Main Features
❐Song SequencerA built-in six-track sequencer gives you full control over the tone, volume, pan position, and other parameters for each recorded track. Use in combination with Auto Accompaniment, the Song Sequencer provides you with all the tools you need to create your own full-fledged ensembles.
❐Pattern SequencerAlter any of the 120 built-in rhythm patterns to create your own, original patterns. You can even store up to 10 of your patterns in memory for later recall.
❐130 rhythms120 built-in rhythms include rock, pops, jazz, and other rhythms specially arranged for piano accompaniment. You can even store up to 10 of your own rhythm patterns in memory for later recall.
❐Auto AccompanimentSimply play a chord and the corresponding rhythm, bass, and chords parts play along automatically. One Touch Presets instantly recalls the most suitable tone and tempo settings to match the rhythm you are using, while Free Session automatically produces pre-programmed chord progressions so you can play ensembles with yourself.
❐232 tonesChoose from among a versatile collection of 200 built-in orchestra tones, synthesized sounds, drum sets and more. You can even store up to 32 of your own original sound creations in memory for instant recall when you need them.
❐SynthesizerChange the parameters of any of the built-in sounds to produce your own original creations. Up to 32 of original sounds can be stored in memory for later recall.
❐General MIDI compatibilityGeneral MIDI compatible tones let you connect to a personal computer for quick and easy “desktop music” capabilities. This keyboard can be used as a desktop music input device or sound source.
❐MixerYou can specify tone, volume, pan position, and other parameters for each built-in Auto Accompaniment part and each track recorded with the Pattern Sequencer or Song Sequencer. You can also control the same parameters for each channel during MIDI input.
❐Registration MemoryKeyboard setups can be stored in memory for later recall and instant settings whenever you need them. Up to 20 setups (5 setups x 4 banks) can be stored in registration memory.
❐DSP Effects10 DSP effects such as reverb and chorus come built in.
❐Built-in floppy disk drive (WK-1800 only)Save original tones and rhythms, or songs you created with the Song Sequencer to disk for long-term storage. You can also load a disk with a standard MIDI file (SMF) and play it back on the keyboard.
