Trackformer studiodata editor for xwpd1 is a music data management software that you can run on your computer to perform the following tasks. I know there is no measurebymeasure sequencer in the xw p1 but there must be a way to record longer phrases and multitrack aside from the 16step sequencer or phrase recorder. But the xwp1 also makes a very practical stage pianoorgan. Mdp2 midi designer pro 2 is the next generation of midi designer pro, which took the musicmaking world by storm when it launched in 2012. We test the limited gold edition of casios performance synth. Due to the power of the air sound source, px5s takes them several steps further. Linear recording with xwp1 xw sequencing casio music. The casio xwp1 has a 6 oscillator monophonic solo synth on it that creates some amazing tones effortlessly.
It tries a little too hard at times but the xwp1 rewards your patience with. Equipped with modern, hybrid sound module generates unique sounds that encourage the creation of most of the original music. Casio xwp1 keyboard synthesizer the casio xwp1 is a 61 key performance synthesizer with casios exclusive hpss hybrid processing sound source. Check out the xw p1 faq for details about how to use the sequencer for creating longer more linear sounding musical arrangements. Jul 28, 2015 casio teclados i tutorial xw p1 i como utilizar o software editor. Take advantage of stateoftheart features to mix and dj music or create video mashups using songs and videos from your device libraries. Xwpd1 trackformer electronic musical instruments casio. Jan 25, 2012 heres an indepth look, by daniel fisher, at the new casio xwp1 performance synthesizer from the 2012 namm show the casio xwg1 is a groove synthesizer equipped with a keyboard and designed to offer the various kinds of digital equipment used by club djs, including the ability to create and play back a variety of rhythm patterns and musical phrases. Dream, create and play your perfect midi controller with midi designer pro. Hex layers were originally introduced in the award winning xwp1 synthesizer.
I got into learning ableton and realized that the sequencing and performance aspect of the xw werent as needed andor compelling as learning ableton was. Basically you get a track for each pad and there are 4 selectable banks of 16 pads. Xwg1 data editor for xwg1 is a music data management software that you can run on your computer to perform the following tasks. Hex layers derived from the successful casio xwp1 synthesizer allow you to dynamically overlay up to six sounds for atmospheric synth effects or complex orchestra simulations. They even have a good list of items for a xwp1 software update coming in late april which will add some additional features. The editor software for this keyboard seems overly complicated and confusing. If you have the ipad, may i suggest you download the ims20 app. Patch changing is simple, editing parts is a breeze, and learning the more indepth in and outs takes no more than 15 minutes. Even if you dont like its sound i do, the step sequencing is terrifically fun and inspiring to use. Trackformer studiodata editor for xw pd1 is a music data management software that you can run on your computer to perform the following tasks. Electronic musical instruments downloads support casio. But the xw p1 also makes a very practical stage pianoorgan. Find great deals on ebay for casio xwg1 and casio xwp1.
Song book for ctk2500, ctk2550, ctk3500, lk190, lk265, lk266 version. Solo synth the xwp1 utilizes casios exclusive hpss hybrid processing sound source, a six oscillator monophonic solo synth that is just one of its amazing sound engines. Amazing synth the xw p1, which has been created for live performances, provides a range of fantastic sounds. Eowave domino is a discrete monophonic analogue synthesizer with a vco in the tradition of ms20 and tb303. The xw p1 looks like a fun machine, but nothing more. Reset casio xwp1 synthesizer its been over twenty years since casio has made a synthesizer for the pro market, but at namm 2012 they announced the xwp1 and xwg1, two competitivelypriced, yet very capable keyboards that have a lot to offer.
This software allows you to edit tones, performances and more using your computer. Technically it covers a whole lot of ground and for certain stylesprojects it has secret weapon written all over it. Edit instrument data files created by the instrument or this software. Decked out with a 61key keyboard, this synth is ready to rock on stage. The solo synth has the power to deliver classic analog sounds and sounds with an aggressive edge unlike anything else. The xw pd1 is an allinone machine that includes all the features essential for laying down tracks, such as a synthesizer, a sequencer, a sampler, effects, speaker and batteries. Part 1 on using the step sequencer on the casio xwp1 and xwg1. There are 400 pcm preset sounds onboard, with space for 100 user programs of your making. Casio says a future version will allow for undoredo commands while editing. The casio xwp1xwg1 hybrid hardware modification thread gearslutz is partsupported by our visitors. Requires downloading of dedicated application software and media. Casio synthesizer package with pedal, headphones, bag and more.
