Yamaha MODX6 61-Key Synthesizer Keyboard

Take control and stand out from the crowd with Yamaha's MODX6. This 61 key synthesizer offers unique sound design capabilities with its 8-operator, full controllable FM-X engine. Plus, with deep programmability, controllability and a huge amount of polyphony, this compact, lightweight synth is designed for inspired music-making.

The MODX6 also features the same technology as Yamaha's MONTAGE series, including the AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis engine, and the pure FM-X (Frequency Modulation) synthesizer modernized for amazing sound playback and complex sound design.

Includes

• PA-150B AC adaptor
• Owner's manual

Features

• Motion Control is a highly customizable synthesizer engine control matrix
• The Super Knob controls multiple parameters simultaneously for highly expressive sound interaction
• Send 10/return 4 audio channels + 16 MIDI channels to your computer or iOS device via USB
• Live Sets allow Performance organization without copying, changing order or renaming
• 4-Part Seamless Sound Switching: change Performances while holding notes without sound or effect cutoff
• Control Assign allows quick, easy parameter to control assignment
• The A/D Input processes external audio sources through the instrument DSP
• Motion Sequences are tempo-synchronized control sequences for creating rhythmic sound changes
• The Envelope Follower lets internal or external audio control synthesizer parameters
• AWM2 provides data compression without sacrificing sound quality
• 192-note total polyphony: 128-note stereo AWM2 + 64-note FM-X
• 1 GB Internal Flash memory lets you install your own samples and external libraries for a completely personalized sound set
• FM-X features 8-operator FM synthesis capable of producing incredible dynamic sound
• Virtual Circuitry Modeling (VCM) re-creates the sound and behavior of vintage effect and signal processors
• Sidechain automatically controls the dynamic behavior of one part from another
• Vocoder effect recreates classic synth vocal sounds
• USB "TO HOST" allows MIDI connectivity to your USB-equipped computer or iOS device
• The USB "TO DEVICE" port allows connection of USB flash drives for storing and recalling data
• Rhythm Pattern is a quick and easy way to add drums or percussion to any Performance

Specifications

• Size/Weight:
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 36-7/8" x 5-1/4" x 13-1/6" (937 x 134 x 331 mm)
  • Weight: 14 lbs 9 oz (6.6 kg)
• Keyboard:
  • Number of Keys: 61
  • Type: Semi-weighted keyboard
  • Initial Touch: Yes
  • Aftertouch: No
• Tone Generator:
  • Tone Generator: Motion Control Synthesis Engine AMW2: 8 Elements FM-X: 8 Operators, 88 Algorithms
  • Maximum Polyphony: AWM2: 128 (max.; stereo/mono waveforms) FM-X: 64 (max.)
  • Multi Timbral Capacity: 16 Parts (internal), Audio Input Parts (A/D*, USB*) *stereo
  • Wave: Preset: 5.67 GB (when converted to 16 bit linear format), User: 1.00 GB
  • Performance: Approx. 2000
  • Filter: 18 types
  • Effects: Reverb x 12 types, Variation x 76 types, Insertion (A, B) x 76 types*, Master Effect x 15 types *A/D part insertion x 71 types (Preset settings for parameters of each effect type are provided as templates) Master EQ (5 bands), 1st part EQ (3 bands), 2nd part EQ (2 bands)
• Other:
  • Controllers: Master Volume, AD Input Gain knob, USB Volume, Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, Control Sliders x 4, Knobs x 4, Super Knob, Data dial
  • Display: 7" TFT Color Wide VGA LCD touch screen
  • Connectors: [USB TO DEVICE], [USB TO HOST], MIDI [IN]/[OUT], FOOT CONTROLLER [1]/[2], FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN], OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks), [PHONES] (6.3 mm, standard stereo phone jack), A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks)
  • Power Consumption: 16 W (when using PA-150B AC adaptor)
  • Live Sets: Preset: 256 and more, User: 2048
• Performance Recorder:
  • Tracks: 16 Sequence tracks, Tempo track, Scene track
  • Recording type: Real time replace, Real time overdub, Real time punch in/out
  • Note Capacity: Approx. 130,000 notes
  • Note Resolution: 480 ppq (parts per quarter note)
  • Tempo (BPM): 5 - 300
  • Songs: 128 songs
  • Arpeggio: Parts: 8 Parts simultaneous (max.), Preset: 10239 types, User: 256 types
  • Sequence formats: MODX original format, SMF formats 0, 1