Yamaha DGX-670 Review
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- Опубликовано: 30 июн 2024
- My review on my new Yamaha DGX-670 Digital Piano - coolest instrument I've ever owned!
There are so many features to summarize that this review is a bit long, so there are links below to different sections if you want to skip to any. As I get more familiar with all the things the DGX-670 can do, I will be posting shorter more specific how-to videos on different features (subscribe if you don't want to miss any of those!)
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Liquid Stands Stand Review: • Liquid Stands Z-Stand ...
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Intro: 0:00
What Is The DGX-670: 0:53
Key Action: 2:05
VRM Piano Voices: 2:42
VRM Piano Voice Demo: 4:24
Other Voices: 10:25
Other Voices Demo: 11:13 (includes splits/layers)
Effects: 22:50
Connectivity: 23:45
User Interface: 28:39
Rhythms & Accompaniment: 34:22
Adaptive Styles: 40:14
Unison & Accent Styles: 42:04
16 Track Sequencer: 46:41
Animated Notation, Chords, Lyrics: 47:50
Built In Songs / MIDI: 48:33
Audio Files: 48:55
Registration Memory: 49:23
Speakers: 51:44
Speaker Demo: 52:33
Other Features & Apps: 53:48
The Negatives: 55:25
Other Choices: 57:38
The Verdict: 1:03:50
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Hi Tony, excellent video. I have a DGX-670 and would like to offer some insights regarding the speaker system, amplifiers, the weight, and a comparison with the Korg XE20:
1) Speakers: The DGX-670 has very large speaker enclosures inside the unit. I owned the DGX-660 for 4 years and opened it. The speaker boxes meet almost in the middle, they are not the small rectangular box they appear to be from the outside. The Roland FP-30X does not have speaker boxes, only a 12 cm driver mounted on the plastic lower assembly. The Casio PX-S1100 does not a speaker box either. This means those speakers will not generate a proper range of frequencies. In addition, the tweeter in the DGX-670 gives you the finer details. The boxes in the DGX-670 are ported and tuned for a good bass response. That's absent in the FP-30X or Casio PX-S1100.
2) Amplifiers: the 22 watts in the Roland FP-30X means nothing in practice for several more technical reasons. Amplifiers power is calculated not while playing piano. It is calculated using a purely resistive load that does not change the impedance (like a speaker does, which changes the power readings). It is calculated using pure sine waves at certain frequencies, not music. Amplifier power is a "laboratory number". In practice, you can expect digital pianos to consume about 1 watt total (both speakers) while playing piano. Roland specifies that the FP-30X consumes 3 watts while turned on and playing nothing, and 4 watts while playing at medium volume. This means less than 0.5 watts per speaker at medium volume (amplifiers are not 100% efficient).
I have tested amplifier powers many times, including the real power consumption of my DGX-670. It is about 5.4 watts when playing nothing and 6.4 watts playing at maximum volume. Notice this is similar to the results Roland reports of less than 0.5 watts per channel.
If these numbers seem too small and hard to believe for you, trust me I have done real life calculations using proper equipment.
3) Weight: I have opened the DGX-660. It has a large MDF particle board on the bottom. That is very heavy by itself. I estimate it might be about 10 pounds. It gives the instrument stability. If you remove and put a piece of plastic, like the Kawai ES920, you will probably get the same weight as other pianos. The ES920 plastic case vibrates when you play instruments with low frequency content.
4) Korg XE20: I have played the XE20. I also used to own the Korg PA60, which was a great arranger back in 2000. The XE20 has the same old arranger found in the Korg PA60. The pianos don't sound good in the XE20 in person, and the speaker system is mediocre, but not as bad as the Casio PX-S1100/3100. Casio has the worst speakers of all digital pianos I can think of, because they place them on the back with no enclosure and have no room to breathe. In addition, Casio uses polypropylene instead of quality paper cones like Yamaha or Roland.
Since I owned the Korg PA60, I know those styles by heart... and the XE20 sounds the same... not bad at all, but Korg has new arrangers (from the modest PA600 to the PA4X top of the line arranger). The new arrangers sound way better and have a better tone generator.
The Korg XE20 is the B2 digital piano (I have played that one too and it is probably even below the Casio PX-S1100 in terms of sound quality) with their 20-year old arranger technology.
The DGX-670 is, on the other hand, new technology, new tone generator, and just way better than those offerings by Casio or Korg.
WOW! Thanks so much for all of that info and insight that's super valuable to have on the channel! And that MDF board makes perfect sense (both for explaining the weight AND how solidly built the DGX feels compared to other pianos). Super interesting about the speaker boxes as well - the DGX's speakers sound wonderful to me at a lower wattage than alot of the competition.
Thanks again!
@@PianoTone Thank you so much for your reception and feedback! I recommended your last video on the DGX-670 to a friend. Very detailed and engaging videos. All the best!
I purchased DGX 670 because I wanted to play keyboard and was amazed at the instrument sounds. I am never going to be a good piano player (in my Eighties) Started last year and can't get my left hand moving, but I am trying. With the chords and simple melodies played with the right hand (Easy play 50s,60s, 70s,) I am having fun. Looking forward to your how to on this instrument as hopefull I progress. Thank you for forthis channel
Hey thanks so much! And that’s awesome congrats on your DGX (it really is a fantastic instrument) and on your progress (fun is the whole point really). I have so much to learn about the DGX but I know one of my next videos will be on the different chord fingering options for the accompaniment so stay tuned for that one!
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@@PianoTone Thank you for your reply. Looking forward to your next video
Parabéns. Divirta-se. Abraços do Brasil.
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Just bought this complete setup in 24. I have the white one and it’s such a quality instrument. Don’t cheap out on the bench make sure it’s adjustable. The built in speakers are decent. I’m happy with it. I’ve never played in my life as you get older try to learn everything you can as life is short.
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Thank you for the link to this video. Yes, the former DGX pianos were synth action 88 key, but the connection to the sound engine and velocity settings made it IMPOSSIBLE to play. I owned the PiagerroNPV80 which is the same. NOW, the new DGX is not even the same instrument in any way shape or form!! A friend bought one and I played it, it is superior to the YamahaP515. Action is good and controllable, sound is even across the keyboard, and the layering/split is extensive compared to a P125(a). Detailed editing of all the sounds including the piano, makes it customizable to anyone's idea of what an acoustic piano should sound like (not possible with the P125) Buying the 3pedal unit gives access to 4 pedals total for programmable huge control when playing styles. This is truly Yamaha's greatest achievement in Dpiano's in their history for price/value and an under $1000.00 piano for everyone from beginner to expert. Nothing on the market now compares, it will be years while other manufacturers catch up.
I agree the DGX-670 is an amazing product, none of the competition can come close, especially at this price.
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❤ Thanks for your thorough review of the marvellous DGX 670 is a film score music composer's dream. Perfect for sketching out ideas in studio quality, middle of the night before the inspiration fades away. Those in the know will confirm. 😂
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the review! And yes, an easily accessible 16 track recorder (or even just the audio recorder) at the ready helps keep you from losing that 2a.m. idea!
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I just wanted to comment on how well thought out your videos are. I am 67yrs old. I have taken lessons in my younger years. at least 3yrs each of Trumpet, Saxaphone, and percussion.
Now retired, I wanted to learn piano. I could play chords, and some melodies, but realized, I would never progress without understanding the theory. So I am starting from square one, and doing it the right way. Understanding Music theory, has made my piano practice so much easier, understanding the theory behind what I am doing. Keep up the great videos. I'll be watching!
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@@PianoTone Done😁
I am in a similar situation though have never really played piano, other than just punching on some keys. I am 66, played flute in my youth, but never understood the theory, and never understood chordal changes. I just played by ear and got fairly good at hearing. Could play most of the rock stuff I heard but could NEVER play jazz because I did not understand chordal theory. I recently picked up an Akai EWI instrument but found myself heading to the same spot I was in when I was younger and finally decided to tackle learning to play piano and to learn chordal theory. I am at the very beginning of my journey and it should be fun. No expectations, not worried about my progress, it will come.
