Casio SA-81
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Casio
SA-81
Product Info
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The Casio SA-81 is a charming, ultra-affordable little keyboard. It's absolutely perfect for introducing young children to music or for casual, fun playing. Don't expect studio-quality sound or pro-level features, but for the price, it's a solid, surprisingly capable introduction to the world of keys.
Product Description
- Casio SA-81
- Keyboard
- 44 Mini keys
- 100 Sounds
- 50 Songs
- Layer
- Sustain
- 50 Styles/rhythms
- 32-Voice polyphonic
- Full dot display
- Reverb effects
- Metronome
- Transpose and octave shift
- Headphone output: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
- Battery operation possible (6x AA battery
- not included
- battery life approx. 17 hours)
- Power supply connection (suitable power supply Casio AD-E95100
- not included in delivery)
- Loudspeaker: 2x 0.8W
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 646 x 211 x 57 mm
- Weight: 1.4 kg
- Colour: Black/Grey
PROS
- • Surprisingly robust plastic casing for a budget keyboard.
- • The 100 sounds offer a wider variety than expected for this price range.
- • Compact size makes it incredibly portable for travel or lessons.
- • Layer function allows for surprisingly creative soundscapes, especially for kids.
CONS
- • Mini keys significantly limit playing comfort for experienced musicians.
- • Polyphony is restricted, leading to noticeable dropouts with complex layering.
- • Sound quality, while decent, lacks the warmth and nuance of higher-end instruments.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
44 Mini keys
Sounds
100 sounds, basic FM synthesis
Rhythms
50 styles/rhythms, simple drum patterns
Speakers
2x 0.8W, adequate for practice but lacks bass
Battery
6x AA (17 hours approx.)
Weight
1.4 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the keys are not touch-sensitive. They provide a consistent volume regardless of how hard you press them.
No, the SA-81 lacks a USB port or MIDI connectivity for direct computer integration.
It's a step above the very cheapest models, offering a bit more sonic variety, but still firmly in the 'basic' category – don't expect rich tones.
