Yamaha - PSR-I610 Indian Portable Keyboard
The flagship model of the PSR-I series, the PSR-I610 features authentic Indian instrument Voices, auto-accompaniment Styles, and a Riyaz function. Equipped with powerful 12 W built-in speakers, a modulation wheel, a foot controller input, and a mic input, this is the perfect model for performing.
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Authentic Indian voice library with microtonal fidelity; Riyaz accompaniment system for structured learning; 12W speakers adequate for small venues; modulation wheel and foot controller input enable expressive real-time control; auto-accompaniment Styles support tabla and drone elements rather than generic drum patterns.
Requires familiarity with Indian classical frameworks—Riyaz function demands some knowledge of raag structure. Quality audio output benefits from external amplification for larger spaces. Mic input enables vocal accompaniment. Consider purchasing a sustain pedal for fuller expression during performance.
This keyboard legitimizes Indian music in the arranger format without resorting to folklore kitsch. Serious practitioners gain a rehearsal partner and performance tool that respects the tradition's complexity rather than simplifying it for accessibility.
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PSR-I610
The flagship model of the PSR-I series, the PSR-I610 features authentic Indian instrument Voices, auto-accompaniment Styles, and a Riyaz function. Equipped with powerful 12 W built-in speakers, a modulation wheel, a foot controller input, and a mic input, this is the perfect model for performing.
Features
- 927 instruments, including 50 from India
- 392 auto-accompaniment Styles, including 70 Indian Styles
- 50 Riyaz (Tabla/Mridangam & Tanpura) patterns
- 75 lesson Songs, including 35 Indian traditional Raga, Geetam, Swara Jathi, and Korvai
- Powerful built-in 12 W speakers
- Foot controller input
- Modulation wheel and pitch bend wheel
- L2-C keyboard stand sold separately
Authentic Indian content and amazing expressive capabilities
In addition to high-quality pianos and other Voices, the PSR-I610 features 50 Indian instrument Voices and 70 Indian Styles (auto-accompaniments), covering a diverse range of Indian music. Newly included Voices/Styles and re-recorded primary Voices offer further improvements in both quality and quantity.
The distinctive expressive capabilities of Indian instruments, such as Bansuri vibrato and Santoor tremolo, have also been reproduced with the Super Articulation Lite function.
The PSR-I610 even lets you explore the world of Indian music further using the "Riyaz" Tabla/Mridangam & Tanpura function and the Raga/Geetam.
Traditional indian instruments featured on the PSR-I610
Ideal hardware for live performance
With powerful built-in speakers (12 W x 2) that deliver an overwhelming sense of presence, and a mic input that allows you to enjoy playing and singing along, you can perform anywhere without a PA system (microphone sold separately).
Alternatively, you can connect to a PA system and Speaker for a more power, and enjoy high-quality sound through the independent (L/L+R, R) outputs.
In addition to power, the PSR-I610 captures the subtle details of your performance with the pitch bend and modulation wheels and portamento button, as well as with an expression pedal connected to the foot controller input (sold separately), offering greater expressive capabitility than the PSR-I510 (which offers only pitch bend and portamento).
Performance using sampling pads on the PSR-I610
Where inspiration comes from
Let the PSR-I610 transform your inspiration into a one-of-a-kind performance.
You can use the looper function to record and play back phrases repeatedly, layering notes as you go, and combine with Styles to create your own solo performance.
The Auto Chord Play function plays the specified chord progression automatically, giving you more freedom for left-hand wheel and panel operations, as well as providing hints for creative performances.
When creating phrases, you can use the Quick Sampling function to expand the potential of your performance by looping the assigned sounds from your PC or even recording your own own voice to assign to the four Sampling Pads, or even using them as sound effects.
Song
Practice a variety of Songs step by step, from Raga scales and Geetam to Western classics.
Comfortable and sophisticated UI
The updated panel buttons and screen combine playability and a stylish appearance.
Sound control
A wide variety of effects add individuality to your performance.
Supported free apps
Enjoy free apps such as Rec'n'Share, which allows you to easily record performances and upload them to social media, and MIDI Song to Style, which converts MIDI song files to auto-accompaniment Style data.
Connection
Connect to a range of external devices for even more fun.
Portability
Compact size and lightness make the PSR-I610 easy to carry around and perform with anywhere.
