How to use Yamaha Keyboard with DAW

This is full tutorial about connecting any Yamaha PSR Keyboard with a DAW software. We will perform full MIDI integration: song import, drums and voice mapping.
In detail this video is show you:
- How to create song with drums and style and record it in Yamaha PSR-S or PSR-SX keyboard
- How to use samples from Yamaha Keyboard to playback MIDI from DAW Software in real time
- How to use Multi channel recording do add another MIDI track with solo part
- How to record left hand and right on keyboard separately - in separate takes
- How to save song with drums and style into MIDI File
- How to copy song and open it in DAW Software - Steinberg Cubase
- What is Sys-Ex Data MIDI Track
- What is Chord Data and how Yamaha use it to store style information in general MIDI file
- How to import MIDI File (Song) into #Cubase DAW
- What is the difference in DAW and DAWLess in relation to sound engine
- How to integrate DAW and #Yamaha hardware Keyboard
- How to extend you Yamaha PSR #MIDI Editing options
- How to play midi file from DAW thru Yamaha PSR keyboard
Video about MIDI vs WAV and more detailing in MIDI multi - track recording is here:
• Playing & Recording mu...
If you wish to know how to connect your keyboard with USB MIDI
• How to setup USB MIDI ...
The compatible models with the DAW integration solution presented here includes:
Yamaha PSR-S670
Yamaha PSR-S770
Yamaha PSR-S950
Yamaha PSR-S975
Yamaha PSR-SX600
Yamaha PSR-SX700
Yamaha PSR-SX900
All Steinberg Cubase LE software tutorial could be found here:
• Cubase DAW tutorials
More videos about music theory
• Playing piano and keyb...

[@TechoNeko]

Thank you very much. Your videos have the information I've been searching for many years.

[@bamlfm5571]

As usual excellent video. Always learning a lot from your videos!!!!.... You are the best. Hugs from Mexico

[@vadimmartynyuk]

Too bad Steinberg / Yamaha didn’t make a plugin to select PSR’s voices inside of cubase

[@jorjajorjan3863]

Totally bad indeed. How can I use the sounds of Yamaha sx900 in a daw ? Only if I record them or is it a way to use the sounds of it in the daw?

[@stephenwood8460]

EXCELLENT! This is just the information I was looking for. And you are an exceptionally good teacher; anticipating the questions that one might have, then giving clear explanations. I look forward to seeing your other videos!

[@BBWalkerTV]

Great to hear that. Regards Stephen

[@ryandsouza-oq7wz]

Thanks very much - your videos are really helpful - I would like to have your input on another query - once I edit my Yamaha created midi song in Cubase like you did in the video- how do I then convert to audio wav file in Cubase for further mixing and adding vocals to create a backing track ? Additionally how do you save the edited midi file to play back on Yamaha ?

[@followyourpassion8378]

Probably the best tutorial on youtube for this topic. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

[@stefanb664]

very good explained.I like your style. Thanks

[@AKOSAH-MUSIC]

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[@BBWalkerTV]

Thank you for good word. Regards and please share my videos im socials. See you later

[@Lovestronaut]

im using psr e353 and it has no sustain when playing thru Usb/midi. any ideas how to add sustain to virtual instruments?

[@drashishmishra4695]

Hi. Thanks for the wonderful video.. can we install the keyboards virtual instruments into the DAWs virtual instruments so that we don’t have to connect the keyboard every time to listen and edit our song ? What’s the solution ?

[@modhiab]

Very helpful video. Thank you.

[@BBWalkerTV]

U are welcome Salem

[@Kalakul]

Hey Thanks for the video, can you pls tell, how can i bypass the procees of recording first in keyboard and copying to drive and then to DAW for further edits and recordings....rather then directly record all channels to the daw. is it possible ?

[@amoughaloho5732]

Well explained. Pls. I want to know if I can download and install Yamaha midi drivers into focusrite sound card?

[@josephyagappan1896]

Thank you..I will be glad to know ,how to edit this audio file in logic Pro..

[@gracestudio3453]

Hi BB. Thank you for all information you keep giving us. How can I install Yamaha psr sx700 voice list in cubase 12? Thanks

[@jorjajorjan3863]

How can I use the sounds of Yamaha sx900 in a daw ? Only if I record them or is it a way to use the sounds of it in the daw?

[@BGB770]

very interesting! respect... could you please make a video on how to add effects on the modulation wheel on the psr s 670 please?

[@BBWalkerTV]

Sure I can make it. Regards

[@BBWalkerTV]

This is a special video for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6ixaZeeaq6rnJY

[@ryandsouza-oq7wz]

Hi - I really liked your video - Do you have.a video that shows what set ups does one need to to do on the Yamaha PSR SX 900 to make the keyboard and DAW talk. I am not sure I understand the changes one needs to set on the keyboard before I can see digital keyboard in cubase . Additionally if I want to record the individual tracks asa audio tracks in the DAW after importing the midi files - what's the best way to do this such That the clock between the two is the same with no difference ?

