Yamaha PSR540 XG MIDI keyboard demo

[@deondewit3175]

This is the keyboard where I learned basic multi-track recording. It has a 16 track sequencer when you insert a small floppy disk. I have moved onto psr-s910, motif and modx but I still think about my old psr540 it had something special. Thanks for the nostalgia trip.

[@gearfacts]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@Solar55]

I bought this keyboard in 1999 and still use it regularly ! Finally going to replace it this year (2022), probably with the DGX-670.

[@gearfacts]

Nice! And yep, that old XG sound chip is still a solid performer

[@aaronconway4462]

Just bought this keyboard a few months ago off a guy. It’s a lot of fun to mess around with all the different sounds

[@nazfan01]

This is the same model keyboard that was used for the 1997 Titanic movie soundtracks. We all remember those songs so well. Now my 8 year old grandson is learning to play this keyboard.

[@gearfacts]

That's awesome to hear, he's got a good start!

[@vigneshvenugopalan4541]

the features of the keyboard were on par to do a music production on that time which was special and ahead of things. Especially the dsp, harmony, sustain and 16 track recording with disks, MIDI giant i would call it. Special one to use since 2001.

[@gearfacts]

Definitely a notable model, with XG sounds plus effects it certainly was impressive

[@GodmyX]

TechSynth3!!! Thank you for playing it.. I used to play that as on my dad's keyboard when I was just a child and I loved the sound! :P It always reminded me of the scene from Terminator 1 where they're escaping the bar :P The sound is beautiful... I never thought I would hear it again - I have no access to the keyboard anymore. The last time I heard this was 17 years ago!

[@gearfacts]

+GodmyX Cool anecdote! Thanks for watching my video :) Glynn

[@GodmyX]

Gearfacts Thank you for the answer! I wanted to ask one thing: do you think you could make sometimes a recording of the demo number 4? I think it was some beautiful piano concert and I still remember the melody, but there is no way I could find it anywhere on the internet :-/ (although I found a few PSR-540 demos, but not this one, sadly)

[@gearfacts]

***** Ahhhh sorry man I sold it some time ago ...

[@GodmyX]

Gearfacts ohhh :-((

[@GodmyX]

But thank you anyway!

[@japoople]

I played around with one of these that's in the family in November of 2020, and it was probably one of the factors that contributed to me buying a PSR-e463. Now that I'm thinking of something else (since I hardly ever use the live knobs and sampling function on the 463 outside of noodling) I kinda want to trade them for this one now. Plus, the 463 doesn't have the cheesy XG rendition of "My Heart Will Go On" in it lol

[@gearfacts]

Hmm yes it's an interesting comparison. I think I'd miss the dynamic controls on the 463, but the 540 has more effects and general synth capabilities. Both super-fun keyboards!

[@etcetera36]

When I was 4 or 5, I had this instead of a regular toy keyboard. I did understand how to use it.

[@gearfacts]

Yep, I think kids' ability to understand these things is GREATLY underestimated. I did a video recently about keyboards marketed at children ...a complete joke!

[@vito_keys]

Full-fledged 16 track sequencer is something missing in today's Yamaha budget arranger keyboards, such as the Yamaha PSR-E473 , I wish this feature makes a comeback on this segment

[@gearfacts]

Agree 100%. I've been waiting a long time for Yamaha to provide more comprehensive effects too.

[@videosonline2166]

This keyboard is awesome

[@gearfacts]

Yeah I like it, it's got heaps of personality :) GF

[@emuplayers5942]

You Know What,When I looked this Yamaha PSR 540 LCD Screen Display,It Reminded to Yamaha MU100 XG Sound Module.Aslo,The Sound Also Same and What I Thinking..Is Yamaha MU100 are The Rack Versions For PSR 540?.

[@gearfacts]

I think it's because they share the XG sound system.

[@minimanoka]

thank you for this! I am keen to know one thing, if anyone can help with this dilemma, I'd be grateful: I got 2 options , yamaha psr 540 or yamaha psr e333 that is the question like which to choose... the first is newer of course, but this one has the advantage of an older and might more trustworthy mechanic as I see... am I wrong? Pls advise me guys which would be best deal to buy for a beginner thanks a lot!

