Advanced Features for Serious Learning and Performance

The Yamaha PSR-E383 represents the next step up for keyboard players ready to explore advanced features and professional sound quality. With 650 premium voices, 260 accompaniment styles, and touch-sensitive keys that respond to your playing dynamics, this 61-key portable keyboard bridges the gap between beginner instruments and professional workstations. Comprehensive USB MIDI connectivity, interactive lesson functions with 125 built-in songs, and powerful performance features make the PSR-E383 the perfect instrument for intermediate players, students, and performing musicians who demand versatility and quality.

Touch-Sensitive Keys - Play with Expression

The velocity-sensitive keyboard responds to how hard or soft you play, producing louder sounds when you strike keys firmly and softer tones when you play gently. This dynamic response is essential for expressive piano playing, realistic instrument emulation, and developing proper technique. You'll learn to control volume and expression through your touch, just like on acoustic instruments, building skills that translate to any keyboard or piano.

650 Voices - Professional Sound Library

Explore an extensive palette of high-quality sounds including acoustic and electric pianos, organs, strings, brass, woodwinds, guitars, basses, drums, synthesizers, and ethnic instruments from around the world. Yamaha's advanced AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generation captures the authentic character of each instrument with remarkable detail. Layer two voices together for rich textures, or split the keyboard to play bass with your left hand and melody with your right.

• 61 Touch-Sensitive Keys: Velocity-sensitive keyboard responds to playing dynamics for expressive performance
• 650 Premium Voices: Extensive sound library including pianos, organs, strings, brass, synths, and world instruments
• 260 Accompaniment Styles: Professional auto-accompaniment in every genre from pop to world music
• 48-Note Polyphony: Play complex arrangements without note dropouts
• 125 Built-In Songs: Practice songs with notation display and lesson functions
• USB MIDI Connectivity: Connect to computers, tablets, and DAWs for recording and music production
• USB Audio Interface: Record keyboard sounds directly to your computer without additional hardware
• Yamaha Education Suite (Y.E.S.): Interactive lessons with Keys to Success system
• Performance Assistant Technology: Play along with styles and sound great even as a beginner
• Chord Dictionary: Learn over 1,000 chord fingerings on-screen
• Master EQ: Six presets optimize sound for different listening environments
• Pitch Bend Wheel: Add expressive pitch variations to leads and synth sounds
• Duo Mode: Split keyboard into two identical zones for teacher-student practice
• Powerful Speaker System: 2.5W x 2 stereo speakers deliver clear, room-filling sound
• Dual Headphone Outputs: Practice privately or play duets without disturbing others
• AUX Input: Connect smartphone or MP3 player to play along with favorite songs
• Ultra-Lightweight: 9.7 lbs: Easy to transport to lessons, gigs, and rehearsals

Complete MIDI and Audio Integration

The PSR-E383 features comprehensive USB connectivity that serves dual purposes: MIDI control and audio interface. Connect to your computer or tablet to use the keyboard as a MIDI controller for GarageBand, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, or any music software. The 61 touch-sensitive keys provide excellent control for virtual pianos, organs, and synthesizers. The built-in USB audio interface lets you record the keyboard's internal sounds directly to your computer as high-quality audio—no separate audio interface needed. This makes the PSR-E383 a complete solution for music learning, performance, and production.

Interactive Learning System

The Yamaha Education Suite (Y.E.S.) provides structured lessons using 125 built-in songs. The keyboard displays which notes to play on the LCD screen, waits for you to find the correct keys, and provides feedback on your timing and accuracy. Three learning modes help you progress: Waiting mode (keyboard waits for correct notes), Timing mode (play in rhythm), and Minus One mode (keyboard removes the melody so you can play it). The Chord Dictionary teaches you over 1,000 chord fingerings, showing you exactly where to place your fingers on the keyboard.

