Yamaha Sessions | Drift-Lab

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"Enjoy this Yamaha Sessions performance from Drift-Lab. Drift-Lab is a group of musicians who are all masters of their craft in their own right and when placed together in this group are able to produce some of the most captivating and inspiring displays of musicianship out there today.

Drift-Lab consists of Manuele Montesanti (Synthesizers, Keys & programming), Matteo Mancuso (guitar), Federico Malaman (bass guitar), and Daniele Chiantese (drums).

Song List
1. M-I-M-M-A 00:00
2. King of Nothing 04:21
3. My OS 09:32

Drift-Lab came into existence as the brainchild of sound designer, composer and Yamaha Artist Manuele Montesanti. His love for creating progressive compositions that fluidly cross boundaries, paired with his outstanding musicianship, led to him making the basis for what would become the Drift-Lab as featured in this session.

Now joined by like-minded creative and virtuoso musicians to complete this band, Drift-Lab has been creating together and is ready to bring their music that blends jazz, rock and fusion to the world. More information: https://driftlabmusic.com/"

Yamaha Global Stage | Michael Lecoq "Expressive Split" Performance

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"Enjoy this performance titled 'Expressive Split' from Yamaha Artist Michael Lecoq and the new MODX8+ Synthesizer.

Yamaha artist Michael Lecoq is a pianist and keyboardist based in France who, from a young age, has shown excellence that has allowed him to develop into the renowned artist he has become today. His versatility and virtuosity have earned him several collaborations that have allowed Michael to showcase his talents as a player and as a composer, arranger and producer."

Yamaha Global Stage | Víctor Elías | "Lo-Fi Film" Performance

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"Enjoy this majestic performance from Víctor Elías playing the MODX8+ Synthesizer.

Yamaha Artist Victor Elías is a pianist and keyboardist based in Spain. He is also an in-demand musical director and has worked with many of Spain's most prominent pop artists, including Pablo López, Taburete, Álvaro de Luna, Dani Fernández and many more.

MODX8+ is a compact, lightweight, 88-key weighted action synthesizer with the piano, instrument and synth sounds pianists need to stand out on the stage, studio or stream. Learn more: http://yamaha.com/2/modxplus"

Yamaha Introduces SEQTRAK Music Creation Station

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"Unleash your creativity anywhere with SEQTRAK, the ultimate music creation station. Lightning-fast workflow lets you capture ideas quickly and create original music using its two versatile sound engines. When ready, connect with fans using its powerful performance features and streamlined connectivity. SEQTRAK has everything you need. And more.

• Extensive sounds: SEQTRAK extensive library contains over 2,000 presets. You’ll find a vast collection of professionally crafted sounds – from rich pianos to shimmering synths and thundering drums. More will be available with updates to the SEQTRAK app.
• Quantize: Live input quantize automatically fixes timing while recording.
• Automatic Chords: Every chord you play will be in your selected key.
• Robust App: The SEQTRAK app enables you to create music and learn by doing instead of reading a manual. It supports iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows."

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Yamaha | SEQTRAK | Moments | Tobias Leo

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Yamaha | SEQTRAK | Artist Profile | Tobias Leo


"Tobias Leo is a double platinum-selling producer, who brings his love of programming to the productions he works on with other musicians. Tobias has played keyboards and synthesizers from a young age: he brings his ideas to life when creating sounds from scratch that provide new depths and encompass the emotion of the music he is programming for.

Unleash your creativity anywhere with SEQTRAK, the ultimate music creation station. Lightning-fast workflow lets you capture ideas quickly and create original music using its two versatile sound engines. When ready, connect with fans using its powerful performance features and streamlined connectivity. SEQTRAK has everything you need. And more."

Yamaha Synth Space History | DX1 | Dom Sigalas

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"In this video, Dom Sigalas explores the super rare Yamaha DX1 Synthesizer.

This FM synthesizer was introduced to the market in 1983 with no expenses spared when creating this machine with 73-key with polyphonic aftertouch. The DX1 was packed with features, including a distinct palette of new synthetic and 'authentic' sounds, six operators with thirty-two algorithms, all placed within its beautiful handmade Brazilian rosewood case. There were only 140 DX1 Synthesizers ever produced."

Yamaha Tech Talk: Introducing the new CK Series

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"In this episode of Tech Talk, join us as we take a look at the new CK Series Stage Keyboards.

CK turns everywhere you go into a stage or studio with intuitive controls, built-in speakers, and all the sounds you need to create your own sound. CK combines the sounds of the Yamaha CP Stage Piano with the organ and synth-focused YC Stage Keyboard for a totally new sonic palette. Pianos, electric pianos, strings, brass, organ and modern synth. Easy-to-use controls that let you focus on the music, not the menu. Dedicated organ controls and Synth and Effect controls. It’s all battery-powered and has built-in speakers to take your music where it’s never been before. Everywhere."