I have the DGX. One of the best instruments in the world. It has a cool CFX voice, VRM which brings out the true resonance of a grand piano, and styles, which allow you to play all genres of western music. Though I do wish Yamaha also gave a nice Bosendorfer piano voice for the DGX-670 and ethnic styles like Indian, Chinese and Arabic styles.
I totally agree! I did just review the P-515 and yes that Bosendorfer sound is nice. I haven't looked into importing styles or anything like that yet though.
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Got one 3 years ago, after lots of research and reviews. Tremendous capabilities for price range. only lacks decent Audio in/out as it only has a headphone jack. With small mixer feeding Good sets of Full range and Subwoofer (mixer with FX) DRAMATICALLY improves Audio capabilities over pathetical small built in speakers. Huge assortment of Audio Samples and hords of features (hard to remember how to use them all). WOrks great with MIDI too. DGX-670.
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Hi Tony
I got my DGX-670 about 10 month ago but so far I had Piano lessons and did not really use all the possibilities this great instruments has to offer. Now I am starting with a mixed Keyboard/E-Piano course and am thrilled to use all the potential of the DGX.
Therefore looking for usefull YT channels to learn more about everything and happy I stumbled over your channel... learning a lot!! Thanks.
Thanks so much, glad you're finding the videos useful! And thanks for checking out the channel, feel free to subscribe (lots of DGX videos in there)
Played one at a friend’s house, holy cow! Blown away at how great the piano sound is! Hoping to buy one in the near future!
It is a pretty amazing piano, and the CFX Grand voice is spectacular. Thanks for checking out the channel feel free to subscribe
Awesome review! Thanks for taking time to review this product. This maybe my future keyboard when I outgrew my EZ300
Thanks so much! It is a fantastic keyboard!
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This is by far the most comprehensive review of the Yamaha DGX-670 that I've viewed so far, and I'm pretty sure that I've probably seen all of them. I did another comment with some specific questions. Thanks for your videos and help.
Thanks Thomas!
@@PianoTone You're most welcome. Your channel and reviews and all deserve more subscribers. Thanks. By the way, I'm almost ready to upload some ew425 stuff to RUclips. When I do, I'll link to it in a comment to one of your vids. I'll plug your reviews and channel in the description, because I think a lot of people would benefit from your stuff. Not that many people will see it on my RUclips channel, but what the heck it can't hurt and might bring you a few more viewers.
Great Review. Just got my 670, so I am really excited after viewing this video.
Hey that’s awesome congrats! You’re gonna love it, it’s an amazing piano.
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Thank you for playing Let it Be and Imagine. I really wanted to hear them on this piano since those are two songs I know how to play.
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The best DGX670 Reviews
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Best review! This is what I was waiting for to make a decision. Good work! You covered everything! Thank you!!!
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the review! I have other how-to videos on the DGX here if you're interested: ruclips.net/p/PL_W0EMCT9oNbuGdwmq8-zPMmyIzxCuEYM
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What a phenomenal video, I only can hope that someday I will be able to simulate on my DGX670 the keyboard skills that you possess. I hope in future videos you will be able to address how this keyboard can be used as a MIDI controller for our DAW'S or connectivity to other external controller devices. Thank you so much and I can't wait for your next instructional tutorial on the features of this fantastic keyboard.
Thanks so much that’s very appreciated! The DGX is quite the amazing piano it is going to take me a long time to learn all the ins and outs but I’m looking forward to it!
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I've had my DGX670 for about a year now. Still learning new things about it. I came up from a Casio CGP-700. I absolutely love my Dgx. Saving a registration is challenging, but after using it a lot gets easier. Wish yamaha had made this easier with fewer button pushes. Really wanting to see more videos that you make on the dgx. I'm a member of PSRTUTORIAL and they have lots of styles available for the dgx. Glad I found your channel. Great 1st video on the dgx!!!
Hey thanks so much! I love mine as well, sooo much to learn! There will definitely be more videos coming!
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Is the PSRTUTORIAL a youtube channel or a special group somewhere? How can I join? Thanks!
@@edaytrade2157 do a search on the web for psrtutorial. Great place for everything yamaha
@@edaytrade2157 psrtutorial.com/
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Hi may i know hows the touch of the keys? Is it heavy or soft like a keyboard?
Great video. I bought one of these for my son and haven't used half the things you've shown in this video. I've saved it and look forward to any future videos you might do with it. Thanks for doing this video
Hey thanks a bunch - it is an amazing piano (it’s gonna take me a LONG time to learn all the ins and outs).
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@@PianoTone good idea. I didn't think of it. I will now
I bought the DGX-670 a while back when it first came out and was on sale at Guitar Center for under $800.
Honestly, I wasn't even in the market for a digital piano made for the home consumer market especially in light of already owning a Yamaha CP-88.
But when I walked in to Guitar Center, there it was and I was curious enough to want to sit down and play it. The next thing I know, over two hours passed by and I was blown away enough to pick it up.
What really blew me away was the GHS action of the Keybed. Even though the keys aren't wood like the keybed of the CP88, it's actually more than adequate and feels good to play.
But the secret sauce for me is the main VRM piano patches AND the onboard send and master effects. The reverb for instance is quite remarkable as you can also dial up the reverb granularly from the menu. It's no blue sky type of reverb mind you but it sounds fantastic. The compression settings on the master output is also quite good.
that and the articulation voices and layering capabilities could make this a backup or poor man's stage piano (if I had no other option). It's also currently my main weighted keys midi controller at the moment and it works really well with the Pianoteq 8 Stage Plugin.
If I had to, I'd buy again. For practice it's a killer piano but it's so much more that if you can get into it and dial it up to your preference and feel especially as a solid midi controller.
Yeah this piano is amazing - it’s gonna take me a long time to really dig in but I’m looking forward to it! And yes the GHS action just feels so playable and solid - lots of people criticize Yamaha for not updating it, but - if it’s not broken don’t fix it!
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I bought this piano 2 yrs ago. It is amazing!
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Thank you so much for your in-depth review. I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a digital piano. Also. You are an excellent keyboardist. defiantly a Beatle fan . More of a Stone guy myself. Thank you.
Thanks so much that's very appreciated! Are you planning on getting a DGX? And thanks for checking out the channel, feel free to subscribe - good luck with the piano research!
Great review. I bought one after watching...absolutely love it.
Awesome congrats; it really is an awesome instrument! And thanks for checking out the channel, feel free to subscribe
I have a P125 and bought the smart app. Thanks so much for this video, I have been waiting for this😊😊😊
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Don't understand shy one would buy the smart pianist app for the p125.. Isn't it free of charge?
You sold me... I just ordered! thank you so much!
Hey congrats! You're gonna love this piano it's awesome. I'm going to be doing a lot of videos this year on how to use different features of the DGX so feel free to subscribe so you catch them all!
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Thank you very much. This has lots of details info for beginner like me.
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Great Tutorial and reviews THX!!!!
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thank u for the review! u rock!
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Great indepth review. All viewers will appreciate the time stamp. New subcriber to your channel. Thanks.
Thanks so much! Yeah the timestamps are a must (I was TRYING to be brief in this review lol). Looking forward to getting more in-depth but bite size videos on more specific features
Nice review.
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Great demo and thanks for all the Beatles tunes!
Thanks so much glad you liked the review! It's pretty obvious I'm a Beatles fan lol!
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Great video! Thank you for showing all these functionality so clearly! I just got mine! It is awesome!!! I learn playing the piano on line. So far, I have bluetooth connected my tablet to the dgx670 and use the headphone Jack to link to my headphone(bluetooth enabling). But it would be great if I can have sound from my tablet and the dgx 670 through one bluetooth headphone simultaneously. Is it possible?
