The Shopping Thread!

PDWAB · 11-24-2004, 02:26 AM

Recommend keyboard/synths to prospective pianists looking to buy. Just remember everyone: Nothing is a replacement for a piano!

My recommendation:

If you want a keyboard to fiddle around with, I would recommend the Yamaha PSR 273, it has several voices, lots of styles, and a good education program installed on it. For $200 it's a good deal. Also the MIDI drums sound somewhat relatively decent, which is always a plus.

Moniker · 11-24-2004, 06:06 AM

If you're talking that price range, you can't go wrong with a Casio WK-3500. It has everything the Yamaha has, and the ability to program your own synth tones. (I've gotten exact dream theater tones from it

) and it has the best organ tones.

P120Dude · 11-24-2004, 06:43 AM

For all you Pianists out there:

If you are looking for a Stage Piano that sounds and feels exactly like an acoustic piano, is portable, has great features, and many other superb instruments, then the Yamaha P120 is the way to go. I have it in my studio and when I play solo pieces or in a band, it always sounds superb, smooth and beatiful.

For all you Synthesists out there:

The Yamaha Motif ES, hands down. Awesome synths, pads, and leads, and it has great acousitic pianos. It also has a great synth action, and the 88 key version has a balanced hammer action for the Piano Players.

P120Dude

freakmeeko · 11-25-2004, 01:35 PM

And for a performance controller, don't get the Yamaha shs-10s or 200s (theyre too small) or the Roland AX-7 (it's too big and complicated). The best choices would be a casio az-1 or Korg RK-100.

<3<3<3 · 12-02-2004, 05:46 PM

I think I'm going to get the Alesis QS6.2 snyth.

Good idea? Bad idea?

arc03 · 12-06-2004, 12:20 PM

How much does that P120 go for?

fine + 2 pts · 12-10-2004, 08:00 PM

Ok, i just purchsed a keytar.. Roland AX1B and i want to know what set up i need to get to run it through. I also have a Roland XP60 synth but still don't know what kind of set up i will need to play a live performance. The keytar is the biggest of my concern, though. I am starting an 80's type synth band and want to know what any of you keytar players have as a setup. thanks!

freakmeeko · 12-10-2004, 08:03 PM

I just use my Korg RK, MIDI it up with an innocent XV 2020, and plug that into an amp. You're going to need LOTS of wire adapters, though.

fine + 2 pts · 12-10-2004, 08:08 PM

alright.. so what kind of amp. i have my Mesa guitar cab. would that work? and like is there a designated "keyboard mixer" on the market?

freakmeeko · 12-11-2004, 01:16 PM

Any Roland keyboard amp is fine...but I don't think it'll be much different if a guitar/ bass amp was used. As for mixers, I'm kinda ignorant on that subject.

<3<3<3 · 12-11-2004, 01:48 PM

I don't think you should use a guitar amp. I heard it wasn't good. But a bass amp is probably fine to use.

ArmlessBanjoPlayer · 12-11-2004, 09:18 PM

I was looking at the PSR293 for my wife and I to learn and play around with...Any feedback on it?

Mr. Squiggles · 12-12-2004, 08:18 AM

how much do technics KN-1000 cost to buy because i just bought one brand new from a thrift store for 50 bucks

Cecillianne · 12-16-2004, 09:45 AM

^ Wow, that's quite a deal

For digital pianos, I highly recommend something like Technics or Clavinova. Technics has vast features; it's easy to use, most comes with disk drives, and the tones are satisfying (preset though). Same with the Clavinova. They're both a pleasure to play.

12-27-2004, 05:15 AM

I got a Yamaha DGX505 for Christmas, it's awesome.

~Rock~Guitarist · 01-02-2005, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PDWAB

My recommendation:

If you want a keyboard to fiddle around with, I would recommend the Yamaha PSR 273, it has several voices, lots of styles, and a good education program installed on it. For $200 it's a good deal. Also the MIDI drums sound somewhat relatively decent, which is always a plus.

I'd like to back this recommendation up. I just got one for xmas and i love it, i agree with everything you said.

burntgorilla · 01-02-2005, 03:14 PM

Is the PSR 275 approximately the same as the 273?

~Rock~Guitarist · 01-02-2005, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burntgorilla

Is the PSR 275 approximately the same as the 273?

its the same, just with more keys

fade11 · 01-05-2005, 08:27 AM

Hello,

I just signed up so I can't make my own topic so I think this will be the best place to post it.

I'm mainly looking to buy a piano that could somewhat resemble the real piano, since this is for my mother. And she used to play a real piano. So it should atleast have as much keys (I believe 88?) and keys shouldn't be too much lighter or whatever. A recommendation from someone who has played both a real piano and electronic piano would be great. Also, it should have a good training program, like you know when the keys light up and shows you how to play. So I'm guessing I should have 88 keys no less, so it feels same as real piano?

I'm posting because I don't know the first thing about pianos, I play a guitar..

I'm looking to spend somewhere in the $400 range, but if neccesary I'll put in some more cash.

Thank you,
Fade.

CURRENTLY CONSIDERING THE YAMAHA DGX-505

http://www.yamaha.com/yamahavgn/CDA/ContentDetail/ModelSeriesDetail/0,6373,CNTID%253D28150%2526CTID%253D205200,00.html#

freakmeeko · 01-05-2005, 03:37 PM

can the guitarists STAY in the guitar forum please?

