Casio CT-S1 Portable Keyboard Unboxing and First Impressions

Welcome back to another video! In today's video, I unbox and take a first look at the new Casio CT-S1. This portable keyboard is an ideal option for anyone looking to start playing the piano OR someone looking for something small and lightweight to play literally anywhere (like me). This keyboard has 61-touch sensitive textured keys, a high quality AiX sound source, amazing performance, and several included free online lessons, making the CT-S1 a beginners dream!
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[@claydavis9744]

Great video! Noticed a lot of comments from people saying they are beginning the journey to learn piano. I feel compelled to offer my advice that you should get the cheapest 88 weighted key(s) board that you can find. Memorize the keys however works for you. Learn songs that you like (I recommend Beatles covers via you tube)... & before you know it you will be playing II-V-I's in different keys. Obviously not that quick & simple, it does takes hours of practice... but the thing when considering what actually is a beginners keyboard for someone starting out, is how much patience and interest you have. As a long time pianist, I just purchased this specific keyboard not as a beginner & neither did the talented person :) who posted this video. When I was just learning, this kind of keyboard only helps to an extent - more so if you are playing in a band with friends where you can establish rhythm and timing. Orrrr I guess if you take the time to play against a stored rhythm on the keyboard itself. But there is no denying an unweighted keyboard can be frustrating to play as a beginner because there is zero forgiveness on unweighted keys and can lead to giving up. Don't be fooled, the OP is a very gifted player... and it's ironically more challenging to play his example tunes on this "beginner" keyboard than what you might consider a more advanced board or piano. For $100-$200 more you could have an 88 weighted key Yamaha that will make you better faster period. Or for $100 cheaper or honestly for free you could have an unweighted keyboard, dry erase marker or stickers to mark down all the notes... and by all means that route is fine too but can bet the dowry it has a lower success rate. Either way you have to learn/unlock/memorize the individual notes and put them to rhythm patterns. Notes make chords. chords make progressions, progressions become theory -- eventually the sky is the limit after a few committed years. But again, in my likely annoying to this point opinion, you find the teeth and passion of learning quicker and stronger with an 88 weighted keyboard or piano. I'd like to say there's no wrong way, but if you want to learn and play the piano faster and without throwing in the towel .. learn on the real thing. There is a reason the old lady across the street teaches 5th graders on an actual piano :) --- Also to be clear this is a great video and I bought this exact keyboard. Not to learn, but because I was trying to find the best bang for the buck board that takes batteries to bring camping or playing in the park, ect. One love! - I hope this comment didn't sound pretentious.. the world needs more piano players :)

[@lifesavapor]

God bless you this was a beautiful and inspiring comment

[@renekaaij6236]

Great point! I also bought the CTS1 not as a beginner, but as a professional producer and musician. Just for playing on the couch, writing songs or jam with others! Just because of the menu-free interface and the great sounds for the price! Really learning to play piano may be better on an weighted keyboard with 88 keys and hammer action, but this keyboard can be inspiring for beginners as well, who don't need an arranger keyboard.

[@kirkwilliams2127]

Agree 100%. This is nOT a learning piano

[@renekaaij6236]

Bought my Ct-s1 two weeks ago, also as a second portable piano and absolutely love it! If you use the SP3 or SP20 sustain pedal from Casio, you won't experience any problem with it, they work perfectly!

[@Khordmaster]

Dope thanks man!

[@mushy_zzz6583]

hey, just wondering if you need a sustain pedal or is there a sustain feature on the piano?

[@AltheaGabrielleAlvaro]

​you really really need it, a sustain pedal can help make the key you're pressing making it a longer note

[@tomlavelle8518]

My new starter piano! If I can stick with it, I’ll get something better later. But for now, WOW I love it!!!😁

[@Khordmaster]

Congratulations on your purchase!!! I hope you enjoy it as much as I am!!

