Has this product gone up since this video? It is currently almost double the price of the PSR-E373. At that point what would be the reason to not just pay an extra $100 to get another keyboard with the weighted and ivory keys?
I've decided to purchase this for my son who is going to college this fall. He plays cello for the city youth orchestra, bass and keys for the church band. Thanks for your review.
I know Jeremy's reviews are accurate, he is someone you can trust. I was in the market for a new set of keys, and this is so affordable. I can't wait to get mine, Yamaha is my favorite Piano/keyboard maker. Thanks again Jeremy.
I have one and the sounds are great, not tinny or anything like that.Yamaha is the best make,this is my second one the PSR-E473. Best buy! The sounds are more realistic than some.
Yamaha is always at the forefront of amazing authentic sampled piano sound! The other tones and rythms are also at par. And the value offered at the price point is great
Went out to the store to finally get a piano. Was going to get a 373 but they had just sold the last ones they had the day before! I eventually caved and got a 473 and wow I'm so glad I got it! The weighted keys and better speakers have made it worth it alone. But all these features are going to keep me coming back to do more!
One thing I've found out from playing electronic keyboards versus pianos-- ANY keyboard only sounds as good as the amplifier/sound system/sound board it's played through. Period. A 150000 dollar instrument can sound like garbage as much as a 100 dollar keyboard can sound acceptable when played through the right or wrong equipment. I've been playing since 1969-1970 or so; think I can be confident in my opinions.
BRAVO . . . BRAVO . . . BRAVO ! You need great control on equaliser settings through treble midrange and bass. You need to boost by a few decibels or your sounds will be weak. This makes and breaks all electronic organs and keyboards!
To be very honest, the demos given by other channels on this keyboard don't really do justice to what the E473 is really capable of doing Really glad you uploaded your review which was long awaited and thank you Jeremy, for demoing the keyboard the way it is meant to be played! Great Video as Always!!
Hi Jeremy. Thanks so much for sharing this demo because it's very helpful to me. It's almost hard to believe that this low cost keyboard sounds very good and is capable of doing so many things. You're very knowledgeable of the keyboards. Keep up with videos like this.
The PSR-E473 is definitely a beast for the price. A spectacular improvement over the already great previous PSR-E373. You may want to read my comment below for more details. The PSR-E473 is comparable to the Casio CT-S500 in price, with the same amount of keys. They are both great, the Casio being and update of the CT-S400. The larger 76 key verion of the PSR-E473, the PSR-EW425 is about the same price as the CT-S1000V, with the latter having the 61 keys like the almost identical CT-S500, with the addition of the phenomenal vocal synthesizer capabilities. Both the Yamaha and Casio keyboard mentioned here have outstanding sounds snd features, with the Casio ones being more compact and portable if you are always going to take it from your home, or wherever you normally have it. Personally, I like both, and think the Yamaha slightly edges out the Casio in sound quality, especially those acoustic pianos with the realistic nuances of authentic acoustic grand pianos. And the PSR-EW425 offers the larger range playing capability with 76 keys. And the Yamaha has the microphone input, which is a plus for sampling and singing. I would get the PSR-E473 over the CT-S500 if you do not need the vocal synthesizer capabilities of the more expensive CT-S1000V, or the larger keyboard of the PSR-EW425. For what I need and want, the CT-S1000V is perfect for me, but I still would want get the PSR-EW425 later because of the 76 keys, as a less expensive alternative to a $1500 Roland RD 88 Stage Piano, or interim keyboard until I get the Roland. If 61 keys are fine for you, scrutinize the PSR-E473 and CT-S500 and make your decision based on sound and features, and if portability is a factor. I wouldn't bother with the Korg. For the price, I don think it can touch the Yamaha and Casio, and those they are a major company that was established long ago, they have, and always will be behind Yamaha, Roland and now Casio, thoughbthey make some great keyboards, likevtheir stage piano that has been out for several years and still great today. The best thing we have is that there are so great choices, at affordable prices compared to what was available just a few years ago for everything they offer including the expanded 64 note polyphony.
@@jjacob25101 thank you for your elaborated comment. Are you able to compare all of them with the Kurzweil KP110? I have a like-new second hand Kurzweil KP110 cheap rather near, that I could buy.
@@NAM999DnB I would have to check out that Kurzwiel keyboard to be able to comment on it, but I would think it can't compete with Yamaha and Casio at this price point and new sounds at this price point. I sm not saying Kurweil is bad, It's just not my favorite brand. Nord is great, but also not my favorite, but I would consider those if I didn't prefer Roland keyboard, but even Rolsnd cannot compete with Yamaha and Casio for the price. My Roland Go:Keys is more expensive than the Casio CT-S1/CT-S400 and Yamaha PSR-E463, the previous series, but it'sca niche keyboard that has limitations those other keyboards do not have for certain categories. The new PSR-E473 and Casio CT-S500 are generally better thsn my Go:Keys, except it's 128 note polyphony and it's phrase loop function at a lower price, but the 76 key PSR-EW425 and CT-S1000V are much more new advanced keyboard at a high price point, with the wider range key range and sampling for Yamaha, and the incredible voice synthesizer and sampling features for the Casio. But we are talking about arranger keyboards here, previously not considered professional use keyboards until now, with thec1/4" audio output jacks and such. My lsdy friend is a professional singer sbd keyboard player that often plays solo or in gigs with a band using an older upper level PSR series arranger keyboard, and makes use of thosr features due to her playIng proficiency level. Though Yamaha and other brands have great professional workstation keyboards, its hard to compete with the Roland flagship Fantom 6/7/8. They are in the $3,000 to $4,000 range, depending on keyboard size, but their newer, slimmer Fantom 06/07/08 at less than half the price is hard to beat. Right now Ivwouldcgetvthe Yamaha PSR-EW425 for the bigger keyboard, or 61 note PSR-E473 over the Casio CT-S500 but, the CT-S1000V has the voice synthesizer feature. I plan on getting that, but would have also wanted to get the slightly more expensive PSR-EW425 lster, but I now would prefer to wait and get the Roland 61 note Fantom-06 at $1500 or the 76 note Fantom-07 at $1700. But that's me. These two keyboards, and or more expensive Fantom 6/7 at over twice the price have an innovative semi-weighted keyboard that is better than any other, more like a cross between semi-weighted and fully weighted keyboard action. Toe, the keyboard action, sound and ither incredible feature make itbworth the price to me. But without the need firvthe voice synthesizer functions, the PSR-E473 has an edge over the CT-S500, and the larger PSR-EW425 for the wider key range if you need it is great.
