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: Introducing MODX+

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"The new MODX+ is here! Join the Yamaha Synths Tech Talk team as they take a closer look at this compact, lightweight series of synthesizers, designed to help you take control of your sound and stand out on every stage, studio or stream.

MODX+ is powered by the same innovative technologies found in our flagship MONTAGE synthesizer including the AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis engine and a pure FM-X (Frequency Modulation) synth engine for amazing sound playback and complex sound design.

MODX+ Motion Control brings the sophisticated automation of music production to live performances by giving you simultaneous control of up to 128 parameters. So you can shape live sound like a conductor commands an orchestra."

Yamaha Introduces the MODX+

video upload by Yamaha Synths Official

It looks like the rumors were wrong on this one - no AN-X engine. Instead we get the AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis engine, and a pure FM-X (Frequency Modulation) engine.

"Check out the compact, lightweight MODX+ synthesizers, designed to help you take control of your sound and stand out on every stage, studio or stream.

MODX+ is powered by the same innovative technologies found in our flagship MONTAGE synthesizer including the AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis engine and a pure FM-X (Frequency Modulation) synth engine for amazing sound playback and complex sound design.

MODX+ Motion Control brings the sophisticated automation of music production to live performances by giving you simultaneous control of up to 128 parameters. So you can shape live sound like a conductor commands an orchestra."

SOUND

The most important element of any instrument is the sound. MODX+ makes all elements of your music sound amazing. MODX+ uses the same technology that powers the flagship MONTAGE: 128 notes of AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis polyphony for stunning emulative acoustic instruments, synth sounds and drums. MODX+ also features 128 notes of FM-X (Frequency Modulation) polyphony - a unique, expressive, highly-programmable synthesis technology for dynamic, electro-modern music creation.

The AWM2 engine is exclusive to Yamaha synthesizers and offers much more than just sample playback. Each of the 16 AWM2 Parts feature eight programmable synthesizers with 18 different filter types, amplitude, pitch and filter envelope generators, nine LFOs, 3-band EQ and a dedicated dual insert effect with Virtual Circuitry Modeling.

The FM-X engine: Everything you love about the iconic DX7 meets the latest Yamaha innovations. FM-X produces classic ‘80s or cutting-edge EDM synthesizer sound with incredible dynamic range, power and fidelity. MODX+ goes well beyond the capabilities of the original DX7 with an 8-operator FM architecture, 128-note polyphony, many filter types and more. All with Motion Control for ever-evolving and changing textures to create sounds no one has ever heard before.

256-NOTE TOTAL POLYPHONY
MODX+ features 128-note stereo AWM2 polyphony and 128-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.

Smart Morph enables morphing between FM-X sounds. Its sophisticated A.I. algorithm creates an interactive morphing map from up to eight FM-X sounds. You can “play” this map from the touchscreen or use the Super Knob to move between two points. The result is a staggering number of interesting and interactive new sounds.

You can find additional info at: www.yamaha.com/2/modxplus

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Yamaha Synth Space History | DX1 | Dom Sigalas

video upload by Yamaha Synths Official

"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."

Mike Mareen - Love Spy (1986) Instrumental Cover

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"I have been wanting to recreate this beautiful Euro-Disco music for a long time and I finally managed to make it come true!! I loved 'Love Spy' of 1986 ever since I heard it for the first time (along with other great Mike Mareen songs from the 80s like 'Agent Of Liberty' and 'Dancing in the Dark', but also the 70s). Check out his official channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGpnwyllnz10CAwVbWBku9g

As is often the case, for many songs/soundtracks there is no information available on what the composers used to create these music. It is not the first time that I have relied on intuition, experience and in particular my ear to try to understand with what and how to recreate all the sounds of this track. I worked hard on each sound to try and make my version as authentic as possible. In the end I was very happy with the final result and I hope you enjoy watching this video :)

You can hear the sound of the CS1x (preset 105_Jupiter) at minute 0:15 and at minute 0:48.

Unfortunately there is no official video of the 1986 song (there is only the one created for the version "Love Spy - Reloaded 2004"), but a user here on YouTube uploaded the video with the original track of "Love Spy" and the result is great!! A little curiosity: in the video you can see 2 fantastic synths... a Roland JP-8000 and a Yamaha CS6x."

