YAMAHA DEBUTS DGX203, DGX305 AND DGX500 PORTABLE KEYBOARDS

(Yamaha | Posted 2004-01-29)

ANAHEIM, CA—Yamaha announces the Winter NAMM 2004 debut of the DGX203, ýDGX305 and DGX505 portable keyboards. The new entries represent part of a complete ýoverhaul of the Yamaha DGX line, and are targeted to the first-time buyer in the market ýfor a piano-oriented product.ý

All three models will be available in June and feature 32 notes of polyphony; ý a 6-track sequencer for recording, built-in speaker systems, a large selection of onboard ýsongs and some of the best voices available today, including Yamaha’s XGlite/GM ývoices and ultra realistic Portable Grand function. The built-in, upgraded Yamaha ýEducation Suite (YES III) includes exercises, interactive lessons and the innovative ýý“Your Tempo” learning mode, which allows the user to learn songs by progressing at a ýsuitable rate and repeat any difficult sections. Also included is the intuitive Easy Song ýArranger, the fun Performance Assistant feature and more.ý

The 76-key DGX203 (MSRP $479.99) is an updated version of the Yamaha ýDGX202 and features USB connectivity for quick and easy connection to a computer and ýthe Internet. Users can add their own songs and content to the DGX203 via Flash ROM.ý ý“Music teachers will often recommend a 76-key instrument for learning to play ýthe piano because many entry-level piano pieces exceed the 5-octave/61-key limitation ýfound on other keyboards,” states Jim Presley, marketing manager, Yamaha Portable ýKeyboards. “The DGX203 works nicely for not only the beginner, but the advancing ýstudent as well. Simply connect the keyboard to your computer via USB and transfer any ýGeneral MIDI song file into the keyboard and the song will work with the Interactive ýlessons.”ý

The 76-key DGX305 (MSRP $599.95) is packed with features and functions that ýwill let the user enjoy music to its fullest, including 76 piano-sized keys, a large LCD ýLyric and Score display, SmartMedia® storage, USB connectivity and an extra-high ýquality piano voice. ý

ý“The keys and stereo grand sample really make the DGX305 a piano-focused ýunit,” states Mark Anderson, product manager, Portable Keyboards. “It’s perfect for ýcustomers that have contemporary tastes and a discerning ear who also want modern ýfeatures like SmartMedia and USB connectivity. With the Lyric and Scoring capability, ýyou can simply press the Score button and see the notation—even for the songs you’ve ýrecorded yourself.”ý The DGX505 (MSRP $899.95) has all the features of the DGX305, with the ýaddition of the look and sound of an acoustic piano: 88 piano-style keys, a wooden stand ýand side panels, sustain pedal and high-resolution piano sample.ý

ý“The DGX505 is not only a great package,” adds Presley. “It also provides an ýalternative to a large acoustic piano for customers that have space or cost limitations. The ýreal selling point of the DGX505 is not just about looks—it’s about the sound. The high-ýresolution stereo sample of a grand piano has a quality that must be heard to be ýappreciated. The discerning ear can tell the difference.”ý For more information on the DGX203, DGX305 and DGX505 portable ýkeyboards, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2004 in the Marquis Ballroom at the ýAnaheim Marriott Hotel; write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo ýDivision, Portable Keyboards, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) ýý522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com.ý

YAMAHA DEBUTS DGX203, DGX305 AND DGX500 PORTABLE KEYBOARDS

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