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Apr 08, 2023
Yamaha CVP 609 Keyboard not working
I have a CVP 609 but I the keys won’t make any sound. It says Internal Hardware Error. If I leave it unplugged for a while it will turn on and I can
Apr 08, 2023
Yamaha MODX7+ Synthesizer Workstation Review: Pros, Cons, and Verdict
The Yamaha MODX7+ 76-Key Synthesizer Workstation is a powerful and lightweight option for musicians on the go. Read our review for pros, cons, and verdict.
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Apr 03, 2023
Crackling Noise on My Piano - Intermittent
When playing my piano from time to time there is a crackling noise. I had my headphones on yesterday and it appears to be the left side. it won't do it
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Mar 23, 2023
How to Play Recorded Songs from External Hard Drive on Another Device?
I purchased a Yamaha CVP 609 about 10 years ago. I love it still and use it extensively for recording songs for choirs and special numbers in our church.
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Mar 22, 2023
Yamaha CLP 350 pedal and wire replacement
Looking for a replacement pedal and connecting wire for the Yamaha CLP 350.
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Mar 22, 2023
Yamaha S90/70XS Universal Voltage
Can I plug my US bought Yamaha S70XS into a EU power outlet?
Mar 22, 2023
Yamaha Mo8 multiple problems
I Have a Yamaha o8 and have multiple problems , arpeggio and record not working in pattern mode and voice search category search is also playing up ,
Mar 22, 2023
Clavinova CVP700 Microphone Problem
The Mic that came with the Yamaha CVP700 works as I had it tested on another device. But not when it's plugged into the CVP700 Mic jack?
Mar 22, 2023
Can you lock the Yamaha CVP-709
I have a CVP-709 and would like to know if there is a lock that can prevent the piano from being played without entering a code? I know about the piano
Mar 22, 2023
Using Pure Piano iPad App With Yamaha Clavinova CVP809
I own a Yamaha Clavinova CVP809. I have come across an iPad app called Pure Piano. Would anyone know if this works with the CVP809 and if so, what do I
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Feb 16, 2023
Yamaha PSR3000 LCD screen Issue
LCD screen on my PSR 3000 has grown so dim, can barely read it. It is old I know, but oh what a sound it still has. Played a live show recently and was
Feb 16, 2023
All g keys not working. On cvp-303
All of my g keys stopped working. I have tried cleaning the contacts but still not responding. Would replacing the key contact board fix my issue? I
Feb 04, 2023
Yamaha PSR E273 Review
Get started with music on the Yamaha PSR-E273 starter keyboard. Our review covers its features, specs, educational tools & more. Perfect for beginners.
Feb 04, 2023
Styles not loading correctly onto Yamaha PSR-SX900
Hi. Tried loading styles onto usb stick from the yamaha psr website for my sx900 but it shows “ not loaded correctly “. Any idea why? Thanks.
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Feb 04, 2023
Does the mainboard of the Yamaha DGX660 work for a DGX 620?
