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When it comes to LCD TVs, Samsung currently produce arguably the best and most popular LCD TV models in the market. Panasonic on the other hand, holds the reign when it comes to Plasma TVs. To put it simply, if you are torn between buying a LCD and Plasma HDTV, you will have to choose between and Samsung and Panasonic model. Here is a quick guide to help you make your decision.

Viewing Angle: Both Samsung LCD and Panasonic Plasma TVs have similar viewing angles. Plasma TV's viewing angle can be as wide as 178 degrees, while LCD TV's are up to 175 degrees. Although both types of TVs have similar viewing angles, the images of Plasma TVs do not suffer from any degradation of quality even when viewed from odd angles. LCDs on the other hand, are best viewed from the front for the best visuals.

Refresh Rates: Traditionally, Plasma TVs have lighting speed refresher rates, similar to the rates of CRT televisions. LCDs on the other hand have much slower refresher rates, but recent technological advancements have greatly improved the refresher rates of LCD TVs. Some high-end (and expensive) LCD TV models today have refresher rates of 5ms.

Burn In: Plasma TVs are not well suited for the display of static images. After prolonged use of displaying static videos, they are prone to burn-in effects, where it will leave behind permanent video 'residues' on the screen, very much like a permanent shadow on the screen. Newer models today have significantly curbed this problem. LCDs on the other hand, are prone to a similar problem called "retained pixel charge" where a pixel (or a groups of pixels) remains discolored. Fortunately, this problem is fixable.

Life Span: Most LCD models today last between thirty thousand and sixty thousand hours. Plasma TVs take around the same amount of time to reach 'half life' (where the display fades to more than half of its brightness). Recently, Panasonic has announced that its Plasma TVs can last up to 100'000 hours.

Durability: Plasma TVs are generally heavier and a little thicker than LCD TVs. Due to its weight; it is best to leave the installation process to the experts, especially if you plan to mount your Plasma on the wall. Plasmas are also more fragile, so extra care should be taken when transporting them.

Image Quality: It is undisputed that Plasma TVs produced clearer and sharper images. This is due to this high contrasts ratio that is unrivalled by even the most expensive LCD model. The blacks are deeper and the visuals are more brilliant on a Plasma TV. On the other hand, the screen of LCD display reflects very little light, producing a better viewing experience in a brightly lighted room.

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Casio LK-230 61-Key Lighted-Note Keyboard $99.99 Casio LK-230 61-Key Lighted-Note Keyboard

Casio Lk-230 61-Key Lighted-Note Keyboard $99.99 Casio LK-230 61-Key Lighted-Note Keyboard

Casio LK-270 Lighted Keyboard $228.95 The Casio LK-270 is an affordable instrument with a 61 Key Touch Sensitive, Lighted Keyboard with 570 total onboard Tones, 180 Rhythms and Digital Effects. Packed with great features such as Casios famous Lighted Key Step-up Lesson System, audio inputs for a MP3 player, Mic Input, USB port for MIDI implementation. All this makes the LK-270 more fun and easier to learn to play music.

Casio LK-280 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard $181.99 Casio LK-280 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard

Casio LK-220 61-Key Lighted Note Portable Keyboard 886830291562 $75 Casio LK-220 61-Key Lighted Note Portable Keyboard 886830291562

Casio LK-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard 886830271311 $109.65 Casio LK-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard 886830271311

Casio LK-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard $129 Casio LK-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard

Casio Lk-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard $129 Casio LK-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard

Casio Lk-280 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard $181.99 Casio LK-280 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard

Yamaha EZ-200/AD 61-Key Lighted Keyboard with Yamaha Education Suite EZ200AD $184.43 Yamaha EZ-200/AD 61-Key Lighted Keyboard with Yamaha Education Suite EZ200AD

Amazing Brand New USB 2.0 Lighted LED Keyboard ds-9868 $27.51 Amazing Brand New USB 2.0 Lighted LED Keyboard ds-9868 Anti-static, Anti-Electromagnetic interference

Casio Portable Keyboard with 61 Standard-Size Lighted Keys $139.99 This keyboard features 61 lighted keys and touch-response settings for convenient playing. The Step-Up learning system breaks down practice pieces to help you learn units step by step and fuels musical creativity.

