Product Description

Stereo piano * Layer & Split * 120 rhythm patterns including 20 piano patterns * CASIO CHORD/Fingered Chrod auto-accompaniment system * 50 Song Bank Tunes Plus 50 Piano Bank Tunes * 50 songs with adjustable melody volume for sing-along. Front MIC Input Jack and Volume, Key Control * Advanced 3-Step Lesson System * Interactive Scoring with Voice/Display * Voice Fingering Guide * Practice Phrase Switch * SONG MEMORY function with 2 tracks/2songs * Musical Information System displays selections and status of Tone, Rhythm, Song, Volume, Melody Off and Tempo. * On-screen music staff and finger icons display melody notes of the built-in songs & chords played, and metronome icon indicates the beat. * MIDI IN/OUT jack; 16-channel multi-timbral (GM level 1 compatible) * Transpose and Tuning Control * Assignable Pedal jack (Sustain, Soft, Sostenuto, Rhythm Start/Stop) * 2 Built-in Speakers; 1/4" stereo lineout/headphone Jack * Operates on 6 AA batteries or optional AD-5 AC Adapter * CASIO Score Navigation System allows connection to Internet via MIDI-equipped PC. ... Read more

Features

• MIC input and volume control
• MIDI IN/OUT jack and sustain pedal jack
• 61 Full-size keys and 24-note polyphonic
• 246 tones including stereo piano, make you an instant orchestra
• 50 built-in songs that you can sing-along with using microphone input connection

Reviews (6)

You've got to be kidding me! No AC adapter!
Why on God's green earth in this digital age any company would ship an item like this without an AC adapter when they come standard with $10 items is beyond me, but sure enough, it doesn't include one. To top it off, it doesn't even tell you what kind to buy - it tells you to get some obscure coding that the guy at Radio Shack had never even heard of.

Outside of that, which really warrants a rating of 1 star, it is really really cool! My fiance loved it! Definitely a lot of value for the price. Looks like she'll have endless hours of fun with this thing, and it teaches you! Amazing! Lighted keys? Will the madness never end?

Great buy!!
This does exactly what it says it will do, has great sound, easy to set up and get started, lots of tones and other options.Overall great product but let me add a few things I wished were different.

More rhythms

Keyboard does not save last tone when you turn it off ( you may be able to do this but I have yet to figure it out)

Many of the songs included are lame

Casio includes a service where you can download more songs but they have like 50 songs there and it seems like a web site that they may have forgotten about since many of the "coming soon" dates are from 2000 and 2001.Also, you cant download the songs directly to your keyboard they remain on your PC.

If these features are not important to you then this is a great buy.

Great for Beginners
In my mid-30's I decided it was time to finally learn to play an instrument - and the Casio LK55 fit the bill (my husband requested I pick an instrument that could be used with headphones!).
The keyboard has realistic sounding instruments, and a pleasant piano sound. Keys are full sized, and the lcd display is very useful once you figure out what the general functions are.
It has a good range of built in songs that you can play along with - I found as a beginner that most were too complicated but I'm working on it.
I've actually found that I don't use the key lighting as much as expected. Don't expect this keyboard to 'teach' you how to play. You really need to purchase some good instructional materials and learn the old fashioned way (lots of practice!) but it is fun and gratifying to play along with the built in songs in-between regular practice. My only complaint is that if you want to learn a built in song using the key lighting - you can't learn both hands at the same time. You learn the right and left hands seperately - which I can understand as the lighting might be confusing otherwise, but it would be nice to have the option.
I'm extremely pleased with the keyboard, but it will take a while before I'm competent.
I highly recommend the book "Adult All-In-One Course: Lesson-Theory-Technic" by Willard A. Palmer. It's been extremely useful for learning the basics (such as How To Read Music!).

Pluses:
1. Portable (can use batteries or power)
2. Key lighting is great
3. Large selection of built in songs
4. Full size keys
5. Can connect to computer

Minuses:
1. Can't magically transform me into a concert pianist
2. Headphone jack is at the rear of the keyboard & is awkward to access
3. Can't learn both hands simultaneously

Great Product, but beginners will Need help to configure
This is actually a great beginner keyboard.The tutorial system is good, and the sounds are good.However, for beginners(like me), you will need some direction getting you PC to communicate the MIDI files to your keyboard.Unfortunately, the 800 number will support this product using the same manual in the box.If you write to Casio, it will take a week to two weeks to get the information I can provide you.So here it is for those who need it:
1.) The casio MIDI cables must be connected in opposite order, meaning the output-end of the cable goes into the input receiver of your keyboard.The input-end of the cable goes into the output receiver of your keyboard.Its counterintuitive, but this is the only way it will work.
2.) You must configure your sound-card by going into \'Control Panel'\'Sounds and Audio Devices'.Choose the 'Audio Devices' tab.You will find one of the boxes reads 'MIDI music playback'.Make the default device 'MPU-401' by choosing it from the drop-down menu.Hit 'Apply' then 'OK'.
3.) The MIDI software refered to as not supported in the user manual and by the 800 number is simply MS Media Player or Real 1 Player.Simply open an MIDI file with your keyboard onwith the keyboard set to GM mode 'on'.Some or all of the song will play through the keyboard speakers.The Navigation channel on the keyboard will allow you to pick-up different ranges the MIDI file is playing.

I hope someone finds this helpful.Once I got it up and running, I learned the tune from 'Cheers' in a matter of two hours with very limited exposure to piano playing.It is a very good investment for those who are musically inclined but do not want to go through paying for lessons!I highly recommend it now.

Very enjoyable keyboard
Decided to purchase a keyboard and it was between Yamaha and Casio.Although the Yamaha looked and played well, the Casio with it's lighted keys was the final selling point.

Overall experience has been outstanding, it is a very cool machine with nice features.The learning steps programmed into the machine are nice, you can follow along and learn as you go.I read music fairly well, so it's fun to watch the lighted keys, the LCD display, and the sheet music at the same time.

The learning program is nice as you can practice the song until you are satisfied with your progress.In addition, you can set the program to play on it's own and fill in background chords and extra notes that fit your style and interests, or have the program fill in the back ground chords while you play the score.I was surprised how fun that is, you can modify your music to fit your tastes and have fun with it, like having your own band.

Another feature that is nice is the built-in metronome.I always hated those things as a kid, but every built in song starts with a few drum beats at the correct timing, it is very useful.

For $... bucks, this machine can't be beat for fun and to help playing skills. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The Yamaha PSR170MS is a dream-come-true for piano students. It would be hard not to learn at least basic keyboard skills while using this model. The user-friendly LCD display shows permanent bass and treble clefs and has a small virtual keyboard. As a song played or we plunked at the keyboard, the notes were instantly displayed. At first we felt that this was a novelty feature, but as we moved into the lessons, we could see that it can be helpful to see the staff and notes.

