Yamaha MODX M7 76-Key Synthesizer Workstation

The Yamaha MODX M Series is a versatile synthesizer designed for working musicians who demand expressive control, seamless workflow, and high-quality sound in a lightweight, stage- and studio-ready package.

Combining the cutting-edge AN-X virtual analog engine from the Montage series with Yamaha’s powerful AWM2 and FM-X engines, the MODX M delivers an expansive sonic palette—from innovative, boundary-pushing synth tones to classic, iconic sounds essential for any production or performance setup.

Features

• AN-X Engine provides expressive analog-style sounds with two filters, 10 filter types, pulse width modulation, oscillator self-sync, ring modulation,
• FM, wave shaper, wave folder, and voltage drift/aging settings.
• AWM2 Engine offers up to 128 Elements per Part, delivering realistic instruments with detailed layers and articulations.
• FM-X Engine provides modern FM synthesis for cutting-edge sound creation.
• Total Polyphony: 268 notes across AWM2, FM-X, and AN-X engines.
• Preset Wave Memory: 10.7 GB AWM2 memory, User Flash Memory: 1.9 GB.
• VCM Rotary Speaker effect simulates classic rotary speaker motion.
• Dedicated Part and Scene Selection buttons control up to 8 Parts per
• Performance for live performance flexibility.
• High-resolution Knobs, Super Knob, Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, and sound engines allow smooth, precise expression.
• Motion Control Synthesis Engine features Motion Sequences, Super Knob,
• Envelope Follower, and dynamic modulation tools.
• 8 physical faders and 4 assignable knobs provide real-time hands-on control.
• Four pedal inputs and six display knobs expand performance and editing capabilities.
• Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP) replicates MODX M in DAWs for remote editing, mixing, and sound creation.
• Fast and intuitive navigation with color touchscreen, 6 display knobs, and stereo A/D input with two insertion effects.
• USB MIDI 2.0 and multichannel audio interface (10 out / 4 in) streamlines recording, monitoring, and multi-track audio.
• Cubase AI included for recording, editing, and mixing with integrated DAW workflow.
• Dedicated DAW remote buttons allow MODX M to control mixer, transport, and plugins in popular DAWs.
• FSB semi-weighted key action (MODX M6/M7) and GHS weighted key action (MODX M8) enhance playability.
• 3,427 preset performances available for immediate use and inspiration.

Specifications

Keyboard

• Number of Keys: 76
• Type: Semi-weighted FSB Keyboard
• Initial Touch: Yes
• Aftertouch: No

Tone Generator

• Engine: Motion Control Synthesis Engine
• AWM2: 128 Elements max
• FM-X: 8 Operators, 88 Algorithms
• AN-X: 3 Oscillators, 1 Noise

Polyphony & Timbrality

• Maximum Polyphony: AWM2 128 max (stereo/mono waveforms), FM-X 128 max, AN-X 12 max
• Multi Timbral Capacity: 16 Parts internal, Audio Input Parts A/D 1 stereo Part, USB 1 stereo Part

Wave & Memory

• Preset Wave Memory: 10.7 GB (16-bit linear format)
• User Wave Memory: 1.9 GB

Performance & Filters

• Performances: 3,427
• Filter Types: 18

Effects

• Reverb: 13 types
• Variation: 88 types
• Insertion A: 88 types
• Insertion B: 89 types
• Master Effect: 26 types
• EQ: Master EQ 5 bands, 1st Part EQ 3 bands, 2nd Part EQ 2 bands

Sequencer & Song Capacity

• Note Capacity: 1 Song/Pattern approx. 130,000 notes, Store area approx. 520,000 notes Pattern, approx. 520,000 notes Song
• Note Resolution: 480 ppq
• Tempo (BPM): 5–300
• Sequence Formats: MONTAGE M/MODX M original format, SMF formats 0,1
• Arpeggio: Parts 8 simultaneous max, Preset 10,922 types or more, User 256 types
• Patterns: 128
• Pattern Tracks: 16 sequence tracks
• Pattern Recording Type: Real time replace, Real time overdub
• Songs: 128
• Song Tracks: 16 sequence tracks, Tempo track, Scene track
• Song Recording Type: Real time replace, Real time overdub, Real time punch in/out

USB Audio Interface

• Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz: Input 4 channels (2 stereo), Output 10 channels (5 stereo)
• Sampling Frequency 44.1/48/96 kHz: Input 2 channels (1 stereo), Output 2 channels (1 stereo)

Controllers

• 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 switch 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, A/D Input L/Mono, R (6.3 mm standard phone jacks)

Power

• Power Consumption: 19 W (PA-300C AC adaptor)

Live Sets

• Preset: 256
• User: 2,048