Yamaha CK61

Essential Information About the Yamaha CK61 Stage Keyboard

• 61-key FSB keyboard, semi-weighted and velocity-sensitive for smooth playing on organ, electric piano, and synth sounds.


• Palette of 363 tones derived from the CP (pianos) and YC (organs/synths) series, with 128-note polyphony.


• Immediate on-stage control: 9 harmonic drawbars, part sliders, Pitch/Mod wheels, and dedicated effects section.


• Ready to play anywhere: 2x6 W speakers, powered by 8 AA batteries, and extensive audio connectivity.

The Link Between the CP and YC Series

The CK61 combines the stage piano heritage of the CP range with the organ/synth approach of the YC range in an ultra-portable format. It features acoustic and electric pianos, drawbar organs, strings, brass, and modern synths, all organized into "Live Set" memories (160 slots) for seamless splits and layers in live contexts.

Keyboard Design

The CK61 adopts a 61-key FSB keyboard, semi-weighted with velocity response. Its mechanism offers the fast attack sought after for organs and synths while maintaining precise feel for piano parts. The balanced key travel and progressive resistance promote nuanced precision and clean glides essential for stage playing.

Sound Quality

At the heart of the instrument, the AWM2 and AWM organ flute engines deliver 363 live-ready tones: expressive acoustic and electric pianos, drawbar organs, pads, and leads. The 128-note polyphony ensures dense layers without note dropouts, while the integrated 2x6 W amplification system turns any venue into a stage or rehearsal space.

Built-in Effects

A broad onboard effects section covers essentials: reverb, chorus, delay, brilliance, and Master EQ, along with dedicated treatments for organs and synth sounds to shape your tone in real time.

Technical specifications

Effects	Reverb, Delay, EQ, Chorus	Touch	Heavy
Arpeggiator	No	Split & layer	layer, split
Bluetooth	No	Max polyphony	128
Controller	Pitchbend, Modulation, Drawbars	USB to Host port	Yes
Number of speakers	2	Inputs	234, Sustain pedal, Bluetooth audio, 2 x jack, Control pedal
Velocity sensitive	Yes	Outputs	Midi, 2 x jack, USB Type B, 6.5 mm headphone, USB Type A
MIDI DIN I/O	Yes	Color	Black
Number of keys	61	Finishing	Matt

Keyboard	61 FSB keys, semi-weighted, initial touch (velocity)	USB "To Device"	USB flash drive
Sound generator	AWM2 and AWM for organ flutes	USB "To Host"	USB Audio (2 channels PC->CK, 2 channels CK<->PC)
Polyphony	128 voices	Pedal/controller inputs	2
Number of voices	363	Built-in speakers	2x6 W
"Live Set" memories	160 (Splits & Layers)	LC display	128 x 64 dots
Controls	9 harmonic drawbars, 3 part volume sliders, 11 control buttons	Power adapter	external, included
Stereo line outputs	6.3 mm Mono Phone Jack x2	Battery operation	8 x AA (alkaline or Ni-MH)
Stereo inputs	6.3 mm Mono Phone Jack x2	Dimensions	910 x 291 x 109 mm
Headphone output	6.3 mm stereo	Weight	5.6 kg
MIDI	Input/Output	Included accessories	manual and external power adapter