Saturday, December 31, 2011

Yamaha PKBS1 Single Braced Adjustable X-Style Keyboard Stand

Yamaha PKBS1 Single Braced Adjustable X-Style Keyboard Stand Review



Yamaha PKBS1 Single Braced Adjustable X-Style Keyboard Stand Feature

  • Adjustable from 33.75" X 9.5" X 10" down to 23.75" X 26.75" X 10"
The quintessential "X-style" stand designed for beginners and hobbyists. A slim folding position provides traveling and storage convenience. Complete with a circular locking mechanism and quick change knob that adjusts to six different playing heights, this stand provides fundamental stability and portability at an incredibly affordable price.


Friday, December 30, 2011

Casio CTK4000 Portable Keyboard Pack with Stand, AC Adapter, Headphones, and Keyboard Starter Instructional Software

Casio CTK4000 Portable Keyboard Pack with Stand, AC Adapter, Headphones, and Keyboard Starter Instructional Software Review



Casio CTK4000 Portable Keyboard Pack with Stand, AC Adapter, Headphones, and Keyboard Starter Instructional Software Feature

  • 61 piano-style keys
  • Touch Response (2 sensitivity levels, off)
  • 48-note polyphony (maximum)
  • 570 high-quality tones including stereo grand piano tones
  • 180 rhythms including 74 ethnic rhythms and 20 patterns for piano play
The Casio CTK4000 Premium Software Package comes bundled with everything you need to get started. Included you will receive a pair of closed-cup headphones, X-style keyboard stand, power supply, and eMedia’s piano and keyboard starter instructional software.The Casio CTK4000 61 key portable keyboard is crammed with great sounds and music-making features, so it's great for beginning players, advanced players, and everyone in between! 570 sounds, 180 rhythms, and 152 songs/lessons keep the Casio CTK-4000 interesting, while a new sampling function makes it more fun to play with now more than ever. Pick a sound - up to 10 seconds - on your portable audio device, than play the sound as you press piano keys to spice up your playing. Built-in lessons, facilitated by the graphic screen, are great for beginners, and a USB port makes it easy to connect the Casio CTK-4000 to your computer.To further deepen the users learning experience, this package comes bundled with eMedia’s Piano and Keyboard Starter CD-ROM software which gives you everything you need to learn how to play. From basics such as hand position and note reading to time signatures, playing with both hands and much more! Learn from over 50 step-by-step lessons with full-motion video demonstrations. Piano teacher Irma Justicia has taught at the renowned Juilliard School of Music and is the featured instructor in these lessons. Learn from either the music notation or an animated keyboard. Songs include recorded audio, variable-speed MIDI and MIDI accompaniments. With the CTK4000’s USB connectivity, you can get specific feedback on playing mistakes.


Yamaha DD65 Digital Drum Pad

Yamaha DD65 Digital Drum Pad Review



Yamaha DD65 Digital Drum Pad Feature

  • Created for drummers of all ages and levels
  • AUX IN to play along with an MP3 player
  • USB MIDI
  • 32-note polyphony
  • 2 foot switches and a pair of drum sticks included
Yamaha takes compact digital drums to a new level with the release of the DD-65. Designed from a drummer's point of view, it features eight touch-sensitive pads, 2 drum pedals and AUX IN for playing along with your favorite MP3 player. Stereo drum samples 8 touch-sensitive pads plus 2 foot pedals (kick is touch sensitive) 254 voices + 25 drum phrases Flash ROM: Download songs from the Internet (works with lesson) MIDI In/Out and General MIDI (GM) compatible Stereo drum samples World Percussion Sounds Digital reverb and Master EQ 50 pre-programmed drum kits + 3 user-assignable kit Stereo speakers Recording capability up to 5 User songs in memory at one time Hand Percussion mode


Thursday, December 29, 2011

Yamaha FC4 Sustainpedal edler Klavierlook

Yamaha FC4 Sustainpedal edler Klavierlook Review



Yamaha FC4 Sustainpedal edler Klavierlook Feature

  • Kabellänge ca. 1,5 m
  • 6 foot cable
  • 1/4" TS plug
  • Genuine Yamaha accessory
For those electronic keyboards with an input jack labeled "SUSTAIN," the FC4 model is used in the same manner the sustain pedal on an acoustic piano is used. Designed to work and feel just like an acoustic piano's sustain pedal, its specially designed rubber bottom grips the floor and stays put while you play.

