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Nov 15, 2023

Yamaha Dgx 660 wont start

Hey, started Yesterday my Yamaha dgx 660 dont start when i press the switch button. Blue light appears on the contrôler screen but shut off as soon as

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Nov 15, 2023

FC3A with Yamaha CK88 and FL STUDIO

I am considering buying the FC3A pedal for my CK88 Yamaha keyboard. Here are my questions: 1. Will this pedal be usable in FL STUDIO? 2. I can see that

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Nov 03, 2023

Yamaha Reface CP

I purchased the Yamaha Reface CP but the keys are too small for my fingers. Can the sounds in the CP be used in a Nord 2 and how do you do it by midi?

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Oct 20, 2023

Yamaha Clavinova CLP-820 Pedal

Hello, all my pedals doesn't work. I would like to buy a new sustain pedal for my yamaha clavinova clp-820. But all pedals have jack connection plug.

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Sep 20, 2023

Piano sustains but not Strings

My sustain pedal is connected and works perfectly fine when the piano and other sounds are selected but when playing strings or pads, the sound does not

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Sep 20, 2023

Yamaha DGX 600 Keyboard Voices Sound Outdated - How To Improve Sound

The Yamaha dgx 660 voices of electronic keyboard and pad sounds so outdated to me. Is there anything thing I can do to improve the sound?

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Sep 20, 2023

how to bluetooth Yamaha clp-340

I'm sorry if this has been asked before, but I can't seem to find it. I have a Yamaha CLP340. I want to play it through bluetooth headphones. I realize

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Sep 20, 2023

Yamaha CVP-705 How to save a MIDI and convert it to MP3

After days figuring out how to make a multi tracks using MIDI, I want to save the file to both the piano internal memory and to the USB. I Also want to

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Sep 20, 2023

Yamaha CVP405 no sound

All controls, song sequencer, demo, voice control, style control are working but no sound coming out from speakers, Aux Out and headphones. The Aux IN

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Sep 20, 2023

Downloads for Yamaha XF8

I accidently factory reset my Yamaha xf8. How do I download the latest performance patches and anything else I need from the internet and how do I upload

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Sep 20, 2023

All My C's are Dead! (Keyboard Keys Not Working)

Hello Everyone, It's an 11 year old keyboard and sadly, I never heard I needed to cover it when not practicing. I tried the banging and the shaking.

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Sep 20, 2023

I have a Yamaha PSR e363 and when I power it up the speakers hum and the keys don't work

I have a Yamaha PSR e363 and when I power it up the speakers hum all distorted and the keys don't work

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Sep 20, 2023

Yamaha PSR-290 Headsets

I just got a used Yamaha PSR-290 keyboard for my granddaughter. What headsets will fit it? Thank you!

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Sep 20, 2023

Yamaha PSR SX700 usb drive not working

I cant get the usb drive to read my thumb drive where it has my expansion pack. Looks like the usb drive has no power. Won’t even charge the phone.

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Sep 20, 2023

Yamaha Ypt-230 shuts off while playing

Anyone have a fix for the Yamaha ypt-230 shutting off while playing?

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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

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Apr 08, 2023

Yamaha PSR SX900 Review

Review of the Yamaha SX900 Keyboard Arranger Workstation

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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?

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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 ,

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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?

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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