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Casio WK-110 Keyboard
Trying out Casio WK-110. Using the styles, fingered chord, piano and sax sounds. A friend is singing. You got an idea of what WK-110 sounds like.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Is the iPad Useful? - Just the Facts
I've always been somewhat of a gadget guy. I was an early adopter of the earliest video game systems (think Tank Battle, Atari, Colecovision) and home computers (remember the Vic 20, Commodore 64, Commodore Pet?). I even bought one of the early Casio calculator watches in the 1980s. Continuing the trend, I picked up a Casio electronic organizer in the early 1990s, followed by the original Palm PDA with stylus, and the first HP tablet PC in the mid 2000s. Dell's first tablet PC followed, then the iPhone, and now the iPad and iPad 2.
But, as much I'm a tech guy and an early adopter, I never bought a gadget because it was "cool." I am too pragmatic and always analyze the usefulness of a gadget before I buy. And like you, I'm too busy to play around with gadgets. I need a gadget that saves, not costs, me time and money.
So when the iPad was introduced, I did my usual research to evaluate the product's usefulness in my daily life. There is plenty written about the iPad's "cool" features, design, and potential, and a fair bit written on its technical shortcomings. But, not so much written about its actual usefulness in daily life. With many people now asking me "how do you like your iPad," I figure I would just write this article to help others determine if it is right for them - after all, it's not a cheap buy.
General Observations
VISUAL DESIGN
As with most Apple gadgets, the iPad is certainly a beautiful product to look at. Similar to the iPod and iPhone, it's like buying a piece of jewelry. The iPad 2 further improves on the original design.
FEEL
I find the iPad awkward to hold. This was a surprise to me since it looks so sleek. But, with its weight and rounded edges, it doesn't feel comfortable. And, the more I try to grab it, the more likely my thumb will activate the touch screen in undesirable ways. Adding an optional case helps. For the iPad 1 I have Apple's case, and it's functional but, personally, I don't like the look and feel of the material. The iPad 2 comes with the sleek new magnetic cover design - neat but it only covers the screen (which may be fine for some perhaps).
FEATURES
While I could write about the touchscreen, 3G, or its many other features, the features really only matter if you find the apps that you want to use. And, that's too personal a choice for me to lend an opinion here.
PRICE
The low price of technology today is amazing, so when evaluating the price of the iPad, I have to do so in comparison to other technologies. A somewhat-close comparison today (in terms of portability, anyway) is likely a netbook -- one of those mini notebook computers that have recently become popular. Netbooks are available for half the price of the iPad, making the iPad seem expensive for a device that in some ways doesn't do as much. Although, it could be argued that even though the iPad does less, what it does well, it does very well. So, it comes down to what you need the gadget for, and whether the iPad or a netbook better serves that need. Other new gadgets are entering the market, so there will be more options available.
What I like best about the iPad
INSTANT ON
Click a button and it's on. No waiting. As a side note, the MacBook Air has near instant - very convenient.
EASY TO USE
It's the easiest-to-use computer you will find, period. For people who don't need the full capabilities of a conventional computer, the iPad is a perfect solution. If you have ever taught someone how to use a computer, you know how difficult it can be for an inexperienced person to navigate a computer operating system. Not so with the iPad. The learning curve is refreshingly gentle. In my mind, this same simplicity is what drove the success of the iPhone, perhaps more so than its multi-touch display and other innovative features. (iTunes on the other hand is another story; more on that below.)
OPTIMIZED FOR TOUCH
The iPad is designed as a touch device, so the interface is made for finger interaction. Tablet computers that use conventional operating systems (like Windows 7) are clumsy to use by comparison. The onscreen keyboard is quite good as well (although, power users will likely still want to have the optional wireless keyboard).
CONVENIENT TO USE AND FUN
It's a great device to pick up and just start "doing." And, it's easy to share with others nearby. You will find yourself reading/watching/playing just for the heck of it. It's kind of fun.
LONG BATTERY LIFE
Compared to a conventional computer, the iPad gives you many more hours of use between charges.
INEXPENSIVE AND AMAZING SOFTWARE THAT IS EASY TO INSTALL
Most iPad apps sell for under and can be installed with a single click. And, there are many amazing apps that take full advantage of the tablet format.
Where the iPad falls short
HANDWRITING IS TERRIBLE
Although I have looked, I have yet to find a good handwriting app. And, I don't think I will because the iPad's capacitive touch screen only works with a stylus that has a blunt sponge-like head (designed to mimic the electrical touch of a finger). This makes handwriting awkward for anything other than a few short words at a time with very large letters. Conversely, my Dell tablet PC with Windows 7 and OneNote allows me to use a typical pen-like stylus quite comfortably. I was hoping the iPad could replace my paper notebook, but not a chance.
