Yamaha PSR-A700

The Yamaha PSR-A700 is an arranger keyboard designed specifically for musicians who focus on Middle Eastern music styles. With an extensive collection of traditional instrument sounds, authentic accompaniment styles, and comprehensive scale tuning options, the PSR-A700 offers everything you need to play, compose, and perform Arabic, Turkish, and other Oriental music. The keyboard combines the sounds of the Yamaha PSR-A5000 series with intuitive controls, real-time controllers, and modern connectivity options. This makes the PSR-A700 suitable for home use, music production, and live performances.

Authentic Middle Eastern Instrument Sounds
The Yamaha PSR-A700 features 1,144 instrument sounds, 86 drum and effect kits, and 480 XG sounds. Among these are 306 Middle Eastern instrument sounds and 44 corresponding drum kits. Many of these sounds are based on the sound library of the Yamaha PSR-A5000 and include recognizable instruments such as the oud, qanun, and nay. With 226 Super Articulation Voices, the instrument sounds respond to the way you play. Think of the ornamentations, tone transitions, and articulations characteristic of traditional string and wind instruments. In addition, the keyboard features 25 MegaVoices, which reproduce the specific playing characteristics of acoustic instruments. The AWM Stereo Sampling sound generator and 128-voice polyphony ensure that multiple sounds, accompaniments, and melody lines can be played simultaneously. Using the keyboard parts Right 1, Right 2, and Left, you can combine different instruments to create your own arrangements.

473 accompaniment styles, including 279 Middle Eastern styles
With 473 built-in accompaniment styles, the PSR-A700 supports a wide range of musical genres. No fewer than 279 Styles are dedicated to Middle Eastern music, featuring characteristic rhythms, percussion patterns, and accompaniments. The Styles are divided into 448 Pro Styles, 15 Session Styles, and 10 DJ Styles. Each style features different intros, four Main Variations, four Fill-ins, a Break, and three Endings. This allows you to build a song and switch between different arrangements while playing. Thanks to One Touch Setting (OTS), four matching settings are available for each accompaniment style. This allows you to quickly select suitable instrument sounds and settings without having to program them manually. With the built-in Style Creator, you can also customize existing accompaniments or create new Styles yourself.

Scale Tune for Arabic and Oriental Scales
An important feature of the Yamaha PSR-A700 is Scale Tune. This allows you to adjust the pitch of individual notes, so you can also play scales that deviate from standard Western tuning. The keyboard supports 12 scale types and features dedicated Scale Tune control keys. Among other things, these allow you to set up Arabic scales with microtonal intervals. You can save different tunings to five memory locations and recall them while playing. These features are important for musicians who perform traditional Middle Eastern music, where specific intervals and pitch relationships are integral to musical expression.

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Crossfade Portamento for Smooth Pitch Transitions
With Crossfade Portamento, the PSR-A700 enables smooth transitions between different pitches. This feature was developed to better replicate the character of traditional instruments. Instead of an abrupt transition between two notes, there is a gradual change in pitch. This allows you to play gliding melodies, subtle pitch bends, and legato phrases that are characteristic of Arabic and Turkish music, among others.

Real-time control with joystick and knobs
To adjust sounds during a performance, the Yamaha PSR-A700 features a joystick and two assignable knobs. The joystick controls pitch bend and modulation, among other things. This allows you to add vibrato, pitch changes, and other expressive elements to your playing. The two knobs can be assigned to various sound parameters. This allows you to directly influence the character of the selected instrument sound while playing, without having to navigate through menus.

Extensive Effects for Instruments and Vocals
The PSR-A700 features an extensive effects section that lets you further edit instrument sounds and arrangements. The DSP engine offers nine effect blocks, including one Variation block and eight Insertion blocks. Each block has 322 presets available, and you can save 30 user settings. In addition, the keyboard features 59 reverb presets, 106 chorus presets, a Master Compressor, and a Master EQ. With the Part EQ, you can individually adjust the sound balance of different parts within an arrangement. Effects are also available for vocals. You can connect a microphone via the microphone input, after which you can use a Noise Gate, Compressor, and three-band equalizer. This allows you to adjust the microphone signal and tailor it to the rest of your performance.

