Casio AP-S450BN

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Casio AP-S450BN

Casio

AP-S450BN

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 585058
Brand: Casio
Model: AP-S450BN
Price: $1,529.00

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Casio's nailed a surprisingly good feel here with that hybrid action, and the sounds are a real step up from their entry-level models. It's a great choice for students, apartment dwellers, or anyone wanting a compact piano with decent sound and connectivity without a premium-priced investment. The collaboration with Bechstein clearly influenced the sound profile.

Product Description

  • Casio AP-S450BN
  • Casio AP-S450BN 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-Modus
  • Transpose
  • Songs: 60 (Music Library)
  • 2 (Demo)
  • 256-Voice polyphony
  • Visual Information Bar
  • MIDI Play/Recording
  • Audio-Play/Recording (to USB)
  • Effects: 4x Hall Simulator
  • 8x Reverb
  • 2 Levels Surround
  • Compatible with the CASIO Music Space app
  • instrument developed in collaboration with C. Bechstein
  • Bluetooth MIDI & Audio (per WU-BT10)
  • 2x Headphone output/line out: 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): 1393 x 299 x 866 mm
  • Weight: 37.6 kg
  • Colour: Brown

*Scope of delivery:*, AP-S450BN, WU-BT10, Sheet music stand, Power adapter (AD-E24250LW)

PROS
  • • Smart Hybrid Hammer Action delivers surprisingly realistic key feel.
  • • The AiR engine produces warm, nuanced tones – a noticeable upgrade.
  • • Compact design allows for placement in smaller living spaces.
  • • Bluetooth MIDI/Audio provides convenient connectivity and app integration.
CONS
  • • The visual information bar feels a bit utilitarian, lacking elegance.
  • • Sound projection, while decent, might require external speakers for larger rooms.
  • • Limited sound selection compared to higher-end digital pianos.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 88
Key Action Smart Hybrid Hammer Action (spruce wood/plastic composite)
Sounds 26 (including acoustic piano, electric piano, strings, and organ)
Polyphony 256-Voice
Speakers 2 x 20W (40W total)
Connections USB to Host, USB to Device, Headphone x2, MIDI (Bluetooth), Audio (Bluetooth)
Weight 37.6 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It sacrifices a *tiny* bit of absolute nuance compared to a top-tier wooden action, but the spruce wood composite provides a much more realistic feel than purely plastic actions found on cheaper instruments.
Absolutely, the Bluetooth MIDI and Audio capabilities make it seamless for connecting to music production apps and using it as a controller or audio interface.
While not a replacement for a high-end acoustic piano, the AiR engine delivers a respectable sound quality suitable for dedicated practice and smaller performance settings.

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