Casio Lighted Keys 61-Key Lighted Musical Keyboard $259.99 Keyboard61 standard-size keysTouch Response2 types, OffKey Light System:Up to 4 keys can be lit at the same timeMaximum Polyphony48 notes (24 for certain tones)TonesBuilt-in Tones: 400Sampling Tones: 1Sampling time: 1 second (fixed)Effects10 typesReverb1 to 10, OffMetronomeBeats per Measure: 0, 2 to 6Tempo Range: 30 to 255Song BankTunes 110Step UpLessonLessons: 4 (Listen, Watch, Remember,Auto)Lesson Part: L, R, LRFunctions: Repeat, Voice Fingering Guide, NoteGuide.PerformanceEvaluationMusic Challenge20 notesAutoAccompanimentRhythm Patterns: 150One Touch Presets: 150OtherFunctionsTranspose: +/-1 octaves (12 semitones)Tuning: A4 = approx. 440 Hz +/- 100 centsMIDI16 multi-tone received, GM Level 1 standardMusical Information FunctionTone, Rhythm, Song Bank, numbers and names; staffnotation, fingering, pedal operation, tempo, measure and beatnumber, chord name, etc.Inputs/OutputsUSB portTYPE BSustain jackStandard jack (sustain, sostenuto,soft, rhythm start/stop)Phones/Output jackStereo standard jackOutput Impedance40 kOhm, Input Sensitivity: 200 mVMic In jackStandard jackInput Impedance3 kOhm, Input Sensitivity: 10 mVPower Jack9V DCPower Supply2-wayBatteries6 AA-size zinc-carbon batteries oralkaline batteriesBattery LifeApproximately 3 hours continuousoperation on alkaline batteriesAC AdapterAD-5Auto Power OffApproximately 6 minutes after last key operation(Operates during battery use only)Speakers10 cm x 2 (Output: 2 W + 2 W)Power Consumption9V - 7.7WDimensions94.9 x 35.7 x 11.8 cmWeightApproximately 4.2 kg (withoutbatteries)Specs are subject to change w/o notice

Yamaha Ez-220 61-Key Lighted Key Portable Keyboard $159.99 The Yamaha 61-key EZ-220 portable keyboard is an ideal choice for beginners and families who not only want to enter into the world of piano play, but also want to improve their skills thanks to the innovative Yamaha Education Suite and its ability to interface with the Apple iPad. It also includes 392 instrument sounds including strings, guitars, brass, saxophones, drums and piano. Lighted keys, built-in wireless connectivity to the free Page Turner iPad app and 100 preset songs with digital score make the EZ-220 even more helpful for your learning process. The EZ-220 USB TO HOST port lets you connect the keyboard to your computer for use with a wide range of music programs for both education and entertainment. Finally, there's even a specially designed clip that secures an iPad to the included music rest.61 touch-responsive organ styleCustom LCD Display: 3.62 x 1.25" (92mm x 32mm)AWM stereo samplingMax. Polyphony: 32392 VoicesCompatibility: GM, XGlite9 types of reverbFunctions: Panel sustainStyles: 100Fingering: MultiStyle Control: Intro, main x2, fill-in, endingOne Touch Setting (OTS)Number of Preset Songs: 100 plus one demo songLesson:Lesson/guideGuide lampPage turnerYamaha Education Suite (YES): Listen & Learn, Timing, Waiting, Chord DictionaryMetronomeTempo Range: 11-280Transpose: -12 to 0, 0 to +12TuningMiscellaneous: Portable grand buttonConnectivity:DC in: DC IN 12VHeadphones: x 1USB to hostAUX pedal: 1 footswitch (optional)Wireless Page Turner iPad app compatibleAmplifiers: 2 x 2.5WSpeakers: 2 x 4.72" (12cm)