While we were playing random chords to see what they looked like on the bass clef, we noticed that the keys are not sensitive to touch. We could bang on the keys like Jerry Lee Lewis or caress them like Yanni and the volume never changed. While this may throw an experienced keyboardist for a loop, it might be useful to the novice, who won't have to worry about volume control.

The PSR170MS is equipped with the Yamaha Education Suite feature. This feature walks you through seven lessons at your own pace. The lessons are a blur at first, but the fact that the keyboard will repeat them as many times as you want allows you to run them over and over again until you become comfortable. The lessons can be done using the 100 voices and styles that come on the PSR170MS. This was particularly enjoyable, as we would have been bored while practicing without a little variety. It comes with 100 prerecorded songs--some we never heard before, some we can't forget. You can play along with any of them anytime.

Yamaha lets you have fun away from the lessons and learning with the DJ Mode. The DJ Mode has groovy voice and music samples you can use to play along with a prerecorded funky dance riff or to create your own. If you're like us, it may take you a while to get back to the serious side of the keyboard. As a MIDI compatible keyboard, the PSR170MS can connect to a sequencer or computer via MIDI cables (sold separately), both of which can record musical performances from the keyboard and then play them back using the instrument voices on the PSR170MS. This feature is great for adding the keyboard to an ensemble and using it to lay down tracks while recording.

Overall, this keyboard impressed us most by how well designed it was for the music student. It comes with just enough functions for learning the basics and not so many that you get bogged down in menus. The keyboard isn't all about learning, though. We plugged it in right out of the box and had a toe-tapping good time. --Brian VandiverNote: The Yamaha PSR170MS includes a keyboard stand. Pros:

• Very portable
• 61 full-size piano keys
• MIDI capable
• Great for learning

• The keys are not touch-sensitive

Features

• Download songs off Internet to play on keyboard
• 100 authentic instrument voices with Advanced Wave Memory
• 61 Piano-sized Keys
• DJ button accesses special dance voices and songs
• Interactive Yamaha Education Suite and keyboard stand included

Reviews (6)

very good deal
I purchased this keyboard based on the other reviews on Amazon, and they were very accurate. The keyboard has very good tone, and the lesson feature is quite helpful.

Best price for value keyboard I found.
This keyboard was purchased as a gift for my fiancee.SHe's ecstatic over it;the sound is MUCH better than expected.The lesson feature helped her get back into playing after a 20-year break within a matter of days.The MIDI interface capability means she'll be able to compose on it when combined with a MIDI composition program, which means she won't outgrow it quickly.And at the price, it comes out less expensive than the competing, lower-quality brands WITHOUT the stand and adapter...which adds another forty bucks to the value of the package.Two weeks of comparison shopping led me here...this is the one for a beginning or hobby player.

A goood Beginning
this is a good way for anyone to get started with piano lessons.

Overall a great product
This Yamaha keyboard is great.It just comes with so many fun and helpful features.Its great for a beginner to learn basic piano skills.AND, it comes with a stand and adapter to save money.Overall, this is a great product

great stand
The stand is great, it works for all three of my keyboards! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Take your talents to another level or embark upon a lifetime of music making with Casio's LK-43 keyboard. Its 61 full-size keys cover five octaves and light when touched, making them especially fun for either learning or playing. The keyboard's Song Bank offers 100 inspiring tunes to help you along: turn the melodies on or off and cut parts to suit your interests and ability.

Instructional features include a three-step teaching system. Use any key to advance a melody. Then try playing along on the keys--the accompaniment will wait for you. Last, you can play the melody in time along with rhythmic accompaniment.

Enjoy up to 12-note polyphony (simultaneous sounding tones) for complicated chords and fingerings. You can choose from 100 different PCM (pulse-code-modulated) keyboard tones and 50 rhythm patterns with the Casio/fingered chord auto-accompaniment system. The Song Bank Controller consists of CD player-like controls--play/pause, stop, rewind, fast forward--to give you instant familiarity with it.

The keyboard's built-in 76 x 42 mm LCD shows the current tone, rhythm, song, volume, melody off status, and tempo, as well as fingering and the built-in voice fingering guide. Separate Right and Left buttons let you practice left-hand and right-hand parts independently.

Built-in stereo speakers let you listen in style, while a headphone jack affords private practice, which may be advisable when you're just starting out! (Headphones are not included.) When you're ready for it, you can take advantage of the keyboard's five-channel, multi-timbral MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) output and input to hook the unit up with other devices for more sophisticated performances and/or recordings.

You can run the keyboard off of an optional AC power adapter or six AA batteries (not supplied). You can also hook the unit up with a sustain pedal through a dedicated jack.

What's in the Box
Keyboard and a user's manual. ... Read more

Features

• 5-part multi-timbre MIDI in/out jacks
• 61 full-size keys with 12-note polyphony; keys light when played
• Includes 2 built-in speakers, headphone jack
• LCD window (7 6x 42 mm) shows current tone, rhythm, song, volume, tempo, other features
• 3-step teaching system walks you through performance basics with manual melody advancement and smart accompaniment

Reviews (2)

The Casio lk-43 keyboard is GREAT!!!!!!
This product is really good! it has light up keys and teaching facility. If you do anything wrong while playing a piece the keyboard tells you what you have done wrong. It has a wide range of songs that you can learn how to play from twinkle twinkle to fur ellis! It is a great keyboard! A must have! seriously if you r looking for a keyboard then this is the one to buy! also you can dowload more songs so you dont just have to listento and learn the 100 already downloaded songs. It has 61 light up keys 50 rythems 100 songs and much much more!!!!!!!!!!!!

My Casio Keyboard is DA' BOMB
I asked santa for a electric keyboard for Christmas this year. When I saw that he left me a Casio LK-43 electric keyboard it was way more than I expected.My grandma and I have been playing it all the time together.It is easy to learn because it has voice and lighted key instructions on it and it shows which fingers go on what keys making it easy for me to learn and sound like a pro. My keyboard also has 100 songs on it that helps me learn how to play it. My grandma liked my keyboard so much that my mom returned my grandmas gift and bought her a Casio LK-43 electric keyboard just like mine. Now we both have one just alike. My Casio electric keyboard is the best present I have ever gotten from Santa, it is the BOMB of keyboards.I must have been pretty good last year huh? I can't wait to tell my music teacher when I get back in school. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The Yamaha PSR170AD is a dream-come-true for piano students. It would be hard not to learn at least basic keyboard skills while using this model. The user-friendly LCD display shows permanent bass and treble clefs and has a small virtual keyboard. As a song played or we plunked at the keyboard, the notes were instantly displayed. At first we felt that this was a novelty feature, but as we moved into the lessons, we could see that it can be helpful to see the staff and notes.

