The selling point of NP-35 for me is a natural sounding principal church organ, natural pad sound for dual layering over piano and 76 keys. For everything else I'd prefer CT-S1.
Timbre is a very personal matter, but we have to admit that the NP35 acoustic pianos are much superior than the CTS1. On the other hand, the CTS1 electric pianos are unbeatable compared to several other keyboards regardless of the price range, it looks like an authentic Fender Rhodes piano. I also agree that it is difficult to have control over the dynamics of the NP keys. This comparison is very accurate, congratulations! Feedback
@@pf_masa Does the NP settings for Touch Sensitivity change the problem with the dynamics of the NP keys in any meaningful way, or is that not a related setting? According to the English manual for the NP-35, page 18-19, the 'Metronome' key + C4, C#4 (default), D4 and D#4 (off) changes the touch sensitivity for some of the instruments, acoustic piano in particular. I just recently discovered your channel, Mr. Kono, and wish to say that your playing is wonderful. 🥲
@electrotone2507 Thanks for your comment! The keyboard touch problem that I commented on in the video was due to the structure itself, and could not be solved by setting the touch sensitivity... Please continue to watch my channel ☺
@@pf_masa OK, thanks. 🙏 I appreciate the quick reply. Currently I am playing on an old synth, where I find that I don't really like the piano sounds. Thus I had considered buying the FP-35, as I really enjoy everything I hear from that instrument. But now I will have to think about this a bit more. Not sure how much of a problem this would be for me, as I do not live near a dealer, where I could test the FP-35. Hmm...? 🤔 Searching for info on the FP-35 is how I found your channel, and now you won't easily get rid of me again. I have already subscribed... 😉
Hi Kono, thank you for your fantastic comparison video and your opinions. I completely agree with you. The CTS 1 has a nice key feel touch velocity that is consistent and more controllable for playing. I agree the Yamaha NP 35 does sound like the attack is too strong so the velocity switching is harder to control. I also think imo that the piano sounds are more authentic and brighter on the NP 35 and the E Piano sounds are much better and more authentic on the CTS 1. I still like the DX E piano on the NP 35 though!! The downside to the CTS 1 is obviously the controls and settings are not user friendly. I have found though that over time you do get used to switching settings but would be much easier like you said if there were more assigned buttons like on the NP 35! Thank you for your guidance, you are very helpful 👍🎹🤗☺
Great video as always. You highlighted two interesting points about the linearity of the dynamic touch (that is not so linear on the Yamaha) and the overtones of the piano sound (too many on the Casio). Agree. About the panel, it's crazy how complex it is on the Casio. Yamaha panel/buttons is better for that point, but i find the general design of the body not very modern/actual compared to the Casio. Electric consumption is a good information about the electric architecture. Hard to say if Casio has a much older design or if the Yamaha CPU computing capacity is lower. Most probably older components generation in the Casio. At the end, it's the sound result that imports, and generaly speaking, I think electric piano sounds of the Yamaha are not very outstanding. I also wonder how many sound layers there are for the Rhodes sound (depending on the dynamic press on the keyborad). On the P-125 there are 4 different sounds in the middle of the keyboard. 3 or 2 different sounds for lower or higher octaves.Also, what about the keyboard actions noises ? (When keyboard is off or low volume)
Konnichiwa Kono San, Ogenki desu ka? I'm watching this again, it's a pleasure to hear you talk and play 😊 I was very sure about get the CT S1 but now, i must say i prefer the NP better 😅 sounds really good (except some e piano tones) and 35 keys is a Big difference... 😣 Really hard decision, haha
Thanks for your comment! I understand your concerns about the CT-S1 and NP-35. The reason is that these two instruments have never left my hands. I like both. Whichever you choose, I think it's the best decision. Have a good piano life♪☺
Hi Mr. Kono, i like your review good insight👍 i'm a beginner and now i wanna buy my first keyboard. I am interested in both S1 and NP35. I am interested in the NP35 because it has 76 keys instead S1 61 keys, but i like s1 keys. For beginners it is important to have 76 keys? I don't play classical piano. I wonder which one should i buy S1 or NP35. May you suggest ? Thank you
In Japan, the price increase rate from NP-32 to NP-35 was about 20%, but some overseas commented that the price has doubled! I think that if it is within the range of 10% increase compared to the previous term type, it is a range that can be compromised somehow.
