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Yamaha Disklavier Upgrade Kit DKC-900

SKU YAM-DKC900
$1,899

The Yamaha DKC-900 is an advanced control unit and upgrade system for Yamaha Disklavier reproducing pianos. It modernizes compatible Disklavier instruments by providing USB connectivity, network connectivity, wireless LAN capability, modern audio formats, MIDI connectivity and access to Yamaha's Disklavier playback features.

The DKC-900 is designed as an upgrade for Yamaha Disklavier E3 and Mark IV generation instruments. Yamaha describes it as a way to add modern playback, connectivity and control capabilities to these Disklavier systems.


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Disklavier Mark IV Series

The DKC-900 is compatible with the following Mark IV models, which originally use the DMC-100 control unit:

  • DC1 M4
  • DC2 M4
  • DC3 M4
  • DC3 M4PRO
  • DC3 M4T
  • DC5 M4
  • DC5 M4PRO
  • DC5 M4T
  • DC6 M4
  • DC6 M4PRO
  • DC6 M4T
  • DC7 M4
  • DC7 M4PRO
  • DC7 M4T
  • DCFIIIS M4PRO
  • DCFX M4PRO
  • DGC1 M4
  • DGC2 M4
  • DS4 M4PRO
  • DS6 M4PRO

Yamaha's compatibility documentation confirms these Mark IV models as supported by the DKC-900 upgrade.

Disklavier E3 Series

The DKC-900 is also compatible with the E3 generation Disklavier models, including:

  • DC1 E3
  • DC1X E3
  • DC2 E3
  • DC2X E3
  • DC3X E3PRO
  • DC5X E3PRO
  • DC6X E3PRO
  • DC7X E3PRO
  • DCFX E3PRO
  • DGB1K E3
  • DGB1K E3 CLASSIC
  • DGC1 E3
  • DGC2 E3
  • DS4 E3PRO
  • DS6 E3PRO
  • DU1 E3
  • DYUS1 E3

These E3 instruments originally use the DKC-800 control unit. The DKC-900 serves as the newer upgrade control system.

Important: The DKC-900 is not a universal control box for every Yamaha Disklavier. Compatibility depends on the specific Disklavier generation and model. Yamaha identifies the Mark IV and E3 generations as the supported platforms.

Major Features

  • Modern Disklavier control system
  • USB flash-drive playback
  • Standard MIDI File playback
  • MP3 playback
  • WAV playback
  • PianoSoft, PianoSoft Plus and PianoSoft Audio compatibility
  • SmartKey compatibility
  • LAN/network connectivity
  • USB connectivity
  • USB wireless LAN capability
  • MIDI IN and MIDI OUT
  • Digital audio output
  • Analog audio output
  • Headphone output
  • 500 built-in songs
  • 256-note maximum polyphony
  • Yamaha CFX piano sampling
  • 480 XG voices
  • 12 drum kits
  • Adjustable pitch/tuning

Model: Yamaha DKC-900
Type: Disklavier Control Unit / Upgrade System
Compatible generations: Disklavier Mark IV and E3
Built-in songs: 500
Maximum polyphony: 256 notes
Piano sound: CFX Binaural Sampling / CFX Stereo Sampling
Playing voices: 16
Normal/XG voices: 480
Drum kits: 12

Compatible File Formats

  • Standard MIDI File — Format 0
  • Standard MIDI File — Format 1
  • WAV
  • MP3

Compatible Yamaha Song Formats

  • PianoSoft
  • PianoSoft Plus
  • PianoSoft Audio
  • SmartKey

 

Connections

MIDI

  • MIDI IN
  • MIDI OUT

Audio

  • Analog OUTPUT
  • OMNI/SYNC IN
  • OMNI/SYNC OUT
  • Digital OUT
  • Headphone output

Data/Network

  • LAN
  • USB TO HOST × 1
  • USB TO DEVICE × 3

The system can therefore be used with USB storage, MIDI equipment, network connections and external audio equipment.

Control Unit Dimensions

Switch Box

  • Width: 220 mm / 8-11/16"
  • Depth: 70 mm / 2-3/4"
  • Height: 30 mm / 1-3/16"

Control Center Unit

  • Width: 224 mm / 8-13/16"
  • Depth: 130 mm / 5-1/8"
  • Height: 76 mm / 3"

 

Power

Power requirements: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz

The DKC-900 includes an AC adapter and power cord. Yamaha also includes a USB wireless LAN adapter and mounting bracket.

Included Accessories

  • Owner's manual
  • Built-in song list
  • Audio cable
  • AC adapter
  • Power cord
  • USB wireless LAN adapter
  • Mounting bracket

An optional DKCB-900CF bracket is available for installation with Yamaha CF Series grand pianos.

Summary

The Yamaha DKC-900 is a significant upgrade for compatible Yamaha Disklavier instruments. It replaces the older control technology of compatible Mark IV and E3 Disklaviers with a modern system supporting USB, MIDI, WAV, MP3, networking and wireless connectivity.

For a customer purchasing a used DKC-900, the most important point is to verify the exact Disklavier model and generation before purchase. Yamaha's official compatibility list should be used to confirm that the particular piano can accept the DKC-900 upgrade.

 

Condition Original Dealer Inventory
Type Upright

Yamaha has informed Grand Piano Haus that it will not honor the original manufacturer's warranty on Yamaha instruments purchased through Grand Piano Haus — even though many of these pianos were originally purchased directly from the manufacturer while Grand Piano Haus was an authorized dealer.

Grand Piano Haus stands behind every instrument we sell. When you purchase this piano from us, Grand Piano Haus provides its own warranty and support in place of the manufacturer's warranty. Please contact us for complete warranty terms and coverage — your investment is protected and backed by our commitment to quality and service.

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