Yamaha MODX8+
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Yamaha
MODX8+
Product Info
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The MODX8+ is a serious workhorse for gigging musicians and sound designers. It's a remarkably compact package delivering Yamaha's flagship synthesis engines, and the GHS action is surprisingly playable, making it a fantastic value for a full-sized keyboard. If you need a versatile, powerful synth with a manageable footprint, this is a strong contender.
Product Description
- Yamaha MODX8+
- Compact Music Synthesizer
- With 88 keys
- Velocity-sensitive GHS keyboard with hammer action
- Motion control synthesis
- Sample-based AWM2 synthesis with 128 voices
- 5.67 GB waveform ROM & 1.75 GB flash ROM for user waveforms
- FM-X synthesis with 128 voices
- 8 Operators and 88 algorithms
- Integrated effects
- Part-EQ
- Master-EQ
- 2.227 preset performances (up to 16 parts per performance for splits
- layers
- MIDI multimode)
- Super Knob controls up to 128 parameters simultaneously
- 7" Colour VGA touch screen
- 4 Rotary controllers
- 4 Faders
- Built-in 4/10 USB audio interface for PC/Mac/iOS
- 2 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 Line outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- USB host and device connections
- MIDI input and output
- 2 Pedal inputs
- 2 Footswitch inputs
- External power supply 12V DC
- Dimensions: 1333 × 404 × 160 mm
- Weight: 13.8 kg
- Incl. Steinberg Cubase AI DAW software for PC/Mac
PROS
- • Excellent GHS action provides surprisingly realistic piano feel.
- • Motion Synthesis offers unique, evolving textures not found elsewhere.
- • The Super Knob provides deep, intuitive control over complex sounds.
- • Extensive connectivity options allow for flexible studio and live setups.
CONS
- • GHS action lacks the depth and nuance of fully weighted keys.
- • The 7” screen can feel cramped for detailed editing workflows.
- • FM-X engine, while powerful, has a steeper learning curve.
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Key Features
Keys
88
Key Type
Velocity-sensitive GHS (Graded Hammer Standard)
Synthesis Type
Motion Synthesis, AWM2, FM-X
Polyphony
128 voices (AWM2), 128 voices (FM-X)
Effects
Integrated effects, Part-EQ, Master-EQ
Connections
4 Line inputs, 2 Line outputs, USB audio interface, MIDI I/O, Pedal/Footswitch inputs
Weight
19.4 lbs (8.8 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a good compromise; it's lighter and less nuanced than NWX or GH3, but still offers a decent level of expressiveness for a synth action.
Absolutely, the built-in USB audio interface and MIDI ports make for a seamless integration, and the extensive parameter control is very DAW-friendly.
While rooted in the DX7's architecture, FM-X offers a more modern, flexible workflow and expanded capabilities, though mastering it still requires dedication.
