What to do if my Yamaha Electone EL-87 Electone panel does not function normally?
If the Electone panel doesn't function normally or the memorized data has changed, it might be due to power surges or spikes. In such cases, perform the Power On Reset operation to reset the Electone.
Why is there no sound from my Yamaha Electone EL-87 Musical Instrument Electone speakers?
If no sound is coming from your Electone’s speakers, the plug of the cable from the speaker unit might be disconnected. Reconnect the plug securely, referring to the separate 'Assembly Instructions'.
What to do if my Yamaha Electone EL-87 sound is too soft even at maximum volume?
If the sound from your Yamaha Musical Instrument is too soft even at maximum volume, check all volume controls. Ensure the panel Volume controls for each voice section, the Master Volume dial, and the Expression Pedal are set to suitable levels. Also, check the Upper/Lower Balance control on the Voice Display.
Why are Pedal voices silent on my Yamaha Electone EL-87 even with proper volume?
If the Pedal voices on your Yamaha Musical Instrument do not sound even though the volume is properly set, the Single Finger or Fingered Chord mode of Auto Bass Chord may be on. Turn off the mode in the display.
What to do if switching voices changes the volume on my Yamaha Electone EL-87?
If switching voices causes the volume to change on your Yamaha Musical Instrument, even with identical volume settings, it may be because the volume of certain voices may seem lower than that of others. Adjust the balance of the sound with the Volume control within the appropriate Voice Condition display.
Why is there a cracking noise from my Yamaha Electone EL-87?
A cracking noise from your Yamaha Musical Instrument may be produced when an electrical appliance is turned on or off, or an electric power tool is used nearby. If this occurs, plug the Electone into an electrical outlet located as far as possible from the device that seems to be the source of the problem.
Why can't I hear accompaniment on my Yamaha Musical Instrument even with suitable volume?
If you cannot hear the accompaniment on your Yamaha Musical Instrument, even when the volume is set appropriately, the rhythm might not have been started. Use Accompaniment together with the rhythm.
How to adjust touch tone on Yamaha Musical Instrument?
To adjust the Touch Tone function on your Yamaha Musical Instrument, modify the Touch Tone settings in the Voice Condition display.
Why can't I hear harmony notes on my Yamaha Musical Instrument?
If the harmony notes of the Melody On Chord function cannot be heard on your Yamaha Musical Instrument, the Upper keyboard may be set to sound only Lead voices. Increase the volume of the Upper Keyboard voices.
Why does the rhythm not start at the beginning of a recording on my Yamaha Electone EL-87?
The M.D.R. is designed so that the rhythm cannot be started at the very beginning of a recording. If you wish to use the rhythm, start it after the available memory display appears on the M.D.R. display.
General| Type | Electronic Organ |
|---|---|
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus, DSP |
| Display | LCD |
| Rhythms | 100 |
| Output | Line Out |
| MIDI | In/Out/Thru |
Warnings about safety markings and symbols used on the product.
Yamaha's commitment to environmental responsibility and product design.
Safety warning regarding the non-rechargeable battery within the unit.
Instructions for safe and environmentally sound disposal of the product.
General safety precautions to follow before using the Electone.
Critical warnings regarding electrical shock and potential hazards.
Identification of controls and features located on the front panel.
Description of AWM and FM tone generation technology for realistic sounds.
Overview of the Electone's diverse organ sound capabilities.
Introduction to voice editing tools for creating custom sounds.
Details on rhythm programming and sequence features.
Overview of available sound enhancement effects.
Explanation of the digital recording capabilities.
Benefits of the large LCD for user control and operation.
Basic steps to begin playing the Electone.
Explanation of factory preset voice combinations.
Procedure for choosing voices and rhythms using the display.
Explanation of buttons used for selection and parameter adjustment.
Function of buttons used for navigating display pages.
Method for selecting voices using panel buttons.
Using dotted buttons to access more voice options.
Detailed lists of voices organized by category.
Function to play voices from the Lower keyboard.
How to mute individual voice sections.
Steps to create custom organ sounds by adjusting footages.
Settings for the percussive portion of flute voices.
Settings for click sound, response, tremolo, and volume.
Accessing pages for voice parameter adjustments.
Adjusting volume and timbre based on key touch.
Setting the octave setting of the voice.
