I came here for a piano review... and ended up listening to the best music I could have heard today. Thank you Stu !

@MerriamPianos

15 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent here! Thanks for watching! I know Stu appreciates those incredibly kind words. :)

It’s amazing what Casio has done with digital pianos in the last 30 years… I’m very impressed .

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Absolutely! They have really drawn a line in the sand with these new AP and PXS models. :)

@arr1009

16 күн бұрын

Totally agree! And for me also is the brand who better understood how to maximize the advantages of use and interaction of digital pianos with mobile devices, their apps are extremely complete, usefull, dydactics and user friendly everything at the same time.

Been waiting for this review

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

We're glad to be able to release it finally! :)

Just a brilliant digital piano. Amazing how far they have progressed over the years....❤

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Absolutely! I definitely agree with the sentiment. This is a really nice playing, sounding, and looking piano. :)

The sound is incredible. It really sounds like an acoustic

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

It really does! It is a very impressive instrument! :)

Excellent value for money, no question about it. Too bad they didn't upgrade the GP-510 so they can have something to compete with the Roland LX-9, the Kawai NV5S, and the Yamaha NU1XA.

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

The AP750 is an excellent upper-mid tier option, but it will be interesting to see if Casio updates the flagship GP line. :)

Although I just bought a piano, fully expect to have outgrown it in the next 3-4 years so I am still interested in watching these new product videos. So far, the only thing I don't like about my Yamaha P225 is how the keys get harder to play as you move up along the key. I knew that when I bought it and it is not a big deal. It's a great low-to-mid end piano and a steal at that price. I'll get used to it. But as I get better and work my way further into the Circle of Fifths, I'll be hanging around up there more often to deal with all of those sharps and flats. I expect it will be an issue and it will be nice to be knowledgeable about what is available for an upgrade. So keep those videos coming!

@JoeLinux2000

19 күн бұрын

Next year there will be an even better one.

@Zoco101

19 күн бұрын

Well said. You may find that you adapt to the P-225 keyboard, even when you are playing a bit deeper into the keys, but yes if you need to go very deep and can't compensate, it may be a problem. If you're into modern music, a perfectly classic hand posture may not be necessary, indeed it can be restricting, since modern music requires extra effects such as intentional slipping on and off the keys. But a few years is a long time in the dp world. As someone said, new models will emerge before you need to upgrade. It's a huge jump from the P-225 to the piano reviewed here. Don't dismiss the assorted models around $1500.

@mfurman

19 күн бұрын

⁠@@Zoco101What do you exactly mean by “modern music”?

@pasadenaphil8804

19 күн бұрын

@@Zoco101 Right now, I am focused on classical and expect to stay there. But I am also a big fan of jazz piano and intend to move into that area too. Many of these digital pianos seem to be aimed at professionals who delve deep into the connectivity, voice options, and so many things I don't understand and probably won't be needing. So I could find myself looking for a good acoustic for an upgrade. At my age (70), getting back into piano seriously is about expanding my appreciation for top pianists. My record collection is suddenly growing again.

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Congrats on your new piano! Thanks so much for the support. We really appreciate it. And we're glad to hear that you have found the videos helpful and informative through your piano journey. :)

Stu great harmonically rich informed improvisations ! You serve the community best when you strictly do your thing. Alow yourself to follow your inclinations brother. As I tell those folks it might concern I can hardly listen to the majority of piano demonstraters out there. But it's not worth it to compromise. Believe me most folks with any ears at all are intrigued including the strictly classical cats.

@MerriamPianos

15 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for tuning in! I'll be sure to pass along those very kind notes to Stu for you. Thanks so much once again! :)

Nice curveball from Casio with this AP750 and a great job from Stu as always. I keep being dismayed that manufactures skimp on the key stick length.

@MerriamPianos

15 күн бұрын

The AP750 is quite impressive to say the least! Thanks for tuning in! While a lot of people have questions about the reduced key stick length, the overall action is designed in a way to still perform very well despite that detail. I would certainly recommend trying them out. Their touch is quite rewarding! :)

What a joy. The keyboard industry has been selling shitty keyboard actions for decades, doing nothing to develop the hand or give us control of the keys. Now quality action is popping up all over: Nord Grand (Kawai licencensed), Kawai, Roland ..... and now Casio. Bravo, on overtime!

