Here are the answers to your questions on my MODX video. Thanks for chiming in guys, if you have more questions feel free to add those in the comments :)
Love the transparency. Your sincere and thoughtful answers are greatly appreciated, Just bought my modx8 last night and enjoying the day exploring the board! Thank you!
Dom! Thanks for including me and my question in your video. What a pleasant surprise. We are really blessed to have you sharing all of your wisdom and gifts with us. Blessings Brother!
Waiting for mine to arrive as we speak. It's out for delivery, hope it arrives soon. You have me pumped to start playing. Now if only I could get my Fairlight working again I'd be really all set!
I watched 30 other video on this synth and none of you guys mentioned that it had no sequencer. You all almost made me buy into it and its the main feature for me.
Hey Roger, I see where you're coming from but would you expect a Moog Sub37 to have a sequencer? Would you expect a Prophet to have one? It's exactly the same thing. Yamaha doesn't claim that this synth is a workstation anywhere. They've actually gone to great lengths to make people understand that this is not the same philosophy like the Motif. Anyway, that's why we do those videos so you can be informed and make the right choices :)
Dom Sigalas funnily current Prophets and Moog 37 have sequencers. Step sequencers, that is, but either way they are not multitimbral etc And one thing you'd expect from a DX lineage synth is to have aftertouch. That said, it looks like a very interesting synth!!! And might cure my thirst for the MONTAGE X)
I actually love this board, at least from what I have seen so far. One thing I will say for those of you asking for a MIDI/Audio Sequencer, the OS in this board makes it easy for Yamaha to do an update without changing hardware. I would not be surprised to see them do a version 2 of the OS and begin adding better recording features. There are a lot of people that simply do not wish to look at a computer screen while composing, arranging, etc. The Korg Kronos got it right, but I also believe there is space in the industry for what Yamaha is doing with the Montage and the MODX. In fact, I rather like a lot of what I see from the MODX. Super sound shaping and performance features. Great sounds. I love scenes, which to me is a more simplified version of the Karma technology that you can get on Korg or Motif boards. It's more practical. On my old Korg M3 Xpanded the Karma felt complex and like a computer programming language. I think Yamaha may have simplified that process down to more practical needs and features without losing the powerful capabilities.
I've just already checked the orchestral patches and they sound good, really nice. This synth is pure inspiration, lightweight, good sound quality... and it has an incredible price
Great Big Thanks for answering my question. It will be a great addition to my Montage, I love all, especially besides sounds etc. the light weight. I go for it.
@Warp pretty sure if it's lacking the hardware, it's going to lack the software to interpret that. My Electro 5D Lacks a pitch Bend and mod wheel the software to register what to do so slaving it to another board with those components wont work.
The transpose buttons were better on the MOXF. When you transpose in half-steps, there is no active indication that the keyboard is transposed. You only get a quick pop-up window when you set the transposer. It would be nice if the touch screen would have a line of text at the top to indicate the number of half steps being actively transposed. For example, when you you set the keyboard for a full step up, the text would indicate "T+2". How about a firmware upgrade that includes this?
Hi... Recently I bought YAMAHA MODX6. Most of the time I used to play Bass in the left and Piano/other instruments in the right. But the problem is, when I try to do TRANSPOSE or OCTAVE shift, its affecting my split point too. Actually I want a fixed split point which should not be moved whenever I do transpose or octave shift. Is there any solution for this?
Can it recieve after touch and respond from a controller with it, Like the $399 midi keyboards that do have it? where is the full feature sequencer? With the big touch screen, sequencing would be so easy and comprehensive on this and the montage, with just an os update. Why oh why Yamaha are you so stubborn and refusing to give your buyers what they want? I would pay $100 extra for an update that included a full sequencer or true user sampling. Seems like the motif es was the most versatile yamaha synth so far.
Just bought an 88 key one today on line. Can't wait to get my hands on it. I'll be checking into your channel for advice on using it. Thank you so very much for your videos.
Love your dedication and work for Yamaha and the Montage / MODX Dom. I look forward to more Montage / MODX programming guides from you. I love your previous videos on this topic, and I don't feel as though there is enough content on this. I'd love to hear your thought processes in the future!
Hello Dom! My name is Danny from Israel, and I really like your channel! I have 2 questions and I would really appreciate it if you could help me with them. 1. When I play and raise an octave through the button, if I switch to another sound the octave does not reset and it stays on what I pressed. Is there a way for this not to happen? 2. Is it possible to connect the modx to the korg pa3 keys with a midi cable and when I press transpose on the korg it will also be on the yamaha? Thank you my friend!