[@MegaFrankgarcia]

Hello, I just bought myself the same exact white CS-1, I have no experience with the piano, but I absolutely love the sound of this keyboard. I have learned 2 songs for now, just have to get faster & more precise, but it's been a blast playing with this machine. Great Video!!

[@Khordmaster]

Awesome! And thank you!

[@virgilgray]

You have to plug the sustain pedal in BEFORE turning on the keyboard and it will automatically set the sustain pedal.

[@Khordmaster]

Tried! Didn’t work that way with this board 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@virgilgray]

Then I would find one with a palarity switch. There is absolutely no need to tear it apart as the other person said.

[@DanielOblak]

I do love when keyboards detect the status of a connected pedal when you first turn on the keyboard -- more manufactures should adopt this idea. I have just been in the habit of only buying pedals that have a polarity switch on them -- ever since I ended up having to play a wedding with the pedal 'backwards' the whole day! Here are the defaults from some common manufacturers: Yamaha sustain pedals are normally closed circuits (connected terminals when pedal not yet depressed) Roland are normally closed circuits Casio are normally open circuits (not connected when pedal not depressed) Korg are normally open circuits

[@timothyjuvent7663]

Actually theres a switch below the pedal. Hope this will help

[@frankschwartz7405]

I believe most Casio pedals will work properly. Many other brands operate backwards. (Don't use one myself)

[@Khordmaster]

👌🏾👌🏾

[@RetroPlus]

For some reason a lot of the time keyboards have reverse polarity on the sustain, a lot of sustain pedals have little switches on them that reverse the polarity so you can use them on both types of inputs

[@Khordmaster]

Thanks! Yep figured that put after banging my head against the wall for s few minutes. Figuratively speaking lol

[@baharcelik7117]

Hello Has this jack input?

[@RetroPlus]

@@baharcelik7117 Yes

[@bestrickie2]

Ur sustain pedal might have a polarity switch you’ll need to switch round. Good instrument and you play very well.

[@Khordmaster]

Thanks! yeah i had to buy a different sustain pedal and I am good now!

[@GubrikGaming]

Thanks fo the review. That will be my first Keyboard. I used to play when I was a child, but now, I was looking for something that doesn't sound like a plastic cheap toy. But I didn't want to spend a lot of money. I'm not a profesional :D

[@Khordmaster]

it's a fantastic keyboard! I think you'll love it!

[@michaelwheeler3123]

Casio uses opposite polarity as just about everyone else - oh, you just figured it out on the video :-D

[@Khordmaster]

Lol thanks!

[@douglasw.7864]

An excellent review. I like your easy going style. Just subscribed!

[@Khordmaster]

That means a lot! Thanks douglas!!!

[@mmohd7735]

Does it seem a little quiet? That was my first impression (as someone buying it as my first instrument)

[@Khordmaster]

Nah I don’t think so! I think the volume is very reasonable for its size and price!

[@yuwehbritannia530]

Thanks a lot for your review. Appreciate it ❤️🔥 I ordered this yesterday and I'm so excited to receive it.

[@Khordmaster]

Awesome congratulations on the purchase!!!! Such an amazing keyboard! Hope you enjoy!

[@hehehhe5461]

As a beginner do you think this piano would be enough to play most popular songs or would I need an 88 key keyboard

[@Khordmaster]

Absolutely!

[@Parke3e]

Im very new to this stuff and i dont even know how to play lol, i thought i should get this one, but i also thought a yamaha would be good? If you could help with that stuff, please do, also great vid!

[@Khordmaster]

this is a great affordable starter piano! join the community on patreon to continue the conversation! www.patreon.com/khordmaster

[@kirkwilliams2127]

Get a full size 88 weighted keys for beginner. It really is a must.

[@benedictdsilva3954]

you should use a sustain pedal with a polarity switch. yamaha and casio have opposite polarities..

[@Khordmaster]

Yup! Got one, thanks!

