News From Keysound

At Keysound we are very honored to be the first to launch the amazing Korg PA5X in collaboration with Korg. Why not take the opportunity to attend the first official UK launch of the much anticipated new flagship arranger keyboard…….Korg Pa5x on Friday 15th July at 7.30pm. Korg product specialists Pete Shaw, Luke Edwards and Adam Whittle will all be in attendance to give you an evening to remember. Why not make a weekend of it? Following on from the launch show on Friday we will be offering private VIP demonstrations of the Pa5x at the store, 35-37 Regent Street, Hinckley, LE10 0BA on both Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th. Thirty minute slots can be pre booked and it is your chance to have a personal one to one demonstration away from the crowds in the showroom. Your golden opportunity to see and hear the amazing new features and sounds. The PA5X is available in 3 sizes: The Korg PA5X 61 Keys The Korg PA5X 76 Keys The Korg PA5X 88 Keys There will also be on going demonstrations throughout both days in store including a 30 min scheduled presentation in the morning and one in the afternoon.

Huge Congratulations to Jessica of Burbage from all at Keysound as the winner of our Yamaha Giveaway at our Open Weekend. The prize of a Brand New PSRE473 has now been safely delivered. Happy Playing!

Grand Opening Event We are very honered to be anoucing the opening of our Yamaha Zone in the our new location: 35 -37 Regent Street Hinckley LE10 0BA This special event will run from Friday the 20th of May till Sunday the 22nd of May between 10am and 5 pm. Yamaha's top demonstrator Paul Thirkettle and the Keysound Team will be on hand to demonstrate and discuss your Piano and Keyboard requirements. There will be many special offers throughout the weekend. Everyone welcome instruments for all levels and bugets DON"T MISS OUT For those who can't wait have a look at the Yamaha PIANO range and KEYBOARD range

The World's Slimmest Digital Piano with 88 Weighted Keys! We are delighted to announce the launch of a complete, ALL NEW range of PX-S1100 digital pianos available in red, black and white. Casio’s history in developing ground breaking products continues with the continuation of The world's slimmest portable digital piano The new PX-S series boasts revised speakers with improved dynamic range, enhanced panel details and an enhanced piano tone. In addition, the included Bluetooth adapter offers wireless MIDI and audio, making it easy to use apps and audio streaming. Super Slim & Portable Design Lightweight Body at just 11.2Kg NEW Bluetooth Audio and MIDI for syncing with Mobile/Tablet apps and Music Streaming Services (No wires required)NEW USB audio record and playback function

At Keysound we are proud to be one of a select number of dealers in the UK to only offer UK manufactured Piano Benches. Many of the the benches offered in the UK currently are imported from the Far East and the difference in quality between these and the UK made benches is quite considerable. Manufactured in the Midlands these benches are made from Solid Beech and not only fit together perfectly....they stay together! This fact was brought home to us when a production of Million Dollar Quartet at the Curve Theatre in Leicester told us that our Piano Stool was the only one that stood up to the rigours of the nightly Rock n Roll show. Not content with sitting on it the Jerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard artists stood on it and kicked it around the stage......something most of our customers won't do! They are beautifully crafted and match the Piano finishes, both satin and Gloss, extremely well. We offer a fixed height bench with a well padded top and music storage. These are available as Solo, Duet or Extra Duet which we know it as the garden bench😄. Height adjustable benches are also available. Here are a few pictures taken from the factory during a recent visit where it was great to follow the whole process involved in the manufacture of these high quality Piano Benches.

The Casio GP310 has £100 Cashback Designed in collaboration with C. Bechstein, the GP-310 boasts an extraordinary specification, for the price of a regular digital piano. In addition to 3 European Grand Piano tones, the GP-310 has the acclaimed Grand Hammer keyboard action inside. This revolutionary design uses the same materials and proportions as a Bechstein piano, combining the true touch of an acoustic instrument with the convenience of digital technology. The Casio GP510 has £150 Cashback The GP-510BP represents the culmination of years of research and development by Casio and C. Bechstein. As the premium model in the Grand Hybrid range, the GP-510BP offers significant advantages. In addition to the luxurious polished polyester black finish, this instrument brings the experience of playing a concert grand one step further. Scene Memories transform your instrument with historical piano configurations, designed to realise the full potential of works by Chopin, Beethoven, Liszt and more. Aliquot Resonance is included too, bringing the true brilliance and dynamic potential of a 9-foot concert instrument into your home at a fraction of the space required. THE RESPONSE OF A GRAND PIANO To achieve the level of responsiveness of a grand piano, CASIO intensively researched the characteristics of traditional instrument designs. The result: a newly-developed hybrid mechanism based on exactly the same dimensions and proportions as a grand piano. All Grand Hybrids use real hammers that rise and fall when a key is pressed, to deliver the exact response of a concert grand. USING TRADITIONAL MATERIALSThe comfort and confidence afforded by the feel of each key is of utmost importance. For this reason, the materials and manufacturing processes adopted to make the keyboard are exactly the same as those used for grand pianos. The highest quality wood (Austrian spruce, the same found in C. Bechstein Acoustic Pianos) is carefully chosen, dried, machined and finished to precise standards, providing a welcome and familiar touch. Every Grand Hybrid can emulate the sound of three prestigious European grand pianos: CONTACT KEYSOUND on 01162 541053 for further information about these stunning pianos

