musically challenged Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Hello to all. I am a newbie to this site, but I have followed the various topics on Piano Forums for several years. As an owner of a Casio dp this site is a better choice to possibly giving me some help. I purchased my px-800 in 2010 when I began piano lessons as a true, adult beginner. Now with almost 5 yrs of lessons and still a beginner (almost completed Alfred's book 2 with a several other pieces thrown in), I wonder if the time has come to trade-in my px-800 for an px-860 or a ap-650? Yes, I do like the "furniture look".In general I am satisfied with the 800 and have not experienced any technical problems, but as I'm developing musically I have noticed a couple of annoying, for me at least, issuses. 1. in the mid range notes, clacking of the keys is becoming very pronounced and annoying even whilst using a light touch or playing pp. The lower and upper ranges do have some clacking but it not anywhere as loud. 2. the pedals I find too small/short and too close together. I get the feeling they function just on/off with no half pedalling. Is this correct? 3. the keys, black and white are too smooth and slippery and many a time I have slipped off and landed on to another key. 4. at times it seems as if the tones are "off", almost too loud or "bright" compared to the acoustic Yamaha I use for lessons. The clacking keys and the pedals are the main reasons I am considering a new dp, but I do like the heavier touch of px-800 keys. In my part of Canada I can't seem to find a Casio dealer to try the new dp's. I have spent much time comparing specs, prices, and sizes of a whole host of dp's; the upshot is I am most likely looking at another Casio. Unfortunately the weight of a dp figures heavily into this picture, since the dp has to be moved upstairs/downstairs during the Christmas season. So any suggestions, pro, con or neutral are most appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Display Name Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Hi and welcome to the Casio Forums! The PX-850/860 or new Celvianos represent a significant upgrade over the previous generation (including the PX-800) - The new AiR sound source and keyboard action are quite a step up and really make for an enjoyable experience.... and the keys have a subtle texture to keep your fingers on them . Any way you can try them out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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