Yamaha’s MX88 synth is the complete solution for the modern piano player needing realistic piano action, inspiring synth sound and easy connectivity to computers and iOS devices.
In addition to a massive MOTIF XS soundbank, MX88 is equipped with Yamaha’s VCM FX engine, which meticulously models vintage effects at the circuit level. EQs, phasers, flangers, wah-wahs, and more are all on the menu here, letting you instantly tap into the coveted sounds of the 1970s.
The MX88 is 16-part multitimbral and spec’d with 128-note polyphony. These features build up dense sequences and play them without fear of dreaded note-stealing or sounds cutting off. This makes the MX an ideal tone generation solution for onstage performance and live playback of MIDI tracks off your DAW.
Features:
- 88 Graded Hammer Standard keys are heavier in the lower register and lighter in the higher register for real piano feel
- Matte black keytops absorb moisture and remain tactile after extended use without becoming slippery
- FM Essential expands your sonic arsenal with iOS FM synthesizer app that includes drum loops, FX, and more
- Class compliant USB audio/MIDI for plug-and-play connectivity
- Layer, zone, cycle, switch, randomize, and control up to 8 elements per voice with Yamaha’s powerful MOTIF sound engine
- VCM (Virtual Circuit Modeling) re-creates the sound and behavior of vintage signal processors and FX
- 128-note polyphony for dropout-free live performance or with full 16-track sequences
- Damper Resonance DSP models grand piano sound with dampers off the strings
- Record/play back stereo audio and 16 channels of MIDI with a single USB cable and no external devices
- DAW Remote controls transport, mixer, and software instruments from the MX top panel
- USB-to-device port for connection of USB flash drives for loading and storing data
- 1/8″ aux line input for connection of tablets and mobile devices
- Auto power off shuts down after period of inactivity, saving energy
- Includes Cubase AI, Steinberg Prologue, and Yamaha YC-3B
Specs:
- Sound Engine Type(s): Motif Sound Engine
- Analog/Digital: Digital
- Number of Keys: 88
- Type of Keys: Fully weighted Graded Hammer Standard
- Other Controllers: Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
- Polyphony: 128 notes, 16-part multitimbral
- Number of Presets: Over 1000 voices
- Effects Types: VCM vintage effects & processing
- Audio Inputs: 1 x 1/8″ (aux in)
- Audio Outputs: 2 x 1/4″ (stereo out)
- Headphones: 1 x 1/4″ USB: 1 x Type A, 1 x Type B
- MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB Pedal Inputs: 2 x 1/4″ (sustain, foot controller)
- Expansion: USB Flash Drive sounds (WAV, AIFF, SMF)
- Software: Cubase AI included (download code), Cubasis LE iOS app (unlocks), FM Essential Synth iOS app (unlocks)
- Height: 6.6″
- Width: 51.9″
- Depth: 15.9″
- Weight: 30.6 lbs.