Mr. Masataka, per quanto riguarda il campione del pianoforte CTS 1 si sente subito piu' ricco in armoniche rispetto Yamaha. Però dipende molto anche da quello che si vuole suonare e in quali registri, quindi le cose potrebbero cambiare in favore di Yamaha. I Fender Rhodes sono riprodotti molto bene da entrambi. I tasti per le varie funzioni sono migliori in Yamaha, più immdediati. Sei sempre molto simpatico e competente e quindi ti aspetto al prossimo video. Come sempre un saluto dall'Italia. Ciao.
Casio cts1 is definitely made with a team with high synergy, I would not have thought that I would prefer a casio. Interestingly, it sounds like any other device. unbelievable at this price.
Different instruments. Different price points. The Casio CT-S1 was intended to be competitor to more expensive 61-key instruments, notably the 61-key Roland GO and the 61-key Yamaha Piaggero. I have a Casio CT-S1 and I am very satisfied with it. I will only go on to something else if I need more features to support my songwriting enterprise. To be clear, I'm at the intermediate beginner level on keyboard, but I do understand chord progressions thanks to some guitar background, have some writing ability, and have some vocal ability. Call me the lucky guy. I can reach my professional goals in music without ever learning to play to a performance level. Forget about vocal music for performance too. Strong voice and good range but too many wrong notes. I'll never get over it.
@@pf_masa Hello Mr. Masataka! I'm glad to say that I was finally able to purchase the Casio ct-s1, thanks to your reviews! I have a question though, do you also feel any vibration when you press the middle G key? Mine has some sort of vibrating feeling to it once pressed. The rest of the keys didn't feel that way, only the middle G key did (or at least like does one of your keys felt that way?)
Very nice... I Love how Casio is getting better and better with sound and playability(are you gona test the new px-s5000?). The only thing that Casio need to adress, since we have excelent sound modules in Ios, is getting an usb audio connection into to their keyboards.
This is a wonderful review. I think all of this creator's reviews are great: it helps having a good pianist do these. I have one question though. You said that you found the 61-key instruments easier to play than the 76-key, and it sounds like an observation based on a lot of performance but is still puzzling. I play mostly classical and the 76- or 73- key instruments are better because I don't have to drop notes or make up alternatives. If the 61-key keyboards went G to G rather than C to C low to high I might not have to drop so many bass notes. Maybe playing jazz you have your own set of keys or styles that work well on 61 keys or 88 keys but 76 is just too much neither-nor?
Thank you! I can play with 61 keys. This also applies when playing jazz songs on a solo piano. The reason for this may be that I am used to being limited to 61 keys because I used to play organ keyboards with 4 to 5 octaves when I was young. Maybe it's my own reason. However, when I play a 73-key or 76-key digital piano, I end up expecting a range of 88 keys, which is frustrating. I especially don't like the 73-key keyboard. thank you!☺
Casio now offers the CT-S1-76. It is very similar to the older CT-S1 but with more keys, more powerful speakers, and a mobile app (iPad or iPhone) that can be used to control the keyboard (tones, effects, layers, etc.).
Arigato...reallly very helpful. I am 65 years old.....Desafinado, inspired me to learn this instrument. Any youtube you can recommend to learn in a simple way.
I have a CT-S1 and I'm quite happy. I think that the new NP offers terrible value for money in comparison to its predecessor. I wish Casio could come up with a new 73 model though, I think the difference is crucial between 61-73 more so than between 73-88
I also own the CT-S1 and am very happy with it. Certainly, it would be nice if a keyboard like the CT-S1 would come out with a model with more than 61 keys.☺
Ótimo video senhor! Agradecido por compartilhar suas opiniões, sei um pouco de inglês e pude entender quase tudo do vídeo, comprei um CT-S1, estou aguardando chegar, paguei cerca de $310 aqui no Brasil, mesmo assim conpensou muito, aqui o NP-12 é vendido a $350 (Dólares), estarei lhe acompanhando! 😊 Ah, sou do Brasil 🇧🇷
Thank you very much for this video! I'm looking to buy my first electric, and touch sensitivity is one of my top priorities. In my mind, timbre will be easier to alter than touch sensitivity. Would you agree?
