Yamaha MODX6 61-Key Midrange Synthesizer

For the synthesist needing unique sound design capabilities, MODX is a synthesizer with an 8-operator, full controllable FM-X engine. MODX features deep programmability, controllability and a huge amount of polyphony.

SOUND

Sound is the most important aspect of any instrument. The power of the MODX synthesis engine allows unlimited potential to create your own unique sound demanded by any artist.

The MODX sound engine is based on the same technology powering the flagship MONTAGE: AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis engine and a pure FM-X (Frequency Modulation) synthesizer modernized for amazing sound playback and complex sound design.

Control Interface

• 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
• Multi Timbral Capacity
  • 16 Parts (internal), Audio Input Parts (A/D*, USB*) *stereo Part
• Wave
  • Preset: 5.67 GB (when converted to 16 bit linear format), User: 1.00 GB
• Performance
  • 2,000
• Filter
  • 18 types
• Display
  • 7" TFT Color Wide VGA LCD touch screen
• Maximum Polyphony
  • AWM2: 128 (max.; stereo/mono waveforms) FM-X: 64 (max.)
• 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).
• 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
• Power Consumption
  • 16 W (when using PA-150B AC adaptor)