Yamaha Genos2 vs Yamaha Tyros5
| Yamaha Genos2 | Yamaha Tyros5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Organ (FSX) | — |
| Polyphony | 384 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 1991 | 1279 |
| Accompaniment styles | 850 | 539 |
| Sequencer | 16 tracks / Unlimited songs / Quick-Multi-Step Recording | — |
| Sound engine | AWM2 + Organ Flutes + new Revo drums | — |
| Effects | VCM + new DSP | — |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| USB audio | Yes | — |
| Weight | 14.2 kg | 16 kg |
| Released | 2023 | 2013 |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 76 | 76 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha Tyros5 if budget is the priority — it is about $200 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Yamaha Genos2 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (14.2 kg vs 16 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha Genos2 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (384 vs 128).
- Choose the Yamaha Genos2 if you want more variety of built-in voices (1991 vs 1279).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha Genos2 · Yamaha Tyros5. Rows with a highlighted background differ.