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Can you imagine lugging around a baby grand piano? With the Yamaha P85, you won't have to! It sounds like the baby grand but is definitely tons lighter!

The exceptional piano sounds it produces can be attributed to Yamaha's know-how in creating first-class piano sampling with their Advanced Wave Memory (AWM).

It's like a baby baby grand with its full 88-key keyboard that also varies the tonal quality depending on how hard or soft you play, which is pretty much like the real thing. The Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) keyboard makes this so.

Even though the keys are weighted the Yamaha P85 remains lightweight. It weighs about 25 lbs with its slim and well-built design, something that you would expect from Yamaha. Because of this, it is ultra portable and less awkward to carry around for gigs, jamming sessions or even simply moving in different rooms in the house.

To make it more desirable, this digital piano includes the following features:

* 64-note polyphony

* top-of-the line 10 instrument voices

* a library of over 50 pre-recorded songs

* a sustain pedal (Yamaha FC5).

Most digital pianos in the same price range as the Yamaha P85 only have 32-note polyphony. So, for those concerned about this detail, the P85's value just doubled. The instrument voices it has, though not as impressive as the piano sounds, are still supreme. The voices included are bass, strings, percussion, electric pianos, etc. It also comes with a metronome and a built-in recorder making it handy for compositions or recording for fun.

Yamaha P85 Contemporary Digital Piano

The Yamaha P85 also includes MIDI in/out jacks and two headphone jacks. For home or school practice sessions or presentations in small rooms, the built-in speakers would do. But, if you will be using it for gigs in large rooms like auditoriums or where there are a lot of people, you may have to connect external speakers or amps through the headphone jacks or it might sound dull.

This model also allows settings changes like reverb, transposing and pitch adjustments. The Yamaha P85 has a dual mode feature allowing you to tweak volume, octave and touch sensitivity, as well. Beginners may have to flip through the manual for these, though.

This digital piano is just right for new users or beginners but it also answers the seasoned musicians' call for top-of-the-line piano sounds in a lightweight system they can travel with for pleasure or business. The Yamaha P85 can be used in different locations and for many and various occasions, because it is portable and compact. Someone who lives in a small apartment or practices at a small studio would certainly benefit from its great features.

The high quality of not just the sound but also of the workmanship makes it worth its price. The other digital pianos in its price range certainly cannot beat the combined appeal of quality and portability found in the Yamaha P85. Plus, you get to choose between the striking silver and sleek black colors it comes in!

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Korg MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard $349.99 Korg MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard

Korg Ms1 Microsampler Sampling Keyboard $349.99 Korg MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard

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Korg MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard Regular 886830320798 $297.49 The KORG MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard delivers multi-mode music sampling, resampling, pattern sequencing and over-the-top effectsall under an intuitve, fun-to-use interface. More than just a sampler, the KORG microSAMPLER is a complete sound design studio for creating up-to-the minute musical loops and phrases. Giant Sampling / microSIZE The KORG microSAMPLER hosts a solid complement of top-end sampling features to expand your creative potential. This full-fledged keyboard offers 16-voice polyphony, reverse playback, editing operations such as Normalize and Truncate, and a Time Stretch feature that changes the tempo without affecting the pitch. Selectable sample rates of 48 kHz, 24 kHz, 12 kHz, and down to 6 kHz offer sampling at rates beyond CD clarity or to add in that Lo-Fi vintage vibe. Each bank contains 36 samples (a maximum of approximately 160 seconds of recording time for monaural samples at a 48 kHz sampling rate) and 16 patterns of sequence data. The KORG microSAMPLER stores 8 such banks in internal memory. The Keyboard mode takes a single sample and assigns it chromatically across the keys for instant playability. With its recessed controls, bright LEDs and informative display, the KORG microSAMPLER is easy for beginners or seasoned pros to operate. Swiss Army Sampling Too many music keyboards offer sampling simply as an added feature. The KORG microSAMPLER is all about sampling, in every creative form. Five distinct sampling methods work the way you want, to get the results you need. The KORG microSAMPLER offers traditional One-Shot and Loop sampling, plus a number of creative sampling modesLoop, Key Gate and Auto-Next. When it comes to sampling, the KORG keyboard mircoSAMPLER has it all. One-Shot sampling for grabbing and triggering single events such as drums, etc. Gate sampling for playing a sound musically across the keyboard Loop sampling for recording grooves and phrases, drum loops, etc. Key Gate sampling is best for grabbing multiple samples from the same source. With Key Gate, you can take multiple samples from the same source or phrase and assign them to different keys as you play them. The individual keys assign the sample and enable recording all at the same time. This intuitive method of sampling, editing, and mapping in a single step is fun, interactive and fast. Auto-Next sampling for capturing phrases as multiple samples For grabbing a groove as separate samples on individual keys, choose the Auto-Next mode and use Tap Tempo to match the BPM of the source material. The KORG microSAMPLER automatically divides the sample equally across multiple keys. Each key can be set to capture anything from a 64th note to a full 2 measures. This method automatically performs the same type of sampling as Key Gate. In addition, there's a resampling function for playing existing layered samples processed by an effect and played by the pattern sequencerand capturing it all as a new sample. The KORG microSAMPLER even samples while