Casio LK-230 Lighted keys keyboard $149.95 Not only does the LK-230 feature the helpful Step-Up learning system, in which the practice pieces are broken down into small learning units that are then learned step by step; it also inspires musical creativity: The new Voice Pad function makes it really simple to play back voice samples and other sounds and effects using the pads. And thats not all; the LK-230 has plenty more to offer, including the AHL sound source boasting 48 notes, 150 rhythms, an extended automatic accompaniment feature with ON-bass chord and a large, easy-to-read display.

Ion Audio Piano Apprentice 25-note Lighted Keyboard for iPad, iPod and iPhone $118.48 Brand: IonName: 25-note lighted keyboard for iPad, iPod, iPhoneModel: ICK05 Dimensions: 4 inches high x 15 inches wide x 10 inches longWeight: 3 poundsAge Group: AllRuns on AA batteries (not included) or an AC adaptorBattery Size: AA

Used Casio Lk-230 61-Key Lighted-Note Keyboard $136.45 Not only does the 61-note Casio LK-230 feature the helpful Step-Up learning system, in which the practice pieces are broken down into small learning units that are then learned step by step, the keyboard also inspires musical creativity. Its Voice Pad function makes it really simple to play back voice samples and other sounds and effects. The LK-230 also includes the AHL sound source that boasts of 48 notes, 150 rhythms, an extended automatic accompaniment feature with an on-bass chord, and a large, easy-to-read display.The 61 light-up keys on the LK-230 keyboard guide you through a whole host of songs. A practice piece is divided into individual sections and then learned step by step, just like in a traditional music lesson. This 3-level, interactive learning system features light-up keys and offers a simple way to achieve your goals.Some additional benefits of the LK-230 Casio keyboard include: vivid sound diversity, in that the LK-230 can play up to 48 notes simultaneously. Also, the innovative 400 AHL tones produce top-quality sound perfectly suited to both classical piano music and other genres. 150 rhythms provide you with a colorful overview of the world of music, and you can listen, sing along, and play along while the LK-230 stores 110 top-quality songs. The large, easy-to-read LC display shows you key information at a glance, and whether you're giving a live performance to an audience or alone in your living room, an impressive 10 reverb effects enhance the sound diversity of your keyboard.The tried-and-tested interface quickly and simply connects your Casio keyboard with the computer: plug and play with Windows XP/Vista and Mac from OSX 10.3 ensures optimum compatibility. Recordings can be played back with the keyboard and pads using the sampling function (audio input), and 10 additional sound effects are provided to boost the fun factor.The Voice Pad function provides a simple way of playing back voice samples, as well as other effects and sounds using the keyboard's pads. Moreover, the audio-in function lets you record your own samples of up to ten seconds, which can then also be played through the Voice Pad function. In addition, you can simply plug in and get singing: The Casio LK-230 has a practical microphone input that allows users to sing along to a selection of songs or make recordings using the sampling function. It's easy to connect a CD or MP3 player to the audio input and play along with your favorite song on the keyboard.The 110 practice pieces in the electric keyboard's Song Bank can be controlled through the Song Bank Controller in a similar way to a CD player, allowing players to practice the piece effectively. The system features two loudspeakers, and with a power of two times two watts, it produces an impressive and balanced sound.Step-Up learning system48-note polyphony AHL sound source400 AHL tones150 rhythms110 songsLC display10 digital effectsUSB MIDISampling functionVoice pad functionMicrophone inputAudio inputA