Turning specific sound effects on or off.
Adjusting the voice's position in the stereo image.
Adjusting the brightness of the voice tone.
Fine adjustment of the voice volume.
Controlling vibrato intensity, delay, depth, and speed.
Applying vibrato by key pressure.
Portamento effect for sliding between notes.
Fine-tuning the pitch of lead voices.
Applying echo effects for room simulation.
Reverb amount for Upper, Lower, and Lead sections.
Reverb amount for Pedal, Accompaniment, and Percussion.
Reverb amount for Tremolo, Symphonic, Delay, Flanger.
How to use the rotating speaker effect.
Steps to activate the tremolo effect for use.
Adjusting tremolo speed and chorus modes.
Controlling tremolo effect live via panel or footswitch.
Selecting rhythms from panel buttons and display.
Methods to start and stop rhythm patterns.
Adjusting the volume level for rhythms.
Adjusting the speed of rhythms using the tempo dial.
Incorporating Fill In patterns for rhythmic breaks.
Steps to activate and configure Auto Bass Chord.
Chord types usable in Single Finger mode.
Chord types usable in Fingered Chord mode.
Saving panel settings to memory buttons.
Choosing saved registrations for instant recall.
Setting custom registration sequences for footswitch control.
Entering and managing registration numbers in shift sequences.
Important handling and care instructions for disks and drive.
Maintaining the disk drive for optimal performance.
Guidelines for handling and caring for floppy disks.
Step-by-step process for recording a performance.
Procedures for re-recording or correcting recording errors.
Changing registrations in an existing song without altering performance.
Steps to listen to recorded songs.
Playing back specific recorded parts.
Playback without resetting registrations.
Temporarily stopping playback.
Navigating through recorded songs.
Introduction to the voice editing process.
Step 1: Selecting a voice and its operator.
Explanation of the fundamental sound components called Operators.
Turning off Operators to isolate and modify sound components.
Adjusting FM operator parameters for sound shaping.
Modifying how sound tail end changes after key release.
Step 2: Adjusting Operator levels for tone modification.
Adjusting AWM operator settings for sound modification.
Storing created voices to user memory.
Exiting the voice editing function.
Selecting previously saved custom voices.
Loading voices from optional external disks.
Understanding the basic principles of voice editing.
How sound components interact to create complex sounds.
Explanation of AWM operator characteristics and filters.
Details on FM operator parameters for sound editing.
How envelopes vary output levels over time.
Using feedback to add harmonic complexity to sounds.
Relationships between Operators and parameters for sound editing.
Practical examples of using voice editing controls.
A table detailing voice settings and OL values.
Overview of steps for programming rhythms and sequences.
Steps to access the rhythm programming mode.
Copying existing rhythms to create new patterns.
Programming new rhythms without copying.
Erasing instruments from a rhythm pattern.
Navigating through rhythm tracks and pattern steps.
Displaying the current position within a rhythm pattern.
Entering accent levels for percussion sounds.
Layering tracks to complete a rhythm pattern.
Exiting the rhythm programming mode.
Choosing preset or user rhythms to build sequences.
Using footswitches for various Electone functions.
Assigning footswitch to control rhythm functions.
Assigning footswitch to control the glide effect.
Assigning footswitch to control the tremolo effect.
Controlling sustain effect with the knee lever.
Controlling Melody On Chord with the knee lever.
Controlling Lead Slide effect with the knee lever.
Understanding how pedal press affects volume.
Accessing the pitch adjustment settings.
Explanation of voice tuning and temperament.
Accessing the MIDI settings.
Matching Electone's receive channels to external devices.
Setting MIDI control for Lead voices and synchronization.
Adjusting LCD display contrast.
Connecting external rhythm machines.
Connecting external stereo sound sources.
Connecting to amplification or speaker systems.
Connecting stereo headphones.
Connecting a microphone.
Connecting external MIDI devices.
General MIDI information and setup.
Practical examples of MIDI connections and usage.
Common operational issues and their solutions.
Problems related to voices and rhythms and their solutions.
Issues with sound effects and their resolution.
Problems with accompaniment and other features and their solutions.
Issues with memorizing settings and possible causes.
Problems encountered during voice editing and solutions.
Troubleshooting MDR recording/playback issues.
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