Press release
CASIO UNVEILS PROFESSIONAL STAGE PIANO AT WINTER NAMM 2013
Privia Pro PX-5S features expanded AiR sound engine and advanced controller features
The newly developed Privia Pro PX-5S is a genuine stage piano, advanced MIDI controller and performance workstation packed with functions that set it apart from other digital pianos. Equipped with Casio's new proprietary sound source, "AiR" (Acoustic and intelligent Resonator), the PX-5S delivers acoustic piano sounds with unmatched realism and detail. The power of AiR is also applied to an all new set of authentic vintage electric piano sounds and clavinets that is paired by a powerful new effects engine giving the PX-5S an arsenal of both acoustic and electric piano sounds.
In addition the PX-5S features a large assortment of fully programmable sounds, including Hex Layer tones derived from the award winning XW-P1 synthesizer. Hex Layers can produce evocative synth sounds as well as complex acoustic and orchestral simulations.
The PX-5S is a stage piano like no other. In a remarkable 24 pound package it is also a four-zone performance controller, complete with 4 assignable knobs, 6 assignable sliders, 2 pedal inputs, pitch and modulation wheels. 4 independent and programmable arpeggiators allow the PX-5S to expand in to sonic territory by creating an array of animated textures. An 8 track phrase sequencer allows the performer to record sequences and riffs which can be triggered and transposed on the fly, allowing for unheard of performances by a single musician.
Casio's PX-5S even provides the ability to record a 44.1kHz .wav file directly to a USB thumb drive so that rehearsals, performances and moments of inspiration can be easily captured and shared.
The european market entry as well as the price are not fixed at this time.
Main Specifications
Keyboard |
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88 keys, Tri-sensor Scaled Hammer Action Keyboard II, |
Touch Sensitivity |
3 sensitivity levels, off |
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High Resolution Velocity |
16,256 Steps |
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Key Off Velocity |
Yes |
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Hammer Response |
Yes |
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Sound Source |
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Multi-dimensional Morphing AiR Sound Source*1 |
Maximum Polyphony |
256 |
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Melody Tones |
Acoustic Piano |
20 preset, 20 user |
Keyboard Instrument(including Electric Piano) |
30 preset, 20 user |
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Hex Layer |
50 preset, 50 user |
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Organ |
30 preset, 20 user |
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Strings / Brass |
70 preset, 20 user |
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Guitar / Bass |
40 preset, 20 user |
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Synth / Various |
80 preset, 50 user |
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Drum Sets |
20 preset, 20 user |
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System Effects |
String Resonance |
Yes |
Damper Resonance |
Yes |
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Delay |
Yes |
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Reverb |
4 types |
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Chorus |
4 types |
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Master Effects |
Master Equalizer |
4 bands |
Compressor |
Yes |
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DSP |
4 lines, 20 types |
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Stage Settings |
Memories |
100 user |
Zone |
4 (maximum) |
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Phrase |
Phrase |
1,000 |
Songs |
10 |
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Playback Mode |
One-time, loop |
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Memory Capacity |
One phrase up to 8 KB (approximately 1,600 notes); 1,000 phrases totaling a maximum of 1 MB |
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Other |
Overdubbing, Note-Quantize |
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Demonstration-only Songs |
4 songs |
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Audio Recording / Playback |
Max. 100 songs, approx. 25 min/song |
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Format |
44.1 kHz stereo WAV format |
SMF playback |
Yes |
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Mixer |
16 channel + 1 channel (external input) |
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Other |
Transpose |
±1 octaves (-12 semitones ~ 0 ~ +12 semitones) |
Octave Shift |
± 3 octaves |
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Tuning |
A4 = 415.5 - 440.0 - 465.9 Hz |
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Scale Function |
Temperaments: 17 preset |
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Stretch Tuning |
8 types |
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Arpeggios |
100 preset, 100 user |
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Operation Lock |
Yes |
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Controllers |
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4 knobs, 6 sliders, bender wheel, modulation wheel, 2 pedal jacks |
Envelope Response Pedal |
Yes |
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Full-dot LCD Display with Backlight |
Yes |
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MIDI |
16 multi-timbre received, GM level 1 standard |
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Connectivity |
AUDIO IN (Stereo Mini Jack) |
Yes |
PHONES (Stereo Standard Jack) |
2 |
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LINE OUT (Standard Jack) |
2 (L/MONO, R) |
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LINE IN (Standard Jack) |
2 (L/MONO, R) |
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USB Host Port |
Yes |
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USB Flash Drive Port |
Yes |
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MIDI |
MIDI In, MIDI Out/Thru |
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Pedal |
2 (Assignable) |
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Power Supply |
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2-way |
Batteries |
AA-size zinc-carbon batteries or alkaline batteries |
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Battery Life |
Approximately 3 hours |
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AC Adaptor |
12V 1.5A |
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Size |
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1,322 x 286 x 135 mm (not including protruding parts) |
With Optional Stand |
1,322 × 286 × 760 mm (without corner brackets) |
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Weight |
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11.1 kg (without optional stand, batteries) |
With Optional Stand |
21.1 kg (without batteries) |
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Included Accessories |
AC Adaptor, Pedal (SP-3) |
*1: Available only for Grand Piano and Electric Piano tones. AiR Sound Source is used for other tones.