Yamaha Unveils MODX M Synthesizer
Yamaha has introduced MODX M series, a new line of mid-range synthesizers that’s designed to bring the Montage M‘s professional-grade features, including the AN-X virtual analogue modelling engine to a wider audience.
The AN-X sound engine is 12-voice polyphonic and powered by three oscillators, capable of producing five waveforms (Saw1, Saw2, Square, Triangle and Sine). Two filters are on board with a choice of 10 filter types, and AN-X offers waveshaping, wavefolding, ring mod, PWM and FM, alongside voltage drift and aging settings that introduce a vintage-style sound.
Featuring three sound engines — including AN-X for vintage analog warmth, FM-X for modern digital synthesis, and AWM2 for ultra-realistic instrument sounds — MODX M offers a wide range of tones suitable for every musical style. AWM2 has been expanded with 5GB of additional wave memory, along with 1.9GB of user memory for custom waveforms and samples, giving you all of the AWM2 sounds found on the Montage M.
Each MODX M model features intuitive performance controls, including eight physical faders, the Montage Super Knob for multi-parameter modulation, and high-resolution control across all interfaces. The Super Knob has been upgraded with an additional knob position button, can be used as a macro controller to control dozens of modulations with a single gesture.
The synth’s interface has been updated with more physical controls and improved usability, bringing four additional faders, six knobs under the screen and dedicated buttons for Part and Scene selection. MODX M has also been equipped with a 4-in/10-out USB audio interface that supports MIDI 2.0.
Yamaha MODX M sound demos:
MODX M also comes with the free Expanded Softsynth Plugin (E.S.P.) for all registered owners (available early 2026) — a virtual version of MODX M that integrates seamlessly with any Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), enabling musicians to create and edit performances anywhere.
Yamaha is offering three MODX M models:
- MODX M6 (available soon, MSRP $2,199.00): a 61-key semi-weighted keyboard for synthesists;
- MODX M7 (available soon, MSRP $2,499.00): 76-key semi-weighted keyboard for keyboardists; and
- MODX M8 (available now, price $2,499.99 via Amazon site): 88-key graded hammer action keyboard for pianists
Find out more on Yamaha website and Amazon site.