Thanks for your comment! Changes in touch sensitivity and tone are linked. In my case, I often use a method that makes the touch heavier (lower sensitivity) and brightens the sound quality. However, although the CT-S1 and NP-35 can set the touch sensitivity, there is no parameter to change the brightness of the sound quality. Therefore, I think the best way is to see if changing the touch produces a tone you like and whether the result is to your satisfaction.☺
Hello Sir, thanks for the detailed sharing! May I ask if the recording can be played more than once? As it got only 1 button for record,play,stop. I tried in store but seems after play it once and pressing the same button again will start another recording😂 the function keys seem quite difficult to use… still struggling of getting this cts1 or NP35 (almost same price in my city)
I can understand your worries very well. Musical instrument manufacturers shouldn't make recording, playback, and stop all a single button. It's very difficult to use, and many important recordings have disappeared... I also find the function keys to be very difficult to use, as they require about three continuous processes.
@pf_masa Thanks for the comparison. I purchased one CT-S1 and in India it is priced at $204 while I think the NP-35 would cost around $400 range. So I am surprised to see a comparison and seems in many cases the former CT-S1 does better. May be the difference in price is due to that NP-35 has graded soft touch keys? I think the sound quality of CT-S1 is good but the onboard speakers are not powerful enough to leverage the quality. You seem to have used direct connection to system for recording. How does the onboard speaker of NP-35 compares? Also a request, if you haven't already.. could you do a similar comparison video for Korg Liano L1 with Casio CT-S1 please. Thanks in advance ❤
Thanks for your comment! The NP-35 is sold at a much higher price than the CT-S1. I think the difference in price is due to the circumstances of each manufacturer. I prefer the sound quality of the keyboard and speakers of the CT-S1. I think the NP-35's speakers are average. By the way, when I record, I connect it to a Zoom L-12 digital mixer and another speaker. I don't have any plans to get Korg's LianoL1, but I would like to play it if I have a chance.☺
I had a Casio CTS 500. The interface to edit sounds, add fx was one of the worst experiences I’ve ever had on a board. It was super frustrating. The sounds were decent but not easily editable. Some sounds were a bit 2010. I sold it as it did not inspire me at all. I’m torn between a Modx 7+ and the Kawai ES120? I’d rather better sounds and playability than a million half baked sounds. The Modx+ seems to have mixed reviews with some saying it sound thin especially on the piano’s and than you have to do a good bit of editing to get it right. The Kawai gets universally good reviews but is less flexible. Alison the Modx 7 doesn’t have a hammer action. Indecision rests with this musician. Any advice greatly appreciated 😊
Thanks for your comment! I sympathize with the inconvenience of the CT-S500. I own the S1000V, but I don't use it much anymore because I find it inconvenient, such as the lack of operation buttons, the depth of the editing hierarchy, and the dual-purpose buttons for rhythm and recording. I had a MODX6, but I didn't really like the structure of the keyboard, so I sold it after six months. I havem't played the ES120 in detail, but I would like to play it if I have a chance. I like the P-225, and I'm planning to rent the FP-30X for 3 months, but when I tried playing it, it sounded good☺
@@pf_masaMaster Kono thanks for the advice. The new Casio CTS1 76 key can apparently be edited with an app. I really do wish that there were more 76 weighted key digital pianos/synths. I had a Korg Trinity Pro with 76 keys which had the Yamaha FS keybed with aftertouch. It felt wonderful to play but I found the sounds quite dated. Weirdly have played an M1, I preferred that. I wish I’d kept the Korg Trinity as a master controller. We buy, we sell and we regret 😂 Currently, I’m using an M Audio Oxygen 88 weighted board which is actually very easy to play with NI Noire, Pianoteq, Scarbee etc. Master Kono, if we were neighbours I would beg you for lessons 💜
