CASIO CELVIANO AP-300 - A classic design delivering rich sounds for starting piano the right way
With its elegant design and ease of play, the Casio Celviano AP-300 is an ideal model for anyone wanting to seriously begin learning piano while enjoying a musical experience close to that of a real grand piano.
Keyboard
- 88-key scaled hammer action keyboard: reproduces the feel of an acoustic piano, where the lower keys are slightly heavier than the higher ones.
- 5 levels of touch sensitivity: the volume and tone color vary depending on how strongly you play.
- Ivory and ebony feel keys: provide better grip and long-lasting playing comfort.
- Touch response: 5 levels + off. Adjusts the key sensitivity according to your playing.
- Hammer response: 10 levels + off. Controls the reaction time of the hammer mechanism.
- Key-off response: 3 levels to simulate how the sound fades when lifting the finger.
- Key-off simulator: reproduces the subtle mechanical noise when a key is released.
- Piano position: 4 types. Adapts the keyboard response depending on position or playing style.
Sound
- Sound source: Multi-dimensional Morphing AiR.
- Maximum polyphony: 192 notes.
- Number of tones: 19, including several grand pianos, upright pianos, organs, and strings.
- String resonance: 4 levels + off, simulating the sympathetic vibrations of strings.
- Damper resonance: 4 levels + off, creating a sound effect when using the sustain pedal.
- Key action noise: 4 levels + off, simulating the mechanical sound of the keyboard when playing.
- Lid simulator: 4 levels. Changes the tonal character as if opening or closing a grand piano lid.
- Headphone mode: optimizes acoustics for a natural sound when playing with headphones.
Effects
- Sound mode: Hall simulator (4 types) / Reverb (4 types), Surround (2 levels), off – to enrich the sound space.
- Chorus (4 levels, tone) and brilliance to adjust sound color.
- Digital signal processing (presets for certain tones).
- Volume Sync EQ for balanced sound even at low volume.
- Headphone mode for an immersive and natural playing experience.
Educational functions
- 60 built-in songs with lesson function (right hand, left hand, or both separately).
- Add up to 10 custom songs (up to 320 KB per song).
- 2 demo songs for inspiration.
- Duet mode: ideal for playing together or for learning.
Advanced functions
- Layer and split modes: play two sounds at once or divide the keyboard for two players.
- Transpose: -12 to +12 semitones.
- Octave shift: -2 to +2 octaves to adapt pitch without changing fingering.
- Fine tuning: 415.5 Hz to 465.9 Hz for precise pitch adjustment up to a cent.
- Temperaments: Equal temperament + 16 variations. Different tuning systems used across styles and eras.
- Tuning control: ideal for playing with other instruments.
- Metronome: 1 to 9 beats, tempo 20 to 255.
- CASIO MUSIC SPACE app for learning and remote control.
Recording
- MIDI recorder: 2 tracks, 1 song. Useful for playback of practice sessions.
- Audio to USB: up to 99 songs, approx. 25 min/song.
Connectivity
- 2 stereo headphone outputs for silent playing by two players.
- USB type A and B for PC connection and external storage.
- Bluetooth audio & MIDI with included WU-BT10 wireless adapter.
- 3 integrated pedals: damper (continuous and half-pedal), soft, sostenuto.
Amplification
- 2 speakers (12 cm).
- Power: 2 x 20 W.
Design and dimensions
- Sliding lid like a grand piano.
- Dimensions: 40.1 × 44 × 86.9 cm.
- Weight: 47.1 kg.
- Color: white.
Power supply
- AC adapter AD-E24250LW (included).
- Power consumption: 20 W.
Included accessories
- Music stand.
- Headphone hook.
- AC adapter.
- Bluetooth audio/MIDI adapter (WU-BT10).
- Three integrated pedals.