Chord Looper for Hands-Free Accompaniment
The built-in Chord Looper lets you record chord progressions and have them repeat automatically. This means you don’t have to constantly play the chords of an accompaniment style with your left hand. You can focus entirely on melodies, improvisations, or operating other functions. The PSR-A700 supports up to eight stored chord sequences, allowing you to switch between different chord progressions during a performance.

700 MB Expansion Memory and Expansion Explorer
With approximately 700 MB of Expansion Memory, the Yamaha PSR-A700 offers space for additional instrument sounds and accompaniment styles. This allows you to expand the keyboard with sounds that match your musical style or regional musical traditions. This makes it possible to further enrich the sound library with new instruments, rhythms, and arrangements. The PSR-A700 is compatible with Yamaha Expansion Explorer. This lets you discover, manage, and install additional content, so you can customize the keyboard to suit your musical needs.

Bluetooth Audio for Wireless Music Playback
Thanks to built-in Bluetooth 5.0, you can wirelessly play music from a smartphone or tablet through the Yamaha PSR-A700’s sound system. This is handy when you want to play along with existing songs, practice new music, or use accompaniment audio tracks. The Bluetooth Audio connection supports the A2DP profile and the SBC codec. This allows you to listen to music directly through the keyboard’s built-in speakers.

Built-in stereo sound system with 30-watt power output
The Yamaha PSR-A700 features a built-in stereo sound system with two speakers and an amplifier output of 15 watts per channel. The cabinet features an integrated bass port, which enhances the reproduction of low frequencies. This ensures that both melodic instruments and rhythmic accompaniments are reproduced with a balanced sound. With a total amplifier power of 30 watts, the keyboard is suitable for practicing, making music, and playing in smaller spaces. For performances with an external sound system, the PSR-A700 features separate left and right audio outputs. The Punchy Line Out provides a powerful output signal when connected to active speakers or a PA system.

for MIDI and Audio Recording In addition to playing music, the Yamaha PSR-A700 offers extensive capabilities for recording your own compositions. With the built-in MIDI recorder, you can record up to 16 separate tracks. This allows you to record different instrument parts one after another and create complete arrangements. Using the USB Audio Recorder, you can record performances in stereo WAV format at a resolution of 44.1 kHz and 16-bit. The maximum recording time is 80 minutes per song. When playing back audio files, you can use features such as Time Stretch, Pitch Shift, and Vocal Cancel. These allow you, for example, to adjust the playback tempo or pitch, or to reduce the vocals in an existing recording.

Multi Pads, Registrations, and Playlists
To add extra musical elements, the PSR-A700 features 257 Multi Pad banks, each with four pads. This allows you to trigger additional phrases, rhythmic patterns, and other musical elements while playing. Thanks to Audio Link, audio files can also be linked to Multi Pads. With the Multi Pad Creator, you can also create your own pad settings. The Registration Memory system has eight registration buttons that let you save and recall different keyboard settings. Features such as Registration Sequence and Freeze offer additional options for switching between settings during a performance. To organize your repertoire, the PSR-A700 features a Playlist function, supporting up to 500 registrations per playlist file.

USB-C, USB-A, and Extensive Connectivity Options
The Yamaha PSR-A700 is equipped with modern connectors for use with computers, storage devices, and external equipment. Via USB TO HOST (USB-C), you can connect the keyboard to a computer and use the built-in USB audio interface. This supports stereo audio at 44.1 kHz and 16-bit. The USB TO DEVICE port (USB-A) allows you to connect a USB flash drive for saving and loading files. In addition, the keyboard features an AUX input, headphone jack, microphone input, and separate stereo outputs. There are also two foot pedal jacks, including support for sustain, articulation functions, and assignable controls. This allows you to control various functions with your feet while playing.

61 touch-sensitive keys and color display
The PSR-A700 features a keyboard with 61 touch-sensitive keys. The touch sensitivity is adjustable across five different levels, allowing you to tailor the keyboard’s response to your playing style. The central 4.3-inch TFT color display provides information about instrument sounds, accompaniment styles, effects, and other settings. The control buttons and controllers on the top panel give you access to the most important functions while you play. Weighing 8.1 kg, the keyboard is also easy to transport between home, rehearsals, and performances.

