Korg Announces SP-250 Portable Digital PianoNew velocity-switched stereo piano features Korgs latest keyboard action
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October 25, 2005
Korg brings a heightened
level of realism and feel to its line of portable digital pianos with
the new SP-250. It provides an expanded range of expression and performance
with a new stereo piano sound, which is matched to the
company's newest RH3 keyboard action.
The SP-250 features all-new piano PCM with velocity switched
stereo samples that are longer than other pianos in its class according to Korg. Increased
length means the piano sound sustains more naturally, so the piano sounds
more real throughout the performance, not just at the attack. Complementing
this is Korg's third-generation 88-note RH3 real weighted graded
hammer action keybed for playability, even when playing quick
repeated notes and trills. Three dynamic touch curves tailor the pianos
response to any players touch or style.
A total of 30 built-in sounds are provided, including
12 types of acoustic and electric pianos, plus jazz and church organs,
mallets, harpsichord/clavinet, choir, strings and guitar. Adjustable
reverb and chorus can be programmed for each sound. A damper-style pedal
features half-pedaling realism, and attaches to the lower crossbar of
the included stand to prevent it from creeping during
performance. The dedicated easy-assemble stand fits securely into the
piano body for a solid feel.
The SP-250's control panel features
brilliant LED indicators to provide instant visual feedback to the player.
The elegant black body features attractive steel and wood-grain accents,
and is extremely lightweight. Also included is a sturdy music rack.
A built-in speaker system with optimized bass-reflex enclosure
delivers a full and resonant sound. The onboard metronome allows control
over tempo and meter, with an accent on each downbeat. Dual headphone
output jacks enable private practice or student/teacher listening. An
audio output enables connection to an external amplifier or sound system.
MIDI in and out connectors enable connection to any MIDI-equipped device,
for controlling other instruments and recording the SP-250, which can
even be used as a 16-part multi-timbral sound source.
The SP-250 is shipping now for a retail price of $1,199.
For more information, visit their web site at www.korg.com. | 
