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Color | Black |
Brand | Yamaha |
Model Name | MX61 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 44.7 x 15.3 x 8.2 inches |
Item Weight | 14.85 Pounds |
About this item
- Class Compliant USB Audio/MIDI for true "plug and play" connectivity without installing any drivers
- Motif Sound Engine: layer, zone, switch, cycle, randomize and control up to 8 elements within a single voice
- Virtual Circuit Modeling re-creates the sound and behavior of vintage effects and signal processors
- 128 notes of polyphony ensures dropout-free performance playing live or with full 16-track sequences
- Record/playback stereo audio and 16 channels of MIDI data via a single USB cable without any external devices; Sequence Software compatible with the Remote Control function -For Windows: Cubase 6 or later, SONAR X1 ProducerFor Mac: Cubase 6 or later, Logic Pro 9, Digital Performer 7 Functions to be controlled differ depending on the software
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Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Portability | 4.5 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 4.7 | 3.5 | 4.7 | 4.4 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Ichigo Ichie Japan | Amazon.com |
model name | MX61 | — | MODX6+ | Kross 2 | MX61BU |
connector type | USB | USB | USB Type B | — | USB |
number of keys | 61 | — | 61 | 61 | 61 |
weight | 14.85 pounds | 21.8 pounds | 6.6 kilograms | 3.8 kilograms | 15.4 pounds |
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Product information
Item Weight | 14.85 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 44.7 x 15.3 x 8.2 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B01J8GQHDU |
Item model number | MX61BK |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #7,394 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #15 in Synthesizer & Workstation Keyboards |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 7, 2016 |
Color Name | Black |
Connector Type | USB |
Number of Keyboard Keys | 61 |
Size | 61-Key |
Media Format | AIFF |
Operating System | Linux |
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Product Description
The MX BK/BU is a compact, lightweight Music Synthesizer with over 1000 Voices from the legendary MOTIF series plus deep computer and iOS integration. The MX BK/BU features a Class Compliant USB audio and MIDI interface for plug-and-play operation with your Mac, PC or iOS device.
From the manufacturer
Yamaha - The New MX Series
Great for the stage, studio and everywhere in between.
Yamaha Music Synthesizer MX BK/BU series features over 1000 Voices from the legendary Motif series plus deep computer and iOS integration in a compact, lightweight keyboard and a new blue color!
That powerful sonic palette is packed into sleek packages (available in 49- and 61-note versions) that fit today's on-the-go life style. But the MX BK/BU Series aren't just synthesizers; they are designed to bridge the gap between hardware and software. By adding extensive audio and MIDI USB connectivity, advanced DAW and VST controller features and a suite of powerful music production software, the MX BK/BU integrate hardware reliability with controller flexibility to give you the best of both worlds at a ground breaking level of affordability.
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Over 1000 MOTIF VoicesFrom realistic acoustic sounds like piano, electric piano, strings and drums to complex 8-element synth sounds, the MX BK/BU has all your favorite Motif XS Voices at your fingertips. You can even edit and store your own sounds right onboard. |
Plug and PlayThe MX BK/BU series features class-compliant, 'plug and play' USB audio/MIDI with iOS, Mac and PC. Just plug it in and your MX BK/BU synthesizer becomes your audio and MIDI interface for the rest of your music studio. |
FM Essential Synth App'FM Essential' is an FM synthesizer app for iPhone and iPad with real-time synth performance and editing. Connect your iOS device to you MX, and you can to access 271 high-quality Voices consisting of preset sounds from the V50, TX81Z and DX100. |
Split /Layer PerformanceEasily combine two Voices to play on the keyboard using the dedicated Split and Layer buttons each with their own intelligent arpeggiator and a dedicated Part for a drum track to create evocative Performances that feel like a whole band is playing. |
Controls for VSTs and DAWs
Solid knobs and durable buttons for controlling internal sounds, DAW parameters and VST instruments. The deceptively simple interface is combined with a remote template editor on your computer so any VST you own or any new VSTs you buy can be easily setup to be controlled by the MX. There are advanced integration templates for use with a variety of DAWs.
