Can you recommend?

[tdavey980]

HELP!!

i am starting back gigging as a solo artist,

Was thinking about purchasing a PSR-S900.

what do you recommend to use for small gigs in bars?
Timmyjohn

[growe]

Hi Timmy,
Give us some more information like:- Do you use backing sequences (midi files)? Or play the keyboard styles? Are you instrumentalist or vocalist? Is the weight to carry an issue?
Will you be taking out a PA system with you? Let us have more information and I will let you have my humble opinion, for what it's worth.

Best Regards,
Gordon.

[acre]

Hi Timmy!

Welcome back to the wonderful world of gigging. I use the Tyros II and CP-33 Pro Stage piano. I play in several bands but my buddy and I have been doing duet work for about 10 years now. That style of venue is where the Tyros II must really shine. The S900 is supposed to be a slightly lesser model of the Tyros II and from what I hear, it's a winner. The only thing I can suggest is whether you're running song, MIDI or style files, run in stereo. I've heard some great players in my 17 years on stage and they often come out with their mono keyboard amps and newer style keyboards. Not really a great sound. I'm a competent player but I figure I get a fair amount of work because I have excellent gear. Modern keyboards are designed to be run in stereo. Luckily, the speakers for such tasks today have gone from 80 pounds down to about 35. Great for us older guys. Hope this helps.....Lee

[tdavey980]

Thank You for your advice,

I work as a vocalist and was hoping to play files through the keyboard. Using a small PA ,

I am limited to what i can carry as i only have a small car,

will let you know how i get on!!

TimmyJohn

[thingyy]

First impressions count.Make sure you get a good mix. Good luck.

[growe]

Hi Timmy,
Ok, now we have some criteria, the choice of keyboard now comes down to sound preferences, ease of use and size/weight, plus cost of course. Try to audition some that have been mentioned like the Yamaha Tyros 2 or Korg PA800/PA500 some of which will be down to the various functions each will appeal to you. The Korgs do have built in speakers (for monitoring) and you can utilise the mic inputs for vocal enhancements etc. saving the songs in a gig list mode and also keeping the PA side just giving sound reinforcement. I find the guitar sounds to edit the midis on the Korg PA800 very lively and realistic. (again personal opinion) with costs less than the Tyros for example. Good Luck in your quest.
Regards,
Gordon.

[bobsynth]

I recommend using a Ketron Midjay module, (It's what I use) with a good keyboard controller. You can hear it at my web site.
www.BobHughesMusic.net, and learn about it's specs and near demos at www.Ketron.it. In my opinion Ketron has the best sounds.

[JazzCat]

A laptop running MIDI files that you edit for the best sound and the itty bitty Ketron SD2 Orchestral Wizard would also do the trick for you, unless you need a keyboard in front of you to 'fake playing'. (Yes, I've seen plenty of people doing that)
You can also kearn about the SD2 at the Ketron site.... but not much. asking users and you'll get more that Ketron says.

[midwaysue]

Hi
I use my Technics 7000 its brilliant and its easy to programme. I prefer to use the NX sound system I find it very easy. And the microphone fits straight into the back for the mic effects pickup (which you can alter to suit) Thats my opinion anyway, enjoy!