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Yamaha Montage M6 (61-Key Synthesizer)

$3,49999 $3,99900

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The Yamaha MONTAGE M Series Synthesizers are at the apex of sound quality and user interaction. Elevate your music with revolutionary AN-X technology for authentic analog tones, and advanced FM-X synthesis for rich, dynamic sound. Integrated Motion Control reacts to your touch, enriching each performance.

Expand your creative possibilities with a massive 400-note polyphony and extensive memory for presets and user configurations. The MONTAGE M series excels both on stage and in the studio, offering seamless compatibility with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and simple computer connectivity.

Find your perfect match: the weighted 88-key MONTAGE M8x for pianists, the versatile MONTAGE M7 for keyboardists, or the agile MONTAGE M6 for synthesists. Yamaha transforms your musical exploration.

Key Features
  • Will it replace my audio interface? Yes—32 audio outputs and 6 inputs plus full MIDI connectivity through a single USB cable to your computer.
  • Can I get authentic analog synth sounds? The AN-X engine recreates classic analog warmth with extensive modulation and vintage character, minus the tuning problems.
  • Will complex layers cause notes to drop out? 400 notes of total polyphony across AWM2, FM-X, and AN-X engines means your sounds stay full even with sustain pedal down.
  • Can I control it without menu diving during performances? Dedicated Keyboard, Part, and Scene Control buttons give instant access to all 16 parts without touching menus.
  • Does it work well for both FM and sample-based sounds? Three separate engines—AWM2 for samples, FM-X for 8-operator FM synthesis, and AN-X for analog modeling—all in one instrument.
  • Can I use these sounds in my DAW without the hardware connected? The E.S.P. plugin (launching 2024) brings the full Montage M6 library into your DAW as a native plugin.
  • Is the interface fast enough for live performance? Dual-screen design with instant Category Search, Page Jump shortcuts, and zero-lag touchscreen response keeps you performing, not waiting.
  • Can I tweak sounds while holding chords? Keyboard Hold button sustains notes hands-free, and the ribbon controller has its own Hold function for extended expression.
  • How many custom sounds can I store? 16 Library slots hold up to 10,240 additional Performances beyond the factory library.
  • Does it include realistic organ sounds? VCM Rotary Speaker modeling and organ drawbar fader behavior deliver authentic tonewheel organ tones.

Detailed Specs
Size/Weight
Dimensions
  • Width: 40-13/16"
  • Height: 5-3/16"
  • Depth: 15-9/16"
Weight
  • Weight: 33 lbs., 12 oz.
Packing Box
  • Width: 48-1/8"
  • Height: 10-3/16"
  • Depth: 19"
Control Interface
Keyboard
  • Number of Keys: 61
  • Type: FSX Keyboard
  • Initial Touch: Yes
  • Aftertouch: Yes (Channel After Touch)
Functions
  • USB audio interface: [Sampling Frequency = 44.1 kHz] Input: 6 channels (3 stereo channels), Output: 32 channels (16 stereo channels) [Sampling Frequency = 44.1 kHz - 192 kHz] Input: 6 channels (3 stereo channels), Output: 8 channels (4 stereo channels)
Tone Generator
  • Tone Generator: Motion Control Synthesis Engine AMW2: 128 Elements (max.), FM-X: 8 Operators, 88 Algorithms, AN-X: 3 Oscillators, 1 Noise
  • Maximum Polyphony: AWM2: 256 (max.; stereo/mono waveforms), FM-X: 128 (max.), AN-X: 16 (max.)
  • Multi Timbral Capacity: 16 Parts (internal), Audio Input Parts (A/D*1, USB*1) *1 stereo Part
  • Wave: Preset: 10 GB (when converted to 16-bit linear format), User: 3.7 GB
  • Performance: 3,369
  • Filter: 18 types
  • Effects: Reverb x 12 types, Variation x 88 types, Insertion A x 88 types*2, Insertion B x 89 types*3, Master Effect x 26 type, *2 A/D part insertion x 83 types *3 Part 2~16: 88 type, A/D part insertion x 83 types (Preset settings for parameters of each effect type are provided as templates) Master EQ (5 bands), 1st part EQ (3 bands), 2nd part EQ (2 bands)
Live Sets
  • Preset: 128 and more
  • User: 2,048
Performance Recorder
  • 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 (parts per quarter note)
  • Tempo (BPM): 5 – 300
  • Songs: 128 songs
  • Patterns: 128 patterns
  • Pattern tracks: 16 Sequence tracks
  • Pattern Recording type: Real time replace, Real time overdub
  • Arpeggio: Parts: 8 Parts simultaneous (max.), Preset: 10,922 types or more, User: 256 types
  • Sequence formats: MONTAGE original format, SMF formats 0, 1
  • Song tracks: 16 Sequence tracks, Tempo track, Scene track
  • Song recording type: Real time replace, Real time overdub, Real time punch in/out
Other
  • Controllers: Master Volume, A/D Input Gain knob, Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, Ribbon Controller, Control Slider x 8, Knob x 8, Super knob, Display knob x 6, Portament knob, Data Dial, Assignable switch x 2, MSEQ trigger switch, Portamento switch, Keyboard hold switch, Ribbon Controller hold switch
  • Connectors: [USB TO DEVICE] x 2, [USB TO HOST], MIDI [IN]/[OUT]/[THRU], FOOT CONTROLLER [1]/[2], FOOT SWITCH [SUSTAIN]/[ASSIGNABLE], OUTPUT (BALANCED) [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, Balanced TRS jacks), ASSIGNABLE OUTPUT (BALANCED) [L]/[R] (6.3 mm, Balanced TRS jacks), [PHONES] (6.3 mm, standard stereo phone jack), A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks)
  • Display: 7" TFT Color Wide VGA LCD touch screen, 512 x 64 Full-dot LCD
  • Power Consumption: 36 W
  • Accessories: AC Power cord, Quick Guide, Cubase AI Download Information, Expanded Softsynth Plugin for MONTAGE M Download Information