[@jorjajorjan3863]

How can I use the sounds of Yamaha sx900 in a daw ? Only if I record them or is it a way to use the sounds of it in the daw?

[@abhinavb.s4930]

when I export this sequence , ther will be no sound how to solve this issue?

[@ashishjose]

Does korg midi file work on yamaha?

[@arifzainal8694]

Hello, can I install DAW on Mac?

[@sujithsunil753]

Can we make styles with midi mapping.for example I'm connecting my Yamaha keyboard with midi to other devices like a octapad or vst. Drum channel wants to go through in octopad or that vst

[@BBWalkerTV]

Basically yes. You need a DAW like Ableton or FL Studio to do this. Please check this video where I am explaining MIDI mapping of Style: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIjTZH6DaJiBh68

[@stephanizgo]

Please make for psr ew 410

[@victordamon4606]

Hi Bb Walker Is it possible to import Psr sx900 midi data into Ableton live 11 This will help me a great deal Regards Vic

[@RajuSarkariffco]

Sir How to record a karaoke song in Yamaha sx900 Thanks

[@ISChaystoreritmos]

Exelente vídeo...

[@BBWalkerTV]

Gracias

[@josedeleon5008]

DO A VIDEO EXPLAINING HOW TO SAVE A MIDI FILE USING THE YAMAHA PSRSX 600 EXPLAIN IN DETAIL

[@user-ex6iv2dh7f]

Hi thank you for this good informational video. Is that possible edit midi file from yamaha keyboard put on DAW software . You know to put effects and some touch up

[@BBWalkerTV]

I am pretty sure there is such video on my channel. I will try to find it. MIDI is industry standard so you have move it between keyboard and PC

[@dwijendramallik37]

Very nice video 👍 One request.. Can u plz make a video on hw can we create/design multipads and styles in a daw and import them back to keyboard. Love from India ❤️

[@BBWalkerTV]

Hey, If you want to address Style Voices directly from DAW (using MIDI) , check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIjTZH6DaJiBh68 For creating your own voices (from WAV files) check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH24e52kfpV7kJo

[@antmunoz34]

Hi, greart videos. I am using the Yamaha psr S975 and a Mac with Logic, connected via USB cable. I would love to have your help to fix some problems I am not capable of fixing by myself. Thanks in advance if you can help! Some operations I am not capable of making succesfully (some embarrassing basic): 1- Sync the Yamaha with the Logic DOW, so starting one starts authomatically the other. I am trying to make Yamaha master (Clock internal, transmit clock on) and Logic (clock to destination Digital Keyboard Port 1) 2- I have tried the inverse, making Logic the master, (Digital Keyboard port , clock checked, ) and Yamaha as slave (Clock MIDI, Start stop Styles, Transmit clock no, etc.). Con nor make it work! What is the right way to get something so simple as syncing two basic midi devices? Thanks so much, I am pretty much a beginner. Antonio (Spain)

[@garaiss]

Thanks very helpufl! How about drum mapping? I am using Studio drummer, abey road drums from Native instruments bu I cant get played normaly back on daw using a Yamaha Styles! Could you help me to solve that problem!?

[@BBWalkerTV]

Hey. Check this out, here I explain how to remap Yamaha style drums in FL Studio, kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWWZXpx-aamco5Y

[@garaiss]

@@BBWalkerTV Hi thank I will check out! Can you get out seperate individual tracks, like kick, snare, hihat..etc.

[@garaiss]

@@BBWalkerTV Hi Walker! I am working with Studio One 5 profesional, but I cant figure out, how to map this drums to that Daw, because, there are not that kind functions which are in FL studio

[@danielrotulo8617]

Excelent video! Could you please tell me if I can use your video to Yamaha Genos? I bought one last week and very Interested in using MIDI files and Cubase to explore better final quality of song recording. Thanks a lot. I am Daniel from Uruguay✊

[@BBWalkerTV]

Sure Yes you can do it. Regards

[@danielrotulo8617]

@@BBWalkerTV Thanks for your Quick answer. Do you offer classes on uses of DAW , PC keyboard interboard integration, Keyboard Midi production and these kind of stuff. I am really interested tô get knowledge theoretical básics and practice to use my Genos. Regards from Brazil. Iam uruguayan but living in Brasil. Thanks a Lot!! You are and excelent teacher. I Just suscribed your You tube channel

[@BBWalkerTV]

@@danielrotulo8617 Great to hear from you. I do not offer private classes so far but if you have a question or general topic to explore - don't hesitate to write comments. I always save suggestion from viewers to my notebook and if a topic shows once or twice I definitely go for it and create a video. Regards. I recommend to watch this video next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJvcqZqNaZuWapY maybe you will find there some inspirations.

[@danielrotulo8617]

@@BBWalkerTV Ok. I Will see the vídeo You suggested to me of course! Thanks again! I Will be in touch. Hace a good day!

