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The PX-5S is part of the Casio Privia line of digital pianos. The PX-5S is loaded with a collection of acoustic pianos, vintage keyboard, and synth sounds, and has powerful controller features and sequencing tools that sets it apart from other keyboards.

POWERED BY AIR
At the heart of the PX-5S Stage Piano is Casio's proprietary AiR sound source which provides incredible realism, detail and expression for grand piano sounds. In the PX-5S, the power of AiR has been expanded to provide stunning fidelity and control over other instrument tones and effects with 256 notes of polyphony.

OLD SCHOOL, NEW CLASS
In addition to Privia's award winning grand piano sounds, the PX-5S has an arsenal of newly developed sounds including classic electric piano, harpsichord and clav sounds. Some of these tones are complete with release samples, amplifier and speaker simulations for an incredibly authentic experience.

SERIOUS CONTROL
The PX-5S is a powerful four zone controller, complete with 4 knobs and 6 sliders all of which are completely configurable to control internal sounds, effects parameters or send continuous controllers to other gear. Each zone on the PX-5S can control an internal sound, an external MIDI device or both simultaneously.

NEW SONIC TERRITORY
The PX-5S redefines what a stage piano should be, providing an arsenal of other sounds and creative tools. The PX-5S includes powerful Hex Layer tones complete with real-time filters and also features four programmable arpeggiators and multitrack phrase sequencing.
Casio Privia PX-5S Pro Stage Piano
Casio Privia PX-5S Pro Stage Piano
Casio Privia PX-5S Pro Stage Piano

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  • 88 Note Tri-Sensor Scaled Hammer Action II Keyboard
  • Vintage Electric Piano Sounds
  • 4 Zone Master Controller
  • AiR Sound Source
  • 256 Note Polyphony
  • Sustain pedal sold separately

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  • Keyboard 88-key, Tri-sensor Scaled Hammer Action II
  • Maximum Polyphony 256 Notes
  • Number of Tones 340 Preset / 220 User
  • Controllers 4 knobs, 6 sliders, Pitch & Modwheel, 2 Pedal Inputs
  • Arpeggiator 4 simultaneous programmable
  • Phrase Sequencer 8 Tracks, up to 1,000 phrases
  • Storage USB / File & Audio Recording
  • System Effects Reverb, Chorus, Delay, String & Damper Resonance
  • Insert Effects 4 simultaneous / Equalizer, Compressor, Limiter, Enhancer, Early Reflection, Phaser, Chorus, Flanger, Tremolo, Auto Pan, Rotary, Drive Rotary, LFO Wah, Auto Wah, Distortion (w/ Amp Simulator), Pitch Shifter, Multi Chorus, Ring Mod, Delay, Piano effect
  • Master Effects 4 Band EQ & Compressor
  • MIDI Independent USB & MIDI I/O
  • Audio Terminals 1/4" L&R Input & Output, 1/8" Audio Input
  • Dimension 52.05 x 11.26 x 5.31 (inch)
  • Weight 24.47 lbs (W/O Battery)

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One year parts and labor warranty on all keyboards (includes power supply).

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4.7

10 Reviews

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Extremely fun to play and great value for such a low cost!!!

I purchased the PX5S about 3 months ago from Guitar Center. This keyboard is such a great value for the price. I had previously owned the PX3 for four years and I decided to "upgrade" to the PX5S based on reviews that I had read. The reviews cannot express the half of the enjoyment you will feel once you've taken time to play on this board. The features listed on the GC website provide the details and and specs you will want to explore, 88 keys, 4 zones (full keyboard programmable for each zone) each with an available arpeggiator and its own DSP, 6 sliders 4 knobs and 2 pedals all programmable with MIDI/CC for tons of expression possibilities. The 256 note polyphony available to Casio's AiR voice architecture can become a sonic arsenal either to layered patches or with phrases and MIDI SMF playability. The Casio/Privia website has great support for firmware upgrades, the free data/librarian editor software (an ABSOLUTE MUST to have with this board since you have on-screen programmability of every feature at your fingertips, plus the ability to build custom sets/data dumps, etc.). The online music forum and Facebook group has a community of friendly PX5S owners and enthusiasts. I joined immediately after my purchase and can say I have never seen such a more fun and knowledgable group of musicians that love this board. These folks love to share tips, tricks and even their own custom made stage settings, tones, patches, etc. Also, there are CASIO reps like Mike Martin that are there to answer any questions you might have about any of the features of the PX5S. I suggest you look up Youtube videos of Mike Martin either at NAMM or simply giving a tutorial so you can see this beast of a board in action. Lastly, if you are still unsure after reading reviews please seek our your nearest Guitar Center and go try and play the PX5S for a hands-on review. Just scroll through the pre-loaded stage settings and play with the knobs and sliders while you play. You will be amazed!!!

