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For keyboardists, music creators and sound interfaces of classic
reface Mobile Mini Keyboards are reimagined interfaces of
classic Yamaha keyboards.

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Intuitively control big sound in a small size with four
unique synth based on legendary Yamaha keyboards.

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CS

Analog modeling synth

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DX

FM synth

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YC

Combo organ

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CP

Electric piano

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ACCESSORIES

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reface CS

reface CS

reface CS

  • -8-note polyphonic Virtual Analog synth
  • -Five unique oscillator types
  • -Powerful and intuitive control
hands-on

hands-on

reface CS overview

reface CS overview

Waves

Multi-saw

Pulse

OSC Sync

Ring Mod

FM

Multi-saw

Multi Saw produces a typical synthesizer sound on the basis of sawtooth waveforms.
The term "Multi" stands for the possibility to layer multiple waveforms.

TEXTURE :

Adds an octave lower Sub-Oscillator

MOD :

Layers multiple sawtooth waveforms for a thicker sound.

Pulse

Produces a basic synthesizer voice by using square waves. Two square waves with different pitches can be layered to make the sound more complex.

TEXTURE :

changes pitch of 2nd square wave

MOD :

change pulse width

OSC Sync

Produces voices having two oscillators (OSC1 and OSC2), with OSC2 locked in sync with OSC1. Intense harmonics can be generated by changing the pitch and tone of OSC2, making it possible to create highly distinctive, dazzling sounds.

TEXTURE :

changes pitch and tone of OSC2

MOD :

sets pitch change amount

Ring Mod

Produces voices by multiplying the signals from two oscillators (OSC1 and OSC2). Metallic-sounding voices with no distinct pitch can be created by changing the pitches of the oscillators.

TEXTURE :

changes pitch of OSC1

MOD :

changes pitch of OSC2

FM

Produces voices having two oscillators (OSC1 and OSC2), with the frequency of OSC1 modulated by OSC2. This makes it possible to create voices with intense harmonics such as those of the Yamaha DX7 and other FM synthesizers.

TEXTURE :

sets Modulation amount

MOD :

changes pitch of the Modulator

Controls

LFO

EG

FILTER

EFFECT

PORTAMENT

LFO

The [DEPTH] and [SPEED] sliders control modulation speed and intensity. In addition to typical LFO uses, you can create interesting sound effects using extreme settings. So if you want get back at your motorcycle-driving neighbors, try out the following example! (Some amplification may be required!)

EG

EG/FEG slider determines how much the Envelope affects Amplitude or Filter. The"zero" position (AEG) means the Envelope only affects Amplitude. Asthe slider is moved upwards, the more influence the Envelope has on the Filter. In the middle position the effect on Filter and Amplitude is the same.

The envelope (EG) is set by the ADSR principle (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release) with four sliders. Again, the range of values is from 0 to 127.

FILTER

reface CS is equipped with a resonant low-pass Filter (18 db). The Cutoff slider adjusts the Filter from follow closed (0) to wide open (127) while the Resonance slider adds harmonics at the Cutoff point. The filter can even self-oscillate creating different kinds of synth sound.

EFFECT

The onboard effects processor features five effect types to add depth to your sound.
Use the Type slider to select the desired effect. Depth determines the effect's intensity (also known as "Wet/Dry"). The Phaser and Chorus/Flanger are powered by Virtual Circuitry Modeling (VCM) technology.

PORTAMENT

The reface CS Portamento slider has two functions. It controls the typical Portamento effect: switching reface to 8-note polyphonic to 1-note monophonic and controlling Portamento time in monophonic mode.

Looper

Integrated MIDI Phrase Looper: capture song ideas or just jam

The integrated Looper lets you capture your performance and play it back. This is useful in a number of ways. First, you can use it to jam over top of a bass line or other ostinato part. Second, it's a great way to dial in a sound by tweaking the panel while the Looper plays for you.

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reface DX

reface DX

reface DX

  • -4-operator FM Sound Engine
  • -Continuously variable feedback on every operator
  • -Multi-touch controls
hands-on

hands-on

reface DX overview

reface DX overview

FM Section

Powerful and Intuitive FM section lets you easily edit FM sound.

32 presets

reface DX goes retro 80s to cutting edge modern at the flick of a switch.

Advanced Edit

Go from snorkeling to deep sea diving by hitting EDIT! Now you can dial in the exact sound detail that FM synthesis is known for.

Looper

Integrated MIDI Phrase Looper: capture song ideas or just jam

The integrated Looper lets you capture your performance and play it back. This is useful in a number of ways. First, you can use it to jam over top of a bass line or other ostinato part. Second, it's a great way to dial in a sound by tweaking the panel while the Looper plays for you.