Dom, I really enjoy the videos. I get my MODX tomorrow. I have a couple questions that you can maybe do videos about: Can you show us how to create a new rhythm sequence? Show how to import sample files or sequence files from a DAW ( if possible). What file formats does MODX support? I saw your Arturia software synth video. Is it possible to import Arturia samples/sounds into the MODX? Thanks, George S
Can you suggest a video (you or anyone else) that describes in detail how to successfully use MODX as an audio interface. Great idea - can see all the parts sitting there in my MODX and in Logic (and even record/playback MIDI perfectly), but no Audio - Arghh! Thanks in advance! (love your content Dom! Thanks for sharing!)
i HAVE THE XF, TO PROGRAM A SONG USING THE SEQUENCER IS TIME CONSUMING, AND DIFFICULT TO CORRECT A BAD NOTE, NO WAY TO STRETCH OR FADE, NO VISUAL.... STUDIO ONE, AUDIOBOX USB AND YOUR COMPUTER MAKES IT SO MUCH EASIER TO LAY DOWN TRACKS AND MANIPULATE THEM SO A SEQUENCER IS A MINOR CONCERN, THE IMPROVED RIFFS AND SUPER KNOB THAT COME WITH THE MODX VS XF IS THE MAIN ATTRACTION, ALONG WITH THE LIGHT WEIGHT, THE 61 IS GOOD ENOUGH, WANT AN OCTAVE LOWER OR HIGHER PRESS THE OCTAVE BUTTON, THE MODX HAS A PLUG FOR AN IPAD THAT CAN CHANGE THE RATE OF THE ARPEGGIO... SO AWESOME.
Do you have a tutorial explaining how to use the mail features of modx or some course O can take to learn how to take advantage of all the features it has ?
You've been really consistent with the info roll outs, thank you! My question: can I go part for part while making a beat with my Mpc Renaissance software, making multiple tracks, with different MODX sounds?
192-NOTE TOTAL POLYPHONY MODX features 128-note stereo AWM2 polyphony and 64-notes of FM-X polyphony. Due to the unique architecture of MODX and MONTAGE, this polyphony is always available without latency or compromising other features.
Hi. I found that part 9-16 in perfomance doesn't have keyboard control.(so if i choose any 9-16th part of perfomance , they playing as solo, and if i don't choose them, so playing only 1-8 parts) Can i change it(i wanna add some more sounds) , or this 8 parts can't be controlled straight from kyes.. thanks
Hi Dom Sigalas, I thought you should talk with Yamaha because a lot of people like the sequencer built in, sure that Cubase, Logic, Live etc are powerful and got a vast arsenal of tools for edition, audio recording etc the most of people know about it ....but some people sometimes love only switch on the keyboard without computer and record and edit basically his production or demo. We know that Modx is a synthesiser but a sequencer built in surely would be a plus for future buyers , we know that Yamaha is owner of Steinberg (Cubase) and surely like to promotion its product , but like a good detail for the costumers would be a built in sequencer. Please Dom talk with Yamaha people to try to put a good sequencer in this instrument and why not in Montage too.
Take a look at the Squarp Pyramid. There are up and coming hardware sequencers out there that would rival anything that Yamaha could dish up for their keyboards at this point.
Hi Dom! I have a Modx8 connected “via MIDI cable” to a Tc Helicon Voicelive Touch 2 (vocal processor and harmonizer) The problem is that if I use the global transposer on the Modx8, (for example -1) the Tc Helicon does not recognize the notes correctly, the result is that the harmony comes out of tune (at 0) compared to the keyboard (that is -1 instead) However, if I do the same thing with My Nord Stage 3 or My Korg Kronos I don't have this problem... can you help me please? Where is the issue? I think it’s in the Modx It seems like the Modx8 do not sends the cc message of the keyboard transposition at all... but no "midi filter" is set on the Tc Helicon, neither on the Modx But…If I use the Modx set to "0" it works correctly... I need to play "-1 transposed" because for convenience the whole band plays -1 semitone down Thank you very much! Bye
thank you for answering those questions. I am currently in the process of buying a keyboard I am however stuck between buying a used Motif XF and this MODX. I am a church keyboardist. Could you please recommend to me?
Motif XF is a hi End instrument. It sounds great. Everything is great in Motif. You should try MODX - i personaly don't feel that it is that close to hi end.
The full features sequencer is a feature that many have come to expect and it was taking away to get you to use and buy their computer/ipad music software and no other reason. Yamaha has a huge legacy in producing standalone and keyboard sequencers in their over $1000 keyboards, they can and refuse to even when a large number of users continue to ask for it, Users who do not want to be ties to a computer or other device when composing music, to simplify and speed up their workflow as Yamaha has provided for them to do for decades, and almost all other keyboard companies in this price range still allow. Many are also disappointed in the deletion of aftertouch, which would have cost no more than $50 to implement according to some. Hopefully the aftermarket will find a way to add aftertouch to these machines, as it makes a HUGE impact on the playability of many of the best sounds,
I can tell you for a fact that aftertouch would not only add $50 to the price :) Especially high quality aftertouch that Yamaha makes with the likes of the Montage or the MOTIF. This is expensive to implement. And I think Yamaha decided to make this more affordable rather than adding extra cost for a cheap version of it (like the ones you find on other synths that feels so bad it makes no sense it's there to begin with).
