tyros 1 - any opinions

Does anyone think the T-1 can still cut it as a live machine? One has become available to me at a very good deal, and as I now have a new 76 note controller, I was thinking maybe a 61 note arranger might be better than the sd1 sitting on the stand, and easier to get to.
Its the one arranger I have not played, but the demos all sound good.
Any opinions?
Thanks

Dennis,

Lots of people stayed with the Tyros1, the appeal of the SA voices and FSX keyboard (and a few other goodies) on the Tyros2 not being enough incentive to make the change.

They seem quite content with their decision according to what I've seen on the Yamaha forums.

It still has Mega voices, plenty of great styles, but it still uses the floppy drive, although you can install a HD if you wish.

The demos do not do it justice...you have to hear the Mega voices "live" to really appreciate them...they make quite a difference in the styles.

Ian

There are also tons of styles available, and a great support network for this instrument.

The Tyros 1 is an excellent keyboard. You should be able to get one for what the S900 goes for or possible less. I wish I would have kept mine along with the T2.

Scott
http://ScottLMusic.com

Prior to my getting the SD-1 I owned a Tyros 1. It is still a top of the line board and could be used anywhere. I just like the sound of Ketrons better so I sold it.

Tom

Of COURSE it can still "cut it"! The fact that there is something newer out there doesn't make an existing board sound or work any different than it did before.

Thanks for the replies so far.
Marck, I wasn't saying it couldn't just I have never used one so I was asking opinions.
Thanks though, it must be pretty good for you to reply in that manner. So it's all good!
Cheers
Dennis

Dennis,

If you are fortunate enough to procure the T1 at a good price, take the time to learn the board's intricacies and you'll be amazed at how great it sounds and all the wonderful features it holds. If you need the answers to difficult questions about the board's OS and other features, check out www.psrtutorial.com where you'll find a huge source of information and some very nice folks to help you through the tough parts.

Good Luck,

Gary

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Travlin' Easy

Thanks Gary.
I will do that. I am pretty sure I will go ahead with the purchase. The price I am getting it for is about $1300 US which I think is pretty fair as it is in perfect condition.
Cheers
Dennis

Just goes to show yet again, that one should test keyboards with their own ears.
For quite some time I have been put off even trying a tyros because of the demos, and the opinions of others.
Well that was a mistake, the tyros arrived today and I have got to say I am impressed by both the sound and the operational capability.
The only proviso is the keybed is too small and very "airy fairy" for me, but with a 76 note controller it works very well. I have note got into the harmoniser section yet, as I have been spoiled by the Korg and Ketron harmonisers, but I only really use them mostly for doubling and the odd 2 part harmony, so I dont think I will be missing too much.
I will get into programming it and setting it up fro me over the next few days and get it out to gigs. It's a keeper for me, and at the price (1195 US) an absolute bargain.
Cheers, and thanks for all the thoughts provided by others on this thread.

Dennis


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Dennis,

Fantastic bargain for the T1--wish I would have known about it first.

One of the first things I recommend is setting the global EQs using the mixing console. You will find 2 user areas where EQs can be edited and stored. The 5-band Global EQ will really bring the keyboard to life. Try setting them at 4, 3, 2, 4, 8 and let us know how it sounds.

Good luck,

Gary

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Travlin' Easy

I must say, Gary, those EQ settings work very nicely on my S900.

Thanks,

Ian

Thanks Gary, I will try that.
Dennis

I play a Tyros 1 and I absolutely love it. W would highly recommend it.

Ciao,

Joe

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Songman55
Joe Ayala

A further question. Does anyone know if the Behringer FCB 1010 multiswitch footpedal will work properly with the Tyros? The yamaha mfc-10 is still very expensive and hard to find.
Thanks
Dennis

My 2 cents worth -

Of course the Tyros I can still cut it, and so can most TOTL arrangers from the past 15 years. Some may not be cutting edge technology, but it all boils down to musicianship. How good are you? Can you play, entertain. The keyboard is your medium. As long as you are satisfied with the keyboard's ability to translate your performance, then it is a viable keyboard.

Despite all the back and forth bickering here on the SZ, I think we all sincerely know that all/any TOTL arrangers are monsters in their own right.