MATRIXSYNTH: Yamaha DX27S


Wednesday, December 12, 2007

Yamaha DX27S

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Yamaha DX27 with internal speakers. Out of 11,428 posts to date, this is currently the only one of a DX27S.

"61 note full sized keyboard with 8 voices and 4-operator programmable FM synthesis. It holds 192 presets in memory.

Digital FM (frequency modulation) Synthesis :
Four operators, each comprising a digital sine wave generator and a five-paramater envelope generator, are utilized in the arrangement of "algorithms" producing a broad array of sound.

Preset ROM Voices :
192 preset ROM voices accessible through two separate play modes.

Voice Programming :
Special edit function allows the programming of all the voice parameters for any of the existing voices.

Bank Play Mode :
Contains 192 preset ROM voices in 4 banks of 24 voices. Voices can be rearranged, selected and edited to suit individual taste or requirements.

Internal Play Mode :
Accesses the 24-voice internal RAM, where a personal "voice set" can be stored, edited, and from where original voices can be instantly recalled.

Internal Speakers :
A stereo amplifier and speakers are built right into the DX27S. A speaker ON/OFF switch is available for use with external sound systems.

Effects Controllers :
The Pitch Bend and the Modulation Wheel, along with the optional Breath Controller add enhanced expression and a broader range of voices.

Cassette Storage :
Equipped with a data cassette interface, through which newly created or edited voices can be permanently stored.

MIDI Functions :
MIDI-compatable, therefore MIDI information can be sent and received over the entire network of MIDI-equipped instruments.

Specifications:
Keyboard 61 Keys
Sound Source FM Tone Generator (4 operators, 8 algorithms)
Simultaneous Note Output 8 notes, reverse priority
Internal Memory 24-voice Internal memory (alterable),
192-voice Preset memory (read-only),
96-voice number bank (alterable)
Effects: Pitch, Bend, Modulation, Portamento, Sustain, Key Veloocity (via Midi input only), & Chorus
Controls: Pitch Bend Wheel, Modulation Wheel, Volume
External Controls Terminals: Breath Control, Foot Switch, Foot Control
Output Rated output level - 20dB/output impendance 10k Ohms or less
Phones Rated output level - 16dB/output impendance 47 Ohms or less
Foot Switch (Portamento On-Off, Sustain On-Off),
MIDI In, MIDI Out, MIDI Thru,
Cassette (transmission speed, 1,200 baud)
Breath Control DC 12V IN
United States and Canada Model 120V, 50/60Hz

Dimensions 1091(w) x 82(h) x 270(d) mm, 43(w) x 3.2(h) x 10.6(d) inches
Weight 7.5kg (25.25 lbs)"

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  2. I own one of these.
    The ugly duck for lot of people, but nowadays -with talkbox fever- is starting to be looked for (Same DX100 engine).

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