CT-101
The Casio CT-101 (CasioTone 101) is a basic 8-voice analog preset synthesizer from 1981 with a 49-key keyboard, 25 preset sounds, and a distinctive Cosmic Tone patch that uses two oscillators tuned an octave apart for a unique fading effect.
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CT-401
The Casio CT-401 is a preset synthesizer from 1981 featuring 14 preset sounds and 16 drum/rhythm patterns, notable as Casio's first keyboard with an auto-accompaniment section.
CZ-1
The Casio CZ-1 is a 61-note Phase Distortion digital synthesizer featuring a professional velocity and aftertouch-sensitive keyboard, competing with the CZ-5000 as one of the best all-around models in the CZ series.
CZ-1000
The Casio CZ-1000 is an entry-level 49-key synthesizer from 1985 featuring Phase Distortion synthesis and surprisingly capable 8-stage envelopes for creating digital and analog-like sounds.
CZ-101
The Casio CZ-101 is a compact, affordable digital synthesizer featuring Phase Distortion synthesis with an 8-stage envelope design and mini keyboard, produced from 1985 to 1988.
CZ-230S
A phase distortion synthesizer from 1986 disguised as a home keyboard, sharing the same synthesis engine as the CZ-101 with a built-in speaker, drum machine, and full MIDI implementation.
CZ-3000
The CZ-3000 is a professional 61-key phase-distortion digital synthesizer from Casio with 16-voice polyphony. It expands the CZ series into the professional arena with a full 5-octave splittable keyboard, 8-stage envelopes, and 2 oscillators per voice for a thicker tone.
CZ-5000
The Casio CZ-5000 is the flagship of Casio's CZ line, a 16-voice phase distortion synthesizer with a 61-key split keyboard, an 8-track sequencer, and the same accessible yet powerful synthesis engine found across the CZ series.
HT-3000
The Casio HT-3000 is a home keyboard synthesizer from 1987 featuring Casio's proprietary SD (Spectrum Dynamic) Synthesis, which combines 32 digitally-designed waveforms with real analog voltage-controlled filtering. It offers 8-voice polyphony, a built-in drum machine, auto-accompaniment, and analog chorus effects in a 61-key package.
HZ-600
The Casio HZ-600 is a bitimbral hybrid synthesizer from 1987 featuring Casio's Spectrum Dynamic synthesis with 32 time-evolving digital waveforms, dual analog voltage-controlled filters, and 8-voice polyphony across a 61-key keyboard.
VL-Tone VL-1
The Casio VL-1, also known as the VL-Tone, is a miniature monophonic synthesizer and calculator hybrid released in 1979. Weighing under a pound, it features preset sounds, a built-in rhythm machine, and a 100-note sequencer. Its cheap, tinny sound became iconic through use by artists like Trio, Devo, and The Human League.
VZ-1
The Casio VZ-1 is a professional synthesizer released in 1988 that combines phase distortion and frequency modulation synthesis using eight iPD oscillator modules arranged in four pairs. Featuring a 61-key keyboard with velocity and aftertouch, it delivers distinctive space-age sounds ranging from smooth pads to harsh, complex textures.
VZ-8M
The Casio VZ-8M is a 1U rack-mount synthesizer module utilizing Casio's Interactive Phase Distortion (IPD) synthesis engine with 8 voices of polyphony. Released in 1988, it was designed with MIDI guitar and wind controller compatibility in mind, offering 8 individually configurable sound modules each with a DCO and DCA.
XW-G1
The Casio XW-G1 is a groove synthesizer keyboard released in 2014, designed specifically for DJ and club performers. It combines three sound engines — solo synths, PCM tones, and a sampler — with an interactive step sequencer and sample looper for live electronic music production.
XW-P1
The Casio XW-P1 is a 61-key performance synthesizer that combines virtual analog synthesis with sample-based digital sound sources. It features Casio's Hybrid Processing Sound Source, a step sequencer, arpeggiator, and real-time performance controls designed for live musicians.
Sampler
FZ-1
A professional 16-bit sampling keyboard from Casio with 8-voice polyphony, variable sample rates up to 36kHz, additive synthesis, and waveform drawing capabilities.
FZ20M
The Casio FZ20M is a rack-mount 16-bit sampler released in 1988, building upon the FZ1 and FZ10M with improved capabilities including SCSI connectivity for hard drive integration.
SK-1
The Casio SK-1 is an inexpensive portable sampling keyboard released in 1985, featuring four-voice polyphony, 8-bit PCM sampling, and 32 mini-keys. Despite its toy-like design and limited capabilities, it became a cult classic in lo-fi and experimental music, used by artists including Fatboy Slim, Beck, and Portishead.
Drum Machine
RZ-1
The Casio RZ-1 is a digital drum machine from 1986 featuring 12 PCM sampled sounds and onboard sampling capability, allowing users to create up to four custom percussion sounds.
Keyboard
MT-40
The Casio MT-40 is an unassuming budget keyboard from the early 1980s that became a foundational instrument in reggae and dancehall music history. Its built-in "rock" rhythm pattern provided the basis for Wayne Smith and King Jammy's 1984 track "Under Mi Sleng Teng," one of the most influential riddims ever recorded.