Wanting to possibly upgrade current keyboard for open mics, would love feedback/input
Quick edit: just wanted to say a big thanks to everyone! I didn’t expect to get so many response so soon. I’ve gotten a couple mentions of the Yamaha YC73, one supporting the Nord, and some other great recommendations. I’m still open to receive any other recs since it’ll be a while before I pull the trigger on anything, but happy to get help from this community!
Hey all! So currently I have a Korg SV-1 which I love but I use at home because of how heavy it is. About a year and a half ago I got a Yamaha PSR-EW320 76 key cause it was cheap and lightweight. I was just only starting to do open mics so I figured something cheap was a good way to go for starting. I have been thinking of upgrading at some point for something a little nicer and with better keys and am saving some money right now. My first thought was maybe something like a Nord electro because they are still on the lighter side even though they’re a bit heavier than the Yamaha, but I’m not sure if that seems overkill for doing open mics at bars, breweries, etc. I was suggested a Yamha YC73 or CP73 but they still seem a little heavy just for these. I tried out a Roland Go:keys when I was first looking but wasn’t super into it. I’d possibly consider again but I did want something with more than 61 keys. Are there any good other keyboards like the others mentioned I may not know or be thinking about? Is a Nord electro good or is it too much for these? Thanks everyone!