My brother bought a midi controller new a few years ago with aftertouch and breath control and 49 velocity keys and 5000 software sounds. it was $399 Aturia keylab 49 www.amazon.com/Arturia-230421-KeyLab-Keyboard-Controller/dp/B00DJ5UJ5E They have updated it now in black. www.arturia.com/products/hybrid-synths/keylab61/overview Aturia Keylab 61, has more software along with tons of tactile buttons and daw control. $499. www.amazon.com/Arturia-61-MKII-Keyboard-Controller/dp/B07FNXVM2F/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1542991424&sr=1-2&keywords=arturia+keylab Black friday the price went down a bit. on the old model www.proaudiostar.com/arturia-keylab-88.html?gclid=Cj0KCQiA597fBRCzARIsAHWby0GE-DnaZLR7dMH4j5fGGZPzbBtvm8GwkKJDc4kDdGfo7PaoV4seSooaAhwDEALw_wcB There are tons of keyboard controllers weith aftertouch in the $300 to $700 range. I am guessing it doers not add any more than $50-$100 to the cost, as well as breath control. Both would increase the expensiveness of the MODX sound quite a bit.
I bought The MODX 8 yesterday, and maybe lack of research on my part or misdirection in marketing; but as you said the MODX is not a workstation. I am really bummed because I was looking for an upgraded Motif (which I’ve had in the past) . I have sounds galore between Logic/Komplete/Korg Gadget , and was hoping to get away from the computer DAW, and back to an all in one device ala early 00s workstations style. Frustratingly the MODX isn’t that . So back to Sweetwater it goes 😪
A simple firmware upgrade could fix that,but Yamaha refuses to listen to many of it's customers. They want keyboardist tied to the computer when putting together and editing songs, or sampling. This they believe will increase their much more profitable software sales, like Cubase, Halion, etc. They did not want to hurt Montage slow sales so they took away the after touch. They now what you want better than you, they think. To there credit, they do not market it as an all in one workstation, and make it known subtly that this is to be used with cubase ai (free temptation to buy an ungraded version of cubase) for making and editing full songs. It does also include a complete audio/midi interface. usb. Does not have ssd sound streaming like kronos on the montage which was a huge shortcoming, nor any fast modern port like thunderbolt 1,2,3, usb, usb3. And for the price it is a great live keyboard.
QUESTIONS...how to setup volume on performance to be active on only 1 or 2 sounds bring up volume strings and not the piano ( foot control 1 not 2 ) ....on a side note what a challenge to get master keyboard to play a sound module...it was midi thru Ha
Hey Andrea! The MODX can load all the voices from the Motif XF as they're compatible. Which means you get all the sounds from the Motif AND new killer pianos :)
Dear Dom I have a Modx and Cubase. Where can I get the Vangelis sound from Blade Runner film main theme? I think is a Brass, and also the strings are amazing. Is is possible to play it with the Modx or in Cubase? Thanks a lot. You are great! Greetings from Spain.
Would you be able to make a video on how to properly setup the Studio with Audio Interface or a Mixer, Studio Monitor Calibration and how to get that Pro Grade Sound with the DAW.
You mentioned that the highest sample rate is 44.1khz vs 192khz with the Montage. You're speaking of the AWM samples? Is the bit depth also limited to 16 bits vs 24? Generally speaking, do most samples in the sound library for the Montage use 192khz? Are they transcoded to 44.1 for the MODX?
hi Dom! I made a performance whith scenes but when I change scene, it's changing immeditely, and not waiting the one bar measure. How can i set the scene waiting for example one bar measeure for changin scenes in performance, and not immediate? Really I cannot figure it out. Thanks!
Great video Dom, I wanted to know if you can use an external keyboard with this board. For example, if you have 4 parts to your performance - can you assign only one part to be played on an external keyboard. This is just for more flexibility and room while playing live.
Hello plz can u explain to me how i can store several sounds in user bank when i wll play live especially bollywood songs in which i can use 7 to 8 sounds in one song
Serious question 30 year Yamaha veteran. Can’t figure out how to program foot control 1 and 2 to be separate of each other controlling volume . Piano volume part 1 fc 1. And string volume part 2 fc2 . When I setup on off switch per part fc 2 controls both I have selected proper fc per part Help performing 100s of shows per year and many month’s stumped Lyle Stang Buffalo NY USA
Hello, I bought Iconica Ensambles, I am working with Dorico 4.3 and a Yamaha MODX 6/7/8 but is not reproducing the sound of Iconica, How can I make it work. Thank you.
Frankly, I'm mostly excited to stop gigging with my Montage. It'll still be my go-to at home, but I love that I can use all the performances I created on the Montage and not get a hernia when loading up my car for a gig.
Dom, having a row of 16 shortcut buttons and 2 buttons for bank up-down Would not make the synth heavier or costly. This was a very bad choice on Yamaha's part, one that had me refrain from purchasing. I woudn't have an issue if the screen was not so laggy, but the screen seems sluggish compared to, say, an ipad, and I would never pick shortcuts on my ipad during a live gig. So yeah. This is why MODX would suck at a live gig and the MOXF still wins there.
