An electronic keyboard with a grand piano feel…
Casio is not particularly known as a choice brand for professional electronic keyboards but the advent of their high-end models such as the Casio PX830 in the Privia line is certainly calling for attention. It is a digital piano that can precisely replicate the warm and full acoustics of a grand piano. Of course, being electronic makes it far more light weight and its body is designed with a slick and modern appearance. It features an ivory touch scaled hammer-action keyboard with 88 weighted keys. It also has a sensor that is responsive to velocity or how hard the keys are hit. It has 16 pre-programmed tones and a built-in SD card reader so you can input your own tones and samples into the keyboard as well.
What sets the Casio PX830 apart is its innovative AiF Sound Source technology. AiF is the highest quality file format in which audio can be saved. It takes up much more storage space because audio quality is not lost in compression. Furthermore, it has a sequencer that can record 2 tracks per song with a capacity for 5,000 notes. This is a great tool for professional piano players and music producers. Its built-in metronome and 128-voice polyphony help create a first-class grand piano sound.
What makes the Casio range so popular is its price. Compared to all the other brands in the market, Casio gives the best value for your money. When you take a look at models from other brands with relatively the same features and functions, Casio comes out cheaper. This does not mean that quality is compromised. When Casio first started producing electronic keyboards in the early ‘80s, it was a new player in the industry. They were previously known for their calculators and watches. In fact, they are the ones who pioneered the quartz technology, so designing quality products is in their nature. The first models that they introduced did not have great sounds, but they were popular nonetheless especially for beginners because they were cheap. As they progressed, they stuck with that competitive edge but improved the quality of their keyboards tenfold.
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