DOVER, N.J., Jan. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc., the world's leading maker
of powerful and affordable musical instruments, today announced the
release of the PX-S3100, the latest addition to the award-winning
Privia PX-S family of digital pianos. Featuring a breathtaking
German concert grand piano Tone with dramatically improved damper
and string resonance, enhanced speaker system and upgraded
Bluetooth connectivity, the PX-S3100 is simply the best value
available in a compact digital piano.
The PX-S3100 replaces the PX-S3000, which has become one of the
top-selling digital pianos on the market today and earned its
reputation for sound and features that are simply unprecedented at
its affordable price.
CLOSE YOUR EYES, AND IT'S A GRAND PIANO
The PX-S3100's
Smart Scaled Hammer Action Keyboard with Casio's unique key scaling
system reproduces the individual characteristics of each of its 88
keys, which are heavier in the lower range and become lighter as
the player ascends the instrument—just like an acoustic piano.
Combining this with simulated ebony/ivory key textures, which
provide a confident grip in any playing situation, the PX-S3100
delivers an authentic piano touch that is a dream to play. Adding
to the adrenalin rush is a stunning German concert grand piano
sound with newly-enhanced string and damper resonances. Listen
closely and you'll hear the complex harmonics that bloom from
inside the body of an acoustic piano, along with mechanical sounds
of dampers rising, keys being pressed, and keys returning to their
original position. Hammer response and key-off simulation deliver
greater detail, reacting naturally to playing dynamics. In
addition, Casio has upgraded the speakers and their enclosures with
newer materials. The result is a wider dynamic range and a more
natural sound that is much clearer throughout the volume range.
OPEN YOUR EYES, AND IT'S A WORK OF ART
Weighing less
than 25 pounds, the PX-S3100 is a marvel in design. It retains its
predecessor's reputation for being the slimmest1 and
lightest digital piano in the world, in a beautiful case that's
barely larger than the keys themselves. The instrument's display
and touch sensor controls reveal themselves only when the power
button is pressed and are easy to see and use in any light. The
dynamic top panel is context-aware, presenting only the controls
needed at any moment, while the bright, backlit LCD makes
exploration a breeze. Then they all disappear when powered off,
leaving only a sleek, clean, piano-like finish to admire.
AWARD-WINNING DNA
As the new flagship of the Privia
PX-S line, the PX-S3100 inherits a storied legacy. The PX-S family
won the 2021 Dealer's Choice Award in not one but two categories —
Home Digital Keyboard of the Year and Pro Digital Keyboard of the
Year — from the highly respected musical instrument industry
publication Musical Merchandise Review. Both accolades are
the result of votes by retailers based on sales and customer
satisfaction, indicating that the PX-S3100 is the best choice for
both making music at home and performing on stage.
THE JOY OF DISCOVERY
The PX-S3100 provides the
all-important fun factor to keep musicians of all ages and
experience levels engaged while exploring their creativity. Beyond
acoustic piano, 700 stunning tones cover electric keyboards,
organs, synths, strings, brass, percussion, and more. Drum kits
come alive with authentic acoustic drums, vintage drum machine
sounds, and a vast collection of percussion instruments and sound
effects. Automatic accompaniment is also on hand in the form of 200
drum rhythms or fully arranged, interactive backing tracks
featuring old favorites and chart-topping hits. In addition, a
three-track MIDI recorder captures performances, and editable DSP
effects including a hall simulator polish the sound to a
studio-quality shine.
WIRED OR WIRELESS — CONNECT HOW YOU WANT
The
PX-S3100's connectivity far outclasses the competition. The
included WU-BT10 Bluetooth® adapter adds wireless MIDI
and audio capabilities, letting users stream songs from their
mobile devices through the piano's powerful speaker system, or
explore a whole world of Bluetooth LE-compatible MIDI devices and
software. What's more, the new Casio Music
Space for Piano app for iOS and Android (connected via
Bluetooth or a USB cable) offers deep control of all the PX-S3100's
functions and provides interactive music lessons that play like a
video game, making the process of learning music fun and
encouraging. For example, users can learn MIDI songs with a
graphical piano roll, learn to play audio files with independent
pitch and tempo adjustment, and view PDF scores. Remarkably, the
PX-S3100 goes anywhere you want to play—on a table or stand, on
your bed, or on stage, thanks to its ¼" line outputs, dual
headphone jacks, and ability to be powered by either an included AC
adapter or 6 AA batteries.
"The Casio Privia PX-S3100 is the pinnacle of what our mission
has always been," says Stephen
Schmidt, Vice President of Casio's Electronic Musical
Instruments Division. "That's to offer the most advanced features
and highest quality sound, at the most affordable price. We are
confident that the PX-S3100 will bring joy to home players and
gigging pros alike."
The PX-S3100 will be available for purchase in February at music
retailers nationwide and CasioMusicGear.com, at a retail price of
$1,179.99. To learn more about
Casio's entire portfolio of electronic musical instruments, please
visit www.CasioMusicGear.com.
*The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Casio
Computer Co., Ltd. is under license.
1Among digital pianos with 88 hammer-action keys and
built-in speakers, according to a Casio survey as of July 7, 2021
About Privia
Casio's Privia line of digital
pianos redefines the digital piano category with unprecedented
sound quality and performance features in stylish, elegant designs
that are supremely portable. Featuring superb grand piano sounds
and a new Tri-Sensor 88 note scaled hammer action keyboard and some
models weighing only 25 lbs., Casio's Privia digital pianos are
versatile enough for any home, studio, or stage. The award-winning
grand piano sound in Privia has been dramatically improved and now
utilizes more than three times the memory of the previous
generation for a more natural piano tone. In addition, Casio's new
proprietary sound source "AiR" (Acoustic and intelligent Resonator)
provides unmatched realism, detail and seamless dynamics for a
remarkably expressive and powerful performance. For additional
information on Casio's Privia digital pianos, please
visit www.CasioMusicGear.com
About Casio America,
Inc.
Casio
America, Inc., Dover, N.J.,
is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading
manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment
solutions. Established in 1957, Casio
America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, digital
cameras, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label
printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic
products. Casio has strived to fulfill its corporate creed of
"creativity and contribution" through the introduction of
innovative and imaginative products. For more information,
visit www.casiousa.com.
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