While we were playing random chords to see what they looked like on the bass clef, we noticed that the keys are not sensitive to touch. We could bang on the keys like Jerry Lee Lewis or caress them like Yanni and the volume never changed. Though this may throw an experienced keyboardist for a loop, it might also be useful to the novice, who won't have to worry about volume control.

The PSR170AD is equipped with the Yamaha Education Suite feature. This feature walks you through seven lessons at your own pace. The lessons are a blur at first, but the fact that the keyboard will repeat them as many times as you want allows you to run them over and over again until you become comfortable. The lessons can be done using the 100 voices and styles that come on the PSR170AD. This was particularly enjoyable, as we would have been bored while practicing without a little variety. It comes with 100 prerecorded songs--some we never heard before, some we can't forget. You can play along with any of them anytime.

Yamaha lets you have fun away from the lessons and learning with the DJ Mode. The DJ Mode has groovy voice and music samples you can use to play along with a prerecorded funky dance riff or to create your own. If you're like us, it may take you a while to get back to the serious side of the keyboard. As a MIDI compatible keyboard, the PSR170AD can connect to a sequencer orcomputer via MIDI cables (sold separately), both of which can record musical performances from the keyboard and then play them back using the instrument voices on the PSR170AD. This is great for adding it to an ensemble and using the keyboard to lay down tracks while recording.

Overall, this keyboard impressed us most by how well designed it was for the music student. It comes with just enough functions for learning the basics and not so many that you get bogged down in menus. The keyboard isn't all about learning, though. We plugged it in right out of the box and had a toe-tapping good time. --Brian Vandiver

Pros:

• Very portable
• 61 full-size piano keys
• MIDI capable
• Great for learning

Cons:

• The keys are not touch-sensitive

Features

• 100 authentic instrument voices and styles encourages creativity
• Multifingering auto accompaniment
• 61 Piano-sized Keys
• DJ button accesses special dance voices and songs
• Interactive Yamaha Education Suite included for beginning musicians

Reviews (12)

AWESOME
THIS KEYBOARD ROCKS!!!!!!

WE have had this keyboard for 2 years and it is still as good as new!!!!!!!

good piano for beginner
arrived in less than a week w/ free shipping, was able to put a $50 certificate towards it so was a steal, never played a piano before, learned to play beethoven's 9th in less than a day, pretty easy to learn, could use better instructions teaching what all the chords are (esp if you are just starting out), takes good time learning w/ the electronic lessons, same volume of sound for whatever strength pressed of key could be annoying once you learn what you are doing, but for 50 bucks less & if you are a beginner that may not make a huge difference, all in all, good piano, i recommend it

no good, a ...
okay this keyboard does not give you the name of the songs your are playing and the eduation suite is [bad] b/c it doesn't teach you how to play your own songs. in fact you can't even learnto play the songs programed ithe computer b/c the keys go so incredibly fast.

Music Magic
I bought this Yamaha as a gift for our daughter-in-law's birthday.Had to try it out before I took it to her and it sounds as good as my big Yamaha Clavinova.(By the way, I bought the Clavinova in 87 and it's been faultless.)Our duaghter-in-law had been using a small keyboard, was speechless when she saw what we'd brought her!Another thing that amazed me was how quickly it arrived.Thanks for making the givers and the birthday both very happy.

oh yeah, get jiggy
Yo, let me just say that this keyboard is off the shelf, hee zee, chain, or whatever.I plugged it in right out the box and was instantly comfortable with this product.If you are new to the music world and want some lessons/foundation, then you will want to buy this one over much of the other keyboards available.It has a great learning program that even the most non-musically inclined individual will be able to benefit from.Also, there are tons of songs stored on the thing that you can learn to play.Good stuff, go buy one. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

With Yamaha's PSR240 portable electronic keyboard, you can channel your musical inspiration anywhere. Simply select any of the built-in music styles and soon you'll be on your way. The Yamaha PSR240 features an easy-to-read LCD display, 61 full-sized keys, two stereo speakers, the built-in Yamaha Education Suite programs, and a collection of functions that make it simple for anyone to learn to play music.

The Yamaha PSR240 gives you the choice of 100 voices, including that of a grand piano; 100 styles and rhythms; demo songs; special effects for harmony and echo; and more. You control the tempo, accompaniment volume, tuning, and everything else needed to make your music sound its best. ... Read more

Features

• 10-centimeter stereo speakers
• 100 demo songs
• Touch-sensitive MIDI keyboard
• 61 full-sized keys
• Hundreds of voices and rhythm styles

Reviews (10)

Best keyboard
This is the best keyboard for the price!Great for playing around with and learning piano.

good 4 beginners
my parents bought me this keyboard when i was 10 to practice on,, and now im 14 and playing advanced level, so its not much use to me anymore because i need more octaves.. but i learned to play on it, its the only keyboard i had and it,, . well anyway,, if you're a beginner and want something to practice on and dont have space 4 a real piano, this is the thing 4 u:) the only downside is that u have to buy batteries if u dont have the adaptor:(

Too Good For Children!
My friend has this keyboard that I love madly since I have been playing piano for four years.Even though I am only nine years old, I would reccomend this for children seven to twenty.This keyboard has everything that a professional keyboard in a studio would have.Since my father will be purchasing this product for Christmas, I know the keyboard and reccomend it for you!

The Best!
My father bought me this keyboard for Christmas which I love so badly!My friend had this keyboard and I loved it so, I got it and I reccomend it for you!

Not perfect, but decent
The keyboard is alright considering that in was very inexpensive compared to others.After a while, it does get sort of boring.I have had this keyboard for about a year, and you eventually get tired of hearing the same thing over and over.The only real feel of diversity you could get from this machinery is if you have a home music studio on your pc.Then, if you hook up your keyboard, you can add to the diversity of your music program.Considering the money spent, I would say that it is a very decent buy. ... Read more

Product Description

This Yamaha 76-key touch-sensitive keyboard has it all! Features large, two-way speakers with bass ports for a richer, fuller sound; 605 voices, including western and world instruments, fun sound effects such as car engines and drum kits; MIDI input and output; music database with over 200 song styles; sequencer that records up to 5 songs in 6 tracks; Yamaha Education Suite; multi-fingering auto accompaniment, two variations and 135 presets; large backlit LCD with icons and characters; headphone and sustain pedal jacks; and much more. Imported. ... Read more

Features

• Sequencer records up to 5 songs in 6 tracks
• PC button for easy connection to a PC
• 76-note, touch-sensitive keyboard
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) input and output
• Music database with over 200 song styles

Reviews (9)

another trick to raise the volume
I used another trick to raise the voice volume. Use the DUAL voice function, and set the dual voice be the same as the main voice. In this way, you DOUBLED the volume. Of course, the price is no more different dual voice.

