CasioCT-S200BKC5 61 Key Portable Electronic Keyboard in black with Dance Music Mode

I am so impressed with this keyboard and its seemingly endless features. I bought it over a month ago and I'm still finding new things. For example, you can select a certain tone and each key of the keyboard becomes a different percussion instrument!. I haven't even explored the dance music section fully but I know that without any previous experience, I would have no trouble at all putting together my own dance music track. The rhythms/auto-accompaniments have been very carefully chosen - There's not a single pop or rock song I've played yet where I haven't been able to find a suitable accompaniment. The fill-ins are incredible - It's almost as if the keyboard is reading my mind. And did I mention the sound quality? The stereo speakers are fantastic! The full size keys are a bonus, especially if you are planning to improve your music reading and playing skills and you can download a music app which will further expand the versatility of the keyboard. A great value instrument that is guaranteed to give endless hours of pleasure. My first keyboard was a Casiotone MT-65 and I'm glad I went for another Casio - Pity I didn't upgrade sooner!

The keyboard was a present for a friends child, I can play a little and it does sound quite good. It’s also ideal for beginners.It has a built in handle, which to be honest could be better. It can be powered by mains or batteries.What it lacks is Bluetooth (for the likes of BT headphones)The option of a SD or MoroSD card would had been handy also (for adding beats, etc)

As a fairly elderly, absolute beginner, I can't really comment musically with any authority.However, for what they're worth, here are my initial impressions:As far as sound quality is concerned, I'm impressed. (Not when I try to play, but when I use the demo facility.)It's good that the keys are standard size, and the 61-key spec gives a useful range, meaning that if I do manage to learn the basics, I can probably attempt to try a proper piano (in private, of course, and subject to a surfeit of Drambuie).Quality seems pretty good, decent plastic all round, and nicely put together. Everything seems sturdy and rigid enough. I'm not looking for a professional spec. instrument, and on that basis I have to say I'm well satisfied with what I received for my money.Some nice design features , such as the sheet-music stand which slots into the nicely-sized handle.Some of the features, such as the auto-accompaniment etc, are way beyond me at this stage, but I'll probably find them useful at some stage.I think it will be a while before I've made any progress worth reporting. However my real reason for this purchase was to keep me busy during lockdown. It certainly looks like it'll do that.The reason for only giving four stars is that I'm old-fashioned enough to prefer a proper manual in the box, rather than an on-line one.

The only criticism is that the LCD screen is not very bright for me personally but other than that I am really pleased with the product. It is great for learning to play and for composing.

A great little learning device.

This is a good option for beginners/returners who don’t have much space to have a proper keyboard. I really like the sound and an option to have headphones plugged in really helps too. Keep in mind it’s not really consistent if you want to use it as a midi for music production in FL/ableton

I wanted a keyboard that was in the middle in terms of size and this seemed to be the prefect size (as well as being portable).The keyboard is lightweight and quality is amazing. There are so many different genres and sounds to pick from and I have had many hours learning so far. I would recommend this keyboard for beginners. It's a little more expensive than a cheap value one but it's a Casio and quality for the cost is amazing. I have also noticed you can connect to your PC/Mac so will be looking into a cable to hook it up. For now I'm just getting to grips with the layout and practicing!

Great piano