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

It is quite interesting that many manufacturers have finally come around to really taking the core piano playing experience seriously. I think the vast majority of players would rather have a great touch and core piano sound than 5000 built-in sounds and other additional features. With that said, there are a place for those types of instruments too! It all depends on context of use.

I have some experience by playing at Casio GP510 and my favorite sample is Bechstein. I really sad that there isn’t in Casio AP-s450 and 550… 750 so expensive and so big for my room

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

You could also look at the Casio PXS6000 and PXS7000 models. They are more compact, more affordable, and offer the Bechstein sample that you resonated with. :)

@kencollum1392

11 күн бұрын

FYI. The PXS6000 does not have the Bechstein sample. You have to buy the PXS7000 to get that. ​@@MerriamPianos

Loved the first tune Stu. So warm and yearning. What was it please?

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent here! I would have to ask Stu as to what piece he is playing, but, perhaps, one of our community members here will know the answer. :)

@matbroomfield

18 күн бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thank you.

Looks like a very nice instruments . Regarding the action, it would be great to have an official explanation from Casio about what Smart hybrid Celviano edition really means . As far as I can read on their website , the keys are composite , plastic + wood side , there is no indication of triple sensor and there is also no mention of Pivot length being greater than. I don’t understand why theses features are not public , as this is not about revealing specific ´know how’ or innovative feature , but just basic information that anyone can actually measure and document one they open the keyboard . So to to cut a long comment short : What is specific in the Celviano edition ? Is it double sensor or triple sensor? Is the same pivot length or not compare to PX-S5000,6000,7000 pivot serie.

@mfurman

18 күн бұрын

Very good questions. Casio loves a very non descriptive (and flowery) names for their actions

@MerriamPianos

17 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for the questions! We just received our first shipment of the new APS and AP models, so we haven't had a chance to open one up and examine the action. It would be interesting to do so given that there are not a lot of details provided by the manufacturer in terms of the differences. Also, based on what I have been told by some of our reps and Casio service team members, the new Smart Hybrid Action is a triple sensor action. However, I also came across a resource that described it as an "advanced dual sensor" action. In any case, I think a deep dive to into the Casio actions might be in order. ;)

@etonlorth9011

17 күн бұрын

@@MerriamPianos thank you Brent . That would be much appreciated ✅

The tone engine is awesome, the speakers and amps might be great, but too short pivot length is the deal breaker to me, unfortunately...

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

I would recommend testing the piano out in person if you haven't already done so. The new AP series actions are a bit different than the newer PXS models. The AP750 is a very impressive instrument overall in my opinion.

@giovacks

18 күн бұрын

I’ve tried it and I can confirm that the action is even worse than the PSX models (extremely light and unreal). Good piano design, quite good sound, bad action …considering this there are better options in the market in this price range

May I know where the AP750 sits within the range of Kawai CA701, Casio GP310 and the Yamaha CLP 745? Can you also do a comparison video between some of the models that I've mentioned? Thank you!

@MerriamPianos

4 күн бұрын

Hi there! Thanks for the suggestion! We will do our best to tackle that comparison for you. All of the pianos you've listed sit roughly in the same price and quality tier. They simply offer something a bit different musically. We will try to tackle those differences as soon as we can for you! :)

Oh! New movie....)))

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

The AP750 is a really impressive instrument! Thanks for tuning in! :)

Hi guys , I love the reviews. I’m really undecided between this Casio and a kawai ca-701 it’s a $1500 dollar difference to the kawai , do you guys think is worth specially on the action side, I would really love some guidance. Unfortunately I don’t have access to the pianos to test them.

@MerriamPianos

4 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent here! It really comes down to a matter of personal preference. They are both fantastic instruments. For me, the Kawai CA701's GFIII action is far more authentic in terms of its touch/feel. In that regard, I would give a slight edge to that model.

