Review Synthesizers Yamaha Montage 8. Where to buy it?

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  • 88 Keys with Hammer Action (The weight of the keys on an acoustic piano that digital pianos try to imitate to match the touch of a real acoustic piano. The keys in the high register are heavier and in the high register less. This is a different concept of sensitivity on the keyboard that serves to regulate the volume of the note. But a hammer action keyboard always has sensitivity on the keys.)
  • Motion control synthesis with FM-X and AWM2 sound generation – each 128-voices (Different sounds of piano and other instruments)
  • 1920 Preset Performances
  • 640 Consumer Performances
  • 5,120 Library Performances
  • Live Set mode for organising seems according to set lists or themes
  • Master keyboard functions
  • 7″ Colour Wide-VGA touch screen
  • 5.67 GB Waveform ROM
  • 1.75 GB Flash-ROM
  • Seamless sound switching (uninterrupted switching between performances)
  • Super Knob for synchronous control of varied parameters
  • Envelope Follower
  • AWM2 Sound generator directly compatible with MOTIF XF
  • Converter software for DX and TX seems
  • USB Audio/midi (MIDI allows you to do such wonderful things as connect the keyboard to the computer, record a soundtrack and with certain programs pass with a click what you have played to musical notes in a score. MIDI tracks store information from musical notes) (also for iOS devices) with 24 bit/ 44.1 kHz for 16 audio networks or 192 kHz for 4 stereo audio channels
  • 4x Line outputs: (2x stereo) 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 2x Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 1450 x 160 x 470 mm
  • Weight: 29 kg
  • Includes power cable

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This keyboard usually has a price around 3590.00 €

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Some comments from people who come to the forum about this model:

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This is the most readily useful workstation I experienced, you’ll be able to develop its performance also to develop myself
general quality of sound is stunning; wide, clean and precise with sufficient heat and sheen. Yamaha’s acoustic noises will also be gorgeous here plus the CFX/ Bösendorfer grands sound gorgeous, the clavinets are now actually more authentic plus the EP ‘gallery’ performances are superb. The guitars being acoustic also killer (especially with the arpeggiator) and the strings, metal and woodwinds are very inspiring.
You may want to import your personal 44/48kHz WAV samples from a USB stick and use them while you would any other element and there is 1.75GB of individual flash memory, therefore when brought in you can hold your samples/third-party libraries in memory for immediate loading and retention after powering down. Also remember that Montage is backwards appropriate for Motif XF AWM2 voices too.

Finally, it is possible to drop your performances into ‘live sets’ for easy selection therefore the slick ‘category search’ function makes it easy to place shows and live sets together quickly from the 1,000s of presets/ user sounds available.

Now some ‘to-be-aware-ofs’! Firstly, there’s no specific ‘clonewheel engine’ and, though there is a pretty tweakable rotary-effect and some good-sounding B3 emulations onboard, if you prefer the eight faders to use as drawbars you need to set them up manually which will be time-consuming.

we would enjoy to see Yamaha introduce some brand new performance templates where the set-up and routing for drawbars and percussion/vibrato is all done/ pre-wired. Next, while AWM2 does a fantastic job, there is nevertheless no devoted digital analogue mode and it would have been great to truly have the killer-sounding modelled analogue engine through the Reface CS included (which seems more analogue-like than AWM2 does).

Thirdly, we’d have liked to own seen the superb ‘spectral component modelling’ sounds/engine through the Reface CP and CP4 included, as they have some killer EPs, clavs and Wurlis onboard that often rival or surpass the ones onboard the Montage. And finally (unlike the Motif XF), there is no direct sampling or multi-track sequencing, simply a bare-bones 16 track ‘recorder’ with basic modifying (hence the ‘Music Synthesizer’ label vs the Motif’s ‘Music Production Synthesizer’ label).

Yamaha Montage 8 vs Roland Fantom 8

The synthesizer Yamaha Montage 8 is usually 100 € more expensive than Roland Fantom 8.

