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Hi everyone, and welcome to another piano review at the Merriam Pianos KZfaq channel. In this video, we’ll be checking out the Casio CDP-S350.
This is a super portable, 88-note, weighted digital piano with auto-accompaniment, 100’s of on-board sounds and even battery operated functionality.
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Piano Background:
The CDP-S350 is a relatively new entry to the market, and it essentially replaces the hugely popular PX-160. The 160 really threw down the gauntlet for the entry level market by redefining what was possible for the price point, and forced the competition to play catch up. With that in mind, the S350 has some pretty big shoes to fill here in terms of the influence of its predecessor.
Piano Sound:
From a sound standpoint, there’s two 8 watt speakers, and even while cranked, don’t really distort. Tone wise, the overall quality is definitely on par with what you’re getting in the price range from Yamaha and Roland, while the default piano sample is actually a little bit better.
In terms of accessing the other tones, navigation is super easy and clear via the “Tone” and “Category” buttons. The quality of the other patches, such as E pianos, strings and brass, is very impressive, to the point where I’d say the patches are some of the best I’ve heard loaded into a digital piano that isn’t a stage instrument/workstation.
One potential drawback here is that the tone engine only has 64 note polyphony. While this may not be a big deal for some, if you want to get into recording or layering, the 64 notes will not get you very far.
Another cool thing worth mentioning is the auto-accompaniment feature. There’s a variety of pre-loaded drum rhythms, along with optional harmonic accompaniment as well. This is of course super fun, and could actually come in handy in a gigging section.
Piano Action:
This action is slightly different from the action in Casio’s PX-S series, though it is somewhat similar. There’s an exaggerated texture on both the white and black keys - some folks will like this, others won’t, so it’s definitely worth trying this action before you buy this instrument if you’re an experienced player.
The weighting is solid, though probably a lighter touch than what you’ll find in the comparable Roland piano. It actually feels similar to Yamaha’s GHS action, albeit with a more exaggerated texture here.
The sensor is only a double here, so obviously it’s not ideal for those seeking super accurate MIDI output.
Features/Connectivity:
The S350 comes standard with a small plastic switch pedal, though this can be updated. There’s a headphone jack that can double as an output jack if you purchase an adapter. The S350 is not compatible with a triple pedal system, so keep this in mind as well.
Summary:
The piano has a great tone, solid action, and is loaded feature wise for the price. Where the debate might begin though is whether or not this is the right instrument for someone who is learning piano for the first time. There’s no doubt it’s going to be a great option for those looking for a super portable instrument, or a low cost rehearsal/gig option. For someone just starting out, I’d recommend the PX-S1000 or 3000, or the Roland FP10 as there’s a greater focus on the piano touch. This will still work, but it’s definitely focused towards someone who already has experience.
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