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Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard
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61-key touch response keyboard with easy-to-use professional features.
The PSR-E453 is an all-around keyboard that is ideal as a starter instrument but also a robust alternative for experienced players who seek advanced features for their live performance and/or for their composing. Its powerful sound system boasts two 6W amplifiers and its wide range of features, controls, and connectivity make the PSR-E453 a long-lasting musical companion as you grow and hone your skills.
758 High-Quality Voices with 48-Note Polyphony
The PSR-E453 includes 758 high quality voices, ranging from acoustic to electric instruments, featuring 8 Sweet! voices and 3 Cool! voices which use Yamaha's advanced sampling technologies to capture the realism and specific characteristics of each sound. 48-note polyphony allows for the performance of complex passages without dropped notes.
Assignable Real-Time Control Knobs, DSP Effects, and Pitch Bend
Two assignable, real-time control knobs let you filter and adjust your sound just like an analog synthesizer. 10 brand new DSP effects can be assigned and controlled by the knobs for dynamic and expressive live performance. The Pitch Bend wheel adjusts the pitch of the sound bringing voices like the Guitar, Sax and Trumpet to life.
Connectivity with Audio and MIDI Capabilities
The PSR-E453 features audio transfer through the USB TO HOST terminal*. You can record your performance to your computer or smart device. Connecting to your iOS device adds a new dimension of MIDI control with apps. Connect an external audio player to the AUX IN jack and you can play along with your favorite tunes. The built-in, advanced Melody Suppressor lowers the volume of vocals and melody lines of the original recordings, leaving that part open for you to play**. *For iOS device connection, refer to the "iPhone / iPad Connection Manual" **Depending on the song, the volume of the melody part may not be affected.
Create Your Own Grooves
The Pattern function puts a wealth of powerful loops and beats at your fingertips, allowing you to instantly create dynamically varied music on the fly like a DJ. And, for even more authentic performance, try the Crossfade and Retrigger functions.
Arpeggio Function
Tap into instant inspiration with the Arpeggio function, which has been improved for smoother playability. Hold Mode and Allocated key-range free your hands, allowing you to improvise over the pattern. The 150 Arpeggio patterns adjust and morph around the notes and chords you play on the keyboard allowing for almost limitless creativity.
Keyboard
Number of keys: 61 Key
Action: Touch Response
Key size: Full
Aftertouch / Velocity: Velocity Sensitive
Key Type: Piano-style
Sounds
Number of voices: 237
Polyphony (max): 48-note
Layers: Yes
Split: Yes
Connectivity
AUX input: Yes
MIDI Connectivity: USB
Line output: No
Line input: No
USB Connectivity: Yes
Headphone jacks: 1
Pedal inputs: 1
Storage type: USB
Expandability available: No
Onboard Features
Recording/Playback Yes
Accompaniment styles: 220
Preset songs: 10
Display: LCD
Effects: Yes
Built-in speakers: Yes
Pitch bend/Modulation: Pitch bend
Other controls: Not applicable
Effects
Reverb: Yes
Chorus: Yes
Delay: No
Equalizer: Yes
Arpeggio: Yes
Other: Yes
Other
Width: 37.25"
Height: 5.5"
Depth: 15"
Weight: 14.9 lb.
Power adapter: Sold separately
Batteries: 6 x AA
Stand or bench included: Sold Separately
Make the PSR-E453 your toolbox for making powerful music!
