Yamaha Montage M8x (88-Key Synthesizer)

• AWM2 Sound Engine with Expanded Memory: Experience detailed and high-definition sounds with the AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) engine and enjoy a larger sound palette with double the Preset Wave memory, allowing for smoother transitions and ultra-realistic sound creation.
• FM-X Synthesis: Dive into the depth of classic and modern synthesis with the 8-operator FM-X engine, providing dynamic and complex sound design possibilities from metallic to lush and evolving tones.
• Polyphony: Benefit from a massive note polyphony, with up to 128 notes each for AWM2 Preset and User Waveform Parts, and the same for FM-X Parts, plus 16 notes for AN-X Parts, offering seamless and layered sound creation without note dropouts.
• AN-X Engine Integration: Recreate the warm and classic sound of analog synthesizers with the new AN-X engine offering extensive modulation options, including oscillators, filters, and customizable vintage synth behaviors.
• Motion Control Synthesis Engine: Manipulate and interact with sounds through Motion Sequences, the Super Knob, Envelope Follower, and other methods, providing a deep level of expressive control and automation.
• Polyphonic Aftertouch (MONTAGE M8x): Available on the MONTAGE M8x, Polyphonic Aftertouch facilitates individual note expression, enabling nuanced performance control reminiscent of the famed CS-80 and DX1.
• Pure Analog Circuit 2: Enjoy improved audio quality with the Pure Analog Circuit technology, which reduces noise and improves dynamic range, providing clearer sound at all volume levels.
• VCM Rotary and Drawbar Behavior: Experience authentic organ sounds with the virtual VCM Rotary Speaker effect and organ drawbar fader settings, adding another layer of realism to your performance.
• Performance Controls: The 5-segment ribbon controller, Keyboard Hold button, Portamento controls, and high-resolution manipulation capabilities across keyboards, faders, and engine offer a suite of tools for live performance adjustments.
• Library Locations: Store up to 10,240 additional Performances in 16 Library slots, allowing you quick search options by Category, Name, and Attributes to access your personalized sounds efficiently.
• LED Feedback: The new and improved LED colors on MONTAGE M faders and controls offer visual cues for navigation and adjustments, enhancing user interaction during performances.
• USB MIDI and Audio Interface: Simplify your studio setup with direct computer connectivity, allowing MIDI control and multi-track audio recording through a single USB cable.
• Expanded Softsynth Plugin (E.S.P.): Extend your DAW integration with the Expanded Softsynth Plugin, replicating MONTAGE M's capabilities directly in your virtual studio environment, coming in early 2024 with a full version for deeper editing available by Summer 2024.
• DAW Remote Control: Streamline your production workflow using MONTAGE M as a DAW controller, managing your mixer, transport, virtual instruments, and more with ease.
• Enhanced Navigation: Navigate through the updated interface swiftly with the new LCD and TFT touchscreens, enhanced knobs, Page Jump, and a dedicated Navigation button for efficient sound manipulation.
• Category Search and UI Speed: Accelerate your performance setup with high-speed Category Search for Performances, complemented by a faster and more visually streamlined User Interface.
• Multiple USB Ports: Connect additional peripherals simultaneously such as flash drives and USB MIDI controllers with the convenience of two USB-to-Device ports.
• Shift Buttons and Color-Coded Controls: Take advantage of easy access to secondary functions with the new Shift buttons and navigate with confidence using the color-coded button lighting system.

Size/Weight

Dimensions

• Width: 1,446 mm (56-15/16")
• Height: 170 mm (6-11/16")
• Depth: 460 mm (18-1/8")

Weight

• Weight: 28.1 kg (61 lbs., 15 oz.)

Packing Box

• Width: 1,647 mm (64-7/8")
• Height: 261 mm (10-1/4")
• Depth: 572 mm (22-1/2")

Control Interface

Keyboard

• Number of Keys: 88
• Type: GEX Keyboard
• Initial Touch: Yes
• Aftertouch: Yes (Polyphonic After Touch)

Tone Generator

• Tone Generator: Motion Control Synthesis Engine AMW2: 128 Elements (max.), FM-X: 8 Operators, 88 Algorithms, AN-X: 3 Oscillators, 1 Noise
• Maximum Polyphony: AWM2: 256 (max.; stereo/mono waveforms), FM-X: 128 (max.), AN-X: 16 (max.)
• Multi Timbral Capacity: 16 Parts (internal), Audio Input Parts (A/D*1, USB*1) *1 stereo Part
• Wave: Preset: 10 GB (when converted to 16-bit linear format), User: 3.7 GB
• Performance: 3,369
• Filter: 18 types
• Effects: Reverb x 12 types, Variation x 88 types, Insertion A x 88 types*2, Insertion B x 89 types*3, Master Effect x 26 type, *2 A/D part insertion x 83 types *3 Part 2~16: 88 type, A/D part insertion x 83 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

• Controllers: Master Volume, A/D Input Gain knob, Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, Ribbon Controller, Control Slider x 8, Knob x 8, Super knob, Display knob x 6, Portament knob, Data Dial, Assignable switch x 2, MSEQ trigger switch, Portamento switch, Keyboard hold switch, Ribbon Controller hold switch

Display

• Display: 7" TFT Color Wide VGA LCD touch screen, 512 x 64 Full-dot LCD

Connectors

• Connectors: [USB TO DEVICE] x 2, [USB TO HOST], MIDI [IN]/[OUT]/[THRU], FOOT CONTROLLER [1]/[2], FOOT SWITCH [SUSTAIN]/[ASSIGNABLE], OUTPUT (BALANCED) [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, Balanced TRS jacks), ASSIGNABLE OUTPUT (BALANCED) [L]/[R] (6.3 mm, Balanced TRS jacks), [PHONES] (6.3 mm, standard stereo phone jack), A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks)
• Power Consumption: 36 W

Accessories

• Accessories: AC Power cord, Quick Guide, Cubase AI Download Information, Expanded Softsynth Plugin for MONTAGE M Download Information

Live Sets

• Live Sets: Preset: 128 and more, User: 2,048

Performance Recorder

• Note Capacity: 1 Song/Pattern: Approx. 130,000 notes, Store area: Approx. 520,000 notes (Pattern); approx. 520,000 notes (Song)
• Note Resolution: 480 ppq (parts per quarter note)
• Tempo (BPM): 5 – 300
• Sequence formats: MONTAGE original format, SMF formats 0, 1
• Arpeggio: Parts: 8 Parts simultaneous (max.), Preset: 10,922 types or more, User: 256 types

Sequencer

• Patterns: 128 patterns
• Pattern tracks: 16 Sequence tracks
• Pattern Recording type: Real time replace, Real time overdub
• Songs: 128 songs
• Song tracks: 16 Sequence tracks, Tempo track, Scene track
• Song recording type: Real time replace, Real time overdub, Real time punch in/out

Functions

• USB audio interface: [Sampling Frequency = 44.1 kHz] Input: 6 channels (3 stereo channels), Output: 32 channels (16 stereo channels) [Sampling Frequency = 44.1 kHz - 192 kHz] Input: 6 channels (3 stereo channels), Output: 8 channels (4 stereo channels)

• Owner's Manual: Learn about the features and care of your instrument in this comprehensive manual.
• Software: Includes Cubase AI download information to start recording your music right away.
• 2-Year Warranty for Total Assurance: Your Yamaha piano comes with a rock-solid guarantee against material and craftsmanship defects, valid for two full years after your purchase date.