I just need to stop by and say thank you for putting out these great contents on Yamaha synthesizers. I've been a guitarist and recording engineer for years but was never really that savy with synths, and since I just start working for Yamaha's branch office in Taiwan, I'm asked to do some educational training for local Yamaha distributors on the synth lineup. I've been doing a lot of homework and your videos are truly helpful and most importantly, fun and inspiring to watch. Thank you for being awesome. Your channels definitely deserves a lot more followers. Keep up the great work!
Hi again Dom, I forgot to ask you if you could actually program guitar strumming patterns and save as an arpeggio? -and if the Modx actually already has some rock/pop guitar strumming patterns/arpeggios? Best regards Thomas
Great videos Dom, thank you for all of the hard work you're doing to promote the MODX. Question re polyphony: Am I right in saying one voice can have 8 elements in it? If this is the case, if I play one note with one voice that uses all 8 elements, will that take up 1 note of polyphony or 8?
Hi Jordan glad you find the videos useful ;) Not sure if this is documented anywhere but every element is pretty much like a synth on its own with its own filters, lfo's eq etc. Every element should occupy one note of polyphony- not that I have ever ran out of polyphony to fully test this :)
Sorry to ask so many questions. I haven't owned a synth. I'm wondering how someone decides which keyboard is best? I'm currently learning on a Roland FP-30 digital piano. I feel like the fully weighted keys would prevent me from playing fast synth riffs. Does the Yamaha fully weighted keyboard allow faster playability/repeatability than Roland?
hello Dom,can you tell me how to use modx to play midi files songs from cubase 11? i have installed the driver set all the midi outputs to modx port1..but it wont play...regards
I too, was one of those put off by the anti-workstation vibe. But I believe you are correct. It is really, obsolete...ugh, I hate admitting that, but it is. Still, those old Motifs are out there, and if you really must have a high end workstation, I'd say Kronos. I like all the lights and gizmos on Montage, but I just don't need quite that much synthesizer. I wanted a smaller, hi tech, legitimate synth, around 1200. The 61 fits that, I get the super knob for soundscapes, and nearly...all the sounds and power of Montage, for half the price, with DRUMS! Montage doesn't go there. A steal in my view, and the product has been ordered. Glad I held out, exactly what I was waiting for. In my opinion, it is a much better value than the Montage, bang for buck.
I’m also disappointed with the lack of aftertouch & would’ve have liked a sequencer, but the sounds, synth engines and features you get for the very reasonable amount of money it costs, it’s a fair compromise.
I have an issue on yamaha montage 6...when I connect it to the mac...the mac's control was taken by the montage ....I tried a lot to recover it but can't.....can you tell me a solution?
All synthesizers on this level need a tutorial manual. Thanks for another useful video. I may own a ModX6 tomorrow.
thanks for the mention Dom, this was a very helpful video and a great idea. thanks.
Cheers, Woody, lots of love :)
Woody 😋 your cheeks 😊😂😂😂 really nice
Love the transparency. Your sincere and thoughtful answers are greatly appreciated, Just bought my modx8 last night and enjoying the day exploring the board! Thank you!
Dom! Thanks for including me and my question in your video. What a pleasant surprise. We are really blessed to have you sharing all of your wisdom and gifts with us. Blessings Brother!
Waiting for mine to arrive as we speak. It's out for delivery, hope it arrives soon. You have me pumped to start playing. Now if only I could get my Fairlight working again I'd be really all set!
This is the most helpful comparison of the MODX and Montage
I am buying the Montage 8 anyway... thanks for this amazing guide Dom!
I watched 30 other video on this synth and none of you guys mentioned that it had no sequencer. You all almost made me buy into it and its the main feature for me.
Hey Roger, I see where you're coming from but would you expect a Moog Sub37 to have a sequencer? Would you expect a Prophet to have one? It's exactly the same thing. Yamaha doesn't claim that this synth is a workstation anywhere. They've actually gone to great lengths to make people understand that this is not the same philosophy like the Motif. Anyway, that's why we do those videos so you can be informed and make the right choices :)
Dom Sigalas funnily current Prophets and Moog 37 have sequencers. Step sequencers, that is, but either way they are not multitimbral etc
And one thing you'd expect from a DX lineage synth is to have aftertouch.
That said, it looks like a very interesting synth!!! And might cure my thirst for the MONTAGE X)
This is me. I unfortunately did buy and found out lack of sequencer
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I actually love this board, at least from what I have seen so far. One thing I will say for those of you asking for a MIDI/Audio Sequencer, the OS in this board makes it easy for Yamaha to do an update without changing hardware. I would not be surprised to see them do a version 2 of the OS and begin adding better recording features. There are a lot of people that simply do not wish to look at a computer screen while composing, arranging, etc. The Korg Kronos got it right, but I also believe there is space in the industry for what Yamaha is doing with the Montage and the MODX. In fact, I rather like a lot of what I see from the MODX. Super sound shaping and performance features. Great sounds. I love scenes, which to me is a more simplified version of the Karma technology that you can get on Korg or Motif boards. It's more practical. On my old Korg M3 Xpanded the Karma felt complex and like a computer programming language. I think Yamaha may have simplified that process down to more practical needs and features without losing the powerful capabilities.