TFoM2022 | official digest video

video upload by Tokyo Festival of Modular

Tokyo Festival of Modular 2022
“New Breath”

2022.04.17. 12:00-22:00
場所 : Contact Tokyo

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Yamaha QY100 as the main sequencer in your hardware synthesizer setup

video upload by Floyd Steinberg

"In this video, I'm using the @Yamaha Synths Official #QY100 as the main #sequencer in a hardware #synthesizer setup, switching patterns, tweaking sounds and changing chords on the fly. Table of contents:

00:00 intro
00:25 setup overview, MIDI cable connections
01:19 setting up a MIDI controller for sound tweaking on the QY100
01:42 setting up pattern mode for external MIDI playback
02:20 user phrases and chord tracks (live reharmonizing musical phrases to other chords / keys / harmonies)
03:58 chord change demonstration
04:22 muting the internal synth track to use an external synth instead
04:37 chord change and filter sweep demo
05:46 patterns effects (live quantizing)
06:18 demo track, improvised
09:46 bye-bye

Resources for this video:
DIY MIDI USB hub: [posted here]
QY100 midi implementation: https://jp.yamaha.com/files/download/...

Floyd Steinberg Yamaha QY100 posts

MarsJam Korg Kronos Roland JU-06A Yamaha TX7 DX7 Juno-60 Synthesizer Rik Marston

video by Rik Marston Official

"'MarsJam' Korg Kronos Roland JU-06A Yamaha TX7
Synthesizer Demo by Rik Marston
**No Talking!** ***Watch in HD!!*** **Turn it UP!!!***

Roland JU-06A (Juno-60) + Yamaha TX7 (DX7) "MarsJam".
I am using the Korg Kronos as a sequencer & drum machine in this video.
Analog Drum Kit is coming from the Korg Kronos
Both JU-06A + TX7 are on MIDI channel 1. Simple synth layer & sequence!
Both synths give that vintage flavor without breaking the bank!
The TX7 is fantastic for having a DX7 to work with & the JU-06A
is great for having the JUNO-60 + JUNO-106 in one for the money!
I have a new meteorite I found near Rockport, Colorado on the TX7.
Hard to see thru all the space FX but you will get to see it again soon! :)"

Rik's Links:
Ahnyxian Sound Design: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AhnyxianSou...
Music: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/artist/rik-marston/

Roland JU-06A Yamaha TX7 Dark Ambient Layers DX7 Juno-60 Synthesizer Rik Marston

video by Rik Marston Official

Roland JU-06A Yamaha TX7 Dark Ambient Layers"
Synthesizer Demo by Rik Marston
**No Talking!** ***Watch in HD!!*** **Turn it UP!!!***

Roland JU-06A + Yamaha TX7 (DX7) Dark Ambient Layers.
I am using the Korg Kronos as a MIDI controller for this video.
Both JU-06A + TX7 are on MIDI channel 1. Simple synth layer!
Both synths give that vintage flavor without breaking the bank!
The TX7 is fantastic for having a DX7 to work with & the JU-06A
is great for having the JUNO-60 + JUNO-106 in one for the money!
Another demo of this pair together coming soon!
Rik's Links:
Ahnyxian Sound Design: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AhnyxianSou...
Music: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/artist/rik-marston/

Yamaha Sessions | Blush Response x Merlin Ettore

Published on Jan 10, 2019 Yamaha Synths Official

"Merlin Ettore and Blush Response’s collaboration sprung out of a desire to find new methods of expression in live electronics. This Yamaha session is a 100% improvised performance that bridges the gap between heavy club music, sound design, experimental noise, and mind bending poly-metric drumming.

Blush is running custom granular FM patches on the Yamaha MODX7. Other sounds are provided by a 4 voice eurorack modular. Merlin is using the Yamaha EAD10 Drum Module as a source to parallel process the direct sound of his Recording Custom."

www.instagram.com/merlin_ettore

www.instagram.com/blush_response

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!"

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"

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

Started streaming 5 minutes ago Yamaha Synths Official

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

New Yamaha YC61 Stage Keyboard

Published on Jan 9, 2020 Yamaha Synths Official

Playlist:
Yamaha YC61 | Overview
Yamaha YC61 Sound Demo
Stefan Jernståhl | Artist Profile | YC61 Stage Keyboard
Jonas Gröning | Artist Profile | YC61 Stage Keyboard

"Yamaha YC61 Stage Keyboard Brings Classic Organ and Vintage Keys Back to the Stage

BUENA PARK, Calif. (January 9, 2020) — Yamaha today introduced the YC61 Stage Keyboard, a new organ-focused instrument combining the sought-after organ sounds of popular music with the sonic versatility and real-time control today’s keyboardists demand, all backed by legendary Yamaha quality.

Reproducing authentic organ sound, control and expressiveness in a compact package has been elusive for keyboard players. Using proprietary Yamaha technology, the YC61 provides an authentic and expressive playing experience.
The YC61 employs a newly developed Virtual Circuitry Modeling (VCM) Organ engine. VCM models the behavior of vintage electronics at the component level. This allows realistic organ character sound along with familiar and modern controls organ players will appreciate. Authenticity is further enhanced by a new VCM Rotary Speaker effect, capturing the two-speed, physically spinning speaker that’s as much a part of the organ sound as a guitar amp is to an electric guitar.

