The Yamaha PSR-E473 Portable Keyboard is ideal for intermediate players ready to step up to the next level or advanced players looking for a lightweight instrument for composing and performing on the go. Great for exploring various styles of music, it offers an impressive set of easy-to-use features including two assignable control knobs, a Motion Effect button, and a pitch-bend wheel to manipulate your sound in real time. Quick Sampling, Groove Creator, and Arpeggiator functions, along with a 1/4" microphone input for vocals, a USB audio/MIDI interface, and two onboard audio and MIDI recorders allow songwriters to compose and capture their performances on the fly. The 12W speaker system offers a Mega Boost function that lets you crank up your sound when playing outdoors or in larger spaces.
The PSR-E473 features 61 touch-sensitive, full-size keys that sense hard and soft playing and match the dynamics of each key stroke to accurately capture every nuance of your playing style. You can enjoy a full range of instruments with 820 high-quality acoustic and synth sounds, including a high-resolution grand piano. The built-in 290 auto-accompaniment styles provide real-time band backing tracks based on the chords you play and in a variety of musical genres from around the world such as pop, rock, dance, jazz, R&B, salsa, and more.
The keyboard can be powered either via six AA batteries (available separately) or by the included power adapter.
- Two assignable knobs allow you to manipulate various effects and parameters on sounds, auto accompaniment, and more in real time, just like on an analog synthesizer.
- Modify the sounds in your performance with Filter, Pitch, and Modulation effects while holding the Motion Effect button.
- The pitch-bend wheel adjusts the pitch of the sound, adding expressivity to sounds like the guitar, sax, and trumpet.
- Hold down the Articulation button to reproduce the sounds of playing techniques that are unique to specific acoustic instruments like guitars, flutes, sax, slap bass, and more.
- Direct Category Access buttons let you instantaneously access the sounds and accompaniments you prefer for the musical genre of your choice.
- 820 high-quality instrument sounds including 294 panel voices, 28 drum/SFX kits, and 458 XGlite voices, all with 64-note polyphony.
- Layer Mode: Not only can you play just one single sound, but you can layer a second sound over the first sound.
- Split Mode: You can play one sound on the left hand and a different sound on the right hand.
- 290 auto-accompaniment styles provide real-time band backing tracks (rhythm + bass + chord accompaniment) that you can control by simply playing root notes or chords with your left hand.
- Smart Chord technology allows players of all levels to achieve complex chord harmony using only a few fingers, driving the Style engine to produce incredible-sounding ensemble accompaniments.
- Capture, edit, and playback up to 4 samples, max 9.6 sec/sample.
- Normal: The pitch of the sound varies depending on the key you play.
- Loop: The sample is played in a loop without changing the pitch.
- One-shot: The sample is played only once without changing the pitch.
- Create your own groove with intro, section change, and musical climax. By turning each track on/off, altering sections, or adding various effects using the live control knobs you have real-time control of your own EDM tracks.
- Once you have made a track you like, you can save it to a USB device as an audio file.
- The 1/4" microphone input allows you to connect a microphone, so you can sing along while you play, hear your voice through the instrument's speakers, and even record your performance to USB audio. The built-in Melody Suppressor lowers the volume of vocals and melody lines of the original recordings, leaving that part open for you to play or sing.
- The 3.5mm aux input allows you to connect your portable music player, Android/iOS device, mixer, or computer and uses the instrument's speakers to play back the audio and jam along your favorite songs.
- The 6W+6W amplifiers power the high-definition speakers, delivering electrifying, crystal-clear sound, and offering solid support in standalone performance situations. The Mega Boost function lets you greatly increase your sound level by +6 dB at the press of a button.
- Plug in headphones for quiet play at any time.
- The USB to Host terminal allows you to connect the keyboard to a computer or portable device and record MIDI or 16-bit / 44.1 kHz high-quality stereo audio without the need for an additional interface.
- Record your performances to USB flash drives. The USB-to-Device external-memory port lets you load and save your settings and songs to a USB flash drive, as well as transfer data from your computer.
The KSPL-1X Single-X Keyboard Stand with Pull Lock from Auray is a keyboard stand that holds up to 110 pounds and features sturdy metal construction for strength and enhanced stability. A spring-loaded pull lock with five preset heights makes it easy to adjust. There are nonslip end rings on crossbars to ensure the keyboard doesn't move once it's on the stand, and additional traction for the feet to prevent the stand from shifting. The removable endcaps allow you to mount a 2nd tier (sold separately).
The small black Auray PBS-17 is a lightweight X-style piano bench designed to provide stability, comfort, and support for keyboardists and pianists on stage, at home and rehearsals, or in the studio. Its strong steel frame supports a weight capacity of up to 300 lb. Courtesy of three height positions, the bench can be adjusted from 18.5 to 20.5” tall.
The 17 x 12” seat features 2.5” of high-density foam for padding that offers both comfort and support, even for long sessions. Setup is simple and quick due to the two locking knobs and X-style design, which folds flat to minimize space during transport and storage.
Hal Leonard ABC Keyboard StickersThe ABC Keyboard Stickers from Hal Leonard are self-adhesive stickers that turn any keyboard into an easy-to-play instrument. They attach to any size keyboard in seconds. This system has taught millions to play music.
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