Included Accessories
  • Owner's Manual: Learn about the features and care of your instrument in this comprehensive manual.
  • Software: Includes Cubase AI download information to start recording your music right away.
  • 2-Year Warranty for Total Assurance: Your Yamaha piano comes with a rock-solid guarantee against material and craftsmanship defects, valid for two full years after your purchase date.
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Yamaha Montage M6 - Your Studio and Stage in One Instrument

See Why Producers and Performers Choose the Montage M6

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Classic Synth Warmth That Actually Stays In Tune

Get That Vintage Analog Sound Without the Vintage Price Tag

Want the fat, warm sound of a vintage Minimoog or Jupiter-8? The AN-X engine recreates authentic analog synthesis—complete with the character and warmth—but without the tuning drift, maintenance headaches, or five-figure price tags. You get extensive modulation routing, multiple oscillator types, and even adjustable "aging" effects that add that perfect vintage wobble when you want it. It is all the analog vibe with none of the analog problems.

Three digital piano technology panels, each representing different polyphony levels: one with 256-note polyphony marked with 'AWM2', another with 128-note polyphony with 'FM-X', and the last with 16-note polyphony labeled 'MDX'.

400 Voices of Polyphony Mean Your Ideas Never Get Cut Off

Layer Complex Sounds Without Running Out of Notes

Ever had a pad cut out mid-performance when you hit a bass note? Not anymore. The Montage M6 gives you 400 total notes of polyphony across all three sound engines. That means you can layer thick AWM2 pads, stack rich FM-X bells, add warm AN-X bass, and still hold the sustain pedal without a single note dropping out. Your performances stay full and lush from first note to last, even with complex splits and layers running simultaneously.

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One USB Cable Handles Everything

Replace Your Audio Interface and MIDI Controller

Why clutter your desk with separate gear? The Montage M6 is a professional 32-output, 6-input audio interface and full MIDI controller built right in. One USB cable to your computer handles multi-track recording, MIDI control, and monitoring your DAW—no additional drivers or interfaces needed. Route each of the 16 parts to separate channels in your DAW for mixing, or record the master stereo mix. Your studio setup just got simpler and your workflow just got faster.

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Hands-On Controls That Make Sense in the Moment

Keep Playing While You Tweak Your Sound

Mid-performance, you need to hold a chord and adjust a filter. The dedicated Keyboard Hold button freezes your notes so both hands are free to work the controls. The five-segment ribbon controller gives you precise pitch bends, filter sweeps, or whatever you assign it—and it has its own Hold function. Portamento activation is right where you need it. These are not gimmicks; these are workflow solutions designed by people who actually perform live.

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Dedicated Buttons Make Live Sound Switching Instant

Control Up to 16 Sounds Simultaneously Without Menu Diving

Complex performances with splits, layers, and zones usually mean digging through menus. Not here. The Montage M6 manages 16 parts with dedicated Keyboard Control, Part Control, and Scene Control buttons that put everything at your fingertips. Switch between song sections, mute parts, adjust volumes, change keyboard zones—all without stopping the music or losing your place. Your focus stays on performing, not on navigating screens.

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Full Plugin Integration Coming in 2024

Use Your Montage M6 Sounds in Your DAW Without the Hardware

The Expanded Softsynth Plugin brings the entire Montage M6 sound library and editing interface into your DAW as a native plugin. Edit sounds, sequence parts, and automate parameters—all without the physical keyboard connected. The basic version launches early 2024 with the complete sound library and essential editing. The comprehensive version arrives summer 2024 with advanced editing capabilities. If you work in-the-box, this changes everything.

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Two Screens, Smart Navigation, Zero Lag

Find Sounds Fast with the Redesigned Interface

Sound selection on stage needs to be instant. The Montage M6 pairs a crystal-clear LCD control center with six touch-sensitive knobs for quick adjustments, plus a vivid 7-inch color touchscreen for deep editing. The Navigation button gives you an instant performance overview. The Page Jump button takes you straight to advanced parameters. Category Search finds sounds by type, name, or attributes in seconds. The interface responds immediately—no lag, no waiting, no breaking your creative flow.

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Yamaha

Yamaha Montage M6 (61-Key Synthesizer)

$3,49999 $3,99900

The Yamaha MONTAGE M Series Synthesizers are at the apex of sound quality and user interaction. Elevate your music with revolutionary AN-X technology for authentic analog tones, and advanced FM-X synthesis for rich, dynamic sound. Integrated Motion Control reacts to your touch, enriching each performance.

Expand your creative possibilities with a massive 400-note polyphony and extensive memory for presets and user configurations. The MONTAGE M series excels both on stage and in the studio, offering seamless compatibility with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and simple computer connectivity.

Find your perfect match: the weighted 88-key MONTAGE M8x for pianists, the versatile MONTAGE M7 for keyboardists, or the agile MONTAGE M6 for synthesists. Yamaha transforms your musical exploration.

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