Yamaha YDP-S31 Digital Piano MIDI Data List

This document provides information on the MIDI data format and control methods for the YDP-S31 digital piano, making it useful for those familiar with MIDI or using a computer to control music hardware.


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Brand
Yamaha
Category
Digital
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
6
File format
PDF
File size
64 KB
Published
11 June, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
Model
YDP-S31
MD5 checksum
05F7497E9247472F5616C022212EBDE7

About this manual

This document serves as a technical reference for controlling the Yamaha YDP-S31 digital piano via computer-generated MIDI messages. It provides specific data formats and parameter ranges for standard MIDI functions such as note triggering, volume control, damper settings, and program selection.

The guide also covers advanced System Exclusive (SysEx) messaging protocols used by Yamaha, including Universal Realtime Messages, General MIDI Mode On commands, XG Standard Native Parameter Changes, and Digital Piano specific formats. It includes tables mapping parameter addresses to their corresponding functions like Master Tune, Reverb types, and Multi-part effects.

What's inside

  • MIDI Data Format
  • Note On/Off Control
  • Control Change Parameters
  • Program Change Numbers
  • Pitch Bend Change
  • System Realtime Messages
  • Universal System Exclusive
  • XG Standard Messages
  • Digital Piano MIDI Format
  • MIDI Parameter Tables

Specifications

Product TypeDigital Piano
Master Tune Range-50 to +50 cents

Frequently asked questions

What is the data format for Note On events?

The data format is [9nH] — [kk] > [vw], where n is the channel number, kk is the note number, and vw is the velocity.

How do you turn on General MIDI mode?

Send a Universal Non-Realtime System Exclusive message with Sub-ID #1 as General MIDI Message and Sub-ID #2 as General MIDI On.

What happens if a MIDI reception error occurs?

The damper, sostenuto, and soft effects for all channels are turned off, and an All Note Off event occurs.

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