What to do if there is no sound when playing my Yamaha yahama PSR - 520 Electronic Keyboard?
If your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard isn't producing any sound, try turning the power off, then on again to ensure the default “Local ON” setting is selected. Also, verify that the Local Control function is turned ON.
What to do if the selected voice does not sound when playing my Yamaha yahama PSR - 520?
If the selected voice on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard isn't sounding, make sure the Keyboard Volume, Split Voice Volume, and Dual Voice Volume parameters are set appropriately. Alternatively, turn the power off and on again to automatically select the default volume setting for the voice.
Why is the sustain pedal reversed on my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
If the sustain pedal on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard is operating in reverse, it's likely because the power was turned on or the pedal was plugged in while the pedal was pressed. To fix this, turn the power off and then back on while ensuring the pedal is not pressed.
Why is the accompaniment not playing properly on my Yamaha yahama PSR - 520?
If the accompaniment on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard isn't playing correctly, ensure that the accompaniment tracks you want to hear are not muted and that the Accomp Volume parameter is at an audible level. You can also try turning the power off and on again to restore the default track settings and accompaniment volume.
Why do some notes not sound when playing simultaneously on my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard PSR-520?
If some notes aren't sounding when you play many at once on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard PSR-520, it's likely that you're exceeding the maximum polyphony. The PSR-520 can play up to 32 notes simultaneously, including split, dual, auto-accompaniment, song memory, and multi pad notes. Notes exceeding this limit will not be audible.
Why won't the Harmony/Echo and/or Dual Voice function turn on my Yamaha yahama PSR - 520?
The Harmony/Echo and Dual Voice functions on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard will not activate if a percussion kit voice is selected. Ensure that a voice between number 01 and 141 is selected. Also, the Harmony/Echo effect cannot be turned ON when the FINGERED FULL mode is in use.
Why doesn’t the rhythm sound when started on my Yamaha yahama PSR - 520?
Some sections of some styles on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard do not use the accompaniment rhythm track.
Why do the speakers produce a “pop” sound when turning on or off my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
The “pop” sound from the speakers of your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard when turning the power on or off is normal and should not cause concern.
Lists key features of the Yamaha PSR-520 PortaTone, highlighting its advanced technology and user-friendly interface.
How to select and play individual voices on the keyboard.
How to use the data dial for voice selection and adjust volume.
Explains playing different voices with left and right hands.
Details on Split Voice volume, octave, reverb, chorus, pan, and split point settings.
How to enable touch response and play two voices simultaneously.
Details on Dual Voice volume, octave, reverb, chorus, and pan settings.
Explains harmony effect for melody and echo effect for right-hand parts.
Lists and describes available Harmony (01-10) and Echo (11-22) types.
How to turn the sustain feature ON/OFF for longer note sustain.
How to transpose pitch and use the pitch bend wheel.
How to change split voice and its related parameters.
How to select different harmony/echo types.
How to select SINGLE or FINGERED modes for accompaniment.
Explains single-finger chord input and fingering modes (Normal, Bass, Full).
Details on NORMAL, BASS, and FULL fingering modes for accompaniment.
How to select an accompaniment style for playback.
How to select accompaniment styles and set the tempo for playback.
Various methods to start accompaniment playback, including straight and intro starts.
Details on straight, intro, and synchronized start methods for accompaniment.
How to select Main A/B sections and stop accompaniment playback.
Overview of controlling accompaniment tracks (RHYTHM, BASS, CHORD, PAD, PHRASE).
Explains the role and function of each accompaniment track type.
How to switch between large/small arrangements and mute individual tracks.
How to change voices and adjust volumes for each accompaniment track.
How to set the split point for the auto accompaniment.
Details on what data is recorded for a melody track during song recording.
Steps for engaging melody track record ready mode, starting, and stopping recording.
Explains data recorded for the song accompaniment track.
How to start and stop recording accompaniment and name user songs.
How to start/stop playback and play along with songs.
Steps to play from a specified measure, rewrite voice/volume, and clear song tracks.
General| Number of Keys | 61 |
|---|---|
| Styles | 64 |
| MIDI | Yes |
| Weight | 6.8 kg (15 lbs) |
| Type | Arranger Keyboard |
| Display | LCD |
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus |
| Tones | 128 |
| Connections | MIDI In/Out |
| Power Supply | AC Adapter |
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