Refurbished Casio Lk-230 61-Key Lighted-Note Keyboard $99.99 Not only does the 61-note Casio LK-230 feature the helpful Step-Up learning system, in which the practice pieces are broken down into small learning units that are then learned step by step, the keyboard also inspires musical creativity. Its Voice Pad function makes it really simple to play back voice samples and other sounds and effects. The LK-230 also includes the AHL sound source that boasts of 48 notes, 150 rhythms, an extended automatic accompaniment feature with an on-bass chord, and a large, easy-to-read display.The 61 light-up keys on the LK-230 keyboard guide you through a whole host of songs. A practice piece is divided into individual sections and then learned step by step, just like in a traditional music lesson. This 3-level, interactive learning system features light-up keys and offers a simple way to achieve your goals.Some additional benefits of the LK-230 Casio keyboard include: vivid sound diversity, in that the LK-230 can play up to 48 notes simultaneously. Also, the innovative 400 AHL tones produce top-quality sound perfectly suited to both classical piano music and other genres. 150 rhythms provide you with a colorful overview of the world of music, and you can listen, sing along, and play along while the LK-230 stores 110 top-quality songs. The large, easy-to-read LC display shows you key information at a glance, and whether you're giving a live performance to an audience or alone in your living room, an impressive 10 reverb effects enhance the sound diversity of your keyboard.The tried-and-tested interface quickly and simply connects your Casio keyboard with the computer: plug and play with Windows XP/Vista and Mac from OSX 10.3 ensures optimum compatibility. Recordings can be played back with the keyboard and pads using the sampling function (audio input), and 10 additional sound effects are provided to boost the fun factor.The Voice Pad function provides a simple way of playing back voice samples, as well as other effects and sounds using the keyboard's pads. Moreover, the audio-in function lets you record your own samples of up to ten seconds, which can then also be played through the Voice Pad function. In addition, you can simply plug in and get singing: The Casio LK-230 has a practical microphone input that allows users to sing along to a selection of songs or make recordings using the sampling function. It's easy to connect a CD or MP3 player to the audio input and play along with your favorite song on the keyboard.The 110 practice pieces in the electric keyboard's Song Bank can be controlled through the Song Bank Controller in a similar way to a CD player, allowing players to practice the piece effectively. The system features two loudspeakers, and with a power of two times two watts, it produces an impressive and balanced sound.Step-Up learning system48-note polyphony AHL sound source400 AHL tones150 rhythms110 songsLC display10 digital effectsUSB MIDISampling functionVoice pad functionMicrophone inputAudio inputA

Casio Lighted Keys 61-Key Musical Keyboard $199.99 Model LK165 Keyboard Number of the key 61Keys Keyboard size Piano type standard size keys Touch Response - Key Light System Up to 4 keys can be lit at the same time Sound Source Sound Source AHL Maximum Polyphony 48 notes MIDI GM Level 1 compliant Key Transpose ±1 octave (-12 to 0 to +12 semitones) Tuning Control A4=415.5 - 440.0 - 465.9Hz Tones Number of built-in tones 600 Stereo sampling piano tone Yes Sampling tone Max recording time: 1second, Max. 3 sampled tones Digital Effects Reverb 10 types Rhythms Built-in rhythms 150 patterns One touch preset 150 one touch preset Song Bank 110 songs (Including 20 songs for practice） Lesson Function Yes (Step up lesson) Metronome 0, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 beats (Adjustable tempo: 30 to 255) Number of demonstration songs 90 songs (Loop playback except practice songs) Auto-start demonstration Yes PADS 5 pads ×４ sets Display Screen LCD size 92mm×40mm I-con Common I-con design Input/Output Terminals USB port To hose SUSTAIN jack Yes PHONES/OUTPUT jack Yes AUDIO IN jack - MIC IN jack Yes (MIC Vol on back） DC IN jack 9.5V Speakers Speaker size 10cm×2 Speaker output 2W+2W Power Jack DC9.5V ( D size batteries x 6) Included Accessories AC Adapter, Music stand, Music book

Ion Audio ICK05 PIANO APPRENTICE 25-note Lighted Keyboard for iPad, iPod and iPhone $74.99 Type: Keyboard iPad Compatible: Yes Features: 25-note lighted keyboard with touch-sensitive mini-keys Follow the lighted keys and learn how to play piano quickly Free piano teaching app available via iTunes Compatible with-iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPod Touch, 3rd gen iPod Touch, 4th gen iPad 1, iPad 2 Powered by batteries (included) or optional AC adapter Compatibility: Apple iPad,Apple iPod and Apple iPhone