See the announcement post with addtional videos and details here.

Yamaha | MODX6+ Artist Profile | Alessandro Scaglione

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"Yamaha Artist Alessandro Scaglione is a keyboardist, conductor and arranger based in Italy. He is the lead keyboard player of the progressive rock band PFM(Premiata Forneria Marconi), with whom he has played shows in several countries worldwide and recorded many albums, some of which he was the arranger of the orchestral parts. Additionally, Alessandro has performed as conductor and arranger in various events, including Sanremo Junior Festival, Italia’s Got Talent and numerous concerts with the Sanremo Symphony Orchestra. Alongside his activity as a concert artist, he is the creator of multiple projects as an A/V Artist, where he composes electronic music and digital art for contemporary dance shows and interactive installations."

Tech Talk: MONTAGE M Introduction

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"Join us for this special episode of Tech Talk as we introduce you to the brand new MONTAGE M Flagship Synthesizer.

MONTAGE M features three engines that create a variety of sounds – ultra-realistic instruments, vintage analog synths, and cutting-edge FM synths. For keyboardists, synthesists, and pianists, MONTAGE M seamlessly bridges stage and studio, unlocking new possibilities for sound, control and workflow."

New Yamaha Synths - MX49 and MX61

MUSIC SYNTHESIZER MX49/MX61 Official CM

Published on Oct 17, 2012 by yamahacorporation

"Motif Sounds for Inspiration,
Xtensive Controller Integration.
It doesn't get better than this."

YAMAHA MUSIC SYNTHESIZER MX49/MX61 Intro Movie

Published on Oct 17, 2012 by yamahacorporation

"Bridging the Gap Between Hardware and Software

The MX series synthesizers feature carefully selected sounds taken from the Yamaha MOTIF XS. That powerful sonic palette is packed into sleek packages (available in 49- and 61-note versions) that fit today's on-the-go life style. But the MX Series aren't just synthesizers; they are designed to bridge the gap between hardware and software. By adding extensive audio and MIDI USB connectivity, advanced DAW and VST controller features and a suite of powerful music production software, the MX integrate hardware reliability with controller flexibility to give you the best of both worlds at a ground breaking level of affordability.

Features
- Over 1000 sounds from the MOTIF series
- Equipped with VCM effects
- Easy Split /Layer Performance Mode for Instant Inspiration
- 16-Part Multi timbral and 128-note polyphony
- Extensive Hands-On controls for VSTs and DAWs
- Bi-directional USB Audio/MID interfacing
- A complete suite of music production software included
- A lightweight design with a quality Yamaha keyboard
- Complete analog and digital connectivity

Available December 2012"

http://uk.yamaha.com/en/products/music-production/synthesizers/mx/

Winter NAMM 2020 | MONTAGE OS V3.0 | Tech Talk | Dom Sigalas

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Yamaha Synths Official

"Dom uses the new MONTAGE OS v3.0 synth effects to process external gear.
Check out the possibilities of using the VCM Mini Filter and Wave Folder with your favourite analogue synths, drum machines and more!"

Yamaha Synth Space History | CS40M | Dom Sigalas

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"In this episode Dom Sigalas takes a look at the CS40M, a duophonic analogue synthesizer designed as a smaller sibling of the CS80. Sound-wise this instrument is more related to the monophonic CS20M, but also shares some of the technology found in the CS80. It was used by bands such as Ultravox, Duran Duran & Front 242."

Yamaha Soundmondo Social Sound-Sharing Site for Reface Synths

Yamaha has launched Soundmondo, a resource site for Reface synth owners to share their patches. The following is the official press release:

"Soundmondo Social Sound-Sharing Website Lets reface Users Inspire and be Inspired Any Place, Any Time

BUENA PARK, Calif. (January 8, 2016) — Yamaha has officially launched Soundmondo (www.soundmondo.com), a groundbreaking social sound-sharing website for sharing reface Mobile Mini Keyboard sounds.

Soundmondo is one of the first sites to implement WebMIDI, a new W3C (API) pioneered by Google in Chrome (versions 43 and later) earlier this year. WebMIDI connects MIDI devices to the Internet allowing musical instruments to play online synthesizers, as well as save or share sounds with Soundmondo. Because WebMIDI is part of Chrome, Soundmondo works on Mac, PC and Android devices.

The Yamaha reface Mobile Mini Keyboards are the first instruments to work with Soundmondo. Featuring four models, each with a unique tone generator and control panel, reface empowers users with an easy way to store, recall, organize and share their sounds.

