Yamaha Genos 2 Arranger Workstation

YOUR NEXT MASTERPIECE

Pushing the boundaries of Arranger Workstation sound, our new flagship, Genos2, includes the legendary DX7 FM technology, cut- ting-edge Ambient Drums and Stein- berg's acclaimed REVelation Reverb. With Style Dynamics Control you're in charge of the energy and dynam- ics of all 800 preset Styles, bringing a whole new musical dimension to Style playing. Together with the new brighter, anti-reflective display and Live Control LEDs, the features of Genos2 combine to deliver the rich- est of musical experiences.

Highlights

• FSX keyboard, with 76 keys incl. touch response and improved aftertouch
• A total of 1,990 Voices and 75 Drum/SFX Kits Additional FM tone generator
• 384-note max. polyphony (128 for Preset AWM Voices + 128 for Expansion AWM Voices +
• 128 for FM Voices)
• In all, 800 Styles (720 Pro, 69 Session, 11 Free Play) New Ambient Drums
• New Style Dynamics Control
• New 9 inch (800 x 480 dots) TFT Color Wide VGA touch screen LCD – anti-reflecton and twice bright as Genos VA Sub-LCD (LIVE CONTROL View) with
• Light/Dark Mode
• LED indicators have been implemented to Control Knobs and Slider
• Assignable: Joystick, 6 knobs with LED, 9 slider with LED, 9 buttons
• Enhanced Effect Power: REVelation Reverb from Steinberg, Insertion Effect Bypass in Drum Setup, New Multiband Comp to Insertion Effect
• 4 EQ types for external speakers (HS7, HS8, STAGEPAS 600, STAGEPAS 1k mkII)
• Chord looper function
• Bluetooth® audio
• USB Audio Interface HDMI Output

PACKED WITH A MULTITUDE OF EXCITING NEW FEATURES

MORE THAN 1900 VOICES AND 800 STYLES

With over 1900 of the highest quality voices and 800 Styles with One Touch Settings covering a vast array of musical genres, you will immediately be inspired to play your favourite songs or even create new musical ideas and compositions. Over 200 Styles are brand new, with all existing Styles being fully upgraded to use new voices and effects, including FM tone generation and the ability to use Ambient Drums and Style Dynamics control. The result is a high- end professional production.

One of the most important sounds for any keyboard player is the Piano, so we have not only added new Pianos, but also reprocessed existing Pianos to a much higher quality. The CFX, being Yamaha's flagship grand piano, now has more dynamic layers, 88 keys sampling and double length samples compared to its predecessor. In addition, we can choose from a Character Grand, which is a German 1980s well played-in piano, giving a more edgy yet rounded sound, perfect for Pop and Jazz music. The U1 Upright being Yamaha's top end Upright piano has been tuned to provide a contemporary flavour for modern Pop songs. If it's a more cinematic sound you're looking for, you can try the rich melancholy sound of the new Felt Piano.

SA2 voices remain cutting edge in terms of their playability and realism, providing articulations and legato joins unparalleled in any hardware keyboard instrument. There are even more to choose from in Genos2, covering not only the full orchestral palette but also more ethnic flavours such as Duduk, Shakuhachi and Celtic Flute perfect for Movie scores.

LEGENDARY FM SYNTHESIS

In an Arranger Workstation first, Genos2 features a dual engine tone generator with not only AWM technology but now also FM synthesis.
FM has a rich, dynamic sound and powered Yamaha's legendary DX7, an instrument which defined the sound of the 1980s. The iconic DX7 presets and a range of new, modern FM voices are integrated into the Styles and One Touch Settings and available to play at the touch of a button, bringing a warm, fresh sound to Genos2.

AMBIENT DRUMS

With the new Ambient Drums and using a single Live controller, you can choose anything between a punchy, dry, direct drum sound to a more distant, reflective, ambient room sound, providing endless possibilities for your Style playback. Drums are the backbone of any rhythm section so to have this level of control of the Drum sound will really enhance your playing experience.

REVELATION REVERB

Reverb is often overlooked but we experience it around us everyday. In Arranger Workstations, reverb is used on Voices, Styles, MIDI Songs, Multi-Pads and the Mic Input, which is why introducing REVelation Reverb from Steinberg has such a big impact on the sound of Genos2. REVelation is extremely high resolution, resulting in a transparent, natural sound, making it the perfect partner for an Arranger Workstation where the reverb must work across a wide range of Voices, Styles and even vocals.

