

AD5 – This wall adapter is used for ALL CTK, LK Models (except CTK-5000) – You will need to purchase this adapter separately for ALL keyboards.

AD12 - This wall adapter is used for ALL WK, CTK-5000, Privia models – Please note that Casio includes this adapter will ALL 76/88 note models except CTK-5000.

P-Bench -This is a great, affordable bench that can be adjusted.  Adjustable benches are ideal if you need multiple height settings, depending on who is sitting at the keyboard or piano.  The height of the player’s elbows should be lower than the keys – especially with children to form proper playing posture.

R-Bench – This bench shares all of the attributes of the P-Bench in a light brown color.  The R-Bench matches the Casio WK8000 (which is now discontinued) perfectly.

CB7 Bench -  This very sturdy bench is ideal for an average height adult, as it is not adjustable.  It’s dark brown color closely matches the CS-65 stand as well as many of the Celviano Cabinet pianos.

GSDX Stand – This adjustable, foldable, affordable stand is great to fold up and put away when you are done playing.  The GSDX stand is ideal to played on hard surfaces (wood, concrete etc…) – we do not recommend this stand on carpet.

CS65 Stand – This wood grained, very sturdy stand is specifically made for the Casio PX110, PX310, PX120, PX320, PX200.  Ideally you’ll purchase the CS-65 stand if you wish to have a very stable stand - also ideal if used on carpet.  The CS-65 stand is compatible with the optional SP30R three pedal system.    

CS-410 Stand – This stand is made specifically for the Casio PX575 Piano.  The SP30R three pedal system is also compatible with the Casio CS410 stand.

Privia Case – The thick padded soft privia bag is specifically made for the PX110, PX310, PX120, PX320, PX200 – Ideal, compact and lightweight for safe storage at home and car travel.  Embossed with ‘Privia’ and complete with shoulder straps, makes your Privia Piano very easy to transport.

73/76 Case – This soft case/gig bag is made specifically for ANY 73/76 Note Casio Keyboard from the past or present.  With ‘Casio’ embossed on the outer pocket and thick padding, this affordable case is just what you need to protect your keyboard.

61 Case - This soft case/gig bag is made specifically for ANY 61 Note Casio Keyboard from the past or present.  With ‘Casio’ embossed on the outer pocket and thick padding, this affordable case is just what you need to protect your keyboard.

SP3R – We include this single sustain pedal, along with sheet music holder and AD12 wall adapter with ALL Privia Pianos we sell.  

SP30R – Available as an option meant to attach to the CS-65 Stand, provides an extended damper function in that it simulates a pedal which has been pressed down halfway. The other 2 pedals are "soft" and "sustanuto", the latter enabling you to play a chord, hold down the pedal and the notes with sustain in the original chord, not the notes played after. Works with PX110, PX310, PX120, PX320, PX200

 
Casio Privia Pianos:

A brief overview and history of the Casio Privia Piano:  Beginning in 2003, the Casio Privia series brought value and features to the consumer in a very attractive package.  Beginning with the PX-100, we finally saw a very sleek affordable basic digital piano for $499 street price.  Released in 2005, the PX-110 grew upon the ideas of the PX-100 offering more features and value.  In 2008, the PX-120 was released even with better value, features and size.  It should be noted interestingly enough, that Casio has not raised the price of this model once.  It was and is still in 2009 at $499 street price - Amazing in our current financial situation!  The PX-300 has a very similar story starting at $699 street price in 2003, evolving in to the PX-310 in 2005 and now the PX-320 in 2008.

Let's now compare and contrast the most popular line, the Casio Privia series.  In addition, we'll talk about why you'd want the accessories as well.

