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Casio is not alone to produce a pro digital instrument in white - Yamaha and Korg have done it and many other companies have produced smaller MIDI controllers in white. I can see that white would pick up stage lighting, not to mention that the control knobs/faders probably stand out better on a dark stage. Interesting that Casio does not produce any other white pro-level keyboards. As I said initially, in pro reviews of the PX-5s it was the color and finish of the instrument that drew the most criticism. And anyone can walk into a music store and see how the PX-5s looks today after sitting on the showroom floor compared to other non-white instruments. I would bet the next gen of this model will be a different color and finish altogether.

I also keep my hands and instruments clean and in top condition, but my digital pianos are all black or woodgrain so it's easy without soap/water. I have two Yamaha keyboards that came in silver and the acid in my skin from normal contact erased some of the button lettering. Has anyone had skin acid affect the finish of their PX-5s?

I haven't bought a PX-5s yet because I can't stand the blue/white motif and I'm hoping the next model Casio comes out with will be a different color and finish. I have also noted that most of the criticism I have read of the PX-5s in magazine reviews is with the plastic finish. I'm not looking to start a debate about the finish of the current PX-5s - it is what it is. But as I've gone to music stores in my area, I've noticed that the PX-5s units that are on display look terrible, especially around the power button. Obviously people with grimey hands are responsible, but the flat white plastic finish of the PX-5s seems to really show dirt easily. My current DP's are black and easily cleaned with a microfiber cloth, so what are you PX-5s owners using to clean your keyboard, especially around the power button and sliders?

New keyboards are closely guarded secrets because existing stock on dealer shelves devaluates as soon as announcements are made. You won't hear about it until we all hear about it. However I would speculate that we could see some step-up model of the PX5s (PX7s?) at 2016 WNAMM next January. But then again, as long as the PX-5s is selling well there is nothing to keep Casio from delaying the release of a newer model.

http://large.teclacenter.com.br/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/600x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/c/a/casio_px_55_014.jpg I wish I could find this PX-5s stand and bag combo in the US. It is made in Brazil.