Yamaha MODX M8 88 key music synthesizer with graded hammer action open box

Key Feature 1

Built for pianists, the 88-key MODX M8 synthesizer delivers exceptional sound, expressive control, streamlined workflow, and realistic graded-hammer action in a lightweight design

Key Feature 2

Exceptional Sound: 3 powerful engines recreate classic analog synths, modern FM synths, and realistic instruments for a variety of sounds

Key Feature 3

Expressive Control: Intuitive performance controls, including 8 physical faders and Super Knob, give you real-time hands-on expression

Key Feature 4

Optimized Workflow: Upgraded navigation enables quick, intuitive sound editing and operation with features like a color touch screen and 6 dedicated display knobs

Key Feature 5

Acoustic Piano Touch: 88-key Graded Hammer weighted action for smoother, more accurate playability with a heavier response in the low keys and a lighter response in the high keys

Key Feature 6

Stage and Studio Integration: Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP) replicates MODX M in your favorite DAW - create, edit and mix sounds anywhere

Inspired Performance

Take your performance anywhere with the compact, lightweight MODX M featuring three powerful engines:

•       AN-X – recreates warm vintage analog synths

•       FM-X – offers cutting-edge modern synth sound

•       AWM2 – delivers ultra-realistic instrument sounds

Plus, MODX M offers an upgrade of up to 268 notes of polyphony across its three engines and approximately 2x the memory over MODX/MODX+ with an increase from 5.68GB to 10.7GB of AWM2 memory, and 1.9GB of User flash memory.

Unique Expression

You’ll find dedicated Part and Scene Selection buttons to control 8 Parts per Performance. Particularly beneficial for live performances, this intuitive control improves overall usability and adds dimension to each Performance.

The MODX M Knobs, Super Knob, Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, and Sound Engine are now High Resolution. Because of the fine resolution, you’ll find the MODX M performs smoother than its predecessors.

Expanded Creativity

Free for all registered MODX M owners, the Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP) replicates MODX M in your favorite Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). ESP lets you create, edit and mix performances anywhere you happen to be – without the hardware – offering an unprecedented level of stage and studio integration.  (Available early 2026)

Upgraded navigation enables quick, intuitive sound editing and operation. You’ll find features like a color touch screen, 6 display knobs, and Stereo A/D input with 2 insertion effects.

AN-X Engine

Integrated into the Motion Control system, the AN-X Engine includes 2 filters, 10 filter types, pulse width modulation, oscillator self sync, ring modulation, FM and wave share, and voltage drift and aging settings.

AWM2

Offering up to 128 Elements per Part, AWM2 allows for more layers and articulations, giving you an expansive canvas for sound creation, especially for “nameable” sounds such as piano and strings.

Motion Control  Synthesis Engine

Experience a new level of sound design with this groundbreaking engine, which includes powerful tools like Motion Sequences, Super Knob, Envelope Follower and more.

Simplify Your Studio Setup

USB MIDI 2.0 and multichannel 4 output/10 input audio interface streamline MIDI recording, virtual instrument monitoring, and multi-track audio recording through a single USB cable.

Cubase AI

Cubase AI provides the basic tools for recording, editing and mixing. It’s the perfect entry into the world of Digital Audio Workstations (DAW), offering powerful, yet easy-to-use software tools for all genres.

Eight Faders

Eight physical faders provide real-time performance, mixing and editing control.