Performance Assistant Technology

This innovative feature lets you play along with accompaniment styles and sound musical even if you're still learning. Performance Assistant intelligently adjusts the notes you play to fit the selected style and key, ensuring everything sounds harmonious. It's a confidence-building tool that makes practice fun and helps you understand how melodies work with chord progressions.

260 Accompaniment Styles - Your Personal Band

Transform simple chord progressions into full band arrangements with professional auto-accompaniment. The PSR-E383 includes 260 styles covering pop, rock, jazz, country, Latin, dance, world music, and more. Each style features bass, drums, guitars, and other instruments that follow your chord changes in real-time. Control the arrangement with intro, ending, fill, and variation buttons for dynamic, professional-sounding performances.

Perfect for Intermediate Players and Performers

Imagine having the tools to learn songs quickly with interactive lessons, then performing them with full band accompaniment that makes you sound like a complete ensemble. The PSR-E383's touch-sensitive keys help you develop expressive playing technique, while the extensive voice library lets you explore any musical genre. The lightweight design means you can take it to lessons, band rehearsals, small gigs, or practice at a friend's house. USB MIDI connectivity opens up a world of music production possibilities as your skills advance.

Specifications:

• Keys: 61, touch-sensitive (velocity-sensitive), organ-style
• Tone Generation: AWM (Advanced Wave Memory)
• Polyphony: 48 notes maximum
• Voices: 650 (including 20 drum/SFX kits, 480 XGlite voices)
• Styles: 260 accompaniment styles
• Songs: 125 built-in songs for lessons
• Effects: Reverb (9 types), Chorus (5 types), Master EQ (6 presets), Ultra-Wide Stereo
• Functions: Dual voice, Split voice, Duo mode, Harmony, Arpeggio, Performance Assistant
• Lesson System: Yamaha Education Suite (Y.E.S.) with 3 learning modes, Chord Dictionary
• Connectivity: USB to Host (MIDI + Audio Interface), 2 headphone outputs, AUX In (stereo mini), Sustain pedal input
• Controls: Pitch bend wheel, master volume, style controls
• Speakers: 2.5W x 2 stereo
• Display: Backlit LCD with notation display
• Dimensions: 37" W x 13.6" D x 4.6" H
• Weight: 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg)
• Power: AC adapter (included) or 6 AA batteries (optional)
• Included: Power adapter, music rest, owner's manual

Ideal For:

• Intermediate keyboard players ready for advanced features
• Students who've outgrown beginner keyboards and need more capabilities
• Songwriters and producers who need a portable MIDI controller with great sounds
• Performers who want auto-accompaniment for solo gigs and practice
• Music students learning keyboard technique and music theory
• Home recording enthusiasts who need USB MIDI and audio connectivity
• Musicians who want to explore diverse sounds and world music instruments
• Teachers who need Duo mode and lesson functions for instruction

PSR-E383 vs PSR-E283

The PSR-E383 offers significant upgrades over the entry-level PSR-E283: more voices (650 vs 392), more styles (260 vs 150), more lesson songs (125 vs 122), Performance Assistant technology, Chord Dictionary with 1,000+ chords, USB audio interface capability, and enhanced speaker system. Choose the E383 if you want advanced learning features, more sound variety, and professional connectivity options.

Portable Yet Powerful

Weighing just 9.7 pounds and running on AC power or batteries, the PSR-E383 goes wherever your music takes you. Set it up on a tabletop for casual playing, mount it on a keyboard stand for performances, or take it to lessons, rehearsals, and gigs. The compact design fits easily in a car or keyboard bag, while the robust construction ensures years of reliable performance.

Yamaha Quality and Heritage

Yamaha has been crafting musical instruments for over 130 years, and the PSR-E series represents their commitment to making quality keyboards accessible to everyone. The PSR-E383 uses the same AWM tone generation technology found in professional Yamaha keyboards, ensuring authentic, high-quality sounds. The robust construction and reliable components mean this keyboard will provide years of musical enjoyment.