Registered: 06/10/00
Posts: 624
Loc: Allentown, PA, USA
Not much talk about the new yammie. What's up? Not impressed? Old hat? Are they not very available? I would like to be reading more from those with experience. Seems to me that the fact it has some of the better SA tones, that is would be a real winner.
First off its a mix of 3k/T2 in a way that has been talked about for years already.....aside from not many people having one yet due to its new release, & not many new styles. Besides the inclusion of SA voices & a few little changes would result in not that much Buzz versus a New concept design with exciting new features that will lift the spirit & create the "I Gotta have that Keyboard " scenario. most S900 buyers are just wanting to replace their 3k or might fall into the "I always wished I had a T2" category. I personally didn't fall for it after much research & hands on T2 experience resulting in myself jumping ship on Yamaha after many years, But I wont rule out the future although Yammy will really have to step up their game for me to even consider another unit. I want to wish all new S900 users good luck & if I can help you just email me.
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Registered: 06/10/00
Posts: 624
Loc: Allentown, PA, USA
Thanks, again, Donny. You're making a lot of sense. I am probably one of those who would like to have the features of the T2 but don't want to spend those big (over-priced) bucks. The 3000 (which I own) offers plenty of bang for the buck and I'm thinking the S900 will, too. As soon as I can sell the 3000, I'll have my sights set on the S900, unless something else catches my attention. Tim
Registered: 06/10/00
Posts: 624
Loc: Allentown, PA, USA
REALLY??? Well, Uncle Dave, if you're reading this, email me. Maybe we can do a deal...wouldn't be the first time you bought one of my toys! (And I'm right up the PA turnpike from you...)
Registered: 02/28/02
Posts: 30
Loc: West Hills, CA, USA
Well...Just bought my very first arranger - S900 from George. As usual, George takes the extra step in showing all the in's and out's of these arrangers. I'm one who keeps a keyboard for a long time. This S900 has everything and more than I'll ever use. Will keep me occupied for years to come. What a blast this unit is. Sounds and styles are just great. This unit is for the home...my passion is music and this arranger has it all for me.
I demoed and considered the Roland E60 and even the Korg PA800. The S900 really does it all and a great price from George to boot. These units are selling well...just need a few more folks (lurkers) like me to confess to owning one.
Mark...
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Well, i've had mine for a week today. It is my first serious arranger. I haven't posted about it because; 1, I already knew what it would sound like from all the tyros 2 demos. IT is a great sounding board, but nothing ground-breaking; that was the tyros 2 job. 2, in my case, it takes a bit longer to learn how it works because I cannot just guess how it will work by pressing buttons to see what happens. I have to memorize the sequence of button pushes to achieve a goal. And I haven't had a lot of time to devote to that. As I get more time and experience, I'm sure the comments and questions will start pouring in from me.
I think I'm going to enjoy creating my own styles. I think I can do a more authentic job in a couple of the genres than the default styles.