The FC4 can also be utilized as an FS controller for synthesizers, tone modules and drum machines.

The FC4 features a 6-foot cable and standard 1/4-inch plug. Works with any keyboard utilizing a sustain pedal with a 1/4" connector.

What's in the Box
FC4 Foot Pedal For those electronic keyboards with an input jack labeled "SUSTAIN," the FC4 is used in the same manner the sustain pedal on an acoustic piano is used. A specially designed rubber bottom grips the floor and stays put while you play. The FC4 can also be utilized as an FS controller for synthesizers, tone modules and drum machines.


Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Casio WK-200 76-Key Personal Keyboard with MP3/Audio Connection and 570 Tones

Casio WK-200 76-Key Personal Keyboard with MP3/Audio Connection and 570 Tones Review



Casio WK-200 76-Key Personal Keyboard with MP3/Audio Connection and 570 Tones Feature

  • Recorder for composing and play
  • Storage of keyboard setups for instant recall when you need them
  • One Touch Presets sets up the keyboard to match the currently selected rhythm
  • Auto Harmonize adds appropriate harmony notes to your melody automatically
  • Arpeggiator simplifies arpeggio play
The Casio WK-200 is an affordable instrument with a 76 Key Piano Style Touch Sensitive Keyboard, 570 total onboard Tones, 180 Rhythms and Reverb plus Chorus Digital Effects. Packed with great features such as Casio's famous Step-up Lesson System, audio inputs for a MP3 player, Mic input, 10 seconds of sampling and a USB port for MIDI. All this makes WK-200 more realistic and expressive than ever before at this price range.

A feature-packed portable keyboard that's perfect for learning. Click to enlarge.

76 touch-sensitive, standard-size keys.

Intuitive editing and controls.

Built-in stereo speakers.

Standard-Size Keys with Touch Response
The WK-200 features 76 standard-size keys and two sensitivity levels for a more piano-like experience, along with 48-note polyphony (24-note for certain tones).

570 Built-In Tones
Find just the right sound with 570 built-in tones, from strings to woodwinds and plenty more. You can layer two different tones (such as piano and strings) or split the keyboard down the middle for an ensemble approach.

Reverb and Chorus Effects
Select from ten different reverb and five different chorus effects to add depth and shimmer to your performance.

USB Port
For many musicians, the computer has become a music-making center. Connect the WK-200 to a computer using a USB cable and exchange MIDI data between the two devices. Send play data from the keyboard to music software running on your computer, or send MIDI data from your computer to the keyboard for playback.

Built-In Sampling
You can use the WK-200 to sample a sound from a portable audio player or other device, and then play the sound with keyboard keys. Sample up to ten seconds, and store up to five sampled sounds to keyboard memory.

152 Built-In Songs and Ten User Songs
The WK-200 comes with a bank of songs for your learning and enjoyment. You can also record your own performances, using up to six tracks of different instruments.

Step Up Lessons
To master a song, it is best to break it up into shorter parts (phrases), master the phrases, and then put everything together. The WK-200 features a "Step Up Lesson" feature that helps you to do just that. The built-in songs are pre-divided into phrases to help you master keyboard play. Step Up Lesson takes you through practice of the right hand part, left hand part, and both hand parts for each phrase of a song. Master all of the phrases and you master the song.

Music Challenge Keyboard Game
Music Challenge is a game that measures your reaction speed as you press keys in response to on-screen keyboard indicators and fingering guide indications.

