61-key vs 76-key Pa4X

vw0400 · Post by **vw0400** » Sun Mar 06, 2016 4:07 pm

Hi everyone. My first post so please be patient. I am looking into purchasing a Pa4X here in the U.S. My question is why the popularity of the 61-key over the 76-key? Price doesn't seem to be an issue ($200 US$). Yet the wait is over 30-days for a 61-key vs immediate availability of the 76-key. Thanks in advance of any responses.

Nemik · Post by **Nemik** » Sun Mar 06, 2016 4:39 pm

I think if not a money issue, they choosing 61 over 76 only because is more easy to care 61 when you play a lot live performances.
... or space in studio... just kidding

Nothing is better in 61, 76 has same + more keys and included hard drive.

kbrkr · Post by **kbrkr** » Sun Mar 06, 2016 7:26 pm

I agree with Nemik.

I use a 76 key Kronos and it pains me to move it for show band gigs and rehearsals. I'm about to purchase the Pa4x and I'm looking at the 61 key model because I can take it to rehearsals and it will be lighter weight for cocktail hour and other solo gigs. The 61key Pa4x is 42lbs and the Kronos 76 key is 57 lbs.

I may take both on bigger gigs and that's a lot of bulk to carry around!

mintjamman · Post by **mintjamman** » Sun Mar 06, 2016 11:08 pm

my own view is that the 76 key provides more in the way of freedom when playing, on the 61 you may well find your hitting the Octave up and down buttons a lot more. I dont see that the 61 key model posing much in the way of bulk versus the 61 and I could only try the 61 before purchase as there were no 76 models available, I quickly realised that I could never live with the 61 note model but hey ho you pays your money and takes your choice, My advise is to try both if you can before laying your pocket money out,

BR · Post by BR » Mon Mar 07, 2016 6:45 am

Nemik wrote:I think if not a money issue, they choosing 61 over 76 only because is more easy to care 61 when you play a lot live performances.
... or space in studio... just kidding
Nothing is better in 61, 76 has same + more keys and included hard drive.

As Nemik mentioned, agree with him, the Pa4X 61 keys is lighter (30.64 lbs) and practical for its portability during live performance.

stephenm52 · Post by **stephenm52** » Wed Mar 09, 2016 12:46 am

vw0400 wrote:Hi everyone. My first post so please be patient. I am looking into purchasing a Pa4X here in the U.S. My question is why the popularity of the 61-key over the 76-key? Price doesn't seem to be an issue ($200 US$). Yet the wait is over 30-days for a 61-key vs immediate availability of the 76-key. Thanks in advance of any responses.

We are neighbors I live in Rhode Island. If you're going to buy the Pa4x there is a dealer in Milford Ct. Call Frank at Audioworks Ct. for a great deal. I've been a customer of his for years he is a great dealer and he knows arrangers very well. 203-876-1133.

Chuck · Post by **Chuck** » Wed Mar 09, 2016 1:20 am

Thought I'd chime in on the 76 v 61. You only start to notice the difference when you start to age. They are good boards but the 76 is cumbersome to carry around. I started using 61 keys 4 years ago.
And to another response, yes Frank in CT will give a great deal.
Chuck

karmathanever · Post by **karmathanever** » Wed Mar 09, 2016 4:05 am

Very true Chuck - but I'm going for the 76 and will try get an out-of-work drummer to carry my gear around

OH! WHOOPS - I AM an out-of-work drummer

Chuck · Post by **Chuck** » Wed Mar 09, 2016 4:27 am

Pete. I to am a former drummer. I miss it sometime and can still play a lick or two. Take care Pete, hope you get your board soon.

vw0400 · Post by **vw0400** » Wed Mar 09, 2016 10:51 pm

Thanks everyone for all the helpful answers. Going to go for the 76-key soon as they are available again. As far as the weight, your talking to someone who used a Rhodes 73-suitcase (still have in the attic) and DK Synergy - nothing can compare to lugging those 2 around - except maybe a Hammond B3 lol.

Giner · Post by **Giner** » Wed Mar 09, 2016 11:44 pm

^

I'm impressed you could even rassle that Rhodes up into the attic. Yikes!

I'm like Chuck, gave up a Pa1xpro in favour of a Pa3x-61. Not regretting it - from any angle.

mintjamman · Post by **mintjamman** » Thu Mar 10, 2016 10:46 pm

The 76 is the way to go, it's the lightest keyboard I have ever owned even in its full flightcase, I ain't complaining

mabcomp · Post by **mabcomp** » Fri Mar 11, 2016 11:37 am

No Brainer: Its the 76 every time. However you need to worry if you buy a 76 note Tyros 5 cos its as long as a double decker bus and will NOT sit on your car's back seat.

JF

muzz · Post by **muzz** » Fri Mar 11, 2016 3:19 pm

Is it in pa4x instaled USB stick like in a pa3x and is it possible to change it with some with more memory like 32, 64gb like it is possible with pa3x 61...that would be a way to save money for the HDIK-3 because the price pa4x 61 with HDIK-3 is higher than pa4x 76....

Sam CA · Post by **Sam CA** » Fri Mar 11, 2016 9:42 pm

You would need to look at how you use the keyboard. Once you consider those factors ,then you purchase the one that is right for you. I use mine as a sound module for the most part, so I could care less if it's 20 keys or 88! In fact if they had a sound module version available, I would've bought that instead.

There's no such a thing as the 76 keys is the way to go!

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