Yamaha MODX Synthesizer: Everything You Need To Know
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- Опубліковано 20 вер 2024
- Yamaha MODX synthesizers were launched in September 2018. There are three models in the range, MODX6 MODX7 and MODX8. All three models are based on the popular Yamaha Montage flagship synthesizers.
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Tony, I get more out of the videos you post than anybody else's out there. You tell me what I want to know, and that's true of any product you talk about. I wish Bonners was in the USA!
I’ve just bought an MODX7 and it’s amazing!!
Difference between modx and montage
I just bought It also - in the beginning - I don't found enough sounds - since I came from the genos, which sound is very very good :)
Now I have to edit a lot I think - if someone knows a good place to buy some nice sounds, let me know it
What are the keys like?
One of the best demos I've heard of this so far, thank you! A number of people on UA-cam seem to be auditioning a load of random sounds, that you're unlikely to use at a gig. It's good to hear some real music with real instruments :)
Very thorough. Didn't just focus on pianos. We KNOW Yamaha makes realistic sounding pianos....it's all the OTHER sounds that never get enough attention. Thank you!! Great demo of the keyboard's actual sounds.
THANK YOU so much for VIVIDLY showing what actually EVERYBODY NEEDED TO KNOW. Yours was the video which I had been searching for far too long.
I live in India and we have Modx7 scarcity in stores.
Its a brilliant little keyboard and the sounds are amazing.
I like to load up a mid file and have the keyboard play the song with different sounds. You get some really cool ideas with this keyboard.
Thanks for the video.
you are the only one reviewed the rhythm with the sounds and thank you very much for that .. most of the reviewers focused on the sounds only and that is very frustrating .. this is the best review
Thank you for you kind comment
@@bonnersmusic Hello, I would like to know if I can insert the motif ES8 sounds in the MODX8. I would like that you could help me with your opinion🙏.
This video just caused me it get in to debt lol. By far the most suitable demo ive seen for me. Damn!!! 😁
I think Yamaha hit the perfect size, weight and price with these keyboards. I've been looking for the past year not really too excited about anything I was seeing, but once I saw the MODX8, I ordered it right away.
That is why I bought my MODX8, it is very lightweight compared to my old Yamaha P200.
as always,nice demo Tony,you're a great keyboard player
You are one of the best I’ve heard demonstrating this keyboard. Love your music ideas.
This is a pro. synthesizer for use at live performance and in the studio. 👌✨✨✨
Excellent presentation!
I love my MODX, the creativity is virtually limitless. It also integrates extremely well with Cubase.
A superb review and introduction to the instrument. I have seen a few reviews of the Modx but this i feel illustrates it best. Thank you.
I just got this keyboard for my daughter and it's awesome!
Thank you for taking the time of making this video. And the music is actually great! I love it!
Thank you so much!
Fantastic review. Answered my questions from a gigging pov.
Got one last week for 800 euros shipping included ( second hand plain MODX not the + version) and for that price I’m extremely happy witht the synth.
Excellent demo. Thank you for sharing.
I'd love to hear you play, "Miami Vice Theme song ", by Jan Hammer on this beauty!
Excellent review of a wonderful musical instrument. Thank you!
I bought the MODX8, mostly for piano voices as it sounds great, and very lightweight. I may get another digital piano to take its place for on stage performance, since the MODX8 is more of a synthesizer than just a stage piano, like my old Yamaha P-200 stage piano, which is very heavy.
7:30 - Beautiful!
Amazing demo!
this release makes the Yamaha MOXF6 more interesting now it has a price drop and that has a usable SEQ unlike the new yamaha
I haven't seen any price drop in France at least, for sure.
I got one mint on Reverb for just over $700 for 61 key. Very satisfield with it. Navigation has taken awhile to used to. The sounds are very good. Am looking at MODX also now.
The MODX has a sequencer now.
Excellent job Tony, thanks.
Tony ur God gifted man ,just amazing , ols do detail videos of LFO'S ENVELOPE COVER , MOTION SEQUENCING , SEQUENCES AND CUBASE A1
Wish we had a store here. Would luv to trade in my old one on this.
Could you consider identifying the sound selections you used in this video?
Maybe by way of subtitles? or headings popping up as you demo each sound?
Lol I found my wife a used Montage 8 for an absolute steal of a price at $2000 a few years ago and ever since I’ve been trying to strike lucky again for another. No luck obviously. I think I’m going to enjoy the new MODX+ though.
