Yamaha YC73
Stage Keyboard
REINVENTING THE STAGE KEYBOARD
Designed for performance, YC series keyboards feature Yamaha Virtual Circuitry Modelling (VCM) Organ technology with physical drawbars, intuitive control and authentic Acoustic/Electric Piano and FM synth sounds. Three keyboard actions are available: 61 semi-weighted ‘waterfall’ keys for organ-focused players, 73-key weighted keys for keyboardists and 88-key weighted, natural wood keys with graded action for pianists.
The YC73 Stage Keyboard features a newly designed Virtual Circuitry Modelling (VCM) Organ engine with physical drawbars, extensive real-time control and authentic Acoustic/Electric Piano and FM synth sounds. The YC models three organ vintages — each of them well-travelled and rich in character. While the default settings sound fantastic, it is also possible to adjust key click, leakage, rotary speaker speed and more to get a one-of-a-kind organ tone. The weighted and balanced action models the unmistakable feel of an electric piano. With a 73-key E-to-E keyboard and a touch that falls between graded acoustic piano and authentic organ action, it’s designed to be versatile. YC Keyboards aren’t just designed to be played. They’re made to be bumped, jostled, scratched, crammed in a van, stuffed in an overhead bin and adored by players and fans, gig after gig. In short, they’re built to last, like the company that stands behind them.
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A new VCM Organ modelling engine delivers three flavours of character-rich, vintage tonewheel organs
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Incredible variety of vintage electric piano, string, brass and classic Yamaha FM synth sounds
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New user interface provides direct, intuitive control allowing fast and easy splits, layers and sound-shaping directly from the front panel. Nine physical drawbars with customisable LED colours
YC Series features two premium concert grand pianos: the Yamaha CFX and Yamaha S700. These pianos provide full dynamic expression and nuance through meticulous recording and voicing.
CFX
With over 17 years of development, the Yamaha CFX is our flagship 9’ concert grand piano. The CFX offers sparkling highs, powerful bass with incredible dynamic range and the strength to project over a full symphony orchestra.
S700
Built by Yamaha master artisans, the S700 is a handcrafted acoustic grand piano with the power to cut through dense arrangements and the control to remain expressive in solo and sparse settings. A staple from the S90 ES stage synthesizer and MOTIF ES music production synthesizer, the S700 remains one of the most popular grand piano Voices available today.
REAL FM ELECTRIC PIANOS
Powered by the same technology that made the DX7 famous, YC Series features real 8-operator FM synthesis for full dynamic and expression that can’t be reproduced with samples.
Yamaha CP80
Yamaha introduced the CP80 and CP70 electric grand pianos in 1978 to give musicians “portable” (It weighed over 300 pounds/130 kg!) grand piano sound that could cut through a live band. Now, the strength of the CP80 lives on in the CP73 and CP88 with a powerful sound that does for the piano what amplification did for guitar.
78 RD
Suitable for all music genres, the 78 Rd tine electric piano boasts a high quality, smooth sound—great for pairing with effects like chorus, delay and reverb.
75 RD
If you’re after a distinctive vibe with plenty of character, look no further than the 75 Rd. Its dirty, funkier sound with a nice low end “bark” works great for playing leads and parts requiring a more rhythmic approach.
73 RD
The 73 Rd is a warm tine electric piano Voice with vintage vibe. This piano works nicely with ballads, early 70s fusion, Neo Soul or any time you need to support a singer or lead instrument.
73 RD STUDIO [OS v1.1]
This 1973 studio tine electric piano features smooth, warm tones, perfect for laying down chord beds in ballads, jazz and R&B.
74 RD STAGE [OS v1.1]
Another option when looking for something more aggressive, this bright electric stage piano works well for soloing or more syncopated rhythm parts.
WR
With vintage and modern versions, the Wr reed electric piano voice is a staple of multiple genres from rock to soul. The YC Wr electric piano Voice provides three options (“Warm”, “Bright” and “Wide”) so you can match the sound to the musical setting.
C7
The Yamaha C7 holds the honor of being the most recorded piano in music history. Not only does its signature sound cut through dense mixes to work well with any kind of music requiring a bright piano, the C7 features an exceptionally expressive soft layer as well.
NASHVILLE C3 [OS v1.1]
The Nashville C3 is a small but character-rich grand piano engineered in conjunction with our Sound Design and Artist Relations teams. The piano was recorded in our Yamaha Entertainment Group Studios and processed with real analog tape for a distinctive vibe and character.
LIVE CF3 [OS v1.1]
The classic CF3 sound from the Yamaha CP300 stage piano is well-known among professional musicians. A great fit for both pop and gospel music, players will find that the CF3 offers the powerful sound they’re looking for.
VCM ORGAN
Yamaha puts your favorite classic organ sounds in one powerful, compact stage keyboard. YC models three organ vintages - just out of the box, well-traveled and character-rich vintage. Need more? Go under the hood to adjust key click, leakage, rotary speaker speed and more to get the one-of-a-kind organ tone you’ve been searching for.
FM ORGAN
In 1983, Yamaha introduced the iconic sounds of FM (Frequency Modulation) synthesis to the world with the launch of the synthesizer DX7. Now YC Series brings FM synthesis to the organ for a new generation of players. Simply switch to FM Organ and your drawbars control 8 FM operators that send a pure sound with massive low end. Add rotary speaker or amp sim effects for character and vibe. Intuitive controls make it easy to discover new sounds. Or recreate classic transistor organ tones from warm to reedy to buzzy by choosing one of three popular FM Organ modes.
Synths, strings and more
YC Series features synth sounds for covering any gig or session. Split, layer or solo warm pads, lush strings, deep synth basses, synth leads, brass and more. The one to one YC control interface allows real-time interaction for instant sound creation.
SPECIFICATIONS
Number of Keys: 73
Keyboard Type: BHS (Balanced Hammer Standard) keyboard: matte black keytops
Tone Generating Technology: VCM Organ, AWM2, FM
Number of Polyphony (Max.): [VCM Organ + AWM2]:128 *Total of VCM Organ and AWM2, [FM]:128
Number of Live Set Sound: 160 (Preset Live Set Sounds:104)
Number of Voices: 152 (Organ:9 / Keys:143)
Insertion Effect: Organ 1 systems (Pre Drive) / Key A 2 systems (1: 35 types, 2: 35 types) / Key B 2 systems (1: 35 types, 2: 35 types)
Effect: 35 types
Speaker/Amp: 7 types (Rotary Speaker: 3 types, Amp: 4 types)
Reverb: 1 type
Master EQ: 3 band (with sweepable Mid)
Line Out: OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks, UNBALANCED), OUTPUT [L]/[R] (XLR jacks, BALANCED)
Headphones: [PHONES] (6.3 mm, standard stereo phone jack)
Foot Controller: FOOT CONTROLLER [1]/[2], FOOT SWITCH [SUSTAIN]/[ASSIGNABLE]
MIDI: MIDI [IN]/[OUT]
USB: USB [TO HOST]/[TO DEVICE]
AUX: INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks)
Connectors: [AC IN]
Display: Full Dot LCD (128 x 64 dots)
Additional package contents: Owner’s Manual x 1, Power cord x 1
Dimensions: W: 1086 mm (42-3/4") H: 145 mm (5-11/16") D: 355 mm (14")
Weight: 13.4 kg (29 lb, 9 oz)
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