[@fgeorge7434]

Casio also have this problem with chargers

[@ruden64]

really impressed by the sound quality of this little thing!

[@Khordmaster]

Yeah it’s really a great sounding very affordable portable piano!

[@elchapo8670]

Awesome, i wanted to start playing piano and i wanna buy this for christmas

[@Khordmaster]

You should! To both!

[@BUJU2007]

You need a specific sustain pedal to work with that keyboard. I ended up having to buy one.

[@itsrainingcatsanddogs]

what's really a sustain pedal?

[@venierollamas4342]

Does it have transpose?

[@Khordmaster]

I believe so, yes!

[@tompastian3447]

Dear Khordmaster, I'm trying to get someone who has the CTS1 tell what the "layering " function is. One demo on youtube mentioned that you can adjust the volume of each layer. Does layering mean that you can select a preset like an organ preset, then add strings and piano presets that will play with that preset ? That would be a great feature for live performances if that is what layering means. Or is layering where you record a song on the internal digital recorder, and then play along with that recording using the preset of your choice, and adjust the volume as you wish? Someone posted that layering is mentioned in the manual on page 32 -33, and page 67. Hope to hear from you about that feature, and thanks for your video !

[@Khordmaster]

Hey! I will check when I get a chance and get back to you!

[@tompastian3447]

@@Khordmaster Thanks for the reply KM. I've had a couple of replys that confirm that you can layer a preset / voice with one other voice. You can adjust the volume and sustain of the layer added and store it using "My Settings" feature, so it will be loaded for further use. Tony from Piano Tone replied with this info, doing a demo of the CTS1. It's a great feature if it works like I'm hoping it will.

[@kirkwilliams2127]

Not a beginner learning piano. If you’re a beginner 88 weighted keys are an absolute must. But, this is noice and I’m buying one as a cheap travel keyboard I can take in the camper and boat. if it get ruined no biggie. But at least we can keep playing while adventuring. At home we have a more pro level 88 keyboard with weighted keys. I sure wish this had weighted keys but at least they are full size. If you’re learning you really need to start with weighted keys.

[@Khordmaster]

all well said and thats exactly the use case that this keyboard excels at. You may wanna look at the Roland Go Keys 5 (I think its called) as I heard the keybed on that one is better than this...

[@johnhorazy12notes]

Yamaha and Casio have different sustain pedals. There is a pedal that has a witch to use one pedal. It is best to get different pedals because switches could fail when you need it most. Batteries: rechargeable batteries do not put out the same powers a a regular battery. In addition rechargeable batteries not only cost more, but they get weaker over a short period of time. Just use regular AA Batteries. The music rest is great. The only difference is color of plastic on the red keyboard is black. White matches white and black matches with black keyboard. My own CT-S1 is red having a black music stand. The quality of the stand is fine. I like the black stand with the red keyboard because it makes the black keys stand out nicely. Then you can use the earphone plug to plug into an amplifier. Depending on what is on the amplifier you can do some sounds that will wake and get the attention of the neighborhood. 61 keys on the instrument are a different setting, what? Finally the real complete manual to the instrument is on line. An important factor is the 64 polyphony compared to other instruments in this price range. Whenever looking for a keyboard the polyphony is a major consideration for sound quality regardless of the brand name.

[@Khordmaster]

Really appreciate the detailed response!!

[@SergioGarcia-jg3yy]

You can go into settings and tell the keyboard you're using alkalines or rechargeables. I use rechargeables in my Yamaha Reface CP (never used the plug) with no problems.

[@Splatdash]

As a beginner I think I'm going to chose this piano

[@Khordmaster]

Great choice!

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

Glad you found something that you like!

[@Khordmaster]

Ayeeee appreciate it! Now if I can figure out why my live was glitching like that last night I’d really be in business lol

[@brushveltronaldoiawphniaw990]

Regarding that sustain pedal problem. Its not inverted. You must not step on the pedal whilst powering it on.