I got the keyboard about a year ago and I've been really pleased with it. One thing that surprised me in a good way is how long the battery lasts. I usually carry spare rechargeable batteries, but I often play without worrying about finding a power outlet when I'm not at home. The DSP1 and DSP2 features are great for creating analog-like sounds, and I love being able to tweak the sounds using the knobs in real-time. However, there are a few things I wish could be improved. It would be nice to have more customization options, like assigning pedals to articulation, motion effects, or live controls. I'd also like the flexibility to assign DSP2 effects to different parts of main/split/dual voice, as they sound cool on the main section but not so great on the bass. More LEDs to show the status of live effects and bank selection would be helpful. A dedicated save button for preserving sounds in the right bank would prevent accidental overwrites, and the ability to name banks would be a handy addition. I don't find myself using features like the groove creator or accompaniment and quick sampling buttons much. However, the percussion capabilities have come in handy when our drummer can't make it to rehearsals. Overall, I'm not sure if I'm the target customer for this keyboard since I don't make much use of the groove creator or accompaniment features. Nevertheless, it has become my primary instrument when playing with others.
Regarding batteries..... I left the keyboard running in Demo mode while I was out and the rechargeables lasted about 10 hours. More than enough (even if you get a lot of encores 😂)
Great video! Keep up the good work! I am quite blown away by the quality these keyboards have nowadays. I started off on a Yamaha PSS 170 in 1988 - I lived in the former GDR, and my Mum "smuggled" it back home from a visit in former western Germany. After Germany had become one country, I got a PSR 500 in 1993 for my 14th birthday. I was over the moon! I still have both keyboards in my house today and enjoy playing them together with my 3-year-old daughter. I even used the PSR 500 not so long ago in a production when I needed a cheesy 90s keyboard rhythm. Now my production setting includes a Yamaha P 121 - which is also fantastic value for money and quite unique with its 73 weighted and graded keys and ridiculous portability, joined by a Komplete Kontrol keyboard and a MacBook Pro 14-inch and Logic Pro. I did move on from my entertainer hobby playing keyboard and rhythm at corporate parties and other celebrations. However, I still appreciate my two "oldies" for the fun they still give me. this PSR-E 473 could well end up in my setting just for the fun of playing. :)
I would like to see you compare this to the CT-S500. Which after you purchase the power supply for the Yamaha, the Casio is $30 - $40 US less than the Yamaha, and the Casio has Bluetooth included too.
I've got one of these. Brilliant machine. Only negative is it doesn't signal perfectly through line out when on stage. As an all purpose keyboard I'd give it 9/10.
Love that Yamaha finally upgrade their piano sound on psr-e, including e4xx series. And this one has a lot of improvement that e463. But I'm still happy to using e463 right now, at least I can use that as midi controller :D
I am always amazed, fanscinated and mesmorised when players like yourself use both hands for playing different instruments on a keyboard. I have enough trouble playing a tune as it is. :) I've got an old PSS-680 keyboard that I had from new when I was younger but it has mini keys on, rather than full size ones, and even though my fingers are thin, I found myself tapping 2 keys at once, which was really frustrating.
I have followed your advice and bought this keyboard a few weeks ago. It's such a joy to play a song with this new piano sound. Thanks for the excellent advice!
Hi, very good review as usual from you, Jeremy! As a former owner of PSR E463, I'm sad to see that they didn't seem to take into account any improvement to the sequencer that was a real weakness in the previous model especially for editing back tracks. Still no pattern/phrase/loop recording, that would be relatively simlple to add and very much useful on a gear like this, to write down ideas and musical inspiration. The possibility to mute the arranger tracks was included in the previous module already. Another bad point is that the samples cannot be allocated to the keyboard now as it seems, hence pratically you can no longer play along using sample like we used to do on PSR E463. Good to see that they added a double output connectors (L+R) instead of a single one. Really good to have added Super Articulation tones, and increased the polyphony to 64 (still not a lot if you but enough for the six tracks). What about the keybed? Is that any better now? 463 one was not that good. Cheers.
@@creativeminds7897-pl2uc - DO NOT buy the e373, unless you only plan to use it in a very small room. The 2 1/2W speakers are TERRIBLE. And it doesn't have stereo outputs (L/R), so you will need a very good keyboard amp to use anywhere else.
@@creativeminds7897-pl2uc the price point between 463 and 473 is pretty similar, yet for the same price I would get this one (473). What is not worth is an upgrade from 463 my point of view as you would spend some money for practically having the same gear. No major improvement from features point of view. If you own 463 you can live happy as well and save 100 bucks.
This is a nice thorough demonstration. I've been a fan of Yamaha keyboards for decades, and I've purchased a few cheap ones that had some amazing sounds. Great upload!
If you used to play a piano, even as a hobby, you really should buy a digital piano with fully-weighted keys, otherwise, a keyboard would feel strange and your playing would be affected.
