emedia my piano starter pack Does anybody know if this unit is playable without using the computer
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Of course! I don't even use the computer. The USB to PC port is only an option.
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Hello,I own the keyboard and I dont even use the computer interface to play it. It is useable without the computer and I have put in batteries and played it on my bed even. A very fun instrument using the sound I found,(voice 82 and dsp) and yes you dont need a computer so rest assured.Sincerely,Michael E Litchmore
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Hello!There is a free app called "P-255 Controller" available in iTunes. Here's their description:Use an iOS device (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) for even easier and more convenient control of the P-255. This is a dedicated app that makes the compact and stylish digital piano, P-255, even easier to use. The app supports a wide variety of playing situations on the P-255, from piano practice to live performance or performing at parties.Hope that helps!-Andy's Music
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Full Version! You can download the free trial from their site which has all functionality except for allowing you to save your work. This comes with a disk instead of the download (there have been recent updates, so you'll probably have to patch anyway) and the almighty CD key to unlock everything. Out of the box it comes with a ton of instruments (more than I can choose from) and you can download even more from their site.
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you can play SIMPLE songs on this piano. Therefore, if you buy books that have songs such as Mary Had A LIttle Lamb etc. These would be songs that you would only play with the right hand (the melody) but not the left hand as there aren't enough keys. I have bought two for my two year old grandson who loves it so much he wore the first one out (after about 8 months of literally continuous use!). If you have a child that is learning to read music, you may want to buy a more extensive, but cheap keyboard.
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Sorry, not a Mac user. I returned the keyboard though and bought a digital piano instead.
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Sampletank 3 FREE, recently released, will do this just fine. There is a free downloadable piano sample library available, along with synths and other instruments.
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Yes. We can load midi files onto a flash drive for you which are played by plugging into the usb port.
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I have the same question - one of these or a completely different keyboard to learn piano?
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No, plays ok, it's not same as real piano. Player aspect does not move keys, has a sound baord. Music is lovely.
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It's a midi controller, not an electric keyboard so no. You need a computer program or a synth to use with it.
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Not at all. Most of the sound effects and things that you would eventually want will be available through software on your computer. Just note that this keyboard itself won't emit sound. Just MIDI commands. The sound will come from your computer.
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Yes, as it has sampled classical pieces and is user-friendly. It also has a headphone jack to minimize noise and a damping pedal for a more genuine piano experience.
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Hard to answer that question without more info on which online course you are taking, but I must say that this keyboard is MAGIC with it's own programmed lessons inside of it. Particularly useful is the way you can follow the lighted keys for either hand separately, and listen to how the piece is supposed to sound like whenever you want... when I was a kid I had eight very long years of private one-on-one piano lessons that yielded little more than screaming crying arguments with my parents on a regular basis. This keyboard took all that painful stuff away, and made the learning experience truly fun and even addictive! Naturally it takes a lot of time to learn, but when you want to do it because it's fun, learning it is a true pleasure. That said, perhaps you should amend your question with more information on the course that you have an eye on so others can more accurately tell you if this keyboard will be helpful for that specific course.
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I spent 600.00 buying it from their susuki web site. A friend did get me free music but I would not use it for other people to hear. I am not a computer person but free misic is out their and unlimited. He did have to rename the files so the piano could read them, fwiw I love mine, and the co. Really stands behind their warranties. Good luck.
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The keyboard should work with the included USB cable. You may also want to consider buying a sustain pedal for more serious pianists.
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Yes. You may be able to find one cheaper, but this is a good piano for practice if you don't want to spend the money required to buy an actual acoustic piano. It has 88 keys and sounds terrific for a digital piano. I'm in the same boat as you - haven't used the electronic features at all; I just turn it on and play. It also has a headphone jack which is nice for playing when you don't want to disturb the rest of the house.
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Yes! Using it with Piano Wizard Academy & it is great. Saved $100 on Piano Wizard by opting not to get their 4 octave keyboard & for $149 more got the YPG 235 76 key.