Overview

The MX88 is a compact, lightweight Music Synthesizer with over 1000 Voices from the legendary MOTIF series plus deep computer and iOS integration. The MX88 Synthesizer features 88 graded and weighted keys for pianists for legendary performances from the stage to the studio.

Key Features

• Motif Sound Engine: layer, zone, switch, cycle, randomize and control up to 8 elements within a single voice.
• Virtual Circuitry Modeling (VCM): re-creates the sound and behavior of vintage effect and signal processors.
• Damper Resonance DSP: recreates the sound of the inside of a grand piano when the dampers are off the strings.
• 128 notes of polyphony ensures dropout-free performance playing live or with full 16-track sequences.
• GHS weighted action: is heavier in the low keys and lighter in the high keys, just like an acoustic piano.
• DAW Remote: controls the transport, mixer and software instruments directly from the front panel controls.
• Class Compliant USB Audio/MIDI for true "plug and play" connectivity without installing any drivers.
• Record/playback stereo audio and 16 channels of MIDI data via a single USB cable without any external devices.
• The USB "TO DEVICE" port allows connection of USB flash drives for storing and recalling data.
• A 3.5mm aux line input lets you connect and hear mobile devices, tablets and more through the instrument.
• Auto power off saves energy by shutting down after a period of inactivity.

Specifications

• Dimensions & Weight: 1320 mm W x 168 mm H x 405 mm D | 13.9 kg
• Keyboard: 88 Keys | Initial Touch: Yes
• Tone Generator: AWM2
• Maximum Polyphony: 128 notes
• Multi Timbral Capacity: 16 parts (Internal)
• Wave Memory: Approx. 166 MB (when converted to 16-bit linear format)
• Voices: Preset: 1,106 Normal Voices + 61 Drum Kits | GM: 128 Normal Voices + 1 Drum Kit | User: 128 Normal Voices + 8 Drum Kits
• Performance: User: 128 (16 parts)
• Effects: Reverb x 9 types (42 presets), Chorus x 17 types (88 presets), Insertion Effect x 48 types (267 presets) x 4, Master EQ (5 bands)
• Tempo (BPM): 5 – 300
• Songs & Patterns: 27 Demo Songs | 208 Patterns | 999 Arpeggio types
• Sequence Formats: SMF Format 0 (playback only)
• Remote Control Software Compatibility: Windows®: Cubase 8 or later, SONAR X2 Producer | Mac®: Cubase 8 or later, Logic Pro X, Digital Performer 9
• Controllers: Pitch Bend Wheel x 1, Modulation Wheel x 1, Assignable Knob x 4, [DATA] dial x 1
• Display: 3 digit LED + 20 x 2 line character LCD (backlit)
• Connectors: OUTPUT [L / MONO] / [R] (standard phone jack), [PHONE] (standard stereo phone jack), [FOOT CONTROLLER], [SUSTAIN], MIDI [IN] / [OUT], USB [TO HOST] (Class Compliant support) / [TO DEVICE], [AUX IN], DC IN
• Power Consumption: 9 W
• Accessories Included: AC adaptor (PA-150B or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha), Owner's Manual, Cubase AI Download Information