Certainly good enough!
OK, I haven't tried the Casios that some rave about, but I do know this...the keyboard does offer an adequate volume level (particularly how I play).If you want more volume: 1-Try turning the touch response off. 2-Go into the function menu and turn the M.Volume control UP.I'm certain that the naysayers didn't read into the manual.I admit that there's not a ton of additional sound, but it's set at "104" from the factory and can go to "127" if you choose to.That's because Yamaha has given the unit some "play" so you can raise or lower the sound to match other built-in settings.Also when a "song" is playing there's extra sounds like bass, cymbal etc., so how much can you expectof 12watts, total?3-Go to radio shack, get the right adapter and plug it in to you stereo (or I've read about some adding inexpensive PC speakers for $30-$60).One or all of the above will do the trick.

It's got a great range of voices.The piano sounds great as well as others like guitar, church organ, etc.There's 600 to choose from.I advise the 202 model which will include a sustain pedal, AC power adapter, some 'phones and an extended warranty.

Good, but not enough to stand by itself
I've always been loyal to Yamaha keyboards, so when I decided to purchase a new (consumer-level) keyboard, I figured I'd continue to be loyal to the tradition. Well, after having dropped by the local Sam Ash music store, it seems like it's going to be the end of that tradition. As much as I continue to love the sounds that Yamaha offers in its keyboards, the power that this one delivers, along with the design it comes with (don't know... things are just oddly placed, in my opinion), made me drop my wish for another Yamaha, considering my budget max of $300 for a keyboard these holidays. Instead, I will be buying the Casio WK-3000 Professional Series 76 Key Digital Recording Studio Styled Keyboard, which came out in late 2003.

Good overall, a couple of disappointments
Good overall, a couple of disappointments

Overall the sound from this keyboard is good.I had to buy separate speakers (went for some decent quality computer speakers) because the built-in speakers were a little disappointment.

There is a good list of voices and songs, but its hard to find specifics in the list because they are not alphabetical, so every time I want to play a specific song or use a particular voice, I need to spin through all of the lists.

Haven't tried all the connectivity features (to a computer) but it seems relatively simple.

I returned it!
The DGX series do not allow the piano voice to be played loud enough; it can only be heard at slightly less than an average volume when volume dial is turned to "max."The problem is that I found myself playing harder to get the touch sensitivity to compensate.I had to decide whether to get an amplifier or speakers, or to return it.The positive reviews about this keyboard are all true.I only gave it three stars because of the volume problem.Every DGX model (200, 300, and 500) have low volume output for the grand piano voice. If you have speakers or an amplifier, than this keyboard is worth every penny.Beware that many other buyers have had the same complaint. ... Read more

Features

• Sequencer records up to 5 songs in 6 tracks
• Yamaha music tutor with lessons for beginners
• 61-Key, Touch-sensitive Keyboard
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) input and output
• Music database with over 200 song styles

Reviews (1)

Nice keyboard for its price
I bought this keyboard because I wanted to learn how to play the piano. The touch feels more like an electric plaything, rather than a real piano, but for the price it is fine. There is a built-in feature that helps you to learn how to play. First, you choose from a fairly extensive songlist. The first mode allows you to hit any key, but with the proper rhythm. The second modes allow you to practice one hand at a time. The nice thing about this, is that the keyboard will play the other hand for you, so you can still play the piece. Although this is fun, I don't think it's the best way to learn how to play. I bought some adult piano learning books and am plugging away at it. Overall, I'm happy with the keyboard and it will serve me well for learning piano basics. Someday I may upgrade, but I have to prove to my wife that I am serious about playing! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Yamaha's EZ30AD portable keyboard is geared for the beginning musician. It's easy to use, powerful, inexpensive, and educational. With 600 different sounds, 100 accompaniment styles, 200 songs, a built-in sequencer, and guided piano lessons, the EZ30AD comes loaded with as many features as a new car.

The 600 sounds range from pianos to clarinets to drums to special effects. The EZ30AD is a General MIDI compatible keyboard, which means that when it's connected to a computer--via the MIDI ports using MIDI cables (sold separately)--the EZ30AD will correctly play General MIDI files (a standard of most MIDI files in educational software and of those available on the Internet).

Add an accompaniment to the sound that you are already playing, and you immediately have a whole band at you fingertips. The EZ30AD can supply drums, bass, chords, and other instruments, freeing you to be the star musician of the group. The sequencer allows you to record your song. It works very much like a multitrack cassette recorder. You can first record one instrument--a bass, for instance. Then add another instrument, such as a guitar, while you're listening to your first track. If the guitar track is not quite right, then you can record it again without changing the bass part. The sequencer is a great tool; however, you can only save up to five songs on the keyboard.

The 200 songs are fun to listen to, but the EZ30AD also wants you to learn how to play them. There are three lesson types on the EZ30AD: timing, waiting, and minus one. All lessons can be done with left hand alone, right hand alone, or both hands together. In the timing lesson, the song plays and the student presses any note in the proper time. In the waiting lesson, the EZ30AD holds theaccompaniment until the student plays the correct notes. In the minus one lesson, the student plays the proper notes in the correct time. An evaluation function gives a grade for each lesson.

Colored lights above the keys and a staff display will help the student identify the correct keys. A dictionary function shows the student chord types on the keyboard and on the display staff. All these educational activities are very entertaining, and by doing them, the student will pick up rudimentary skills that may help in the further study of music.

The keys on the EZ30AD feel a little flimsy, so try not to play them too hard. The keys are also touch sensitive, which means that the harder you strike the key, the louder it will sound. Touch-sensitivity allows for greater control over how your music sounds.

The EZ30AD is lightweight, yet it has speakers built in, so you don't have to get an amplifier. A built-in headphone jack lets you keep your musical mistakes to yourself. It is hard to find many downsides with the EZ30AD.

If you become more serious about music, you will probably want more keys than the 61 on the EZ30AD, and you will want more sounds. (You can never have enough sounds!) If you really want to use the built-in sequencer, you'll find the five-song memory limiting. A keyboard like the href="/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00004YAHG/${0}">Yamaha PSR-340 has a sequencer and the ability to store songs on a floppy disk.

The EZ30AD is a great quality keyboard for the price. The variety of sounds, the ability to record songs, and the educational lessons make the EZ30AD a worthwhile package. --Chris Fresolone

Pros:

• Easy to use
• 609 sounds
• Built in sequencer
• Educational activities and dictionary helpful to beginning musicians
• General MIDI compatible
• Touch-sensitive keys
• Lightweight yet sturdy

Cons:

• Limited memory for user songs (5)
• Keys are a little flimsy

Features

• 608 instrument voices and 32-note polyphony
• Two-way stereo speakers with bass ports
• 61 piano-sized, touch-sensitive keys with guide lights
• 100 built-in songs to learn
• Interactive Yamaha Education Suite 3 with lessons for beginners

Reviews (3)

Makes it fun to learn!
I really like the Yamaha EZ30!It makes it fun to learn how to play the paino.I also bought a book to learn how to play.I started with the book first, slowly playing things like "Jingle Bells" and "Tom Dooley".