Casio xw p1 keyboard synthesizer the casio xw p1 is a 61 key performance synthesizer with casio s exclusive hpss hybrid processing sound source. The xwp1 performance synthesizer has a builtin track sequencer. This software is provided as is, and casio makes no express warranty concerning the software s ability to operate properly or to be free of defects, or concerning the correction of defects in the future, or the suitability of the software functions for any particular purpose. Mike shows off a lot of sounds, the ability to mix oscillators on the fly, and some awesome sequencing and arpeggiation capabilities. Without any training, i had beats kicking and bassline bumping. Its surprisingly deep and im excited to get into effect sequencing and external source slicing. Dec 14, 2012 put simply, the xw p1 is capable of producing sounds in a range of different ways, namely as a pcm synth with a generous onboard library of stock sounds, as a drawbar organ, as a solo synth and as a player of casio s own hex layers, of which more shortly.
Heres an indepth look, by daniel fisher, at the new casio xwp1 performance synthesizer from the 2012 namm show the casio xwg1 is a groove synthesizer equipped with a keyboard and designed to offer the various kinds of digital equipment used by club djs, including the ability to create and play back a variety of rhythm patterns and musical phrases. The revolution of studio one nodal sequencing presonus. Casio just released the mac and windows editor for the xwp1. This tutorial covers the basics of the sequencer including assigning tones. Casio xwp1 bstock performance synthesizer music store. Xwp1 synthesizers electronic musical instruments casio. Casio xwp1 performance synthesizer demo sweetwater. This software is provided as is, and casio makes no express warranty concerning the softwares ability to operate properly or to be free of defects, or concerning the correction of defects in the future, or the suitability of the software functions for any particular purpose. Providing screaming virtual analog monophonic leads and basses, drawbar organs, complex layers, stereo pianos, drums and more, the xwp1 has the sounds and realtime control the performing musician. Casio xwp1 performance synthesizer casio encyclotronic. The casio xw p1 performance synthesizer in depth demo.
Casio breaks the price barrier for virtualanalog synthesis with the powerful xwp1. Keyboard 61 standardsize keys touch response 2 types, off maximum polyphony 64 1 to 32 for some tones tones 420 preset, 220 user so read more. The xwj1 is an allinone vj dj controller for mixing music and videos using the djay app for itunes and the vjay video mixing app from algoriddim gmbh. Mike martin from casio visited sweetwater sound to give us a deep overview of the xw p1 performance synthesizer. The xwp1s step sequencer offers parallel tracks, nine of them for notes and four. Designed with the live setting in mind, the xw p1 performance synthesizer gives you plenty of opportunity to create earpleasing sounds with its plethora of preset tones like the solo synthesizer, hex layer, and drawbar organ, as well as numerous types of internal pcm and synth waves.
Very good condition, with german and english manual, and french adapter. The xw p1 does not have a linear sequencer as in a typical software or keyboard multitrack sequencerthe wk series does. The casio xw p1 has a 6 oscillator monophonic solo synth on it that creates some amazing tones effortlessly. It starts with layering 6 samples and a classic subtractive synth. Casio xwp1 performance synthesizer musicians friend. It has not a cz or vz synth and it is not based on pd or ipd synthesis. My test the test is in polish, but there is much audio samples. Xwp1 data editor for xwp1 is a music data management software that you can run on your computer to perform the following tasks.
It also provides the ability to back up any user data to your computer, so you can back things up without having to use an sd card. I can see the appeal as a light all in one board, particularly if you are unactive atm. Amazing synth the xwp1, which has been created for live performances, provides a range of fantastic sounds. If you can not find info under midi in the list, the firmware version of the instrument is less than 1. Jun 20, 2012 one of the more interesting announcements from this years namm show was the introduction of the casio xw p1 performance synthesizer the xwp1 is designed to be a true performance synthesizer that allows users to create a wide array of sounds from many preset tones, including solo synthesizer, hex layer, and drawbar organ tones, as well as numerous types of internal pcm and synth waves. My favorite part of the casio xw p1 is the sequencer. Put simply, the xwp1 is capable of producing sounds in a range of different ways, namely as a pcm synth with a generous onboard library of stock sounds, as a drawbar organ, as a solo synth and as a player of casios own hex layers, of which more shortly. The pedal inputs on the px5s also autodetect the polarity of the footswitch, allowing virtually any brand of footswitch to be used. The casio xwp1 is a synthesizer that is more designed for live use, but can be used in a studio or at home for playing and practicing with.