DRAWING IS AWKWARD
Similar to handwriting, drawing with an iPad lacks precision. I've seen impressive drawings created by talented people using the iPad. But, I suspect that you have to be a very talented and patient artist to find it useful for drawing.
LACK OF FLASH SUPPORT
If you really want the full Internet, you need Flash. Too many websites rely on it (and for more than just games or animated banners). Maybe things will be different in 5 years time, but today, the lack of Flash support means I have to forgo much of the Internet that I find most useful. Apple has publicly suggested that the iPad will never support Flash. It's an issue.
COPY AND PASTE IS CUMBERSOME
I frequently need to copy and paste text. While the iPad has this capability, it is slow and cumbersome to use, prompting me to jump frequently to my notebook computer to send an email or post a website comment.
NO CAMERA ON iPAD 1
Not having a camera limits the usefulness of the iPad 1 as a device to have around the home and on the go. Being able to capture impromptu photo moments is an important benefit of a mobile device. iPad 2 solves this problem with the addition of front and back cameras, similar to the iPhone 4.
FINGERPRINTS ARE EVERYWHERE
The display is nice, but when you shut it off it looks like you were finger painting on it. A small but annoying inconvenience common to most touch devices.
SHORT POWER CABLE
It's very short. (An extension is available as a separate purchase).
FINDING THE RIGHT APPS IS DIFFICULT
There are free apps and there are apps you must buy to try. It would be helpful if most apps were provided on a free trial basis, but it seems only a few apps are available this way. Luckily, most prices are quite low, so the risk of buying something that you don't like is manageable. Still, who wants to buy five cheap apps just to find the right one?
iTUNES IS REQUIRED
The iPad locks you into using iTunes to manage your music, photos, and other content. While having a single application to manage content has its benefits, it can be very inconvenient at times (and costly). And, you have to have a computer to use it and enable your iPad for the first time. Maybe it's just me, but I have always found the iTunes interface confusing and the program painfully slow, not to mention the frequent and annoyingly-large minor upgrades. iTunes is surprisingly one area where Apple's design sensibilities continue to fall short.
Final thoughts
The iPad is essentially a large iPod Touch or iPhone without the phone. Its larger size makes it more useful at home than smaller mobile devices. It is more convenient (and fun) than a notebook, netbook, or tablet computer, but falls short in important ways. While using the iPad, I have to frequently run to my computer to send an email, browse a website, watch a video, or do "real work." For those who do not need the capabilities of a full computer, it is a truly great option. For those who do not need the capabilities of a full computer, it is a truly great option. For those of you who do, it's a nice gadget to have around the house for sure (especially if you have kids), but you can live without it - for now.
Mathew Georghiou, Founder and CEO, MediaSpark Inc
MediaSpark applies the power of educational games, simulations, and social networks
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
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Casio WK-500 76-Key Personal Keyboard Package with Stand, Headphones and Power Supply
!±8± Casio WK-500 76-Key Personal Keyboard Package with Stand, Headphones and Power Supply
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The Casio WK500 Personal Keyboard is built with the use of Casio's new AHL sound technology! The AHL (Acoustic & Highly-compressed Large-waveform) technology boasts a realistic reproduction of tones from pianos to organs and more. With 48 notes of polyphony, these new keyboards ensure that all sounds played are heard, even when playing complex parts with the aid of on-board accompaniment. This keyboard also features piano-style keys for a more natural feel. Equipped with built-in sampling features, you can record any sound or musical phrases using the microphone (or audio input) jack and then play them back on the keyboard. Casio has taken great leaps in upgrading the Step Up Lesson function those just starting to learn. Young and growing musicians can learn to play songs phrase-by-phrase by listening to the progression, watching the LCD screen to see where to play and then repeating the simple parts on the keyboard this process will help any new player learn through memory by playing the song phrases with little assistance. Casio WK500 Features Digital Effects Real Time Recording On-Board Sampling Pitch bend wheel SD Card slot Backlit LCD display Phrase by Phrase lessons USB Port for PC Connectivity Line Out Also Includes songbook & score stand.
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Sunday, November 20, 2011
Yamaha YPT-220 61 Key Personal Keyboard with AC Adapter, Deluxe Keyboard Stand and Professional Headphones
!±8±Yamaha YPT-220 61 Key Personal Keyboard with AC Adapter, Deluxe Keyboard Stand and Professional Headphones
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A great choice for beginners on the go, the 61-key Yamaha YPT-220 personal keyboard features 375 natural sounding voices--including Yamaha's world-famous grand piano sound--and the Yamaha Education Suite of learning tools (with 102 built-in songs) that make piano practice fun. Other features include 361 professional sounding XGlite voices, 12 drum kit sounds, 100 accompaniment styles, and rich reverb effect that adds concert-hall ambience to any performance.
This Premium Package also comes with professional closed-cup headphones, single x-braced stand, and power supply.