Sorry, but the Casio CT-S 500 can 2x4 DSP Effects at the Same time, in Summe 8 DSP's plus 2 Global Effects! The Keybed is better and it has Synthesizer Functions and a smaller Footprint 😉
I've been watching your videos for like a month ever since I started researching keyboards that start from low to high budget. I am learning a lot, and my standards were getting higher the more I spend time on comparisons. I almost spent my money on the older psr 70 because I thought all keyboards were the same; I realized how it wasn't actually good for songs that need clean tone.
Jeremy, I keep on watching your videos, especially certain ones like this. I love these Yamahas and the Casios, but if I were to get just one between the PSR-E473 and the CT-S500, I would go with this one. Especially now that it has 64 note polyphony, the pitch bend wheel, microphone and selectable track playing, and voice selection. That is so cool. But since I am blown away with the CT-S1000V, as the vocal synthesizer is like a dream come true for what I want to do, I will get that first, and the PSR-EW425 for church later. The CT-S1 is still the best $200 keyboard for all the bread and butter basics and compact portability, the advantage Casio has over the Yamahas if you have to lug it around to gigs, church, or wherever. It's great but new series have the 1/4" audio output jack now. Both companies seems to have been monitoring input and comments, maybe largely from your channel here, maybe even my comment and insights and addressed pretty music everything on our wish lists, and so much more. For a church keyboard rig of choice, I mentioned before my ultimate gear would be that Roland RD 88 and the Roland V-Combo with the sliders for the organ parts. But the more affordable rig would be the PSR-EW425 with the microphone, or the CT-S1000V, and on the top tier of the rack, have the Yamaha Reface 37 mini key CP and YC. The CP has all the electric keyboard sounds to have a second keyboard to play another part than the main keys, and the YC has all the famous organ sounds and sliders. There's so much possibilities and choices. Like you stated, these are exciting times withbso many great, affordable and omproved new keyboard to choose from.
I'm gonna start my piano journey with this keyboard. After first hearing you sing last night I feel I can trust you, and that feeling is never wrong. I know I'm supposed to be a great pianist in my heart but because of portability and shear laziness I became a lowly guitarist. So therefore I ask thee most Supreme musical director in the universe to bless my departure from guitar and bless this channel with likes and subscribes!! Amen 🙏 ... haha 😀
I've had a PSR E473 for a few months now. I just use it as a piano or organ which does very well. I don't even understand most of the features, let alone use them.
Here in Singapore, the EW425 costs 30% more than the E473. Thus, the deciding factor to choose EW425 over E473 is whether the "YC" Organ sounds in EW425 is worth that price, besides having 76 keys. How many of the 36 organ sounds are "YC"? A video comparing the organ sounds on these 2 keyboards will be much appreciated.
I own a Yamaha Tyros 3, a Ketron SD90, a Roland Jupiter 50 and a Yamaha PSR S970. My Korg PA 900 doesn't count, because I doesn't use it at the moment. I notice, that the older and cheaper Keyboards does an excellent job. When I use the SD90 drums with my Yamaha, I got a wonderful drum sound, that gives the styles more shine.
Great video again, Jeremy. It helps me to decide which keyboard I want to get. All of them. 😜 Like I said previously at different times, Yamaha and Casio are constantly improving and hitting it out of the ballpark for the pricepoint and genre of these keyboards, but this new generation of keyboards addresses lots of the things lacking on the previous editions. The pitchbend wheel, and this keyboard along with the 76 key version PSR-EW425 offered previously give that extra octave some players need. And both these Yamaha and the Casio CT-S500 and CT-S1000V already have the pitchbend wheel and the much desired 1/4" main audio outputs, instead of the minijack headphone/audio out jack. This makes it much more simple and convenient for church and gigging musicians to use pro audio sound reinforcement. Roland has been my favorite brand, but their focus is not arranger keyboards, and the closest is my Go:Keys, when is in a different category by design, and several years ago at the price of this keyboard. But it works for me, especially with 128 key polyphony. I opted for the more expensive Go:Keys at the time over the PSR-E373 because of brand preference, availability, and having more funds at that time, and also, the arranger functions not being major consideration. The phrase loop function is potentially more useful to me, but even my Roland has a minijack headphone/audio output. But also has BT connectivity built in. IMHO, the PSR-E473 edges out the CT-S500, but I have to scrutinize the voice tone comparisons, as both have kicked up audio qualities, but the realism of the acoustic piano on the PSR-E473 is amazing. Like I said, I am glad I didn't get the PSR-E373, or the CT-S1 later. My Go:Keys is still a great keyboard with lots of great sounds, but for my next keyboard, I probably would get the 76 key PSR-EW425, which I may get later for a less expensive alternative to the Roland RD 88 for church, but the CT-S1000V with the vocal synthesizer capabilities added to the CT-S500 is a game changer for what I want to do, and anyone wanting to include innovative background vocals in live performance or music production, so that will be my next keyboard. Otherwise, I would highly recommend the PSR-E473 or the PSR-EW425 for those needing the extra playing range over the CT-S500 for most keyboardists, or aspiring ones watching this video, BUT to also check all the videos on the CT-S500 to scrutinize the sounds and features/capabilities to make the decision. An added note. If you want to sing during your playing performances or nusic production activities without a separate external sound processor and amplification, get these Yamaha keyboards. The CT-S500/CT-S1000V does not have a microphone input. That latter only has the voice synthesizer feature which uses a smarphone or tablet app to program background vocals played on the keyboard. I wishbot had the microphone but I can live withbthat withbthe awesome capabilities. I will just get a good headphone mic and stompbox processor from Roland or the others available. Now comes the other important factor. Price/Cost of these keyboards. I believe you stated that the PSR-E473 has a price of about $380. The 76 key PSR-EW425 seems to be selling for about $490. So the PSR-E473 seems to be on par with the CT-S500 at about the same price at about $380, but I just saw one listing for $280, and another for $480. The PSR-EW425 is selling for about $480, and the CT-S1000V at $450, with an original MSRP of $680. The CT-S500/CT-S1000V both come with the $80 BT adapter that is optional on the previous CT-S1/CT-S400. The choice is yours. Choose your weapon. Have fun, and enjoy 🎶 *FOR THOSE LOOKING TO GET A NEW KEYBOARD* I see so many comments asking Jeremy which keyboard to get and I repeatedly have to reply tgat he cannot make that decision for you, and makes it clear. If he replies, he will just reiterate what he says in his videos for certain things you may need and want. Everyone is unique, with their individual needs, music knowledge, training, experience, preferences, and such. Watch his videos and pay attention before asking questions of that nature, because the answers are almost always addressed there.