[@Khordmaster]

im aware of the power on thing. this one needs a pedal with a polarity switch for sure

[@ThePianoJourneyMusic]

Love The Color! Will Definitely stand out than the more boring looking black looking keyboards

[@Khordmaster]

Yesssss thanks! That was my thought exactly. It’s a real slick looking keyboard and super functional 👌🏾

[@tompastian3447]

About the white CTS1, I wish all electronic devices like TV.s, radios, remotes, amplifiers, computers, copiers, printerrs, phones, recorders, vcr's (now almost obsolete) dishwashers, etc. were white. I like being able to see what button or slider to press in a dim or dark room. I have a Casio CTK 500, still learning to memorize some of the presets, and I need a flashlight to see the print on the black control panel. One thing I will say for the old analog TVs, radios, record players, etc. is that they had knobs, so you could easily see what station you were on, what volume marker was set at, same with treble and bass knobs etc. There were TV's, radios, stereo systems, with lighted dials that told you what channel or station your were set at with a glance. Many of the high end dishwashers are concealing the controls in the top of the door, so you have to open the dishwasher to look at your settings. I far prefer accessibility and clarity over aesthetics.

[@littlewigglemonster7691]

Would this work well for first piano,??? So many say i need full one.

[@Khordmaster]

Beginner Piano Recommendation?

[@kevinbatdorf]

At 4:09 did you figure out what they are for?

[@Khordmaster]

Lmao I didn’t! 😭

[@kroolwrld]

I don’t know what these are for either !!!! Should I just throw em away

[@kroolwrld]

I figured out what they are I messaged casio personally. They are strap blocks. When you put a guitar strap on your piano you put on those blocks after wards and it helps keep the strap more secure.

[@MiguelGTR34]

wait is the phone out/ line out not 1/4 jack? Also what cable do i need for connecting it to my DAW? i would appreciate ur answer

[@Khordmaster]

Correct 3.5 mm headphone out. And a USB type b (I believe) or maybe A I don’t remember

[@MiguelGTR34]

thank you! great review@@Khordmaster

[@TamirOrkobysPiano]

Numa compact 1? Why didnt you?

[@alennychang3130]

Can this keyboard be used as a MIDI controller?

[@Khordmaster]

Casio CT-S1 as a midi controller? Of course!

[@mobeats2443]

Nice review, but I've got to say, dropping the plastic bag that the power cable came in on the floor at 3:02, really bothered me.

[@Khordmaster]

Lmaooooo mission accomplished

[@mobeats2443]

@@Khordmaster c’mon my brother, don’t do that again, I beg!

[@nugrahawicaksana3174]

Hey man! As I know that there is a little switcher in the bottom of the pedal that you have to set it to what your keyboard brand is.

[@MikhaillllKing]

bro, have you found out what are those 2 rubber bands in a small plastic zip bag for? it's on 4:11 cheers

[@Khordmaster]

unfortunately not! and this keyboard is long gone!!! someone spilled water on it at the coffee shop I used to play at

[@MikhaillllKing]

@@Khordmaster ah sorry to hear this. thx anyway

[@TylerLarew]

Stuck between if I want the white or black one. They both look nice. The red is a bit too bold for me.

[@Khordmaster]

The white one is sleeeeeeek

[@Khordmaster]

Lovinggggg this new lightweight keyboard! It is perfect for my needs. As mentioned in the video, I had some issues with my Yamaha FC4 and FC41 sustain pedals. They worked opposite what you would expect. Something to do with polarity. Anyway, I ordered a new one with a polarity switch which gets delivered today, so once I try it out, I will update this comment with my findings. Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE, as it truly helps support the channel. Thanks! Edit!!! I purchased this pedal and it works perfectly 🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾 amzn.to/3yVrrj9

[@jamesivanmarionrosete5191]

Its a simple problem, different types of brand will not work with each other, or buy a pedal of the same brand or one with a polarity switch

[@jamesivanmarionrosete5191]

@@giuliasidn it's a pedal that could possibly work with diff types of brands

[@ferchox00000]

How would you go around amplifying this keyboard? just a stereo mini male to stereo female adapter and it would work as normal ones?

