Electronic Keyboard User Manual

Introduction
Owner’s Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha KX25 / KX49 / KX61 USB KEYBOARD STUDIO.
Included in the package are the KX MIDI keyboard for controlling a computer via USB as well as the DAW
application software, Cubase AI4. Simply connect the KX to a computer via USB, and you’ve got a
comprehensive control center and seamless environment for complete music production.
In order to take full advantage of the KX’s superior functionality and enjoy years of trouble-free use, please
read this manual before you begin using the product. Also, keep this book in a safe place for future reference.
Link with Cubase
The KX keyboard is equipped with link functions specifically designed for Cubase software (Cubase 4, Studio
4, and AI4), providing tremendous efficiency and speed in your workflow.
Track operations on VST plug-in instruments (VSTi)
The KX has no built-in tone generator; it is a keyboard controller designed to play the sounds of VST plug-in
instruments (VSTi) on your connected computer. The KX lets you conveniently perform certain VSTi operations
in your DAW directly from the KX panel, including creating tracks and selecting programs (instrument voices).
Four knobs for real-time control of various parameters
These versatile knobs give you real-time control over parameters in your VSTi software. Simply select the
Control Template for the VSTi you wish to control (30 pre-programmed templates are built in), and you can
use the four knobs to control the sound of your VSTi remotely. Many popular VSTi are covered by the
templates; however, you can also create/customize your own to use with your favorite VSTi.
Powerful Arpeggio feature
The KX also has a built-in Arpeggio feature that lets you easily play various rhythmic patterns and ‘sequenced’
phrases, depending on the notes you press. These include a wide variety of vintage analog synthesizer-like
arpeggios, guitar/bass riffs, and drum/percussion rhythm patterns—all of which can be triggered instantly and
held automatically to provide dynamic, realistic backing for your performance.
USB bus-powered
The KX can be powered by the USB connection to your computer. This means you can simply connect the KX
to a USB terminal on your computer, get full power, and not have to worry about setting up an AC adaptor.
• AC power adaptor (PA-3C, PA-130, or equivalent)*
• Owner’s Manual (this book)
• USB cable
• Cubase AI4 DVD-ROM
• TOOLS for KX DVD-ROM
* May not be included depending on your particular area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.
Introduction
Features
Included Accessories
KX Editor
KX Editor is a special software that gives you convenient editing tools for the KX and its settings. You can
download this software from the following Yamaha website.
http://www.yamahasynth.com/