Yamaha DGX-660 Review - Portable Digital Piano
Yamaha DGX-660 Review, the DGX-660 is one of the most popular Yamaha keyboards. available on the market today. Learn more in our review.
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Yamaha DGX-660 Review at Merriam Pianos
- Yamaha DGX-660 is a popular 88-key digital piano with unique features.
- Sound engine uses Yamaha's Pure CF sampling technology to reproduce concert grand piano sound.
- Piano Room feature allows control over reverb algorithms and damper resonance for personalized piano environment.
- Offers 192 notes of max polyphony for arranger-oriented features.
- Provides over 500 total sounds, including acoustic and electric pianos, organs, synths, and more.
- Includes digital effects and Intelligent Acoustic Control function for real-time sound optimization.
- Key action is Yamaha's Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) with weighted action.
- GHS action may lag behind other brands but still provides a satisfying playing experience.
- Dual sensor technology allows new players to learn finger techniques.
- White keys lack texture, while black keys have a textured matte finish.
Features and Connectivity of the Yamaha DGX-660 Digital Piano
- The GHS action provides a slightly heavier touch similar to an acoustic piano.
- The PHA-4 action offers escapement in the price point.
- The lack of dynamic sensitivity may require a learning curve when transitioning to an acoustic piano.
- Auto-accompaniment features over 200 accompaniment styles and offers control settings for fingering and style.
- Smart Chord ensures diatonic chords are generated based on the notes being played.
- 5-track recorder allows for multitrack recording and supports WAV and SMF files.
- USB audio recording eliminates the need for relying on the piano's limited memory.
- Lyric and score display feature shows sheet music or lyrics on the LCD screen.
- Connectivity options include DC In, headphone jack, sustain pedal port, microphone input, AUX in, and USB ports.
- No dedicated line outputs, but the headphone jack can be used as an output.
- Lacks built-in Bluetooth connectivity, but adapters are available for streaming audio and MIDI wirelessly.
- Includes a designer keyboard stand, optional triple pedal, and music rest.
Features of the Yamaha DGX-660 88-Key Digital Piano
- Uses Yamaha's Pure CF sampling technology to reproduce concert grand piano sound.
- Piano Room feature allows control over reverb algorithms and damper resonance for personalized piano environment.
- Offers 192 notes of max polyphony for arranger-oriented features.
- Provides over 500 total sounds, including acoustic and electric pianos, organs, synths, and more.
- Includes digital effects and Intelligent Acoustic Control function for real-time sound optimization.
- Key action is Yamaha's Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) with weighted action.