[@soloosel57]

If we connect the USB port on the CT-S1 to the USB port on a Mac, could the CT-S1 serve as a controller for Virtual Instruments??

[@Khordmaster]

For sure it’s MIDI class compliant

[@jamesivanmarionrosete5191]

Loved the review!! Also wanna say that this keyboard will not work with a pedal of not the same brand, but it would if you get a pedal with a polarity switch or buy a pedal of the same brand, but anyways, have fun with the keyboard!! Imma get one of this soon!

[@Khordmaster]

Thanks james! And yup polarity switch equipped m audio switch works perfectly 🤌🏾

[@virgilgray]

You have to plug the sustain pedal in BEFORE turning on the keyboard and it will automatically set the sustain pedal.

[@vijaymanimaran4658]

Hey man, nice review! A question, if you compare Yamaha E373 and CT S1, which one do you think has the better piano sound? TIA

[@Khordmaster]

Thanks dude! No clue about that Yamaha. I can just say that the cts1 piano sounds are amazing especially when you connect it to some external speakers

[@jrzzrj]

Sustain pedal. I am surprised you didn't know the Yamaha and Casio pedals are opposite pole contacts. Also the DC power input is reversed. All so you can't use other brands but theirs...

[@Khordmaster]

Lol whys that surprising?

[@jrzzrj]

@@Khordmaster ----Well, I would have thought you already knew that before you "discovered it" (and with your vast knowledge) during your demo! You acted as if this revelation was a surprise 7:23 you never knew. But to be sure....NEVER switch Yamaha and Casio power supplies, as their polarities are also opposite and damage can be done. Just saying...💔

[@lawrencegenereux8567]

Maybe giving a good once-over to the instructions would have been a good idea.

[@Khordmaster]

Haha true

[@lawrencegenereux8567]

@@Khordmaster Still, you made a genuine and no BS video, and these days, that has become rare. 👍👍👍

[@Acousticmusiccoverlover]

How about the key noise? And did you test when wearing headphone 🎧, is the sound still great?

[@Khordmaster]

I am very happy with the keyboard action/lack of noise for the price! I would recommend trying at a store if you're on the fence, but I think it's great!

[@elazar1333]

Did everything get resolved with the sustain pedal? Which would you recommend to purchase with the CT-S1?

[@Khordmaster]

Sure did! M-Audio works great because they have a switch

[@amitanshusahoo9402]

Hey what did you do about the battery issue ? Also a very nice review 👍

[@Khordmaster]

Yo! I used higher quality alkaline batteries from Costco and it worked. Duracell

[@ferchox00000]

How would you go around amplifying this keyboard? just a stereo mini male to stereo female adapter and it would work as normal ones?

[@Khordmaster]

You can connect it from the 3.5 headphone output… i have mine connected to my ob4 speaker and it sounds amazing

[@jjacob25101]

Or a Y splitter that each one is mono. Not the Y sputters to use two headphones. If you want to connect to something like pro audio, you will need that Y adapter, and a pair of those mini male to ¼" female plug adapters to plug in standard guitar/instrument cables to L/Mono + R for stereo output.

[@bns8292]

El pedal se debe conectar con el teclado apagado, de otra manera se invierte el efecto del sostén.

[@akiftunes]

will this work as a MIDI if I connect with FL Studio??

[@Khordmaster]

Sure will

[@akiftunes]

@@Khordmaster great, thanks a lot I just bought it

[@randyjjj]

I am so stuck between Yamaha Piaggero NP-12 or this Casio CT-S1. Somebody help me decide. 😭

[@Khordmaster]

Ct-s1 is dope I’ll tell you that

[@randyjjj]

@@Khordmaster didn't expect the reply but thank you so much man! i'll probably go for it

[@randyjjj]

@@Khordmaster one last question if it's okay, is it really good as a performance accompaniment or it's really just for practice?