What a great vídeo! Can you share the name os the sounds you played , I loved the piano sound at 6:37
If I get one of these, do I just plug it to some amplified (studio) speakers ?
Roland should either release a new fantom or even bring the xp series back with a newer one
They just did, Fantom 8, it sound good and now had a touch screen.
Great review, Cheers!
Could I somehow load my performances, loaded on a memory card, from my old Motif6 (2005) into an MODX7?
Hi, My name Anatoly. I have a problem with which I have not been able to figure it out for a long time. I watched dozens of video clips, but I can not find the answer to the problem. My synthesizer MODX6 stopped memorizing the sounds that I save or which I remember from USB or Live set or Favorite. While the synthesizer is turned on, everything is normal, turned off and all the sounds that I recorded in the memory disappear. I don’t know what I pressed wrong, HELP PLEASE...
Thank you for the review. You didn't mention, but MODX8 has different type of keys from modx6 and modx7 models.
He did, right at the beginning of the video.
no right at the start he said they were the same, weighted
why didn't you mention if the smaller ones are weighted keys or not? I do like how they don't stick a bunch of useless plastic casing on the ends of the keyboard.
Thanks for a good demo is this model have a sample future?
You should include that the polyphony issue makes this board close to the Yamaha psr 🤓
That brass sounds like mine SY55 :)
At least, Modx is an improved SY77 and, yes, it can also less realistic brass
just tried lifting my SY77 like that, pulled my back and can't walk now.
Wow .. you actually still have an SY77.. thats amazing.. the 77 was my first ever real synth .. yeah that thing was a monster to carry.. i think it weighed about 40-50lb .. but i remember wanting an SY99.. so i could have the sampler and the Shakahachi pan flute sample with the after breath that Enigma used on his albums.. hehe.. hows your back these days 👍
I remember better times playing my EX5.
Yamaha have gone backwards since then.
And now I know everything I need to know about MODX ? 🤔
I am not current on all things new and synth … but some of you are saying it has no sequencer and the video clearly shows that it has a sequencer. I planned on using my DAW anyway. So who really cares?
Hello Tony.
Can Modx makes favourite memory banks for easy access to sounds and styles.thank you
Yes
Hi Bonners - I have an MOX6F but cannot find any instructions in the manuals to add delay/echo effect - (times, velocity and feedback) to a track in song or pattern mode.
The master effects only show Chorus and Reverb. You help will be very much appreciated - Thanks Chris
Looking at p515, would this one lose the real piano style compared to the p515
Dont know if its just me but I feel the key USP of the Motif series which is Pattern based phrase sequencing has been lost in the transition to the Montage. I may be old fashioned but the lack of the Motif sequencer is a big turn off :-(
Great news that this will be addressed with OS v2.o in October!
Good morning
I just wasn't to thank you for this video..I have one question and one question only..does the MODX 8 or any model of the MODX have/come with integrated/on board performance sequencer..or do I have to use a Mac book with logic pro x...please. Just a yes or no..thank you
stephen gibson Version 2.0 of the modx includes a sequencer
Hi guyz, I do play Indian classicals with more usage of modulation joystick. I am aware that I can use external joystick as midi... Can I use external joystick for inbuilt sounds ???
Good video. I'm interested in this but I'm concerned about how robust it will prove (the 88, I mean) against a sustained period of piano use, ie buy a trained pianist, particularly with it being a plastic chassis and not having the key action found in Yammy's higher end EPs. Any thoughts on that? Vs a more piano-focused board like the Stage 3? Thanks.
Hi very undesided which one would you recommend either the korg krome ex 88 or the Yamaha modx 8 thanks
I've seen a few demos but haven't heard anyone say "each one has the EXACT same amount of sounds as the Montage" (Which I played and loved for its many great pianos )is there any way it has as many sounds on board?
Very good video. Is the MODX8 a good alternative to a stage piano or a digital piano? What the resistance do you get from the GHS Keybord?
I bought one(MODX8)a week ago and Im pretty disappointed. It is more of a synthesizer than an alternative to a piano. I wanted mostly piano sounds and its very disappointing. Especially the sounds on lower range are.. donno how to express but they gather together and dont express each individual sound when you play a chord. And all the piano sounds are dull. Personally I dont see any difference btw all the different piano sounds. They are all dull. Not clear.
@@annalee809 nothing a bit of EQ and compression can fix. It’s a great keyboard especially for gigging. Sounds cut through the mix.