Please make more videos on this awesome keyboard! I subscribed to your channel and really look forward to learn more by watching your videos.
Thanks so much! And congrats on your new piano (it IS awesome!). You can’t use Bluetooth headphones with a piano though - but you can use normal headphones connected to the piano and connect your iPad to the piano with either Bluetooth or a cable and hear both through your headphones.
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Beginner buyers of this DGX or any piano or synthesizer, should know...the more complex the front panel looks (full of buttons and knobs/sliders) the easier it is to use. And like this DGX, a large color menu to aid in communication with this instrument makes it the perfect combination of tactile control and menu control. Meaning, it doesn't get any simpler than this when controlling all the features of this instrument. Yes, for anyone wanting to buy a piano tone only, the front panel controls should be 1000x easier to use than what is available today; or at least the option of adding a controller for an added price. Personally, I believe all digital pianos should be just a keyboard, then you buy the sound device separately; this would make for the ideal condition of choosing you preferred action and sound. You could choose Roland for your keyboard action and then add a Yamaha sound module for the sound. You could also add 2 or 3 different sound modules and use each for their strengths without having to pay for and the space for 3 more keyboards. Today's technology would make this a very simple idea.
I think alot of people do go that route; buy a fully weighted MIDI controller with action they like and then whatever sound banks they like. Kind of surprising that the big manufacturers like Yamaha, Roland, Casio haven't gone that route themselves (Yamaha makes a MIDI controller with GHS or NWX action, Roland with PHA4 etc); but maybe that would hurt their "built in sound" piano market too much.
Thanks!
As a piano player I love this idea.
Thanks for detailed and honest review. The issue of being heavy can be positive since good anslog electronic components like speakers are heavy.
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sounds wonderful
Thanks so much! Yes this piano is fantastic
Wow . Were to find other reviews . You pressed so many buttons .i got lost . U are the best demo that i have found
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I have it and love the voice set for each instrument that I can tweek .. makes a big difference as well as added external klipsch speakers and subwoofer makes a big difference as well
The DGX really is an awesome instrument. Thanks for checking out the channel feel free to subscribe
Does the piano cfx gets less metallic and less resonant with external soeakers. I like to play classical music and the sound of it doesn't convince me... Don't know if it is the internal speakers. With headphones it's more neutral in the bass... With puianoteq 8 it's great.
@@compositor82 To be honest I've never used the DGX with external speakers (I live in an apartment) - I quite like the piano sound out of the speakers but piano sound preference is a very personal thing so who knows.
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@@PianoTone Thanks for your response. Its a good piano, specially for the price.I believe I dont have it well EQ and probably the offset and compressor could be bettered. For rock, jazz, pop and yruma style melodys its great, but for more dark sad melodys it lacks the Bosendorfer sound. Ambient piano is close but its just the CFX with brightness at -16 and tempo delay effect.
Excellent review thank u
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there is absolutely no comparison to your explanatory videos to anyone elses on you tube.Its incredible the detail and amount of work you put into this.Thanks.Only one suggestion,i think you shpuld get a better stand because the piano is shaking.
Thanks so much that's very appreciated! And here is the link to my review on the stand I got for the DGX :)
ruclips.net/video/cZoO0add8ek/видео.html
Hi Tony, your videos helped me such a lot already. I do have two questions if you could assist please.
If I recorded a song on the DGX 670 and I want to add more (edit) the recording, is it at all possible? I had the p-s500 and that was easily achieved.
Then, is there a way to re-organise the order of saved Registration banks. Default is in alphabetical order which is not my preference.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Keep up the excellent work.. 👌🏻
I have some videos in my DGX playlist on recording, that might help you (you can edit the MIDI recordings later, you cannot edit an audio recording) : ruclips.net/p/PL_W0EMCT9oNbuGdwmq8-zPMmyIzxCuEYM
There is also a video on registrations and playlists that might help; you can create subfolders for your registrations, or you can just create playlists and choose registrations to move to one after the other.
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22:30 Effects
23:30 Connectivity
26:50 Line outs
28:30 UI
49:00 Registration memory
55:30 Heavy = GREAT build quality
1:00:30 Great for studio
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awesome video! I recently got the DGX 670 myself after much careful research of all available competitor options (I eventually realized that the competing pianos paled in comparison to what the DGX can offer at this price level). Having finally received this piano, booooy was I blown away by just how good it is. Now, I've been trying to figure out how to record videos of me playing but I only have my iphone to record with.
May I ask a question (as I am not tech savvy) - what kind of cable did you use to record this video with your iphone? did you use a "printer-type" USB cable to connect to the "USB to host" port located behind the piano? or did you use a generic USB to phone cable and connected it to the USB slot located on the front panel of the piano? and did you also use a specific app on your phone to record this video? or just the generic camera app on the iphone? I would love to have this quality of recording.
Looking forward to your next videos on the DGX 670!
Hi there! I agree the DGX is amazing! Your first thought is the right one - printer cable (with any necessary adapter - for iPhone you will need a lightning adapter) and I just use the default camera app. Super easy and works like a charm! The front USB slot is only for a flash drive not for connecting to a device.
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@@PianoTone so if I want to record on an android phone I connect the phone to USB port on back of piano?
@@robertmichalscheck3072 Yes you would just use the USB-B port on the back with a normal printer style cable and then whatever adapter you need for your phone. As far as apps go, I would assume the default camera app on your phone should work fine (but I have never done this with an Android phone)
Wow, I have to save to get this exact DGX 670
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very nicely done in all regards
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Great, you finally got the DGX-670. I'm writing this as I watch your video. You already covered one of my main concerns. The key action. From your assessment, and watching you play, I think it will do just fine for me. I don't want anything too heavy. (For example, the Casio Privia Pro PX560 key action is pretty heavy. I think that I'll like the DGX action better, even though the PX560 is a better keyboard in some other regards. But then the PX560 costs a lot more.) Regarding the white key surfaces on the 670 being smooth, I don't think that will be a problem for me, but I wonder if they could be safely roughed up in some way. The 16-track sequencer, the user interface, and the flash drive port in the front are great features. My only question is whether the DGX 670 can record sequencer audio to flash drive. Or is it like the ew425, which can't? I do like that I can play .wav files of tunes that I like from the flash drive of the ew425 that I've put on a USB stick.
Hey Thomas! Just tested that out and yes you can! I recorded some rhythms and chords to a MIDI track stored on the piano; then I went into USB audio record mode (which only records to the flash drive) and just clicked play on the MIDI song area and voila! Works like a charm; I played along with the MIDI output as well, and it all landed nicely on the flash drive as a single audio file. Basically I think it would work on the 425 if they had made separate controls for recording/playing MIDI and recording playing audio (instead of combining them into a shared set of buttons); on the DGX they are in 2 separate places so it works nicely. The MIDI/sequencer section is controlled by buttons in the top left, the audio recording and playback is controlled by a set of "virtual" buttons that appear on the screen that you control with the context sensitive buttons under the screen.
As far as the key action, I love the GHS and even though the surface is smooth, I don't find it slippery at all. Actually my Casiotone CT-S1 keyboard (which I do really like) has a matte finish, but to be honest I find it MORE slippery than the smooth keys on the DGX; the more keyboards I test and play, the more I start to think it's more about the material the keys are made of than whether it has a matte finish or not.
@@PianoTone Thanks Tony. That's good news. The DGX-670 is going to be an early 2023 present to myself. Regarding the keys, yeah, you might well be correct about the material vs the finish. I think I remember a keyboard review video where the reviewer said that slicker finishes on keys can actually become stickier with extended play, and that that is what the matte finish helps resist. Anyway, I've never had a problem with, for example, the ew425 key finish, which I suppose is similar to the DGX-670 even though the action is different. I've played the ew425 for about 3 hours straight at the longest, with no problems.
