Casio CTK-6200 Portable Electronic Keyboard, 61-Key

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Get creative with 700 editable tones, 150 arpeggio types, 210 play-along rhythm styles, 115 tweakable effects -- and record it all on the 16-track sequencer.

The Casio CTK-6200 is ideal for all ambitious music lovers: It inspires creative music making and music production with its 61 piano-style keys, 210 rhythms and 700 tones, plus a tone and rhythm editor and pitch bend wheel. Naturally, the extensive features also include an audio input to connect a CD or MP3 player. This features lets you listen to your favourite tunes through the keyboard speakers in Playback mode and play along on the keyboard. The CTK-6200 really gets your creative juices flowing!

16-track Song Sequencer and 32-channel Mixer

The Song Sequencer provides 16 tracks plus one system track, and supports recording of up to five songs and a total of approximately 12,000 notes. Each individual musical instrument part can be recorded to a different track for real multi-track recording capabilities. A full selection of editing tools include event insert, event delete, event copy, quantize, a locator feature for selecting the range of notes to be edited, and more. A step recording function also lets you input notes by specifying the length and pitch. Completed recordings can be converted to SMF (Standard MIDI File) format and stored to an SD memory card.

Rhythm Editor

Rhythm Editor lets you combine instrument parts from multiple built-in rhythms, turn individual instrument parts on or off, and adjust volume, pan, reverb, and other parameters to create your own original rhythms. You can even create original rhythms for NORMAL, FILL IN, INTRO, and ENDING read more accompaniment patterns. You can store up to 10 original rhythms in memory for instant recall whenever you need them.

Multiple Digital Effects

Built-in effects include reverb (10 types), chorus (5 types), and DSP (100 types using 46 effect types including delay, phaser, flanger, wah, rotary, and more). You can apply different effects to a tone to create exactly the sound you want. By adjusting the parameters of the DSP effect types, you can create original DSP effects and store up to 100 original types in memory for later recall. DSP and chorus cannot be used simultaneously.

Equalizer

Incorporates five selectable frequency characteristics, including "Bright" for a lively sound emphasizing the treble range and "Powerful" with a stress on volume.

Registrations: Save 32 Keyboard Setups for Quick Recall

A simple operation saves the current setup, including tone, rhythm, and other settings for instant recall when you need them. * You even can save tones to which effector effects are being applied. Recalling a registration instantly changes the digital keyboard's setup, making this a great tool for live stage performances. The CTK-6200 gives you 4 sets x 8 banks for 32 setups.

Tone Editor

Tone Editor can be used to adjust attack time, release time, cut off, vibrato, reverb, chorus, DSP, and other parameters as desired. You can create distinctively original tones for performances and music creation sessions.

Arpeggiator

With the arpeggiator, you can play various arpeggios and other phrases automatically by simply pressing keys on the keyboard. You can select from 150 different arpeggiato types, including playing arpeggios from a fingered chord, guitar phrases, and more.

SD Memory Card Slot

Song sequencer, tone editor, and other data can be saved to an SD or SDHC memory card. SMF (Standard MIDI File) data stored on an SD or SDHC memory card can be played back on the digital keyboard.

Audio Inputs and Outputs

Different input/output terminals are provided to meet a variety of different needs: an audio in terminal (AUDIO IN) for audio device input that can be output through the speakers, and line out terminals (L/MONO, R) for connection of the mixer of a stage PA system or other devices.

USB Port

The USB port provides easy computer and MIDI send/receive connection. It also enables quick and simple transfer of song sequencer, pattern sequencer, tone editor and other data, as well as audio data recorded to an SD memory card from an audio device between the digital keyboard and a computer. Download of a special Data Manager 6.1 application is required in order to transfer data to a computer.

AHL Sound Source

The sound source is pre-programmed with digital samples of acoustic musical instruments recorded using the most advanced digital technology. Thanks to CASIO original sound technology, the AHL sound source is capable of reproducing all of the natural smoothness of the original waveform.

700 Built-in Tones and 10 User Tones

The AHL sound source delivers a lineup of 700 different built-in tones. You also can store up to 10 of your own original tones for instant recall whenever you need them.

210 Preset Rhythms and Auto Accompaniment

A total of 210 preset rhythms cover a wide range of musical genres, from rock and pops, to jazz, Latin, piano pieces, and more. Simply select the built-in rhythm you want and Auto Accompaniment provides you with backup that is the next best thing to having a professional band at your disposal.

Large Dial

A large operation dial really comes in handy during music creation using sequencer functions and mixer functions.

Display

The display shows the currently selected tone name and rhythm name, along with a wealth of other information. On the sequencer screen, for example, you can check the current status and volume level of each of the 16 tracks, and other setting information at a glance.

Piano-Style Keyboard and Touch Response

The keyboard is designed and engineered to provide a realistic piano experience. Just like a grand piano keyboard, Touch Response causes sound that is output to change in accordance with the amount of pressure applied to the keys.

High-output 2-Way Bass Reflex Speakers

A 7W+7W high-output bass reflex 2-way 4-speaker system delivers rich sound from low range to high. The speakers can be used as high-quality monitoring speakers during performances and music creation sessions.

Pitch Bend Wheel

The pitch bender wheel makes it easy to add realistic sounding guitar choking, sax bending, and other effects to keyboard play.

Music Presets

Music presets provide one-touch access to Auto Accompaniment, tone, reverb, and other settings that are configured in accordance with representative chord progressions. A total of 305 presets let you easily configure the keyboard for a wide variety of different musical styles. In addition to built-in presets, you can create your own original presets (user presets) and store them in memory for later recall.

Features:

- 61 piano-style keys
- 700 tones
- 210 rhythms
- LC display, data entry dial
- 100 DSP effects
- Arpeggiator
- Tone and rhythm editor
- Pitch bend wheel
- 32 settings in the registration memory
- 17 track sequencer
- 32 channel mixer
- SD card slot (2-32 GB)
- USB
- Audio In terminal
- Can be battery operated
- 2x 6 W bass reflex speakers
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For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-435-7732
Web: https://world.casio.com/support/

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted May 7, 2015 by Alan Labrie in Tamworth, NH

"Excellent Portability with Average Sound"

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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As an owner of a Roland keyboard and Yamaha digital piano, I was reluctant to purchase a Casio; however, I wanted a light, portable keyboard with decent sound on a budget. The Casio CTK-6200 met this need. This keyboard is an excellent value and provides a lot of features for a keyboard player on a budget. For example, the sequencer offers a lot of features, but...it is a bit clunky to navigate. While this keyboard has a 32 channel mixer, it is difficult to quickly navigate through the channels on it; however, for under $200, the aforementioned features are and excellent value. Nonetheless, Roland or Yamaha offer far better options for sequencing and mixing. I have done a few gigs with this Casio keyboard due to its portability. It should be noted that the onboard speakers are "cheap" sounding. To get the best performance, this keyboard needs a sustain pedal AND should be run through an external sound system. As a keyboard player that plays on worship teams, I found the default piano samples were very tinny, but...I used the tone editor to provide additional reverb, attack, and more "punch" to the piano tones. The fact that the tones can be editted increases the value of this keyboard. Overall, Casio makes a GOOD keyboard - not a GREAT keyboard. For a GREAT keyboard, be prepared to invest a minimum of $1,000 for a Yamaha, Roland, or a Korg. For a novice player or for a band keyboard player looking for a good keyboard on a budget, the Casio CTK-6200 is a decent choice. read more

Musical Background:
I am a professional organist, pianist, and keyboardist with over 30 years experience playing professionally.

Musical Style:
Christian, pop, classical, country, rock
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