Casio PX-S6000 Review

We rated the Casio PX-S6000 a full 10/10 because of its stunning hybrid action, recording abilities, and tech-savvy onboard setup. The composite-wood weighted keys provide an even yet heavy touch that many players will enjoy. 

The upgrades made to this model are very apparent. The S6000 is truly a cut above the rest.

Casio Privia PX-S6000 Overview

Casio’s PX-S6000 is a slimline Smart Hybrid piano with weighted keys, 350 tones, and a new sound system. This model was first released in September of 2022 and is a top seller stage piano today. It boasts excellent connectivity, a new mic input, and a multitude of ways to tweak your sound. 

The sides of the instrument have a beautiful spruce inlay that is quite striking at first glance. So let’s see if it sounds just as pretty as it looks by diving into the features! 

Features

Spatial Technology Sound System

Casio’s new Spatial Technology Sound System packs a big punch with its four full-range speakers. These speakers are securely surrounded by a housing made up of a combination of wood and composite. 

Piano Position 

The sound of the piano can be optimized with a feature called Piano Position, which lets you tell the smart piano if your instrument is situated against a wall, or if it is on a table or in the middle of a room.  

Tones

This PXS boasts 350 tones in the sound bank and has a wide range of instruments including pianos, strings, organs, bass, and vibraphone. I was especially impressed with the upright bass tones, as well as the variety of pop piano voices available. Keep reading to listen to an all-playing, no-talking demo by Bonner’s music! 

Other Features:

Other notable features of this instrument include:

• Compatibility with Casio Music Space
• 100 editable DSP effects
• Illuminated touch sensor controls
• String resonance modeling
• A new rhythm editor 
• Bluetooth audio and MIDI-compatible
• Split and layer modes
• Duet mode
• Double headphone jacks 
• 16 types of tuning variations 
• Better connectivity than ever- It even has a mic input

Specifications

• Weight: 25 pounds
• Dimensions:
• Height: 4 inches
• Width: 52.8 inches
• Depth: 9.52 inches 

Who is it suitable for?

The Casio PX-S6000 is suitable for a very wide range of players- But I think it best fits intermediates and up due to its price range. 

Pianists who plan on playing in pit orchestras or on solo gigs will find just about everything they need inside this model- and then some. This model has a hundred more sounds than the earlier PX-S50000 and much more editability. I believe that composers, singer-songwriters, and private music teachers will also enjoy the PX-S6000’s versatility and action. 

The PX-S6000 In Action

This demo by Bonners will give you a better feel for the sounds of the instrument.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• It has a mic input makes it ideal for recording artists
• It has an included pitch bend wheel
• It is available in a package with a stand for the same price as the original
• It has loads of built-in effects
• It has more tones, polyphony, and editing options than the previous model
• The spruce-composite keys are lovely and heavy 
• Optional battery power for playing on the go
• The action is very quiet 
• The grand piano samples have 4 layers of samples

Cons

• It may be out of the price range for beginners 
• You need a flash drive to record on it (not the case with the PX-S7000)

There were no huge cons for me, but it is worth noting that the price range is getting pretty close to the $2,0000 range, which I realize is not in the budget for a lot of intermediate players. This model also requires a flash drive in order for you to be able to record and playback sounds, which is a minor inconvenience for those who want to track something right out of the box. 

Customer Ratings

The customers on Amazon.com rated the S6000 a 4.8/5. Several players talked about the goodies you get in the package, and many were impressed with the keybeds weight and feel. There was only one 3-star review, which was the lowest rating given. This customer had issues with the stand and wasn’t a big fan of the plastic design. It’s hard to say if the buyer put the stand on correctly or tightly enough, as some digital pianos can be difficult to get on the stands. 

Comparable Instruments 

Other PX-S instruments that are comparable to the S6000 include the S5000 and S7000. If you are looking for something more economical and don’t mind if there isn’t a mic input or many included, the S5000 is an excellent option. Personally, I think it’s best to save up for the S6000 though because 23 tones vs. 350 is a significant difference. 

On the other hand, the S7000 takes things to the next level, with its built-in triple pedal unit and even more acoustic piano tones.  

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Casio PX-S6000: Conclusion

In conclusion, the PX-S6000 is a stellar keyboard for the tech-savvy gigging musician. This model combines a slimline design with the heft of real wood keys, which is an extremely difficult combo to find in the digital piano world. 

Music quote of the week: 

“My life’s far too complicated to be summed up in one song. It would take 20 just to represent one single day.” -Meat Loaf

10Expert Score

We rated the Casio PX-S6000 a full 10/10 because of its stunning hybrid action, recording abilities, and tech-savvy onboard setup. The composite-wood weighted keys provide an even yet heavy touch that many players will enjoy. The upgrades made to this model are very apparent. The S6000 is truly a cut above the rest.

PROS

• It has a mic input makes it ideal for recording artists
• It has an included pitch bend wheel
• It is available in a package with a stand for the same price as the original
• It has loads of built-in effects
• It has more tones, polyphony, and editing options than the previous model
• The spruce-composite keys are lovely and heavy
• Optional battery power for playing on the go
• The action is very quiet
• The grand piano samples have 4 layers of samples

CONS

• It may be out of the price range for beginners
• You need a flash drive to record on it (not the case with the PX-S7000)