Also this piano notates your music as you play u can print out your music score as well so many features but this one is very very good you would have to pay for a program like dorico etc to get that
Thanks!
Thanks for this amazing video ! It took me quiet buisy for a while and then I didn’t yet see everything off it ! I do have the DGX670 for a year and a half now. I tried several times to go through the manial but I always stucked. So it is a real relief to see this video and learn all possibilities I didn’t know ! May I ask - it was in the chapter about connectivity I saw this possibility I wasn’t aware off - which usb cable I can use to connect ‘usb to host’ with my Ipad pro ? and which usb cable you use for your Iphone?
I use Bandlab and Garageband and have a Focusrite Scarlett interface but it seems I don’t really need this interface ?
Thanks so much! You use a USB cable (like a normal printer cable) and an Apple Lightning Adapter to connect to the iPad. So no you don’t need an external audio interface to send audio to garage band. Also note that audio goes both directions - so if you are listening to other tracks, let’s say a drum track in GarageBand while you record you may want to turn audio loop back off on the piano. Otherwise the drums you’re listening to will get sent back to the iPad and also get included in the piano track. Hope that helps!
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@@PianoTone many thanks for your answer ! I know what to buy now. Such a pitty that the DGX can’t connect with speakers, so I do need the Focusrite anyway if I want to connect speakers.
@@elisaremaut7584 Yeah if you want external speakers you will need a mixer to mix the LR signals from the piano so you could use the Focusrite as just a mixer.
❤ this piano (while typically Yamaha still lacking authencity in the mids) outperforms every other piano - regardless the price (even in up to $5000 range). The only competition (regarding purely piano sound) being Kawai ES120 and Casio CDP-S350
It is a fabulous instrument!
Very good explanation, thank you Sir. Question: would you recommend this piano for a beginner old person, to learn autodidactic way ??, Thank you in advance
Absolutely it is a fantastic product; if you don't want all the extra features and a simpler piano then I would recommend the P-225 or P-145 (I have reviews on those on my channel as well).
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Hello! Thank you for all the valuable information you give us. I wanted to ask you a question... on the Yamaha DGX 670 in midifile songs, can instrument changes be saved as midi? Thanks again for your help. Greetings
Thanks for the kind words! To be honest I haven’t spent much time with the midi songs yet so I’m not sure! Hopefully I can get to that in a future video!
Hi and thanks for doing this great video. Do you know if the screen on the DGX-670 can be dimmed for very low light situations making it easier on the eyes, like maybe night time when you get a song idea in the middle of the night Lol? Thanks in advance.
Hey there! Took a look through the manual and the menu and don't see any way to adjust it; but the manual is HUGE so I could have missed it. The display isn't overly bright though; it's really nice on the eyes actually.
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@@PianoTone Thank you so much and many blessings to you.
Hi Tony! Still learning a lot on my DGX 670, thanks to you! In one of your video (recording), you mentioned you were thinking of creating and posting a specific video on "Creating backtracks"... Will you follow up on this great idea? Thanks!
I hope to . . . super busy with so many different projects on the go (not to mention working FT lol). Stay tuned though, I HOPE to get to that in 2024 :)
@@PianoTone I can see that you work a lot! ;) Many thanks for your effort and, mostly, thanks for helping me understand my DGX 670... Much appreciated!! Looking forward to tune you in 2024 and onwards! 😜
Hi Tony. Thanks f🎉your DGX-670 videos. I'm a new owner and loving it. Have a question. I wonder why Yamaha didn't include Bluetooth OUT. I have Bluetooth studio monitors and it would be awesome to be able to send the audio from the DGX to my speakers or to headphones wirelessly. That would also help to address it not having full TRS output jacks. Can't really understand why they didn't provide this since it already allows Bluetooth IN so the necessary hardware should already be present. Any ideas why they didn't do this? Do you know of any devices that can attach to the 1/4" headphone OUT jack and then stream to Bluetooth? Seems like there should be something available. Appreciate anything you have on this. Thanks.
Thanks so much! I'm actually not sure I've ever seen a piano/keyboard with BlueTooth audio OUT before; I'm assuming it would be because it would be laggy. Some keyboard have BlueTooth MIDI out (so you can send keypresses to a MIDI app on a device which has sounds built in) but I've always found BlueTooth MIDI to be too laggy to be of any use. Don't know of any devices that do that either (I know of the ones that RECEIVE BlueTooth audio but never seen one that sends it - might be out there . . .)
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Thanks for the review. I just purchased a new DGX-670. I'm looking for a 3 pedal set but am not using the Yamaha mount so their pedals unit won't work. Seems odd that Yamaha doesn't offer a separate free-standing pedal set for the DGX-670 since they market this as a "portable" keyboard. Do you know of any after market pedals that will work with the DGX-670? Amazon shows a few but it doesn't look Ike they'll work with the 670. Appreciate any info. Thanks
Hi there! I have a 3rd party pedal I got from Amazon from "DAOK"; did a review here: ruclips.net/video/pYFaH5luaSY/видео.html It works fine, but FYI Yamaha has FINALLY released a portable triple pedal the FC-35 - I haven't seen one yet but hope to rent one and test it as soon as it is available where I am. geni.us/66clwX8
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Please tell me what your opinion is about the grand piano sound on the dgx 670 vs the psr ew-425.....are they close or is there a big difference between them? The local music stores near me don't have the ew-425 in stock...so i can't compare them.
your reviews showed me the differences between the two...but the piano sound is the most important factor for me. Thanks
The grand piano sound on the DGX is a totally different level than the 425; it’s amazing. The piano on the 425 is impressive for the price, but the DGX has far more polyphony and a far more detailed sample (pretty much all the sounds on the DGX are considerably higher quality). The DGX is also almost twice the price though.
Hey mate, great vid (as always) - I've got a question but I think I already know the answer haha - would dig your opinion though.
I'm a solo acoustic musician as my main source of income - but I write synthwave music and want to take that idea, 80s synth inspired tracks and covers and gig those instead, on keys. I can play keys at a high enough level for this (I started playing music on keys).
Anyway - I want to know your 2c on the right choice for this idea - within the context of it being a one-man-band.
Both the DGX670 and EW425 (and SX600) will let me do this with premade accompaniment - that's fine I supposed, can always save for a higher-end synth and a looper or whatever to do everything my way building from scratch in a year or two.
But right now, I want to do that, with grooves/styles - I play 4 hour gigs, usually 2-3x per week, and the instrument would also be used to record things at home (maybe not piano practice.. I have a digital piano with 88 weighted keys for that).
What would you recommend for the very actively gigging musician, for a one-man-band?
The DGX670 seems a bit heavy considering how often I play so I think just based on weight alone, I know the answer.
But I'm curious to know if the DGX670 has something that makes it worth hauling that extra weight around, for people like myself that gig often.
I also have another question for any arranger keyboard - maybe it's not your forte but, how would you go about making sure the right grooves/styles match the song?
Can you set up like a setlist in the keyboards?
My thinking is just.. have notes on my phone/tablet about the grooves/tempos and just quickly dial them in in-between songs - would obviously work, but if there's a smoother way to run through a setlist that these keyboards might have, I'd love to know about that too.
Hey sorry for the later reply! Your comment landed in my RUclips spam (no idea why!) and I just saw it. Given how much you are gigging (unless you have roadies ;) I'd be leaning the 425 (or the SX600 if you want to spend that much more and need fancier arranger features) - not only is the DGX 50 lbs, but it's big and bulky as well, and it doesn't have L/R line outs for connecting to PAs etc (you can use the headphone port, but that's not the best). I just bought the stand for it and even moving that around and getting it set up wasn't fun.