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Casio LK230F Piano-style Electronic Keyboard with Lighted Keys $179.96 The LK-230 features a phase by phase learning system in which pieces are broken down into small learning units that can be learned step by step. In addition to the lesson system, the keys light to show correct key to assist. The lesson system is interactive allowing both or left right hands providing scoring to advance to next stage. Now students can have fun and learn, inspiring musical creativity. The new Voice Pad function makes it really simple to play back voice samples and other sounds and effects using the pads. And that's not all, the 61 key LK-230 has plenty more to offer, including the AHL sound source boasting 48-note polyphony, 150 rhythms, an extended automatic accompaniment feature with ON-bass chord and a large, easy-to-read display. New Voice Pad function, 400 Tones, Step-Up lesson system, Sampling Function, Audio-in Terminal for mp3-Player and Microphone input. AC adapter included. Optional stand available. Features 61 standard-size lighted keys 400 tones, 150 Rhythms and 110 songs Incredible Phase by Phase lesson system - left or right hand (Listen, Watch, Remember) New 48-note polyphony AHL sound source 400 Tones, 150 Rhythms Sampling Function, Audio-in Terminal for MP3 Player AC adapter included. Optional stand available (Web ID: 4214988)

Used Casio Lk-280 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard $181.99 The Casio LK-280 Portable Keyboard features 61 light-up keys, up to 600 built-in tones, stereo piano sounds and more. There is a 1/8" (3.5mm) mini input for connecting external portable MP3 players, and a USB port for class compliant MIDI operation. Play along with up to 180 built-in rhythms and accompaniments that follow your chord changes. In addition to all this, there is a 5 song recorder, capable of layering up to 6 tracks and an SD card slot for storage. The LK-280 is battery operated for complete portability, and the AC power supply is also included.The LK-280 also features Casio's Step-Up Lesson System, which allows novice users to learn at their own individual pace. Utilizing the LCD display, aspiring musicians can learn both music notation and correct hand positioning, while Casios innovative lesson system evaluates performance so you can track your progress.61-note, touch-response, piano-style keyboard with light-up keys600 Built-in tones including stereo pianos180 Rhythm & accompaniment patterns48 Note polyphonySD card storageLarge backlit display with notation and fingering displayIntegrated step-up lesson system5 Song, 6 track recorderClass compliant USB MIDI port1/8" Audio line inputHeadphone outputIncludes AC Power adapter, music stand, and music book including internal songs

Yamaha EZ200 61 Key EZ Learn Keyboard with Lighted Keys amp; 367 Voices $227.43 Learn to play the amp;quot;EZamp;quot; way with the EZ200 Never played before? The EZ200 lighted keyboard from Yamaha will have you playing songs from the very first day. Just call up a song from the 100 songs builtin to the keyboard select if you d like to play the left or right hand part and hit amp;quot;Startamp;quot;. The keyboard will light up the key that you re supposed to play and in fact the song will actually stop and wait for you to find the correct key All of the tools you need are found in the keyboard including how to play chords. Expressive Touch like a piano If you re buying a keyboard having piano in mind youll want Yamahas Touch Response feature. On an acoustic piano striking a key harder will produce a louder sound striking it softer will produce a softer sound. With Yamahas amp;quot;Touch Responseamp;quot; the EZ200 keyboard responds like an acoustic piano. Portable Grand: Industrys best piano You re never more than a button push away from the most realistic piano sound in portable keyboards today. One press of the Portable Grand button resets the entire keyboard to a stereosampled piano perfect for when its time to practice. Yamaha is known around the world for the quality of our acoustic pianos and this attention to detail is evident as you enjoy the warmth and clarity of the EZ200 Portable Grand piano. And of course the keyboard includes a Sustain Pedal jack on the back for practicing and playing piano pieces. Yamaha Education Suite: Helps you learn to play Learn to play the amp;quot;EZamp;quot; way Expressive Touch like a piano Portable Grand Yamaha Education Suite Computer Connectivity 367 Voices to choose from Sound Quality real stereo 32 note Polyphony 9 Digital Reverb effects The EZ200 has 100 builtin songs for you to learn to play using the Yamaha Education Suite. The songs are separated into left and right hand parts providing 7 levels of lessons plus a convenient chord dictionary. In addition the