Auto Accompaniment
With Auto Accompaniment, simply select an accompaniment pattern. Each time you play a chord with your left hand the appropriate accompaniment will play automatically. It's like having a personal backup group along with you wherever you go. The WK-200 features 180 built-in rhythms, and you you can also edit and save up to 10 of your own auto accompaniment patterns.

Auto Harmonize
Auto Harmonize automatically adds harmony to notes you play with your right hand, which adds rich depth to the melody of your performances. You can select from among 12 types of Auto Harmonize to suit the type of music you are playing.

Arpeggiator
The Arpeggiator makes it possible to play an arpeggio pattern automatically. There are 90 different arpeggio patterns from which to choose in order to match the music you are playing.

Transpose Function
An easy operation instantly changes the key of the keyboard.

Line-in and Mic Input
Play along with MP3 or CD players or other devices by plugging them into the stereo mini input jack, or plug a mic right in and sing along.

Battery or AC Power
Power the WK-200 with six D-sized batteries or purchase the AD-5MR adapter separately to power from your electrical outlets. Built-in speakers make the keyboard entirely portable.

An Auto Power Off feature turns off the device six minutes after the last key is touched, helping you save batteries.

What's in the Box
WK-200 Keyboard, Song Book, Safety Precautions, Appendix, Warranty

The Casio WK-200 keyboard is ideal for home/project studio use, open-mic performance, education/classroom applications, or simply for pure musical enjoyment. The WK-200 76 Key Musical Keyboard, with touch response, allows you to select up to 570 tones that include an array of sounds. A large LCD screen graphically shows you fingerings, keyboard keys to be pressed, and notes, making keyboard play more informative and enjoyable than ever before. Want to sound like you are playing in a large concert hall? Consider it done with the on-board Digital Effects which will add another dimension to your playing. This powerful instrument also features an on-board sequencer, for unmatched creative possibilities! You can now record up to 5 songs with 6 tracks each. Computer connectable via USB port, MIDI capable, and MP3/Audio connectivity. The WK-200 also features a new 10 second sampling feature, which will allow you to sample almost anything that you can think of!


Casio LK-230 Lighted Personal Keyboard, 61 Keys, with New Voice Pad Feature

Casio LK-230 Lighted Personal Keyboard, 61 Keys, with New Voice Pad Feature Review



Casio LK-230 Lighted Personal Keyboard, 61 Keys, with New Voice Pad Feature Feature

  • Enhanced high-quality basic functions
  • Powerful lesson functions
  • Incredible entertainment features
  • Designed to help you sound your best
  • Includes Microphone, Song Book and Music Stand
The epitome of music education and entertainment! The LK230 features one of the most helpful learning systems in Casio's own Step-Up music education system. Casio makes it easy to learn by breaking lessons down into small learning units that are then learned step by step; it also inspires musical creativity: The Voice Pad function makes it really simple to play back voice samples and other sounds and effects using the pads. And that's not all; the LK230 has plenty more to offer, including the AHL sound source boasting 48 notes, 150 rhythms, an extended automatic accompaniment feature with ON-bass chord and a large, easy-to-read display.


Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Yamaha PSR-E423 - 61-Key Portable Keyboard