I've just already checked the orchestral patches and they sound good, really nice. This synth is pure inspiration, lightweight, good sound quality... and it has an incredible price
With the update 3.0 for Montage and 2.00.1 for the MODX there is now a nice sequencer.
Excellent, thanks for all your hard work. I've ordered an MODX6 :-)
Thanks a lot my friend :) Enjoy your new baby :)
How kind of you. Very helpful for me. Thanks!
please make a video DAW Modx intregration. keyword MODX Connect
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Great Big Thanks for answering my question. It will be a great addition to my Montage, I love all, especially besides sounds etc. the light weight. I go for it.
My pleasure :) Thanks for watching !
I ordered today. Hope the Modx driver will coexist with the Montage. :-)
They did cut out after touch which is a significant feature of the DX series.
get a used dx7 and midi in to the modx. lolz.
so 2 purchases instead of one, the used one makes up for what is lacking on the brand new one lolz.
@Warp pretty sure if it's lacking the hardware, it's going to lack the software to interpret that. My Electro 5D Lacks a pitch Bend and mod wheel the software to register what to do so slaving it to another board with those components wont work.
I read a review that said it would accept incoming aftertouch midi cc messages.
@@warp9988 great! At least Yamaha didn't throw us a full out curveball with this one
The transpose buttons were better on the MOXF. When you transpose in half-steps, there is no active indication that the keyboard is transposed. You only get a quick pop-up window when you set the transposer. It would be nice if the touch screen would have a line of text at the top to indicate the number of half steps being actively transposed. For example, when you you set the keyboard for a full step up, the text would indicate "T+2". How about a firmware upgrade that includes this?
No se déjame ver que puedo hacer😅
most excrllent video! thank you for being so detailed
Hi... Recently I bought YAMAHA MODX6. Most of the time I used to play Bass in the left and Piano/other instruments in the right. But the problem is, when I try to do TRANSPOSE or OCTAVE shift, its affecting my split point too. Actually I want a fixed split point which should not be moved whenever I do transpose or octave shift. Is there any solution for this?
Can it recieve after touch and respond from a controller with it, Like the $399 midi keyboards that do have it?
where is the full feature sequencer?
With the big touch screen, sequencing would be so easy and comprehensive on this and the montage, with just an os update.
Why oh why Yamaha are you so stubborn and refusing to give your buyers what they want?
I would pay $100 extra for an update that included a full sequencer or true user sampling.
Seems like the motif es was the most versatile yamaha synth so far.
Great video, Dom!
Just bought an 88 key one today on line.
Can't wait to get my hands on it.
I'll be checking into your channel for advice on using it. Thank you so very much for your videos.
I am purchasing the 8, this coming weekend
Dom Sigalas, you are the dude!
Love your dedication and work for Yamaha and the Montage / MODX Dom. I look forward to more Montage / MODX programming guides from you. I love your previous videos on this topic, and I don't feel as though there is enough content on this. I'd love to hear your thought processes in the future!
Thank you so much for the response and for the information 👍🏾. Btw, I’m ordering my MODX7 tomorrow!
Awesome! I too ordered the MODX7. Should arrive on Friday!
Hello Dom!
My name is Danny from Israel,
and I really like your channel!
I have 2 questions and I would really appreciate it if you could help me with them.
1. When I play and raise an octave through the button, if I switch to another sound the octave does not reset and it stays on what I pressed. Is there a way for this not to happen?
2. Is it possible to connect the modx to the korg pa3 keys with a midi cable and when I press transpose on the korg it will also be on the yamaha?
Thank you my friend!
But how does the 8, in particular, compare to the montage, in terms of keyboard?
63 lbs for the flagship vs 30 lbs for the MODX8. Would love the Montage, but guess which one I'm hauling around to gigs?
Dom, I really enjoy the videos. I get my MODX tomorrow. I have a couple questions that you can maybe do videos about:
Can you show us how to create a new rhythm sequence?
Show how to import sample files or sequence files from a DAW ( if possible).
What file formats does MODX support?
I saw your Arturia software synth video. Is it possible to import Arturia samples/sounds into the MODX?
Thanks, George S
Can you suggest a video (you or anyone else) that describes in detail how to successfully use MODX as an audio interface. Great idea - can see all the parts sitting there in my MODX and in Logic (and even record/playback MIDI perfectly), but no Audio - Arghh! Thanks in advance! (love your content Dom! Thanks for sharing!)
i HAVE THE XF, TO PROGRAM A SONG USING THE SEQUENCER IS TIME CONSUMING, AND DIFFICULT TO CORRECT A BAD NOTE, NO WAY TO STRETCH OR FADE, NO VISUAL.... STUDIO ONE, AUDIOBOX USB AND YOUR COMPUTER MAKES IT SO MUCH EASIER TO LAY DOWN TRACKS AND MANIPULATE THEM SO A SEQUENCER IS A MINOR CONCERN, THE IMPROVED RIFFS AND SUPER KNOB THAT COME WITH THE MODX VS XF IS THE MAIN ATTRACTION, ALONG WITH THE LIGHT WEIGHT, THE 61 IS GOOD ENOUGH, WANT AN OCTAVE LOWER OR HIGHER PRESS THE OCTAVE BUTTON, THE MODX HAS A PLUG FOR AN IPAD THAT CAN CHANGE THE RATE OF THE ARPEGGIO... SO AWESOME.
