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Description

Unlock your musical potential with the JVC KB700, a highly versatile portable keyboard, perfect for both beginners and seasoned musicians. This arranger keyboard brings together a fusion of traditional keyboard playability and modern digital capabilities, making it a favorite in the music community. Featuring 61 touch-sensitive keys, the JVC KB700 responds dynamically to your touch, allowing for expressive performances whether you’re laying down a simple melody or a complex composition.

The JVC KB700 is equipped with a wide array of built-in voices and styles, offering a diverse sonic palette to explore. Its intuitive interface ensures that you can easily navigate through its features, making it user-friendly for musicians at any level. With integrated MIDI functionality, it seamlessly connects to your digital workstation, opening up endless possibilities for sound shaping and recording. The keyboard also includes dual stereo speakers, delivering clear and powerful sound, whether you're practicing at home or performing on stage.

Key Features:

  • 61 touch-sensitive keys for dynamic playing
  • Over 500 built-in voices and 200 styles
  • Integrated MIDI functionality for digital connectivity
  • Dual stereo speakers for high-quality sound output
  • User-friendly interface with a clear LCD display
  • Lightweight and portable design for easy transport
  • Includes accompaniment functions and built-in metronome
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JVC KB-700 Vintage Keyboard Demo

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JVC KB-700 Vintage Keyboard Demo

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JVC KB-700 Amazing vintage lovliness!

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JVC KB-700 sound

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about JVC KB700.

Features and functionality

  • The JVC KB700 includes a discrete analog drum synth and a divide-down polysynth with ensemble and spatial FX, offering unique sound-stacking capabilities.

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  • The KB700 offers quirky sound characteristics, but its filters and ensemble effects are praised for delivering lovely tonal qualities.

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  • The harmony features of the KB700 are described as unusual, contributing to its overall distinctive character.

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  • The sound palette is described as narrow, possibly limiting its appeal for diverse musical applications.

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Mods and upgrades

  • A reversible mod point allows adding triggers to each part of the drum synth, enhancing its usability in various setups.

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Comparisons

  • Comparable models include the Technics SX-K150 and Yamaha PS-30, which share some semi-analog characteristics with the JVC KB700.

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  • The string ensemble chorus on the KB700 is considered superior to many other home keyboards from the same era, rivaling Technics models.

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  • The Technics SX K-450 lacks the same 70s ensemble sound quality, making the JVC KB700 more desirable for vintage tones.

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Other

  • The JVC KB700 was also marketed as the Lowrey Micro Genie V-120, indicating a rebranding strategy for slightly modified versions.

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Value and pricing

  • Non-refurbished units typically range from 25-55 euros, highlighting a lack of perceived value despite unique features.

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User experience

  • Some find the keyboard large and cumbersome for a "toy" model, indicating a potential mismatch between appearance and functionality.

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See how Legowelt uses JVC KB700

Legowelt

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According to Legowelt's official website, this is a piece of gear which he owns or owned at some point. The page is filled with audio demos and pictures by Legowelt himself. "In the realm of obscure early 80s keyboard synths we have attained a HOLY GRAIL. Many hifi brands had synth or keyboard ranges, Technics, Phillips, but also HIFI VHS videorecorder consortium JVC had a keyboard line…

ENTER THE JVC KB700

The wonderment already begins with just looking at the machine. Creamy white, more buttons and blinking lights then you can handle, retro COMPUTER FONTS, stylishly embossed speakers -pure bliss for any synth keyboard dork

The most striking feature is this black plastic glass lid. Functioning as a sheet music stand once opened, it also gives you access to all kinds of buttons and parameters."

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