Just to complicate things though, the DGX has a ton of features I've already discovered (and I haven't even gotten really started in learning all that this thing can do) that would actually be great for a performer:
- the accompaniment is light years ahead; options for shorter intros and endings (the 425's are massively long), 4 variations vs 2, etc
- unlimited registrations instead of 32 (that's how I would deal with changes on your gigs between songs; use an app like SongBook Pro - I have a review on my channel it's awesome; you can display lyrics, chords even start and stop a backing track from within, but you can make set lists in there and add notes to the top like "Reg #26 etc"
- setlists (I haven't looked into this yet but I know it has them)
- FIFTY things you can do with the triple pedal unit + sustain (start and stop rhythms, switch variations, throw in percussion like cymbal crashes, modulation or rotary, the list is insane); and there is a 3rd party portable triple pedal on Amazon I've HEARD works OK but I haven't tested it
I haven't played an SX600 but from what I understand it's arranger features are more on par with the DGX but it's much more portable, BUT it seems insanely $$$ to me, it's way more than the DGX is with basically the same brain but no weighted action.
So I guess since you have a weighted piano at home for piano practice, I'd probably still lean to the EW425 (lineouts, bigger speakers, less than half the weight, and the onboard mic mute/talk/effects button is awesome; DGX can do those things but it's in the menu), unless you REALLY need the fancier arranger features in which case either be ok hauling around a beast of a keyboard or pay more for the SX600?
Hope that helps and sorry again for the late response!
Let me know what you decide!
What I would really like to see is a head to head comparison between this DGX-670 and the new Roland FP-E50. I am buying a new keyboard as soon as we move to our new house. Currently live in a condo and it does not have enough area for a full sized keyboard. Right now I am playing with the PSR-E473 but really want a full sized keyboard.
Hey there; I actually JUST uploaded a preview of that keyboard (I haven't seen one yet but I went through the specs and the manual and it will definitely give the DGX670 some competition).
I actually compare the 2 a bit in this video as well if you want to check it out: ruclips.net/video/ELZcKbp6zg4/видео.html
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Tony, please produce another DGX670 video as it has been way too long since your last one and I know that myself and all your other DGX670 subscribers have enjoyed your very informative videos on this fantastic keyboard and of course because you are so good at explaining the features of this instument we are now experiencing withdrawals and just want more.
LOL Robert! Thanks for the kind words; I’m actually on holidays right now, but definitely have some videos in mind for the DGX - will start working on one when I’m back!
Great information thank you a question , is it possible to layer vocal recordings with the features on the Dgx670 alone
Hey there; I haven't actually had a chance to dive into the 16 track sequencer yet, but I think it's safe to assume that's all MIDI only, so no vocals. I suppose you could record a vocal track, play it back using BlueTooth or the aux in, and then record a new audio track that includes it with another vocal layer, but I doubt that's what you're after.
Hope that helps!
Hi Tony, This is an excellent video giving lot of details about this beautiful instrument and I am watching this to make my purchase decision. I found your video very helpful.
Currently, I own Yamaha P-140 digital piano and I want to upgrade. But, my wish-list is big ;-)
(1) Great CFX Piano Sound with 88 GHS Keys for good Piano playing experience.
(2) Built-in Workstation/Arranger Capability with 16-Track Linear Sequencer
(3) A True Synthesizer with Multi-Sampling Capability. (DGX-670 is not in this league.)
I am stuck in choosing between Yamaha DGX-670 and Yamaha MODX8+.
Though, I know that DGX-670 is not a Synthesizer and Yamaha MODX8+ has almost everything that I am looking for, one big DGX-670 feature of recording Audio directly to USB Flash Drive is still missing on Yamaha MODX8+ ! I simply can't ignore DGX-670 even if it's not a Synthesizer.
Do you have any experience and opinion for Yamaha MODX8+ Synthesizer? It too has 88 GHS Keys and CFX Piano sounds. I am having a hard-time to make a choice and accept the "Tradeoff".
Thanks so much! And sorry but I don't have any experience with Yamaha's MOD or MX line of keyboards; the flash drive recording is super handy. Other things to consider: looking at the specs for the MOD, it has L/R lineouts which if you plan to use the keyboard to perform/gig with, the DGX only has a headphone out (the L/R outs are better for that). And lastly, does the MOD have a built in USB audio interface? The DGX does which is also a very handy feature (can send audio direct to a recording device / app like a camera app on a phone or a DAW on a pc etc) without needing an external audio interface.
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@@PianoTone No problem and Thank you very much for reverting.
Yes, your observation for L/R Line-outs is another important aspect to take decision.
Yahama MODX+ can send Audio data to DAW through "MIDI To Host" and actually it can also record performance (What you play) on USB Drive in Audio format. So yes it has Audio Interface.
But I need to do a research on whether we can play already recorded complete MIDI Song file on the MODX+ and can send its Audio data directly to USB Drive or not, because I read someone mentioning that its not possible as Buttons for Playing Midi Songs and Recording Audio are shared. But I need to validate it.
Thanks once again for great video! I think mostly I will go for DGX-670! 🙂
@@PianoTone Yes, and one more thing. I subscribed!
Hello, thank you very much for this video!
I'm torn between the DGX-670 and the Roland FP-E50, which one would you recommend me? I"ve never touched a real piano and I'm looking for a model with a good piano sound and great other instruments like guitar and electric piano, again, thank you for the video and the article!
Depends on whether you need portability (going to band practices, gigs etc); if yes get the Roland if no I’d recommend the Yamaha.
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@@PianoTone I don't plan on taking it outside frequently, I'll get the Yamaha, thank you for the response!
Hi! Thanks for this helpful video! I just got my DGX-670 today and it's great but one thing worries me a bit: is it normal for every B key to have a scratching sound, like there is a bit of friction when it's being depressed (can be heard at 20% volume? Thanks!
Hi there! No that is definitely NOT normal. Do you mean a physical sound coming from the keyboard (like you can hear it when you press B keys while the piano is turned off?) If so and the piano is new I would contact whoever you purchased it from to diagnose the issue and get it replaced or repaired
@@PianoTone Thank you for the quick reply! Yes, even when turned off. It's mechanical, like a scratch (not loud) when the key goes down and up... The other keys don't have it...also B6 seems to be fine...
@@remx012 I don't know enough about the insides of these to recommend fixing it on your own (and with a beautiful new piano like this one especially) that is under warranty I would contact whoever you bought it from. Sorry you're having this issue, best of luck getting it fixed /replaced! Let me know how that goes!
Thx,nice demo,I’ve had this keyboard a couple years now,I’d like to upgrade maybe to psr xs900,only problem is I like 88 fully weighted keys,guess I would also have to buy a controller to have that setup,I got this mainly for the accompaniment,I like playing with a beat and rythym section,know of any other keyboards with that functionality?dgx is great but I want a more advanced rythym section with more optional drum beats and backing,as this is rather limited in that respect,I I guess the korg arranger keyboards are pretty good,but I heard the learning curve can be quite a chore,I’m not much of a techie.
For fully weighted keys but good arranger features, I don't know of one better than the DGX myself. I haven't had the chance to see the Korg XE20, but I owned an EK50 (non weighted) and it had good arranger features, but nowhere near that of the DGX670 (and from what I understand, the arranger features on the EK50 are similar to that on the XE20). I also owned a Casio PX-S3000 and I did like that piano, mostly for the combo of portability with arranger features, but it's still not as full featured as the DGX.
As far as I know, if you wanted weighted keys with higher end arranger features then yes you'd need to find the arranger keyboard with the features you want and then get a controller with weighted keys.
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@@PianoTone okay,sounds good,you pretty much said what I was thinking,I just wanted to get your opinion,thx,I don’t think the dgx would work as a controller,pretty limited connectability,no midi ports,etc,
Nice review how is the base sounds
The bass guitar sounds are great, but I'm surprised there is no bass+cymbal combo like on other Yamahas; still good though!