@@JeremySee There's so many great keyboards out there, in price ranges and features and formats to fit everyone's needs, except for those that are always going to complain about things costing too much. Tell me about that after spending $1300 on a 6 note polyphony synth in 1983 with archaic and limited sounds at the rough price of a Roland RD 88 Stage piano today and these keyboard I mentioned from $200 to $500...
Sounds good for a home keyboard, but honestly would be surprised if the core engine has changed from the PSR-540 I had from the late 90s. Could swear some of the patches sound identical.
For a PSR series keyboard, the articulation feature is actually pretty impressive. I wonder if Yamaha might consider the idea of key switches in the future to increase the range of articulations. That being said, the overall PSR series has had some real gems over the years. I've had my PSR-740 for over 20 years, and it's still my main workhorse, even if it's mostly as a MIDI controller these days.
Another fantastic review, well done 👏 I must say this is best review on this keyboard I've seen so far. The others don't demonstrate the quality and potential of this board the way you do. Again I say well done 👏
Wow, Jeremy See! Thanks for the tour around this wonderful keyboard. My PSR 373 only has DSP and not DSP2 . (One of these days I will have to read the instructions, and learn what that means.) The only thing that kills me on my unit is the display is like a bright flashlight in my eyes. I wish I could turn it off. On everything from USP's, computers, TV sets. They LOVE to put super bright LED'S that keep you up at night. I don't know why.. I have played guitar for almost 40 years and lost it. My 2 thumbs are ruined from a job that I had to strain them on all day.. So I went to piano, since I was pretty fast on computer keyboards.
Great summary review Jeremy, looking forward to more with the 473/425 if you have access to one. This looks like it blows away the new Casiotone CT-S500; especially with the mic with gain/effects feature. Looking forward to when these become available (still not even listed on retailer sites in Canada) - hoping to get the EW425
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How does it compare vs the SX700 in terms of sound sample quality?
Has this product gone up since this video? It is currently almost double the price of the PSR-E373. At that point what would be the reason to not just pay an extra $100 to get another keyboard with the weighted and ivory keys?
I've decided to purchase this for my son who is going to college this fall. He plays cello for the city youth orchestra, bass and keys for the church band. Thanks for your review.
I know Jeremy's reviews are accurate, he is someone you can trust. I was in the market for a new set of keys, and this is so affordable. I can't wait to get mine, Yamaha is my favorite Piano/keyboard maker. Thanks again Jeremy.
I bought a 373 last week on his recommendation. If he had mentioned there was a 473 coming along in 7 days, I could have saved my money !
@@johnny5805 u could return ur piano right?
I have one and the sounds are great, not tinny or anything like that.Yamaha is the best make,this is my second one the PSR-E473. Best buy! The sounds are more realistic than some.
@@patriciamassie8138 How would they compare, in your estimation, with the Casio AiX sounds?
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Yamaha is always at the forefront of amazing authentic sampled piano sound! The other tones and rythms are also at par. And the value offered at the price point is great
4:22 ...
I loved the way he played that ❤
Went out to the store to finally get a piano. Was going to get a 373 but they had just sold the last ones they had the day before! I eventually caved and got a 473 and wow I'm so glad I got it! The weighted keys and better speakers have made it worth it alone. But all these features are going to keep me coming back to do more!
One thing I've found out from playing electronic keyboards versus pianos-- ANY keyboard only sounds as good as the amplifier/sound system/sound board it's played through. Period. A 150000 dollar instrument can sound like garbage as much as a 100 dollar keyboard can sound acceptable when played through the right or wrong equipment. I've been playing since 1969-1970 or so; think I can be confident in my opinions.
BRAVO . . . BRAVO . . . BRAVO !
You need great control on equaliser settings through treble midrange and bass. You need to boost by a few decibels or your sounds will be weak. This makes and breaks all electronic organs and keyboards!
You are so right.
What is your opinion about sampling a concert grand and using it with a midi controller
Gotta run in stereo, pan hard left and right!
So you think a $100 keyboard ran through a great sound system will sound just as good as a keyboard 3 to 10 times the price?
To be very honest, the demos given by other channels on this keyboard don't really do justice to what the E473 is really capable of doing
Really glad you uploaded your review which was long awaited and thank you Jeremy, for demoing the keyboard the way it is meant to be played!
Great Video as Always!!
Thank you for your very kind words.
Forget about other channels reviews, Jeremy See is the best!
I'm using a Cheap Yamaha PSS A90 just for the phrases but the sounds included are useful and better than some 90's secondhand keys & workstations
This review is so so cool im definitely gonna get this keyboard gotta check this to physically ❤🎉
Great Job 👏
1:22, F***, that's awesome! What a piano sound! 😲
What an excellent keyboard review. Color me impressed!
Hi Jeremy. Thanks so much for sharing this demo because it's very helpful to me. It's almost hard to believe that this low cost keyboard sounds very good and is capable of doing so many things. You're very knowledgeable of the keyboards. Keep up with videos like this.
