How can i get replacement keys. - Yamaha Portable Keyboard

There is a well documented problem that occurs with the keybed on some of these models due to a manufacturing fault. Take a look at the keys that are sticking. Is the gap on either side of the key the same ? If not then the key normally leans slightly to the left rubbing on the adjacent key causing the sluggish action. The fixing tab at the back of the key breaks causing the spring pressure to push sideways.

You can just replace the offending key but the problem will eventually return. You could replace the whole keybed but this is a very expensive fix.

Keys are around £ 15.00 each.
Replacement keybeds around £ 450.00

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You will need to gain access to the keybed, remove screw from back of keybed the fix it to the base of the keyboard. Slide the keybed back making a gap of about 2cm at the front of the keybed.

Look at the back of the key towards where it pivots and you will see a small arrow, push something like a credit card between the keys at this point and the key will pop up, you can then slide forward releasing the key.

If you need more info please ask.

A YDP uses the same key type as a basic Yamaha Clavinova. As you have stripped the keyboard to reveal the keys take a look at the end where the key hinges. There will be an arrow pointing to one side. You will need to remove att the screws holding the key base (black plastic ) to the wooden base. Slide the whole keyboard back a couple of inches, push down where the arrow points between the keys, the offending key will pop up. Slide forward and jiggle out. Replace key. reassemble. If the tag on the back of the old key has snapped off remove the piece of debris that might be there before refitting.

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replacement keys can be found online

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Get replaceement keys from Yamaha America (musical instruments). Search Google for the phone number in California. You will need the model number and the key position that is broken and maybe the SN of your unit.
Download a service manual for instructions here: http://elektrotanya.com/yamaha_psr-e213_ypt-210_sm.pdf/download.html
When you go to this site DO NOT click on the download button but wait a minute for "Get Manual" to appear in the BOTTOM RIGHT and click on that link. You will get a PDF file of your SERVICE manual that has everything you need to understand how the keys are attached. BE VERY CAREFUL when opening the unit as there are tender ribbon cables between to two halves of the case. The manual probablly has a part number for the key in the parts list.

You can order replacement keys for the S30 here:

 

www.syntaur.com/yamaha.html

 

They are $9.95 per key.  Good luck!

SOMETIMES the keys are not really broken, but instead knocked out of their pivot arrangements. Technics is out of business and you MAY have a hard time finding replacements. I believe they were bought out by Panasonic. You will LIKELY have to get parts for this, if available, through an instrument repair shop.

I might suggest taaking it to a shop and see if they MIGHT be able to swap the keys with ones you don't use.

They SHOULD be able to disarm them so it is at least playable.

Be forewarned that SOMETIMES excess forces on the keys from dropping CAN crack the circuit board onder the keys and that can be fatal and require board replacement, if available.

Typically lots of screws to remove. Be careful unplugging any ribbon cables. The cables are easily damamged by exerting force on just the edges.

Have new parts available BEFORE taking it apart for repair.

Depending where you are, you gotta check with your Yamaha distributor, or else on Amazon. Then get a tech to take the thing apart (ugh) and replace them keys.
Good luck from Venezuela....