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Great sounds, good controls, very cheap build

For the price, you get a great full sized keyboard with lots of sounds. Customization is easy and vast, the board is incredibly lightweight, and beyond there being a lot of sounds, they're also very realistic. But if feel is important to you, skip this. The moment my fingers hit the keys, I was ready to put this back in the box. The actual keys have a decent feel, but the action is terrible. I'm surprised Casio can even call this a semi-weighted keyboard. For those who are used to the feel of acoustic pianos, skip this and get a Roland or Yamaha.

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Best Uses
  1. Accompaniment3
  2. Concerts3
  3. MIDI2
  4. Electronic Music1
  5. Travel1
Cons
  1. Cheap build1
  2. Poor Action1
  3. Poor Instructions1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced3
  2. Professional Musician3
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Pros
  1. Good Audio6
  2. Portable5
  3. Responsive / Good Action5
  4. Touch Sensitive Keys5
  5. Easy to Use4
  • Great Keyboard

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byRussell

    fromWashington DC

    This is the most under-rated keyboard on the market. They sound great, are deeply editable, serve as an excellent MIDI controller (if that's what you need), and if you play gigs you can carry it under one arm. I love the textured feel of the keys and the action is great. I own 4 of them and I have played them a lot and I'm not a particularly gentle player. They have stood up very well. The ability to layer 4 sounds and control the 4 separate volumes in real time is awesome. All in all it is a very good keyboard at a bargain price.

  • Thoroughly user friendly.

    4

    submitted6 years ago

    byWingsbuffer

    fromLas Vegas

    User friendly

  • Great sounds, good controls, very cheap build

    3

    submitted8 years ago

    byMatt

    fromNH

    For the price, you get a great full sized keyboard with lots of sounds. Customization is easy and vast, the board is incredibly lightweight, and beyond there being a lot of sounds, they're also very realistic. But if feel is important to you, skip this. The moment my fingers hit the keys, I was ready to put this back in the box. The actual keys have a decent feel, but the action is terrible. I'm surprised Casio can even call this a semi-weighted keyboard. For those who are used to the feel of acoustic pianos, skip this and get a Roland or Yamaha.

  • Brilliant Offering from Casio

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byBlake

    fromAlabama

    What can I say about this thing other than if you need a keyboard with fantastic piano sounds and synth capabilities, I don't believe you will find anything better at this price point. The grand piano sounds really are top notch. It really does a great job of recreating the sound of a grand piano, even down to the sound of depressing the damper pedal. The control offered by the sliders and dials really lets you dial in the type of sound you want. I like that these also send midi messages so you can map them to your favorite VST or another keyboard. I've used the sliders to control the lower manual drawbars on my Hammond XK1c. Whenever I sit down to program new stage sets, I usually find out new things this keyboard can do; the customization you can accomplish with this thing is pretty incredible. I really can't recommend this keyboard enough. I've had it for 7 or 8 months now, and really I can't think of any flaws, at least in regards to how I use it. It's lightweight, sturdy, and full of features that will be appreciated by any gigging musician. I use it every week and it doesn't ever let me down.

  • Realistic feel and sounds.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byRhodes54

    fromAustin, TX

    This keyboard feels AMAZING, the touch is perfect. The sounds, especially the piano and wurlitzer are spot on. The organ is good, but you'll need an outboard Leslie or simulator to make it usable. The only downside for me (coming from a semi-weighted action) is trying to play organ and synth parts on what is essentially a weighted piano action.

  • Excellent quality ... wonderful sound.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byMusicians aide

    fromColleyville TX

    We helped our daughter with a new keyboard, and this is the model she selected. She is a professional musician. When my wife needed an new keyboard, I looked at the Casio and almost bought a less expensive model, but for only $200 more I could get this model. We are very satisfied.

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  • asked bySatan Stiddies

    fromundisclosed

    what outputs does the keyboard offer? Specifically, is it equipped with a quarter-inch out?

    what outputs does the keyboard offer? Specifically, is it equipped with a quarter-inch out?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Audio Terminals 1/4" L&R Input & Output, 1/8" Audio Input