Thank you so much, Dom Sigalas for all your great videos. I am most definitely a fan of your's
Got all my questions answered in one video. Thank you!
Love these keys!
Thanks Dom. As always, great video.
Although it has a 16 track sequencer and pattern designer with version 2.5 OS, love my MODX6
You're so humble. God bless
I've just buyed this monster after your videos, it comes tumorrow, let's see!!
Have fun Oscar!
modx VS Motif XS8 which one is better?
LOVE YOUR REVIEW !!!
The only thing that I can think of that kind of kills it for me, is that the pitch bender and mod wheels are up top.
Im willing to get used it😀
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I hear ya.
Do you have a tutorial explaining how to use the mail features of modx or some course O can take to learn how to take advantage of all the features it has ?
Hello dear Dom How to perform each part without interruption in the live set without the gap between changes.thank you.
Everybody feeled that sequencer in not present in modx, and YAMAHA heard that
Thanks for answering Dom !!
You've been really consistent with the info roll outs, thank you!
My question: can I go part for part while making a beat with my Mpc Renaissance software, making multiple tracks, with different MODX sounds?
192-NOTE TOTAL POLYPHONY
MODX features 128-note stereo AWM2 polyphony and 64-notes of FM-X polyphony. Due to the unique architecture of MODX and MONTAGE, this polyphony is always available without latency or compromising other features.
Hi. I found that part 9-16 in perfomance doesn't have keyboard control.(so if i choose any 9-16th part of perfomance , they playing as solo, and if i don't choose them, so playing only 1-8 parts) Can i change it(i wanna add some more sounds) , or this 8 parts can't be controlled straight from kyes.. thanks
Hi Dom Sigalas, I thought you should talk with Yamaha because a lot of people like the sequencer built in, sure that Cubase, Logic, Live etc are powerful and got a vast arsenal of tools for edition, audio recording etc the most of people know about it ....but some people sometimes love only switch on the keyboard without computer and record and edit basically his production or demo. We know that Modx is a synthesiser but a sequencer built in surely would be a plus for future buyers , we know that Yamaha is owner of Steinberg (Cubase) and surely like to promotion its product , but like a good detail for the costumers would be a built in sequencer. Please Dom talk with Yamaha people to try to put a good sequencer in this instrument and why not in Montage too.
Take a look at the Squarp Pyramid. There are up and coming hardware sequencers out there that would rival anything that Yamaha could dish up for their keyboards at this point.
thank you for this, so helpful!
Hi Dom!
I have a Modx8 connected “via MIDI cable” to a Tc Helicon Voicelive Touch 2 (vocal processor and harmonizer) The problem is that if I use the global transposer on the Modx8, (for example -1) the Tc Helicon does not recognize the notes correctly, the result is that the harmony comes out of tune (at 0) compared to the keyboard (that is -1 instead) However, if I do the same thing with My Nord Stage 3 or My Korg Kronos I don't have this problem... can you help me please? Where is the issue? I think it’s in the Modx
It seems like the Modx8 do not sends the cc message of the keyboard transposition at all... but no "midi filter" is set on the Tc Helicon, neither on the Modx
But…If I use the Modx set to "0" it works correctly...
I need to play "-1 transposed" because for convenience the whole band plays -1 semitone down
Thank you very much!
Bye
This is a very good video, thanks Dom
thank you for answering those questions. I am currently in the process of buying a keyboard I am however stuck between buying a used Motif XF and this MODX. I am a church keyboardist. Could you please recommend to me?
does your church need awesome FM 80s sounds?
go with the Motif XF… this is ny bread and butter keyboard.. i would buy this later and add it to my rig…. secondary keyboard….
Motif XF is a hi End instrument. It sounds great. Everything is great in Motif.
You should try MODX - i personaly don't feel that it is that close to hi end.
How to arrange patches for a live set? And switch between patches easily.
Great Job Dom! Thanks!
The full features sequencer is a feature that many have come to expect and it was taking away to get you to use and buy their computer/ipad music software and no other reason.
Yamaha has a huge legacy in producing standalone and keyboard sequencers in their over $1000 keyboards, they can and refuse to even when a large number of users continue to ask for it,
Users who do not want to be ties to a computer or other device when composing music, to simplify and speed up their workflow as Yamaha has provided for them to do for decades, and almost all other keyboard companies in this price range still allow.
Many are also disappointed in the deletion of aftertouch, which would have cost no more than $50 to implement according to some.
Hopefully the aftermarket will find a way to add aftertouch to these machines, as it makes a HUGE impact on the playability of many of the best sounds,
I can tell you for a fact that aftertouch would not only add $50 to the price :) Especially high quality aftertouch that Yamaha makes with the likes of the Montage or the MOTIF. This is expensive to implement. And I think Yamaha decided to make this more affordable rather than adding extra cost for a cheap version of it (like the ones you find on other synths that feels so bad it makes no sense it's there to begin with).
