KURZWEIL FORTE SE Stage piano-Workstation 88 keys

Stage piano-Workstation with 88 note fully-weighted hammer-action with velocity and aftertouch sensitive keys (Fatar TP/100LR). LCD display 240 x 64 pixels with adjustable contrast. 128 notes of polyphony, arpeggiator, multitimbral 16 parts / MIDI channel. 4 split / layer zones. SSD disk with 2GB samples sounds for direct loading. Includes new German and Japanese concert grand pianos and a great collection of sounds of PC-3, KVA series, KORE 64 with VAST technology. 256 factory, 1024 user, 100 multi and 1024 user multi, 3 band EQ with rotary switches on the front panel. Over 1000 complex effects and 16 total FX units. Pitch and modulation wheels, 9 sliding switches, 9 KB controllers. Sequencer 16 channels. Outputs 2 X 1/4 "balanced TRS analog (24-bit DACs). Stereo input 1/8" for insertion signal from various audio sources, headphone output, MIDI IN-OUT, 2 USB ports. Includes editor software and pedal sustain. Weight 18,5 Kg.

All specifications subject to change without notice.

With outstanding new keyboard technology, improved grand weighted action and expanded memory for the exclusive Nord Piano Library - the Nord Piano 3 takes piano feel and realism to a new level.

• 88-note Triple Sensor keybed with improved grand weighted action
• Nord Virtual Hammer Action Technology for greatly improved key response
• OLED-display for better overview
• 1 GB memory for Nord Piano Library
• 256 MB for Nord Sample Library
• Layer and split-functionality
• Nord Triple Pedal

• 4 Dynamic Curves
• Dynamic Pedal Noise with Nord Triple Pedal
• Advanced String Resonance (Gen 2)
• Soft Release

• Dedicated Sample Synth section with Attack, Decay/Release and dynamic controls

• All effects in Stereo
• Tube overdrive simulation
• Vibe effect
• Separate Reverb/Delay effects
• Tremolo, Pan, Ring-Mod and Wah-wah can be controlled with Control Pedal

Keyboard:     Next generation, 88-note, fully-weighted hammer-action, with velocity and aftertouch sensitive keys, featuring a quick release spring, striking an ideal balance of playability between piano type parts and synth/organ parts.
Display:     240 x 64 angled, backlit LCD w/ dedicated back panel brightness and contrast controls.
Polyphony:     128 Voice Polyphony, dynamically allocated, lightning fast performance.
Multitimbral:     16 parts (one per MIDI channel)
Architecture:     Dynamic VAST: Powerful synthesis engine, with user programmable DSP algs and routing. More DSP power than even our K Series instruments.

VA1 Inside: anti-aliasing, power-shaped oscillators and DSP processing from Kurzweil's VA1 concept synth, capable of delivering authentic analog emulations as well as incredibly complex new sounds.

Cascade Mode: lets the user route one layer through the DSP of any other layer within a program - up to 32 consecutive layers deep!
Sample Flash Memory:     128MB of re-loadable**, non-volatile, user flash ROM
(loaded samples stay in memory even after power cycle).

**Samples can be loaded via direct-USB connection and/or USB thumb-drive but are best loaded via USB thumb-drive as direct-USB capacities are limited.
File Compatibility:     In addition to loading all PC3 files, the PC3K can load both Wave and AIFF files. The PC3K can also load legacy Kurzweil .K files** from the K2000, K2500 and K2600 keyboards, including support for importing the majority of K Series keymap, program and setup data.

