And we are loving it because it just makes things a whole lot more convenient for all involved. This seems to be a trend with piano makers these days. And you can even use the keys as a shortcut to select the functions you want every time. Interacting with a digital piano should never be difficult.Īnyhow, the control panel resides just above the keybed. So, it’s only right that navigating is easy. And that’s because there are quite a number of features and functions on the PX-130. We like how Casio makes the interface of this keyboard very intuitive and easy to navigate. So, it’s going to feel like carrying a textbook, except for the length of course.Īnd, of course, we’re not going to forget that this piano does look good and you’ll be proud to own it. So, carrying this will never be a problem.Īnd it’s not just about weight, the depth of a keyboard, is also very important in determining, whether it will be awkward to carry a piano or not.
And yet, it is compact enough to rest on a desk in your dorm without making your roommate call you a space hogger.Īnd despite all this, this keyboard still weighs a mere 25 pounds. It’s also important in building correct piano skills. So, you don’t feel like you’re playing on a toy. The keyboard comes with 88 piano-sized keys. However, what impresses us immensely, is how Casio still manages to deliver on major features.Ĭheck it out. It is compact and portable, making this keyboard up to the task for convenient storage and portability. Or you might be staying in a dorm and therefore, cannot afford the space for a really heavy, space-consuming unit. Design – Compact, Portable, And SleekĪs a beginner, you’ll probably be going from practice to home a lot. So, as you go through the features, keep that in mind. In the bottom-line section of this review, we did mention that the PX-130 is for beginners.
But if you’re starting out and looking to get a quality keyboard, this makes a fine choice.Īnd now to the full review… Features Of The Casio PX-130 And there are 16 built-in tones with different sound effects including the Acoustic Resonance DSP.Īltogether, this is a fantastic entry-level piano.
There’s a split/layer mode, plus a duet mode. So, there’s none of that plasticky feel that most digital pianos have. So, they do feel like an acoustic piano in some sense, Casio even gave them simulated ivory keytops. The keys feel great too and come with Casio’s Tri-Sensor Scaled Hammer action. You’ll also find that this transitions, from soft to powerful relatively smoothly. The sound quality is good, as close to an acoustic piano as Casio could manage for the price. It will fit into any space easily and even add some oomph to the space, because this piano looks good!
The Casio PX-130 is an entry-level piano best suited to beginners.įirst of all, this piano belongs to Casio’s Privia series which means that it is portable and compact.
If you do not have the time to read the entire review, here’s the bottom line… Built-In Tones And Sound Effects – Decent.Sound Quality – Good Enough, Great Transitions.60 Demo Songs, Duet Mode – Features For The Beginning Pianist.Control Panel And Interface – Intuitive.