Yamaha BK-20A Electone User Manual


Yamaha BK-20A Electone User Manual - cover page
Brand
Yamaha
Category
Musical instruments
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
28
File format
PDF
File size
1.9 MB
Published
13 June, 2012
Updated
13 June, 2012
Model
BK-2
MD5 checksum
E57E803C966B90D16B7D3F258E80659D

About this manual

This manual provides instructions for the Yamaha Electone BK-20A, a musical instrument featuring three keyboards: an upper manual, a lower manual, and pedals. It details the layout of the keys and pedals, explaining the traditional keyboard method and the specific arrangement of the 44-key manuals and 13-pedal section.

The guide explains the operation of the Tone Lever System, which allows for precise control over instrument voices (such as Flute, Brass, and Strings) across the upper, lower, and pedal sections. It covers the use of harmonic levers, effect controls like Tremolo and Reverb, and the Auto Rhythm Section. Additionally, the document lists numerous preset combinations for various musical styles, including Classical, Jazz, Rock, and Novelty sounds.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Keyboards
  • Tone Levers
  • Tone Levers Registration
  • Effect Levers
  • Upper Preset Tones
  • Effect Controls and Selectors
  • Sound-in-Motion Tremolo
  • Auto Rhythm Section
  • Auto Bass/Chord System

Specifications

Upper Manual Levers9 voices
Pedal Voices2 voices

Frequently asked questions

What voices are available for the pedal section?

The pedal section provides control for 2 voices.

How many keys are on the upper and lower manuals?

The upper manual has 44 keys and the lower manual has 44 keys.

How many pedals are included in the instrument?

The instrument includes 13 pedals.

How many voices are controlled by the tone levers for each section?

There are 9 voices for the upper manual, 5 voices for the lower manual, and 2 voices for the pedals.

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