As on the original instruments, the musician has full command of the sound via drawbars, percussion, rotary speaker speed and more for an expressive and unique sound. Organ aficionados will appreciate the ability to personalize “under the hood” organ and rotary speaker settings like drawbar leakage, key click, rotor speed up and more. An all-new 61-note waterfall keyboard is true to the organ legacy and makes for smooth rock and jazz playing techniques such as “palm smears.”

The YC61 goes beyond organ sounds. Two comprehensive “Keys” sections offer authentic acoustic pianos, soulful electric pianos, realistic strings and brass, analog-style synths, and more. Dedicated effects like delay, chorus, distortion and more give keyboardists the ability to quickly create new, inspiring sounds on the fly. This means the YC61 could take the place of two or more other instruments, simplifying keyboardists’ setups and reducing load-in time.

Thanks to its aluminum construction, the YC61 is as rugged and roadworthy as it is lightweight (under 7kg/16 pounds!) and compact.

“The organ is the original keyboard, and in some ways, the original synthesizer,” said Nate Tschetter, manager, Synthesizer Marketing, Yamaha. “It always adds a soulful sound to the music, regardless of genre. We hope YC61 provides that essence of soulfulness to keyboard players through its sound and controls.”

Pricing and Availability

The Yamaha YC61 Stage Keyboard (MSRP: $2,499) will ship to retailers in June 2020. For more information, visit Yamaha.io/yc61"

Press Release for Yamaha's Major OS Updates for MONTAGE, MODX and CP Stage Piano

Published on Sep 23, 2019 Yamaha Synths Official

Update: Playlist above added.

Montage OS v3.0 | New Features
Montage OS v3.0 | Pattern Sequencer
Montage OS v3.0 | Global Tuning
Yamaha CP88 OS v1.20 | Sound Demo

Related posts:

Yamaha #Synths1974 Live from Japan | Innovation Road Tour
Yamaha #Synths1974 Live from Japan
MONTAGE OS V3.0 Sound Demos
White Montage + OS V3 Updates from Yamaha Japan
BoBeats: Yamaha MODX 2.0 Update — How to get started with the new sequencer
Yamaha Synth Story & the Montage White & MODX OS v2.0
You can also see the Yamaha Label at the bottom of any related post for more.

High level overview of what's new:

"Yamaha has launched major operating system updates today to three Synthesizer product lines as part of the celebration of the 45th Anniversary of Yamaha Synthesizers: MONTAGE OS v3.0, MODX OS v2.0 and CP OS v1.2, building on feedback from users. Yamaha has added significant features to all three synths:

MONTAGE OS v3.0 and MODX OS v2.0:
Pattern sequencer
Improved synth engine
Wave Folder effect
Hybrid MIDI mode
New Performance content

CP OS v1.2
30 new Voices in the CP Sub section
More assignments and range parameters for the foot controller and mod lever
Quick navigation features like LIVE SET Reset and Quick Enter
MONTAGE OS v3.0 and CP OS v1.2 are available for free download now; MODX OS v2.0 will be available October 25.

And the official press release:

Yamaha Synthesizers Launches Major OS Updates for MONTAGE, MODX and CP Stage Piano

BUENA PARK, Calif. (September 23, 2019) – Yamaha launched major operating system (OS) updates today to three Synthesizer product lines, integrating features, enhancements and content based on feedback from the community of synth artists.

As part of the larger celebration of the 45th anniversary of Yamaha Synthesizers, the company unveiled the enhanced operating systems MONTAGE OS v3.0, MODX OS v2.0 and CP OS v1.2. These new OS versions are designed to help music makers get the most out of their instrument and take inspiration from input submitted to Yamaha by users.

The flagship Yamaha synth MONTAGE gets its sixth free OS update in v3.0, a first for any Yamaha synthesizer, and its more compact counterpart MODX takes on a similar array of added features in its v2.0 OS. The biggest new feature is a pattern sequencer, ideal for creating and playback both linear songs or pattern-based arrangements with real time arrangement control. There’s also an improved synth engine, with Virtual Circuitry Modeling Mini Filter and Mini Boost effects for vintage synth-style sounds. Yamaha has also added a Wave Folder effect for adding complexity creating more experimental sounds as well as a high-speed LFO for even more creative possibilities. Improved MIDI capability with a hybrid MIDI mode makes integrating MONTAGE or MODX with MIDI gear even easier. In addition to these major new features and capabilities, MONTAGE OS v3.0 and MODX OS v2.0 both come with a collection of new Performance content created by Yamaha artists and sound designers.

