Section V provides an overview of how Yamaha C5-series synthesizers operate. It defines what a synthesizer is, distinguishing it from electric organs by explaining that synthesizers offer infinite adjustable sounds rather than just presets. The text details the polyphonic capabilities of the CS-50 (4 notes) and CS-60 (8 notes).
| Polyphony CS-50 | 4 notes simultaneously |
|---|---|
| Polyphony CS-60 | 8 notes simultaneously |
| Output Voltage (HIGH) | 0.775 volts average |
Synthesizers usually offer no presets or very few, providing infinitely adjustable sounds, whereas organs typically offer a wide variety of preset sounds.
The CS-60 allows you to play 8 notes simultaneously.