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Yamaha Montage M8x (88-Key Synthesizer)

$4,49999 $4,99900

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The Yamaha MONTAGE M Series Synthesizers: embody the zenith of sound quality and user-friendly controls. Transform your performances with revolutionary AN-X modeling technology that delivers authentic analog warmth and FM-X synthesis for expansive sonic expression.

With Motion Control, experience responsive sound-shaping that reacts to your playstyle. Unleash your creativity using up to 400-note polyphony and extensive memory for presets and user configurations.

The MONTAGE M line stands as the ultimate instruments for both live shows and studio work, ensuring fluid DAW integration and easy computer connection. Catering to all musicians, the MONTAGE M8x offers the pianists weighted 88-key action; the MONTAGE M7 provides layers of versatility for keyboardists; and the MONTAGE M6 gives synthesists swift playability.

Key Features
  • Will I get vintage analog warmth without the vintage maintenance? Yes—the AN-X engine recreates classic analog synths with oscillators, filters, and even voltage drift simulation, no tuning required.
  • Can I layer complex sounds without notes cutting out? 400-note polyphony means you can stack pads, sequences, and leads without ever hitting the note limit mid-performance.
  • Does it have the legendary CS-80 style expression? The M8x features Polyphonic Aftertouch with GEX Action—control each note independently for nuanced, expressive performances.
  • Can I run my entire band from one keyboard? 16 Parts per Performance let you layer bass, piano, strings, pads, drums, and arps—all controlled in real time with one-touch access.
  • Will I waste time scrolling through presets? The 7-inch touchscreen, Page Jump, and Category Search get you to any sound in seconds, not minutes.
  • Can I shape sounds during a live performance? Five-segment ribbon controller, dedicated knobs, and Keyboard Hold let you tweak in real time without stopping the music.
  • Does it replace my audio interface? Built-in 32-output/6-input USB audio interface handles multi-track recording and virtual instrument routing with one cable.
  • Can I use Montage M sounds in my DAW without the hardware? The E.S.P. plugin brings full Montage M engines into your DAW for seamless studio integration and remote editing.
  • Will I get realistic FM synthesis and samples? AWM2 engine with doubled preset memory and 8-operator FM-X deliver everything from ultra-realistic acoustics to complex evolving textures.
  • Can I control my DAW from the keyboard? Full DAW remote control manages transport, mixer, and virtual instruments directly from the Montage M hardware.

Detailed Specs
Size/Weight
Dimensions
  • Width: 56-15/16"
  • Height: 6-11/16"
  • Depth: 18-1/8"
Weight
  • Weight: 61 lbs., 15 oz.
Packing Box
  • Width: 64-7/8"
  • Height: 10-1/4"
  • Depth: 22-1/2"
Control Interface
Keyboard
  • Number of Keys: 88
  • Type: GEX Keyboard
  • Initial Touch: Yes
  • Aftertouch: Yes (Polyphonic 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 M8x - The Synthesizer That Pros Bring to Every Gig

See Why Top Keyboardists Call the Montage M8x Indispensable

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Classic Synth Tones at Your Fingertips

Get That Warm Analog Sound Without Buying Vintage Gear

Want those fat, warm analog leads from the 70s and 80s? The AN-X engine recreates vintage synthesizers down to the voltage drift and component aging—no maintenance, no tuning drift, no hunt for rare parts. You get three oscillators, ten filter types, and authentic ring modulation. Load up a patch and instantly dial in sounds that cost thousands on the used market. Your audience hears vintage warmth. You skip the vintage headaches.

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 Notes of Polyphony Keep Complex Arrangements Alive

Layer Sounds Without Limit—Never Drop a Note Mid-Performance

Running out of polyphony mid-song kills the vibe. You are playing a lush pad, bass line, and lead simultaneously, then hit a chord—and notes cut out. Not here. The Montage M gives you 400 notes of polyphony across all engines: 128 notes each for AWM2 presets and user samples, 128 for FM-X, and 16 for analog-style AN-X. Stack pads, layer strings over piano, add rhythmic sequences, and never worry about note stealing. Your most complex arrangements play exactly as you imagined them.