I would only recommend to intermediate and advanced producers however, as shes. About after 30 years of silence in the synth field casio came back with 2 new synths. This is not only a synthsequencer for beginners, its also a musthave for the. The xwp1 looks like a fun machine, but nothing more. They even have a good list of items for a xw p1 software update coming in late april which will add some additional features. Last it appears that the xw p1 editor is on target for the very end of the month. Press the setting button to display the setting screen.
The xwpd1 is an allinone machine that includes all the features essential for laying down tracks, such as a synthesizer, a sequencer, a sampler, effects, speaker and batteries. Making sounds or patches with the casio xwp1 data editor. The step sequencer itself on the xwpd1 is 64 tracks. Hi dudes, this is my first post and my first post here on the forums, ive been producing music for the past 19 years since i was 15 using a mega st, amiga 5001200, octamed sountrackers, playstations music 2000, to pc based sequencers, ive been a propellerheads reason user since. Find great deals on ebay for casio xw g1 and casio xw p1. Apr 02, 2012 casio just released the mac and windows editor for the xwp1. I got into learning ableton and realized that the sequencing and performance aspect of the xw werent as. The xwp1 is a 61 key performance synthesizer with casios exclusive hpss. The xw j1 is an allinone vj dj controller for mixing music and videos using the djay app for itunes and the vjay video mixing app from algoriddim gmbh. Mike martin from casio visited sweetwater sound to give us a deep overview of the xwp1 performance synthesizer. The casio xwp1xwg1 hybrid hardware modification thread.
Reference specifications model xwp1 keyboard 61 standardsize keys touch response 2 types, off maximum polyphony 64 notes 1 to 32 for some tones tones 620 preset, 310 user solo synthesizer tones 100 preset, 100 user hex layer tones 50 preset, 50 user. Reference specifications model xw p1 keyboard 61 standardsize keys touch response 2 types, off maximum polyphony 64 notes 1 to 32 for some tones tones 620 preset, 310 user solo synthesizer tones 100 preset, 100 user hex layer tones 50 preset, 50 user. It was released at the same time as the casio xwg1. Casios newest trackformer xwpd1 groove center is an allinone remix and beat production center, with a unique circular design. A quick tutorial on using the phrase sequencer on the casio xw series synthesizers. It also includes the waveforms from the original casio cz series of synthesizers. Hex layers were originally introduced in the award winning xw p1 synthesizer. A phrase sequencer is available for sound or user phrase presetting during a performance. It works as a sequencer, synthesizer and sampler and allows producers to easily build rhythms and and compose melodies quickly. Last it appears that the xwp1 editor is on target for the very end of the month. Casio teclados i tutorial xw p1 i como utilizar o software. Beware, one of the faders knobs is missing, but its not broken see picture.
The casio xwp1 is a powerful six oscillator monophonic solo synth that is ready to gig. Depending on what you want, theres probably a better option for it than the casio. Casio obviously named, designed, and marketed this for its synth features. In this video we are looking at the casio xwp1 synth, and making a patch sound with the software. The casio xw p1 is a synthesizer that is more designed for live use, but can be used in a studio or at home for playing and practicing with. Want some of those presets that casio has used in demo videos. Keyboard 61 standardsize keys touch response 2 types, off maximum polyphony 64 1 to 32 for. Edit parameters of instrument data on your computer. Casios mike martin has just uploaded a set of hex layer and solo synth presets for you complete with pdf documentation. Sonicstate video of the casio xwp1 casio announce the xw synthesizer series. Check out the xwp1 faq for details about how to use the sequencer for creating longer more linear sounding musical arrangements. Providing screaming virtual analog monophonic leads and basses, drawbar organs, complex layers, stereo pianos, drums and more, the xw p1 has the sounds and realtime control the performing musician.
This is the full, professional version for ipad and iphoneipod touch. Sequences can even transpose live from the keyboard, providing a. Casio xwp1 61key synthesizer bundle w double x keyboard. On the other side its always fun to be weird and use the thing that everyone sold a long time ago. The xw incorporates casios newly developed hybrid processing sound. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The xwp1 does not have a linear sequencer as in a typical software or keyboard multitrack sequencerthe wk series does. The drum sounds are all new and different from the xwg1 plus it has the ability to load in samples similar to the.
You need to download this update software and install it on the instrument. On your xwp1 instrument, press the power button to turn on the instrument. It also has excellent controllers like pads, knobs, sliders and more. Casio teclados i tutorial xw p1 i como utilizar o software editor.