After a couple hours with the book, I was looking through the songs included on the EZ30.One of them was the Peanuts theme, which I've always wanted to learn.

I couldn't believe how easy it was to play with the help of Yamaha's YES3 technology.After only 15-30 minutes I was able to keep up a decent tempo and it sounded great with all the background music.

If you've ever dreamed of learning to play the paino like I did, order this product and start playing --you'll love it!

A Beginners Dream Come True!
The EZ30 is without a doubt the best keyboard choice whether
you're a beginner or an experienced player.Benefits for
the beginning player include the guidelights, which allow
you to play any of the programmed songs right out of the
box, which is highly gratifying; and the YES 3 system.

The YES 3 teaching system is the real deal. FINALLY a
sorely needed training tool - using both hands together.
YES 2 and most other keyboard brands teach right hand
and left hand parts, and leave it to the student to
put them together.That's horrendously frustrating.
This keyboard teaches right hand, left hand, and then
both hands together, which makes this teaching system
complete and very easy.

Other keyboards I tried prior to this purchases were the
PSR280 and the Casio Magic Light Keyboard.The Casio is
fun and easy, but the quality of the sounds (voices) are
not good.It sounds like squeezing a goat.The piano
voice is fine though, and the keyboard is fun, but not

for anyone with the need for seriously clean/true sounds.
The Casio also only teaches RH/LH, but not both together.

The PSR280 is a fine keyboard, but not for a beginner.
The tiny LCD display will not be of any help, unless you
enjoy being frustrated. The YES 2 system is difficult, and
again only teaches RH/LH, but not both together.
If you're an experienced player, you'll find the sound quality
to be superior, as the Yamaha can be depended on for that.

The EZ30 guidelights can be turned off easily, if you
don't need them or want them on.It is also Midi
compatible, which opens the world to you regarding
choices of songs you want to add.You will need to
purchase a cable and software seperately, but having
done so, ANY midi song can then be played on the EZ30
and will light up for you as well.What more can you
ask?It really has it all.

For the more experienced player, there are a large
variety of voices and options available to be able to
compose to your hearts delight, giving your creativity
free reign.It does have a build in mixer/recorder,
and other memory functions.

In short, this keyboard can be as easy as pie for a
beginner, or as sophisticated as the user needs it to be.
The sound quality is excellent.It comes with a music
book and the AC adapter.You simply can't go wrong with
this keyboard.

WOW! I can play!!!
Amazing keyboard from Yamaha. I have always wanted to play the piano and now with this, I just follow the lights and I'm actually playing the 100 demo songs. And I can download my favorite MIDI songs from the NET and the lights work with them 2. This keyboard also has 600+ other musical instrument voices to use and I'm now thinking of going out to a local lounge and make some extra $$$ on the weekends. LOL! And I just discovered the 6 track recording studio feature included in the keyboard so I can record my tunes. Excellent keyboard for a beginner like me and for someone that has played for years!!! ... Read more

Product Description

255 high quality tones plus 120 rhythms, including piano rhythm, that cover a wide range of musical genres. An advanced 3-Step Lesson System uses a simulated voice and monitor screen. Evaluation indicators keep you informed of your level play in real time. Control panel buttons are all designed and engineered for easy operation. Elegant silver colouring combined with an attractive design.100 1 touch pre-sets16 channel multi timbre MIDI61 Full key sizes KeyboardAutomatic accompanimentsBuilt in tunesSong MemoryPiano lesson system Touch response (on/off) ... Read more

Features

• 61 full-size keys
• 12-note polyphony
• 100 sounds
• 100 accompaniment rhythm patterns
• 100 songs with LH/RH on/off control

Reviews (1)

is touch sensitive
Although the higher-priced Casio wk-3000 has a good reputation, THIS keyboard (Casio CTK-593), I find is inferior to the Yamaha keyboard of the same price both in the sound and the way the notes resonate and the way the notes sound when played together or when you gradually move from one note to the other.I cannot find a sustain button onboard in case you don’t have a sustain pedal.And there’s no “portable grand” button like on the Yamaha.Instead, I have to manually push several buttons every time I turn it on to get the setting I want.However, when I was cleaning my Yamaha, I rubbed so hard (sideways) on the keys to clean them, 5 of them stopped working.So I will tolerate this Casio since it is touch sensitive and OK for learning.If I learn to play well however, I will upgrade to an 88 key weighted keyboard.I slightly prefer the touch of the keys of the Casio against the Yamaha because the Yamaha seemed to require a softer touch which made me feel totally odd on a real piano (once you‘re used to playing with a softer touch). ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

If you are looking to buy a first keyboard at a reasonable price, try the Yamaha PSR260AD on for size. It's uncomplicated and fun to play, and it might just help you develop music skills. The PSR260AD has 100 voices ranging from pianos to trumpets to drums. One hundred accompaniments, from twistto fusion, can be mixed with the voices. As a MIDI-compatible keyboard, the PSR260AD can connect to a sequencer or computer via MIDI cables (sold separately), both of which can record musical performances from thekeyboard and then play them back using the instrument voices on the PSR260AD.After a while, though, 100 voices will probably seem limiting to most users.

The PSR260AD is not a General MIDI keyboard, which means that if you connect it to a computer, General MIDI files (a standard of most MIDI files in educational software and of those available on the Internet) will not sound correct--the instrumentation will be wrong.

One feature on the PSR260AD that most people (especially children and teenagers) will enjoy is the DJ. Pressing the button shaped like a vinyl record resets the keyboard for playing special DJ songs and voices. There are orchestra hits, samples of real voices singing phrases such as "one more time" and "Get up!" and a variety of scratches. There is even a DJ game programmed into the keyboard that helps users develop rhythm skills. One hundred other songs of various styles are also included that are fun to play and are used in the three lessons offered by the PSR260AD.

The lessons can all be done with left hand alone, right hand alone, or both hands together. In the timing lesson, the song plays and the student presses any note in the proper time. During the waiting lesson, the PSR260AD holds theaccompaniment until the student plays the correct notes. And in the minus one lesson, the student plays the proper notes in the correct time. An evaluation function gives a grade for each lesson. A staff display and keyboard displayhelp the student identify the correct keys, while animated clapping hands help the student visualize the rhythm. A dictionary function shows the different chord types on the display staff. These educational activities are very entertaining, and by doing them, the student may pick up rudimentary skills that will help in the further study of music.

The PSR260AD is an easy keyboard to use, even for a small child. It is lightweight (11.7 lbs.) even though it has built-in speakers. The buttons are all colorful and clearly marked, and all of the accompaniments, voices, and song styles are printed right on the keyboard. Most of the functionality is so intuitive and simple, you may never need to take the manual out of the shrink-wrap!

