The Grand Prize Winner has been decided!

CT-S1000V Challenge

The Grand Prize Winner has been decided!

CT-S1000challenge coming soon
Grand Prize WinnerKAEDE LAPIN
KAEDE LAPIN will receive a prize of 100,000 JPY, and
the opportunity to perform at the NAMM Show in April
as a CASIO-certified CT-S1000V player!
  • Judging Comments
    Overall, many of the contest entries utilized the Vocal Synthesis function to substitute vocals by simply playing the song melody in Note Mode, and in some cases, it was possible to find more suitable, alternative tones. However, achieving the desired phrasing was difficult without utilizing the CT-S1000V's Phrase Mode for this project, which fully demonstrates the instrument’s capabilities.

    Additionally, when lyrics are played in Note Mode, the pitch attack tends to be delayed due to pronounced consonant phonation. This issue was compensated for by using the Phrase Mode. At the same time, if the pitch and the lyrics attack are too closely aligned, the sound can become mechanical. This was avoided in this entry by expressing natural nuances through subtle deviations in timing.

    The idea of combining Death Voice with beatboxing is also really interesting, and the unique atmosphere created in combination with the machine-like glitchy electronica beats and human-like chorus phrases fits perfectly with the concept of the CT-S1000V as a new musical instrument, rather than just another sound source. Although not a direct evaluation criterion, the fact that all audio used to create the music is sourced from the CT-S1000V is a fantastic demonstration of the instrument's potential.
  • Overall Review
    We are delighted that so many people have used the CT-S1000V to express themselves in unique ways and create new music. Many of the entries submitted show the potential of this new instrument in various different ways. We would like to thank everyone who participated in this contest and we hope to receive your continued support of the CT-S1000V in the future.

The performance at the NAMM Show will
also be published on this page at a later date.

A Vocalist That Sings at the Touch of a Key!
Show the World Your Very Own Unique Music Created with Vocal Synthesis!

The CT-S1000V is an instrument that redefines the concept of a keyboard and how it's played. At its core is Casio's new Vocal Synthesis technology.

Join our campaign by posting your original music video created with the Vocal Synthesis feature to social media.

Whether it is a single fresh phrase from your CT-S1000V, or a painstaking multi-tracked masterpiece, anything is welcome.

The grand prize winner will get a chance to demonstrate the product at the world's biggest musical instrument event "NAMM Show" as a Casio official CT-S1000V player.

Don't miss this opportunity to send out your creativity to the world!

Click here for the overview of this campaign

Click here for more details about the CT-S1000V/Vocal Synthesis.

CT-S1000V - Firmware Version 1.02 Release.
New MIDI features for improved usability!

Show Details

Posts ListPosted music videos will be listed up here.

Overview

Outline

The CT-S1000V Challenge is a social media video campaign using the Vocal Synthesis feature of CT-S1000V.
Posted videos will be checked by Casio and introduced on this website.
The best works will be presented on the website, and get the grand prize.

Grand Prize
100,000 JPY (One Winner)
*The grand prize winner will get a chance to take part in Casio's promotional activities (demonstration at events such as NAMM Show etc.) as a Casio official CT-S1000V player.
Contest Period
10:00 AM JST (GMT+9), September 16, 2022 - 11:59 PM JST (GMT+9), February 16
Judging Criteria
Creativity and originality in the use of the Vocal Synthesis function in the submitted piece.
Entry
  • 1. Create a music video integrating your original piece of music using the Vocal Synthesis function of the Casio CT-S1000V.

  • 2. Post the video on either Social Media.*1

  • 3. Fill in the entry form and apply.*2

Notes on Applying for CT-S1000V Challenge

*1 Posting process varies by the social media.

【Instagram】【Twitter】【Facebook】【TikTok】
Post with the hashtag "#cts1000v_challenge".

【YouTube】
Include "CT-S1000V Challenge" in the title of your video and post it with the hashtag "#cts1000v_challenge".

    *2 All entries must be submitted via the entry form on this website.

  • ●Your entry is not completed just by posting a video with the hashtag. Please refer to Terms of Application and Privacy Notice and if you agree please submit via the entry form.
  • ●Entries without the designated hashtag are not eligible for this campaign.
  • ●Please note that the posted video with the designated hashtag may be displayed in the Posts List even if you have not applied from the entry form.
  • ●For more details, please refer to Terms of Application.

FAQ

When applying for this campaign, please be sure to check the Terms of Application.

Q. Are there any special qualifications?icon

A. You must have a valid social media account. For more details, please refer to Terms of Application.

Q.Can I submit more than one work?icon

A. Yes, you can. You need to submit via the entry form for each post.

Q. Can I apply as a group?icon

A. Cooperative production and performance of the submitted work as a group is accepted. However, only one member of the group must be designated as a representative who is responsible for the entry, and for receiving the prize.

Q. Can I submit a cover song (songs composed by a third party)?icon

A. No, we accept only original songs.

Q: Is there a limit on the length of the music video?icon

A. There are no restrictions in this campaign. Check the maximum video length set by each social media.

Q. Is it possible to apply with only one phrase?icon

A. If you use the Vocal Synthesis function, you can apply with only one phrase.

Q. Can I post anonymously?icon

A. Yes, but when the video is listed up on this website, the name of the social media account you used to post your video will be displayed.

Q. Can I use instruments other than Casio products?icon

A. It is possible to use instruments other than Casio products but the Vocal Synthesis function of the CT-S1000V must be included.

Q: Is there a specific content to be shown in the music video?icon

A. No, even videos with a still image over music is accepted.

Q. Can I cancel my application?icon

A. Yes, deletion of the music video posted on social media is considered a cancellation.

Q. Is it possible to replace the music video I submitted?icon

A. Yes, after deleting the music video you posted, please apply with a new video again.

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Artist Performances

Vocal Synthesis Performances by Global Artists

  • Fabien NILO

  • MASAAKI Enatsu

  • Lucian

  • James Parades

  • elz production, Rizzkeys

  • Orlan Charles

  • Christian Matthew Cullen

  • EUROPE : Fabien NILO
  • JAPAN : MASAAKI Enatsu
  • CHINA : Lucian
  • UK : James Parades
  • INDONESIA : elz production, Rizzkeys
  • BRAZIL : Orlan Charles
  • US : Christian Matthew Cullen