Casio PX-S5000BK - noir

The Casio Privia PX-S5000BK is a high-end 88-key digital piano that combines a realistic touch, an expressive grand piano sound, and a particularly compact design. At just 232 mm deep, it fits easily into a home, studio, or rehearsal space while retaining a true hammer-action mechanism.

Its Smart Hybrid Hammer Action keyboard combines a physical hammer mechanism with advanced digital control. The white keys use a hybrid material combining spruce wood and resin, while their textured finish replicates the natural feel of ivory. The black keys also feature a matte finish inspired by ebony. This design provides a natural and precise touch, suitable for both technical piano playing and more expressive performance.

The PX-S5000BK uses Multi-Dimensional Morphing AiR sound technology, designed to reproduce the tonal variations, resonances, and dynamic response of an acoustic piano. Its maximum polyphony of 192 notes preserves the richness of the resonance even during complex passages or with sustained use of the pedal.

It offers 23 sounds, including several acoustic and electric pianos, organs, strings, basses, and other instruments. The Layer and Split functions allow you to layer two sounds or divide the keyboard into two distinct zones, respectively, while Duo mode makes it easy to play duets or learn with an instructor.

The PX-S5000 incorporates a comprehensive set of acoustic simulations: string resonance, damper pedal resonance, key noise, pedal noise, hammer response, and key release simulation. These processing features help reproduce the mechanical interactions of an acoustic piano more faithfully.

To enrich the sound, it also features several digital effects, including a Hall Simulator, reverb, surround sound, chorus, brilliance, and DSP.

The piano offers a 2-track MIDI recorder, capable of storing approximately 10,000 notes, as well as an audio recorder that allows you to save up to 99 tracks of approximately 25 minutes each to a USB flash drive. These features are particularly useful for practicing, analyzing your playing, or recording a performance.

Connectivity options are also comprehensive. The included WU-BT10 adapter enables Bluetooth Audio and Bluetooth MIDI Low Energy. This makes it possible to stream music from a smartphone or tablet through the piano’s speakers or to communicate wirelessly with compatible MIDI apps. The PX-S5000 also works with the CASIO MUSIC SPACE app.

Its built-in audio system features two 16 x 8 cm oval speakers powered by an 8 W + 8 W amplifier. Two headphone outputs allow two people to play silently together, while the stereo line outputs make it easy to connect to an amplification or recording system.

Weighing 11.5 kg, with both AC and battery power options, and a particularly slim design, the Casio Privia PX-S5000BK is an excellent choice for pianists looking for a compact instrument without compromising on touch, sound quality, or connectivity options.