Akai Pro MPK mini

Akai Pro MPK mini Review

Akai Pro MPK mini Feature

• Ultra-portable software MIDI controller
• 25-note, velocity-sensitive mini keyboard
• Eight backlit, velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads (2 banks, 16 total)
• Pads can send note information, MIDI CCs and program changes
• Eight assignable Q-Link knobs to adjust virtually any parameter

The Akai Pro MPK mini is an ultra-compact mini-keyboard with an impressive array of buttons, knobs and pads to provide "hands-on" performance and production control no matter your location. MPK mini strikes the perfect balance between portability and comprehensive software control by melding together the complete control offered in the popular Akai Pro MPK family with the grab-and-go convenience of the LPK25 and LPD8. With a 25-note keyboard, 8 back-lit, MPC-style pads and 8 Q-Link knobs, the MPK mini is the ultimate portable controller to get your music moving.The MPK mini keyboard is ideal for quickly entering notes and phrases into your computer. The velocity-sensitive keys allow you to accurately express dynamics, while accessing different pitch ranges is done instantly through dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons. Create sparkling, staccato leads and driving bass-lines in a variety of time denominations and patterns with MPK mini's built-in Arpeggiator. A Tap-Tempo button gives you the ability to quickly adjust the Arpeggiator clock which is essential if you're looking to stay in sync with a band. A Sustain button holds notes after releasing your hand from the keyboard allowing you the opportunity to easily pound pads and twist knobs, with no pedal required.

Yamaha PSR-E223 61-key Portable keyboard with 375 Voices

Yamaha PSR-E223 61-key Portable keyboard with 375 Voices Review

Yamaha PSR-E223 61-key Portable keyboard with 375 Voices Feature

• Portable Grand Button: industry's best piano
• Interactive Yamaha Education Suite features "Listen & Learn"
• Sound Effect Kit: includes cool sounds and grooves
• GM plus Yamaha XGlite compatible - connect a computer
• Real stereo with bass ports creates remarkable sound quality

The PSR-E223 features 375 natural sounding voices, including Stereo Grand Piano, 361 XGlite voices, 12 drum kits and a sound effect kit. The PSR-E223 also has 100 accompaniment styles and 102 built-in songs. Use the Portable Grand button to instantly call up an authentic stereo grand piano sound. The instrument also has a rich Reverb effect that adds concert-hall ambience to any performance. The Yamaha Education Suite feature makes learning and practicing music more fun than ever before. Yamaha has carefully designed the PSR-E223 to make playing and learning music the way it should be fun and easy. Interactive Yamaha Education Suite helps you learn while the Portable Grand's remarkable sound allows your inner talent to shine!

Yamaha PSR E423 61 Key Portable Keyboard

Yamaha PSR E423 61 Key Portable Keyboard Review

Yamaha PSR E423 61 Key Portable Keyboard Feature

• Number of Keys: 61 Keyboard-style keys
• Number of Voices: 700 (183 Panel Voices + 462 XGlite Voices + 15 Drum/SFX Kits + 40 Arpeggio Voices)
• Nubmer of Polyphony: 32
• Playback: Preset Songs 30 (30 onboard, 70 CD-ROM)
• Power: Power Supply Adaptor (PA-130), or batteries (Six 'AA' size, LR6 or equivalent batteries)