Yamaha Montage 8

Roland Fantom 8
  • 88 Keys with hammer action
  • Motion control synthesis with FM-X and AWM2 sound generation – each 128-voices
  • 1920 Preset Performances
  • 640 Consumer Performances
  • 5,120 Library Performances
  • Live Set mode for organising seems according to set lists or themes
  • Master keyboard functions
  • 7″ Colour Wide-VGA touch screen
  • 5.67 GB Waveform ROM
  • 1.75 GB Flash-ROM
  • Seamless sound switching (uninterrupted switching between performances)
  • Super Knob for synchronous control of varied parameters
  • Envelope Follower
  • AWM2 Sound generator directly compatible with MOTIF XF
  • Converter software for DX and TX seems
  • USB Audio/MIDI (also for iOS devices) with 24 bit/ 44.1 kHz for 16 audio networks or 192 kHz for 4 stereo audio channels
  • 4x Line outputs: (2x stereo) 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 2x Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 1450 x 160 x 470 mm
  • Weight: 29 kg
  • Includes power cable
  • 88 PHA-50 hammer-action keyboard (composite structure produced from lumber and synthetic), velocity-sensitive with aftertouch
  • ZEN-Core noise engine with 256 notes
  • V-Piano sound engine
  • More than 3500 preset sounds and much more than 90 drum kits
  • Memory places for 128 scenes (4 banks)
  • 16 components, up to 4 noise layers each
  • Effects: EQ and multi-effects per component, 2 insert effects, 6 drum-part compressors, master compressor, master EQ
  • 90 various impacts types
  • 8-Note pad sampler (16 pads x 4 banking institutions)
  • Freely assignable stereo analog filter (3x low pass, bandpass, high pass) with drive
  • Sequencer: 16 MIDI tracks with real-time-recording, step-recording and TR drum programming
  • Rhythm pattern, arpeggiator and chord memory function
  • 7″ Colour touch screen
  • 8 Encoders and 8 faders with LED status indicators offer real-time control over sounds, mixers and impacts
  • Real-time usage of the main synthesis parameters via illuminated rotary settings and status buttons
  • Integration of analog synthesizers and modular systems via 2 CV/gate outputs (3.5 mm jack)
  • USB audio interface, 24-bit/48 kHz – 6 inputs, 32 outputs
  • Integration of Apple Logic and MainStage via Smart Controls
  • Connection of Roland Aira- and Boutique products via USB (power supply and MIDI information)
  • Main output: XLR & 6.3 mm jack
  • 4 Sub outputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Headphone production: 6.3 mm jack
  • 4 Inputs for pedals and footswitches: 6.3 mm jack
  • MIDI In/Out 1/Out 2 (Thru)
  • 2 Mic/Line inputs: XLR/TRS combo jack, 48 V phantom energy
  • 3 External unit ports: USB-A
  • USB-B port for computer connection
  • USB-A slot for storage space
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 1432 x 439 x 153 mm
  • Weight: 27.7 kg
  • Includes an electrical cable

And then a video of the synthesizerRoland Fantom 8

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Roland Fantom 8 review

Yamaha Montage 8 vs Sequential Prophet X

The synthesizer Yamaha Montage 8 is usually 200 € more expensive than Sequential Prophet X.

Yamaha Montage 8

Sequential Prophet X
  • 88 Keys with hammer action
  • Motion control synthesis with FM-X and AWM2 sound generation – each 128-voices
  • 1920 Preset Performances
  • 640 Consumer Performances
  • 5,120 Library Performances
  • Live Set mode for organising seems according to set lists or themes
  • Master keyboard functions
  • 7″ Colour Wide-VGA touch screen
  • 5.67 GB Waveform ROM
  • 1.75 GB Flash-ROM
  • Seamless sound switching (uninterrupted switching between performances)
  • Super Knob for synchronous control of varied parameters
  • Envelope Follower
  • AWM2 Sound generator directly compatible with MOTIF XF
  • Converter software for DX and TX seems
  • USB Audio/MIDI (also for iOS devices) with 24 bit/ 44.1 kHz for 16 audio networks or 192 kHz for 4 stereo audio channels
  • 4x Line outputs: (2x stereo) 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 2x Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 1450 x 160 x 470 mm
  • Weight: 29 kg
  • Includes power cable
  • Bi-timbral 8-voice stereo (16-voice mono)
  • Semi-weighted keypad with 61 keys and Sftertouch
  • Sound uction: Two 16-bit/48kHz sample-based voices plus two digital oscillators with Waveshaper
  • Analog stereo filter
  • 150 GB test library with acoustic and electronic instruments also ambient and movie results
  • 50 GB of internal memory for importing extra samples
  • Various processing options: Loop manipulation, sample stretching, four envelope generators, four LFOs and modulation matrix
  • Three OLED displays
  • Two programmable touch sliders (Position and pressure painful and sensitive)
  • Pitch and modulation wheel
  • Analogue line-output 4x 6.3 mm jack (L/R)
  • Stereo headphone-output 6.3 mm jack
  • MIDI In/Out/Thru
  • USB
  • USB Test Import
  • Volume- and Sustain-pedal input
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 976 x 109 x 343 mm
  • Weight: approx. 11 kg

And then a video of the synthesizerSequential Prophet X

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Sequential Prophet X review

Yamaha Montage 8 vs Yamaha Montage 8 White

The synthesizer Yamaha Montage 8is usually 140 € cheaper than Yamaha Montage 8 White.