@carlosabundis2746

4 күн бұрын

@@MerriamPianos hi Brent , thank you for your reply , I had to drive for a minute but was able to find the kawai models and also the Roland lx6 and lx9 , I decided for the Roland it sounds nicer than anything else I tried even all the uprights except the really big ones, but I was surprised I liked the kawai ca-701 better than the 901 , I really appreciate your videos they were of huge help to notice the differences in the instruments , I have only played for 3 months now and I never had an instrument before , thanks again guys.

Casios get better and better, keeping the big three manufacturers of DPs on their toes. Addressing the issue of speakers is very important. Many of the criticisms of dps (by "real piano" fanatics) are connected with the final sound. But good piano samples, resonance and modelling are all at the mercy of amplification, including the speakers.

@mfurman

19 күн бұрын

Yes and no. The action that Casio uses in recent models is a regression (considering acoustic piano action to be a reference).

@Zoco101

19 күн бұрын

​​@@mfurmanThanks for mentioning it. I was referring to tone engines and amplification, but yes, the new compact actions on some models (Casio and Yamaha) are controversial. So do you refer to the compact actions on the PX range? I do think that Yamaha and Casio are using the wrong solutions to acheive light, diminutive and portable. The bit of weight saved is not worth it if this means having an inferior action, and these slimline pianos still don't fit into the width of most automobiles anyway. This is why I favour a not-so-slim 73-key piano for light gigging. The slimline effect actually makes the new portable models look a bit silly on gigs, particularly when placed on a large X stand, which sticks out so much front and back. Stu says that the many players are fine with compact actions. I hope he is right.

@mfurman

19 күн бұрын

@@Zoco101 I believe that this action is different that the one used in PX-5000 (PX-S 6000 and 7000 as well) but it is, I think, more about the weighing than the design principles. The action of PX-S 5000) seemed a bit “unnatural” to me. I believe that Roland PHA-4 (21cm pivot length) is closer to the feel of acoustic pianos.

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

I definitely agree with the sentiment! Casio has come leaps and bounds in recent years The new AP line is definitely a testament to that. :) In responsive to a few of the comments here, I would recommend testing out these new pianos in person opposed to establishing opinions based on a spec sheet. When new innovations or design changes are implemented, it is natural for there to be some resistance from the piano community. The same was the case with Kawai's use of carbon fibre in their actions. While it took some time, that new technology is widely regarded as being superior to traditional wood actions due to the extreme durability of the material and its resistance to temperature/humidity fluctuation.

@mfurman

18 күн бұрын

@@Zoco101You are very much right.

I’m not sure, but I noticed that Vienna Grand tone sounds different than “Bosendorfer” in Yamaha CLP and Korg’s “Austrian piano”🤔

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

While these various digital pianos may sample the same piano model, it is important to note that they are not the same sample sets. Different recordings of the same piano will have differences. The room the piano is recorded in, the microphones used, and the post-production processing of the samples will all colour and influence the final sound.

Stu is by far the best and most versatile piano reviewer and performer! Thank you, Stu. Michael Ps. Since digital piano action is what really matters to me when buying a piano, Casio will not be my choice regardless of speakers etc. The sounds can come from piano VSTs

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Hi there! I will be sure to pass on the compliments to Stu!

@george0t

18 күн бұрын

You should check out the Casio GP-510 before you diss Casio as a brand. 😉

I hope you can compare a GP-310 to this. I would like to know how much one would get for the 26% premium in price. I suspect GP-310 has better value for the money. (S$4,322 vs S$3,420)

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion! I will pass it along to our production team. I'm sure they will do their best to tackle it if possible. :)

Dear Stu, please tell us in more detail about the action.

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent here! The action of the AP750 is quite nice in my opinion. It is a composite wood/resin action with an advanced sensor system that does an excellent job of tracking and rendering the performance nuances of the player. :)

@caiopcd

18 күн бұрын

@@MerriamPianos ​​⁠how does it compare to the ap710 or s7000? I own both and I don’t like the one on the 7000. I do like the ap710! Tks brent

Stu, you are wrong 6:02 750 has Bechstein’s sample, but s450 and 550 haven’t and you can play only two Steinway samples

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Thank you for catching that! We appreciate it. :)

How good is the key action compare with the acoustic piano?