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Still own a dgx-650. They are great instruments for a great price. Since I am not that skilled that I profit from all features of the dgx-650, buying a dgx-670 is not on my bucket list though. I'm sure the voices are even better, but I mostly use just the standard piano voice anyways.
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After being wowed by this phenomenal Yamaha DGX-670 digital piano/keyboard with so many sounds and features, I have one basic question: How long will it go before malfunctioning? I have owned many Yamaha PSR keyboards, and as much as I have loved them all, I have been disappointed with the ultimate breakdowns (now with about four that I cannot use in performance anymore). What is the durability of this keyboard? My use of this monster keyboard will be live performance, maybe five times a week, moving from place to place, and also in studio. How long will it last before needing repair...the motherboard, key response, LED panel - issues I have had with my $200-$300 Yamaha PSR keyboards? Love your simple demonstration and review.
Hi there! To be honest I haven't put any of my keyboards through as much as what it sounds like you have (live performances multiple times a week) so not really fair for me to comment on that. What I can say is after 3 years of buying, selling and renting keyboards I honestly haven't had ANY keyboard that I've owned have anything fail, but my gut feeling on overall quality on a brand by brand basis I would put Yamaha 1st, Korg 2nd, then Roland/Casio about the same - following that would be Alesis, iNovus and then Donner at the bottom.
The DGX is without a doubt far more substantially built than the PSR series, but it would be a beast to have to move around that much - it's bulky and weighs 50 lbs (also doesn't have line outs for performing - you'd need to connect to amps/PA with the headphone out; works, but not as ideal).
I have a P-125 as well that I absolutely love, and it's far more portable at half the weight, but it's not an arranger. If you need arranger features live, I have heard the higher end Yamaha PSR arrangers (SX600,700,900) are sturdier built than the E series but to be honest haven't tried one.
Last thing I'll mention (sorry for rambling) is Roland has a new arranger with weighted keys that looks very impressive (even though I find their action to be too heavy for my liking) but you might want to check it out: Roland FP-E50 (I talk about it briefly at the end of my recent review on the Roland FP-30X.
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What did you end up getting?
Can you connect this to a pair of studio monitors using the single headphone jack, or would this result in a lot of humming and buzzing?
I’m sure it would be fine - use a 1/8” stereo to 2x1/4” mono splitter cable (or if your monitors happen to have a 1/8” “aux in” stereo port then you could just use a 1/8” stereo cable. It won’t be as clean of a signal as a line out but I’m sure it would be fine.
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Just received a DGX 670 and watching your videos. Have been using a PSR E373 and used the Harmony button a lot. Can’t find similar button on DGX 670. I do see how to set parameters (2 note, 3 note, etc.) but can’t find how to trigger the harmony while playing. Can you help.
Press the voice effect button - harmony is in there.
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I just checked and I saw that the price of the stand went up to $170. from $100. a $70 increase for a few pieces of wood....The pedal unit went from $80. to $100. Including tax, the price for these two items went up about $100.....
If i can ever listen to the psr ew-425 i my buy it, if it sounds good to me....I hope the piano sound on it has improved a lot from the keyboard it replaced......I really enjoy your videos...
Thanks Robert! If it's prices on Amazon you're talking about, you can often see higher ones from certain sellers; the price of the stand hasn't changed in retail stores for awhile if you end up going that way just make sure you check prices with other retailers as well.
The main piano on the 473/425 is a huge improvement on the 463's main piano; it's actually a smaller improvement over the 373 (the 373 had a better piano sound than the 463, it was much newer).
E463 Review: ruclips.net/video/e6X-KZv-MVA/видео.html
E373 vs E473 Voices: ruclips.net/video/0Ru4WZtSWng/видео.html
3rd party triple pedal works! :)
Awesome! Do you have the DAOK one from Amazon?
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Yamaha really needs to release a "DGX-670 Lite" with no built-in speakers, no app or smart interconnectivity, evenly-weighted keybed, lightweight chassis (Replace the MDF board with an aluminium alloy one) but with a pair of decent stereo L/R output, 6-8 registration memory switches and, if possible, an XY pitch/mod joystick.
They kind of do have that - the PSR-EW425 is a fabulous keyboard. 76 keys, L/R line outs, mic input with gain, live control knobs, and under 20 lbs (and that's WITH 24 watt speakers!)
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With the connectivity to a Daw, does that mean one could generate music score with what's being played?
The DGX has a 16 track midi recorder onboard, and you can display a score of what you record right on the screen. If you export the midi to a device then there are apps/software that can display a score for you from the midi.
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I love the DGX 670. But, there's no way to use an expression pedal to change main or layer volumes it seems. The PSR SX9000 has an input, but I rather have 88 weighted + CFX sound. Ordered the 3rd party sustain pedal and hope it activates all the rhythm functions desired. Thank you Sir for responding to questions I had quickly.
Just checked the reference manual from Yamaha's website (this isn't listed in the owner's manual); there are 50 functions you can assign to any of the 4 pedals but looks like layer volume is not one of them :(
The functions available are on page 76
@@PianoTone The triple pedal does say DAOK but it's also known as a ATNEDCVH. It's beautiful.
I am currently looking into getting my first keyboard and have narrowed it down to either the DGX 670 or the Ew425 - Is there a reason one is bettter than the other. ( ie ew425 is newer has little more voices - 670 is older but has 88 weighted keys etc). What can you tell me. Thank you for your videos !!!!!!!!!
I have both and they're both awesome. The DGX is almost twice the price (at least where I live), for that you get:
- fully weighted graded hammer action keys
- significantly higher quality voices (way more polyphony, better/more complex samples, virtual resonance modeling for piano voices
- much more advanced arranger features
- unlimited registrations, triple pedal compatible, better user interface
The EW425 has the following benefits:
- great voices and arranger features (for the price!)
- great user interface (again for the the price)
- far more portable (smaller in size and weighs 18 lbs as opposed to 50 lbs; the DGX is a beast)
- bigger speakers; not necessarily better sounding, but more powerful (24 watts vs 12)
- can run on BATTERIES!
- L/R line outs (the DGX only has a headphone which is not as good for connecting to an amp, PA system etc)
So basically, if you don't care about not having weighted piano action (the synth action on the 425 is VERY light), AND you want to perform with your keyboard, the 425 might be a better option because it's light, can run on batteries, has bigger speakers and the L/R line outs. Conversely, if you do want or are/want to be "used to" playing a realistic piano action and don't intend to take the piano to perform, then the DGX is the way to go (the lack of the L/R line outs doesn't matter if it is staying at home).
You mentioned this would be your first keyboard; have you tested out the feel of keyboards in stores before? If not you might want to go and play around on a weighted key digital piano as opposed to a keyboard. They're very different; I personally find I can be more expressive on the DGX than on a synth action like the 425 (more granular control of how hard you are hitting the keys and how loud the sound is as a result).
So I finally decided to make the DGX 670 my main home studio piano (and I LOVE it); now I'm trying to decide if I want to keep the 425 as a gigging keyboard or if going back and forth between fully weighted and synth will be challenging for me.
Sorry for the long response, I hope this helps!
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@@PianoTone Thank you very much for your fast response. This does help alot. I dont see myself gigging or even moving it. This would just be for home use and to hook up to a DAW. So I dont think i would need a battery option. As of late, I have not even seen anyone carry the ew425 in any online store for months. I really didnt want to drop down to the ew310 and was then looking at the DGX at first just due to the availability. however, the more I look at them the more I like the 670 over the 425. If the voices, effects and overall features are better the the 425, It just seems the way to go. Thank you again. Also, subscribed awhile back :) love your videos Keep them coming.
Sounds like the 670 might be for you - and good call not going to the 310; it’s also good for the price but the 425 is a massive upgrade from that.
Will the lack of a proper left and right connection affect any sort of sound quality? When I perform, I usually use one connection anyways and apparently, you can change the setting to a line out, so I'm assuming it keeps the same quality?