This is beast for that price, so can you compare this with casiotone cts 500 or cts 1000v and korg ek 50l
The PSR-E473 is definitely a beast for the price. A spectacular improvement over the already great previous PSR-E373. You may want to read my comment below for more details.
The PSR-E473 is comparable to the Casio CT-S500 in price, with the same amount of keys. They are both great, the Casio being and update of the CT-S400. The larger 76 key verion of the PSR-E473, the PSR-EW425 is about the same price as the CT-S1000V, with the latter having the 61 keys like the almost identical CT-S500, with the addition of the phenomenal vocal synthesizer capabilities.
Both the Yamaha and Casio keyboard mentioned here have outstanding sounds snd features, with the Casio ones being more compact and portable if you are always going to take it from your home, or wherever you normally have it.
Personally, I like both, and think the Yamaha slightly edges out the Casio in sound quality, especially those acoustic pianos with the realistic nuances of authentic acoustic grand pianos. And the PSR-EW425 offers the larger range playing capability with 76 keys. And the Yamaha has the microphone input, which is a plus for sampling and singing.
I would get the PSR-E473 over the CT-S500 if you do not need the vocal synthesizer capabilities of the more expensive CT-S1000V, or the larger keyboard of the PSR-EW425.
For what I need and want, the CT-S1000V is perfect for me, but I still would want get the PSR-EW425 later because of the 76 keys, as a less expensive alternative to a $1500 Roland RD 88 Stage Piano, or interim keyboard until I get the Roland.
If 61 keys are fine for you, scrutinize the PSR-E473 and CT-S500 and make your decision based on sound and features, and if portability is a factor. I wouldn't bother with the Korg. For the price, I don think it can touch the Yamaha and Casio, and those they are a major company that was established long ago, they have, and always will be behind Yamaha, Roland and now Casio, thoughbthey make some great keyboards, likevtheir stage piano that has been out for several years and still great today. The best thing we have is that there are so great choices, at affordable prices compared to what was available just a few years ago for everything they offer including the expanded 64 note polyphony.
@@jjacob25101 thank you for your elaborated comment. Are you able to compare all of them with the Kurzweil KP110? I have a like-new second hand Kurzweil KP110 cheap rather near, that I could buy.
@@NAM999DnB I would have to check out that Kurzwiel keyboard to be able to comment on it, but I would think it can't compete with Yamaha and Casio at this price point and new sounds at this price point. I sm not saying Kurweil is bad, It's just not my favorite brand. Nord is great, but also not my favorite, but I would consider those if I didn't prefer Roland keyboard, but even Rolsnd cannot compete with Yamaha and Casio for the price. My Roland Go:Keys is more expensive than the Casio CT-S1/CT-S400 and Yamaha PSR-E463, the previous series, but it'sca niche keyboard that has limitations those other keyboards do not have for certain categories. The new PSR-E473 and Casio CT-S500 are generally better thsn my Go:Keys, except it's 128 note polyphony and it's phrase loop function at a lower price, but the 76 key PSR-EW425 and CT-S1000V are much more new advanced keyboard at a high price point, with the wider range key range and sampling for Yamaha, and the incredible voice synthesizer and sampling features for the Casio.
But we are talking about arranger keyboards here, previously not considered professional use keyboards until now, with thec1/4" audio output jacks and such. My lsdy friend is a professional singer sbd keyboard player that often plays solo or in gigs with a band using an older upper level PSR series arranger keyboard, and makes use of thosr features due to her playIng proficiency level.
Though Yamaha and other brands have great professional workstation keyboards, its hard to compete with the Roland flagship Fantom 6/7/8. They are in the $3,000 to $4,000 range, depending on keyboard size, but their newer, slimmer Fantom 06/07/08 at less than half the price is hard to beat.
Right now Ivwouldcgetvthe Yamaha PSR-EW425 for the bigger keyboard, or 61 note PSR-E473 over the Casio CT-S500 but, the CT-S1000V has the voice synthesizer feature. I plan on getting that, but would have also wanted to get the slightly more expensive PSR-EW425 lster, but I now would prefer to wait and get the Roland 61 note Fantom-06 at $1500 or the 76 note Fantom-07 at $1700. But that's me. These two keyboards, and or more expensive Fantom 6/7 at over twice the price have an innovative semi-weighted keyboard that is better than any other, more like a cross between semi-weighted and fully weighted keyboard action. Toe, the keyboard action, sound and ither incredible feature make itbworth the price to me.
But without the need firvthe voice synthesizer functions, the PSR-E473 has an edge over the CT-S500, and the larger PSR-EW425 for the wider key range if you need it is great.
@@jjacob25101 thank you again for your response.
I got the keyboard about a year ago and I've been really pleased with it. One thing that surprised me in a good way is how long the battery lasts. I usually carry spare rechargeable batteries, but I often play without worrying about finding a power outlet when I'm not at home. The DSP1 and DSP2 features are great for creating analog-like sounds, and I love being able to tweak the sounds using the knobs in real-time.
However, there are a few things I wish could be improved. It would be nice to have more customization options, like assigning pedals to articulation, motion effects, or live controls. I'd also like the flexibility to assign DSP2 effects to different parts of main/split/dual voice, as they sound cool on the main section but not so great on the bass. More LEDs to show the status of live effects and bank selection would be helpful. A dedicated save button for preserving sounds in the right bank would prevent accidental overwrites, and the ability to name banks would be a handy addition.
I don't find myself using features like the groove creator or accompaniment and quick sampling buttons much. However, the percussion capabilities have come in handy when our drummer can't make it to rehearsals.
Overall, I'm not sure if I'm the target customer for this keyboard since I don't make much use of the groove creator or accompaniment features. Nevertheless, it has become my primary instrument when playing with others.
Regarding batteries.....
I left the keyboard running in Demo mode while I was out and the rechargeables lasted about 10 hours.
