Modern manufacturers in different segments have developed a fairly effective approach to work, in which the most successful models are continued in the form of improved modifications. On the one hand, this allows you to maintain the interest of brand fans in products, and on the other hand, to strengthen your position in front of competitors, since development is in promising directions. But this strategy does not always give the expected result, as, in fact, happened with subsequent versions of the PSR-E433 synthesizer.
Yamaha managed to create a really strong variation of a versatile and inexpensive tool with a focus on the educational segment, but further modifications did not receive such high ratings from users. And the higher the attractiveness of the base unit E433 today, which is still in demand, despite many years of presence on the market and regular release of updates.
General information about the model
Still, it would be unfair to compare the model only with subsequent versions. Although it is clear that more recent restyled devices have received many improvements. Another thing is that the cost of new products has increased by 20-30%. So, the model is an inexpensive digital piano, orientedto the initial level of the user's musical abilities. The concept of a training instrument was incorporated into the synthesizer by previous versions, on the basis of which the current modification has grown into a full-fledged universal instrument. Of course, the device is not suitable for the professional segment, but if desired, a skilled tuner will be able to extract something more from it than basic training capabilities.
We can talk about a radical change in the status of the family because the filling provides more timbres, musical styles, and also provides the user with wide opportunities for using register memory. We should also note the introduction of new interfaces into the PSR-E433 platform. Yamaha has provided a USB port through which you can connect external media. That is, in general, the model itself has been noticeably updated when compared with previous generations. This stage of development has become fundamentally significant in terms of operational properties, which brought the synthesizer to a leading position in the segment.
Package and accessories
By the standards of today, when high-tech synthesizers are already accompanied by wireless systems in the basic equipment, the delivery package of this model looks modest. But if you make a discount on the class and exit time, then everything falls into place. The kit includes the PSR-E433 Yamaha instrument itself, a music rest, an AC adapter, and information data for use during operation.
The food system deserves special attention. The company has foreseen the possibility of using batteries as the main source of supply. This is a kind of non-battery type of power supply that provides complete autonomy. Despite the presence of this option, the developers still recommend using an AC adapter whenever possible, since it is safer in terms of the environment. Also, as an additional option, a stand for the Yamaha PSR-E433 synthesizer is provided, which is desirable to purchase immediately before the instrument is installed.
Specifications
In some way, the uniqueness of the digital piano of this modification is the optimal combination of learning capabilities and basic "working" parameters. Often these directions are at odds with each other, as a result of which the quality of performance suffers. For example, many manufacturers, for the sake of customers, focus on interesting effects and original style structures, as a result of which they significantly lose the naturalness of the sound. This shortcoming is practically devoid of the Yamaha PSR-E433, the characteristics of which are presented below:
- Number of dynamic keys – 61.
- Number of main timbres – 206.
- Number of polyphonic notes – 32.
- Auto Accompaniment Fill - 186 styles.
- Built-in memory - 1.54 MB.
- Power consumption 16 W.
- The dimensions of the synthesizer are 946 mm in width, 140 mm in height and 405 mm inlength.
- Design weight - 6.8 kg.
Sound control tools
A special option is responsible for the pitch, which allows you to adjust this parameter by transposing. The overall pitch of the instrument can be adjusted in octave steps. However, this does not apply to tone settings. A working element in the form of a wheel is used to smoothly adjust the sound of played notes. In particular, turning up leads to an increase in the range, and turning down, respectively, reduces the spectrum.
As the manual for the Yamaha PSR-E433 notes, with a single press, the user can load the optimal panel settings. Parameters can be purposefully selected to suit the current Song, Pattern, or Style. Again, ready-made adjustments allow you to choose the most advantageous characteristics for working with certain modes.
Functionality
The user gets the opportunity to create new sounds with the help of two knobs. You can complement the developments with a wide range of effects, including distortion and mitigation. Sustain can also be connected to work, which helps to implement a pedal for a synthesizer in order to obtain long-lasting notes. But before that, it is important to make sure that the component was correctly connected to the socket.
Some digital pianos use the arpeggio. In the case of a Japanese instrument, there is a similar option, usingwhich can automatically play the appropriate arpeggiated chords. To form different arpeggios, the entire range and variety of fingerings should be used. The Yamaha PSR-E433 also allows you to change the tone that sounds while playing the keyboard. If desired, you can add the characteristic timbres of a violin, harp, flute or other instrument.
Positive feedback about the model
Many users note high-quality, clear and rich sound. A wide range of musical settings allows you to diversify the sound picture. For example, the convenience of adjusting the pitch is emphasized with the help of two ergonomic sliders located on the left. Modern features are also noted, including the ability to record songs on USB. Experienced users welcome the presence of arpeggios, a wide range of styles, the ability to select timbres, etc. Separately, the owners of the instrument testify that the assembly is done soundly. This also applies to components, including a synthesizer pedal, a screen and an auxiliary option. If necessary, failed elements can be replaced - the Japanese manufacturer widely presents its components on the market.
Negative reviews
Unfortunately, the digital piano from Japanese developers has not been without criticism. First of all, the negative affects the design. For many, it seems heavy and cumbersome, due to the complexity of the technical stuffing. True, in the process of operation itself, this factor is practically notplays a role. Moreover, the massive construction favorably affects the extraction of sounds. Although there is a place for critical reviews. So, according to some owners, the digital piano does not provide sufficient sound volume. This is partly true, since the device is still focused on working out the upper spectrum and the middle range. The full "theatre" is already characteristic of professional synthesizers.
How much?
The price tag of the model is 10-12 thousand rubles. can be attributed to another minus, although the quality assembly, combined with acceptable sound, may be worth the money. Moreover, there are not many full-fledged competitors of the Yamaha PSR-E433 on the market. The price of a used version, which varies between 5-7 thousand, also increases the attractiveness of the tool. As for the rivalry of the model with its own modifications, it is clearly not in favor of the latter. New versions of the family are estimated at almost 20 thousand, but at the same time they do not offer anything fundamentally new.
Conclusion
Individually, the virtues of the Japanese synthesizer are quite common in the entry-level synthesizer segment. Robust design, thoughtful interface, richness of sound effects and a wide range of settings - all this in one form or another characterizes individual models in the families of other manufacturers.
In turn, Yamaha's PSR-E433 synthesizer stands out due to the fusion of these qualities. At the same time, if the functionality and strength of musical instruments of suchtype can be called unconditionally positive and necessary properties, then each manufacturer has his own vision in the implementation of the performing elements. Yamaha developers in this case benefited from a successful combination of individual professional qualities of a synthesizer and a simplified interface with effects, relying on an audience of novice users.