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Polyphonic Aftertouch Brings Expression to Each Finger

Control Every Note Independently—Like a CS-80 Legend

Most synths treat aftertouch as all-or-nothing. Press harder, every note responds the same way. Polyphonic aftertouch is different—press one key harder, only that note swells or brightens. It is the same expressive control found on the legendary Yamaha CS-80, the synth behind Blade Runner and Chariots of Fire. You can add vibrato to the melody note while holding a steady chord, or swell individual strings in a pad. GEX Action makes this possible on the M8x, giving you rare, nuanced control that most keyboardists never experience.

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Intuitive Controls Keep You Focused on the Music

Shape Your Sound On the Fly—No Menu Diving Required

In the middle of a performance, you do not have time to dig through menus. The five-segment ribbon controller lets you bend pitch, sweep filters, or morph between sounds with one finger. The Keyboard Hold button locks your chord progression while you tweak parameters with your right hand. Dedicated Portamento controls give you smooth note glides at the exact speed you need. Everything is right there—knobs, sliders, ribbon—so you stay in the flow instead of hunting for functions.

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One-Touch Control Over Complex Multi-Layer Setups

Run 16 Sounds at Once—Build an Entire Band from One Keyboard

Live gigs demand quick transitions and complex layering. With 16 Parts per Performance, you can build complete arrangements: bass on the lower keys, piano in the middle, strings and pads on top, plus drum sequences and arpeggios. Adjust each part independently with dedicated controls—no menu diving, no confusion. Change volumes, effects, and panning in real time. What used to require multiple keyboards and a rack of modules now fits under your fingertips. One keyboard, one cable, infinite possibilities.

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Full Integration with Your Studio Workflow

Use Montage M Sounds in Your DAW—Even Without the Hardware

Recording in the studio but the Montage M is across the room? The Expanded Softsynth Plugin (E.S.P.) gives you full access to Montage M sounds directly inside your DAW. Edit parameters, load performances, and mix alongside your other virtual instruments—no hardware required. The plugin mirrors the Montage M engines, so your studio projects sound identical to live performances. Available now for playback and mixing, with full editing coming soon. Your workflow just got simpler.

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Fast Navigation Keeps You Creating, Not Searching

Find Any Sound in Seconds—No More Scrolling Through Lists

Scrolling through hundreds of presets wastes valuable rehearsal and studio time. The Montage M features a 7-inch color touchscreen, dedicated navigation buttons, and instant Page Jump that take you from broad performance overview to deep editing in one tap. Search by category, name, or attributes. Need that brass patch you used last month? Find it in three seconds. Six responsive knobs and a high-res LCD give you immediate visual feedback. You spend more time playing, less time hunting.

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32 Audio Outputs and 6 Inputs—Built Right In

One USB Cable Replaces Your Entire Audio Interface

Most setups require a separate audio interface, MIDI interface, and a tangle of cables. The Montage M is your interface. Connect one USB cable and record 32 individual audio outputs into your DAW—separate each part for mixing, route virtual instruments back through Montage M effects, and capture everything in multi-track glory. MIDI flows both ways, so you control software synths or let your DAW sequence the hardware. Simplify your studio. One cable does it all.

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Yamaha Montage M8x (88-Key Synthesizer)

$4,49999 $4,99900

The Yamaha MONTAGE M Series Synthesizers: embody the zenith of sound quality and user-friendly controls. Transform your performances with revolutionary AN-X modeling technology that delivers authentic analog warmth and FM-X synthesis for expansive sonic expression.

With Motion Control, experience responsive sound-shaping that reacts to your playstyle. Unleash your creativity using up to 400-note polyphony and extensive memory for presets and user configurations.

The MONTAGE M line stands as the ultimate instruments for both live shows and studio work, ensuring fluid DAW integration and easy computer connection. Catering to all musicians, the MONTAGE M8x offers the pianists weighted 88-key action; the MONTAGE M7 provides layers of versatility for keyboardists; and the MONTAGE M6 gives synthesists swift playability.

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