Yamaha MODX8 88-Key Synthesizer

For the keyboardist needing a wide range of expressive keyboard sounds, the MOD8X synthesizer creates ultra-realistic instrument and highly programmable synth sound. MODX works in any music performance or music creation situation.

The MODX8 88-key model is an affordable, high-performance synthesizer. Packing powerful technologies ported from Yamaha's flagship Montage series, the MODX range features numerous state-of-the-art upgrades from their MOXF predecessors, including the AWM2 sample and synthesis engine fortified with eight times more waveforms, a powerful new 8-operator FM-X engine modernized for amazingly dynamic sonics and complex sound design, and Motion Control Synthesis for seamless integration and powerful control of both sound engines.

In addition to the AWM2 and FM-X sound engines, the MODX8 is packed with sophisticated features (many handed down from Montage), including the Super Knob, which gives you simultaneous control over multiple parameters; the ability to send ten and return four audio channels plus 16 MIDI channels to/from your computer or iOS device over USB; Live Sets, which allow for Performance organization without copying, renaming, or changing order; and an A/D input that processes external audio sources through the MODX DSP.

Also onboard is Yamaha's Motion Sequences feature, which drives synth parameters via rhythmic control data you can intuitively interact with in real time; an Envelope Follower that lets you use internal or external audio as a synth parameter control source; and a Vocoder effect that re-creates the classic voice-synth sound. Four-part Seamless Sound Switching, the capacity for 27 simultaneous effects, an onboard 4-in/10-out audio interface, and 1GB of internal flash memory complete the feature set. The MODX8 gives you a powerful modern synthesizer, a potent controller with a multichannel USB audio/MIDI interface for extensive DAW and VST control, and an expressive 88-note LC synth-weighted keyboard to drive it all.

• 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

Owner's Manual

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