Used Korg Ms1 Microsampler Sampling Keyboard Regular 886830309113 $297.49 The KORG MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard delivers multi-mode music sampling, resampling, pattern sequencing and over-the-top effectsall under an intuitve, fun-to-use interface. More than just a sampler, the KORG microSAMPLER is a complete sound design studio for creating up-to-the minute musical loops and phrases. Giant Sampling / microSIZE The KORG microSAMPLER hosts a solid complement of top-end sampling features to expand your creative potential. This full-fledged keyboard offers 16-voice polyphony, reverse playback, editing operations such as Normalize and Truncate, and a Time Stretch feature that changes the tempo without affecting the pitch. Selectable sample rates of 48 kHz, 24 kHz, 12 kHz, and down to 6 kHz offer sampling at rates beyond CD clarity or to add in that Lo-Fi vintage vibe. Each bank contains 36 samples (a maximum of approximately 160 seconds of recording time for monaural samples at a 48 kHz sampling rate) and 16 patterns of sequence data. The KORG microSAMPLER stores 8 such banks in internal memory. The Keyboard mode takes a single sample and assigns it chromatically across the keys for instant playability. With its recessed controls, bright LEDs and informative display, the KORG microSAMPLER is easy for beginners or seasoned pros to operate. Swiss Army Sampling Too many music keyboards offer sampling simply as an added feature. The KORG microSAMPLER is all about sampling, in every creative form. Five distinct sampling methods work the way you want, to get the results you need. The KORG microSAMPLER offers traditional One-Shot and Loop sampling, plus a number of creative sampling modesLoop, Key Gate and Auto-Next. When it comes to sampling, the KORG keyboard mircoSAMPLER has it all. One-Shot sampling for grabbing and triggering single events such as drums, etc. Gate sampling for playing a sound musically across the keyboard Loop sampling for recording grooves and phrases, drum loops, etc. Key Gate sampling is best for grabbing multiple samples from the same source. With Key Gate, you can take multiple samples from the same source or phrase and assign them to different keys as you play them. The individual keys assign the sample and enable recording all at the same time. This intuitive method of sampling, editing, and mapping in a single step is fun, interactive and fast. Auto-Next sampling for capturing phrases as multiple samples For grabbing a groove as separate samples on individual keys, choose the Auto-Next mode and use Tap Tempo to match the BPM of the source material. The KORG microSAMPLER automatically divides the sample equally across multiple keys. Each key can be set to capture anything from a 64th note to a full 2 measures. This method automatically performs the same type of sampling as Key Gate. In addition, there's a resampling function for playing existing layered samples processed by an effect and played by the pattern sequencerand capturing it all as a new sample. The KORG microSAMPLER even samples while

