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Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Synthesizer Understanding Section V
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).
Read onlineYamaha CS-60 specifications
| Polyphony CS-50 | 4 notes simultaneously |
|---|---|
| Polyphony CS-60 | 8 notes simultaneously |
| Output Voltage (HIGH) | 0.775 volts average |
Source: Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Synthesizer Understanding Section V
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the main difference between a synthesizer and an electric organ?
Synthesizers usually offer no presets or very few, providing infinitely adjustable sounds, whereas organs typically offer a wide variety of preset sounds.
From: Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Synthesizer Understanding Section V
How many notes can the Yamaha CS-60 play at once?
The CS-60 allows you to play 8 notes simultaneously.
From: Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Synthesizer Understanding Section V
What is the function of the PWM control?
It adjusts the depth of Pulse Width Modulation, which changes the deviation in square wave duty cycle.
From: Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Synthesizer Technical Control Descriptions Section IV
How does the IL control affect the filters?
It lowers the initial filter cutoff points for both high pass and low pass filters when a note is first played.
From: Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Synthesizer Technical Control Descriptions Section IV
How many notes can the CS-50 and CS-60 play simultaneously?
The CS-50 enables you to play 4 notes simultaneously, while the CS-60 enables you to play 8 notes simultaneously.
From: Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Polyphonic Synthesizers Instruction Manual
What type of power outlet is required to operate the synthesizer?
You must plug the power cord into a suitable AC power outlet.
From: Yamaha CS-50/CS-60 Polyphonic Synthesizers Instruction Manual