Yamaha PSR-E483

The Yamaha PSR-E483 is a 61-key keyboard for players who want to practice at home as well as play live. This model combines a touch-sensitive keyboard with a large number of sounds, accompaniment styles and direct control options. With its clear layout, powerful built-in speakers and extensive connections, the PSR-E483 is suitable for beginners, advanced players and performers seeking more control.

• 61 touch-sensitive keys
• 860 sounds including Super Articulation Lite Voices
• 345 accompaniment styles for a complete band experience
• Live Control Knobs, Motion Effects and pitch bend for real-time control
• USB audio recording and direct connection to PA or computer

With 860 sounds, including Super Articulation Lite Voices, play realistic pianos, organs, strings, synths and instruments from various musical cultures. The 345 accompaniment styles provide a complete band experience, while features such as Auto Chord Play, Live Control Knobs and pitch bend give your playing extra expression. This makes the PSR-E483 suitable for practicing, composing, jamming and performing.

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Sounds and Accompaniment
The PSR-E483 features an extensive sound library with AWM Stereo Sampling and 64-note polyphony. Super Articulation Lite Voices add details such as string sounds and breathing, making sounds respond more naturally to your playing. With 345 styles ranging from pop and rock to dance and world music, you can easily play complete arrangements. Auto Chord Play plays preset chord progressions so you can focus on melody and solos.

Effects and Performance
The DSP effects block contains 41 DSP1 and 12 DSP2 effects, complemented by reverb, chorus and master EQ. The Motion Effect knobs switch effects on or off directly while playing. The two Live Control Knobs give real-time control over sound parameters, and the pitch bend lets you add expression to leads and solos. The built-in looper and Quick Sampling function allow you to capture musical phrases and play them instantly.

Record and connect
Via the USB Audio Recorder, you record your playing directly as a WAV file. MIDI and audio connection via USB make pairing with computer or tablet easy. There is also a microphone input with vocal effects, an AUX input and L/R outputs for connecting to a PA system. The built-in speakers deliver 6W + 6W of power for clear and powerful sound both at home and on small stages.

Yamaha PSR-E483 features:

• 61 touch-sensitive keys
• 860 sounds including 15 Super Articulation Lite Voices
• 64-note polyphony
• 345 accompaniment styles
• DSP effects: 41 DSP1 + 12 DSP2, reverb, chorus, master EQ
• Auto Chord Play with 100 chord progressions + 10 user
• Live Control Knobs and pitch bend
• Motion Effects, looper and Quick Sampling
• USB Audio Recorder (WAV 44.1 kHz / 16-bit)
• microphone input with vocal effects
• L/R outputs for PA connection
• built-in speakers 6W + 6W
• dimensions: 992 x 404 x 136 mm
• weight: 7.0 kg (without batteries)

Difference between Yamaha PSR-E483 and PSR-E583:
The PSR-E583 features 890 sounds, compared to 860 sounds on the PSR-E483. In addition, the PSR-E583 offers more Super Articulation Lite Voices, making instruments respond to your playing in even more detail. You'll notice this difference especially with solo instruments and expressive parts. When it comes to sound, the PSR-E583 also delivers more. At 12W + 12W, the built-in amplification is significantly more powerful than the PSR-E483's 6W + 6W, providing more volume and headroom. This makes the PSR-E583 more suitable for use in larger rooms or during performances.

In terms of controls, the PSR-E583 offers additional expression options thanks to the addition of a modulation wheel. This allows you to further shape sounds in real time. In addition, this model supports a volume foot controller, giving extra control while playing. These features are missing from the PSR-E483.

Due to more powerful amplification, the PSR-E583 is slightly heavier than the PSR-E483. In return, you get a keyboard that is better equipped for live situations and players who want maximum control.

Summary:
The PSR-E483 is an excellent choice for home use and practice, while the PSR-E583 stands out with more tones, more expression and a more powerful sound for live applications.