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Yamaha MOTIF XF8 and 10th Anniversary Pack Bundle

Item ID: MotifXF8

88-key Workstation with Balanced Hammer-effect Keyboard, 741MB Wave ROM, and 1,024 Voices

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Workstation Inspiration!

Yamaha pulled out the stops with the MOTIF XF8, giving you an unbelievably feature-packed instrument for music performance and music production. And when you buy your MOTIF XF from Sweetwater, you'll receive a Sweetwater-enhanced version of Yamaha's 10th Anniversary Upgrade, with over $1,000 in software and hardware! This powerful workstation features an extraordinary collection of voices for you to get creative with. The Yamaha MOTIF XF8 offers everything from acoustic sounds to vintage synths to modern tones for hip-hop production. And with the new OS, complete with tap tempo, automapping, and a customizable user interface, the MOTIF XF8 is more powerful yet easier to use than ever.

Yamaha MOTIF XF8 88-key Workstation at a Glance:
  • Your personal hit-making assistant
  • You'll never run out of great sounds
  • Sweetwater exclusive: Over $1,000 in free software and hardware

Your personal hit-making assistant
When it's time to come up with new song ideas, you can count on your MOTIF XF8 to be your personal hit-making assistant. Use the 16-track sequencer to lay everything out the way you hear it in your head. Then, record everything via USB to keep track of your tunes. In fact, you've got USB, Ethernet, or optional FireWire computer connectivity going for your Yamaha MOTIF XF8. And speaking of options, there are two flash board slots for adding up to 2GB of additional Yamaha content - that's huge.

You'll never run out of great sounds
What else can we tell you about the Yamaha MOTIF XF8? If you're serious about playing keys and producing music, then you already know about it. It's a colossal music-making tool. There are loads of voices (1,664+), an awesome arpeggiator (7,000+ patterns!), a high-quality keybed (balanced hammer effect on the XF8), scores of high-tech effects made to sound like vintage gear, and remote control DAW integration. It's the MOTIF you've heard about, on steroids - and only for the serious keyboardist, producer, and musician.

Sweetwater exclusive: Over $1,000 in free software and hardware
We've upped the ante. We've taken the Yamaha MOTIF XF 10th Anniversary Pack with $800 of hardware and software and pumped it up into a Sweetwater version worth over $1,000! We've taken Yamaha's free 512MB Flash Board and added an additional 512MB Flash Board (a $199 value). We've also added an exclusive Sweetwater Sample Library for the MOTIF XF (128 programs), combined them with the Chick Corea Electric Piano Library and put the file onto a 4GB thumb drive along with the latest Operating System updater file. We've even included a Sweetwater Guide to help you update your MOTIF XF, easily install the 512MB Flash Boards, and load the sample libraries into the Flash Boards. (And since they're flash, you only have to load them once!) All in, this is an unbeatable deal on a monster workstation!

Yamaha MOTIF XF8 88-key Workstation Features at a Glance:
  • 88-key workstation with balanced hammer-effect keyboard
  • Sweetwater exclusive: Over $1,000 in free software and hardware!
  • AWM2 Tone Generator with Expanded Articulation
  • 128-note polyphony
  • 741MB Wave ROM, 3,977 waveforms
  • 1,024 normal voices, 64 drum kits
  • 128 normal GM voices, one drum kit
  • 128 presets by four banks and 32 drum kit presets
  • 18 filter types
  • Scores of effects
  • Built-in sampling support and 128M SDRAM
  • 16-track, approximately 130,000-note sequencer
  • 5-scene memory per song
  • USB host and device connections
  • Ethernet computer connection
  • L/R output, L/R assignable output, digital output
  • Standard 1/4" headphones jack
  • MIDI I/O/T
  • Slot for optional FW16E card

Experience the sonic power of Yamaha's next-generation MOTIF XF8 workstation!
Specification Detail
Sound Engine Type(s) ROM, Flash
Number of Keys 88
Type of Keys Semi-weighted
Other Controllers Pitchbend, Mod Wheel, RIbbon, 8 x Sliders, 8 x Encoders
Polyphony 128 Notes
Wave Memory 741MB
Number of Presets 1,024 Normal Voices + 64 Drum Kits; GM: 128 Normal Voice
Expansion 2 x Flash Wave Slots (Up to 2GB)
Number of Effects 406
Effects Types Reverb, Chorus, Vocoder, Mastering, EQ, etc.
Arpeggiator Yes
Sampling Yes
Audio Playback Internal 16-track Playback (RAM), and Flash
MIDI Sequencer 16-Track
USB 1 x To Host, 1 x To Device
Number of Audio Inputs 2
Audio Input Types 2 x TS
Number of Audio Outputs 5
Audio Output Types 4 x TS, 1 x TRS (Headphone)
Number of Digital Inputs 0
Digital Input Types No Digital Inputs
Number of Digital Outputs 1
Digital Output Types 1 x S/PDIF
MIDI I/O In, Out, Thru, and USB
Pedal Inputs 2 x Foot Controller, Sustain, Assignable
Height 6.6"
Width 56.65"
Depth 18.35"
Weight 63.7 lbs.
Power Supply Power Supply Included
Manufacturer Part Number MOTIF XF8

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Reviews

based on 13 reviews

Awesome Keyboard

by Doug Yoes from Gold Beach, OR USA
May 13, 2013
Music Background: Hobbyist, Jazz Aficionado
After a lot of research, I had narrowed my choice down between Yamaha's Motif XF8 and the Kronos X. I chose the XF8 and I'm glad I did. The guitar and synth sounds are excellent - and I love Chick's ... read more [+]Mark V voice. Sound quality is perfect! close [-]

Gotta be the best

by José Cruz from
February 10, 2013
Music Background: Hobbyist keyboardist, recording engineer and producer.
I own a Motif XS8, not the XF, but if I had the money I'd get this one too. The key amazing. I play in a worship ministry and there's always somebody that comes to me and say something nice about the... read more [+] Motif. And if I'm away like for a moment someone WILL go and play it. I rarely write a review. But watching the Grammy's tonight and seeing both the XS and the XF on stage made come here and write something about it. Steve Wonder played an XS8 in the Eddy Murphy Tribute the other night. So, yeah I get exited to see the Motif on so many stages and performances (and who knows how many recordings) and knowing that I own one of the best keyboards ever. Si, if you're thinking about buying one, just GO for it! People will respect you. lol (seriously) close [-]

The Church 101

by Pastor Tomas M Alejandro from St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
November 9, 2012
Music Background: Professional
This product is amazing! We love it...

Motif XF8 nears perfection!

by Bill from Baltimore, MD USA
October 19, 2012
Music Background: Pro Musician
Looking for an amazing, do everything instrument to add to your arsenal? Look no further this baby does it all and more. Moments after unpacking I had the flash board installed and the system update... read more [+]d thanks to the easy to follow instructions provided by Sweetwater. I then plugged in a powered monitor and was glued to the keyboard for hours. Great sounds, great action, easy to understand and navigate presets but beware! If there are other musicians around you may never get another chance with this beauty! close [-]

Wow!! Best Keyboard I ever heard

by Grady Lloyd from Waxahachie,Tx USA
February 3, 2012
Music Background: Professional Musian
I have been playing piano since the late 70's and I have to say that this is the best electric I have ever heard. I am curently an Roland owner and I realy enjoy playing it, but after hearing this Yam... read more [+]aha MOTIF XF8, I was blown away. I have never heard such clear sounds and rythms . This should be a big and best seller. close [-]
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