The Casio CDP-100 88-note digital piano keyboard is the entry level model from Casio. Although introduction of an affordable digital piano, the CDP-100 is able to shine with some impressive features. This review will help you to discover their advantages and disadvantages and other important factors that need to know before you consider laying down some 'money on this piano.
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First there is a fairly realistic stereo piano sound, which is pretty impressive for the price.Subsequently, weighted hammer action, which the CDP-100 feels like a real piano does.
Along with the beautiful piano sound authentic and great action, the Casio CDP-100 is equipped with:
5 different sounds, including a grand piano and I have 2 stereo, electric piano, harpsichord and strings 32 voices of polyphony (which means you can have up to 32 entries) 8 digital effects including reverb and chorus of variations Layer and transpose function Speaker system onboard MIDI input / output (largeto use with your computer at home) Headphone and sustain pedal.
The CDP-100 digital piano has a sustain pedal - more on that later in the review.
The Good
The main feature of this digital piano is truly as realistic piano action. Because you can really feel like playing a real piano, you are really able to express themselves with greater finesse and sensitivity, the result is a far superior performance and sound.
Another where are theCDP-100 full marks, the issue of portability. With its sleek, compact design of this digital piano is very portable and can be performed easily. Together with the function of the headphones and pedal easy installation, you can definitely play the 100 when and where you want.
The headphones feature of the Casio CDP-100 is very suitable for beginners and advanced users, because the practice at any time, without another.
Accessibility is a big advantage in thisModel. No manufacturer comes close to providing the functionality and value, with the Casio CDP-100. In this way you can have virtually any authentic piano sound for only a few hundred dollars.
The Bad
Most users of the CDP-100 can not be satisfied with the quality of sound from the speakers. The sound seems a bit 'boring and sometimes masked the sound rather sharp and clear as one would expect. Using headphones is a way to solve this problemAudio problem on how to bypass the internal speaker at all.
Another potential problem is that the small output 1 / 8 inch headphone jack is a kind of disappointment - in fact he had to take a phone jack 1 / 4 inch for two reasons. You can:
Connect the output of professional mixers and amplifiers for live performance Use professional headphones
Of course, a model that is cheap for a reason: is made of cheap plastic. Therefore, this modelshould be treated with care when you're with them, as it is very sensitive and can be easily damaged when they performed in frequency. I recommend you buy a protective case piano, to avoid unnecessary damage.
Optional Accessories
Since the sustain pedal is not very useful, and is essentially an on / off switch - you really need a real sustain pedal. I recommend a couple of dollars and upgrade to something like the M-Audio SP-2 Sustain Pedal.
Another optionAccessories that you really want, the Casio Deluxe Keyboard Stand GSdx. This will ensure that your digital piano at the proper height, which is critical for convenient access to the keyboard for the position of the pianist.
My conclusion
Overall, the Casio CDP-100 88-key weighted hammer action digital piano is a great buy if you have a digital piano portable and convenient to carry around with you or just want to play at home. The piano is ideal forsomeone with a budget as a student or someone just learning how to play the piano only.
However, if you're really serious about owning a piano and can afford large, just a little 'more to spend, I wholeheartedly recommend the Casio Privia PX use or the Yamaha P-130-85, to give update. Plan Happy shopping!