Used Korg Ms1 Microsampler Sampling Keyboard Regular 886830320798 $297.49 The KORG MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard delivers multi-mode music sampling, resampling, pattern sequencing and over-the-top effectsall under an intuitve, fun-to-use interface. More than just a sampler, the KORG microSAMPLER is a complete sound design studio for creating up-to-the minute musical loops and phrases. Giant Sampling / microSIZE The KORG microSAMPLER hosts a solid complement of top-end sampling features to expand your creative potential. This full-fledged keyboard offers 16-voice polyphony, reverse playback, editing operations such as Normalize and Truncate, and a Time Stretch feature that changes the tempo without affecting the pitch. Selectable sample rates of 48 kHz, 24 kHz, 12 kHz, and down to 6 kHz offer sampling at rates beyond CD clarity or to add in that Lo-Fi vintage vibe. Each bank contains 36 samples (a maximum of approximately 160 seconds of recording time for monaural samples at a 48 kHz sampling rate) and 16 patterns of sequence data. The KORG microSAMPLER stores 8 such banks in internal memory. The Keyboard mode takes a single sample and assigns it chromatically across the keys for instant playability. With its recessed controls, bright LEDs and informative display, the KORG microSAMPLER is easy for beginners or seasoned pros to operate. Swiss Army Sampling Too many music keyboards offer sampling simply as an added feature. The KORG microSAMPLER is all about sampling, in every creative form. Five distinct sampling methods work the way you want, to get the results you need. The KORG microSAMPLER offers traditional One-Shot and Loop sampling, plus a number of creative sampling modesLoop, Key Gate and Auto-Next. When it comes to sampling, the KORG keyboard mircoSAMPLER has it all. One-Shot sampling for grabbing and triggering single events such as drums, etc. Gate sampling for playing a sound musically across the keyboard Loop sampling for recording grooves and phrases, drum loops, etc. Key Gate sampling is best for grabbing multiple samples from the same source. With Key Gate, you can take multiple samples from the same source or phrase and assign them to different keys as you play them. The individual keys assign the sample and enable recording all at the same time. This intuitive method of sampling, editing, and mapping in a single step is fun, interactive and fast. Auto-Next sampling for capturing phrases as multiple samples For grabbing a groove as separate samples on individual keys, choose the Auto-Next mode and use Tap Tempo to match the BPM of the source material. The KORG microSAMPLER automatically divides the sample equally across multiple keys. Each key can be set to capture anything from a 64th note to a full 2 measures. This method automatically performs the same type of sampling as Key Gate. In addition, there's a resampling function for playing existing layered samples processed by an effect and played by the pattern sequencerand capturing it all as a new sample. The KORG microSAMPLER even samples while

Used Korg Ms1 Microsampler Sampling Keyboard Regular 886830320781 $297.49 The KORG MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard delivers multi-mode music sampling, resampling, pattern sequencing and over-the-top effectsall under an intuitve, fun-to-use interface. More than just a sampler, the KORG microSAMPLER is a complete sound design studio for creating up-to-the minute musical loops and phrases. Giant Sampling / microSIZE The KORG microSAMPLER hosts a solid complement of top-end sampling features to expand your creative potential. This full-fledged keyboard offers 16-voice polyphony, reverse playback, editing operations such as Normalize and Truncate, and a Time Stretch feature that changes the tempo without affecting the pitch. Selectable sample rates of 48 kHz, 24 kHz, 12 kHz, and down to 6 kHz offer sampling at rates beyond CD clarity or to add in that Lo-Fi vintage vibe. Each bank contains 36 samples (a maximum of approximately 160 seconds of recording time for monaural samples at a 48 kHz sampling rate) and 16 patterns of sequence data. The KORG microSAMPLER stores 8 such banks in internal memory. The Keyboard mode takes a single sample and assigns it chromatically across the keys for instant playability. With its recessed controls, bright LEDs and informative display, the KORG microSAMPLER is easy for beginners or seasoned pros to operate. Swiss Army Sampling Too many music keyboards offer sampling simply as an added feature. The KORG microSAMPLER is all about sampling, in every creative form. Five distinct sampling methods work the way you want, to get the results you need. The KORG microSAMPLER offers traditional One-Shot and Loop sampling, plus a number of creative sampling modesLoop, Key Gate and Auto-Next. When it comes to sampling, the KORG keyboard mircoSAMPLER has it all. One-Shot sampling for grabbing and triggering single events such as drums, etc. Gate sampling for playing a sound musically across the keyboard Loop sampling for recording grooves and phrases, drum loops, etc. Key Gate sampling is best for grabbing multiple samples from the same source. With Key Gate, you can take multiple samples from the same source or phrase and assign them to different keys as you play them. The individual keys assign the sample and enable recording all at the same time. This intuitive method of sampling, editing, and mapping in a single step is fun, interactive and fast. Auto-Next sampling for capturing phrases as multiple samples For grabbing a groove as separate samples on individual keys, choose the Auto-Next mode and use Tap Tempo to match the BPM of the source material. The KORG microSAMPLER automatically divides the sample equally across multiple keys. Each key can be set to capture anything from a 64th note to a full 2 measures. This method automatically performs the same type of sampling as Key Gate. In addition, there's a resampling function for playing existing layered samples processed by an effect and played by the pattern sequencerand capturing it all as a new sample. The KORG microSAMPLER even samples while

