The Yamaha DGX-670, shown here in its black version, combines the qualities of a digital piano with the versatility of a home keyboard. Pianists will appreciate the meticulously recorded CFX grand piano sound, which not only sounds excellent thanks to Virtual Resonance Modelling (VRM) and a Stereophonic Optimiser, but also features an 88-key Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) keyboard with adjustable touch sensitivity. What is more, the keyboard offers a large selection of instruments as well as the "Adaptive Style" feature, which automatically analyses in real time how the piano is being played and arranges the accompaniment to suit the mood of the music. For example, when playing with more intensity, Adapative Style ramps up the accompaniment, while when switching to a mellower mood, the accompaniment is toned down. The Smart Chord, Unison, and Accent functions also open up a wider array of expressive capabilities.
The Yamaha DGX-670 B's keyboard has a rich polyphony of 256 voices, which can be used to play a total of 630 sounds. In addition to the CFX grand piano, a wide range of acoustic and electric instruments, synth sounds, and drums are available, in addition to which each sound can be enhanced with reverb, chorus, and DSP FX as well as master and part EQs. The accompaniment section offers 263 styles of traditional and modern music genres, divided into eight style categories, and there is space for 100 song presets as well as the option of importing standard MIDI files. Operation takes place via an array of dedicated buttons and a TFT colour display, which can also be used to display notes and lyrics. Audio can be played via the USB port as a WAV file, and users can mute the vocal track if they want to cover their favourite songs. What is more, users' own performances can be recorded to the keyboard's internal memory.
The Yamaha DGX-670 is suitable for ambitious beginners seeking to attain a certain level of technical ability over time. However, the DGX-670's GHS keyboard also makes it a good choice for advanced musicians who want to always have a highly dependable instrument available at home. For families with different musical needs, whether it be learning to play the piano, light entertainment, or playing more complex and demanding pieces, the DGX-670's flexible sound engine, large selection of styles, and high-quality keyboard matched to the best grand piano sound has got every scenario covered.
For decades, Yamaha has been one of the world's best-known manufacturers of musical instruments and audio technology. The Japanese company's long history began at the end of the 19th century with the harmonium. The product range has constantly expanded since then, which has made Yamaha one of the few manufacturers today to offer almost the entire range of existing musical instruments: From upright and grand pianos to guitars, wind instruments, and bowed string instruments and from drums and percussion to electronic keyboards and synthesizers. Yamaha is also a major force in the field of audio engineering as a manufacturer of mixing consoles, amplifiers, PA systems, and more. Yamaha's guiding principle is to combine traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology.
The quick and easy-to-use interface of the Yamaha DGX-670 is just as suitable for small performances as it is for rehearsals with other musicians. The styles and corresponding sections (drums, bass, chords) follow the automatically detected harmonies, and dedicated Style Control buttons allow for easy selection of style variations. If required, a microphone can also be connected to the DGX-670, and the keyboard supports beginners with tuition features and the Yamaha Chord Tracker app. As well as having the option of recording their performances in WAV audio file format, musicians can also check and edit the results afterwards and share the recordings with others via their computer.
For those looking to place the DGX-670 in a fixed location can use the matching L-300 stand. The LP-1 triple pedal unit will also blend in with the visual appearance of the keyboard and stand, or users can connect a simple sustain pedal. The DGX-670 can also be purchased as a complete set including a stand, pedal unit, and bench, and the keyboard is available in both black (B) and white (WH) versions.