CASIO XW-G1 synthesizer

CASIO XW-G1 is a synthesizer that lets users enjoy many of the features club DJs use on their digital equipment. The functions of various DJ gear are included in this all-in-one unit, including its Step Sequencer for selecting an array of rhythm patterns, Phrase Sequencer offering preset phrases that spice up DJ performances, and Sample Looper for digitally sampling　rhythm patterns, keyboard performances, or externally input sound allowing overdubbing. Using the built-in 61-key keyboard, users can not only play the keyboard live while using rhythm patterns as backing tracks, but can also use the keyboard to call up features quickly while DJ-ing, giving them real-time control of the instrument’s cool club sounds.

Step Sequencer lets users create and play back a variety of rhythm patterns • 100 different rhythm patterns are available for playback in the preset sequences • Up to 100 original rhythm patterns can be recorded as user sequences • Users can improvise using the set of 16 buttons while playing back rhythm patterns • Multiple rhythm patterns – as many as 99 – can be connected in a sequence and played

Phrase Sequencer lets users create and play back musical phrases that spice up DJ performances • 100 musical phrases can be readily played back using the preset phrases • Up to 100 musical phrases spontaneously played on the keyboard can be stored in memory as user phrases Useful functions bring out the best in live performance • A multifunction keys enables users to assign essential functions for DJ performances to keys • 420 preset tones including Solo Synthesizer and PCM tones can be quickly accessed in keyboard performances • The Arpeggio function can automatically play arpeggios just by pressing keys

Useful features for applications ranging from performance to music production • SMF data or audio data saved on an SD card can be played back while playing the keyboard • MIDI devices, microphones, audio players, and other equipment can be connected using the various input and output terminals • Portable audio equipment or MIDI devices can be placed on the designated rubber holding space