@@annalee809 Nord products would probably do you better
Does the bass and rhythm play automatically following the the chords like an arranger kb?
Tony. Everyone had a great question. But you never answered any. Please do.
Beautiful presentation! Although, the same cannot be said for the instrument itself which is rather a disappointment. Yamaha seems to have taken one step forward (FM engine) and two steps back (no proper sequencer and pattern mode) with MODX compared to its predecessor MOXF. As an owner of MOXF6 synth, I see no reason why I'd want to downgrade and give up on essential features that I use every day for a rather cheap sounding FM plugin.
I completely agree! I also have the MOXF6. I see no reason to buy the MODX. It’s no longer a workstation. If this had the same sequencing capabilities of the MOXF line, I’d consider the upgrade.
Can you pick up my Ensoniq so I don’t have to ship it? I’m in Georgia, USA. I’m not sure which of your locations is closer.
There's a GC 1 mile from my house but if these guys will deliver to CA I'm good with that. LOL
I’ve been owning synthesizers since 87 i have an ESQ-1 and a Motif XS-7 synth. The Mo was a synth and the DX7 were both synthesizers, yes it has a keyboard technically, but this is the marriage of FM from the DX-7synthesizer and the Motif XF synthesizers .You must not be familiar with music products, that was a correction by someone who is possibly a “newbie” on the music scene. Learn what you’re taking about before you speak my friend.
I don't know if yout comment is aimed at me, but I owned one of the first batch of DX7s in the early 1980s and programmed 100s of custom sounds using its 6 operator algorithms, and was one of the first musicians to use it for composing and commercial recording in the UK. I am very familiar with FM, additive and subractive synthesis. FM synthesis was quite good at real instrument emulation for its time, but still has many operational limitations despite an easier interface. I will say again that on most oscillator-based analogue synths I hear exactly similar sounds on current machines as I did 35 years ago, the only difference being the way they are treated by effects processing. I think Wendy Carlos got about the most out of synthesis in Switched on Bach and a few other albums, because of her quest for interesting but more subtle sounds. Current machines are of course limited by the person operating them, but I hear the same cliched square leads, ring-modulated sounds and predictable resonant sweeps that were made decades ago. As I said, the only difference, apart from undoubtedly cleaner signals, are the DSPs and effects which are also cleaner and of higher quality. Nothing much else has changed.
fingerhorn4 no it was a reply to Grinder one , who said this is a keyboard not a synthesizer.
@@fingerhorn4 So basically most modern synths are a waste of money. buying a few old school synths like a sy/tg77 and high quality effect modules is cheaper and you get the same or even better sounds.
Hi Bonner,
Great Keyboard!!
can MODX play styles like GENOS or S975?
please advice.
MODX has no styles... genos and psr are arranger keyboards... MODX is a synthesizer... you have to create them using individual sounds...
Are the audio converter the same that in hte montage in the Yamaha MODX series? thanks
Ghs touch ... Not bad ... But after a few years ... Keys making noises and it's also not good for practice! (Experience with the p95). I'm wondering about the synth keys touch ... Playing pianos.
ghs action on these is what they put on their cheap digital pianos. Lots of complaints in past, unless they made it more reliable.
Question which pedals can I use to change scenes with the yamaha modx?
Can i use a Boss FS-7 pedal to switch scenes back and Forward.
Se alguém puder me ajudar pois já tive um nor stag 2 88 teclas e as teclas do nord não era muito pesadas
Hi I have limited use of my right hand. Is there was a to use the octave changer to play with the left hand and the keyboard would automatically play the right? or do you this keyboard has other options. Thanks.
Hi, yes if you using the arpeggiator you can shift any part to any octave range you want. I have only one healthy hand but able to create and play complex arrangements that way. It's very versatile. Good luck.
@@deondewit3175 thank you so very much
When you're talking about trade-in deals.. Is it just keyboards or other gear like sound modules or rackmount synths?
I'd call, but I've lost my voice.. :P
That flashing light would get on my nerves quickly. I wouldn’t care how good it sounds, that’s a deal breaker for me!
Its really no big deal. You can easily switch it off!.
That's good to know! Could be a game changer.
Is the 76 semi weighted?
the key bed is horrible , like a kids toy
@@bruceross9521 Thanks for the reply. That is terrible for such a feature rich instrument and Yamaha. Guess I am old, but seemed not that long ago if you bought 88 it was weighted, 76 was semi-weighted, 61 was either toy or semi weighted. Now I guess who knows. pretty much only play 88 myself on synths now. Anything less just play through the 88 to it.
