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rogersamberSep 6, 2025
What to do if the pedal is acting backwards ('on' when up instead of down) on Kurzweil Musical Instrument?
- CchristopherbrewerSep 6, 2025
Power cycle the unit making sure to NOT press on the pedal during startup.
 

What to do if the pedal is acting backwards ('on' when up instead of down) on Kurzweil Musical Instrument?
Power cycle the unit making sure to NOT press on the pedal during startup.
What to do if the audio cables are not securely plugged into the Kurzweil Forte?
If the audio cables aren't securely connected, set the volume of your audio system or mixer to the lowest level. Then, securely plug in the audio cables on both ends. Finally, slowly increase the volume.
What to do if Sustain or Sostenuto is stuck 'on' on Kurzweil Musical Instrument?
Make sure the pedal is plugged in before turning on the power. If necessary, turn the power off, and then on again.
What to do if the signal source selection on the audio system or mixer is incorrect for Kurzweil Forte?
Set the volume of the audio or mixer to the lowest level, select the correct signal source, and then slowly turn up the volume.
What to do if the audio cable is of an incorrect type for Kurzweil Musical Instrument?
Obtain and securely connect an audio cable of the correct type. The Forte accepts both balanced (TRS) and unbalanced (TS) 1/4-inch audio cables.
What to do if the power cable is not plugged securely into the Forte power jack of Kurzweil Musical Instrument?
Ensure the power cable is securely plugged into the Forte power jack.
What to do if the wall outlet, power strip, or extension cord is defective or damaged for Kurzweil Musical Instrument?
If you suspect the wall outlet, power strip, or extension cord is defective, try using a different one.
What to do if the MIDI cable is not securely plugged in at both ends of Kurzweil Forte Musical Instrument?
Make sure to securely plug in the MIDI cable at both ends.
What to do if the volume control on the audio system or mixer is turned down for Kurzweil Forte Musical Instrument?
If the volume control on your audio system or mixer is too low, slowly turn the volume control up.
What to do if the power cable is not plugged securely into the wall outlet for Kurzweil Forte?
Ensure the power cable is fully and securely plugged into the wall outlet.
| Pitch wheel | Yes | 
|---|---|
| Sound effects | Chorus, Compression, Phaser | 
| Output impedance | 50 Ω | 
| Built-in speaker(s) | - | 
| Maximum polyphony (notes) | 128 | 
| Number of transpose switches | 2 | 
| Number of front panel sliders | 9 | 
| Audio (L/R) out | 4 | 
| Headphone outputs | 1 | 
| Keyboard name | Fatar TP/40L | 
| Keys quantity | 88 keys | 
| Product color | Black | 
| Display resolution | 480 x 272 pixels | 
| General MIDI | No | 
| FX units quantity | 32 | 
| Effect chains quantity | 1000 | 
| User programs quantity | 1024 | 
| Factory multis quantity | 186 | 
| Factory programs quantity | 322 | 
| Cables included | AC, USB | 
| AC input voltage | 100-240 V | 
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz | 
| Power consumption (max) | 20 W | 
| Depth | 395 mm | 
|---|---|
| Width | 1385 mm | 
| Height | 140 mm | 
| Weight | 21800 g |