[@Fraiyia]

Hello - I know I’m late to the party . I use external midi instruments : guitars , ewi 4000 , Yamaha yds 150 . I got past the hurdle of getting to PSR 900 recording from my midi instruments but how can I add and edit my midis on this work station . Not much info on how to do that . Also quantization is an issue that I have not figured out yet . Mainly though , I am trying to build my music in layers and appending a midi at the workstation seems like it should be do able .

[@BBWalkerTV]

Hello Fraiyia. Basicaly you can make build on PC or on the instrument. Both options has pros and cons. Quantize on PSR - check this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoLNhH9rr7iBmKM Let me know if you want to use PC (DAW software) or use Hardware DAW (Yamaha or Roland) I will prepare some new series.

[@prabhathnirmala7029]

Very useful. Thank you very much. I need more lessons. Because whatever the time I tried it was not successed. I dont know why.

[@BBWalkerTV]

Hey. Try whole playlist and if you need something specified just write a comment I will put a link or create a video about it. kzbin.info/aero/PLlMRSGuMikFoV5zBvblwSS034C0dZMd6V

[@darrenmitchell1744]

Hi, I have a psr 1000x and I want to transmit separate tracks to a daw, what settigs should I use, do u ha e a video thay can help me please ?

[@BBWalkerTV]

Yes. New video about DAW Integration is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIjTZH6DaJiBh68

[@darrenmitchell1744]

@@BBWalkerTV mine is an old psr 1000 not an s psr or sx psr so how can i transmit separate tracks in a style to a daw i want to send these tracks as midi ?

[@wondered9081]

nice share , , , thanks

[@BBWalkerTV]

U are welcome Wonder Ed, Regards

[@drnvkmohan]

Can I play midi files directly from my laptop on my Yamaha PSR-S650?

[@drnvkmohan]

Would appreciate your reply thanks

[@BBWalkerTV]

Of course yes. You need to set in DAW channel output to Yamaha MIDI device. Here is the example of FL Studio but it will work at any DAW like Cubase, ProLogic etc: Cubase example: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIPLZImtoJ6tqsU FL Studio example: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZmsanVuqLqrfbM for more advanced MIDI mapping check this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIjTZH6DaJiBh68

[@raayongoswami3914]

how can i use pitch bend with this

[@nicolasmogensen8727]

Add it while recording track 1 would be the obvious answer.

[@apaiboy5176]

i connect my keyboard to DAW, and do all the style creation in the DAW. then save the file as a style and play the style on keyboard. is it possible?

[@BBWalkerTV]

No. You need Yamaha software , generic DAW can not create or edit Yamaha styles or voice packs. Please stay tuned to channel. I am planning new series of YEM and editing own voice / patches to every PSR / SX series. With DAW you can addres MIDI commands to access style voice just like presented in this video but you can not create "standalone" style file

[@apaiboy5176]

@@BBWalkerTV great explanation. Looking fwd for next video..

[@BBWalkerTV]

Hey Apai. This video may be useful for your question: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH24e52kfpV7kJo

[@ashoknaik3140]

Nice tutorial. Can we map registration memory buttons of Yamaha keyboard with cubase 12. Any video on this please

[@BBWalkerTV]

Interesting question I will put it on my "todo list" Regards

[@ashoknaik3140]

Any update on this video Bro

[@BBWalkerTV]

@@ashoknaik3140 I will try to do my best next week

[@ashoknaik3140]

Bro, Gentle reminder to make the video

[@ashoknaik3140]

Any video on this topic please

[@saaimabrar4904]

Please also make video about detail explanation for yamaha psr s975 midi clock sync, DAW and yamaha start and stop function sync. it will make life easy. instead of recording whole song accompaniment and counting BARS and remembering each and every details about bridges, fill ins, interludes and much more, one will be able to record the song using just DAW but using Yamaha PSR s975 keyboard and its sound. also later on can easily MAP recorded sounds to other VSTs. You are the best person to explain all this. Also is it possible to MAP yamaha function buttons to DAW.

[@BBWalkerTV]

Sure - very good topic for new videos. Someone else also asked about start DAW using Yamaha as master controller and Ableton live, so I will try do do my best.

[@saaimabrar4904]

@@BBWalkerTV you can do it I am sure.. Best Of Luck

[@saaimabrar4904]

using clock sync you can also fix untimed chords and fillins since you will be using DAW as a step recorder and even punch in method. I am using Studio one 5 professional.

[@BBWalkerTV]

Here is the video for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIjTZH6DaJiBh68

[@SuperSy99]

Why need usb?how about direct recording to your DAW computer

[@BBWalkerTV]

This is all about MIDI, if you want to grab audio only - you can attach it into DAW, I recommend watch this video - quite long but I explain there different approaches to recording: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJvcqZqNaZuWapY

[@natukenz8135]

Hi I am using FL studio. I want it with FL studio please please. How can I go with FL?

[@BBWalkerTV]

Check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIjTZH6DaJiBh68

[@nicolasmogensen8727]

Helpful indeed but tbh,, I'd probably have redondo track 1 😂