Used Korg Ms1 Microsampler Sampling Keyboard Regular 886830349072 $297.49 The KORG MS1 microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard delivers multi-mode music sampling, resampling, pattern sequencing and over-the-top effectsall under an intuitve, fun-to-use interface. More than just a sampler, the KORG microSAMPLER is a complete sound design studio for creating up-to-the minute musical loops and phrases. Giant Sampling / microSIZE The KORG microSAMPLER hosts a solid complement of top-end sampling features to expand your creative potential. This full-fledged keyboard offers 16-voice polyphony, reverse playback, editing operations such as Normalize and Truncate, and a Time Stretch feature that changes the tempo without affecting the pitch. Selectable sample rates of 48 kHz, 24 kHz, 12 kHz, and down to 6 kHz offer sampling at rates beyond CD clarity or to add in that Lo-Fi vintage vibe. Each bank contains 36 samples (a maximum of approximately 160 seconds of recording time for monaural samples at a 48 kHz sampling rate) and 16 patterns of sequence data. The KORG microSAMPLER stores 8 such banks in internal memory. The Keyboard mode takes a single sample and assigns it chromatically across the keys for instant playability. With its recessed controls, bright LEDs and informative display, the KORG microSAMPLER is easy for beginners or seasoned pros to operate. Swiss Army Sampling Too many music keyboards offer sampling simply as an added feature. The KORG microSAMPLER is all about sampling, in every creative form. Five distinct sampling methods work the way you want, to get the results you need. The KORG microSAMPLER offers traditional One-Shot and Loop sampling, plus a number of creative sampling modesLoop, Key Gate and Auto-Next. When it comes to sampling, the KORG keyboard mircoSAMPLER has it all. One-Shot sampling for grabbing and triggering single events such as drums, etc. Gate sampling for playing a sound musically across the keyboard Loop sampling for recording grooves and phrases, drum loops, etc. Key Gate sampling is best for grabbing multiple samples from the same source. With Key Gate, you can take multiple samples from the same source or phrase and assign them to different keys as you play them. The individual keys assign the sample and enable recording all at the same time. This intuitive method of sampling, editing, and mapping in a single step is fun, interactive and fast. Auto-Next sampling for capturing phrases as multiple samples For grabbing a groove as separate samples on individual keys, choose the Auto-Next mode and use Tap Tempo to match the BPM of the source material. The KORG microSAMPLER automatically divides the sample equally across multiple keys. Each key can be set to capture anything from a 64th note to a full 2 measures. This method automatically performs the same type of sampling as Key Gate. In addition, there's a resampling function for playing existing layered samples processed by an effect and played by the pattern sequencerand capturing it all as a new sample. The KORG microSAMPLER even samples while

Sampling $115 Praise for the Second Edition "This book has never had a competitor. It is the only book that takes a broad approach to sampling . . . any good personal statistics library should include a copy of this book." —Technometrics "Well-written . . . an excellent book on an important subject. Highly recommended." —Choice "An ideal reference for scientific researchers and other professionals who use sampling." —Zentralblatt Math Features new developments in the field combined with all aspects of obtaining, interpreting, and using sample data Sampling provides an up-to-date treatment of both classical and modern sampling design and estimation methods, along with sampling methods for rare, clustered, and hard-to-detect populations. This Third Edition retains the general organization of the two previous editions, but incorporates extensive new material—sections, exercises, and examples—throughout. Inside, readers will find all-new approaches to explain the various techniques in the book; new figures to assist in better visualizing and comprehending underlying concepts such as the different sampling strategies; computing notes for sample selection, calculation of estimates, and simulations; and more. Organized into six sections, the book covers basic sampling, from simple random to unequal probability sampling; the use of auxiliary data with ratio and regression estimation; sufficient data, model, and design in practical sampling; useful designs such as stratified, cluster and systematic, multistage, double and network sampling; detectability methods for elusive populations; spatial sampling; and adaptive sampling designs. Featuring a broad range of topics, Sampling, Third Edition serves as a valuable reference on useful sampling and estimation methods for researchers in various fields of study, including biostatistics, ecology, and the health sciences. The book is also ideal for courses on statistical sampling at the upper-undergraduate and graduate levels.

Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad $799 The new SPD-SX Sampling Pad puts powerful sample creation and playback under your sticks with innovative audio-capturing features, expressive playability, three multi-effects engines, and much more. The perfect addition to any acoustic or electronic drum kit, percussion setup, DJ booth, or keyboard rig, the SPD-SX is equally at home on the live stage, in the recording studio, pre-production suite, or dance club. The SPD-SX takes many of the proven concepts from its predecessor and raises them to a new level. Whether youre firing off one-shot samples, looped phrases, or complete audio playback tracks, the SPD-SX is loaded with the latest technology and tools to get the job done with speed, precision, and convenience. Enjoy the most advanced triggering and sampling technology in a sleek, easy-to-use percussion instrument.Unique sampling-pad concept the only instrument of its kind in the world 2GB internal memory, enabling approximately 360 minutes of sampling (mono) without requiring external memory Nine velocity-sensitive rubber pads, two external dual-trigger inputs Easy capturing and assignment of audio data through Multi-Pad Sampling Three units of multi-effects onboard, with two real-time control knobs and four dedicated effect buttons Individual Pad Dynamics indicators show pad status and audio-level activity during performance Expanded USB functionality (USB Mass Storage, USB MIDI/AUDIO, USB Memory) Wave Manager software included for easily importing, assigning, and organizing samples Large backlit LCD

Roland Spd-Sx Sampling Pad $799 The new SPD-SX Sampling Pad puts powerful sample creation and playback under your sticks with innovative audio-capturing features, expressive playability, three multi-effects engines, and much more. The perfect addition to any acoustic or electronic drum kit, percussion setup, DJ booth, or keyboard rig, the SPD-SX is equally at home on the live stage, in the recording studio, pre-production suite, or dance club. The SPD-SX takes many of the proven concepts from its predecessor and raises them to a new level. Whether youre firing off one-shot samples, looped phrases, or complete audio playback tracks, the SPD-SX is loaded with the latest technology and tools to get the job done with speed, precision, and convenience. Enjoy the most advanced triggering and sampling technology in a sleek, easy-to-use percussion instrument.Unique sampling-pad concept the only instrument of its kind in the world 2GB internal memory, enabling approximately 360 minutes of sampling (mono) without requiring external memory Nine velocity-sensitive rubber pads, two external dual-trigger inputs Easy capturing and assignment of audio data through Multi-Pad Sampling Three units of multi-effects onboard, with two real-time control knobs and four dedicated effect buttons Individual Pad Dynamics indicators show pad status and audio-level activity during performance Expanded USB functionality (USB Mass Storage, USB MIDI/AUDIO, USB Memory) Wave Manager software included for easily importing, assigning, and organizing samples Large backlit LCD

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Sampling Methods $89.95 Contains 116 exercises, demonstrating sampling methods solved in detail. Suitable for instructors, graduate students and survey practitioners, this book addresses the techniques of sampling, the use of estimators and the methods of appropriate calibration, and the understanding of problems pertaining to non-response.

Composite Sampling $129 Sampling consists of selection, acquisition, and quantification of a part of the population. While selection and acquisition apply to physical sampling units of the population, quantification pertains only to the variable of interest, which is a particular characteristic of the sampling units. A sampling procedure is expected to provide a sample that is representative with respect to some specified criteria. Composite sampling, under idealized conditions, incurs no loss of information for estimating the population means. But an important limitation to the method has been the loss of information on individual sample values, such as, the extremely large value. In many of the situations where individual sample values are of interest or concern, composite sampling methods can be suitably modified to retrieve the information on individual sample values that may be lost due to compositing. This book presents statistical solutions to issues that arise in the context of applications of composite sampling.