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Follow-up to Yamaha CS80 vs Arturia CS-80V vs Cherry Audio GX-80 – Ultimate Sound Comparison!

"In this video, I take you on an unforgettable journey through the sounds of the legendary Yamaha CS80 and its top VST emulations:

Arturia CS80V
Cherry Audio GX80
Softube Model 77

🎵 From the lush Blade Runner string pad to iconic riffs like “I Hear You Now”, “Chariots of Fire”, “Billie Jean”, and more, I compare how these synths stack up in tone, playability, and character.

🔥 Which synth comes out on top?

You’ll hear:

The magic of the Yamaha CS80’s legendary polyphonic aftertouch.
The subtle strengths of each VST clone, from Cherry Audio's sparkling highs to Arturia's deep bass and Softube’s all-around excellence.

💡 BONUS: I’m also showcasing the Kontrol S88 master keyboard, a fantastic tool for replicating the CS80’s expressive power."

00:00 Jon & Vangelis – I Hear You Now Comparison
00:33 Introduction: Yamaha CS80 vs. Arturia CS80V, Cherry Audio GX80, and Softube Model 77
01:05 Blade Runner: Synth Strings
03:11 Yamaha CS80: Polyphonic Aftertouch Explained
03:42 Yamaha CS80: Polyphonic Aftertouch Comparison
04:25 Initial Thoughts on the Synth Comparison
04:41 Jon & Vangelis – I Hear You Now Comparison
06:16 Chariots of Fire: The Brass Lick
07:02 Billie Jean: String Section
08:06 Blade Runner: The Flute Intro
09:14 The Results
09:41 Conclusion
09:50 Kontrol S88 Keyboard
10:06 What’s Next?
10:19 Finale & Other News