The Woodbrass XP2 is a portable digital piano designed for musicians of all levels, offering a blend of authentic piano feel, versatile sound options, and practical features for practice and performance.
Function Description
The Woodbrass XP2 functions as a portable digital piano with 88 hammer-action keys, providing a realistic playing experience with triple sensor technology and ivory-feel touch. It features a DSP Dream 5708 sound processor, offering 12 internal sounds and a maximum polyphony of 189 notes. The piano includes various effects such as 5 types of reverb and delay (Hall, Church, Plate, Stage, Delay) with adjustable depth, 4 levels of chorus depth, and 5 levels of tone brightness.
Key functionalities include:
- Dual Piano Mode: Allows two people to play simultaneously by splitting the keyboard, with an adjustable split point and separate octave shifting and sound selection for each section.
- Sound Layering: Enables the combination of two sounds with adjustable mix balance.
- Transpose Function: Shifts the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down by semitone intervals (-6 to +5 semitones) for easier playing in different keys or tuning with other instruments.
- Metronome: A practical tool for precise timing with 9 time signature settings and a tempo range of 20 to 280 BPM.
- Recording and Playback: Allows users to record one performance (up to approximately 18,000 notes) and play it back.
- Demonstration Songs and Drum Patterns: Includes 30 demo songs and 12 drum rhythms for practice and inspiration.
- User Presets: Two personal memory slots for saving custom settings.
- Bluetooth Connectivity: Supports both MIDI and audio over Bluetooth.
Important Technical Specifications
Model: XP2
Keyboard:
- 88 hammer-action keys with triple sensor technology and ivory-feel touch.
- 5 types of touch sensitivity: Super Light, Light, Medium, Heavy, Super Heavy.
Sound:
- Sound Processor: DSP Dream 5708
- Max. Polyphony: 189 notes
- Internal Sounds: 12
Effects:
- Reverb and Delay: 5 types (Hall, Church, Plate, Stage, Delay) with adjustable depth (1-5 levels).
- Chorus: 4 depth levels.
- Tone Brightness: 5 levels.
Functions:
- Transposition: -6 to +5 semitones.
- Drum Rhythms: 12.
- Demo Songs: 30.
- Metronome: 9 time signatures, tempo range 20-280 BPM.
- Recording: 1 song (approx. 18,000 notes).
- Tuning Range: 415 Hz to 460 Hz.
- Personal Presets: 2 memories.
- Automatic Power Off: Yes.
Pedal:
- Sustain pedal (included).
- Optional 3-pedal stand (Woodbrass ref. 365974 black, 365975 white).
Connections:
- USB MIDI.
- 3.5mm stereo auxiliary input.
- Two 6.35mm mono AUX L/R line outputs.
- Two 3.5mm stereo headphone outputs.
- 6.35mm sustain pedal input.
- Input connector for 3-pedal optional stand.
Amplifiers and Speakers:
- Preamp: TI preamplification processor.
- Speakers: Two 3" x 6" (7.6 cm x 15.24 cm) oval speakers, 10 W each.
Power Supply: DC 12 V/2 A.
Dimensions and Weight:
- Dimensions: 1300mm (L) x 270mm (D) x 135mm (H).
- Weight: 12.2 kg.
Usage Features
The XP2 is designed for ease of use with a clear control panel.
- Power On/Off: A dedicated power switch.
- Volume Control: Separate buttons for increasing and decreasing volume.
- Sound Selection: A "Piano" button combined with specific keys allows for quick selection of the 12 internal sounds.
- Secondary Functions: Many keys have secondary functions, accessed by holding down a specific button (e.g., "Piano," "Play/Stop," "Metronome," "Function") and pressing the corresponding key. These include adjusting effects, metronome settings, transposition, and dual piano mode parameters.
- Music Stand: An integrated music stand can be installed for holding sheet music.
- Headphone Use: Two headphone jacks allow for private practice.
- External Connectivity: USB MIDI for connecting to computers or other MIDI devices, AUX inputs/outputs for connecting to external audio systems or devices.
- Split Point Adjustment: In dual piano mode, the split point can be adjusted by pressing keys from A2 to C7 while holding the "Function" button.
- Octave Shifting: Octave shifts for both left and right sections in dual piano mode, or for the entire keyboard when dual piano mode is deactivated.
- Master Tuning: The overall pitch can be adjusted to match other instruments, ranging from 415 Hz to 460 Hz.
- Automatic Standby: The device enters standby mode after a period of inactivity to save energy.
- Factory Reset: Allows users to restore all settings to their default values.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning: The device should be wiped clean with a slightly damp cloth. Avoid submerging it in water or any other liquid.
- Power Cord: Use the provided power cord. Do not cut or manipulate the power cord. Always hold the power cord by the plug and avoid touching it with wet hands.
- Troubleshooting: The manual provides a troubleshooting section for common issues such as sound emission on power-up, no sound, varying sound quality, sustain pedal behavior, low volume, MIDI data transmission, speaker noise from mobile phones, incorrect pitch, distorted demo pieces, and changes in keyboard touch.
- Professional Repair: Users are advised not to attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device themselves, as this will void the warranty. Repairs should only be performed by authorized technical support centers.
- Environmental Standards: The XP2 complies with European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU, and RED Directive 2014/53/EU. It should not be disposed of with normal household waste but through approved waste disposal facilities for recycling.
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