Roland BK-5 vs Yamaha PSR-SX600
| Roland BK-5 | Yamaha PSR-SX600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 61 keys (velocity sensitive) | Organ |
| Polyphony | 128 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 1172 | 850 |
| Accompaniment styles | 305 | 350 |
| Sequencer | — | 16 tracks / Song Creator: Yes |
| Sound engine | — | AWM2 |
| Speakers | 24 W | 30 W |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | — | No |
| Weight | 7.5 kg | 8.1 kg |
| Released | 2012 | 2019 |
| Status | discontinued | current |
| Keys | 61 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha PSR-SX600 if budget is the priority — it is about $100 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Roland BK-5 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (7.5 kg vs 8.1 kg).
- Choose the Roland BK-5 if you want more variety of built-in voices (1172 vs 850).
- Choose the Yamaha PSR-SX600 if you practise out loud without an amp (24 W vs 30 W).
Full spec sheets: Roland BK-5 · Yamaha PSR-SX600. Rows with a highlighted background differ.