The PSR260AD is a fun keyboard to play, but it is mostly a learning tool and creative toy. It will provide many hours of entertainment for younger users, and it may very well inspire them to study music. --Chris Fresolone

Pros:

• Easy to use
• Lightweight
• Lots of fun for younger users
• Clear, intuitive functionality
• Entertaining educational tools

• Only 100 voices
• Not General MIDI compatible

Features

• Interactive keyboard lessons for beginners
• DJ Mode with programmed game to improve rhythm
• 61-full sized keys
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) input and output
• 100 instrument voices and styles encourages creativity

Reviews (8)

Excelent decision!
Buying this keyboard is an excelent decision. I have one who uses my little son for practicing his keyboard lessons. Considering all the features this keyboard includes, I am sure he could continue using it during several years as his musical habilities increases. Additionally you should consider buying a keyboard stand.

Very happy
It took me months to pick out this keyboard and I am very happy with the choice.I have had other keyboards and actually gave them away because I was so unhappy with the sound quality...they just weren't "right".As hard as I would try to "get used to" them, it was impossible and actually had an irritating effect on me.This keyboard is wonderful - the sounds of the instruments are beautiful and correct.

If you are just learning, the lessons are great.The song book they send you is written for instruction also - with a little practice you will be on your way.

No built-in sequencer
Just a note after I received this keyboard from Amazon - despite what the Amazon page says, this keyboard does not have a built-in sequencer to record your own songs. For that you'll have to pay a bit extra and get the PSR280 61-Note keyboard.

Otherwise, the keyboards seems solid, the majority of the sounds are realistic and the speakers sound great.

This keyboard has more feature than you can count!
Well, what can I say this keyboard is awesome!Alright, I'll list a few.To start off with, I learned alot from this keyboard.In a little over a week, i learned how to play to music.In fact, after I finish quickly typing this review, I'm going to go upstairs and play it some more.A great thing about this is all the songs and voices.There are a tiny bit over 100 voices on this thing, and this includes guitar, harp, trombone, and a ton of other instruments you come across alot, and some that you don't hear often, such as strings, banjo, accordion,pipe organ, and some they just made up that plain sound gnarly.
There are many songs too, about 80; and like voices, this has some common songs, Amazing Grace, Home Sweet Home, Livin La Vida Loca, Yankee Doodle, Deck the halls, and some uncommon songs that are still cool, Dancing, The Cookoo, GreenSleeves, and others.
Something neat for begginers is the option to teach you songs, in fact it has 4 different ways for each hand, and 1 for both, which is like a final test.
There also is a dictionary, where you push keys, and it tells you the note's letter.
One of my favorite options is the DJ mode, where it has lots of record sratches, and "Oh, Yeah"s, and other stuff you might hear in rap/punk.
You can even have background sounds to help you play the style.To name a few, It can play pop, hard rock, 70s disco, and many, many more.
You also can play on a drum kit, with all the drum stuff, and more.
If you get a keyboard, get this one.It's radalicious.As I said before, those I said are only a FEW of the options. Yup, just a tiny fragment.

Nice Keyboard
The sound is much better than you would expect in a keyboard this price!100 instrument sounds and some of them need just a little imagination to tie them to the real world instrument, but they are fun and the piano sounds really are quite good.The touch-sensitive feature works very well and is a real plus.I thought this instrument would come with a sustain peddle, but it does not; you can order one for another 20$.As a starter, before spending big money on a real piano for my daughter who is taking piano lessons, it is a great deal, and the whole family has had fun with it.Don't count on the included music or lessons to be of much use, though, they are too difficult for a beginner.Fortunately, Amazon has about a zillion beginner piano books, so maybe you would want to order one with the keyboard if you are just starting out. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The Yamaha EZ-20 is a great starting place for budding musicians. It's a versatile tool for the beginning musician, offering a variety of musical sounds, songs, educational activities, and built-in accompaniments.

The EZ-20 is first a synthesizer. There are 100 different instrument sounds, from pianos to strings to guitars to drums. With a little imagination, the sounds are quite realistic. While 100 sounds seem like a lot, many peoplemay outgrow them and yearn for more. Since the EZ-20 is a MIDI keyboard, it can be connected to a computer via MIDI cables (sold separately), which can record musical performances from the keyboard and then play them back using the instrument voices on the EZ-20. However, the EZ-20 is not a General MIDI keyboard, which means that if you were to connect it to a computer, General MIDI files (a standard of most MIDI files in educational software and of those available on the Internet) will not sound correct (i.e., the instrumentation will be wrong).

The EZ-20 has 100 songs including classical tunes, world music, and holiday pieces. Certain sections of the songs can be repeated, and the tempo and accompaniment instruments can easily be changed. The EZ-20 uses thesesongs to teach the user musical skills through three lessons.

The lesson types installed on the EZ-20 are timing, waiting, and minus one. All lessons can be done with only the left hand, only the right hand, or both hands together. In the timing lesson, the song plays and the student pressesany note in proper time. In the waiting lesson, the EZ-20 holds the accompaniment until the student plays the correct notes. In the minus one lesson, the student plays the proper notes in the correct time.

An evaluation function gives a grade for each lesson. Colored lights above the keys as well as a staff display will help the student identify the correct keys. A dictionary function shows the student the different chord types on the keyboard and on the display staff. All these educational activities are very entertaining, and by doing them, the student will pick up some rudimentaryskills that may help in the further study of music.

One hundred accompaniment styles will bring out the budding improviser and composer. The EZ-20 plays a bass line, drums, and chords (chords are optional), while the user is free to create a melody.

To use the EZ-20 is exactly as the name implies, easy. Unpacking is easy: connect the adapter to the keyboard, plug in the adapter, turn the keyboard on, and play! There is plenty to experiment with before even opening up the manual. The EZ-20 is also a fun keyboard to use. With a whole band of instruments and accompaniments at a finger's touch, everyone will be surprised at how fast andhow effortlessly they can make music!

The EZ-20 has one other limitation: the keys are not touch sensitive. No matter how hard or how soft the user plays the keys, they all play at exactly the same volume. A dynamic change in volume can only be attained by raising and lowering the volume knob.