@MerriamPianos

14 күн бұрын

It is quite a rewarding action, but it is quite a bit lighter than acoustic upright and grand pianos.

Does this have the moving hammers on the inside like the GP series?

@MerriamPianos

15 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent here! I have not had a chance to actually investigate the new Celviano Edition of the Smart Hybrid Action. Perhaps, we can cover this in a future video. :)

Based on what I'm hearing there, it seems a good instrument. 7:14 is interesting. If I were choosing a piano, personally I'd care about those details. Digital.pianos bring us different ideas of what a piano is... the market has diverse answers. Thanks Stu.

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent here! Thanks for tuning in and sharing your thoughts! The AP750 is quite impressive to say the least. It is also a very attractive looking piano as well. And you are right that a digital piano offers a completely different realm of musical possibilities. :)

@The-Organised-Pianist

18 күн бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thanks Brent! Always fun to learn more about the possibilities out there.

Can audio pass into it through the USB MIDI cable? Latency with Pianoteq?

@mfurman

19 күн бұрын

I may be wrong in this case but Casio does not usually have Digital Audio Interface (I think it is what you are asking about - this is not, to be precise, an “USB MIDI cable”). Michael

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Hi there! The AP750 does not have a USB audio interface, so you would not be able to play VST sounds through the onboard speakers.

I want one!! Monthly payments eh?!

@MerriamPianos

7 күн бұрын

They are very nice instruments! The AP750 has a remarkable tone and touch! Many dealers will offer some type of financing plan that allows for monthly payments. We offer a variety of financing options to our customers for instance. :)

Roland dp603 or this 750? Which one is better?

@MerriamPianos

3 күн бұрын

It is not a matter of which one is "better" as tone/touch preferences are very subjective. The DP603 has a heavier touch and a warmer sound in comparison the AP750, which has a lighter touch and a brighter tonal profile. My recommendation would be to test both out in person to see which one you resonate with more. :)

So in terms of pivot length, what would this compare to?

@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12

18 күн бұрын

Good question. I would also like to know especially for the price it is asking for🎹🎶

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

We haven't actually opened up one of these Casio AP models yet to actually measure the pivot length. It is apparently a different action than the PXS models, but we will have to do more investigation into the key differences. Perhaps, that is an excellent topic for us to tackle in a video. ;)

basicaly what Casio did they put tne new keys from the pxs series in a furniture piano.Thas okay but iMHO you are better off with the GP series.The keys in the GP are a unique and impressive Bechstein mechanism that basicaly competes with the hybrids from Yamaha And Kawai at a much lower price.What Casio should have done is make a real digital baby grand with the same GP action,a baby grand body and a real soundboard with transducers and they would have made real history.

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

It is important to note that the Casio Smart Hybrid actions in the AP line instruments are not the same as those in the PXS series. However, they are similar of course. With that said, part of the equation is the price point that Casio is looking to sell these pianos for.

@jamesa375

18 күн бұрын

@@MerriamPianos the keys are described exactly the same as the pxs 7000 smart hybrid hammer action,spruce wood and resin.What is the difference?

Imperial sound nicer than yamaha D piano imperial sound.👍👍👍

@MerriamPianos

10 күн бұрын

It is a very impressive sample set - that is for sure! :)

Hello. I apologize for the off-topic question. Has anyone had any experience with Backer pab 72?

@JoeLinux2000

19 күн бұрын

What is it?

@ev_lefravi

19 күн бұрын

Бекер bap-72? Если откроете его инструкцию, то обнаружите интересную деталь - сделано в Корее там же, где Курцвейл. Предполагаю, в Бекер не сильно заморачивались и перебрендировали курц. Так же как Рокдейл это сделал с Перл Ривер, Антарес с Vangoa

@MerriamPianos

18 күн бұрын

Hi! Brent here! I am not familiar with that product unfortunately, so I cannot offer any insights.

@stefanchikov_Leonid

18 күн бұрын

@@ev_lefravi Я тоже обратил внимание что сделано в Корее.

@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12

18 күн бұрын

What is that??🎹🎶