'Soundmondo is social sound-sharing for synthesizers,' said Nate Tschetter, marketing manager, Music Production, Yamaha Corporation of America. 'Back in the day, synthesizers had patch sheets where sound re-creation was a manual process of duplicating settings from a printed diagram. Soundmondo instantly sends the sound to your instrument and visually shows you how to re-create it. It’s like having your own personal synth programmer on call 24/7.'

Saving sounds on Soundmondo is easy. Once the user connects their instrument and sets up an account, they simply hit CREATE and give their sound a name, a description and tags. They can also add a YouTube video and SoundCloud audio to really show off their sound.

According to Tschetter, the real fun comes in checking out sounds created by other Soundmondo users. BROWSE shows all available sounds (currently over 1,200), and the user can refine their search using tags. Once the user finds a sound they might like, they simply click on it and hit SYNC. This will send the sound to their connected reface AND show them how to move the controls to recreate the sound.

For reface DX users, there’s an added bonus: a full editor showing all parameters with full navigation and editing using a computer keyboard.

Yamaha reface Mobile Mini Keyboards, introduced this past summer, feature built-in speakers and battery power along with interactive controls, incredible keyboard feel and great sound for a truly pro instrument that lets musicians create their sound any place, any time.

For more information, please visit http://4wrd.it/soundmondo"

Syntronik™ - the legendary synth powerhouse for Mac/PC is now shipping

Announced back in May, Syntronik™ is now available.

The official press release follows:

"Syntronik™ - the legendary synth powerhouse for Mac/PC is now shipping

Cutting-edge virtual instrument delivers iconic synthesizers and string machines with unique synthesis engine and stunning sound quality, available as a collection or separate instruments

July 20, 2017 - IK Multimedia is proud to announce that Syntronik™, the legendary synth powerhouse for Mac® and PC, is now shipping worldwide.

Syntronik offers the definitive and best-sounding collection of vintage synthesizers in a virtual instrument to date. It provides unsurpassed quality and flexibility thanks to an entirely new combination of the most advanced sampling techniques with a unique hybrid sample and modeling synthesis engine, a large assortment of high-quality modeled effects and innovative instrument features.

Syntronik - a dream collection of synths
Syntronik includes a collection of 17 amazing instruments with over 2,000 soundscovering a wide selection from 38 of the most iconic to ultra-rare vintage synthesizers of all time:

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Superbooth 19 | MODX + reface DX | Rebeca Nayla | Live Performance

Published on May 16, 2019 Yamaha Synths Official

"Pianist, keyboardist, ethnomusicologist and composer Rebeca Nayla performs live at Superbooth 19!

Coming from a classical background she became interested in electronic music through the sonority of 90's video games and since then, she has surrounded herself with plugins, computers and synthesizers.

In this performance Rebeca is using MODX & reface DX to create her sound."

Winter NAMM 2020 | YC61 Stage Keyboard | Jonas Gröning | Live Performance

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"Keyboardist Jonas Gröning demonstrates the sounds of the new YC61 Stage Keyboard, live from Winter NAMM 2020 in Anaheim, California.
#YamahSynths #NAMMShow #YamahaMusic #MakeWaves"

Winter NAMM 2020 | MONTAGE LIve Performance | Dom Sigalas

Started streaming 71 seconds ago Yamaha Synths Official

"Check out the sounds of the MONTAGE in the hands of composer, producer and musicologist, Dom Sigalas, live from Winter NAMM 2020 in Anaheim, California.
#YamahSynths #NAMMShow #YamahaMusic #MakeWaves"

MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demos

Published on Sep 23, 2019 Yamaha Synths Official

Playlist:
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Electronik Sympho
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Film Choir
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Folder Bass
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Satunalia
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Scoring Melancholy
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Rubber Bullitz
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Stranger Dreams
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Wave Mod
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Ambient Synth
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Death to DACs! AT
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Elektro Shape
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: 8bit Dude
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Moon Shape
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: Piercing Light
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: The Polysynth MW
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demo: ICE Theme

Tech Talk: Explore AN-X

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UI overview starts after 2:50, and audio after 5:56.

"The AN-X engine brings analog sound to MONTAGE M. An AN-X Part has three oscillators, a noise generator, five waveform choices, pulse width modulation, oscillator self-sync and much more. Adding MONTAGE M’s Motion Control system offers classic sounds with modern modulation and control. We explore the AN-X engine in this MONTAGE M Tech Talk."

CK Tips

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Playlist:
CK Tips | How To Create A 3-Zone Split Combination
CK Tips | Different Ways To Select Voices Within A Part
CK Tips | How To Create A 3-Section Layer