Yamaha MODX M8

The Yamaha MODX M8 88-key synthesizer is built for pianists, delivering authentic graded hammer action with heavier low keys and lighter high keys for expressive, nuanced playing. Alongside flagship-level piano touch, it offers three powerful sound engines, plus intuitive controls and DAW-ready features, making it ideal for both studio production and stage performance.

Key Features

88-Key Graded Hammer Action: Smooth, responsive piano touch with heavier low keys and lighter high keys for expressive playability.

Three Sound Engines:

AWM2: Ultra-realistic instrument voices, including piano, strings, and layered textures, with up to 128 elements per part.

FM-X: Modern FM synth sounds with up to 128-note polyphony.

AN-X: Vintage analog-style synths with oscillator and filter options, supporting up to 16-note polyphony.

Polyphony & Memory: 268 notes across all engines, 10.7GB preset memory, and 1.9GB user memory.

Multitimbral Capability: 16 internal parts plus audio input and USB parts for layered performances.

Extensive Effects: 12 Reverb types, 88 Variation types, 88 Insertion types, 26 Master Effects, 83 A/D Part Insertions, plus 5-band master EQ and multi-band part EQs.

Sequencer & Arpeggiator: 128 patterns, 16 tracks, Scene and Tempo tracks, plus 8-part arpeggiator with over 10,900 presets.

Flexible Connectivity: Dual 1/4" stereo audio inputs/outputs, 1/4" stereo headphone output, USB MIDI/audio, sustain and assignable footswitch, and two expression pedal inputs.

Onboard Controllers: Pitch bend wheel, modulation wheel, high-resolution Super Knob, 8 faders, and 4 multi-function knobs for performance, mixing, and editing.

Compact & Portable: 51.56" W × 15.38" D × 5.94" H, weighing 29 lb 15 oz, ideal for stage or studio setups.

DAW Integration & Recording: Built-in 10-in/4-out USB audio interface allows direct multitrack recording and virtual instrument monitoring, while the Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP, available early 2026) replicates the MODX M in your DAW for full editing, mixing, and sound creation.