STYLE DYNAMICS CONTROL

For the first time in an Arranger Workstation the energy and dynamics of all Styles, including User Styles, can be adjusted using a simple Live controller. Whether you want your backing band to play at a soft pianissimo level, a hard fortissimo level or anything in between, the choice is now yours.

ELEVATE YOUR MUSIC TO A NEW LEVEL

BIG, BRIGHT AND CLEAR DISPLAYS

At the centre of Genos2's operation is the large 9-inch touch screen which is now brighter, includes an anti-reflective coating and has been tilted an additional 5 degrees towards the player. Additionally, the sub-display now includes selectable light and dark modes. So whether you're performing indoors, outdoors or under stage lighting, the Genos2 displays will be clearly visible.

PLAYLIST

Playlist is the best way to organize Registration Memory banks into convenient Playlists for instant recall during performance.
With the updated user interface, Playlist entries can be sorted A to Z, or Z to A, you can jump alphabetically through Playlist records as well as filter for a specific terms in the records.
If you are importing MusicFinder records from an older instrument, the Style name will be automatically included in the new Playlist record name.

CONTROLLERS, NOW WITH LEDS

The knobs and sliders are a convenient way to control many aspects of your performance. Genos2's updated Live Control surface now has LEDs to indicate, at a glance, the position of controls, which now also include a 'catch' function, reducing the risk of unintended operation during performance.

EMPOWER YOUR MUSICAL EXPRESSION

CHORD LOOPER

The new panel buttons provide quick access to recording and playing back chord sequences in realtime. Whether you wish to free up your left hand to play full piano, build up sections of a song or pratice a difficult piece of music, the Chord Looper enables you to store up to 8 chord sequences in each bank for easy access during your performance.

You can create an unlimited number of banks with your own chord progressions, or choose from a range of built-in presets.

VOCAL HARMONY

You can easily apply various Vocal Harmony presets to your voice which can enhance your singing experience by adding several harmony parts and effects. Whether you want to sing as a standard duet, jazzy quartet or a big choir, the choice is yours. In addition, you can be creative with the Synth Vocoder wherby you can manipulate synthesized sounds just by singing into the mic. The mic will pick up the characteristics from you voice, such as the formation of vowels, and feed that information to the Synth Vocoder shaping the synth voices.
Vocal Harmony gives the performer a wide range of vocal expression and possibilities which can be enjoyed at home or on stage.

EMPOWER YOUR MUSICAL EXPRESSION

BLUETOOTH® AUDIO
With your Bluetooth® device connected wirelessly to Genos2, you enjoy to play along with your favourite songs or even record everything you hear, using the onboard audio recorder.

LYRICS DISPLAY

Connect your Genos2 to an external display or tv using the new HDMI port. Perfect if you're entertaining a crowd or hosting a party, you can instantly show the lyrics of your MIDI and Audio songs for everyone to see and sing-along.

In addition, you can also mirror the main display or view a musical score, which can be useful if your playing in a duo or band.

UNLOCK GREATER POSSIBILITIES WITHIN YOUR MUSIC

MIDI SONG TO STYLE

The magic begins by dragging and dropping your MIDI file into the application. In Easy mode, the conversion to a Style is automatic. Simply save the result and play the Style on your Arranger Workstation.

In Edit mode you can personalise how your Style is created. For example, choose which tracks from the MIDI file should be used in your Style. Specify which regions of the MIDI file are used to make each of the style sections, or even revoice and remix to craft your perfect Style.
 
USB AUDIO INTERFACE

Great for sharing your performance with your friends or for high quality music production: The new USB Audio Interface allows for studio- quality audio to be recorded using any DAW or the Rec'n'Share app with just a single USB cable. If you want to take a video of your performance and share it on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok, Rec'n'Share is the way to go. Connect the Genos2 to your smart device, and record both video and audio at the same time to complete your video.

EXPAND WITH PACKS

Genos2 includes Expansion memory, which means new Voices and Styles can be added in the future. By simply registering your Genos2, you can download the DX7 Voice Pack, which adds to the preset Voices, completing the collection of 128 original Voices from DX7.
In addition to exclusive expansion packs for Genos2, there's already a growing library of free Voice & Style Expansion packs for you to choose from. The packs providing everything from new Voices, Styles, One Touch Settings to MultiPads, enabling you to personalise your Genos2's content.
 

Hear, Try and Compare the Yamaha Genos 2 Arranger Workstation in our showroom

Located in Leicester in the central Midlands and close to Coventry, Nottingham, Derby, Birmingham and Warwick we promise you that a visit to our specialist Digital Piano and Keyboard showroom will not disappoint. Try the full Yamaha range including the Genos 2 Arranger Workstation and compare it with Roland, Casio and Korg all under one roof. Whatever your playing standard our knowledgeable and friendly experts will help guide you through the Keyboard buying process and make sure that you are buying the right instrument for your needs. As ex teachers we are ideally placed to advise and answer any questions you may have. Lifetime support and product tuition with ALL digital pianos.

