Yamaha PSR-SX700 Arranger Workstation keyboard

Yamaha PSR-SX700 Arranger Workstation keyboard

The Yamaha PSR-SX700 is an advanced digital workstation keyboard designed for professional and semi-professional musicians. It offers enhanced features compared to the PSR-SX600, with a focus on performance, sound quality, and flexibility. Below are its key specifications:

Key Features:

• Keyboard Type:
  • 61 Touch-sensitive keys (with velocity response and aftertouch capability).
• Sound Engine:
  • Tone Generation: AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) Stereo Sampling.
  • Polyphony: 128-note maximum (max. polyphony may vary depending on the use of voices and effects).
• Preset Sounds:
  • Over 1,200 voices, including a wide range of instrument sounds (acoustic, electric, synth, and more).
  • Super Articulation Lite for realistic instrument articulation.
  • Organ World feature for classic organ sounds and performance techniques.
• Styles:
  • Over 400 auto accompaniment styles, including a variety of genres (modern, classic, jazz, ethnic, etc.).
  • Style Control: Customizable options for enhancing the rhythm and performance.
• Display:
  • Color Touchscreen: 7″ wide color TFT display for easy navigation, song selection, and user interface.
  • LED Light for additional visual feedback on functions and settings.
• Effects:
  • Built-in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) effects, including Reverb, Chorus, and Equalizer.
  • Reverb: 9 types
  • Chorus: 10 types
  • Multi-Effects: 70+ types, including advanced real-time effects and modulation.
• Sequencer/Recording:
  • 16-track sequencer for creating and recording compositions.
  • Song Recording: Up to 250 user songs (max. 50,000 notes).
  • Style Recorder: Create custom accompaniment styles based on performance.
• Connectivity:
  • USB to Host: Connect to computers or mobile devices for data transfer, software integration, or MIDI communication.
  • USB to Device: Allows connection of USB flash drives for loading/saving data.
  • MIDI I/O: Standard MIDI In/Out for connecting external MIDI devices.
  • Audio In: Allows you to connect external audio devices or instruments.
  • Headphone Jack: 1/4″ stereo jack for headphones.
  • Sustain Pedal Input: For external sustain pedals.
• Speakers:
  • Built-in speakers: 2 x 15W speakers (stereo output).
  • Audio output: For connecting external sound systems.
• Power Supply:
  • Power Adapter (included), or 6 AA batteries (sold separately).
  • Power Consumption: 17W (when using the adapter).
• Size and Weight:
  • Dimensions: 96.5 cm x 37.6 cm x 14.7 cm (38.0″ x 14.8″ x 5.8″).
  • Weight: Approximately 8.0 kg (17.6 lbs).

Additional Features:

• Touch Response: Adjustable touch sensitivity for dynamic control over the sound.
• Sampling: Import WAV files for creating custom sounds (via USB).
• Bluetooth Audio: Stream music from smartphones or tablets directly to the keyboard.
• Multi-Pad: Assign different sounds, effects, or phrases to customizable pads for live performance and creative improvisation.
• Drum Kit: Realistic percussion sounds for live performance and sequencing.
• MIDI & DAW Integration: Full MIDI functionality, plus compatibility with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) for advanced music production.

Sound and Performance Enhancements:

• Revo! Drums: Includes high-quality drum kits with advanced expression and sound realism.
• World Music Voices: Special voices designed for specific regional and ethnic instruments.
• Vocal Harmony: Built-in harmony effects for vocal processing, including real-time pitch correction.

Conclusion:

The Yamaha PSR-SX700 is designed for musicians looking for a professional-grade keyboard with a wide range of voices, styles, and powerful features. It offers enhanced performance capabilities with its improved sound engine, recording functions, and connectivity options, making it ideal for both stage performances and studio work. Whether you’re composing, arranging, or performing live, the PSR-SX700 provides a versatile platform for music creation.