Yamaha Montage 8

Yamaha Montage 8 White
  • 88 Keys with hammer action
  • Motion control synthesis with FM-X and AWM2 sound generation – each 128-voices
  • 1920 Preset Performances
  • 640 Consumer Performances
  • 5,120 Library Performances
  • Live Set mode for organising seems according to set lists or themes
  • Master keyboard functions
  • 7″ Colour Wide-VGA touch screen
  • 5.67 GB Waveform ROM
  • 1.75 GB Flash-ROM
  • Seamless sound switching (uninterrupted switching between performances)
  • Super Knob for synchronous control of varied parameters
  • Envelope Follower
  • AWM2 Sound generator directly compatible with MOTIF XF
  • Converter software for DX and TX seems
  • USB Audio/MIDI (also for iOS devices) with 24 bit/ 44.1 kHz for 16 audio networks or 192 kHz for 4 stereo audio channels
  • 4x Line outputs: (2x stereo) 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 2x Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 1450 x 160 x 470 mm
  • Weight: 29 kg
  • Includes power cable
  • 88 Keys with hammer action
  • movement Control synthesis with FM-X and AWM2 noise engines – with 128-note polyphony each
  • 1920 Preset performances
  • 640 consumer shows
  • 5120 Library shows
  • Live Set mode to prepare sounds based on set lists or themes
  • Master keyboard functions
  • 7″ Colour wide VGA touchscreen
  • 5.67 GB Waveform ROM
  • 1.75 GB Flash ROM
  • Seamless Sound Switching (seamless switching between performances)
  • Super Knob for synchronous control of varied parameters
  • Envelope Follower
  • AWM2 noise engine is straight appropriate for MOTIF XF
  • Converter software for DX- and TX-Sounds
  • OS V3 features: pattern sequencer with 128 habits, 16 songs, 8 scenes with 256 components
  • Mini Filter, Wave Folder, High-Speed LFO, worldwide Micro Tuning, and much more
  • USB Audio / MIDI (for iOS products) with 24-bit / 44.1 kHz for 16 audio networks or 192 kHz for 4 stereo sound channels
  • 4 Line outputs: (2 x stereo) 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 2 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Includes an electrical cable
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 1450 x 160 x 470 mm
  • Weight: 29 kg
  • Colour: White

And then a video of the synthesizerYamaha Montage 8 White

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Yamaha Montage 8 White review

Yamaha Montage 8 vs Waldorf Quantum

The synthesizer Yamaha Montage 8is usually 100 € cheaper than Waldorf Quantum.

Yamaha Montage 8

Waldorf Quantum
  • 88 Keys with hammer action
  • Motion control synthesis with FM-X and AWM2 sound generation – each 128-voices
  • 1920 Preset Performances
  • 640 Consumer Performances
  • 5,120 Library Performances
  • Live Set mode for organising seems according to set lists or themes
  • Master keyboard functions
  • 7″ Colour Wide-VGA touch screen
  • 5.67 GB Waveform ROM
  • 1.75 GB Flash-ROM
  • Seamless sound switching (uninterrupted switching between performances)
  • Super Knob for synchronous control of varied parameters
  • Envelope Follower
  • AWM2 Sound generator directly compatible with MOTIF XF
  • Converter software for DX and TX seems
  • USB Audio/MIDI (also for iOS devices) with 24 bit/ 44.1 kHz for 16 audio networks or 192 kHz for 4 stereo audio channels
  • 4x Line outputs: (2x stereo) 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 2x Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 1450 x 160 x 470 mm
  • Weight: 29 kg
  • Includes power cable
  • 61 Keys Fatar TP8 keyboard
  • 5 Master impacts, each with a separate section
  • Compressor for primary production
  • 3 Digital oscillators per voice
  • Selection involving the following sound generators: Wavetable, Timeless Waveforms, Granular Sampler, Resonator
  • 6 LFOs in polyphonic and global mode
  • 2 Analog lowpass filters and 1 electronic filter per vocals
  • Touchscreen
  • 6 Envelopes
  • Modulation matrix with 40 slots
  • Load and conserve presets via USB and SD card
  • 4 GB Internal memory
  • Import choice of Nave presets
  • Main output 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • AUX output 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • Line input 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • Headphone output 6.3 mm jack stereo
  • Connection for phrase and sustain pedal
  • USB host connection
  • USB (MIDI)
  • MIDI In/out/Thru
  • Integrated power supply

And then a video of the synthesizerWaldorf Quantum

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Waldorf Quantum review

Where to buy the synthesizer Yamaha Montage 8

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