OS v1.2 for the Yamaha CP stage pianos represents the second major OS upgrade for this product line. Responding to user input, Yamaha has added 30 new Voices to the CP Sub Section. The foot controller and mod lever now have more assignments and range parameters so musicians can have them work within a chosen range. Quick navigation features like LIVE SET Reset and Quick Enter have been added to streamline the CP’s interface even further.
“We constantly receive great feedback from our users,” said Nate Tschetter, product marketing manager, Yamaha Synthesizers. “It’s great to be able to realize that input with three new OS updates. We hope these new enhancements inspire more music-making with MONTAGE, MODX and CP and look forward to helping people get the most out of their instruments.”

Pricing and Availability
Yamaha MONTAGE OS v3.0 and CP OS v1.2 are currently available via free download to all MONTAGE and CP stage piano users. MODX OS v2.0 will be available via free download to all MODX users on October 25. For details see http://4wrd.it/45THOSUPDATES

For more information about Yamaha Synthesizers, visit www.YamahaSynth.com

Yamaha #Synths1974 Live from Japan | Innovation Road Tour

Published on Sep 22, 2019 Yamaha Synths Official

"Innovation Road is a museum at Yamaha Headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan. Experience Yamaha advancements with hundreds of instruments you can see, hear and play. Join Yamaha Synth Specialists Blake Angelos and Dom Sigalas for a tour of this special collection."

Yamaha #Synths1974 Live from Japan

Published on Sep 23, 2019 Yamaha Synths Official

Playlist:

#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Avery*Sunshine MONTAGE8 White Performance
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Avery*Sunshine MONTAGE8 White Performance
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Avery*Sunshine Artist Interview
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | MONTAGE8 White OS v3.0 Pattern Sequencer | Yamaha Ginza Store
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Michael Patrick Artist Interview
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Michael Patrick MONTAGE7 White Performance
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Tori Letzer MONTAGE6 White Performance
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Tori Letzler Artist Interview
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | CP88 Stage Piano Performance | Manuele Montesanti
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | CP Stage Piano OS v1.2 | Demo
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | MONTAGE6 White | OS v3.0 New Features
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | MONTAGE8 White | OS v3.0 Pattern Sequencer
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Innovation Road - reface Battle
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Yamaha Synth Designers Interview | Innovation Road
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Innovation Road Tour pt.3
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Innovation Road Tour pt.2
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Innovation Road Tour pt.1
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | FM-X Engine Demo with Hans-Peter Henkel
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | CP88 Stage Piano Demo with Manuele Montesanti | Yamaha Ginza Store
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Avery*Sunshine MONTAGE8 White Performance | Yamaha Ginza Store
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Michael Patrick MONTAGE7 White Performance | Yamaha Ginza Store
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | MODX OS v2.0 Demo with Dom Sigalas | Yamaha Ginza Store
#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Tori Letzler MONTAGE6 White Performance | Yamaha Ginza Store
Yamaha Synth Story

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

Yamaha Synth Story & the Montage White & MODX OS v2.0

Published on Sep 22, 2019 Yamaha Synths Official

Update: new videos below.

"Go on a crazy ride through the decades of Yamaha Synths that helped change the music world. The otherworldly movie soundtracks of the 70s, the percussive, bell-like tones of the 80s and the intricate beats that lead to the rise of rap and hip hop were inspired by continuous innovations in synth technology from Yamaha. It’s all to celebrate the launch of our latest synth, MONTAGE WHITE."

"Since 1974, Yamaha Synths have changed the face of music. Today MONTAGE is leaving its mark on the world. With sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow all combined in a powerful keyboard designed to inspire your creativity. It’s the culmination of almost a half century of groundbreaking ideas in one synth.

Welcome to the new era in synthesizers from the company that brought you the industry-changing DX and the hugely popular Motif.

Building on the legacy of these two iconic keyboards, MONTAGE sets the next milestone for synthesizers, with sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow all combined in a powerful keyboard designed to inspire your creativity. Unlike other synthesizers, MONTAGE is platform-focused and constantly evolves with firmware updates. Past updates have added significant improvements to Sound, Control and Workflow.

If you liked the DX and Motif, get ready to love Montage."

#Synths1974 Live from Japan | Tori Letzler MONTAGE6 White Performance | Yamaha Ginza Store

Published on Sep 22, 2019

"Synthesist & composer Tori Letzler performs at Yamaha Ginza store, Japan using the vocoder and effects to process her vocals on MONTAGE6 White."

#Synths1974 Live from Japan | MODX OS v2.0 Demo with Dom Sigalas | Yamaha Ginza Store

Published on Sep 22, 2019

"The firmware update MODX v2.0 includes an all new Pattern Sequencer, Mini Filter, Mini Booster, Wave Folder & Extended Low Frequency Oscillator. Synth Specialist Dom Sigalas demonstrates some of the new features from our Yamaha Ginza Store."

http://www.yamahasynth.com/story

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."