Yamaha PSR-E423 - 61-Key Portable Keyboard Review



Yamaha PSR-E423 - 61-Key Portable Keyboard Feature

  • Two control knobs provide real-time control for filtering the main melody tone, and changing the tempo of the arpeggio just like an analog synthesizer
  • Arpeggio function which has been improved for smoother playability
  • Dynamic Voices usually found on high-end workstations, are now on the new PSR-E423
  • 4 times more flash memory has been added to the PSR-E423 so you can play along with your favorites transferred from a PC
  • Wider World Content and 174 Varieties of Styles with Auto-backing Mode
The Yamaha PSR-E423 portable keyboard offers several innovative features. This includes the basic features for learning to play, such as the Yamaha portable grand button (which instantly resets the keyboard to the finest onboard piano settings) and the Yamaha Education Suite buttons (which include built-in songs and 7 levels of lessons). In addition, the Yamaha PSR-E423 has features for when it's time to perform, such as synthesizer control knobs for realtime control of the filter, effects, sound envelope, and style tempo. The Yamaha keyboard's arpeggiator provides 150 different patterns and 40 arpeggio voices. Along with its black body, these easy-to-use, professional features set this 61-note keyboard apart from others in its class. Control knobs, arpeggiator, and pitch bend: Most of the features of the Yamaha PSR-E423 have been enhanced over its predecessor. 2 control knobs provide realtime control for filtering the main melody tone and changing the tempo of the arpeggio, just like an analog synthesizer. The Yamaha keyboard's pitch bend wheel brings voices like the sax and trumpet to life. Improved arpeggio function: Tap into instant inspiration with the arpeggio function, which has been improved for smoother playability. The Yamaha keyboard's hold mode and allocated key-range will free you up to play with both hands. It provides an expanded 150 patterns that automatically generate even more useful phrases that change depending on the notes and chords you play. A variety of new dynamic voices: Dynamic voices usually found on high-end workstations are now on the PSR-E423 61-note keyboard. There are 2 different waveforms that change depending on how hard you play the keyboard, allowing for more expression on voices, such as an overdriven or nylon guitar. High-quality voices, from acoustic instruments to electric sounds, have been expanded to 700 varieties. All of these voices sound even better through the bass-enhanced, 2-way speakers. Wider world content and 174 v


Yamaha YPG-235 76-Key Portable Grand Piano Premium Pack

Yamaha YPG-235 76-Key Portable Grand Piano Premium Pack Review



Yamaha YPG-235 76-Key Portable Grand Piano Premium Pack Feature

  • 76 piano-style keys with Graded Soft Touch (GST) action
  • Backlit LCD, panel lights, pitch bend wheel
  • 6-track sequencer allows you to record your own music
  • Portable Grand Button: industry's best piano
  • USB & Flash ROM to download new Songs and Styles for playing
The Yamaha YPG235 76 Key Portable Grand Piano delivers a piano-focused sound set that will propel your music to the next level. The YPG235 features 76 Graded Soft Touch action piano-style keys that are perfect for the beginner to the expert. A USB port is also included allowing you to download new Songs and Styles for playing. The interactive lesson feature lets you set your own tempo so you can progress at your own speed. Yamaha YPG235 Features 76 piano-style keys with Graded Soft Touch 6-track sequencer allows you to record your own music USB and 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 and Dual voice Performance Assistant guarantees a rewarding music experience Music Database 267 keyboard setups by song title Yamaha PA150 Power Supply (optional) Available as a package (YPG235KIT). AmericanMusical com is an authorized dealer of Yamaha products.


Monday, December 26, 2011

Casio LK-270 61 Key Personal Lighted Keyboard with MP3 Connection, USB Port, SD Card Slot, and 570 Tones

Casio LK-270 61 Key Personal Lighted Keyboard with MP3 Connection, USB Port, SD Card Slot, and 570 Tones Review



Casio LK-270 61 Key Personal Lighted Keyboard with MP3 Connection, USB Port, SD Card Slot, and 570 Tones Feature

  • 61 piano-style keys
  • Touch Response (2 sensitivity levels, off)
  • 48-note polyphony (maximum)
  • 570 high-quality tones including stereo grand piano tones
  • 180 rhythms including 74 ethnic rhythms and 20 patterns for piano play
The Casio LK-270 is an affordable instrument with a 61 Key Touch Sensitive, Lighted Keyboard with 570 total onboard Tones, 180 Rhythms and Digital Effects. Packed with great features such as Casio's famous Lighted Key Step-up Lesson System, audio inputs for a MP3 player, Mic Input, USB port for MIDI implementation. All this makes the LK-270 more fun and easier to learn to play music.

