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Description

Unleash your musical creativity with the Casio WK-6500, a versatile 76-key portable arranger keyboard that brings a symphony of features to your fingertips. Designed for both beginners and seasoned musicians, this keyboard offers a rich palette of 670 built-in tones and 200 rhythms, spanning genres from classical to contemporary. The AHL sound source ensures each note resonates with authentic acoustic quality, elevating your performances and compositions.

The WK-6500 is engineered with a 16-track Song Sequencer, allowing you to record intricate compositions with ease. Whether layering different instruments or experimenting with new sounds, the sequencer is your canvas for sonic exploration. An integrated Rhythm Editor enables you to craft and store up to 10 user rhythms, tailoring the musical backdrop to your unique style.

Equipped with a 32-channel mixer, you have the power to fine-tune every nuance of your sound, from volume to reverb. The arpeggiator, with 150 types, and auto-accompaniment features add dynamic layers to your music, perfect for live performances or studio sessions. For those who love to tweak, the Tone Editor provides comprehensive control over sound parameters, allowing for deeply personalized tones.

The keyboard's portable design does not compromise on connectivity, featuring a USB port for seamless data transfer and MIDI integration. With the option to save your creations on an SD card, the WK-6500 ensures your musical ideas are always within reach.

Key Features:

  • 76 piano-style keys with touch response
  • 670 built-in tones and 10 user tones
  • 200 rhythms with auto-accompaniment
  • 16-track Song Sequencer
  • 32-channel mixer
  • Rhythm Editor for custom rhythms
  • 48-note polyphony
  • Arpeggiator with 150 types
  • USB port for MIDI and data transfer
  • SD card slot for data storage
  • High-output 2-way bass reflex speakers

Product specs

Brand Casio
Model WK-6500 76-Key Workstation Keyboard
Finish Black
Year 2000s
Categories Workstation Keyboards
Analog / Digital Digital
Key Size Full Size
Keyboard Action Synth Action
MIDI I/O USB MIDI
Number of Keys 76 Keys
Polyphony 48 Voices

FAQs

Does the Casio WK-6500 have weighted keys?

The Casio WK-6500 does not have weighted keys, but it features touch-sensitive keys with two sensitivity levels and an off option.

How many built-in tones does the Casio WK-6500 offer?

The Casio WK-6500 provides 670 built-in tones, offering a wide range of sound options for various musical genres and styles.

Can I connect the Casio WK-6500 to a computer via MIDI?

Yes, the Casio WK-6500 features USB MIDI connectivity, allowing you to easily connect it to a computer for recording and music production.

What is the polyphony of the Casio WK-6500?

The Casio WK-6500 has a maximum polyphony of 48 voices, enabling complex arrangements and layered sounds without note dropouts.

Does the Casio WK-6500 include a rhythm editor?

Yes, the Casio WK-6500 includes a rhythm editor that allows you to create and store up to 10 user rhythms, enhancing your creative possibilities.

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Reviews

Critic Reviews

Casio WK-6500 review | Digital Piano Review Guide

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The Casio WK-6500 impresses with its sleek design and affordability, making it an excellent choice for beginners and traveling musicians. It offers a vast array of 670 tones and features a user-friendly interface with a blue backlit LCD, though its abundance of controls might initially intimidate. It’s lightweight yet delivers solid sound quality, thanks to Casio’s Dual Element AHL system. While its 48-note polyphony may limit advanced users, the workstation is well-suited for intermediate players. Special features like a 16-track sequencer and Rhythm Editor enhance its production capabilities. Despite lacking graded hammer systems, the WK-6500's versatility and budget-friendly price make it a standout in its class.

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Amazing bargain keyboard

For the money, especially used, it's a fantastic keyboard with some excellent sound banks and user functions, with L/R 1/4" outputs, sustain pedal output, USB midi, 76 piano style keys with decent feel, great onboard speakers, reasonably light at 17.4 lbs, and very nice aesthetically. For amateur recording purposes it's a great tool, I use it for realistic sounds that my Korg R3 isn't capable of. Nice combo.

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