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Key Features
- Voices & Styles: Total of 375 high-quality instrument voices (Stereo Grand Piano, 361 XGlite voices, 12 Drum Kits and Sound Effect Kit) and 100 accompaniment styles.
- Sound Effect Kit: Try out each key and enjoy the sound of a dog burking, running water, a creaking door and many other unique effects.
- Yamaha Education Suite (Y.E.S.) is an advanced set of helpful learning tools built into the instrument, letting you teach yourself how to play and perform. Y.E.S. helps you master a song with easy lesson steps. Each lesson can be done in isolation with either your left hand or right hand, or both.
- Portable Grand Button: Playing piano is fast and easy with Yamaha's Portable Grand function. One dedicated button brings up a great sounding piano, stunningly rich and authentic in its sound and exceptionally responsive to your playing touch, as well as setting up the keyboard to play as a piano.
- Reverb: Different reverb types let you add rich, concert-hall ambience to your performance.
Specifications
- Number of keys: 61 (organ style)
- Number of voices: Stereo Grand Piano + 361 XGlite + 13 Drum/SFX/SE Kits
- Display: Custom LCD
- Tone generating technology: AWM Stereo Sampling
- Reverb: 9 types
- Number of preset styles: 100
- Number of preset songs: 102
- Amplifiers: 2.5W + 2.5W
- Dimensions: 37.2 x 4.6 x 13.7 inches (WxHxD)
- Weight: 9 pounds, 11 ounces
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Saturday, November 19, 2011
Casio Digital Keyboards Review
No doubt, you can never go wrong with Casio digital keyboards. However, there are several Casio models available in the market. If you are confused what type of Casio digital keyboard to purchase, this article will guide you with your choice. Whether your keyboard purchase is for home, studio, or stage use, this should provide you information before you make your purchase.
The good thing about Casio digital key keyboards is that most models are able to record and replay the music you made. When it comes to keyboard, Casio models usually have a full set of 88 keys. Also, the rhythms are so incredible that it allows you to play like pro. Moreover, almost all of Casio digital keyboards are able to produce sounds from harpsichord, vibes, strings, organ, and other electronic sounds.
CP-100 Casio Digital Keyboards
One of the highest rated brands of Casio keyboard, CP-100 has 88 keys with level-3 touch sensitivity and includes five tones. Its main feature is its rich sound quality that makes you perform like a pro. Surely, this is a best buy because it is only price for around 0. Casio digital keyboard is so portable that you can carry it around easily because it only weighs around 25 pounds. So whether you perform at your home, church, stage, or school, this keyboard will surely bring out the best in you.
Casio Privia PX - 120
With a sound like that of a grand piano, PX-120 model features great sound quality through its state of the art keyboard. Also at 25 pounds of weight, it is very light to carry around. Its upgraded model, the PX-130 looks sleeker with its slimmer size and portable weight. The great thing about this model is that it enables you to learn more songs with its Duet mode feature. This means that the sound from Casio CP-100 can be divided into two ranges which allow you to play with your partner simultaneously.
Best models
Casio is a trusted brand of delivering quality piano products since it was established in 1940. Privia models are known to be one of the best models found in the market.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Casio WK-200 76-Key Personal Keyboard Package with Stand, Headphones and Power Supply
!±8±Casio WK-200 76-Key Personal Keyboard Package with Stand, Headphones and Power Supply
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The Casio WK200 Personal Keyboard offers great tones, sampling, and lessons in one great keyboard! Casio is showing how much they can fit in to this keyboard while offering at a price that makes it impossible to turn down. The New AHL sound source (Acoustic & Highly-compressed Large-waveform) features all built-in tones, including piano and acoustic instrument tones, now sound better than ever before! 48-tone maximum polyphony provides plenty of margin to minimize the chance of notes being dropped when tones are layered and when playing with Auto Accompaniment. The Sampling function allows the user to sample a sound and then play it on the keyboard! You can create sound effects for a party or other events, or use sounds to compose music. Sample sound from an audio device plugged into the Audio In jack or from a microphone plugged into the microphone jack! The WK200’s touch response let's you add delicate nuances to notes by varying how much pressure you apply to keyboard’s keys. Need a challenge? Test your response with an exercise that is just like playing a game! Music Challenge tests your reaction speed by requiring you to press the keys indicated by the on-screen keyboard guide in time with the Auto Accompaniment tempo using the correct fingers indicated by the on-screen fingering guide. Step Up Lessons provides pieces that are divided into short, easy-to-master phrases making it easy for just about anyone to learn to play. After you master a phrase you advance to the next one. With this new lesson function, you keep building up your collection of mastered phrases and soon you are able to play the entire song. The Voice Fingering Guide senses if you are having problems, and will help you by calling out finger numbers in a simulated human voice. The WK200 contains a 152 Song Bank worth of tunes, including 50 Exercise phrases. This package comes bundles with professional closed-cup headphones, single x-braced keyboard stand, and a power supply.
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