Main FeaturesThe Yamaha PSR-E423 is a touch-responsive 61-key keyboard and has many of the Yamaha features that have set their keyboards apart from the competition. There are over 640 voices and 15 drum/SFX kits onboard. With 9 types of Reverb, 4 types of Chorus, and 5 types of Master EQ its easy to find the right effect to add some sparkle and sheen to your sounds. Auto-Accompaniment offers 174 preset styles encompassing a wide-range of genres, while focusing on some amazing new World styles such as Arabic, Indian, and Chinese. Yamahas popular Yamaha Education Suite provides you with the tools needed to learn how to play keyboards and its built right into the PSR-E423.Special FeaturesAmong the unique features of the PSR-E423 is its focus on synthesizer sounds and synth controllers such as Arpeggio and dedicated real-time control of your synth-based performances and sounds. The arpeggiator boasts some tantalizing features that make music making fun and inspirational. Features like Hold Mode, Allocated Key-range, along with 150 automatically generated patterns provide a wealth of creative, musical options to take your music to new pulsating heights. The SoundsMuch like the expressive sounds and control youd expect to find on a much higher priced professional synthesizer, Yamaha has outfitted the PSR-E423 with high quality Dynamic Voices. Each key is home to 2 different waveforms that change according to how hard you play the keyboard. This allows you to be creative and expressive throughout your performances. There are 700 varieties of dynamic voices encompassing a wide range of categories. RecordingA handy built-in 6-track recorder is onboard and ready to capture your creative inspiration quickly and easily. With a data capacity of approximately 10,000 notes and 5,500 chords, youll be able to piece together your original compositions in no time flat. You can save up to 5 songs to the internal memory, and there are 30 preset songs built-in for your listening plea...

Yamaha FC-5 Sustain Pedal for Portable Electronic Keyboards

Yamaha FC-5 Sustain Pedal for Portable Electronic Keyboards Review

Yamaha FC-5 Sustain Pedal for Portable Electronic Keyboards Feature

• 5 foot cable
• 1/4" TS plug
• Genuine Yamaha accessory

This handy sustain pedal/FS controller hooks up to any synthesizer, tone module, or drum machine with a .25-inch phone jack sustain-pedal input. Specific compatible Yamaha devices include the PSR-D1, PSR-195, PSR-225, PSR-225, PSR-240, PSR-248, PSR-270, PSR-330, PSR-340, PSR-530, PSR-540. Its five-foot cable affords ample placement options.

What's in the Box
Sustain pedal/FS controller and an instruction manual. For those electronic keyboards with an input jack labeled "SUSTAIN," the FC5 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 FC5 can also be utilized as an FS controller for synthesizers, tone modules and drum machines.

Casio Portable Keyboard Bench (Pbench)

Casio Portable Keyboard Bench (Pbench) Review

Casio Portable Keyboard Bench (Pbench) Feature

• Especially designed for use with all Casio CTK / LK / WK models of music keyboards
• Capable of holding up to 250 pounds
• P-Bench folds flat making it extremely portable for use anywhere and anytime
• Stylish black finish goes together with almost anything
• Padded black seat for hours of play

Folds Flat For Easy Portability Padded Black Seat Cushion For Comfort Holds Up To 250 Lbs

Casio CTK7000 61 Key Portable Keyboard

Casio CTK7000 61 Key Portable Keyboard Review

Casio CTK7000 61 Key Portable Keyboard Feature

• 800 world class tones including stereo pianos, vintage electric pianos, strings, drums and more
• 9 sliders extend your versatility and provide an impressive 50 drawbar organ tones
• Rotary speaker effects and percussion control are all instantly accessible
• 17-track sequencer, you can even edit and tweak your performances for professional sounding tracks
• 250 preset rhythms with full accompaniment are built-in

Casios 61-key CTK-7000 delivers an unprecedented level of power and music-making capabilities in a highly affordable workstation. Along with high-quality sounds and a 17-track sequencer, the CTK-7000 also has the ability to record audio. Even sounds from external instruments can be mixed and recorded. You can plug-in a microphone, guitar, bass, or other instruments, play along with instrument tracks within the CTK-7000, and save to SDHC storage cards. Plus with included Data Manager software, you can mix down to a stereo WAV file. The CTK-7000 also features large LCD display screens, nine physical sliders for mixing capabilities, and an organ drawbar mode. Multi-track Recorder Capabilities: The Song Sequencer provides 16 tracks plus one system track that supports recording of up to five songs and a total of approximately 30,000 notes. Each individual musical instrument part can be recorded to a different track for real multi-track recording capabilities. In addition to real-time recording of keyboard and Auto Accompaniment play, the Song Sequencer also supports punch-in and punch-out spot recording of specific parts of a song, and event-editing lets you edit recorded data note-by-note. A full selection of editing tools include event insert, event delete, event copy, quantize, a locator feature for selecting the range of notes to be edited, and more. A step-recording function also lets you input notes by specifying the length and pitch. Completed recordings can be converted to SMF (Standard MIDI File) format and stored to an SD memory card. 32-channel Mixer: Nine sliders, one for each channel, can be used for individual simultaneous adjustment of volume, pan, reverb send, and other parameters. Sound input from an external source via the MIC IN terminal and INST IN terminal can also be adjusted as desired. . Pattern Sequencer: Up to eight tracks (drum, percussion, bass, chord 1 through chord 5) can be edited to create original accompaniment patterns (Intro, Normal, No

