Last night I posted a message on the Yamaha-psr-styles forum asking about the YST-MS50's as a potential "Christmas" present I could request from the Mrs for enhancing the PSR-2000. Some players have noted a dramatic improvement in sound with these speakers although some PSR-2000 owners have not been as impressed. Some players have suggested the Altec Lansing as a slightly higher priced, but better, option. I have hooked my system up to my stereo, but I don't know that the internal speakers in the 2000 aren't as good. Playing at home, I seldom put the volume above halfway. But I did notice last year when I played out in a crowded room for a Christmas party, it was necessary to put the volume up all the way in order to be heard. I do not regularly play out, so that it is not a criterion. But better sound would be nice. Any ideas or suggestions from they Synthzone crowd?

One other question dealt with what might be a good, strong portable bench. Bob Gelman suggested a chair he found at Ikea. Any suggestions would be welcomed.

Joe:

I assume you're thinking in a bench for playing keyboards... I like the benches made by QuikLok. Very robust, but the most sophisticated chairs are rather heavy. And they're not cheap. Check them at http://www.quiklok.com/ . I have and use a very basic bench when I seat, but there are comfortable chairs for those who alternate seat and stand positions.

-- José.

Hello Joe,

I have been using a drumkit stool with my keyboards for playing live for a few years. Works for me and folds away quite small for transporting. Should be available at any music shop that sells drumkits or on the web. Prices seem to range from £30-70.

Regards
Rich

If your interested I have a like new QUIK LOK D740 Rocket Throne as pictured on their web site... also includes attached optonal Foot Rest. http://www.quiklok.com/400x400/sku_D_740.jpg.

Folds up and is super strong, great for KB players. $75.00 takes it.

email me if interested

Dnj


[This message has been edited by Dnj (edited 11-18-2002).]

Thanks for the offer, DNJ. I checked out their web site and the weight limit on that chair is 250 lbs. I'm afraid I'll need something quite a bit stronger. They do have some 300 lbs benches and even a steel bench, capacity unstated.

Lets me out too, Donny. I need a man-sized stool.
DonM

How Big Are You Guys?!!!!!!! :>)

In my prime, I was 6' 5", 220. In my old age, 6' 5" 260. . . . and still growing.
DonM

Don,

maybe this is the right one?

Ha, ha, ha...!! Good one!
And cool chair, where ever it is!
Tom G.

Most scales only go up to 350. I'm above that.

I have a scale that talks to me. Last time I got on it said:
" Hey ! One at a time ! "

hahahahaaah...........Ba Da CHING!!!!!!!!!!

Hi Joe,
I have the YST-MS50's hooked up to my 9000pro. They came with the board otherwise I might have been tempted to go for something else BUT they are very good quality.

Even at quite high volumes there is no distortion provided you don't go too mad with the bass on the sub. Better than a lot of other speakers I have had in the past.

If you want to know anything more specific then give me a shout
best wishes
Tony W

PS Dave:
Nice to see even you pro's practice your scales (I know.....so weak!)

I've always thought very highly of the 'strength' of this board ..... but now I know thanks must go to Nigel for creating what must be the STRONGEST board on the 'net .... I am happy to note that while I can hold my own (not weight of course, I'm not THAT strong ) I am only one of the big guys around here ..... Hey, DonM, you've got me 3 inches in height, but I've got you in weight .... at 6'5'', 260 you're close to down-right slim ... .... but Joe, you've got me beat .....
UD ..... keep that scale AWAY from ME !!!
t.

According to the PSR-2000 specs, the two speakers in the keyboard produce 12w each. The YST-MS50 has two 20w speakers plus the 40w subwoofer for a total of 80w. The Altec Lansing 621 have two speakers with 45w each plus the 53w subwoofer for 143w total. It looks like the YST is stronger than the internal speakers and the Altec even stronger than that! The Altec lists for $149, but the lowest price is $85. Amazon has it for $108 w/free shipping. I guess I'll have to pass this information on to my wife!