Description
Yamaha MODX8, 88-key Weighted Action Synthesizer
For the piano player needing a piano-focused instrument with a huge variety of sound, MODX is a synthesizer with an 88-note, weighted keyboard action. MODX has over 125 years of Yamaha piano-making craftsmanship coupled with over 40 years of creating industry-leading synthesizers.
Key Features
- Expressive 88-key Graded Hammer Standard Action keyboard
- Motion Control Synthesis unifies and controls AWM2 and FM-X sound engines
- 192-note total polyphony: 128-note stereo AWM2 + 64-note FM-X
- Super Knob controls multiple parameters simultaneously for highly expressive sound interaction
- Send 10/receive 4 audio channels plus 16 channels of MIDI via a single USB cable
- Live Sets allow Performance organization without copying, renaming, or changing order
- 4-Part Seamless Sound Switching: change Performances while holding notes without sound or effect cutoff
- Direct Control Assignment assigns controls at the touch of a button
- The A/D input processes external audio sources with your instrument’s DSP
- Motion Sequences drive synthesizer parameters through rhythmic control data you can interact with in real time
- Envelope Follower allows internal or external audio to be used as a synth parameter control source
- AWM2 provides data compression without sacrificing sound quality
- 1GB internal flash memory lets you install your own samples and external libraries for a completely personalized sound set
- FM-X 8-operator FM synthesis delivers amazingly dynamic sonics and complex sound design
- Virtual Circuitry Modeling (VCM) re-creates the sound and behavior of vintage effects and signal processors
- Sidechain automatically controls dynamic behavior of parts separately from one another
- Vocoder effect re-creates classic voice-synth sounds
- Rhythm Pattern for effortless addition of drums or percussion to any Performance
- USB-to-host allows audio/MIDI connectivity to your USB-equipped computer or iOS device
- USB-to-device port allows connection of USB flash drives for loading and storing data
- Advanced Integration with Mac/PC
MODX8: The Next Generation
Samples and synths combined
The MODX sound is derived from the same technology powering the flagship MONTAGE: Yamaha’s AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample-based engine and the FM-X (Frequency Modulation) synth architecture. This unique mixture results in stunning emulative acoustic instruments, synthesized sounds, drums and more. AWM2 technology allows for a large amount of data compression without sacrificing sound quality, resulting in unparalleled, realistic sound reproduction. On the other hand, the FM-X engine is a highly sophisticated form of synthesis capable of producing amazing sounds with high dynamic range, unprecedented power and fidelity. Together, AWM2 and FM-X give you the ability to create an impressive array of sounds that have never been heard before.
Add movement to your sound
The real performance power of the MODX series comes from its Motion Control technology, putting rhythmic and dynamic control at your fingertips for a unique, personalized sound. The Super Knob allows simultaneous control of up to 128 parameters in a single Performance. This means you can control nearly anything from mix functions like volume, pan and effect sends to detailed synth parameters like filters, LFOs and Operators. Motion Sequences are tempo-synchronized, completely customizable control sequences that can be assigned to virtually any synthesizer parameter and provide incredible new ways of creating sound.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: | Yamaha |
Manufacturer Model Number: | MODX88 |
Product Type: | Keyboard Synthesizer |
Sound Engine: | AWM2, FM-X |
Analog/Digital: | Digital |
Number of Keys: | 88 |
Type of Keys: | Fully weighted Graded Hammer Standard |
Velocity Sensitive: | Normal, Soft, Hard, Wide, Fixed |
Other Controllers: | Pitchbend, Mod wheel |
Polyphony: | 128 Note Stereo/Mono (AWM2), 64 Note (FM-X), 16-part multitimbral |
Presets: | 256 Live Sets, 2,048 User Presets |
Effects Types: | Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo/Rotary, Distortion, Compressor, Wah, Lo-Fi |
Arpeggiator: | Yes |
Sequencer: | 16-track |
Audio Recording: | Real time |
Audio Playback: | WAV |
Memory: | 5.67GB Preset, 1GB User |
Audio Inputs | 2 x 1/4" (R, L/mono) |
Audio Outputs | 2 x 1/4" (R, L/mono) |
Headphones: | 1 x 1/4" |
USB: | 1 x Type B, 1 x Type A |
MIDI I/O: | In/Out/USB |
Pedal Inputs: | 2 x 1/4" (sustain, assignable), 2 x 1/4" (controller) |
Software: | Cubase AI included |
Power Source: | 12V DC power supply (included) |
Height | 6.29" |
Width: | 52.48" |
Depth: | 15.9" |
Weight: | :30.7 lbs. |