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 Touch Response: 2 types, Off 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.

Guardian Cases CK-400-88 88-Key Portable Keyboard

Guardian Cases CK-400-88 88-Key Portable Keyboard Review

Guardian Cases CK-400-88 88-Key Portable Keyboard Feature

• 600 Denier DuraGuard Nylon
• 20mm Padding
• Shoulder Strap

Guardian keyboard bags feature 600 denier DuraGuard nylon exteriors and 20mm padding.

New 61 Keys Keyboard Full Size Electronic Piano

New 61 Keys Keyboard Full Size Electronic Piano Review

New 61 Keys Keyboard Full Size Electronic Piano Feature

• 61 Standard Piano Keys, 100 Rhythms 100 voices, 16 Volume Levels
• Teaching Type Keyboard, 8 Stereo Demo songs, 32 Tempo songs, A & B Guides
• 8 Panel Drum Presets, 8 Panel Drum Presets, LED Display, # 8 Rhythm Cord Volume Levels
• Single Chord Function, Finger Chord Function, Transposition Function
• Start / Stop with Sync, Fill in Function, Sustain and Vibrato, 1/4" Output Jack, Stereo RCA Output Jacks

This 61 keys keyboard is great to get started. It features: 61 Standard Piano Keys, 100 Rhythms 100 voices, 16 Volume Levels. Also includes 8 Stereo Demo songs, 32 Tempo songs and 8 Panel Drum Presets. Free Power Adapter Included This keyboard can be battery operated or plugged into a wall jack. It also can accept headphones.

Casio LK165 61-Lighted Key Personal Keyboard

Casio LK165 61-Lighted Key Personal Keyboard Review

Casio LK165 61-Lighted Key Personal Keyboard Feature

• Number of the key : 61keys
• Keyboard size: Piano type standard size keys
• Key Light System: Up to 4 keys can be lit at the same time
• Sound Source: AHL
• Maximum Polyphony: 48

A serious and highly affordable keyboard for beginning and amateur musicians.

Casio CTK6000 61 Key Touch Sensitive Portable Keyboard

Casio CTK6000 61 Key Touch Sensitive Portable Keyboard Review

Casio CTK6000 61 Key Touch Sensitive Portable Keyboard Feature

• Touch Response: 2 Sensitivity levels / Off
• Sound Source: Dual-element AHL
• Polyphony (max): 48
• Tones: 670
• User Tones: 10 tone editor

All you need to fully discover the musician deep inside you, the Casio CTK6000 offers an extensive collection of tools for practice, composition and performance. With a long list of features as well as exceptional tones and sound quality from the high-output 2-way bass reflex sound system. The CTK6000 will bring your musical ideas to life. 16 track song sequencer + 1 system track supports recording of up to 5 songs or approximately 30,000 notes. Choices of editing tools include event insert, copy and delete, quantize note locator and a step recording function. The mixer can be used in conjunction with instrument input feature. Rhythm Editor allows you to combine instrumental parts from multiple built-in rhythms, turn individual instrumental portions on or off and adjust volume, pan reverb and other parameters to create your own personal rhythms. The rhythm editor can store up to 10 original rhythms in memory for recall at any time. Also included are a wide range of built-in effects include 10 reverbs, 5 choruses and 100 DSP types. You can create your own DSP effects and store up to 100 unique styles. The CTK6000 can store 4 sets & 8 banks for a total of 32 set ups. The simplicity of the registration process makes it a great feature for live performances.