A full-featured portable with illuminated keys for learning. Click to enlarge.

Touch-Sensitive Lighted Keyboard
The LK-270 features 61 standard-size keys and two sensitivity levels for a more piano-like experience, along with 48-note polyphony (24-note for certain tones).

The "LK" in LK-270 stands for "Lighted Keyboard." Designed to provide a fun way to learn how to play music, the keys illuminate to show you what notes to play in lessons or built-in songs.

570 Built-In Tones
Find just the right sound with 570 built-in tones, from strings to woodwinds and plenty more. You can layer two different tones (such as piano and strings) or split the keyboard down the middle for an ensemble approach.

Reverb and Chorus Effects
Select from ten different reverb and five different chorus effects to add depth and shimmer to your performance.

Microphone and Karaoke Function
Have some fun using a microphone (sold separately) and the LK-270's Karaoke feature. The karaoke feature can be used with 52 of the built-in songs, and lowers the volume of the melody part so you can sing along, just like a karaoke machine.

SD Memory Card Support
The LK-270 supports SD Memory Cards up to 2 GB, so you can store sampled sounds, user rhythms, recorded songs, and more, without running out of memory.

USB Port
For many musicians, the computer has become a music-making center. Connect the LK-270 to a computer using a USB cable and exchange MIDI data between the two devices. Send play data from the keyboard to music software running on your computer, or send MIDI data from your computer to the keyboard for playback.

Intuitive editing and controls.

Internal speakers and battery-powering option for full portability.

Learn quickly with Casio's famous lighted-key "Step Up" lesson system.

Built-In Sampling
You can use the LK-270 to sample a sound from a portable audio player or other device, and then play the sound with keyboard keys. Sample up to ten seconds, and store up to five sampled sounds to keyboard memory.

You can also loop sampled sounds so they continue to play, or replace individual sounds on drum patches.

152 Built-In Songs and Ten User Songs
The LK-270 comes with a bank of songs for your learning and enjoyment, from classics like "Greensleeves" or "Auld Lang Syne" to holiday tunes like "Jingle Bells."

You can also record your own performances, using up to six tracks of different instruments.

Step Up Lessons
To master a song, it is best to break it up into shorter parts (phrases), master the phrases, and then put everything together. The LK-270 features a "Step Up Lesson" feature that helps you to do just that. The built-in songs are pre-divided into phrases to help you master keyboard play. Step Up Lesson takes you through practice of the right hand part, left hand part, and both hand parts for each phrase of a song. Master all of the phrases and you master the song.

Music Challenge Keyboard Game
Music Challenge is a game that measures your reaction speed as you press keys in response to on-screen keyboard indicators and fingering guide indications.

Auto Accompaniment
With Auto Accompaniment, simply select an accompaniment pattern. Each time you play a chord with your left hand the appropriate accompaniment will play automatically. It's like having a personal backup group along with you wherever you go.

Auto Harmonize
Auto Harmonize automatically adds harmony to notes you play with your right hand, which adds rich depth to the melody of your performances. You can select from among 12 types of Auto Harmonize to suit the type of music you are playing.

Arpeggiator
The Arpeggiator makes it possible to play an arpeggio pattern automatically. There are 90 different arpeggio patterns from which to choose in order to match the music you are playing.

Transpose Function
An easy operation instantly changes the key of the keyboard.

Audio Input
Play along with MP3 or CD players or other devices by plugging them into the stereo mini input jack.

Battery or AC Power
Power the LK-270 with six D-sized batteries or purchase the AD-5 AC adapter separately to power from your electrical outlets. Built-in speakers make the keyboard entirely portable.

An Auto Power Off feature turns off the device six minutes after the last key is touched, helping you save batteries.

What's in the Box
LK-270 Keyboard, Music Stand, Song Book, Safety Precautions, Appendix, Warranty.