@@DomSigalas source please
I have had quality aftertiu h in many under $1000 keyboards some by Yamaha
And in $389 after based keyboard controllers
My brother bought a midi controller new a few years ago with aftertouch and breath control and 49 velocity keys and 5000 software sounds.
it was $399
Aturia keylab 49
www.amazon.com/Arturia-230421-KeyLab-Keyboard-Controller/dp/B00DJ5UJ5E
They have updated it now in black.
www.arturia.com/products/hybrid-synths/keylab61/overview
Aturia Keylab 61, has more software along with tons of tactile buttons and daw control.
$499.
www.amazon.com/Arturia-61-MKII-Keyboard-Controller/dp/B07FNXVM2F/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1542991424&sr=1-2&keywords=arturia+keylab
Black friday the price went down a bit. on the old model
www.proaudiostar.com/arturia-keylab-88.html?gclid=Cj0KCQiA597fBRCzARIsAHWby0GE-DnaZLR7dMH4j5fGGZPzbBtvm8GwkKJDc4kDdGfo7PaoV4seSooaAhwDEALw_wcB
There are tons of keyboard controllers weith aftertouch in the $300 to $700 range.
I am guessing it doers not add any more than $50-$100 to the cost, as well as breath control.
Both would increase the expensiveness of the MODX sound quite a bit.
Thanks Dom
in my opinion it doesn't feel semi-weighted, but i like it anyway
That flicking light will drive me nuts.
Thank you for the video.
How do you feel, is it still relevaant synthesizer in 2021, or there are something newer around?
Hi am planning to buy this board but only question is can I import wave loops and some backing parts and trigger them live or not?
Perfect video, very helpfull. Thank you Dom :)
Great and useful video, thanks a lot! And if I'm not wrong and the surname is Greek, yassu to you, Dom!! 🇬🇷☺️
No after touch or full sequencer?
I'm suprised they kept the headphone jack.
Hey man. Question. If I make a patch on the modx, can I save it on a flash drive and pull them up on a montage?
Big boy boy between the Korg Nautilus and The Modx I’m TORN.
Thanks so much for your video!
I bought The MODX 8 yesterday, and maybe lack of research on my part or misdirection in marketing; but as you said the MODX is not a workstation. I am really bummed because I was looking for an upgraded Motif (which I’ve had in the past) . I have sounds galore between Logic/Komplete/Korg Gadget , and was hoping to get away from the computer DAW, and back to an all in one device ala early 00s workstations style. Frustratingly the MODX isn’t that . So back to Sweetwater it goes 😪
Really sorry it's not what you needed but yes it is really not meant to be a workstation.
A simple firmware upgrade could fix that,but Yamaha refuses to listen to many of it's customers.
They want keyboardist tied to the computer when putting together and editing songs, or sampling.
This they believe will increase their much more profitable software sales, like Cubase, Halion, etc.
They did not want to hurt Montage slow sales so they took away the after touch.
They now what you want better than you, they think.
To there credit, they do not market it as an all in one workstation, and make it known subtly that this is to be used with cubase ai (free temptation to buy an ungraded version of cubase) for making and editing full songs.
It does also include a complete audio/midi interface. usb.
Does not have ssd sound streaming like kronos on the montage which was a huge shortcoming, nor any fast modern port like thunderbolt 1,2,3, usb, usb3.
And for the price it is a great live keyboard.
buy a motif xf8......you will love it.
Gee Sapiens... I bet you wish you kept it now that the sequencer update has arrived (Oct 2019).
QUESTIONS...how to setup volume on performance to be active on only 1 or 2 sounds bring up volume strings and not the piano ( foot control 1 not 2 ) ....on a side note what a challenge to get master keyboard to play a sound module...it was midi thru Ha
Thank you very much.
Hi Dom, thank you for your videos. The quality of piano sounds in modx is the same or better than moxf?
Hey Andrea! The MODX can load all the voices from the Motif XF as they're compatible. Which means you get all the sounds from the Motif AND new killer pianos :)
Dear Dom I have a Modx and Cubase. Where can I get the Vangelis sound from Blade Runner film main theme? I think is a Brass, and also the strings are amazing. Is is possible to play it with the Modx or in Cubase? Thanks a lot. You are great! Greetings from Spain.
Would you be able to make a video on how to properly setup the Studio with Audio Interface or a Mixer, Studio Monitor Calibration and how to get that Pro Grade Sound with the DAW.
Is it possible to send the drum midi notes over to MPC? Or is it function for DAW only?
You mentioned that the highest sample rate is 44.1khz vs 192khz with the Montage. You're speaking of the AWM samples? Is the bit depth also limited to 16 bits vs 24? Generally speaking, do most samples in the sound library for the Montage use 192khz? Are they transcoded to 44.1 for the MODX?
I think this a montage killer. It’s a business thing.
Reynald Guibone LoL
hi Dom! I made a performance whith scenes but when I change scene, it's changing
immeditely, and not waiting the one bar measure. How can i set the scene waiting for example one bar measeure for changin scenes in performance, and not immediate? Really I cannot figure it out. Thanks!
