in this video i talk about the casio LK-280
i think the order is: (im probably wrong)
1 sampling demonstration
2 settings/function tab explained
3 how to switch off lights
4 sampling loop demonstration
5 arpeggiator demonstration
6 accompanyment demonstration
micro review:
its a nice nice keyboard it has great functions
and sounds nice (lofi tho)
i like the key lights
i like the longer sampling time compared to ctk-3200
the keys are cheap and not my favourite
but they get the job done
i would say ctk-3200
has better rythms and comps
and also a 3.5 stereo input where you can sample.
the lk-280 has a mono mic input for sampling
the mic it comes with is "ok"
there is lots of noise on this keyboard but its not unpleasant and easy to mask
it runs on batteries or 9.5v psu
using a sp-404 for loading samples into these is a very fun workflow and almost feels like it has endless possibilities.
considering you can add a ton of effects with resampling and also reverse or slow samples on the sp.
the build quality is different from my vintage stuff. its very cheap. almost toylike
no backlight and no power light.
the.
i also feel like its 2x bigger than it needs to be (not that have peeked inside yet but i assume its like a bag if chips.
atleast its light.. but the ctk-3200 is. way more ergonomic also no pitch bend on the lk-280 wich is sad.
overall i say its worth maximum 150$
and thats generous
its definitely a toy as it is right now but im planning on looking into modding it so i might change my mind about it eventually.
i see these alot 2nd hand.
if you dont have a keyboard sampler it worth buying!
15 сен 2024