I have a Grand Piano DGX620. The Yamaha service center says the main board needs to be replaced. Will a main board for a DGX 660 (which I can get more
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Jan 24, 2023
Power requirements conversion of a Japan-sourced Yamaha SY77
I have purchased a Yamaha SY77 from a source in Japan. Power requirements for the Japanese keyboard are 100W 20V 50/60Hz~. I currently own a USA SY77,
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Jan 16, 2023
I need a CD or Files for the Yamaha PSR-K1
I decided to learn to play the keyboard and bought a secondhand PSR-K1 as it had lessons built into it. Unfortunately it came without the original CD so
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Jan 10, 2023
Yamaha DGX670 - Recording Issue
Yamaha DGX670 - absolutely love it. But... I'm trying to record parts that I play onto a USB stick. Sometimes it seems to save OK. At other times the
Dec 28, 2022
Using External Speakers with Yamaha YPG 235 keyboard
How do I add external speakers to my Yamaha YPG 235 keyboard/
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Dec 28, 2022
voltage overload - Yamaha PSR 233
What if i hook on a 16 v DC adapter to a Yamaha PSR 233 . The adapter shows 12 v , but i measured 16,5 volt with a multimeter . Will the keyboard be
Dec 28, 2022
Yamaha CLP 745 - Need help figuring out how to manipulate files
I have successfully transferred a 5-second recording onto a USB stick which my Yamaha CLP 745 loaded as a BUP file. I got it converted to a .BUP.ZIP so
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Dec 28, 2022
Yamaha CLP-280 - Sound Just Stopped
CLP-280 - SOUND JUST STOPPED. There was a garbled screen error code. Tried everything, factory reset etc. Still no sound, no sound if headphones plugged
Dec 14, 2022
Interference hum on Yamaha dgx 670
My keyboard has a noticeable interference hum that I'd like to reduce or eliminate altogether. Any idea what might be causing it and what I can do to fix
Dec 14, 2022
Yamaha CVP 705 as a DAW and midi controller
My Yamaha CVP 705 as all kind of transport control and program buttons. The display even has a nice mix panel. And more. Could I use all those control
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Dec 14, 2022
Yamaha s90 won’t power on
Was playing a show, blew a breaker and everything turned off. Reset the breaker and everything powered on except the Yamaha s90. I can’t seem to find anything
Dec 02, 2022
Flexible Flat Cable (FFC) Replacement - Yamaha XF6
Greetings - I have an XF6 that required a circuit board replacement. The board was easy to replace. That said, it has an FFC (Flexible Flat Cable) running
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Dec 02, 2022
CD ROM for Yamaha DGX 220
Does anyone have (or know where to find) a downloadable ISO file of the original CD ROM for the DGX 220?
Dec 02, 2022
Yamaha PSR-S770 - Splitting and Transposing
My keyboard (Yamaha PSR-S770) is transposed by 2 on the right side and not on the left side. So its hard to split sounds as the sides are all in different
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Dec 02, 2022
Yamaha CVP107 blue screen
I have a CVP 107 which I bought new. Recently during mid song the piano would turn off and back on like a reboot. Did this a number of times then it went
Dec 02, 2022
Yamaha Clavinova CLP 250 n- Off key
HI, I have a Clavinova CLP 250 and it seems to be a tone off key from true middle C. There is a transposer button, but when I press it nothing happens.
Dec 02, 2022
Yamaha Moxf8 memory almost full
Hi I backup all my files to USB, I’m about full on internal memory. If I were to add the memory expansion module would it need to scrub everything and
Oct 26, 2022
Taking Apart My Yamaha CLP360
Hello All. Does anybody know if it is feasible to take apart my CLP360 and remove all the gubbins that I don't need to keep it purely as a midi controller?
Oct 26, 2022
How to open a 30 years old Yamaha CLP 250
Good afternoon, I would like to inspect a faulty CLP 250 but can't find the logic to open it. Before unscrewung all screws, I'd like to ask here if you
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Aug 18, 2022
Yamaha DGX-520 suddenly became quiet, with very little volume - no adjustment
I moved my Yamaha Portable Grand DGX-520 keyboard, carefully, gently, about 10’ across the room to another wall. The volume became quite low the next
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Jul 30, 2022
Replacement keys for Yamaha Portasound PSS-480
My son has been using a Yamaha Portasound PSS-480 to practise at home for his piano lessons. One of the keys is broken and I'd love to fix it for him.
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Jul 30, 2022
Yamaha PSR e473 issue with touch response on some voices
Recently I pruchased a new psr e 473 and noticed weird things. Touch response is almost non existant on main organ voices (works good on Xglite organs
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Jul 30, 2022
Yamaha DGX-640 - Looping capabilities
Does this model have looping capabilities? I'm learning Riders on the Storm by the Doors and need to loop the bass. Thank you!
Jul 30, 2022
Yamaha S90 volume cuts out-seems to warm up
Hey, I have an S90 purchased new ca. 2003. Within the past couple years the volume cuts out but can be fixed by changing the patch temporarily. But after
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Jul 30, 2022
cvp-505 not connecting to Yamaha Internet Page
My CVP-505 will not display the Yamaha Internet Home Page. All on-screen indicators say it is online, but all I get is a blank page that says at the bottom
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