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Description

The Yamaha PSR-79 is a versatile and user-friendly 61-key portable keyboard, ideal for both budding musicians and seasoned players looking to explore new sounds. Equipped with a wide array of voices and styles, this keyboard offers a comprehensive palette for creative expression. The Yamaha AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) technology ensures high-quality sound reproduction, delivering rich and dynamic tones that bring your music to life.

Perfect for practice, performance, or songwriting, the PSR-79 features an intuitive interface that allows easy navigation through its various functions. With its lightweight design, this keyboard is easy to transport, making it a reliable companion for gigs, rehearsals, or spontaneous jam sessions. The built-in speakers offer impressive sound projection, so you can enjoy your music anywhere without needing additional equipment.

For those looking to expand their musical horizons, the Yamaha PSR-79 includes a range of accompaniment styles, allowing you to play along with different genres and rhythms. Whether you're crafting a new composition or simply experimenting with different sounds, this keyboard provides a solid foundation for your musical journey.

Key Features:

  • 61 full-size keys with touch response
  • AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) technology for high-quality sound
  • Built-in speakers for convenient sound projection
  • Wide variety of voices and accompaniment styles
  • Intuitive interface for easy operation
  • Lightweight and portable design
  • Ideal for practice, performance, and composition
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YAMAHA PSR-79 (sound demonstration)

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YAMAHA PSR-79 (sound demonstration)

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Yamaha PSR-79 demo and review

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Yamaha PSR 79 - demo of piano sounds and some styles

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Yamaha PSR 79

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Yamaha PSR-79: Good demo of a bad keyboard :)

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Yamaha PSR-79.

Features and functionality

  • The Yamaha PSR-79 lacks a pitch bend wheel and mod wheel, which are crucial for achieving certain talkbox effects.

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Software and compatibility

  • This keyboard's 5-pin MIDI output allows it to connect to software synths via a USB MIDI cable and audio interface, offering additional sound manipulation options.

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Mods and upgrades

  • For enhancing talkbox use, connecting a small mixer between the keyboard and talkbox can help boost the signal effectively.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Yamaha PSR-79 is suitable for creating Daft Punk-esque sounds when paired with a talkbox, appealing to users interested in electronic and robotic voice effects.

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