Can this rounded lighted button be stopped?
Yes, that is an option
Can you play Glenn Miller or Sinatra type
songs on MODX?
R these factory sounds?
does it require external speakers or it has its own built in?
You’ll need speakers or an amp
What is the differences between the Roland Juno DS88 and this?
The Junos are sub-1000 USD level keyboards, competing with (Korg) Kross and (Yamaha) MX series. Mine (Juno DS 61) is a pretty good rompler, but programming patches can be a bit difficult. The Roland FA series has a bit higher quality components, and would be in the same price/capability range as the MO** keyboards. I think the MODX has quite a bit more audio interface capabilities - no special driver required, extra channels, and the ability to send incoming digital audio through effects.
As previously stated by Roboprogs, the Juno DS88 is not really a competitor to the MODX range. You would be looking at the FA series for something close. Other options would, of course, be the Korg Krome. Roland does not really do a workstation that is competitive with the Korg Kronos or the Yamaha Montage, meaning that it has no competitive flagship model to take from when it created the FA08. The built-in interface to connect to software on your computer without the need for an external interface makes this an incredibly versatile and useful instrument for your Studio.
Roboprogs whats the sound quality difference between the modx , montage, motif , kronos,m3, korg triton, and roland fantom, juno, jd? Like from worst to best although they all have good sound quality ?
@Qualitystuff: I, uh, dunno. The only one of those I even own is the Juno DS :-)
That, and my local music store doesn't even seem to carry much of the Korg line, mostly Roland and Yamaha, so those are the ones I get to poke at from time to time.
My experience with the MODX is only watching youtube videos over the last week. I like what I see, and the specs sound good for the money, but I've not gone down to my "local" store (a drive...) to see if they have one out to play with yet.
I suspect the Yamaha sound engine is a little better, but I really like the physical layout of Roland's keys/panels a bit more, which is why I got (for what I can afford) the Roland Juno DS instead of the Yamaha MX.
Roboprogs thanks for replying, i know what you mean i have an old roland eg 101 4octaves and it’s one synth and arranger at the same time although it mostly has pop rhythms but i used to think that arrangers and synths sound the same and i bought later on some yamaha psr 730 etc thinking its gonna sound better than my eg101 but omg it sounded like a toy like a 50$ keyboard 🎹 and then i read more about the differentiations between synths and arrangers and realised the reason my old eg101 sounded good was cos it was a synth even though it was a low-mid range synth but i know what you mean roland always offers you the sound effects solid nobs to make the sounds sound even better which i love but i wonder why is it so hard for the manufacturers to make an arranger+high end synth all in one or is it just so they can make more money or i dont get it but anyway id rather go for a synth if i had to pick one but having an arranger and a good synth is cool though them arrangers rhythms help a lot and you can add tons of them from all genres
What do you not get with this that you get with the montage?
Half the FM polyphony, less user sample flash ROM, less USB audio channels, less faders, no ribbon controller.
Nice
Where are they made?
Does the modx 7 have weighted keys?
Only the 88 is weighted ...the rest are plastic and lightweight and allow for faster action (Which I actually prefer) . I laid hands on all three...I have an 88 so would probably get the 7.
No, semi weighted.
does it come with internal Speakers? modx7 model?
None of the MODX keyboards have built in speakers. You'll need to purchase some studio monitors such as Yamaha HS5 or HS7, or a keyboard amp - dependent upon your needs
Is it MOdernDX?
Cuando yamaha y korg se propongan hacer una copia del roland xps 10...o xps30
Esto se va a poner bueno.
Does the MoDX6 have an Arpeggiator..??
Hi. Yes I have the modx6 and it has the exact same arpeggiator as the Montage with 10k arpeggio sequences in different categories.
Hi I’m really curious does this have built in speakers
Are u blind?
Nope, no built in speakers, as you need to use a line out.
Price ?
It appears that MODX, like the Montage, is professionally CRIPPLED by the inability to assign the MIDI receive channel per part. I'm still in disbelief that this core functionality (necessary for programming splits and layers for external controllers, such as a second keyboard), was senselessly stripped from MODX and Montage, despite being present in EVERY OTHER flagship synth on the market, including Motif! Despite repeated and numerous complaints, Yamaha has done absolutely NOTHING to correct this oversight. Apparently, Yamaha simply no longer cares if you intend to use MODX or Montage as a master keyboard. Performing musicians, BEWARE!!!