[@gearfacts]

Personally I'd choose the 540. It's just more fun :)

[@minimanoka]

@@gearfacts Thank you so much ! and oh sorry! my bad! :D It is not 540, it is psr e303 OR psr e333 :)

[@gearfacts]

@@minimanoka Ahh ok - 333 then :) More sounds to choose from and slightly nicer keys

[@minimanoka]

@@gearfacts Thank you a lot for your recommendation!

[@ilovekeyboards7830]

Gearfacts i really like the 60s organ sound on the yamaha psr 540 keyboard a lot

[@gearfacts]

Same here!

[@jenniferbrandt4782]

I used to have one of these. regret selling it to this day.

[@gearfacts]

They appear on ebay fairly often. The sounds are a bit cheesy by today's standards but I can totally see the appeal, it's a fun keyboard. Thanks for watching Gearfacts!

[@Am71919]

@@gearfacts the piano sound on this keyboard is perfectly adequate, has sort of a cp-80ish sound

[@waynecrothers2012]

Thinking of buying one from gumtree,price seems good,seems like its only seen light use and cared for,comes with the stand and a beginners music book,tempted

[@gearfacts]

Sounds just as good as the newer keyboards.

[@zsar80]

Would this be a good one for a Beginner?

[@gearfacts]

Yes :)

[@alseveron6558]

Thanks for the vid. Can this model record a few bars of your playing and then loop it while you play over it?

[@gearfacts]

Hmm I’m not aware of any feature like that, but if you want to be sure you can still get the full manual online

[@alseveron6558]

@@gearfacts Thank you for the reply. I can't find any mention of it in the online manual, so I guess it doesn't offer that feature. I just had a vague idea that it did, going by the 'record' button. 👍

[@pachecãox]

what's the difference from it to the PSR 550?

[@gearfacts]

Virtually nothing, as I recall

[@nitzaliz81]

I need help trying to record with this keyboard, can anybody teach me?

[@gearfacts]

Nitzaliz Castillo if you google this model and put “PDF” at the end, you should see the manual in the results :) #Gearfacts

[@MsCandyBar0112]

Any tips on using headphones with it? I tried plugging in my basic studio headphones and it did not work, do you know if it needs an adapter or anything?

[@gearfacts]

If the pin fits in the socket, it should work. Double-check that you are connected to the headphones socket, I think there are a couple of line-out sockets that look exactly the same. Chances are you've got the right socket though, and the contact points inside are broken. This is pretty common in older keyboards, the headphone socket is often the first component to fail.

[@martingarcia9117]

Is this on sale?

[@gearfacts]

No sorry

[@coolvideos365]

Cheers mate. Can you use this keyboard with a guitar amp ,an if so do you need a special adapter for the cord?

[@gearfacts]

You can connect directly to a guitar amp with a guitar cable (use one of the audio-out sockets)

[@coolvideos365]

@@gearfacts great, thanks for the video and answer to my question. I’m going to buy one of these used.

[@drnockaable]

This was my girl. I miss my baby

[@kenzieprice6745]

Hey Glen (hope I spelled it!). Of course I always consult a gearfacts video before many of my purchases now, but I hope I can get you to comment. Many of these PSR 540's go for even higher than the e-463 and ew410's even, but it seems they have all of the same glory that make the PSR 540 desirable. In your experience, are these even worth it compared to the the mentioned Yamaha e series today? Thank you so much!

[@gearfacts]

Hi Kenzie, and thanks for watching Gearfacts. My answer is pretty simple - I think the PSR-E463 is superior. The advances that Yamaha have made a pretty clear, I think. I can still see the charm in the old PR-540 and similar boards, but I certainly would put the same price tag on it. If we did a comparison with the PSR-E3** series though ...well then it''s a much more complex question!

[@GodmyX]

I remember this keyboard :)

[@antoniocardosodepontalinda9009]

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[@ishwarithakur6523]

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[@ishwarithakur6523]

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[@erontarigankcapichannel6470]

Krenn👍👍

[@Короткообовсём-м3э]

Давай по русски!

[@gearfacts]

Я могу говорить только по-русски через google :( Спасибо за просмотр Gearfacts

[@Короткообовсём-м3э]

Gearfacts у меня есть такая ямаха. Хочу получить видеоурок по пользованию. Спасибо.