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Common Yamaha YC88 Questions
How do I save my custom organ or keyboard sounds (Live Sets) on the YC88?
Press the [LIVE SET] button, then select an empty slot or overwrite an existing one using the navigation buttons. Finally, press the [STORE] button to save your settings to that Live Set slot.
I'm having trouble getting my YC88 to control external MIDI instruments. What are the key MIDI settings I should check?
Ensure the [Local Control] setting is off in the YC88's Utility menu to prevent internal sounds from also triggering. Also, verify the correct MIDI channel is selected both on the YC88's MIDI transmit channel and on the receiving instrument.
What's the best way to quickly split the keyboard on the YC88 to play different sounds on the upper and lower sections?
Use the [SPLIT] button to activate the split function, then use the [PART SELECT] buttons (Organ/Keyboard) to choose which sounds play on each side, and use the navigation buttons to set the split point.
The YC88's keys are occasionally triggering multiple notes (keybed issue). What troubleshooting steps can I take?
Try recalibrating the keybed sensitivity through the Utility menu. If the problem persists, ensure the keyboard is on a stable, level surface and contact Yamaha support for potential hardware repair if necessary.
What does the Real Circuit Modeling (VCM) do on the YC88, and how do I use it?
VCM recreates the behavior of vintage effects pedals and amplifiers, adding authentic character to the organ and keyboard sounds; adjust the VCM parameters directly via the dedicated knobs and buttons on the YC88's control panel for each section (organ, keyboard, effects).