Overall, the EZ-20 is a good instrument for perhaps a young beginning musician. The limits of the sounds and lack of touch sensitivity keep the keyboard simple and extremely easy to use. If you're a bit more serious about playing the keyboard, investing a little more money can return many more features in amore powerful keyboard like Yamaha'sEZ-30AD or the PSR-340AD.--Chris Fresolone

Pros:

• Easy to use
• Lightweight yet sturdy
• Educational activities and dictionary helpful tobeginning musicians
• MIDI compatible for computer interface

Cons:

• Only 100 sounds
• Not General MIDI compatible
• Keys not touch sensitive

Features

• 100 instrument voices and 16-note polyphony
• Two-way stereo speakers with bass ports
• 61 piano-sized keys with guide lights
• 100 built-in songs to learn
• Interactive Yamaha Education Suite 3 included

Reviews (1)

Beginners Luck
As a beginner wanting to learn how to play the piano, the Yamaha EZ20AD Portable Keyboard had everything I could ask for. With lessons and Guide Lamps. The follow-along illuminated keys facilitated learning, and the Education Suite 3 provided virtual lessons using 100 built-in songs. I was able to start playing the first time I tried. I would highly recommend this product for anyone, whether you are a novice or an expert. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The DGX500AD is the top-of-the-line product in Yamaha's new Portable Grand series. This keyboard is very much like the DGX300AD, with almost all functions available on any other Yamaha keyboard, including the Yamaha Educational suite, 619 voices, and a built-in sequencer and built-in floppy drive. The DGX500AD is different from the DGX300AD in that it has 88 piano-size keys (the same number of keys you find on a real piano), and it comes with a sustain pedal and a keyboard stand. Also like the DGX300AD, the DGX500AD is incredibly easy to use despite its massive functionality--and while the DGX500AD is large in size, it weighs just enough to make it readily portable.

Depending on the preference of the user, the DGX500AD may have a few drawbacks. The keys on the DGX500AD are supposed to be "weighted," meaning that the keys will have the feel of real piano keys. However, I found very little, if any, weight at all to these keys. While the piano-size keys are much nicer to play than more inexpensive synthesizer keys, these keys still did not feel like real piano keys. The quality of the speakers was a bit disappointing as well; the speaker quality on the DGX500AD was better than the DGX300AD, but interestingly enough not as good as the DGX200AD. The sound on this keyboard was not very full and had a kind of tinny and weak quality to it.

Overall, the DGX500AD is a good keyboard for the price. If having all 88 keys is not as important to you, I would recommend going for the DGX300AD, with 76 keys, and if you do not need the built-in floppy drive, you may opt for the DGX200AD, also with 76 keys. --Chris Fresolone

Pros:

• Easy to use
• 88 piano-size keys
• Maximum functionality, including a built-in sequencer and floppy drive
• Includes sustain pedal and keyboard stand (no clearing off desks or tables to make room!)
• Easily connects with a computer or other MIDI device
• 619 voices
• Entertaining educational tools
• A nice-looking instrument, with wood trim

• The keys do not have much "weight" to them
• Manageable, but rather large
• Tinny, weak sound quality from the speakers

Features

• Sequencer records up to 5 songs in 6 tracks, 3.5-inch disk drive included
• Yamaha music tutor with lessons for beginners
• 88, touch-sensitive, piano-style keys
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) input and output
• Music database with over 200 song styles, 610 instrument sounds

Reviews (6)

New Pianist
The DGX-500 (purchased via a company on the internet and not via Amazon)was great for the first few months...( even though it never gave the "grand Piano loudness")..until the right bank of speakers began to exhibit 'fuzzy' sounds with each strike of any key .. no matter what voice is used.I've tried 'everything' I can think of to correct the situation, to no avail.I suppose the only alternative is to purchase external speakers?Would this rectify the problem?Please, if you have information to help, let me know.Presently, I'm heading to Radio Shack to talk to them about this and get their input.

Great Product
I bought this for my wife.This is most certainly a great product.I do agree however, that the keys are not as weighted as they should be. My wife mentioned that they feel as though they spring back unlike a standard piano.

Great Instrument!!
A terrific instrument, pound for pound, than any out there for sale. With 88 keys, educational software, many voices, etc. there's nothing better for the money plus you get Yamaha quality.

Great value
I was looking for something I could put in my little apartment and be able to move if and when I had to, and I could afford.My girlfriend/roommate was a music major, and thus very picky about the way an instrument feels and sounds.We had our musical choices narrowed down to this keyboard and a digital piano.After playing this instrument in the store, we decided that for the money, you just can't beat it.
This unit runs about half the price of a digital keyboard, and while I agree that the weighting of the keys is not very significant (hence 4 stars out of 5), the sound I think is outstanding.Not only the grand piano sound, but also a good percentage of the voices (out of 614, of course a few of them are subpar).
On top of all this, the lesson feature is wonderful.I don't know how to play piano or read music or anything, but the lesson feature teaches you how to play any of the 100 songs pre-programmed into the keyboard.I've only had it about 3 days, and I'm learning a lot faster than I would have thought.
So if you're looking for an extremely versatile instrument that won't break your bank, this is definitely for you.If you want something that plays just like a piano, then buy a piano.But I can't recommend this product enough.

Excellent keyboard with a few minor flaws
I had been looking for a piano for about 17 months when I ran across this model, purely by chance, at my local electronics store.I'd been rather frustrated trying to find a keyboard that approximated the look and feel of a real piano and had all 88 keys on it.A real piano for me was out of the question, since I live in an upstairs unit (no elevator) with a tight corner turn to get into the door, and neither me nor my wife could move something so large.

I tell you that you will not get a better deal anywhere than what this model has to offer.Not only does this model have all 88 keys, but the piano sound quality is absolutely outstanding.The rest of the voices...drums, winds, electronic piano, and rhythm sequences (plus hundreds more), all sound realistic enough to provide an excellent mix of sounds for recording.I have no trouble with the various other functions I discovered while playing with this keyboard...chord lessons, music dictionary, rhythm setting, or music database activation.This is an absolutely MARVELOUS keyboard for the price and is great whether you are a beginner just learning or an advanced synth player.

Now the reason it has 4 stars instead of 5.First, I must agree with the reviews I see here that the keys are not as weighted as they could be.Second, the main piano sound, although excellent, is just a bit too soft.I found I had to turn the volume up to 3/4 of max to hear a good semblance of a grand piano sound.This wouldn't be a problem, except the auto-accompaniment will drown out the piano melody if you turn it on, and adjusting the accompaniment volume is a minor pain because it reverts back to its default setting when you turn the unit off.Finally, the pedal included with this keyboard tends to go slightly awry at times because it is not like your typical piano pedal.When I tried to use it, my foot slipped off it occasionally...although that might be because I have a carpet and not a hard floor where the pedal is.

However, buying an extra speaker and a new piano pedal, both readily available from Yamaha, corrected both problems amazingly well.Once I added those, I had as close to a perfect instrument as you could ever hope to have.Now if only I could weight those keys somehow...

