review of casio CDP 130/ 230 digital piano

Casio CDP 120 and CDP 130 review

 

UPDATE 07/2015
The new model, the Casio CDP 130 is avialable . This model replaces the CDP 120. The Casio CDP 130 has been upgraded with more instrument voices (10 instead of 5 in the CDP 120), a digital metronome (a handy feature), and a larger hall effect. The piano sound, keystroke and pedal use is identical in the two models. Read through Casio CDP 120 review to learn about the Casio CDP 130:

 
The Casio CDP 120 / CDP 130 piano put himself firmly in the list of top digital pianos. As successor of the CDP-100 piano that delivers a better overall package for about the same price as its predecessor. To be honest with you, readers and potential buyers, this piano is probably not appropriate for most buyers.

I came across this gem of a handset at while I was looking around at my local music store, and I was somewhat surprised at what I found here. The first thing I noticed was its sleek and simple design. The piano is completely black with a nice consistency over the entire length of the surface. The piano stands alone and has a keyboard-like structure, because he has no legs. So you know automatically that you are still some things extra to have to buy, such as a piano or a standard piano stool.


 
Specifications and features of the Casio CDP 120 / CDP 130


The piano itself is about 1.07 meters long, 28 centimeters wide and 13 centimeters high. Those are pretty nice size for those looking for an outstanding device that fits anywhere in your office, living room or bedroom. The only point that people might deter the weight. The piano weighs about 11 kilograms, which is not so bad, but if you plan to wear it regularly can be difficult. Many of my friends thought he weighed at least 16-18 kg or more.

There is a total of eight buttons across the device, so you know immediately that this piano you do not want to surprise with many bells and whistles or unnecessary functions. All you need is the volume control, on / off button, the demo / function button and the other buttons that show representing different. This is what many people find so charming to the piano, he suggests you satisfied without being unnecessarily complicated.

At the same time, this may also be the deciding factor that people are drifting away to some additional wish. The piano show has no less than 5: 1 & 2 grand piano, electric piano, harpsichord and strings. I was particularly blown away by the amazing quality of the sound you hear at every show, especially that of the 'Grand Piano' show. I would even dare say that for the price of the Casio CDP 120 piano can not find a better sounding piano tone.

 


If you here are still not satisfied with it, the piano also features a sleek USB port, which allows plug-and-play. The convenient plug-and-play feature allows you to automatically connect with any computer, the computer recognizes the piano without downloading drivers or installation wizards. The mini USB port allows you to connect to your iPad, allowing you to any external sound can be obtained.

The USB port is one of the four connectors on the back of the piano. When you get right to the back of the piano looks the USB port is the first from left to right then follow in sequence the damper, DC connection and a ¼ "headphone jack.


The ¼ "headphone jack might also cause a problem. It is a
Some new features which improved Casio CDP120 has been an extensive polyphony, transpose and touch features, keyboard channel, and local control functions. The 48-note polyphony is an upgrade compared to the 32-voice polyphony of the channel 100. The keyboard works with MIDI functions to transmit digital data to any computer that you connect. Local control allows you to mute the sound of the piano while the data uitwisselt.perfecte feature for pianists who want to experience an acoustic piano, but their children do not want to wake the neighbors upstairs or do not want to bother. For people who want to use the 120 to record the use of this connector may be difficult. He does not offer the best audio quality and advanced digital pianos as the Privia offer competitive multi ¼ "jacks.

 
Conclusion of the Casio CDP 120 / CDP 130 review

All in all, I was very pleased with everything the Casio CDP120 threw on the table as a digital piano. The simplicity and functionality of this piece of art makes this machine is a great buy for the beginner pianist. With a nice price tag somewhere between € 400- € 450 in the store, and perhaps even € 100 less if you can find somewhere a bargain, this Casio CDP 120 piano is a wonderful choice for anyone who is looking to the experience of an acoustic piano in his personal environment.

for a very advanced player however you should consider the PRIVIA CASIO range but were talking about after at least 8 exams later

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