Yamaha PSR-A700 features:

• arranger keyboard with 61 touch-sensitive keys
• specially designed for Middle Eastern and Oriental music
• AWM Stereo Sampling sound generator
• 1,144 instrument sounds, 86 drum/SFX kits, and 480 XG sounds
• 306 Middle Eastern instrument sounds
• 44 Middle Eastern drum kits
• 226 Super Articulation Voices
• 25 MegaVoices
• Maximum polyphony of 128 voices
• 473 automatic accompaniment styles
• 279 Middle Eastern accompaniment styles
• 448 Pro Styles, 15 Session Styles, and 10 DJ Styles
• 3 intros, 4 main variations, 4 fill-ins, a break, and 3 endings per style
• 4 One-Touch Settings per accompaniment style
• Style Creator for creating and editing accompaniments
• Scale Tune for Arabic and other alternative tunings
• 12 scale types and 5 memory locations for Scale Tune
• Crossfade Portamento for smooth pitch transitions
• Joystick for pitch bend and modulation
• 2 assignable real-time knobs
• Chord Looper with up to 8 stored chord sequences
• Approximately 700 MB of expansion memory
• Compatible with Yamaha Expansion Explorer
• 9 DSP effect blocks with 322 presets and 30 user settings per block
• 59 reverb presets and 30 user settings
• 106 chorus presets and 30 user settings
• Master Compressor with 5 presets and 30 user settings
• Master EQ with 5 presets and 30 user settings
• Part EQ for 27 parts
• Microphone effects with Noise Gate, Compressor, and three-band EQ
• Harmony, Arpeggio, Sustain, and Mono/Poly functions
• MIDI recorder with up to 16 tracks
• MIDI recording capacity of approximately 1 MB per song
• MIDI playback in SMF Formats 0, 1, and XF
• MIDI recording in SMF Format 0
• Compatible with XG, GM, and GM2
• 6 demo songs and 2 preset songs
• 257 Multi Pad banks, each with 4 pads
• Audio Link for Multi Pads
• Multi Pad Creator for custom pad settings
• 8 Registration Memory buttons
• Registration Sequence and Freeze
• Playlist function with up to 500 registrations per file
• USB Audio Player and Recorder
• WAV recording and playback at 44.1 kHz, 16-bit stereo
• Maximum audio recording time of 80 minutes per track
• Time Stretch, Pitch Shift, and Vocal Cancel
• USB audio interface with 44.1 kHz, 16-bit stereo
• Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless audio streaming
• Bluetooth A2DP profile with SBC codec
• 4.3-inch TFT color display with 480 x 272 pixels
• 5 adjustable touch sensitivity curves: Normal, Soft1, Soft2, Hard1, and Hard2
• Keyboard parts: Right 1, Right 2, and Left
• Supported chord recognition: Single Finger, Fingered, Fingered On Bass, Multi Finger, AI Fingered, Full Keyboard, AI Full Keyboard, and Smart Chord
• Song Creator and display of sheet music and lyrics
• Practice functions: Follow Lights, Any Key, Karao-Key, and Your Tempo
• Metronome with a tempo range of 5 to 500 BPM and Tap Tempo
• Transposition from -12 to +12 semitones
• Adjustable tuning from 414.8 to 466.8 Hz
• Approximately 20 MB of internal storage
• USB TO HOST: USB-C
• USB TO DEVICE: USB-A
• Headphone output: 6.35 mm stereo jack
• Microphone input: 6.35 mm mono jack
• AUX IN: 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
• Stereo Outputs: 2x 6.35 mm jacks (L/L+R and R)
• 2 assignable footswitch/pedal connections
• Built-in stereo speaker system with bass reflex port
• 2 built-in speakers (amplifier power: 2x 15 watts)
• Power adapter: Yamaha PA-300C, 16 V DC, 2.4 A
• Power consumption: 18 watts
• Automatic shut-off
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 99.3 x 40.4 x 14.3 cm
• weight: 8.1 kg

In thebox: user manual, music stand, PA-300C power adapter, and power cord

Optional accessories: Yamaha SC-KB650 carrying case, L-7B keyboard stand, FC4A/FC5 foot switches, FC7 expression pedal, and KS-SW100 subwoofer