11-24-2004, 02:26 AM	#1
PDWAB Rock It Out Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: University of Washington Posts: 18,060	The Shopping Thread! Recommend keyboard/synths to prospective pianists looking to buy. Just remember everyone: Nothing is a replacement for a piano! My recommendation: If you want a keyboard to fiddle around with, I would recommend the Yamaha PSR 273, it has several voices, lots of styles, and a good education program installed on it. For $200 it's a good deal. Also the MIDI drums sound somewhat relatively decent, which is always a plus.

01-05-2005, 08:27 AM	#19
fade11 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 1	Looking To Buy a Electronic Keyboard, HELP Hello, I just signed up so I can't make my own topic so I think this will be the best place to post it. I'm mainly looking to buy a piano that could somewhat resemble the real piano, since this is for my mother. And she used to play a real piano. So it should atleast have as much keys (I believe 88?) and keys shouldn't be too much lighter or whatever. A recommendation from someone who has played both a real piano and electronic piano would be great. Also, it should have a good training program, like you know when the keys light up and shows you how to play. So I'm guessing I should have 88 keys no less, so it feels same as real piano? I'm posting because I don't know the first thing about pianos, I play a guitar.. I'm looking to spend somewhere in the $400 range, but if neccesary I'll put in some more cash. Thank you, Fade. CURRENTLY CONSIDERING THE YAMAHA DGX-505 http://www.yamaha.com/yamahavgn/CDA/ContentDetail/ModelSeriesDetail/0,6373,CNTID%253D28150%2526CTID%253D205200,00.html# Last edited by fade11; 01-05-2005 at 10:06 AM.

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11-24-2004, 06:06 AM	#2
Moniker Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 20,823	If you're talking that price range, you can't go wrong with a Casio WK-3500. It has everything the Yamaha has, and the ability to program your own synth tones. (I've gotten exact dream theater tones from it ) and it has the best organ tones.

11-24-2004, 06:43 AM	#3
P120Dude Pianist Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 42	For all you Pianists out there: If you are looking for a Stage Piano that sounds and feels exactly like an acoustic piano, is portable, has great features, and many other superb instruments, then the Yamaha P120 is the way to go. I have it in my studio and when I play solo pieces or in a band, it always sounds superb, smooth and beatiful. For all you Synthesists out there: The Yamaha Motif ES, hands down. Awesome synths, pads, and leads, and it has great acousitic pianos. It also has a great synth action, and the 88 key version has a balanced hammer action for the Piano Players. P120Dude

11-25-2004, 01:35 PM	#4
freakmeeko Running man is back! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Eastern America Posts: 422	And for a performance controller, don't get the Yamaha shs-10s or 200s (theyre too small) or the Roland AX-7 (it's too big and complicated). The best choices would be a casio az-1 or Korg RK-100.

12-02-2004, 05:46 PM	#5
<3<3<3 Fa de rol de la do Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Moose Posts: 2,655	I think I'm going to get the Alesis QS6.2 snyth. Good idea? Bad idea?

12-06-2004, 12:20 PM	#6
arc03 I'll see you there Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: South Carolina Posts: 135	How much does that P120 go for?

12-10-2004, 08:00 PM	#7
fine + 2 pts Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 4	Ok, i just purchsed a keytar.. Roland AX1B and i want to know what set up i need to get to run it through. I also have a Roland XP60 synth but still don't know what kind of set up i will need to play a live performance. The keytar is the biggest of my concern, though. I am starting an 80's type synth band and want to know what any of you keytar players have as a setup. thanks!

12-10-2004, 08:03 PM	#8
freakmeeko Running man is back! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Eastern America Posts: 422	I just use my Korg RK, MIDI it up with an innocent XV 2020, and plug that into an amp. You're going to need LOTS of wire adapters, though.

12-10-2004, 08:08 PM	#9
fine + 2 pts Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 4	alright.. so what kind of amp. i have my Mesa guitar cab. would that work? and like is there a designated "keyboard mixer" on the market?

12-11-2004, 01:16 PM	#10
freakmeeko Running man is back! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Eastern America Posts: 422	Any Roland keyboard amp is fine...but I don't think it'll be much different if a guitar/ bass amp was used. As for mixers, I'm kinda ignorant on that subject.

12-11-2004, 01:48 PM	#11
<3<3<3 Fa de rol de la do Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Moose Posts: 2,655	I don't think you should use a guitar amp. I heard it wasn't good. But a bass amp is probably fine to use.

12-11-2004, 09:18 PM	#12
ArmlessBanjoPlayer Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6	I was looking at the PSR293 for my wife and I to learn and play around with...Any feedback on it?

12-12-2004, 08:18 AM	#13
Mr. Squiggles Fury Of The Storm Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: I live in the woods, next to a big bear... Posts: 1,151	how much do technics KN-1000 cost to buy because i just bought one brand new from a thrift store for 50 bucks

12-16-2004, 09:45 AM	#14
Cecillianne oh yeah i don't give a fu Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: sarcasm bounces off my marshmellowy outer shell Posts: 885	^ Wow, that's quite a deal For digital pianos, I highly recommend something like Technics or Clavinova. Technics has vast features; it's easy to use, most comes with disk drives, and the tones are satisfying (preset though). Same with the Clavinova. They're both a pleasure to play.

12-27-2004, 05:15 AM	#15
ToRidTheDisease Guest Posts: n/a	I got a Yamaha DGX505 for Christmas, it's awesome.

01-02-2005, 03:14 PM	#17
burntgorilla Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 865	Is the PSR 275 approximately the same as the 273?

01-05-2005, 03:37 PM	#20
freakmeeko Running man is back! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Eastern America Posts: 422	can the guitarists STAY in the guitar forum please?