Great video Dom, I wanted to know if you can use an external keyboard with this board. For example, if you have 4 parts to your performance - can you assign only one part to be played on an external keyboard. This is just for more flexibility and room while playing live.
My MODX6 Pitch Bend doesn't work...any ideas on how to trouble shoot? Thx. Dan
Hello plz can u explain to me how i can store several sounds in user bank when i wll play live especially bollywood songs in which i can use 7 to 8 sounds in one song
Serious question 30 year Yamaha veteran. Can’t figure out how to program foot control 1 and 2 to be separate of each other controlling volume . Piano volume part 1 fc 1. And string volume part 2 fc2 .
When I setup on off switch per part fc 2 controls both
I have selected proper fc per part Help performing 100s of shows per year and many month’s stumped Lyle Stang Buffalo NY USA
I have a Yamaha p60 (88keys). If i plug via Midi in a MODX6, i Will have the MODX6 sounds in the 88keys of my piano ?
Loved the video, how is the durability of the touchscreen? Please tell
Mine came with a manual in Portuguese...it's been challenging
Yes plays nice
Great video. How many fx can you have running on the Modx simultaneously as compared to the Montage? Cheers.
Hello, I bought Iconica Ensambles, I am working with Dorico 4.3 and a Yamaha MODX 6/7/8 but is not reproducing the sound of Iconica, How can I make it work. Thank you.
Nice. Thanks for tour help.
Frankly, I'm mostly excited to stop gigging with my Montage. It'll still be my go-to at home, but I love that I can use all the performances I created on the Montage and not get a hernia when loading up my car for a gig.
I share the same feelings :)
Dom, having a row of 16 shortcut buttons and 2 buttons for bank up-down Would not make the synth heavier or costly. This was a very bad choice on Yamaha's part, one that had me refrain from purchasing. I woudn't have an issue if the screen was not so laggy, but the screen seems sluggish compared to, say, an ipad, and I would never pick shortcuts on my ipad during a live gig. So yeah. This is why MODX would suck at a live gig and the MOXF still wins there.
I just need to stop by and say thank you for putting out these great contents on Yamaha synthesizers. I've been a guitarist and recording engineer for years but was never really that savy with synths, and since I just start working for Yamaha's branch office in Taiwan, I'm asked to do some educational training for local Yamaha distributors on the synth lineup. I've been doing a lot of homework and your videos are truly helpful and most importantly, fun and inspiring to watch. Thank you for being awesome. Your channels definitely deserves a lot more followers. Keep up the great work!
Thanks a lot Dans, I really appreciate the kind word and really happy the videos help you out. Really good to hear your feedback!
Hi again Dom, I forgot to ask you if you could actually program guitar strumming patterns and save as an arpeggio? -and if the Modx actually already has some rock/pop guitar strumming patterns/arpeggios? Best regards Thomas
Hi Thomas, yes you can program your own user arps and the MODX had a lot of guitar strumming arpegiators :)
Great videos Dom, thank you for all of the hard work you're doing to promote the MODX. Question re polyphony: Am I right in saying one voice can have 8 elements in it? If this is the case, if I play one note with one voice that uses all 8 elements, will that take up 1 note of polyphony or 8?
Hi Jordan glad you find the videos useful ;) Not sure if this is documented anywhere but every element is pretty much like a synth on its own with its own filters, lfo's eq etc. Every element should occupy one note of polyphony- not that I have ever ran out of polyphony to fully test this :)
Sorry to ask so many questions. I haven't owned a synth. I'm wondering how someone decides which keyboard is best? I'm currently learning on a Roland FP-30 digital piano. I feel like the fully weighted keys would prevent me from playing fast synth riffs. Does the Yamaha fully weighted keyboard allow faster playability/repeatability than Roland?
hello Dom,can you tell me how to use modx to play midi files songs from cubase 11? i have installed the driver set all the midi outputs to modx port1..but it wont play...regards
Thanks for the lessons, albeit, I can’t seem to download the cubaise ai,
I too, was one of those put off by the anti-workstation vibe. But I believe you are correct. It is really, obsolete...ugh, I hate admitting that, but it is. Still, those old Motifs are out there, and if you really must have a high end workstation, I'd say Kronos. I like all the lights and gizmos on Montage, but I just don't need quite that much synthesizer. I wanted a smaller, hi tech, legitimate synth, around 1200. The 61 fits that, I get the super knob for soundscapes, and nearly...all the sounds and power of Montage, for half the price, with DRUMS! Montage doesn't go there. A steal in my view, and the product has been ordered. Glad I held out, exactly what I was waiting for. In my opinion, it is a much better value than the Montage, bang for buck.
Naw bro
I’m also disappointed with the lack of aftertouch & would’ve have liked a sequencer, but the sounds, synth engines and features you get for the very reasonable amount of money it costs, it’s a fair compromise.
I have an issue on yamaha montage 6...when I connect it to the mac...the mac's control was taken by the montage ....I tried a lot to recover it but can't.....can you tell me a solution?