| Color/Finish | ||
| Body | Color | Metallic Dark Gray |
| Size/Weight | ||
| Dimensions | Width | 992 mm (39-1/16”) |
| - | Height | 136 mm (5-3/8”) |
| - | Depth | 404 mm (15-7/8”) |
| Weight | Weight | 7.3 kg (16 lb, 1 oz) (not including batteries) |
| Control Interface | ||
| Keyboard | Number of Keys | 61 |
| - | Touch Response | Yes (Soft, Medium, Hard, Off) |
| - | Type | Organ-style |
| Other Controllers | Pitch Bend | Yes |
| - | Modulation | Yes |
| - | Art. Switches | Yes |
| - | Control Knobs | 2 |
| Display | Type | LCD |
| - | Backlight | Yes |
| - | Language | English |
| Panel | Language | English |
| Voices | ||
| Tone Generation | Tone Generating Technology | AWM Stereo Sampling |
| Polyphony | Number of Polyphony (Max.) | 64 |
| Preset | Number of Voices | 927 (386 Voices + 43 Drum/SFXKits + 40 Arpeggio Voices + 458 XGlite Voices) |
| - | Featured Voices | 50 Indian Voices, 29 Super Articulation Lite Voices, 10 Sweet! Voices, 6 Cool! Voices, 3 Live! Voices |
| Compatibility | GM | Yes |
| - | XGlite | Yes |
| Effects | ||
| Types | DSP | DSP1: 41 types, DSP2: 12 types |
| - | Reverb | 15 types |
| - | Chorus | 7 types |
| - | Master EQ | 6 types |
| Functions | Dual/Layers | Yes |
| - | Split | Yes |
| - | Melody Suppressor | Yes |
| - | Panel Sustain | Yes |
| Accompaniment Styles | ||
| Preset | Number of Preset Styles | 392 (Incl. Indian 70 Styles) |
| - | Fingering | Multi Finger, Smart Chord |
| - | Style Control | ACMP ON/OFF, SYNC START, SYNC STOP, START/STOP, INTRO/ENDING/rit., MAIN(A, B)/Auto Fill, TRACK ON/OFF |
| Other Features | Auto Chord Play | 135 Chord Progressions + 10 USER Chord Progressions |
| Expandability | Expansion Style | 10 |
| Compatibility | - | Style File Format (SFF) |
| Songs | ||
| Preset | Number of Preset Songs | 75 |
| Recording | Number of Songs | 10 |
| - | Number of Tracks | 6 (5 Melody + 1 Style) |
| - | Data Capacity | Approx. 19,000 notes (when only “melody” tracks are recorded) |
| Compatible Data Format | Playback | SMF (Formats 0 & 1) |
| - | Recording | Original File Format (SMF 0 conversion function) |
| USB Audio Recorder | ||
| Recording Time (max.) | - | 80 minutes (approx. 0.9 GB) per Song |
| Format | Playback | WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo) |
| - | Recording | WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo) |
| Quick Sampling | ||
| Sampling Type | - | Oneshot, Loop |
| Samples (Preset/User) | - | 4 |
| Sampling Time | - | Approx. 9.6 sec |
| Sampling Sources | - | AUX IN, MIC INPUT, USB audio interface, WAV format files |
| Sampling Format | - | Original File Format (16-bit, stereo) |
| Sampling Rate | - | 44.1 kHz |
| Functions | ||
| Lesson/Guide | Lesson/Guide | Lesson 1–3 (Listening, Timing, Waiting), Repeat & Learn |
| Demo | - | 3 Demo Songs |
| USB audio interface | - | 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo |
| Registration | Number of Buttons | 4 (x 8 banks) |
| - | Control | Freeze |
| Overall Controls | Metronome | Yes |
| - | Tempo Range | 11 – 280 (Tap Tempo: 32 – 280) |
| - | Transpose | −12 – 0 – +12 |
| - | Tuning | 427.0 – 440.0 – 453.0 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments) |
| - | Octave Button | Yes |
| - | Scale Type | 5 |
| Riyaz (Tabla/Tanpura Pattern) | Preset | 50 |
| Miscellaneous | PIANO Button | Yes (Harmonium/Piano) |
| - | Other Functions | Mega Boost, Motion Effect (57 types), Looper |
| Voices | Harmony/Echo | 26 types |
| - | Arpeggio | 182 types |
| Storage and Connectivity | ||
| Storage | Internal Memory | Approx. 1.72 MB |
| - | External Drives | USB flash drive |
| Connectivity | DC IN | 16 V |
| - | AUX IN | Stereo mini jack |
| - | Headphones | Standard stereo phone jack |
| - | Foot Switch | Yes (Sustain, Arpeggio Hold, Sustain+Arpeggio Hold, Articulation, Sostenuto) |
| - | Foot Control | Yes (Volume) |
| - | USB TO DEVICE | USB type-A |
| - | USB TO HOST | USB type-C™ |
| - | OUTPUT | Standard stereo phone jacks: L/L+R, R |
| - | Microphone | Standard mono phone jack |
| Amplifiers and Speakers | ||
| Amplifiers | - | 12 W + 12 W |
| Speakers | - | 12 cm x 2 |
| Power Supply | ||
| Power Supply | - | AC Adaptor PA-300C, or six "AA" size alkaline (LR6), manganese (R6) or Ni-MH rechargeable (HR6) batteries |
| Power Consumption | - | 13 W (When using PA-300C AC adaptor) |
| Auto Power Off Function | - | Yes(Disabled/5/10/15/30/60/120 minutes) |
| Accessories | ||
| Included Accessories | Music Rest | Yes |
| - | Song Book | Download from Yamaha web site |
| - | Power Adaptor | Yes |
Yamaha has been a global leader in music instrument manufacturing for over a century, renowned for combining traditional instrument expertise with cutting-edge digital technology. The company's commitment to authenticity and sound quality has made it a trusted choice for musicians across all levels and genres.
The PSR-I series represents Yamaha's specialized focus on Indian classical music, delivering culturally accurate instrument voices and accompaniment styles developed in collaboration with Indian music experts. This dedication to regional musical traditions reflects Yamaha's broader philosophy of respecting and enhancing diverse musical expressions worldwide.