More than enough (even if you get a lot of encores 😂)
Great video! Keep up the good work!
I am quite blown away by the quality these keyboards have nowadays. I started off on a Yamaha PSS 170 in 1988 - I lived in the former GDR, and my Mum "smuggled" it back home from a visit in former western Germany.
After Germany had become one country, I got a PSR 500 in 1993 for my 14th birthday. I was over the moon!
I still have both keyboards in my house today and enjoy playing them together with my 3-year-old daughter. I even used the PSR 500 not so long ago in a production when I needed a cheesy 90s keyboard rhythm.
Now my production setting includes a Yamaha P 121 - which is also fantastic value for money and quite unique with its 73 weighted and graded keys and ridiculous portability, joined by a Komplete Kontrol keyboard and a MacBook Pro 14-inch and Logic Pro. I did move on from my entertainer hobby playing keyboard and rhythm at corporate parties and other celebrations. However, I still appreciate my two "oldies" for the fun they still give me.
this PSR-E 473 could well end up in my setting just for the fun of playing. :)
I would like to see you compare this to the CT-S500. Which after you purchase the power supply for the Yamaha, the Casio is $30 - $40 US less than the Yamaha, and the Casio has Bluetooth included too.
In the US, the PSR-E473 comes with the power supply. That is a change from prior models.
I like the way how u review.... all keyboards.... sir♥️... lots of love... from Goa...🌴
I just ordered one of these. I'm a musician, but not a keyboardist. It should be fun to play with.
I've got one of these. Brilliant machine. Only negative is it doesn't signal perfectly through line out when on stage. As an all purpose keyboard I'd give it 9/10.
Unbeatable sound at that price!
2:24 what is this song?
Yamaha does a great job 👏 with this keyboard! Feature packed, low price, high quality sounds.
Love that Yamaha finally upgrade their piano sound on psr-e, including e4xx series. And this one has a lot of improvement that e463. But I'm still happy to using e463 right now, at least I can use that as midi controller :D
I am always amazed, fanscinated and mesmorised when players like yourself use both hands for playing different instruments on a keyboard. I have enough trouble playing a tune as it is. :)
I've got an old PSS-680 keyboard that I had from new when I was younger but it has mini keys on, rather than full size ones, and even though my fingers are thin, I found myself tapping 2 keys at once, which was really frustrating.
can you split the keyboard with piano the the right and bass on the left ?
Discussed in the video. Watch again.
@@JeremySee ya right... i miss the bit 😁
Nice... gonna recommend it to some friends.
Awesome, thank you!
Brilllliant video Jeremy, thanks so much!
I have followed your advice and bought this keyboard a few weeks ago. It's such a joy to play a song with this new piano sound. Thanks for the excellent advice!
Glad you enjoy it!
Yes got one week and have ago. Now its my favorite toy, sleep late and scales on the way...first problem IS to playing with both hands...
Hi, very good review as usual from you, Jeremy! As a former owner of PSR E463, I'm sad to see that they didn't seem to take into account any improvement to the sequencer that was a real weakness in the previous model especially for editing back tracks. Still no pattern/phrase/loop recording, that would be relatively simlple to add and very much useful on a gear like this, to write down ideas and musical inspiration. The possibility to mute the arranger tracks was included in the previous module already. Another bad point is that the samples cannot be allocated to the keyboard now as it seems, hence pratically you can no longer play along using sample like we used to do on PSR E463. Good to see that they added a double output connectors (L+R) instead of a single one. Really good to have added Super Articulation tones, and increased the polyphony to 64 (still not a lot if you but enough for the six tracks). What about the keybed? Is that any better now? 463 one was not that good. Cheers.
According to you can I buy this or can I go for e463 or e373? Any thoughts on these?
@@creativeminds7897-pl2uc - DO NOT buy the e373, unless you only plan to use it in a very small room. The 2 1/2W speakers are TERRIBLE. And it doesn't have stereo outputs (L/R), so you will need a very good keyboard amp to use anywhere else.
@@creativeminds7897-pl2uc the price point between 463 and 473 is pretty similar, yet for the same price I would get this one (473). What is not worth is an upgrade from 463 my point of view as you would spend some money for practically having the same gear. No major improvement from features point of view. If you own 463 you can live happy as well and save 100 bucks.
@@mirkomontaldo - 100% improvement going from "output / phones" to "L/R stereo".
This just won me over, the mic input and recording option is the best yet!
Love your reviews Jeremy! You have the right combination of talk and demonstration as well! Wonderful!!! Thankyou
Between this keyboard an the EW410 which one is better? :(
Just what I wanted , I`m getting one >> Thanks
Such a good explanation.......
It's very helpful for me.....
From.....
India
Glad it was helpful!
This is a nice thorough demonstration. I've been a fan of Yamaha keyboards for decades, and I've purchased a few cheap ones that had some amazing sounds. Great upload!
I have recently bought this keyboard and I am having a blast... Even though I am still learning.
me too i bought this YAMAHA PSR-E473,yesterday..!it's fanstastic
That’s a steal for the price!! I might have to buy this ASAP. I miss playing the piano as a hobby seems like the perfect keyboard to get back into it.
If you used to play a piano, even as a hobby, you really should buy a digital piano with fully-weighted keys, otherwise, a keyboard would feel strange and your playing would be affected.
I enjoyed the video. This Keyboard sounds professional. I might buy one one day.
Sorry, but the Casio CT-S 500 can 2x4 DSP Effects at the Same time, in Summe 8 DSP's plus 2 Global Effects!
The Keybed is better and it has Synthesizer Functions and a smaller Footprint 😉
But their sounds suck compared to yamaha
Which is better Yamaha PSR-E473 or Roland ex50 ?
