Casio Launches The CT-S1-76: A 76-Key Keyboard With Powerful Sound And Sleek Design

Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the latest release from the Casiotone brand, the new 76-key electronic keyboard, the CT-S1-76. Despite its compact size you can still experience the range of sound of a 76-key keyboard which allows players to enjoy an array of musical performances, while featuring a minimalist design.

Our mission at Casio with regards to our musical instruments is to offer unique ways for users to enjoy music that is tailored to individual lifestyles and fosters new cultural experiences under the statement of Sound for Style. The Casiotone brand produces electronic keyboards based on the concept of Make Music, Anytime, Anywhere. Among the different models available, the CT-S1 which features 61 keys, and was released in 2021, gained significant popularity for its expressive sound and compact, sleek body and design that allows it to blend in well with interior living spaces.

The CT-S1-76 continues to build on the success of CT-S1 by increasing the number of keys from 61 to 76, thus expanding the available range of sounds which allows users to perform with a broader repertoire. The keyboard features Casio’s advanced AiX Sound Source, which analyzes and faithfully reproduces the distinct individual characteristics of various different instruments, providing an authentic and immersive playing experience. Despite its compact size of only 258mm deep and 1,140mm wide, the CT-S1-76 delivers powerful and resonant sounds, which is thanks to its enhanced acoustic system. The minimalist design is further accentuated by its speaker net with mixed color-texture fabric, maximizing its potential to seamlessly integrate into any living space. The layout is intuitively designed to provide ease of use by prioritizing the most essential buttons.

Additionally, by using the dedicated CASIO MUSIC SPACE app, users can connect to the keyboard using their smart devices via Bluetooth®^?, that displays a list of settings such as the instrument tones and metronome and enables their convenient control directly from their smart device. 

*Bluetooth® connection requires the Wireless MIDI & Audio Adaptor (WU-BT10). which is sold separately.

Main Features of the CT-S1-76

Expanded Range and Enhanced Tones for Dynamic Expression

The CT-S1-76's 76-key range allows for more dynamic performances that incorporate both high and low octaves. The AiX Sound Source technology uses in-depth analyses of the audio characteristics of different instruments to accurately reproduce instruments such as acoustic pianos, electric pianos and organs, capturing the individual nuances which helps to create a highly realistic sound experience. It includes 61 carefully curated tones. The ADVANCED TONES, use Casio’s advanced technology to replicate a range of vintage instruments that feature on countless classic recordings to create tones that showcase the power of Casio’s AiX Sound Source. The CASIO CLASSIC TONES are selected from Casio's rich history of electronic instruments.

Compact Design with Powerful Sound

It retains the same compact depth of the CT-S1 at only 258mm deep and is 1,140mm wide while remaining a lightweight build of only 5.3kg. This compact and highly portable design allows it to be placed in a variety of different places within a room to best suit your needs. The CT-S1-76 also includes Casio's unique Horizontal Bass-Reflex System that produces impressive bass sounds. The Bass-Reflex system combined with the compact design makes it easy to enjoy the robust sound quality whenever and wherever you choose to play it.

Minimalist Design with Comfortable Usability

The instrument itself has been designed to include only the keyboard, speaker, and the minimum number of buttons needed, for a minimalist look. These buttons have been positioned so that the player can reach them easily to achieve comfortable usability. The remote controller function of the CASIO MUSIC SPACE app further enhances the usability by allowing users to seamlessly check and adjust the settings with your smart devices via Bluetooth® connection.