Yamaha P-S500 Black

A Yamaha "Next Generation" Between Portable Piano and Arranger Keyboard

With the P-S500, Yamaha evolves the concept of the portable digital piano by integrating a connected approach firmly focused on progress. Within the range, it stands out with its dual identity: on one hand, a true piano playing experience designed for serious practice; on the other, an arranger dimension (styles, accompaniments, microphone) that encourages playing complete pieces and performing with a rich sound, even solo.

Keyboard Design

The Yamaha P-S500 features an 88-key Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) keyboard, with heavier resistance in the bass and lighter in the treble, replicating the mechanical logic of an acoustic piano. This weighted touch facilitates dynamic control, from soft pianos to sharp attacks, while remaining comfortable for daily practice. Velocity sensitivity accurately reflects your playing intentions, and the " Stream Lights " system (red and blue light guidance) visually indicates the notes to play above the keys to assist with reading, memorization, and rhythmic placement.

Sound Quality

The sound section highlights two grand piano references: the Yamaha CFX and the Bösendorfer Imperial, allowing you to switch from a bright and precise character to a deeper and more enveloping tone depending on your repertoire. The Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) technology adds depth by reproducing resonance behavior (interaction of strings and instrument body), enhancing the "piano" feel in phrasing. For headphone playing, the binaural sampling improves spatialization and provides a more natural listening experience, as if the sound comes from the instrument rather than being "stuck" to the ears. Beyond piano sounds, the P-S500 offers 660 voices (including Super Articulation voices) and relies on an integrated stereo amplification system suitable for practice and small performances, with extended polyphony to play dense passages without note cutoff.

Built-in Effects

• Reverbs and ambiences (various room types) to place the piano and sounds in a believable space
• Brightness adjustment to tailor sparkle and presence in a mix or reverberant room
• Piano-specific processing: VRM and binaural rendering for a more organic sensation, especially on headphones
• Effects on microphone input with vocal harmonizer to enrich the voice and increase impact during performance

Technical specifications

Effects	Reverb, Octaver / Harmony	Touch	Heavy
Arpeggiator	No	Max polyphony	256
Bluetooth	No	USB to Host port	No
Speaker diameter	4,7", 2"	Inputs	Audio, USB audio, mic IN, USB Midi
Number of speakers	0	Outputs	3.5 mm headphone
Velocity sensitive	Yes	Color	Black
MIDI DIN I/O	No	Finishing	Matt
Number of keys	88

Keyboard	88 keys, Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) action, weighted touch	Piano processing	VRM and binaural rendering
Velocity sensitivity	yes	App	Smart Pianist, control, sheet music display, educational functions
Light guide	Stream Lights, above the keys, red and blue	" Audio to Score "	automatic conversion of an audio song into an accompaniment score
Sampled concert grand pianos	Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial	Automatic accompaniment	yes
Natural resonance modeling	Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM)	MIDI sequencer	up to 16 tracks
Voices	660, including Super Articulation	Vocal functions	lyric display, vocal cancellation or attenuation
Built-in content	403 songs and 370 accompaniment styles	Microphone input	dedicated, with effects and harmonizer
Reverbs and ambience	various room types	Connection to a smartphone or tablet	via the Smart Pianist app, wired or wireless depending on the configuration
Microphone input processing	vocal harmonizer and effects