Name: Yamaha Reface YC Compact Combo Organ Keyboard
SKU: CREFACEYCUK
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Yamaha Reface YC Compact Combo Organ Keyboard

£319.00

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Description

The Yamaha Reface YC Compact Combo Organ Keyboard is New and made by Yamaha a great Keyboard Organ Combo Compact YC . Available from SynthforSale now for £ 319 with delivery to all areas of the UK. The Yamaha reface Series offers the classic sounds of the 70 s and 80 s in 4 super compact and individual instruments The reface Series is based around 4 legendary Yamaha Keyboard ranges; The CS series for classic analogue Synths, CP Series for Stage Pianos, EY Series for Combo organs and and the DX series for Digital FM synths All featuring the same basic compact chassis, they each have their own flavour with both styling sounds, and internals taken from their original ancestors!The reface EYThe Reface EY is based on the Classic 70 s Yamaha Combo Organ featuring the recognisable rich red finish of the original with a wide range of draw bars and old school rocker switches to create your sound Its a super tactile instrument with no pesky screens or menus Even if you weren t that knowledgeable about traditional organ features and were not that bothered about traditional organ sounds, you could treat the drawbars as subtractive synthesis to create something to your taste Fantastically versatile, the EY is perfect for the classic organ enthusiasts and modern tone creators alike Looks Like a Toy, Behaves like a beastAt first look, you may be fooled into thinking that the reface pianos are somewhat of a toy With their super compact design mini keys and in built speakers, it does seem reminiscent of a few mini-starter-keyboard instruments that i grew up with in looks HOWEVER, in terms of both sound quality,playability and features, the reface series completely blows those keyboards out off the water!Thanks to its internal circuitry the sound is warm and rich and has all the artifacts and intricacies of the original Featuring speaker modelling from the Classic Leslie design, you can plug the EY into anything and it will sound great If you wanted, you could plug the reface into a larger rig and just use it as a compact top quality sound module for a larger keyboard Mini Keys, Mighty ControlWith mini-keys becoming more prominent in a range of keyboards these days, many players have been disappointed by their lack of playability and responsiveness compared to a proper keyboard action having been used to the proper hammer action of a real piano myself, I have in the past sometimes wondered whether mini-keys is that one step too far!What s great about the reface key bed is that you ll find that the Mini-Keys on the reface are like none that have been before The keys not only feel better to play, there s a huge amount of expressiveness and sensitivity that is sometimes lost in other mini key setups In a Reface promotional video a reviewer remarked It seems like a piano player actually made the keys !There is obviously a reason why Yamaha decided to use mini-keys on the reface series, and as so

Compact

A compact synthesizer is a smaller, more streamlined synth designed to be portable and space-efficient without sacrificing essential features and sound quality. These synthesizers are typically built to have a reduced footprint, making them easier to carry around or fit into limited studio or stage setups. Despite their size, compact synths often include a versatile range of sounds and functions, such as multiple oscillators, filters, effects, and sometimes even sequencers or arpeggiators. They are ideal for musicians or producers looking for a capable instrument that can be easily transported or fit onto a crowded desk or stage rig.

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Keyboard

A music keyboard is a versatile musical instrument consisting of a set of keys or buttons that produce different pitches when pressed. Keyboards come in various forms, including acoustic pianos, electric pianos, synthesizers, and MIDI controllers. They allow musicians to play melodies, harmonies, and chords with ease, making them fundamental tools in a wide range of musical genres and settings. Keyboards often feature additional controls such as knobs, sliders, and buttons for manipulating sound parameters, and they can be connected to other devices like computers or sound modules for expanded functionality. Whether used for classical, pop, jazz, or electronic music, the keyboard’s intuitive layout and expressive capabilities make it an essential component of modern music production and performance.

Organ

A music organ is a keyboard instrument that produces sound by means of pipes or electronic circuits. Organs can vary greatly in size and complexity, from small, portable models to large, pipe organs found in churches and concert halls. They typically feature multiple ranks of pipes or digital sound generators, controlled by a keyboard and various stops or drawbars that adjust the timbre and volume of the sound. Organs are capable of producing a wide range of tones, from soft and ethereal to powerful and majestic, making them suitable for a variety of musical styles, including classical, jazz, and sacred music. With their rich history and unique sonic capabilities, organs remain an enduring and beloved instrument in the world of music.