Convenient Functions
Adjusting the Reference Pitch
— Master Tuning
In situations such as when playing in ensemble with other instruments, you can adjust the
Middle A is generally used as the standard reference pitch for tuning instruments. When performing in ensemble with other instruments, the ensemble will not sound good if the instruments are not in tune with each other. This tuning of all the instruments to a reference pitch is called “Master Tuning.”
The reference pitch is reset to 440 Hz when the power is switched on, with 440 Hz played by Middle A (A4).
■Lowering/ raising the Reference Pitch
While holding down the [Key Touch/Demo Song] button, press the “C4” note to lower the reference pitch, or the “D4” note to
raise it.
Refer to “Functions Assigned to the Keyboard” (p. 24).
fig.5-04.e
Key Touch/
Demo Song
C4 D4
While holding down...
Press
Each time you press the “C4” key, the pitch will fall by
0.1Hz. If you continue holding the key, the pitch will continue falling.
Each time you press the “D4” key, the pitch will rise by
0.1Hz. If you continue holding the key, the pitch will continue rising.
■Setting the Reference Pitch to 440 Hz
While holding down the [Key Touch/Demo Song] button, press the “C#4” key on the
keyboard.
Refer to “Functions Assigned to the Keyboard” (p. 24).
fig.5-06.e
C#4
Key Touch/
Demo Song
While holding down... | Press |
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The reference pitch will be set to 440 Hz. This is the most commonly used setting. The A4 (Middle A) key will sound at 440 Hz.
■Setting the Reference Pitch to 442 Hz
While holding down the [Key Touch/Demo Song] button, press the “D#4” key on the
keyboard.
Refer to “Functions Assigned to the Keyboard” (p. 24).
D#4
Key Touch/
Demo Song
While holding down... | Press |
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The standard pitch will be set to 442 Hz. This setting is often used for concert pianos. The A4 (Middle A) key will sound at 442 Hz.
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