New Yamaha MODX7 8-OP FM Synthesizer In the Works?

Spotted on Sequencer.de:

"The new MODX7 is still not official but it will be more or less a 1.4k-Pound Version of the 8-OP Synth with ROM Sample Section and the morphing function 'the super knob'.

AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis engine
76-note semi-weighted keybed for fluid playability
Unparalleled sonic versatility for creating sounds from iconic 80s sounds to modern-day EDM cutting-edge leads
Integrated performance controls include faders and encoders for in-depth control over parameters
Ideal for both studio and stage use
FM-X Synth Engine
LCD-Touchscreen 7″-Colour-Wide-VGA-TFT
Waveform-ROM expanded from 741 MB to 5.67 GB
2,370 new Waveforms, 6,347 total in ROM
1 GB Flash-ROM built-in
Ca. 2,000 preset performances
640 user performances
5,120 library performances
Seamless Sound Switching “SSS“ for Performances with up to four Parts
13 dual insert effects (12 Parts + A/D Input)
Over 256 preset live set slots, 2,048 User & 2,048 library live set slots
10,239 arpeggios
Eight arpeggio Parts simultaneously
Eight Scenes per Performance
Master keyboard functions for each Performance
Multichannel USB Audio Interface, 2-in/10-out

We have seen a delivery date for September"

That would be this month. An interesting side note is the MOD-7 was KORG's FM engine in the KRONOS. The DX7 was 6-OP. The MODX7 will be 8OP.

KORG KRONOS 2 MOD-7 , VS YAMAHA DX7

Published on Jan 18, 2016 CLASSIC KEYBOARDS

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