Winter NAMM 2002: Yamaha S08

“Hey, isn’t this Yamaha? Where are the keyboards?!” We got yer Yamaha keyboards. It’s the S08, a remarkably low-priced portable 88-key programmable synthesizer for performance and composition. For the money, the S08’s feature list is pretty impressive: 64-note polyphony. Yamaha's AWM2 tone generation, over 749 incredible sounding voices and 31 drum kits, full XG and GM2 compatibility, stereo sampled pianos and drums, and more. Once again, the key here is versatility. The S08’s streamlined interface makes it an excellent choice for the gigging keyboardist, while its feature set makes it a great instrument for songwriting and recording. You could describe it as the compact, portable synth for the professional. It’s also compatible with USB-equipped Windows PC platforms (Windows 98 or higher).