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Yes, there is a difference between a synthesizer (or “syth”) and a keyboard. While both are electronic musical instruments, their primary difference lies in the sounds they produce.

1. Keyboard: A keyboard is a general term that covers any instrument having a keyboard as its main means of entering notes. It often refers to a digital instrument that mimics the sounds of various other instruments like the piano, organ, harpsichord, and so on. These instruments are typically designed to be very user-friendly and are often used by musicians who want to use a wide range of sounds but don’t want to learn the technical aspects of a synthesizer.

2. Synthesizer: A synthesizer, on the other hand, is a more complex instrument. It allows the user to generate and modify sounds electronically, which can then be played through a keyboard. Synthesizers can create a wide range of sounds, from im