**Compatibility with K samples will be %100. Compatibility with K programs will be around 80%
Factory Presets:     Over 850 Stunning New Factory Presets, many of which use 10-20 layers, featuring samples from the PC2 Base Sound ROM, the Orchestral, Classic Keys, General MIDI set, PLUS new String Section ROM Bank. Also, 64+ new KB3 programs.
Factory MIDI Setups:     256 factory programmed MIDI setups. Up to 2048 user programmable MIDI setups, each with 16 independent zones, effects, triggerable pattern-based "Riffs" and arpeggiator settings. Dozens of user-editable patterns for both pitch and velocity.
General MIDI:     Standard
User ID Memory:     2048 locations for user created preset programs, songs and setups.
Sound ROM Expansion Slots:     1
Sequencer:     Unlimited tracks (on import); 960 PPQ resolution. Song editing functions include both event and track-based tools like quantize, swing, remap, controller scaling and more. Controller chasing and a global "set song length" functions are also featured.
Effects:     16 insert effects distributed over 11 busses, two auxiliary sends and two Master Effects (saved with each song and setup); featuring over 500 of our award winning effects - reverbs, delays, chorus, flange, phaser, EQs, distortions, Leslie simulators, compressors, and more.
Master FX Section:     User controllable master EQ section and master compressor for quick adjustments during live performance or putting the final touches on your studio mix. (These do not use up the insert effect resources.)
Controllers:     Pitch wheel, modulation wheel, 9 front panel sliders/drawbar controllers, 10 front panel switches (momentary or toggle, software selectable), 3 switch pedal input, 2 continuous control pedal inputs, mono pressure, Super Ribbon input, breath controller input. Controller values can be "captured" and stored as part of a program.
Arpeggiator:     16 full-featured independent arpeggiators with multiple latch modes, selectable play order, velocity, duration, tempo, and sync functions as well as pre-recorded beats and musical phrases.
Riffs:     16 unique "Riff" generators, used for triggering MIDI sequenced phrases, beats, or complete multi-track arrangements from notes on the keyboard and/or any on-board physical controller.
Analog Outputs:     Four 1/4" balanced TRS analog (24-bit DACs).
Headphones:     1 rear panel 1/4" headphone output.
Digital Outputs:     24-bit, stereo S/PDIF featuring 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192-kHz modes.
(externally clockable)
MIDI:     In, Out, Thru (hardware switchable to copy of MIDI Out).
USB Computer Port:     MIDI over USB. Also allows the PC3K to load and save data directly to and from a computer as well as perform OS updates.
USB Storage Port:     Supports USB thumb-drives for loading and storing samples, programs, setups, songs and QA banks. Can also be used for performing OS updates.
FREE OS Updates:     Flash ROM upgradeable via USB or thumb-drive.

PC3K8 Specifications
    PC3K8
Height:    (4.33“) (11.00 cm)
Depth:    (13.98“) (35.50 cm)
Length:    (54.33“) (138 cm)
Weight:    (54 lb.) (24.50 kg)
Power:     Internal AC power supply.
Selectable 120/240V AC operation.

Keyboard:     Fatar TP-8; 76-note semi-weighted action with velocity and aftertouch sensitive keys
Display:     240 x 64 backlit LCD w/ dedicated back panel contrast control
Polyphony:     64 Voice Polyphony, dynamically allocated, lightning fast performance
Multitimbral:     16 parts (one per MIDI channel)
Architecture:     PC3 sound engine, complete with anti-aliased VA oscillators and KB3 Mode. Select synth and effects parameters* can be accessed and adjusted via the PC3LE's front panel knobs and buttons - user settings can be captured and saved with a single button press. Supports loading PC3 programs

