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Free App, MiniDexed, Puts 8 DX7s On A $35 Raspberry Pi

Here’s an in-depth look at MiniDexed, an open-source synth DIY project that lets you run 8 instances of DEXED, a free Yamaha DX7 emulator, on a Raspberry Pi.… Read More Free App, MiniDexed, Puts 8 DX7s On A $35 Raspberry Pi

April 17, 2022April 17, 202216 Comments

Yamaha CS-80 – The Ultimate Synthesizer

Here’s an overview of the Yamaha CS-80’s synthesis capabilities, history of Yamaha’s CS synths in the ’70s and audio demos.… Read More Yamaha CS-80 – The Ultimate Synthesizer

January 14, 202225 Comments

Retro Sequencing With The First MIDI Sequencers Of Roland, Yamaha & Korg

“It’s very cumbersome to use…..and I love it!”… Read More Retro Sequencing With The First MIDI Sequencers Of Roland, Yamaha & Korg

December 8, 20211 Comment

Yamaha CS-50 Vintage Synth Review

The Yamaha CS-50 is the 4-voice sibling of the 8-voice Yamaha CS-60 and CS-80 synthesizers.… Read More Yamaha CS-50 Vintage Synth Review

August 12, 2021August 12, 20215 Comments

Secrets Of The Yamaha CS-80 Synthesizer

In this video, Bell Tone Synth Works founder Alison Stout takes an in-depth look at the technology behind the preset, memory, and panel sound selection works in legendary Yamaha CS-80 synthesizer.… Read More Secrets Of The Yamaha CS-80 Synthesizer

April 15, 20218 Comments

Yamaha Announces Free Update For YC Series Stage Keyboards

Yamaha today announced YC OS v1.1, a free OS update for its YC Series Stage Keyboards that adds new features and more Voices.… Read More Yamaha Announces Free Update For YC Series Stage Keyboards

January 14, 2021January 14, 2021Leave a comment

Yamaha Intros YC73, YC88 Stage Keyboards Ahead Of 2021 NAMM Show

The new keyboards build on the design of the YC61, with keyboards tailored to the preferences of different types of performers….… Read More Yamaha Intros YC73, YC88 Stage Keyboards Ahead Of 2021 NAMM Show

January 14, 2021January 14, 20219 Comments

Aphex Twin’s Vintage Yamaha CS-5 Available On eBay

Producer Jason Amm (Solvent) let us know about a new eBay auction for a vintage Yamaha CS-5 analog monosynth that was previously owned by Richard D. James (Aphex Twin). Here’s what they have to say about it:

November 11, 2020November 11, 202010 Comments

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