Hey there! Actually the DGX-670 doesn't have the ability to switch from headphone to line level anymore (the DGX-660 did have this feature). You can set the output level of the headphones, but there is no "switch to line level" anymore, so I'm not sure this is any different than just an extra gain (or less) gain option. Whether that can take the output to a line level or not I don't know (I might need to contact Yamaha about that and see); given that it is still being amplified I would GUESS that it can't (and I think it's a safe bet that making alterations to this level still won't create a summed L/R signal like you get out of just using an L port on a piano with L/R line outs).
So you would need to use either a 1/8" TRS to 1/4" TR cables splitter and use 2 ports on whatever amp/pa you're using, or if your amp has a stereo input option like an aux in then you could take a 1/8" TRS to 1/8" or 1/4" TRS. It does work, but the quality won't be quite as good (although I know pro players who gig with headphone outs all the time and are fine with it).
Personally I find the DGX to be way too bulky and heavy to move around anyways (50 lbs) - I bought a used P-125 for that reason; identical key action, great sounds, and half the weight with line outs.
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@@PianoTone Thank you so much for the response! That's such a shame because I really love all the sounds and arranger features on it! Definitely subbed :)
@@RIS3N1 If the sounds and arranger features are more important than the weighted keys, take a look at the PSR-SX600 - I can't speak from experience because I've never seen one in person, but from what I understand the arranger features are comparable to the DGX and it weighs half as much (but has synth action non weighted keys, and will share many voices, but the main piano voice on the DGX will be better)
And I also reviewed the PSR-EW425 on my channel which is a 76 key arranger from Yamaha's entry level line (the SX is the pro line); the arranger features on the EW425 are good but a big step down from the DGX.
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This model has a VOLUME ADJUSTMENT for the incoming audio like from a laptop. Nice! My Kawai ES920 at twice the cost does not. Duh. And oh, do use a GROUND LOOP NOISE ISOLATOR, (I got a Besign model from Amazon costing $10) if you connect your laptop to the audio in of these pianos. Otherwise you could get hum and crackle noises.
I'm using the Bluetooth audio in and it works really well but thanks for that info! I may need to check into that for some of my other keyboards.
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Whatever you say three or four or five levels of touch sensitivity, does that mean there are that number of different levels with which the keys can be hit? In other words there are only that number of distinct variations of the sound? Or does it mean something else?
No, it means you can adjust the level of touch response to match your playing style, so that you can maximize your control over getting soft or loud sounds. For example, if I tend to play hard, pound the keys etc - if I leave the touch sensitivity on normal/medium, it will be hard for me to get softer sounds; so I would set the touch sensitivity to be hard which means it takes more pressure to result in the same sound.
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@@PianoTone that makes more sense thank you..
Hi, Tony - which keyboard do you feel has a better piano - the supernatural engine in the FP-E50, or the VRM technology in this DGX-670?
That's totally subjective; one person will say Yamaha the other Roland. I think my honest opinion is the Roland technology might be a bit better, but I very much (personally) prefer Yamaha's sounds. Hope that helps!
@@PianoTone Thanks Tony - appreciate your comments. BTW, Yamaha now makes a portable 3 pedal device very similar to the aftermarket device you reviewed - but it's Yamaha, intended for the DGX670, and sells for about $136 CAD. Long&McQuade has it on their web site. No stand required - just plug it in. I'll probably buy one. Re stands - is the particleboard stand you're currently using better - more sturdy - than the metal Z stand you were using?
@@charlesworton4020 Yes, FINALLY Yamaha came out with that pedal! Looking forward to trying one out. The Yamaha stand for the DGX is solid as a rock it's awesome (as long as you don't want to move your piano around etc - it's best when actually attached to the stand).
The stand I use for all my other keyboards is absolutely amazing: Liquid Stands Z stand: ruclips.net/video/ATuvqJ5FW-0/видео.html
It's awesome because if you get the 2nd tier you can attach all sorts of stuff (tablet clamps, mics etc) to the cross brace.
@@PianoTone I'm space constrained, so the idea of stacking two keyboards onto one stand is appealing. For that reason, I might go with the Liquid Stand. What part of the country are you in?
Hello. Do you think that the USB audio interface connection on the DGX-670 will work with Android smartphones as it does with Apple smartphones? Thanks in advance.
I’ve never tested it with an android but I don’t see why it wouldn’t - but I do only have apple devices.
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@@PianoTone Thank you my friend. I've been thinking about trying the DGX-670 because it seems to meet the requirements I've desired. Such as helping you with writing and or composing music, also the audio interface factor that allows you to upload music on to RUclips via the cell phone's USB port rather than just using the cell phone's microphone which wouldn't sound as good. The keybed seems to be the main concern aside from the lack of (L /R) audio outputs. Do you think that the keybed would be great for piano practice, or maybe it's not good enough to practice on.
@@shadrachjackson752 The fully weighted and graded GHS hammer action on the DGX-670 (same as on the P-125 and P-45) is my favorite piano action ever, it is super well built and solid to play, it feels very comfortable. It's slightly lighter than actions like the Roland PHA4; I personally prefer lighter actions. But that differs from person to person, so your best bet is to try the GHS out in person if possible.
@@PianoTone Ok then thanks again for your reply.
Is the Yamaha DGX-670 enabled to connect with the Smart Pianist App ? Thanks in advance for your feedback.
No, but you don't really need that app with the DGX; it has so many features built in and a wonderful user interface. With the P-125 the ap adds a lot to the features.
@@PianoTone Any chance you get the P-225 available for testing and comparing it to DGX-670? That comparison would be quite exciting!
@@smilanovic I do plan on renting one soon to do a review and maybe quick comparison with the DGX-670 and CK88. Stay tuned!
First Musical Instrument for me. Can a Boss looper be used with this device?
Hi there - to be honest I have no clue what a boss looper even does - I’m not the correct person to ask lol
Thank you for this. How would you compare this to the Roland fpE50?
I should be more specific. I am teaching myself to read fake books (mostly jazz standards). I've rented the fpE50, LOVE the accompaniment function but find the piano sound has a high pitched overtone on some notes that really bothers my ears. I had rented the fp30x as well and LOVED it. It didn't have the same issues with the piano sound. My second concern is: I love how large the chord is displayed on the FpE50 and noticed it is very very small on the Yamaha. Do you know if that can be made larger? Thank you!
@@utensil7granny I didn't notice a big difference in the main piano sound between the E50 and 30X (but didn't test them side by side); maybe some extra effects on the E50 enabled? You can't adjust the display size on the DGX. I did a review on the E50 here (which has a comparison at the end that includes the DGX): ruclips.net/video/r2I973DiNsA/видео.html
The big difference to me is the E50 is more portable, has L/R lineouts, and has the chord chart functionality the Yamaha doesn't.
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I've had my 670 for over a year now, and my only regret is that I don't spend enough time on the thing. The one secret I'm dying to learn is: what's the magic button combination you have to hold down when powering it up that enables one to take screenshots and save them to a thumbdrive? This can be done with other Yamaha keyboards, but it's apparently Top-Top-Top Secret (assuming it is indeed possible; it seems highly unlikely that the screenshots included in the manuals are simulated) and nobody has figured it out yet.
I’ve never heard of that before! Would be handy for making my videos!
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Did you ever figure out the secret?
@@cinepost Can't say that I have, not that I've devoted that much effort to it. But it sure seems like, if Yamaha would put such a capability into some of it's keyboards, they'd do it with all of them.
Is it ok to buy DGX 670 NOW ?? or should I go with yamaha's new P- S500 piano ?? What would you suggest !!
I own a DGX-670 and it is amazing; I personally would never but the P-S500; I think it is far too expensive - it is almost twice the price of the DGX, and if you offered either to me for free I would choose the DGX. I don't think the "falling note" lights (synthesia style) is a good way to learn piano - it's not teaching you anything, it's like a video game.