Gator GKPE-88D-TSA 88-Key Portable Keyboard Case

Gator GKPE-88D-TSA 88-Key Portable Keyboard Case Review

Gator GKPE-88D-TSA 88-Key Portable Keyboard Case Feature

• Extra Deep 7 inches for deep keyboards and midi controllers
• Unique wedge and block design for interior customizing
• 2 TSA locking latches with impact diversion dishes
• 200lb recessed in-line wheel weight capacity
• Two rubber gripped handles with 130lb weight capacity

New deeper version of the GKPE-88-TSA to accommodate keyboards like the Yamaha MOX8, as

Yamaha SKB2 Survival Kit for Portable Yamaha Keyboards

Yamaha SKB2 Survival Kit for Portable Yamaha Keyboards Review

Yamaha SKB2 Survival Kit for Portable Yamaha Keyboards Feature

• Includes Yamaha PA130 Power Adapter, Foot switch and stereo headphones
• Also comes with a 2-year Extended Warranty
• Contains hundreds of dollars of Rebate Coupons, a Survival Kit DVD and "Playing with Styles" DVD

Contains everything you need to make using your Yamaha portable keyboard that much more enjoyable: a power adaptor, a foot switch, headphones, and DVDs. Plus, you also receive a two-year extended warranty and over 0 of rebate coupons on great Yamaha instruments and accessories.

Yamaha SK 88B 0-Key Portable Keyboard

Yamaha SK 88B 0-Key Portable Keyboard Review

Yamaha SK 88B 0-Key Portable Keyboard Feature

• Includes a felt Grand Piano key cover and Stereo Headphones
• Also comes with a 2-year Extended Warranty (not applicable to the DGX640)
• Contains hundreds of dollars of Rebate Coupons, a full-length "Watch and Learn" DVD, a Survival Kit DVD and "Playing with Styles" DVD

Contains everything you need to make using your Yamaha portable keyboard that much more enjoyable: a felt Grand Piano key cover and stereo headphones along with three DVDs including a full-length "Watch and Learn" DVD. Plus, you also receive a two-year extended warranty and over 0 of rebate coupons on great Yamaha instruments and accessories.

NEW KEYBOARD PIANO STAND - DELUXE "X" TYPE - Portable

NEW KEYBOARD PIANO STAND - DELUXE "X" TYPE - Portable Review

NEW KEYBOARD PIANO STAND - DELUXE "X" TYPE - Portable Feature

• Double Support Legs!which Adjusts from 17" to 37" in height
• Deluxe X Type Keyboard stand can be used to securely display and hold your precious keys!
• 7 possible Adjustments

BRAND NEW - 16056: KS2 - DELUXE X-Type Heavy Duty "Double X Construction" Keyboard Stand

- DOUBLE SUPPORT LEGS!
- Adjusts from 17" to 37" in height
- Protective Rubberized End Caps
- 7 possible Adjustments
- Folds up for easy transportation
- Durable Welded Contructions holds up to 120 pounds!
includes: allen wrench needed for assembly

Deluxe X Type Keyboard stand can be used to securely display and hold your precious keys!

World Tour WTPA130 0-Key Portable Keyboard Adapter

World Tour WTPA130 0-Key Portable Keyboard Adapter Review

World Tour WTPA130 0-Key Portable Keyboard Adapter Feature

• Input: AC voltage 120V, 60 Hz
• Output: DC 12V 1.0A
• Weight: 0.29 lbs (130g)
• Cable length: 8 feet 4 inches (2.54 Meters)

The World Tour PA130 adapter replaces the PA3C and is environmentally friendly by reducing the power when the musical instrument is turned off, saving you money! It is also has a compact design so it easy to carry to any gig. So don't get caught losing that chart topping song you just wrote. Plug it in! The PA130 is designed to eliminate your constant need for fresh batteries by using efficient AC operation. CompatibilityRecommended for PSRE403, YPT400, EZ200 and EZAG. Also compatible with past models recommending PA3C and the following Silent Stringed Instruments: SV120, SVC50, SVC100, SVC200 and SVB100.