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Q: What is the Yamaha Genos2?
A: The Yamaha Genos2 is a flagship 76-key arranger workstation keyboard designed for professional performance, composition, and production, offering Yamaha’s most advanced arranger technology.

Q: What makes the Yamaha Genos2 different from the PSR-SX series?
A: The Genos2 sits above the PSR-SX series and offers more advanced sound engines, higher polyphony, a larger sound library, more real-time controls, and a more professional performance environment.

Q: Is the Yamaha Genos2 better than the PSR-SX920?
A: The Genos2 is a higher-tier instrument, offering more advanced sound design, more polyphony, and a more comprehensive control layout, making it better suited to professional use than the PSR-SX920.

Q: Why should I choose the Yamaha Genos2 over a PSR-SX keyboard?
A: You should choose the Genos2 if you want Yamaha’s most advanced arranger workstation, with expanded sound engines, more expressive control, and greater flexibility for live performance and production.

Q: How many keys does the Yamaha Genos2 have?
A: The Genos2 has 76 keys with initial touch response and aftertouch support.

Q: What sound technology does the Yamaha Genos2 use?
A: The Genos2 uses multiple sound engines, including AWM Stereo Sampling, AEM modelling, and FM synthesis, offering a wider and more advanced sound palette than the PSR-SX series.

Q: What is the polyphony of the Yamaha Genos2?
A: The Genos2 offers up to 384-note polyphony, significantly higher than the PSR-SX series.

Q: Does the Yamaha Genos2 have more sounds than the PSR-SX series?
A: Yes. The Genos2 includes a larger and more detailed sound library, with thousands of high-quality voices and styles designed for professional use.

Q: Does the Yamaha Genos2 have better live controls than the PSR-SX series?
A: Yes. The Genos2 includes more assignable controls such as sliders, knobs, and buttons, allowing more detailed real-time control during performance.

Q: Does the Yamaha Genos2 have a touchscreen?
A: Yes. It features a large colour touchscreen interface designed for intuitive control of sounds, styles, and performance settings.

Q: Does the Yamaha Genos2 include built-in speakers?
A: No. Unlike many PSR-SX models, the Genos2 does not include built-in speakers and is designed to be used with external amplification systems.

Q: Can I use a microphone with the Yamaha Genos2?
A: Yes. It includes professional microphone input and advanced vocal processing features suitable for live performance.

Q: Does the Yamaha Genos2 include recording features?
A: Yes. It supports multi-track MIDI recording and high-quality audio recording for professional production workflows.

Q: Can I expand the sounds on the Yamaha Genos2?
A: Yes. It supports expansion packs and offers significantly more expansion memory than the PSR-SX series.

Q: How does the Yamaha Genos2 compare to the Korg Pa5X?
A: The Genos2 and Korg Pa5X are both flagship arranger workstations, offering advanced sound engines, large sound libraries, and professional performance features.

Q: Is the Yamaha Genos2 better than the Korg Pa5X?
A: Neither is universally better. The Genos2 focuses on streamlined workflow, polished preset sounds, and ease of use, while the Korg Pa5X offers deeper editing, sampling options, and a more flexible sound design environment.

Q: How do the Genos2 and Korg Pa5X differ in sound?
A: Both instruments offer high-quality sounds, but they have different tonal characteristics and strengths depending on the style of music and user preference.

Q: Which is easier to use, the Yamaha Genos2 or Korg Pa5X?
A: The Genos2 is often considered more immediate and intuitive for performance, while the Korg Pa5X offers deeper editing and customisation, which may require more setup.

Q: Does the Yamaha Genos2 have more polyphony than the Korg Pa5X?
A: Yes. The Genos2 offers higher maximum polyphony, which can benefit complex arrangements and layered sounds.

Q: Is the Yamaha Genos2 suitable for live performance?
A: Yes. Its advanced control layout, high-quality sounds, and professional connectivity make it ideal for live performers and touring musicians.

Q: Is the Yamaha Genos2 suitable for beginners?
A: It is best suited to experienced players, as its advanced features and professional workflow are designed for serious users rather than entry-level players.

Q: Who should buy the Yamaha Genos2?
A: The Genos2 is ideal for professional musicians, advanced performers, and composers who want Yamaha’s most powerful arranger workstation with maximum flexibility and performance capability.