Sunday, December 25, 2011

61 Key Electronic Music Keyboard Electronic Piano with Stand

61 Key Electronic Music Keyboard Electronic Piano with Stand Review



61 Key Electronic Music Keyboard Electronic Piano with Stand Feature

  • 61 Key Electronic Music Keyboard Electronic Piano With Stand
Our Electric Piano lets you get jamming right out of the box. Some of the features it includes are a built-in metronome and speakers, an LCD display and a built-in Recorder just to name a few. It also comes with a Lightweight and Adjustable (FREE) X-style stand and Music Notes Stand. What a wonderful gift for the holidays for the whole family or gatherings and entertaining friends!

ELECTRIC PIANO:

  • 61-Keys
  • LCD Display
  • 100 Timbres/100 Rhythms
  • 8 percussions/Keyboard Percussion
  • 10 Demonstration Songs
  • Tempo & Volume Control
  • Single Finger/ Fingered Chord/ Chord Timbre
  • Sync/Fill-in/Metronome
  • Rhythm Programming Function/Record & Playback
  • Sustain/Vibrato/Tune/Transpose
  • Keyboard Split Feature
  • One-Key/Follow/Ensemble
  • Speaker output (L/R)/Headphone Jack
  • Dimensions: 37.2" x 14.5" x 4"
  • Power Supply: DC 12V, 500mA (AC Adapter)

    (FREE) X KEYBOARD STAND:

  • X Style Keyboard Stand
  • 7 Position Quick Locks
  • Foldable and Adjustable
  • Universal Stand fits almost any keyboard
  • Adjusts from 12 to 38 in Height
  • 4 Protective Rubberized End Caps
  • 2 safety Rubber Straps prevent keyboard from falling
  • Fits 49, 61, 88-key and controllers Keyboards
  • Folds flat down for space saving and easy transportation.

    INCLUDES:

  • (1) Keyboard
  • (1) (FREE) Music Notes Stand
  • (1) (FREE) X Style Keyboard Stand
  • (1) Instruction Manual


  • Casio SA-76 44 Key Mini Keyboard, Orange

    Casio SA-76 44 Key Mini Keyboard, Orange Review



    Casio SA-76 44 Key Mini Keyboard, Orange Feature

    • 44 mini keys
    • 100 tones, 50 rhythms and 10 integrated songs provide variety
    • LSI sound source and 8-note polyphony ensure good sound quality
    • LC display helps with selecting different music options
    • Includes a striking change-over switch making it easy to switch between piano and organ modes
    Perfect for the beginner, the SA76 utilizes an easy-to-read LCD display that shows useful data including tone, rhythm, song number, metronome, tempo and the note being played. The intuitive design makes it easy to switch between Piano and Organ sounds with the press of a button. The 44 mini keys and 5 percussion pads allow younger hands to play comfortably while getting the most out of their introduction into keyboard playing. Casio SA76 Features 44 mini-sized keys and 5 percussion pads 100 sounds and 50 rhythm patterns Simple tone selection with PIANO, ORGAN tone button Easy-to-read LCD display Melody on/off lesson function Built-in grip for easy portability 10 Song Bank tunes with Melody on/off Powered by 6AA batteries or Power Supply (neither included) Includes Score Book Lesson Function A collection of functions provides more productive practice sessions. Part Cut mutes the left or right-hand part, and Melody On/Off mutes the melody part for play along with the accompaniment. Phrase Repeat repeats a particular phrase. 3-Step Lesson provides step-by-step guidance. Step Up Lesson for phrase-by-phrase practice of songs, guides you along the way to music proficiency. Step Up Lesson allows the player to practice songs phrase-by-phrase,with play advancing only after you masterthe current phrase. Phrase-by-phrase practice makes the task of learning a new song less daunting. With a Key Lighting Keyboard, keys light to guide you along the way, which makes mastering a song even easier!