Overall, a unit I highly recommend and an excellent buy. ... Read more

Features

• 61 full-size keys illuminate as you play or guide you through the melody of 100 preprogrammed songs
• 12-note polyphony
• 100 PCM tones
• 100 rhythms
• Fingered chord auto accompaniment

Reviews (1)

Fun Even If You Already Know How to Play Keyboard!!!
I've been taking piano lessons for a few years, and I still love this toy. You can change the sound of the keyboard almost a hundred times. A few of them, like the piano and violin, sound the same, though. My favorite feature of this toy is the part where you can learn how to play a song. You can choose from songs you've probably heard of. There is a variety of songs, including Let It Be, If You're Happy and You Know it Clap Your Hands, and Moonlight Sonata. You simply choose a song, and the keys light up to show you which notes to press. The keys also light up when you press and note.

Overall, I think this toy is great. You can adjust the volume settings, so mom won't have to yell at you to keep it down. You should definitely buy (or save up to buy- it's expensive!) this keyboard. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

With 600 voices, 32 notes of polyphony, a 6-track sequencer, 3.5-inch disk drive, and stereo two-way sound system, the Yamaha PSR350AD is packed full of features for amateur musicians and beginners alike. It includes Yamaha's interactive Yamaha Education Suite with grading functions and a talking guide. You'll learn easily with 100 songs built in.

The PSR350AD contains a 3.5-inch disk drive for loading additional software and saving work. The disk drive allows you to write, arrange, and store songs, while recording at the touch of a button. If you enjoy downloading songs or MIDI files from the Internet, the PSR350AD will play back your files. In addition, the 6-track sequencer provides recording and editing capabilities for the budding rock star.

Stereo two-way speakers with bass ports provide a dynamic sound system. If you need to practice in privacy or you don't want to disturb your neighbors, a headphone jack lets you plug in your favorite pair. The PSR350AD also includes a sustain pedal jack, assignable to 11 functions.

The keyboard operates with an included Yamaha PA6 power adapter or six optional D-cell batteries. Yamaha provides a one-year limited warranty on parts and labor. ... Read more

Features

• Download songs off Internet to play on keyboard
• 608 authentic instrument voices with Advanced Wave Memory
• 61 piano-sized, touch-sensitive keys
• 3.5-inch floppy disk drive reads MIDI files
• Interactive Yamaha Education Suite included

Reviews (4)

psr-350
great quality sound. i love connecting it to my computer and sharing my midi files with my friends.

keyboard fun
I started keyboard lessons this past summer and this specific keyboard really makes beginners sound great! I am ordering a duplicate for my mother for her upcoming 80th birthday.

a great keyboard
Along with the PSR280 I have this one for home i love this one because it has a 3.5 floppy disk drive and because of the music database. I enjoy playing frank sinatra songs and many others. I sit for hours playing this keyboard and listen to the songs i sent to disk through the computer. I take the psr 350data disk to my aunt's or uncle's house and impress them. The great thing is that you don't have to bring the whole keyboard to someones house, only the disk. I also love all of the expanded voices, great accompanent styles and the sound. This keyboard is worth its price

a great keyboard
Along with the PSR280 I have this one for home i love this one because it has a 3.5 floppy disk drive and because of the music database. I enjoy playing frank sinatra songs and many others. I sit for hours playing this keyboard and listen to the songs i sent to disk through the computer. I take the psr 350data disk to my aunt's or uncle's house and impress them. The great thing is that you don't have to bring the whole keyboard to someones house, only the disk. I also love all of the expanded voices, great accompanent styles and the sound. This keyboard is worth its price ... Read more

Product Description

Just punch in the chord you want and this amazing handheld computer displays it! Features over 500 chords, including major, minor, dominant, augmented, and diminished; 48 scales; and alternatives/inversions for most chords. Transposes all scales and chords to any key. Displays 6th, 7th, and 9th chords at the touch of a button. ... Read more

Features

• Sequencer records up to 5 songs in 6 tracks, 3.5-inch disk drive included
• Yamaha music tutor with lessons for beginners
• 88, touch-sensitive, piano-style keys
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) input and output
• Music database with over 200 song styles, 610 instrument sounds

Amazon.com Product Description

The Casio CTK-571 portable keyboard features 61 full-size keys, 24-note polyphony, and 128 PCM tones, plus 9 drum-percussion kits. Built-in stereo speakers give you reasonable sound quality for most situations, and a headphone jack plus a stereo lineout (to attach to a home stereo) give you the volume options you need for late-night practice or big performances.

The CTK-571 includes a three-step teaching system. Just play any key to advance the melody notes, then play them--musical accompaniment will wait for you. Finally, play the melody in time along with complete rhythmic accompaniment.

Other features include song memory with two song locations, a sustain pedal jack, midi in/out jack, and a backlit LCD window. The LCD displays selections and status of tone, rhythm, song, volume, melody off, and tempo for complete control. The 100 rhythm patterns, 30 classical songs, and 20 popular songs complete the musical package.

The CTK-571 operates with an optional AD-5 AC adapter or D batteries. ... Read more

Reviews (1)

Great keyboard for beginners
I had been teaching myself to play the keyboard for about 3 years, and this keyboard really helped a lot. The 3 Step lessons are great and the touch-sensitivity has great projection. I would recommend this to everyone who wishes to learn. I wish it had at least one more octave on both ends, though. ... Read more

Product Description

Great starter keyboard! ... Read more

Features

• 37 keys
• NOT compatible with Yamaha sustain pedals.
• LCD display
• 10 demo songs

Amazon.com Product Description

Casio CT-K558 is the perfect keyboard introduction for the casual enthusiast or for those just starting out. It offers 61 full-size, touch-sensitive keys that cover a full five octaves. Touch-sensitive keys provide better finger control. The harder you strike the key, the louder the sound will be. The K558 also has 100 rhythm patterns, instrument tones, and accompaniment songs. All the auto accompaniment songs follow the Casio chord and fingered-chord systems, so you can generate background music at any skill-level.

The backlit LCD display ensures bright, optimal readability. You will easily see your tone, rhythm, song, volume, melody, and tempo selections via the easy-to-read LCD display. The display's onscreen music staff and finger icons show the notes and chords that you play. This Casio keyboard is compatible with most MIDI applications. ... Read more

Features

• 100 instrument tones
• Pitch bend wheel
• MIDI compatibility
• 61 full-size, touch-sensitive keys
• Backlit LCD display

Reviews (2)

WARNING about the picure
The picture displayed with the CASIO CTK 558 appears to be the more expensive WK1600.The CTKs are fine entry level keyboars with 66 keys.The WKs are a little more expensive and have a wider (72+ key) keyboard.Don't get fooled by the picture.

CTK-558 - great keyboard!
This is a wonderful keyboard with a great sound and ease-of-use. However, if I had to purchase it today, I'd go for either CTK-551 or Casio LK-30 learning system. I think the pitch bend wheel and touch response which are extras on CTK-558 may not be that important to beginners. However, the follow-me lightsystem in LK-30 might be worth it. ... Read more