(*available parameters are predetermined and vary per program)
Factory Presets:     PC3 sound set, including Base ROM, Orchestral, Classic Keys, String Section, General MIDI set and over 70 KB3 programs with total of over 1000 programs
Factory MIDI Setups:     256 factory programmed MIDI setups. Up to 2560 user programmable MIDI setups, each with 16 independent zones, effects, triggerable pattern-based "Riffs" and arpeggiator settings. Dozens of user-editable patterns for both pitch and velocity
General MIDI:     Standard
User Memory:     2560 locations for user created preset programs, songs and setups
Sequencer:     16 tracks; 960 PPQ resolution. Song editing functions include both event and track-based tools like quantize, swing, remap, controller scaling and more. Controller chasing and quick "set song loop point" functions are also included
Effects:     10 insert effects distributed over 10 busses, two auxiliary sends; featuring over 500 of our award winning effects - reverbs, delays, chorus, flange, phaser, EQs, distortions, rotary speaker simulators, compressors, and more
Controllers:     Pitch wheel, modulation wheel, 5 front panel knobs (15 virtual knobs with a 3-tiered shift button), 7 front panel switches (12 virtual switches with a 2-tiered shift button), 2 switch pedal inputs, 1 continuous control pedal input and mono pressure. Controller values can be "captured" and stored as part of a program. In addition to all of these, the PCLE6 also features 8 backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads that can be used to trigger sounds, sequences, chords and arpeggiations
Arpeggiator:     16 full-featured independent arpeggiators with multiple latch modes, selectable play order, velocity, duration, tempo, and sync functions as well as pre-recorded beats and musical phrases
Riffs:     16 simultaneous "Riff" generators (used for triggering MIDI sequenced phrases, beats, or complete multi-track arrangments from notes on the keyboard and/or any on-board physical controller)
Analog Outputs:     Two 1/4" balanced TRS analog (24-bit DACs)
Headphones:     1 rear panel 1/4" headphone output
Digital Outputs:     24-bit, stereo S/PDIF at 48K (internal clock)
MIDI:     In, Out, Thru
USB:     Host port for connecting a USB thumb-drive and a Device port that allows the PC3LE to load and save data directly to and from a computer, perform OS updates and send/receive MIDI over USB
FREE OS Updates:     Flash ROM upgradeable via USB or thumb-drive

PC3LE7 Specifications
    PC3LE7
Height:    (5.00“) (12.70 cm)
Depth:    (14.50“) (36.83 cm)
Length:    (49.90“) (126.70 cm)
Weight:    (37.50 lb.) (17.00 kg)
Power:     Internal AC power supply
Automatic selection 90-250V AC operation

Keyboard:     Fatar TP-40L; 88-note fully-weighted hammer-action with velocity and aftertouch sensitive keys
Display:     240 x 64 backlit LCD w/ dedicated back panel contrast control
Polyphony:     64 Voice Polyphony, dynamically allocated, lightning fast performance
Multitimbral:     16 parts (one per MIDI channel)
Architecture:     PC3 sound engine, complete with anti-aliased VA oscillators and KB3 Mode. Select synth and effects parameters* can be accessed and adjusted via the PC3LE's front panel knobs and buttons - user settings can be captured and saved with a single button press. Supports loading PC3 programs

(*available parameters are predetermined and vary per program)
Factory Presets:     PC3 sound set, including Base ROM, Orchestral, Classic Keys, String Section, General MIDI set and over 70 KB3 programs with total of over 1000 programs
Factory MIDI Setups:     256 factory programmed MIDI setups. Up to 2560 user programmable MIDI setups, each with 16 independent zones, effects, triggerable pattern-based "Riffs" and arpeggiator settings. Dozens of user-editable patterns for both pitch and velocity
General MIDI:     Standard
User Memory:     2560 locations for user created preset programs, songs and setups
Sequencer:     16 tracks; 960 PPQ resolution. Song editing functions include both event and track-based tools like quantize, swing, remap, controller scaling and more. Controller chasing and quick "set song loop point" functions are also included
Effects:     10 insert effects distributed over 10 busses, two auxiliary sends; featuring over 500 of our award winning effects - reverbs, delays, chorus, flange, phaser, EQs, distortions, rotary speaker simulators, compressors, and more
Controllers:     Pitch wheel, modulation wheel, 5 front panel knobs (15 virtual knobs with a 3-tiered shift button), 7 front panel switches (12 virtual switches with a 2-tiered shift button), 2 switch pedal inputs, 1 continuous control pedal input and mono pressure. Controller values can be "captured" and stored as part of a program. In addition to all of these, the PCLE6 also features 8 backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads that can be used to trigger sounds, sequences, chords and arpeggiations
Arpeggiator:     16 full-featured independent arpeggiators with multiple latch modes, selectable play order, velocity, duration, tempo, and sync functions as well as pre-recorded beats and musical phrases
Riffs:     16 simultaneous "Riff" generators (used for triggering MIDI sequenced phrases, beats, or complete multi-track arrangments from notes on the keyboard and/or any on-board physical controller)
Analog Outputs:     Two 1/4" balanced TRS analog (24-bit DACs)
Headphones:     1 rear panel 1/4" headphone output
Digital Outputs:     24-bit, stereo S/PDIF at 48K (internal clock)
MIDI:     In, Out, Thru
USB:     Host port for connecting a USB thumb-drive and a Device port that allows the PC3LE to load and save data directly to and from a computer, perform OS updates and send/receive MIDI over USB
FREE OS Updates:     Flash ROM upgradeable via USB or thumb-drive