Casio PX120 -- Still at $499, the Casio PX120 is arguably the best digital piano on the market today.  This is an ideal model for a beginner (adult or child) that wants the feel of a real piano.  A few notes about this model:  If you need a basic piano with just enough tones and rhythms, the PX-120 is for you.  The Casio PX120 is the next triumph in the Casio Privia line of Pianos. 2009 marks Privia's 6 year anniversary. To the consumer, this means an outstanding piano has built a solid reputation throughout the music industry. At exactly 25 lbs., the Casio PX-120 is lightweight, fully portable and stylish. It includes the advanced AIF sound source providing 128 note polyphony as well as 88 weighted scaled hammer action keys. Other features include 11 tones, 60 built in tunes, 20 rhythms and digital effects.

•    88 Full Size Keys
•    Scaled Hammer Action
•    Triple Element AIF sound source
•    128 Note polyphony
•    Touch Sensitive – 3 levels, off
•    11 Tones
•    20 Rhythms
•    Layer/Split Function
•    9 Digital Effects + DSP
•    Auto-Accompaniment
•    60 songs with score book
•    Lesson Function
•    Duet Mode
•    Metronome
•    Recorder – 2 Track 1 Song
•    Transpose & Tuning Function
•    Pedal Jack
•    2 Headphone Outputs
•    MIDI In/out
•    2 x 8w Bass Reflex speakers
•    SP-3 Peal and AD12 included
•    Optional CS-65 Woodgrained Stand (at additional cost)
•    Optional SP-30R 3 Pedal Unit (at additional cost) – Attaches to CS-65 Stand

Casio PX320 -- Still at $699 the Casio PX320 takes the basic attributes The Casio PX320 is the more advanced Big Brother of the Casio PX-120. The Casio PX320 is also a lightweight and fully portable stage and studio digital piano weighing under 30lbs. It includes the advanced AIF sound source providing 128 note polyphony as well as 88 weighted scaled hammer action keys. Other features include over 200 tones including organ and drum, 60 built in tunes, 70 rhythms, digital effects and 1/4" outputs, to plug into external speakers or PA.  The Casio PX320 is ideal for stage and studio use. Along with the advanced AIF sound source providing 128 notes of polyphony where notes reverberate naturally without being cut off it also has 1/4" line outputs for connecting to a mixer or PA system. The 202 tones including organ and drum tones will make you ready for any music style. The 88 weighted and Graded keys provide the look and feel of an acoustic piano.

All of the above PX -120 features plus…

•    202 Tones + 2 Drum Sets
•    70 Rhythms
•    60 songs + 11 Expandable
•    Score Book
•    96 Registration Memory
•    Recorder – 2 Track 5 Song
•    SD Card Slot - 2GB Max
•    2 Pedal Jacks General MIDI  
•    MIDI In/Out Port
•    USB Port
•    L/R Line Inputs & Outputs
•    2 x 8w 2 way Bass Reflex speakers
•    MI channel exclusive
•    Optional CS-65 Woodgrained Stand (at additional cost)
•    Optional SP-30R 3 Pedal Unit (at additional cost) – Attaches to CS-65 Stand

Casio PX800 – With a street price of $899, the PX-800 is another brand new addition to the Privia Piano line. The Casio PX-800 is manufactured with the new revolutionary tri-element AIF sound source (Acoustic and Intelligent Filtering system).  The 128-note polyphony allows notes to reverberate naturally without being cut off during high-speed passages, (along with using pre-set rhythms that use polyphony) allowing a full, natural sound. The PX-800 carries a large 40 watt (20w per speaker) sound system to effectively produce the sound of a Grand Piano. A custom wood stand and 3-pedal unit (soft, sustenato, sustain) is included, giving the Casio PX800 a unique, elegant design and furniture-style appearance.

PX800 Functionality:  Its USB-MIDI functionality is great and extremely easy to use.  An inside tip:  Click Here for Casio USB Midi Driver – This is a free and open source Casio USB MIDI Interface driver to make the piano Mac compatible. USE THIS LINK: http://mac.softpedia.com/developer/Ferland-Francois-2524.html (Casio supports Windows only without any drivers).  Not only does this piano function as a great stand-alone musical instrument with a great set of features and realistic touch, but also it works as an excellent input device for Apple's Garage Band.

