Playing the Keyboard
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N3X
Owner’s Manual
Since this instrument is equipped with two [PHONES] jacks, you
can connect two sets of standard stereo headphones. If you are
using only one set of headphones, insert a plug into either jack;
this automatically shuts off the speakers.
CAUTION
Avoid listening to the instrument at a high volume level through headphones
for a long period of time, to prevent hearing damage.
NOTE
The TRS is turned off when headphones are connected. Press the [TRS] button to turn it on (page 25).
NOTE
When the TRS (page 25) is on, sound can be heard to some degree even when the headphones are connected.
Reproducing the Natural Sound Distance Sensation (when using Headphones)—Binaural Sampling
and Stereophonic Optimizer
This instrument features two advanced technologies that allow you to enjoy exceptionally realistic, natural sound,
even though listening on headphones.
Binaural Sampling (“CFX Grand” Voice only)
Binaural sampling is a method that uses two special microphones set at the ear position of a performer and records
the sound from a piano as it is. Listening to the sound with this effect through headphones gives the impression of
being immersed in the sound, as if it was actually emanating from the piano. Moreover, you can enjoy the sound
naturally for a long time without ear strain. When the default voice, “CFX Grand” (page 20) is selected, connecting
the headphones automatically enables the binaural sampling sound.
Stereophonic Optimizer (Voices other than “CFX Grand”)
The Stereophonic Optimizer is an effect which reproduces natural sound distance like the sound of binaural sam-
pling even though you hear it on headphones. When the voice except “CFX Grand” (page 20) is selected, connect-
ing the headphones makes this Stereophonic Optimizer effective.
Turning the Binaural Sampling and Stereophonic Optimizer function on/off
When headphones are connected, the sound from this instrument changed to the sound of Binaural Sampling or the
sound enhanced with the Stereophonic Optimizer. Since these sounds are optimized for listening with headphones,
we recommend that you set this function to “OFF” (as described below).
While holding down [PIANO/VOICE] button, press the C6 key repeatedly (if necessary) to turn this function on/off.
The specified value is shown on the display while both controls are held.
Default setting: On
Using Headphones
You should turn these functions off when:
• Playing the sound of this instrument with an external powered speaker system or a mixer, while monitoring the sound
output from this instrument on connected headphones.
• Making an audio recording (page 34) and then playing that recorded audio Song through speakers.
(Make sure to turn off these functions before audio recording.)
NOTE
Before connecting an external powered speaker system or a mixer, be sure to read “Using an External Stereo System for Playback—AUX OUT [L/L+R] [R] jacks (unbalanced)” (page
42) or “Connecting to a Mixer—OUTPUT [L] [R] jacks (Balanced)” (page 42).
Standard stereo
phone plug
C6
Highest key (C7)