PC3LE8 Specifications
    PC3LE8
Height:    (5.00“) (12.70 cm)
Depth:    (14.50“) (36.83 cm)
Length:    (56.48“) (143.41 cm)
Weight:    (54.15 lb.) (24.56 kg)
Power:     Internal AC power supply
Automatic selection 90-250V AC operation

Providing the ultimate in acoustic and vintage electric piano tone and touch, the CP1 is Yamaha's flagship designed for the demanding pro.
 
 
The development of the new CP series started with the no-compromise CP1. This is a premium instrument with a commitment to both tradition and innovation. The core sound technology inside the new CP Series was completely re-designed from the ground up. A unique new Spectral Component Modeling tone generation system recreates the sound of acoustic and vintage electronic pianos more faithfully than anything else has ever done. This new technology responds to the player's touch allowing more creative expression than ever before possible. Yamaha even developed a special NW-STAGE wooden key action specifically to meet the demands of top pros. Simply put, this combination of touch and tone make the CP1 the most expressive stage piano that has ever been created.
 
 
A unique new SCM (Spectral Component Modeling) tone generation system faithfully recreates the 17 selected sounds of acoustic and vintage electronic pianos and responds to the player's touch to provide more creative expression than ever before possible. *The Spectral Component Modeling system starts with a fundamentally different tone generation system than Yamaha has ever used before. By combining Sampling and Modeling technology, it optimizes tone generation for each instrument so that every nuance of the player's touch is translated into expressive tone.
 
 
Using technology and experience from 100 of building Yamaha Acoustic Pianos, the new 88-key NW-STAGE wooden keyboard offers the perfect playability for stage performance . It minimizes keyboard vibration, and the synthetic ivory keytops feel great when your are playing. This keyboard technology effortlessly reproduces the true feeling of acoustic and electric pianos.
 

 
Allowing you to freely build your own acoustic and electric pianos by selecting different components of piano types, amplifiers, and effects, the Spectral Component Modeling technology makes easy work of recreating standard vintage sounds or realizing unique, original sonic palettes. With your instruments assembled, you can then adjust various parameters of the physical components like 'Hammer Stiffness' or 'Stiriking Position' to create an even more diverse range of exciting piano sounds.
 
 
Using the CP1's master-keyboard function, which has been specially crafted for use on-stage, up to four virtual zones can be setup on the keyboard and assigned to four different tone generators, including other MIDI instrument.
 
 

Each individual part of the CP1 was specifically designed to reflect Yamaha's commitment to making a timeless instrument with lasting value. The classic wooden side panels and the vintage textured top call up memories of legendary keyboards of the past. The brilliant vacuum florescent display, brushed aluminum volume knob and illuminated Yamaha logo reflect the state-of-the-art, cutting edge technology under the hood. The knobs, switches and intuitive user interface are all laid out for optimum ease of use in performance. All these design elements come together to make a stunning visual statement on stage.

Keyboard Type NW Stage Keyboard Number of Keys 88 Keys Sensitivity Yes Number of Voices 17 USB Capability Yes MIDI In/Out/Thru Polyphony 128 Production Technology Sounds SCM (Spectral Component Modeling) Effects Reverb, Master Equalizer, Modulation Effect Block, Power-Amplifier / Compressor Block Headphones Output Yes Inputs/ Outputs Foot Switch, Foot Controller, USB to Host/Device, Headphones Dimensions (W x H x D) 138 x 17.3 x 42 cm Weight 27.2 kg Color Black Accessories Power cord, Pedal unit, Illustrated Guide to the CP1 booklet, Owner's Manual, Data List booklet