Yes, the PA3X keys are semi-weighted. I wish they were lighter. Eventually I may HAVE to change to something lighter but for now I can live with it. Them seem very similar to T4, Audya, G70, etc.
I'm sure there are some differences that piano players might feel, but not so much for me, as best I recall about the others.
DonM

I always thought the PSR keys were a few steps behind the Tyros series, which led me to believe that even Yamaha considers them to be of a lesser build quality. They put the better action and stronger keys on their top line gear. I like light and fast, but I never liked the PSR "feel". I could own and get used to a Tyros if it had built in speakers and triggered chords like the Korg does, but in it's present state - I am not a contender for a T-anything.

Since you are obviously pleased with the PA3x (and who wouldn't be) have you considered the PA-900? It weighs only about 24 lbs and even has speakers.

Perhaps Dave could tell you/us if there is a big difference, if any, between the PA3X and PA-900 keyboards, and would it be worth the change...when you are ready, of course.

Ian

That is certainly an option.
DonM

As many of you may recall, I was in love with the PA3x .. all except for the lack of speakers. I think is was cosmetically, my favorite layout and great key feel, screen placement etc was a perfect fit for me. The 900 feels about 80-90% the same as the 3x .... just a tad lighter, if anything, but not much. All the essentials are in the 900, but if you had to miss something:
1) mic input (XLR) and better harmonizer
2) sliders
3) multi outs for better mixing
4) more mastering choices

For the way I use a KB, the 900 is better suited, as the speakers become as important as a band member to me when I am in tight spaces (which is ALOT). Don would make a 900 sing, and he'd be comfy the first night on it.

Unless what has been revealed so far is incorrect, the listed weight of the Tyros5-61 is slightly less than that of the Tyros4.

Here are the latest specs listed for both 61 note models:

Tyros4 ......14.5 Kg (~32.0 lbs.)

Tyros5-61 ...14.0 Kg (~30.9 lbs.)

Ian

Just seven (yes, seven) more days...until the big show...

Ian

I dont have a TYROS but how often to Yamaha come out with a new Tyros? Every three years or so? I have been using KORG and my last Yamaha was the PSR9000 when it was first released. I my take a look at the T5! I am still on the KORG PA1X and might time for an upgrade.

hmmm .... funny, This thread is called "Tyros 5 info" but it is mainly filled with posts about other brand instruments where people promote their current ones

I have noticed that the yamaha Australian site has not updated with the proposed event of Tyros 5. Wonder if we are going to be a late inclusion for delivery?