If you're deciding between the 2, the DGX-670 is a FAR better choice. Thanks for checking out the channel, feel free to subscribe.
@@PianoTone thanks a lot for your reply..here in india i am getting DGX 670 @ 1140 USD $ and P -S500 @ 1750$ approx both with pedal unit and stand
How do you think the DGX dash 670 compares to the EW 425 keyboard
Hey there! The user interface on the 425 is awesome but the DGX is way better (it’s the best user interface I’ve seen)
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Yamaha is the only one that puts component speakers into its compact DPs and the difference can be heard. Why can't the rest do the same? 😄 For example, Casio could have added a pair of tweeters to the PX-S6000 and PX-S7000 instead of 4 16cm x 8cm.
The best feature of the DGX-670? The Grand Piano shaped button on the console! 😂
Yeah I was really surprised how good they sounded - those new Casios are nice, but WOW expensive! The 7000 sells for 3X the price of the DGX where I am (and still no built in audio interface!).
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This is great! Only thing is it too heavy. I would defenitly buy one if it is lighter.
It is crazy heavy (the case is REALLY solid); if you're not requiring fully weighted keys have you ever looked at the Yamaha PSR-EW425? It's synth action, but is a tremendous value and super portable even runs on batteries (it's like a "DGX-Lite")
Did a review here if you want to check it out:
ruclips.net/video/uDN0uMncuWc/видео.html
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I don't know why I like dgx670 more. I know that the 515 is much better.. Is the sound quality of the dgx output better than the mono output?
The P-515 has L/R outputs so for connecting to external devices (audio interfaces, amps, PA etc) that will be better quality than the headphone out on the DGX-670 (it has no lineouts; headphone outs are a "dirtier" signal, usually amplified). For recording my reviews though, both pianos have audio interfaces built into the USB ports so that is how I recorded both of them (which is a very clean direct signal).
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I just bought a new Yamaha DGX-670, sorry no looper! I would like to ask you, if you can help me with this, I would be grateful. Greetings from turkey.
Hi there - not quite sure what your question is? Congratulations on the new DGX 670!
Hows the CFX sound on its speakers?? I mean how is the speaker quality?? Does it produces good piano sound??
The speakers on the DGX sound fantastic; I think alot of it is that they face up (I hate downward and backward facing speakers) and that the case is so big and heavy so the speakers sound better that way.
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Hey Tony....thanks for replying...i was actually planning to buy a digital piano....because my main interest was a GOOD piano sound and GHS action..later i found out about DGX series...which has both plus a keyboard....so its like two in one..a digital piano and a keyboard...i am buying this now for sure.....your explanations are so detailed and to the point.....i already subscribed....
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Yes, the greatest sounding speakers ever on a portable piano...but...still not great compared to the sound of good studio quality headphones or near field monitors. To make great sound from speakers isn't associated with amplification watts, but from providing recovery amplification from peak outputs, and pianos have lots of peak output. Speakers drivers and the cabinets they reside in, along with the resistance (OHMs) tune the sound and require the proper amount of amp watts. So amplifier specifications on a home piano don't mean much. Volume: I doubt any home piano is going to exceed the sound of an acoustic grand piano for volume. Great sound comes from clean amplification and fast recovery, cabinet size, driver quality, tuned cabinet (ported or not), crossover quality, and DACs Digital to analog converter, and pre-amp quality.
Hello
iOS operating process before my Yamaha dgx 670 digital piano
(appstore) "chord tracker" application used to see it via Bluetooth, but now it cannot find it, but everything is different. In the iPhone Bluetooth settings, the device is found and connected without any problems, but it is not found in the application. You tried it on Android and different iPhones, the problem is the same.
Currently, the Yamaha DGX 670 program version is 1.03. Maybe if I update the problem parts, but the update file has been seen.
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Just got this today but have a problem with the sustain. The sustain only seems to work with piano voices for other voices like strings it only holds the note for a couple seconds. This is a limitation that is a problem as my other higher end keyboards don’t have this problem.
Do you mean when you are using a sustain pedal and it is depressed the strings do not sustain? Or do you mean it has a fast natural decay when not holding the pedal? I've always found Yamaha does a far better job than the competition of not having strings (when layered with a piano) keep getting too loud and overpowering the piano.
Couple things to check - if it is when using the pedal you are referring to; make sure sustain pedal is not turned off/set to control something else; and also you can (within the "Voice Set" menu) adjust the decay rate of any voice.
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I think that's not the DGX, that's Yamaha. If you are getting instantaneous release without the pedal and with the pedal it's about 2-3 seconds, then it is very similar to how my PSR-E373 handles the situation. Since strings don't have sustain pedals, there's no right or wrong answer but other companies have different doctrines and it's a matter of preference.
Does anyone know how to add instruments to styles. There’s a couple of empty slots that I want to add something to. There’s also a slot that has an instrument already loaded that I can’t turn on. The channel is active but that little orange light above it I’m not able to toggle it on.
When selected piano + strings , strings won't sustain when used sustain pedal..anyway settings i need to do?
Press "Direct Access" then press your sustain pedal and the pedal menu will open. In the bottom right is a choice for sustain on/off for main, layer and split voices - make sure it is ON for layer. Hope that helps!
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Yes the sustain is turned for layers
Still sustain for strings is not working
@@gouthaml895 I think that is the way it is supposed to behave by default (because a string instrument has no "sustain pedal" so it should have a natural decay). What you might want to try is to edit the strings voice (using "Voice Set") and alter the release (make it a bigger number) to try and get the behaviour you want.
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I'm a guitarist. I just bought a Yamaha DGX-670, it's a very nice piano, but since it doesn't have a loop chord, I can't play the guitar from behind and accompany myself. I couldn't find the loop infrastructure!! can you help me thank you very much
There are rhythms and accompaniment I don’t know of a looping feature
Yamaha PSR - EW400 - (76 Keys) Compare Yamaha DGX - 670 ?
Hi there. I've never played the EW400, or the EW410 (those are older versions of the EW425). I did a full review on the EW425 here if you would like to check it out: ruclips.net/video/uDN0uMncuWc/видео.html
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What does vrm after mean .i like the sound u have i only want piano 😅
VRM = Virtual resonance modeling; basically makes piano sounds a bit more realistic by trying to alter the sounds slightly based on how you are playing (to mimic an acoustic piano).
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How does this yamaha 670 action compare with
Pha5 action used in roland fp 90x
?
Hey there! I've never reviewed the FP-90 and have only played it briefly a couple of times in stores, so I can't offer much sorry! In comparing it to the PHA4 on the Fp-10/30/30x/60x, I personally prefer the Yamaha GHS; I find the PHA4 to be too heavy on the way down and a bit sluggish on the way up. BUT that is totally just personal preference; I always prefer lighted actions.
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Thank you for ur inputs and feed back.
You have a p125 and a dgx, how can you use two devices that have the same...? Can you explain how you use the two devices?
Hi there; I'm not sure what you're asking can you clarify your question?
@@PianoTone You have a dgx670 and a p125 together.. Why isn't one of them enough for you?
I actually don’t have a P125 anymore; now I own a Yamaha DGX 670, a Yamaha CK88, and a Yamaha PSR-EW425. :)
The DGX is great for recording and song writing; I tried the EW425 as a gigging keyboard with my band, and it was ok, but the CK88 is an amazing stage piano (stage pianos are lighter, better connectivity and have user interfaces with lots of “at you fingertips” controls to make on the fly adjustments quickly and easily). The DGX isn’t meant to be used on stage (and it’s too big and heavy anyways).
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@@PianoTone Very beautiful . You help me a lot. Are you thinking of ditching DGX? Or it serves for a long time.. Thank you. Good day
@@mazica_art2630 It will serve a long time - I need to find time to write songs then it will be very helpful.