Adesso MiniTouch ACK-540PB Keyboard $54.99 1 1 Year 1" 1.54 lb 11.50" 8.50" 88 - Small and lightweight Lighted LEDs for Num, Caps, and Scroll Lock Connectivity: IBM AT, PS/2 Full functions of 104/105 key enhanced layout No contact force required Windows 98 Windows ME Windows 2000 Windows NT 4.0 Windows XP Two PS/2 ports ACK-540PB Adesso Adesso, Inc Black Function Keyboard Membrane MiniTouch MiniTouch ACK-540PB Keyboard PC PS/2 Palm Rest QWERTY Quiet Keys The Mini-Touch keyboard combines the control of an integrated touchpad with the features of a standard keyboard to provide a small yet powerful input device. TouchPad Wired www.adesso.com

Casio LK-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard 886830271311 $109.65 The Casio LK-165 Portable Keyboard features 61 keys, 400 built-in tones, stereo piano sounds, and more. There is a 1/8" (3.5mm) mini input for connecting external portable MP3 players, and a USB port for class compliant MIDI operation. Play along with up to 150 built-in rhythms and accompaniments that follow your chord changes. A built-in 10 second sampler lets you sample clips from MP3 players and other external sources.The Casio LK-165 has full-sized keys that light up and teach you which notes to play, and 48-note polyphony, the most in this class. The Casio LK-165 also features Casio's Step-Up Lesson System, which allows novice users to learn at their own individual pace. Utilizing the LCD display, aspiring musicians can learn both music notation and correct hand positioning, while Casios innovative lesson system evaluates performance so you can track your progressFull-sized keys that light up and teach you which notes to playA wide variety of sounds including stereo pianosThe most polyphony in this classWide variety of styles and background tracksListen to an iPod or MP3 player Class-compliant USB lets you easily connect to Mac or PC without driversSample sounds from your MP3 player and play them from the keyboardUse the lesson features to learn to play the built in songsReverb and chorus effects add depth and realism to the soundsIncludes AC Power adapter, music stand, and music book including internal songs

Used Casio Lk-165 61 Lighted-Key Educational Portable Keyboard 886830271311 $109.65 The Casio LK-165 Portable Keyboard features 61 keys, 400 built-in tones, stereo piano sounds, and more. There is a 1/8" (3.5mm) mini input for connecting external portable MP3 players, and a USB port for class compliant MIDI operation. Play along with up to 150 built-in rhythms and accompaniments that follow your chord changes. A built-in 10 second sampler lets you sample clips from MP3 players and other external sources.The Casio LK-165 has full-sized keys that light up and teach you which notes to play, and 48-note polyphony, the most in this class. The Casio LK-165 also features Casio's Step-Up Lesson System, which allows novice users to learn at their own individual pace. Utilizing the LCD display, aspiring musicians can learn both music notation and correct hand positioning, while Casios innovative lesson system evaluates performance so you can track your progressFull-sized keys that light up and teach you which notes to playA wide variety of sounds including stereo pianosThe most polyphony in this classWide variety of styles and background tracksListen to an iPod or MP3 player Class-compliant USB lets you easily connect to Mac or PC without driversSample sounds from your MP3 player and play them from the keyboardUse the lesson features to learn to play the built in songsReverb and chorus effects add depth and realism to the soundsIncludes AC Power adapter, music stand, and music book including internal songs