YAMAHA PS-20

Overview

The Yamaha PS-20 is a portable electronic keyboard released in 1981, designed for beginners and casual players, offering a range of features for enjoyable music-making.

Key Features

• Keyboard: 49 keys
• Polyphony: 8-note polyphony
• Voices: 30 preset voices
• Rhythms: 20 preset rhythms
• Effects: Vibrato and Sustain

Sound Controls

• Voice Selector: Choose from 30 different instrument sounds
• Vibrato: Add vibrato effect to the selected voice
• Sustain: Extend the duration of played notes
• Master Volume: Control overall volume

Rhythm Section

• Rhythm Selector: Choose from 20 different rhythm patterns
• Start/Stop: Control rhythm playback
• Tempo Control: Adjust rhythm speed
• Rhythm Volume: Adjust rhythm volume independently

Additional Features

• Auto Bass Chord (A.B.C.): Automatic bass and chord accompaniment
• Chord Memory: Store and recall chord progressions
• Headphone Jack: For private practice

Design

• Portability: Compact and lightweight design
• Power: AC adapter or battery-powered (6 x 1.5V “D” size batteries)

Target Audience

The PS-20 is designed for beginners, hobbyists, and casual players looking for an easy-to-use, portable keyboard with a variety of sounds and rhythms for practice and entertainment.