Built for working musicians, the MODX M Series combines expressive control, streamlined workflow, and exceptional sound in a lightweight design perfect for stage or studio.
Exceptional Sound: 3 powerful engines recreate classic analog synths, modern FM synths, and realistic instruments for a variety of sounds
Expressive Control: Intuitive performance controls, including 8 physical faders and Super Knob, give you real-time hands-on expression
Optimized Workflow: Upgraded navigation enables quick, intuitive sound editing and operation with features like a color touchscreen and 6 dedicated display knobs
Acoustic Piano Touch: 88-key Graded Hammer weighted action for smoother, more accurate playability with a heavier response in the low keys and a lighter response in the high keys
Stage and Studio Integration: Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP) replicates MODX M in your favorite DAW - create, edit and mix sounds anywhere
Advanced 88-key performance synth for stage and studio
Fully weighted, graded hammer-action keybed
3 sound engines and a comprehensive control set for next-generation sound, expressive control, and workflow optimization
Motion Control Synthesis system opens up new vistas of sound design possibilities with Motion Sequences, the Super Knob, Envelope Follower, and more
AN-X engine re-creates the classic sounds and behavior of vintage analog synthesizers; controls include 2 filters, 10 filter types, pulse-width modulation, oscillator self sync, ring modulation, frequency modulation, wave share, and variable voltage-drift and aging parameters
AWM2 engine gives you an expansive canvas for crafting emulative, richly layered, high-definition instrument sounds with up to 128 Elements per Part
FM-X engine takes classic 8-operator FM digital synthesis in a modern direction, with complex and dynamic sound design potential
Top-panel control layout features 8 physical faders, 6 dedicated display knobs, dedicated Part and Scene buttons, and a color touchscreen for quick navigation and intuitive sound editing
USB/MIDI 2.0 and 10 x 4 audio interface provide MIDI and multitrack audio recording and virtual instrument monitoring via a single USB cable for a streamlined studio setup
Expanded Softsynth Plug-in (ESP) replicates MODX M8 in your DAW
Included Cubase AI DAW software (free download)
YamahaMODX M8 88-key Performance Synthesizer
88-key Performance Synthesizer with Hammer-action Keyboard, AN-X, AWM2, and FM-X Sound Engines, Motion Control Synthesis System, 8 Faders, 2 Filters, 10x4 Audio Interface, and USB/MIDI
INSPIRED PERFORMANCE
Take your performance anywhere with the compact, lightweight MODX M featuring three powerful engines:
AN-X – recreates warm vintage analog synths
FM-X – offers cutting-edge modern synth sound
AWM2 – delivers ultra-realistic instrument sounds
Plus, MODX M offers an upgrade of up to 268 notes of polyphony across its three engines and approximately 2x the memory over MODX/MODX+ with an increase from 5.68GB to 10.7GB of AWM2 memory, and 1.9GB of User flash memory.
UNIQUE EXPRESSION
You’ll find dedicated Part and Scene Selection buttons to control 8 Parts per Performance. Particularly beneficial for live performances, this intuitive control improves overall usability and adds dimension to each Performance.
The MODX M Knobs, Super Knob, Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, and Sound Engine are now High Resolution. Because of the fine resolution, you’ll find the MODX M performs smoother than its predecessors.
EXPANDED CREATIVITY
Free for all registered MODX M owners, the Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP) replicates MODX M in your favorite Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). ESP lets you create, edit and mix performances anywhere you happen to be – without the hardware – offering an unprecedented level of stage and studio integration. (Available early 2026)
Upgraded navigation enables quick, intuitive sound editing and operation. You’ll find features like a color touchscreen, 6 display knobs, and Stereo A/D input with 2 insertion effects.
ADDTIONAL FEATURES
AN-X Engine
Integrated into the Motion Control system, the AN-X Engine includes 2 filters, 10 filter types, pulse width modulation, oscillator self sync, ring modulation, FM and wave share, and voltage drift and aging settings.
AWM2
Offering up to 128 Elements per Part, AWM2 allows for more layers and articulations, giving you an expansive canvas for sound creation, especially for “nameable” sounds such as piano and strings.
Motion Control Synthesis Engine
Experience a new level of sound design with this groundbreaking engine, which includes powerful tools like Motion Sequences, Super Knob, Envelope Follower and more.
Simplify Your Studio Setup
USB MIDI 2.0 and multichannel 10 output/4 input audio interface streamline MIDI recording, virtual instrument monitoring, and multi-track audio recording through a single USB cable.
Cubase AI
Cubase AI provides the basic tools for recording, editing and mixing. It’s the perfect entry into the world of Digital Audio Workstations (DAW), offering powerful, yet easy-to-use software tools for all genres.
Eight Faders
Eight physical faders provide real-time performance, mixing and editing control.\
Specs
Dimensions
Width
1,310 mm (51-9/16")
Height
152 mm (5-15/16")
Depth
391 mm (15-3/8")
Weight
Weight
13.6 kg (29 lb, 15 oz)
Keyboard
Number of Keys
88
Type
GHS Keyboard
Initial Touch
Yes
Aftertouch
No
Tone Generator
Motion Control Synthesis Engine AMW2: 128 Elements (max.), FM-X: 8 Operators, 88 Algorithms, AN-X: 3 Oscillators, 1 Noise
16 Parts (internal), Audio Input Parts (A/D*1, USB*1) *1 stereo Part
Wave
Preset: 10.7 GB (when converted to 16-bit linear format), User: 1.9 GB
Performance
3,427
Filter
18 types
Effects
Reverb x 13 types, Variation x 88 types, Insertion A x 88 types*2, Insertion B x 89 types*3, Master Effect x 26 type, *2 A/D part insertion x 83 types *3 Part 2~16: 88 type, A/D part insertion x 83 types (Preset settings for parameters of each effect type are provided as templates) Master EQ (5 bands), 1st part EQ (3 bands), 2nd part EQ (2 bands)
Master Volume, A/D Input Gain knob, Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, Control Slider x 8, Knob x 4, Super knob, Display knob x 6, Portamento knob, Data Dial, Assignable swich x 2, MSEQ trigger switch, Portamento switch, Keyboard hold switch
Display
7" TFT Color Wide VGA LCD touchscreen
Connectors
USB [TO DEVICE], USB [TO HOST], MIDI [IN]/[OUT], FOOT CONTROLLER [1]/[2], FOOT SWITCH [SUSTAIN]/[ASSIGNABLE], OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks), [PHONES] (6.3 mm, standard stereo phone jack), A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks)
Power Consumption
19 W (When using PA-300C AC adaptor)
Accessories
AC adaptor: PA-300C, Quick guide, Cubase AI Download Information, Expanded Softsynth Plugin for MONTAGE M/MODX M Download Information, About downloading manuals, Welcome card
