Casio

Few names are more respected in the world of electronics than Casio. While primarily known in the music world for their keyboards, Casio has long been a manufacturer of a wide variety of electronics, including watches, clocks, cameras, and phones. In fact, their first major product, released in 1946, was a pipe that doubled as a finger ring. It wasn't until 1980 that Casio released their first keyboard, the Casiotone. This now iconic keyboard helped grow Casio into the musical force it is today by being readily available to players of all skill levels. In the years since its release, Casio has developed synthesizers, digital pianos, and keyboards of all shapes and sizes for both professionals and hobbyists alike. Keyboard and synthesizer lines such as the XW series provide the sounds and real-time control that any performing musician would love. With powerful lead synths alongside built-in sequencers and controller functions, the XW series provides an incredibly immersive experience from the stage to the studio. On the other end of the spectrum, Casio's Lighted Keys series is designed specifically for novice musicians to give them support as they learn the basics of the instrument. The keys, as the name suggests, actually light up while you play, allowing you to easily follow along with where your hands should be as you learn your favorite songs. Casio keyboards are designed not only to sound amazing, but to make you an amazing player. Today, Casio keyboards and synthesizers are used by many of the top names in rock, pop, and dance music. Artists as diverse as the legendary duo of the Crystal Method to the emerging Lucky Five, to DJ Enferno, one of the top names in the club scene today, all use Casio gear to get the most out of their sound. Whether you're a professional musician or just taking your first steps into the world of music, a Casio keyboard is the right tool for the trade.