I've been watching your videos for like a month ever since I started researching keyboards that start from low to high budget. I am learning a lot, and my standards were getting higher the more I spend time on comparisons. I almost spent my money on the older psr 70 because I thought all keyboards were the same; I realized how it wasn't actually good for songs that need clean tone.
Jeremy, I keep on watching your videos, especially certain ones like this. I love these Yamahas and the Casios, but if I were to get just one between the PSR-E473 and the CT-S500, I would go with this one. Especially now that it has 64 note polyphony, the pitch bend wheel, microphone and selectable track playing, and voice selection. That is so cool. But since I am blown away with the CT-S1000V, as the vocal synthesizer is like a dream come true for what I want to do, I will get that first, and the PSR-EW425 for church later.
The CT-S1 is still the best $200 keyboard for all the bread and butter basics and compact portability, the advantage Casio has over the Yamahas if you have to lug it around to gigs, church, or wherever.
It's great but new series have the 1/4" audio output jack now. Both companies seems to have been monitoring input and comments, maybe largely from your channel here, maybe even my comment and insights and addressed pretty music everything on our wish lists, and so much more.
For a church keyboard rig of choice, I mentioned before my ultimate gear would be that Roland RD 88 and the Roland V-Combo with the sliders for the organ parts.
But the more affordable rig would be the PSR-EW425 with the microphone, or the CT-S1000V, and on the top tier of the rack, have the Yamaha Reface 37 mini key CP and YC. The CP has all the electric keyboard sounds to have a second keyboard to play another part than the main keys, and the YC has all the famous organ sounds and sliders.
There's so much possibilities and choices. Like you stated, these are exciting times withbso many great, affordable and omproved new keyboard to choose from.
Hey man. It's good to see you again in action. I was waiting for this review since the product was released. Thank you very much.😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
I'm gonna start my piano journey with this keyboard. After first hearing you sing last night I feel I can trust you, and that feeling is never wrong. I know I'm supposed to be a great pianist in my heart but because of portability and shear laziness I became a lowly guitarist. So therefore I ask thee most Supreme musical director in the universe to bless my departure from guitar and bless this channel with likes and subscribes!! Amen 🙏 ... haha 😀
I've had a PSR E473 for a few months now. I just use it as a piano or organ which does very well. I don't even understand most of the features, let alone use them.
I picked one up today. Will be on it tomorrow.
Great explanation Jeremy. God bless you abundantly
Here in Singapore, the EW425 costs 30% more than the E473. Thus, the deciding factor to choose EW425 over E473 is whether the "YC" Organ sounds in EW425 is worth that price, besides having 76 keys. How many of the 36 organ sounds are "YC"? A video comparing the organ sounds on these 2 keyboards will be much appreciated.
Which is better YAMAHA PSR-E473 or PSR-E383? I want to achieve the sound of other instruments such as drums, strings, bass.
Wonderful! This keyboard seems so expressive and sounds beautiful. That is really good cost performance!
I own a Yamaha Tyros 3, a Ketron SD90, a Roland Jupiter 50 and a Yamaha PSR S970. My Korg PA 900 doesn't count, because I doesn't use it at the moment. I notice, that the older and cheaper Keyboards does an excellent job. When I use the SD90 drums with my Yamaha, I got a wonderful drum sound, that gives the styles more shine.
Your reviews and demos are so clear and detailed. Thanks.
Glad you like them!
Great video again, Jeremy. It helps me to decide which keyboard I want to get. All of them. 😜
Like I said previously at different times, Yamaha and Casio are constantly improving and hitting it out of the ballpark for the pricepoint and genre of these keyboards, but this new generation of keyboards addresses lots of the things lacking on the previous editions. The pitchbend wheel, and this keyboard along with the 76 key version PSR-EW425 offered previously give that extra octave some players need. And both these Yamaha and the Casio CT-S500 and CT-S1000V already have the pitchbend wheel and the much desired 1/4" main audio outputs, instead of the minijack headphone/audio out jack. This makes it much more simple and convenient for church and gigging musicians to use pro audio sound reinforcement.
Roland has been my favorite brand, but their focus is not arranger keyboards, and the closest is my Go:Keys, when is in a different category by design, and several years ago at the price of this keyboard.
But it works for me, especially with 128 key polyphony.
I opted for the more expensive Go:Keys at the time over the PSR-E373 because of brand preference, availability, and having more funds at that time, and also, the arranger functions not being major consideration. The phrase loop function is potentially more useful to me, but even my Roland has a minijack headphone/audio output. But also has BT connectivity built in.
IMHO, the PSR-E473 edges out the CT-S500, but I have to scrutinize the voice tone comparisons, as both have kicked up audio qualities, but the realism of the acoustic piano on the PSR-E473 is amazing.
Like I said, I am glad I didn't get the PSR-E373, or the CT-S1 later. My Go:Keys is still a great keyboard with lots of great sounds, but for my next keyboard, I probably would get the 76 key PSR-EW425, which I may get later for a less expensive alternative to the Roland RD 88 for church, but the CT-S1000V with the vocal synthesizer capabilities added to the CT-S500 is a game changer for what I want to do, and anyone wanting to include innovative background vocals in live performance or music production, so that will be my next keyboard.
Otherwise, I would highly recommend the PSR-E473 or the PSR-EW425 for those needing the extra playing range over the CT-S500 for most keyboardists, or aspiring ones watching this video, BUT to also check all the videos on the CT-S500 to scrutinize the sounds and features/capabilities to make the decision.
An added note. If you want to sing during your playing performances or nusic production activities without a separate external sound processor and amplification, get these Yamaha keyboards.
The CT-S500/CT-S1000V does not have a microphone input. That latter only has the voice synthesizer feature which uses a smarphone or tablet app to program background vocals played on the keyboard. I wishbot had the microphone but I can live withbthat withbthe awesome capabilities. I will just get a good headphone mic and stompbox processor from Roland or the others available.