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    How To Build A Kick Drum With Reface DX

  • How To Build A Dance Bass With Reface DX

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reface CP

reface CP

reface CP

  • -Iconic 70s stage keyboards
  • -Vintage effects
  • -128 polyphony
hands-on

hands-on

reface CP overview

reface CP overview

Sounds

RdI

RdII

Wr

Clv

Toy

CP

RdI, Early '70s tine electric piano

RdII, Late '70s tine electric piano

Wr, Late '60s reed electric piano

Clv, 70s struck string Clv

Toy, 70's Vintage Toy Piano

CP, Yamaha CP80 electric grand piano

Effects

Drive

Tremoro/Wah

Chorus/Phaser

D.Delay/A.Delay

Reverb

Drive

This Effect adds a Distortion matched to the current Voice.

Tremoro/Wah

In the "Tremolo" position, this is either a stereo pan effect or tremolo depending on the selected Voice. In the "Wah" position, the effect responds to how hard you play for a super-funky effect. "DEPTH" controls intensity while "RATE" controls the effect speed.

Chorus/Phaser

Well-known modulation effects that add depth, thickness and movement to the overall sound.

D.Delay/A.Delay

Two effects with different behavoirs. Digital generates precise repititions while Analog gives a "tape" like experience by changing delay time and pitch in real time.

Reverb

The last effect in the chain is a classic Reverb. Reverb is a single knob controlling both time and intensity.

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reface YC

reface YC

reface YC

  • -Unique expression of drawbars and rotary speaker
  • -Percussion and effects for a complete organ experience
  • -128 polyphony
hands-on

hands-on

reface YC overview

reface YC overview

Sounds

H

V

F

A

Y

H, American tonewheel organ

V, British transistor organ

F, Italian transistor organ

A, Japanese transistor organ

Y, Yamaha YC-45D

Footage Drawbars

Just like vintage organs, reface YC features nine drawbars to interact with the sound.

Controls

Rotary Speed

Vibrato/Chorus

Percussion

Effect

Rotary Speed

Moving the lever up or down changes the setting between "FAST" (fast rotation), "SLOW" (slow rotation), "STOP" (no rotation), and "OFF" (no effect applied).

Vibrato/Chorus

This switch toggles between Vibrato/Chorus for different types of modulating effects. The Depth slidercontrols Vibrato and Chorus amount.

Percussion

Percussion features two footages for different sounds and a Length slider to control percussion decay.

Effect

reface YC features a Distortion effect for adding overdrive to the sound along with Reverb for adding "space" and depth to the sound.

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    How To Make Experimental Sounds With Reface YC

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Common Features

2W 3cm stereo speaker system

All reface models feature a speaker system designed to “play right now!” The speakers utilize bass-reflex port technology, producing an unbelievably good sound from a compact speaker.

Long-lasting battery

Up to 5 hours life

The battery system is perfect for those moments when you’re waiting backstage, feeling inspired by the music you hear in the living room or even sitting in the passenger seat on a long road trip. Six “AA” batteries allow up to five hours of continuous performance. The included power supply allows reface to be used without batteries.

Newly developed HQ-MINI keys

HQ (High Quality) Mini Keys provide premium feel and response for fast, accurate and natural playing

The HQ-MINI keyboard was developed to achieve the best possible playing feel. Its shape is the result of evaluating the acclaimed FS keyboard from our flagship synthesizers and the sturdy, highly durable pianica keyboard. Thanks to the crisp feel of the keys and the smooth playability throughout their entire range, this is a keyboard you'll love playing for a long time. All reface models come with a standard MIDI breakout I/O cable when you want to play reface from a full-size controller keyboard.

A Professional Connector Panel

gives you all what you need on the stage or in the studio

The full sonic potential of the tone generator unfolds when connected to a PA system or a pair of high-quality, active speakers via built-in stereo 1/4" outputs. There's also a stereo 1/4" headphone jack and a foot controller input for sustain (reface CP/DX) or expression (reface CS/YC).

You can even monitor through the speakers or headphone jack via a 1/8" AUX IN.

Reface also features USB MIDI and traditional 5-pin DIN MIDI via an included adapter cable.

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Accessories

Bundle apps

Cubasis LE

places touch-intuitive production tools in your hands, opening a new world of possibilities for your creativity.

Cubasis LE is the compact version of Steinberg’s streamlined, multitouch sequencer for the iPad, providing the same look and feel of its bigger brother Cubasis. Specially designed for quick and easy operation, Cubasis LE makes recording, editing and mixing a breeze.

Optional Accessories

Common

reface CS/DX/CP

reface YC

* Specifications are subject to change without notice. The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.

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