Im still confused on oscilators ?.
8 oscilators per voice (AWM2) and 8 voices (so 8 x 8 oscilators) per "multi", split or layered across the keyboard.
Does it have string resonance?
Yes, it does. You can check out the detailed specifications and sound library here: uk.yamaha.com/en/products/music_production/synthesizers/modx/index.html#product-tabs
Is the MODX6 weighted keys?
No
Hi Bonners. I’m interested in this synth. From your video, the plastic finish doesn’t look too offensive, kind of matte, right?
All my other synths are made of metal, will this one fit in ok and not be too much of an eyesore? Thanks.
The finish looks very similar to that of the Montage, being a Gun-metal Grey. It should look fantastic amongst your other Synths.
Name of that piece in 5:28 ????????
Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Some questions...hows the output sound quality? is it also "plastic"or same as montage? and the key size on the 6/7 are also narrow or normal this time?how about patches from the montage..will they upload without any issue here? thanks in advance
TreeOfLifeFestival official same sounds and quality from the montage !
I doubt it
its still unclear atm- lets wait and see - but all in all looks like good value for money
The build is all out of plastic. I don't care about that but I don't like the cheap Walmart plugs
@@mosesmedina6898 k
SERIOUS QUESTION: who’s got s B3/Leslie simulation that gets close to the realism that Nord provides? I have owned Nords Electro and stage, Yamaha Motif, Korg SV1, Roland boards, and played dozens more...and every B3 w/122 sounds like crap compared to Nord. BTW Much more important to me than emulating a nylon string guitar or Bass clarinet.
Agree with you Uncle Willy. I too have owned Nord, most recently a 5D and curious if this new MODX has any kind of descent B3 emulation.... All too often these keyboard video reviews forget to include organ sounds, unless of course it's because they don't sound good.
@@bandwidth11 absolutely not! As a motif owner I wouldn't wouldn't even bother with Yamaha organ sounds as they are pure shit! If they have upgraded them you can bet they would have advertised it as it would be the first thing they're uppin the ante on in a long time.
Ironically logic has a very good B3 simulation in which you can modify much more parameters than the Nord (I own a 5D too) Try the SK1. You would have a much easier time pairing with Leslie technology then the Nord
Bacardi Jr. Thanks Bacardi Jr, I'm sure you're right. I use the Logic X B3 sim all the time in the studio and it kicks serious ass. My problem is that I'm primarily a guitar player but also play keys and I don't want to haul and entire keyboard rig with me to shows on top of a fairly complex guitar rig. I'm always hopeful to find some reasonably price keyboard that can do everything well, including Hammond stuff... Thx.
If you are looking for an authentic Organ sound then you really need to be looking at Hammond. Many others try to recreate the sound and the Leslie but do not quite manage it, although some get closer than others. Come and try out all of the different models in our Store and hear the difference for yourself!
never heard it called MOD X always Moe Dee X .
Ok, idiot question. No external speakers, so...how do you get sound to external speakers? NOBODY explains that to us idiots. What do we need? $1,000,000 more worth of equipment? Simple inputs? A USB connected to some audio interface routed through a DAW to a control board to $1000 speakers? What?
Headphones work too. A set of monitors can be $200. Or an amp.
Does it have CS-80 sounds?
Bom dia sera que as teclas desse teclado e muito pesada
It’s MO-DX - not MOD-X
It’s modx ...MODX....it says it on the keyboard...gees...GROW UP.
cds101 How about you grow up and accept the fact that it is pronounced moh-dee-ex? Geez...
Half the price bu also half the number of Parts playing in a Performance. MODX is undoubtedly a great synthesizer, but the relationship is similar as it happened between MOXF and Motif XF. If we compare a MOXF with a MODX, it's obvious that the latter is way better. But if we compare a MODX with a Montage, the richness and sound complexity of the latter can't be beaten. At least until the next model will hit the market.
There is a youtube video where the two synths are played side by side and they sound identical.
g4macdad until the Performances are made up of maximum 4 Parts MODX and Montage (seem) sound the same, but no way when Performance are more complex.
Okay... But for the price, it is actually better. What about the Deepmind 12?
g4macdad MODX is an interesting instrument for a budget minded musician. Usually I don"t consider Behringer, expecially because they copy other famous musical instruments without discretion. I prefer drinking champagne not urine.
Correction... They copy famous instruments, that the original companies refuse to release. Behringer 808 is what we want, not the Roland toy they released.
cliff jones lesson to be learned google