Review Snapshot
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (5)
- Good audio (5)
- Portable (5)
- Responsive / good action (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Learning (4)
- Accompaniment (3)
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Pros
- Excellent Build Quality
- Good Feel To The Keyboard
- Great Sounds
Cons
- Only One Audio Output
Best Uses
- Teaching To Performing
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
This is an amazing board. I have been buying Yamaha keyboards for more than 15 years and frankly, this board is the best overall combination of price and performance in a 61 note arranger keyboard that I have ever experienced, and I owned Mofif boards, PSR910, PSR750, PSR3000, and many other higher end boards. But the sounds on this board approach the quality of even the much higher priced yamaha boards. I also own a Korg PA3X, which I like a lot, but it is not worth more than 15 times the price of the E453. I also recently purchased the new PSR EW400 for a ministry that I work with and it is also an incredible board for the price. The only thing that I would change about the E453 is the audio output ... give it the same Left//Right outputs as the EW400 ... which would allow both the internal speakers of the E453 and the external speakers to be used at the same time
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Aux In More Plyphony
- Live Control
- Shape
- Speakers
Cons
- Display Screen
- Led Lights
Best Uses
- Live Performances
- Studio Recording
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
This IS most Awesome keyboard every
with the high power amplifying speakers and increased polyphony numbers it is just amazing
the only thing would be if they add real sounds instead of midi samples
- Was this a gift?:
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Portable
- Pre-programmed music
- Realistic Sound
- Responsive / Good Action
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Concerts
- Electronic Music
- Learning
- Travel
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
I love this because it very easy to carry for a woman and the sound output is amazing!
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Portable
- Pre-programmed music
- Realistic Sound
- Responsive / Good Action
- Touch Sensitive Keys
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
Its got a lot of features that will keep me busy for years.
Pros
Cons
- Hiss is in the sound samples.
Best Uses
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
Part 2. Have played out a few times through a pa and also amplifiers. By itself it is ok but has no eq to adjust the different sounds. Through my processor Boss ME 80 the hiss is amplified and is very noticeable.
Sounds the same as the old Yamaha MM6 which I returned after one day for the same reason. My MO 6 was perfectly quiet but has been sold for the second time so probably won't be able to get it back now. Also, headphones out only so a stereo to mono adaptor with resistors to eliminate phase cancellation is required to get both sides of any sound to be amplified or recorded. Great by itself for practice and fun. Definitely Not a pure sounding performing board when amplified.
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Learning
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
I bought this keyboard as a replacement for an older Yamaha PSR series keyboard. It has a lot of the same sounds that the earlier one but a lot more also. This is a good keyboard for overall general purpose sounds and accompaniment. I am using this so that I can lay down keyboard pads for recordings that I do.
Pros
- Portable
- Touch Sensitive Keys
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Electronic Music
- Learning
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
It takes some time to get use to all of the features, keep the owners manual you will need it. OVerall it seems like a good bargain. Lots of features and lots of sounds.
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
Removed my boss me 80 and played through a boss odb 3 pedal for eq purposes. With this setup the keyboard sounds fine, no amplified hiss and completely acceptable through my amplifier. Believe the noise level of the me 80 was adding to the noise floor. Effects of the keyboard are alright. The overdrive does not add hiss to the tones, the rotary effect is a little thin. Still recommend this keyboard and I am a long time user of psr boards for home practice. Should be just fine through a pa and amplifier.
Pros
- Realistic Sound
- Responsive / Good Action
Cons
Best Uses
- Concerts
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
I've only had a little time to try my 453 but the sound is fabulous. The styles and voices so great. Yamaha has hit one out of the ballpark! It is a joy to have this.
Pros
- Easy to add music from a smartphone
- Easy to Use
- Realistic Sound
- Responsive / Good Action
Cons
Best Uses
- AT HOME RECREATION
- Learning
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
I bought this keyboard to "Jam" with my new banjo. The deal maker was the free headphones, which silence the keyboard when plugged in, just right for use at our condo. I give it 5 stars for the build quality, multiple good tones and ease of adding music via smartphone or computer. For the Yamaha marketers reading this review; It's time to design a micro USB connection or better yet a wireless smartphone connection. YEEE HA !
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Portable
- Realistic Sound
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Yamaha PSR-E453 61-Key High-Level Portable Keyboard:
Bought this board to replace a psr e403 which had an annoying processing high pitched buzz in the headphone output when plugged into an amplifier or effects module. This board has just a tiny bit of white noise that barely needs a noise gate. It also has the new effects feature which is very nice. The rotary effect is what I really wanted and it is ok but not stellar. Going into my boss me80 it is entirely acceptable and into my combo amp also entirely acceptable. Will gig with it new years eve soon. Great piece.
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