Casio AP-550 BN

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Casio AP-550 BN

Casio

AP-550 BN

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 585047
Brand: Casio
Model: AP-550 BN
Price: $1,626.90

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The AP-550 BN is a surprisingly capable instrument, especially considering its price point. The collaboration with C. Bechstein elevates the piano sounds, and the key action is much better than standard Casio fare – a great choice for intermediate players or those wanting a realistic feel without the premium cost of a top-tier digital piano.

Product Description

  • Casio AP-550 BN
  • Digital Piano
  • 88 Weighted keys with hammer action (Smart Hybrid Hammer Action
  • hybrid material made of spruce wood and plastic)
  • 26 Sounds with Multi-Dimensional Morphing AiR sound engine
  • Layer Split
  • Duet-Mode
  • Transpose
  • Songs: 60 (Music Library)
  • 2 (Demo)
  • 256-Voice polyphony
  • Visual Information Bar
  • MIDI Play/Recording
  • Audio-Play/Recording (to USB)
  • Effects: 4x reverb simulator
  • 8x reverb
  • 2x surround
  • Compatible with the CASIO Music Space app
  • instrument developed in collaboration with C. Bechstein
  • Bluetooth MIDI & Audio (per WU-BT10)
  • 2 Headphone/line outputs: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • USB to Host
  • USB to Device
  • 3-Way pedal unit (damper
  • sostenuto
  • soft)
  • Speaker system 2 x 20 W
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 1401 x 440 x 891 mm
  • Weight: 49.5 kg
  • Colour: Brown
  • Includes WU-BT10
  • sheet music stand
  • power supply unit (AD-E24250LW)
PROS
  • • Smart Hybrid Hammer Action delivers surprisingly realistic key feel.
  • • Bechstein collaboration yields a warm, nuanced tonal palette.
  • • The Visual Information Bar is genuinely useful for quick settings.
  • • Solid speaker system provides adequate volume for home practice.
CONS
  • • The spruce/plastic hybrid action, while good, isn't a full acoustic experience.
  • • Limited sound selection compared to higher-end digital pianos.
  • • The brown finish might not appeal to everyone's aesthetic.

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Key Features

Keys 88
Key Action Smart Hybrid Hammer Action (spruce wood/plastic)
Sounds 26 (including piano, electric piano, strings, organs)
Polyphony 256-Voice
Speakers 2 x 20W
Connections USB to Host/Device, MIDI (Bluetooth), 2x 6.3mm line outputs
Weight 49.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Smart Hybrid Action feels significantly more responsive and nuanced, offering better dynamic range and a more realistic 'bounce' than previous Casio models, thanks to the spruce wood component.
While Bluetooth MIDI is fine for general use, the audio output via Bluetooth might experience slight latency; a wired connection is recommended for performance scenarios requiring absolute timing.
Yes, Duet Mode is functional, allowing two players to use different octaves or sounds, making it ideal for teaching or collaborative playing – though the visual information bar can become a bit cramped.

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