[@Khordmaster]

I mean at 220 bucks I think it’s a great value for either. That being said it won’t compare to things a lot more expensive naturally. Here’s my amazing affiliate link if you choose to go for it: amzn.to/3wG8qlH

[@jjacob25101]

@@Khordmaster It's not a pro instrument, but the sounds are up to par, but no pitch bend wheel, ¼" headphone and L/R audio outs like the newer, more expensive Casio CT-S500/CT-S1000V. But it will work with a 3.5mm male to dual 3.5mm female Y adapter, and a pair of 3.5mm make to ¼" female adapters to plug in a pair of standard guitar/instrument cables for L/R stereo outputs to an amplifier or PA system.

[@Prof_Alexander_Blanco]

¡Qué bien se siente sacarlo el piano de su caja!!!! Yo lo tengo en negro y lo compré hace un mes. Me encanta este piano

[@Khordmaster]

Que?

[@mosesmedina6898]

How do the keys feel ? I have the modx 88 and Roland rd 88 but I’m looking for a practice portable take anywhere keyboard .. but it all depends on the Keybed

[@Khordmaster]

So as you know that question is super subjective... That being said I own a fantom 61 key and Yamaha p515 88 key. I feel like the key action is great for what it is... I would recommend trying it out at a store first... I think it's a great keyboard 🎹

[@mosesmedina6898]

@@Khordmaster nice def will do

[@MJ-gl8wv]

Thanks for the review! Did you find out the reason why the batteries didn't work?

[@Khordmaster]

You’re welcome! I’m pretty sure it had something to do with the batteries being rechargeable or old. I bought new non rechargeable Duracell’s from Costco and they work fine. Haven’t tested the other batteries in other devices yet tho..

[@1workouttransformation267]

Can it be used as a midi controller? to trigger vst

[@Khordmaster]

Yup!

[@PasanRANASINGHE26]

This keyboard looks so good. Btw how do you connect this to a laptop and get recordings ? Are there any special softwares ( like FL studio) ?

[@Khordmaster]

its great! you can connect it as you would any other piece of gear that has a 3.5mm headpohone out

[@PasanRANASINGHE26]

@@Khordmaster Thank u for ur information. I still want to whether this can be used as a midi keyboard by connecting it to a laptop via a cable

[@pisderata]

yes it has midi port too

[@PasanRANASINGHE26]

@@pisderata thanks

[@Alana-in2gk]

Great review!, i wanna ask how long does it last on batteries

[@Khordmaster]

Thanks! This coffee shop spilled water on it so it’s gone. But can confirm the batteries lasted quite long when I’ve used it as such

[@Alana-in2gk]

Oh sorry to hear that Thank you for the response@@Khordmaster

[@dylanmagallanes409]

Does it have a headphone jack

[@Khordmaster]

yep!

[@Exxits]

What type of power cable you need for the keyboard?

[@Khordmaster]

Not sure the name but one of the regular small circle ones

[@johnwright5126]

So what are the black discs that appear @4:10?

[@Khordmaster]

Unfortunately no clue lol I threw them away

[@Lurkzor]

Used for the guitar strap work like washers

[@gonzy3949]

Yo bro question does it allow plug ins?

[@Khordmaster]

Yooo! I’m afraid not. More of a budget keyboard … what you see is what you get kinda thing

[@JoseEduardo-vb6ko]

Hi! This piano have dual voice and split?

[@Khordmaster]

Hey Jose! It sure does although I haven’t tried them out … yet!

[@mickey5515]

what is vintage sound?

[@Khordmaster]

It’s like an older style of that type of instrument. Think vintage 60s EP instead of a current. Pretty cool feature!

