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If the sounds from your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard are distorted, the parameters used to distort the sound may have been set. On the reface CS, change the OSC, resonance, or distortion effect settings; on the reface DX, change modulator values or distortion effect settings; on the reface CP, change the [DRIVE] knob setting; on the reface YC, change the DIST setting.
Why are some sounds not playing on my Yamaha reface YC Electronic Keyboard?
If your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard isn't producing certain sounds, or the sound output is intermittent, here are some things to check: * The maximum number of sounds that can be produced by the Phrase Looper might have been exceeded; use the instrument in such a way that the maximum number of simultaneous sounds is not exceeded. * The playing mode might be set to “MONO”; switch the playing mode from “MONO” to “POLY” to play multiple notes at the same time. * Only the [16’] FOOTAGE slider is lowered, and the [OCTAVE] slider is also lowered, in which condition notes are too low to be produced; raise the [OCTAVE] slider. * With the H-type organ, lowering the [1’] FOOTAGE slider does not cause organ sounds to be produced, instead, it produces only percussion sounds; this is normal.
How to stop my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard from turning off automatically?
If your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard is turning off unexpectedly, it's likely because the Auto Power-Off function is enabled. If you don't want this to happen, you can deactivate the Auto Power-Off function.
What to do if sounds keep playing on my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
If sounds are continuing without end on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, consider these possibilities: * The Release (R) setting from the EG section might be too high; lower the [R] slider from the EG section. * The delay’s depth might be set too high; lower the delay depth. * The Phrase Looper might be playing a loop phrase; pause or stop the Phrase Looper. * The depth for D.DELAY or A.DELAY might be set too high; lower the D.DELAY or A.DELAY depth.
Why is there no sound coming from my Yamaha reface YC Electronic Keyboard?
If your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard isn't producing any sound, there are several potential causes: * The volume might be turned down; raise it using the [VOLUME] or [VOL] slider. * Headphones could be connected; unplug them. * Local Control might be off; turn it on. * Speaker Output might be off; turn it on. * If a foot controller is connected, it may have lowered the MIDI volume or expression; try using it to increase the volume. * If you have connected audio equipment, the volume may be turned down; raise the volume on the connected audio equipment. * The Attack (A) setting from the EG section might be too high; lower the [A] slider. * The filter’s cutoff frequency might be too low; adjust the filter’s cutoff frequency. * Amplitude (AMP) might be modulated by the LFO, t...
The Yamaha reface series is a collection of compact, portable keyboards designed to bring the sounds and feel of classic Yamaha keyboards to modern musicians. This V1.30 Updater Guide specifically addresses the reface CS, DX, CP, and YC models, providing instructions for updating their firmware to version 1.30 and detailing the enhancements introduced with this update.
The reface series comprises four distinct models, each emulating a different type of classic keyboard:
All reface models are designed for portability, featuring built-in speakers and the option for battery power, making them suitable for practice, performance, and music creation on the go. They also include a mini-key keyboard, USB connectivity for MIDI and audio, and a Phrase Looper for creative layering and performance.
The reface series offers a user-friendly interface with dedicated controls for each model's specific functions, allowing for intuitive sound shaping and performance.
Before initiating an update, users can easily check their reface's current firmware version.
The firmware update process is straightforward and involves a few key steps:
The V1.30 update introduces significant enhancements across the reface series:
Previous updates also brought notable improvements:
The updater guide emphasizes several key points for successful and safe maintenance through firmware updates:
General| Number of Keys | 37 |
|---|---|
| Polyphony | 128 |
| Key Type | Mini |
| Effects | Distortion, Reverb, Chorus, Delay |
| Power Supply | AC Adaptor or 6 x AA batteries |
| Dimensions | 530 mm x 175 mm x 60 mm |
| Connectivity | MIDI, USB to Host, Aux In, Output, Headphones |
| Speakers | 2 x 2W |
| Presets | 5 Organ Models |
