Rudolph R-N R Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 (edited) NAMM 2018 is here and no new software updates to the MZ line. In fact, it looks like they’ve got a new chip with higher quality sound that goes into this cheaper line of boards, which apparently range from $174 to $700? CT-X700 to CT-X5000. Only description of CT-X5000 i found The soundcloud demos are impressive: Lowest end models sound examples. Am disappointed that an upgrade to the PX-5s didn’t come out, that seems like a slam dunk given they’ve already done most of the work with the new screen and user interface. That’s probably just a matter of time though, they seem to have sold tons of those boards and it’s established Casio with serious live performing keyboardists that want a decent action and sounds at a low price and weight. Am also dissapointed they don’t seem to be putting any more resources into developing the MZ series as of yet. There have been a lot of good, reasonable ideas put out by forum members, things like being able to use the organ sliders for other functions, and making the hex tones easier to use and edit, etc., etc. My guess is that the mid-level arranger market is hard to crack, there’s tons of competition, even with the MZ being unique and an outstanding value. It’ll probably take them another 5 years of being a value leader in this segment with continual investment before they’d make the kind of break thru that they’ve had with the PX-5s. Edited January 26, 2018 by Randelph Brad feedback/request 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Saucier Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Hold up there. Don't jump to conclusions. The MZX series is still new. Casio has to do business in other areas too. They can't solely focus on high end products. You should rename this thread. The title is misleading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonh Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 They testing the market and showing what they can do it takes time to get into workstation market the high end one I said before if Casio did workstation which is technically superior to the others but demand high price for it how many of you including myself would buy when you have choice of Yamaha Korg or Casio and all cost 2000/3000 £ even if Casio would have better specs ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolph R-N R Posted January 26, 2018 Author Share Posted January 26, 2018 Is that ok now Brad? I thought it would go without saying that it was my opinion. You’’re right, it’s only been out about a year now, for some reason i was thinking it’d been at least a year and a half, maybe 2 years. @ Leonh, personally i don’t think they need to go to another board, i just wish they’d put more resources into finishing this one: - Sliders used for other purposes beyond organ and hex tones - Ipad editor for hex tones, and better onboard editing/use of hex tones - Factory sponsored sample and Tone packages, hopefully free Of course there’s more, but those are the main one i have. Randy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Saucier Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 I feel confident they will release some more sounds for the MZX series. They'll probably add some of the new sounds in CTX line. I also see them doing at least one more firmware update. I can say there will be no iPad editor. The touchscreens replaced computer data editors that previous non-touch screen products had. They won't put both into one product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Saucier Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 Also, I'm not exactly sure which forum this thread should be in. I created a CT-X forum earlier today dedicated to that series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolph R-N R Posted January 27, 2018 Author Share Posted January 27, 2018 @ Brad, well, i hope you’ll let it stay in this forum, i wrote to the people with the MZ in mind, and most of what i had to say is relevant to the MZ, as well as your response. Feeling frustrated, i had almost finished a post in response to your first one, and i lost it (i saw you had posted, checked it out, and the copied text didn’t take). Oh well, done for the day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Saucier Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 No worries Randelph. I was concerned with keeping everything organized so people can find the relevant information for each model. You're right, this is more MZX related than CTX. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee33 Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 You can already pre order the new line on a UK website. The CTX5000 is listed at £409 with delivery date of June sort of time.. Check your stockist... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casiofun Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 It would be out of character for Casio to start building high end workstations at Yahama, Korg, Roland, and Kawai price points. I don't think they would sell well. Casio has always undercut the competition giving the buyer bang for the buck. Casio has delinated itself on price with the Grand Hybrid which is a different product line. These compete with the more expensive Yahama Clavinova, Kawai, and Roland digitals. In a way Casio has lost some of its advantage because the competition now makes more home and entry level gear at lower price points cutting into Casio's market share at the lower end. From the little I've seen so far these new low end boards have new sounds and a new sound source. The CT-X 700 sounds impressive for $175 board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oscar1 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 I was hoping for MZX with privia keybed..... or privia with MZX features, interface and pads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvano Silva Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I just logged in because I made a point of congratulating Randelph. Users from parts other than Brazil are beginning to understand why the MZ-X has been forgotten especially for its price that is superior. We are expecting a new update and have already been exposed here dozens of improvements in the SOFTWARE where most users are professionals who already work with other brands of professional keyboards have already reported these deficiencies including me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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