[@user-wu2we3vq9r]

very cool! thanks for the video!

[@Khordmaster]

Thanks for watching my friend!!

[@user-wu2we3vq9r]

@@Khordmaster no problem! your excitement at unboxing this piano was a mood, it truly feels good to get something new in the mail haha

[@alicvadillo]

The Bluetooth is included?

[@Khordmaster]

Nope! Gotta buy that separately

[@vanillachocola7079]

The music rest doesn’t match with the red one 😔

[@Khordmaster]

Oh damn. What color is it 😬

[@vanillachocola7079]

@@Khordmaster the music rest is black.

[@vanillachocola7079]

Could you tell me are the key sound is not pure. I don’t know why i fell there is something wrong with it. By the way i’m just a beginner.

[@nathanbrewer6032]

Great job, thanks....

[@Khordmaster]

🙏🏾

[@jeandeanb]

How to connect it with amplifier?

[@Khordmaster]

3.5 mm output

[@jjacob25101]

Use the headphone output. Get a Y adapter cable. 3.5mm male plug into the keyboard to two mono 3.5mm mini female jack, and a pair of 3.5mm make to ¼" female jack adapters to connect to a pair of standard ¼" guitar/instrument cables for stereo L/R output to an amplifier or PA system.

[@ashokvardhan8538]

Made in which country

[@Khordmaster]

Lol no clue!

[@jjacob25101]

Casio is a Japan company, so it may be made there, some major brands may have them made in USA, but like so many of the tech companies, they may have regional production facilities for international markets in vicinity of those areas.

[@interglossa]

This was a good review. Personally my only problem with this product (which I haven't bought yet) is they need to take about six notes from the top register and move them to the bottom. The lowest note should be the g below the lowest note on this product (c two octaves below middle c) so middle c is the center.

[@othman3192]

I think there's a way to octave down

[@SergioGarcia-jg3yy]

I have the same issue with my MODX 6 which is also a 61 keys instrument. You simply octave it down. But it's true that this is not as easy in the Casio because you have to push a button and a key to go octaves up or down. I can't understand why there's not a dedicated pair of buttons for that as in almost every non 88 keys keyboard.

[@smc1377]

For future reference, you can octave it down by simply holding down the function key and pressing the C#3 key (the C# to the left of middle C). In fact, whenever I turn on my CT-S1, I automatically hold down function then press the C7 key and the C#3 key, then press the surround key. Function+C7 sustains every note (useful when you don't have a pedal attached) and Function+C#3 drops the keyboard down an octave. And the surround button just makes the piano sound much more dynamic and rich.

[@interglossa]

@@smc1377 I think the universal sustain is useful because sometimes that would be ok in working up a piece. For some music like jazz or pop the octave down would be ok but for classical you just want the notes in the default register but you just need that b flat or g two octaves below middle c and you don't have them. I think you would have to just not play the notes and either modifiy the passage if that is easy to do or just wait until you are in front of a larger keyboard to play it right.

[@virgilgray]

I would suggest buying the Yamaha E373. Around $200 and is exceptionally well many more options than the Casio.

[@virgilgray]

It just amazes me to no end that when people get anything new that comes with a manual, they simply feel they are so smart they don't have to read it. I would suggest you read the manuals first before doing your next video. You didn't sound too smart in this one.

[@smc1377]

While I agree with you in general, I don't think it's fair to apply it to this video. The title clearly says that this is an unboxing and first impressions video. This isn't a review video. If it was a review video, then yeah, the person should have learned more about their instrument before reviewing. But being that this is simply an unboxing and first impression, it's completely expected that a person won't know all the intricacies about the keyboard.

[@virgilgray]

@@smc1377 Irrelevant of that, as a musician, there are knowledgeable things one should at least know. It's obvious you don't either.

[@smc1377]

@@virgilgray admit you spoke out of your ass and looked like an ass. It's your own fault you can't read. Go back to your mom's basement. Idiot.