ES920: Main Features Responsive Hammer III keyboard action with grade-weighted keys, counterweights, triple-sensor system, let-off simulation Harmonic Imaging XL sound technology with 88-key stereo sampling 38 authentic sounds, including acoustic pianos, electric pianos, organs, strings, bass etc. Motherboard and amplification developed in partnership with Onkyo, 40W speaker system Bluetooth MIDI and Audio functionality with aptX support for wireless communication and audio playback Standard MIDI, USB to Host/Device, Audio In/Out connectivity WAV/MP3 audio file record and playback via USB memory Support for latest PianoRemote control app for iOS/Android* Integrated Rhythm Section function with 100 backing accompaniment styles Intuitive control panel layout with 4-band EQ faders and high quality OLED display Stylish rounded case design and lightweight chassis weighing 17 kg Modern HM-5 designer stand and F-302 triple pedal bar, support for GFP-3 triple pedal unit Kawai Japan is delighted to announce the ES920 and ES520, the latest additions to Kawaiʼs popular ES series of portable digital pianos. The flagship ES920 is the long-awaited successor to the award-winning ES8, while the intermediate ES520 is a new mid- range model that delivers many of the features of the ES920 at a more affordable price. Kawaiʼs ES series of instruments are high-performance, 88-key portable digital pianos suitable for the home, stage, recital hall, or classroom. The brand new ES920 and ES520 combine Kawaiʼs highly-regarded Responsive Hammer keyboard action and Harmonic Imaging piano sound technologies, to reproduce the touch and tone of a concert grand piano, and provide an authentic, rewarding playing experience for pianists of all abilities. In addition to a strong selection of diverse acoustic piano sounds, the ES920 and ES520 also include a variety of outstanding electric pianos, organs, strings, and other voices, allowing these instruments to support a wide range of musical styles. These sounds are easily selectable from the pianosʼ elegant control panel, which features an intuitive button layout and sharp OLED graphic display, with the ES920ʼs 4-band EQ faders also providing convenient real-time control during live performances. The latest ES series models boast powerful 40W stereo speaker systems, and incorporate audio processing and amplification technologies developed in collaboration with premium Japanese audio specialists, Onkyo. This unique hardware combination allows these lightweight, portable instrument to deliver well-rounded bass and crisp treble frequencies, reproducing the superb Shigeru Kawai grand piano sounds with exceptional tonal clarity and richness. The modern ES920 and ES520 also feature built-in Bluetooth MIDI and Bluetooth Audio connectivity, allowing apps such as Kawaiʼs dedicated PianoRemote control app or a wide range of third-party learning and recreation apps to be enjoyed wirelessly, or for music streamed from a smartphone or tablet to be played through the pianoʼs impressive audio system without any additional cables. However, wired connectivity remains strongly supported, with standard MIDI, USB, Line In and Line Out terminals providing a range of options for the home, studio, and stage. The latest ES models adopt a brand new exterior design, with the flat panel surface complemented by smooth, rounded edges. The instrumentsʼ sturdy body is surprisingly lightweight, with the ES920 weighing 17 kg (almost 6 kilos lighter than its predecessor), and the ES520 just 14.5 kg. As some of the most portable pianos in their respective classes, the ES920 and ES520 are excellent choices for gigging or studio musicians, yet also ideally suited to academic and religious institutions. Moreover, when attached to the dedicated HM-5 designer stand and F-302 triple pedal bar in matching black or white finishes, these versatile instruments are transformed into stylish, ultra-compact piano replacements, delivering an exceptional playing experience for the lounge, office, or bedroom. Authentic grand piano touch and tone, superb additional sounds, high-fidelity speaker systems, and modern, convenient features – all housed within a stylish, lightweight case. Introducing the new ES920 and ES520: At home, on stage, your piano.