Yamaha SY85 Music Synthesizer Owner's Manual

About this manual

The Yamaha SY85 is a music synthesizer featuring AWM2 tone generation technology with 30-note polyphony. It includes a large-capacity waveform ROM and expandable RAM to support high-quality samples. The instrument offers extensive real-time control capabilities, allowing users to modify up to eight parameters while playing.

What's inside

• Getting Started
• Selecting And Playing Voices
• The Performance Mode
• Voice Editing & Effects
• The Sequencer
• Data Management

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum number of notes the SY85 can play simultaneously?

The synthesizer supports 30-note polyphony.

How many voices and performance combinations are stored in the internal memory?

The internal memory holds 256 individual voices and up to 128 performance combinations.

What is the maximum recommended length for MIDI cables connecting the SY85?

You should avoid using MIDI cables longer than about 15 meters to prevent data errors.