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Yamaha  
First introduce in 2001, Yamaha's family of Motif Keyboard Workstations revolutionized the very concept of music synthesis with previously unprecedented hands-on immediacy, "Integrated Sampling Sequencing" and integrated audio and MIDI capabilities.
 
   
Yamaha MOTIF XS  

Yamaha Motif XS

As a maker of a broad range of acoustic instruments, the preservation of natural sounds has been a long-standing focus of Yamaha keyboards, and they are particularly well known for the deep harmonic richness of their pianos. In keeping with this tradition, the MOTIF XS is built around some truly impressive technology like their Xpanded Articulation Synth engine, which lets you create natural sounding performances with legato and staccato articulations. The MOTIF XS comes with an unprecedented 355MB of WAVE ROM that allows for highly intricate sound reproduction, and details like piano bloom, soundboard resonance, and half-damper pedal effects add a vital layer of realism to Yamaha's already legendary piano tones.

An integrated sampling sequencer and assignable control parameters give you that ability to capture, manipulate and producing sounds in real time with the MOTIF XS. USB, FireWire, Ethernet, and S/PDIF connections offer several ways of interacting with your DAW, allowing for direct access to advanced computer-based processing and opening up limitless opportunities for you to explore your creativity. And a large color graphic LCD user interface makes navigation simple, while tactile controls such as the eight sliders and rotary encoders add a hands-on element to the 16-track sequencer of the MOTIF XS. Exclusively from Sweetwater, the MOTIF XS comes supercharged with our XSpert upgrade bundle — a value-added infusion worth $1,175 including 512MB of RAM, bundled with a set of tutorial DVDs, and a 1GB USB 2.0 flash drive packed full of with samples, loops, and MIDI grooves.


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Yamaha MOTIF XS Features:

  • Available in 88-key Balanced Hammer weighted or 76 and 61-key FSX semi-weighted key format
  • Xpanded Articulation Synth engine
  • 355MB of WAVE ROM
  • Studio-style mixing environment
  • Virtual Circuitry Modeling effects
  • Four intelligent Arpeggiators
  • Instant Performance Recording
  • Integrated Sampling Sequencer
  • USB, Firewire and for DAW integration
  • Ethernet for computer connectivity
  • Cubase AI software included
  • large color LCD user interface
  • Eight assignable knobs and sliders
 
   
Yamaha MO Series  

Yamaha MO Series

The direct descendant of the pro-level Motif ES, the 88-key Yamaha MO8 features the same balanced hammer-action keyboard technology and mechanism as the Yamaha S90 ES. The MO is also available as the 61-key MO6. The MO8’s amazing voices, high-quality effects, and powerful filters derive from the same technology and feature the same memory capacity as the Motif ES - including the stunning Mega Voice technology. With an emphasis on modern styles, the MO has all the sophisticated synth sounds and drum kits used in today’s popular music - dance, club, urban pop, hip hop, R&B, techno, electronica, and more.

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» Yamaha MO6
» Yamaha MO8

Yamaha MO Series Features:

  • 61-key synth action or 88-key Balanced Hammer Effect keyboard
  • 75MB wave ROM, 1,859 waveforms
  • Polyphony 64 notes
  • 512 normal voices + 64 drum kits; GM: 128 normal voices + 1 drum kit
  • Filter & Effect System: 18 types (Filter), Reverb x 20 types, Chorus x 49 types, Insertion (A, B) x 116 types x 3 blocks
  • Master Effect x 8 types, 5-band Master EQ (5 bands), 3-band Part EQ
  • 16-track sequencer with 226,000-note capacity
  • Arpeggiator: Preset x 1787 types, User x 256 types
  • Remote Control function allows operation of software DAWs
  • Controllers: Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, four assignable sliders, four assignable knobs, data dial
  • Display: 240 x 64 dot graphic backlit LCD
 
   
Yamaha MM Series  

Yamaha MM Series

Short for "Mini MO," the Yamaha MM series contains a subset of the sounds from the MO and MOTIF XS workstations to create and impressively powerful workstation at an unforgettable price. The MM takes 418 of the best voices and 22 of the most essential drum kits from the MOTIF line and partners them with eight track sequencer and eight track pattern engine. Powerful effects and an easy to use interface add to the MM's live playability and stand-alone use, while USB connectivity adds limitless possibilities to producing music in your favorite DAW.


» Yamaha MM6
» Yamaha MM8

Yamaha MM Series Features:

  • Available in 88-key fully-weighted and 61 synth-action keys
  • 32 note polyphony
  • 25 Reverbs
  • 30 Choruses
  • 5 Master EQs
  • eight-track sequencer with eight pattern tracks
  • Pitch Bend Wheel
  • Modulation Wheel
  • Four Knobs
  • 320 x 240 backlit LCD display
  • USB connectivity for use with DAW software

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