Yamaha Announces PSR9000 Portable Keyboard
Arranging Workstation
 February 7, 2000
Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo
Division, will launch a new dimension in sound and performance with the
introduction of the PSR9000 portable keyboard at Winter NAMM 2000. Complete
with an array of production and performance-oriented features, the PSR9000
is a versatile arranging workstation for the professional musician, an
ideal live performance instrument, or the perfect keyboard for anyone
who loves to sing and play. The PSR9000 will begin shipping in February,
2000.
"The PSR9000 represents a new kind of keyboard that almost defies
definition," states Jim Presley, marketing manager, Portable Keyboards.
"Based on its sonic quality, functions and capabilities, it is a
remarkably ‘professional’ keyboard. The PSR9000 has a combination
of professional features that don’t exist on any other keyboard on
the planet, making it the perfect choice for performing musicians or professionals
who use it as a writing tool. However, the user interface and auto-arranger
functions are perfect for beginners or hobbyists. The PSR9000 breaks the
rules and sets new standards."
Like its predecessor–the PSR8000–the PSR9000 is a 61-key,
portable keyboard complete with microphone input, digital mixer, vocal
harmonizer, a built-in audio system, and professional features like after
touch, pitch bend and mod wheels. Designed for users at every level, the
unit can be connected directly to a computer without requiring a MIDI
interface, and contains GM compatibility and auto accompaniment features.
In addition, the PSR9000 is fully compatible with the software of the
PSR8000.
The stunning sound quality is some of the best ever produced by Yamaha.
Expanded to 126 notes maximum polyphony, the PSR9000 is loaded with 32
MB of incredible voices that reproduce all the timbres and nuances of
acoustic and amplified instruments. Innovative live drum sounds contain
six layers of samples which crossfade from each other, based on velocity.
They have been recorded in stereo, resulting in realism never before heard
in sampled drums.
Much attention has been paid to ease of use. The PSR9000 contains a
large music database, and all interfaces have been simplified through
the direct access function, one- touch settings, and on-screen guidance–a
necessity for the performing musician who must change settings quickly.
In addition, a PS-2 PC keyboard input allows the user to enter alphanumeric
data, taking the PSR9000 to a new level of user-friendliness.
Video output allows the PSR9000 to display lyrics from a MIDI song file
through a projector or directly into a television monitor. This is an
attractive feature for churches that display lyrics, or for home users
as a karaoke device.
The list of professional features continues with an optional hard drive
(up to 8 GB), SIMMs expandable RAM (up to 65 MB), additional MIDI in/out
for external tone generators, and a SCSI port which can connect to an
external storage device like a Zip drive. Four individual outputs, 12
blocks of DSP effects, an onboard sequencer and automated mixer are ideal
for recording professionals. The PSR9000 contains a Flash ROM operating
system, which enables software upgrades to be loaded from disk or the
Web.
Innovations continue to the redesigned sound system. A pair of built-in
two-way speaker cabinets produces rich, natural sound reproduction. Each
speaker has been mounted inside a wooden cabinet with a large bass port,
and is powered by a 56-watt amplifier.
The versatility of the Yamaha PSR9000 invites live performance musicians,
studio musicians, songwriters, and amateurs alike to experience the highest
level of musical performance and productivity ever available–all
from the same keyboard.
For more information on the PSR9000, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2000,
Los Angeles Convention Center, Petree Hall.
For more information, visit Yamaha at http://www.yamaha.com/ |