Now comes the other important factor. Price/Cost of these keyboards.
I believe you stated that the PSR-E473 has a price of about $380. The 76 key PSR-EW425 seems to be selling for about $490.
So the PSR-E473 seems to be on par with the CT-S500 at about the same price at about $380, but I just saw one listing for $280, and another for $480.
The PSR-EW425 is selling for about $480, and the CT-S1000V at $450, with an original MSRP of $680. The CT-S500/CT-S1000V both come with the $80 BT adapter that is optional on the previous CT-S1/CT-S400.
The choice is yours. Choose your weapon. Have fun, and enjoy 🎶
*FOR THOSE LOOKING TO GET A NEW KEYBOARD*
I see so many comments asking Jeremy which keyboard to get and I repeatedly have to reply tgat he cannot make that decision for you, and makes it clear. If he replies, he will just reiterate what he says in his videos for certain things you may need and want. Everyone is unique, with their individual needs, music knowledge, training, experience, preferences, and such. Watch his videos and pay attention before asking questions of that nature, because the answers are almost always addressed there.
Superb cost analysis buddy! ❤️
@@JeremySee There's so many great keyboards out there, in price ranges and features and formats to fit everyone's needs, except for those that are always going to complain about things costing too much.
Tell me about that after spending $1300 on a 6 note polyphony synth in 1983 with archaic and limited sounds at the rough price of a Roland RD 88 Stage piano today and these keyboard I mentioned from $200 to $500...
Thank you, very helpful indeed 👍😊✔️
Glad it was helpful!
Sounds good for a home keyboard, but honestly would be surprised if the core engine has changed from the PSR-540 I had from the late 90s. Could swear some of the patches sound identical.
You are a very reliable partner for Yamaha Keyboard lover and Yamaha Company. Thank you, Sir.
Thank you very much!
I bought a Korg i3 for my 13 year old son today and then wandered upon this video. It was soooo good, that I ordered this keyboard, also.
Is this a workstation?
Wow so many new things . . .very good. . I am a a guitarist who can benefit from keyboards . very useful info . . thanks.
For a PSR series keyboard, the articulation feature is actually pretty impressive. I wonder if Yamaha might consider the idea of key switches in the future to increase the range of articulations.
That being said, the overall PSR series has had some real gems over the years. I've had my PSR-740 for over 20 years, and it's still my main workhorse, even if it's mostly as a MIDI controller these days.
Was it designed to be a MIDI controller? Does that mean that this keyboard under review could be used as a MIDI controller?
@@oriraykai3610 I had Yamaha PSR E 463 and I was using it as MIDI constroller so Im almost sure you can use PSR E 473 as MIDI controller too
Looks accurate! :)
im back again. Watching you work these pianos.
Also I wouldnt have the skill to enjoy such a piano. Then you showed me i could haha.
Looking for your course on cord playing
Just got this e473 5 days ago. Im very pleased with it
This channel helped a lot in deciding to buy a keyboard for my son.
That was amazing😄
Finally...♥️ thank u sir..😍😍
Thank you for this excellent review.💚
Please can we trigger the super articulation using the sustain pedal please 🙂🙂!!?
wow that piano sound is great
I have the PSR-EW-310 (76 keys) for $199 at guitar center. Unbelievable value.
Love from India sir ❤️
Thanks for a fast but completely understandable and Comprehensive review/demo!!
Glad it was helpful!
Wow impressive ...thanks for reviews ...btw, enjoy yr holidays....
Another fantastic review, well done 👏
I must say this is best review on this keyboard I've seen so far. The others don't demonstrate the quality and potential of this board the way you do. Again I say well done 👏
This sounds like a really fun keyboard I might buy one
A wonderful explanation of the keyboard. I would like to know how you record the sounds of the keyboard.
Remarkable review. Too bad there are too many features for me to envision my using them. Bravo, Jeremy, and Thanks!
Is it suitable for 5 year old, i am planning to buy for my daughter, and use it for me as well
6:45 that octave button made me happy
Wow, Jeremy See! Thanks for the tour around this wonderful keyboard. My PSR 373 only has DSP and not DSP2 . (One of these days I will have to read the instructions, and learn what that means.) The only thing that kills me on my unit is the display is like a bright flashlight in my eyes. I wish I could turn it off. On everything from USP's, computers, TV sets. They LOVE to put super bright LED'S that keep you up at night. I don't know why.. I have played guitar for almost 40 years and lost it. My 2 thumbs are ruined from a job that I had to strain them on all day.. So I went to piano, since I was pretty fast on computer keyboards.
Great summary review Jeremy, looking forward to more with the 473/425 if you have access to one. This looks like it blows away the new Casiotone CT-S500; especially with the mic with gain/effects feature. Looking forward to when these become available (still not even listed on retailer sites in Canada) - hoping to get the EW425
For instant you can use this keyboard for secondary audio player for mp3 or TH-cam music.
It has aux in
Very good info bro. TQVM
I also bought it recently..it's my first...been learning daily
i'm sold, I'll save money for this. It'll help tremendously on my journey of creating creative music especially with my guitar.
can this keyboard work as a MIDI controller for a Daw???
Yes
Because of your review, I am switching as well. Thanks Dude.👍
Was that the instrument speakers or external ones?
Planning to buy this keyboard 🎹
Pls make some demo on its ballad styles
I recognize most features really impressive especially act at the same as a sound card, thanks for giving out more insight
Does it have lighted keys ?
Sir will u plzz do a comparison between Yamaha psr e473 and casio ctx 5000...?
so glad i saw your channel and because of this, i bought my own psr-e473
im inlove with the Concert Grand Piano sound.
True speakers are a great add.. esp for me
Can you use any guitar pod with a keyboard?