The speakers have a wonderful clean sound (although the sound comes from under the piano instead of the top). The keys are weighted and very touch-sensitive, allowing you to achieve the softest and loudest sounds as you play. The three pedals work just like the pedals on a normal piano, and although they are plastic they feel quite sturdy.

•    Triple element AIF sound source
•    128 Note Polyphony
•    Scaled hammer action
•    Touch Sensitive – 3 levels, off
•    162 Tones + 2 Drum Sets
•    Layer/Split Function
•    No Rhythms or Accompaniment
•    9 digital effects
•    60 songs + 12 Expandable
•    Score Book
•    Lesson Function
•    Metronome Recorder – 2 Track 5 Song
•    Transpose & Tuning Function
•    SD card slot – 1 GB Max
•    General MIDI
•    MIDI In/Out Ports
•    USB Port
•    L/R Line outputs
•    Stand & 3 pedal board included
•    Sliding key cover
•    Digital effects
•    2 x 20W- 2 way speakers with reversible baffle

The Casio PX120 & Casio PX320 share all of these features:

A) Weighted Keys.  We at Music For All feel weighted keys are essential for the absolute beginner, as they exactly resemble the keys on an acoustic upright piano, found in your church or a hotel lobby.  The keys are grafted to be heaviest on the far left and gradually get lighter as you go across the keys to the right.    If a piano does not have 'weighted keys' they are 'spring', which means all keys have no weight.  We feel a student should start playing a piano with weighted keys.

B) Compact Size.  At 52" long x 11" wide x 5.25" tall, the Casio PX-120 and PX-320 is very portable to store in your car, under a bed, in a closet or any other tight space for storage.  Be sure to get a Casio Privia Bag to protect and easily transport your investment!

C) Sound & Feel.   All Privia Pianos feature Touch Select - 3 Levels within any volume setting - (The volume responds to how hard the keys are hit).  The sound is crisp and clear, closely resembling the settings you choose. A spring-less hammer system that is similar to the one used by grand pianos provides a keyboard touch that is naturally firm. Lower notes play relatively heavier than higher notes, just like the keys on a grand piano. Everything about the Privia is designed and built to produce true concert grand piano sound and feel.



Casio Celviano AP Cabinet Pianos:

Casio AP-200 Cabinet Piano

88 Keys with Touch Response
(3 sensitivity levels, off)
128-note polyphony (maximam)
11 Tones Including two stereo-sampled grand piano tones
Layer/Split
Digital Effects:
Reverb (4 types), Chorus (4 types),
Brilliance, DSP (preset for some tones)
Metronome
Recorder: 2 tracks, 1 song, approximately 5,000 notes, real-time recording    
Key transpose
Tuning Control
Pedals: 3 (damper, soft, sostenuto)
Terminals: headphones x 2, MIDI IN/OUT
Speakers: 12cm x 2
(amplifier: 8W + 8W)
Size (W x D x H) : 1,395 x 432 x 838mm
Weight : 37.5kg
Comes with AC adaptor (AD-12), score book, and music stand
EAN code :  4971850361398

Casio AP-400 Cabinet Piano

88 Keys with Touch Response
(3 sensitivity levels, off)
128-note polyphony (maximum)
11 Tones Including two stereo-sampled grand piano tones
Layer/Split
Digital Effects:
Reverb (4 types), Chorus (4 types),
Brilliance, DSP (preset for some tones)
Metronome
Recorder: 2 tracks, 1 song, approximately 5,000 notes, real-time recording    
Key transpose
Tuning Control
Pedals: 3 (damper, soft, sostenuto)
Half-Pedal operation (damper)
Terminals: headphones x 2, MIDI IN/OUT
Speakers: 12cm x 2, 5cm x 2
(amplifier: 20W + 20W)
Size (W x D x H) : 1,395 x 427 x 838mm
Weight : 44.5kg
Comes with score book, and music stand, headphones hook

All of the above AP-200 features plus…
•    Step up cabinet design
•    Half damper capability    
•    2 x 20W- 2 way speakers