Cubase AI and Cubasis LE
The MX BK/BU series is the only hardware synth in its price range to come with a complete suite of music production software tools. The included Steinberg Cubase AI features 48 audio tracks and 64 MIDI tracks, notation, built-in VST effects, so with just the MX BK/BU and AI you can do complete productions. In addition to Cubase AI, the MX BK/BU series is compatible with Cubasis LE, a DAW app for iOS.
Analog & Digital Connectivity
In addition to the USB audio/MIDI port, the MX BK/BU has a USB to Device port for external data storage to USB flash drive. You can even play back .WAV data from the flash drive. If you want to add a tablet or an MP3 player to your system just connect to the AUX input using a mini stereo cable and you are ready to go.
VCM Effects
MX BK/BU synthesizers come equipped with VCM (Virtual Circuitry Modeling) effects, which simulate vintage effectors at the circuit level. The sounds of the ‘70s are brought back to life, through simulating the hard-to-find vintage sounds of equalizer, flanger, phaser, and wah effects introduced by the keyboard legends of the era.
From the brand
Let Your Soul Sing, Make Waves
We at Yamaha want to inspire peoples' passion and help them take a step forward to express their individuality, emotion and creativity.
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The perfect combination of traditional craftsmanship and leading edge technology.
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Customers are happy with the quality, sound quality, value, weight and ease of use of the musical instruments. For example, they mention it's a good budget beginner synth, has beautiful Motif sounds and rhythms and that it'll make any mood or sound with a couple of button pushes. They also appreciate the color, comfort, and appearance of the product.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the musical instruments. They mention that it is a very usable piano, strings, and synths. Some say that it's an incredible piece of machinery, and an excellent keyboard. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...I count the lack of built-in speakers as a plus; this beast deserves good headphones and/or a good external amp instead of tinny, low-powered built-..." Read more
"...Update: this works great with the Digitech JMSXT Jamman Solo XT Stereo Looper Phrase Sampler Pedal... must-have gear; i use it w/alto or behringer..." Read more
"Great sound, usability, durability and just great to capture and orchestrate my creativity inside my music studio. You will love this product!" Read more
"...from USB pen drive and USB connection both, and also makes a heck of a MIDI controller...." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the musical instruments. They say it has great sounds, beautiful motifs, and rhythms. They also say it's able to create any mood or sound just by a couple of button pushes. Customers also mention that the keyboard has a natural, acoustic-piano feel to it, and the key action is smooth. They find the product easy to navigate and switch between sounds. They mention that making, saving, and exporting sounds and songs are easy.
"...The keyboard has a natural, acoustic-piano feel to it; key action is smooth and solid, glissandos don't feel like you're about to break a finger as..." Read more
"Excellent pro keyboard (the blue one looks & sounds great). I wanted a compact great sounding board & this is it...." Read more
"Great sound, usability, durability and just great to capture and orchestrate my creativity inside my music studio. You will love this product!" Read more
"...Making/saving/exporting sounds and songs are easy, system file format is .A5X Sounds from certain S series synths can be edited and loaded in it." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the musical instruments. They say it's a great product for the price, worth the purchase, and a good budget beginner synth.
"...I found it. The minuses above are nit-picks; this is an outstanding instrument for the price. Five stars." Read more
"Great price for the quality of sounds.Pros:1...." Read more
"...Despite this, it's the least expensive great sounding 88 key synth out there and I'd buy it again." Read more
"It was a great price , excellent sound bank. But the keys felt cheap, and the build very light weight...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the musical instruments. They mention that it's very light, making it easy to transport.
"The sound quality is very nice. Very lightweight, and the plastic construction is a little disappointing I thought it would be a harder material...." Read more
"...Our organist was away and I filled in for her. I love that it is lightweight...." Read more
"...This is the best of those sounds in a nice, small light package. For that reason I actually prefer this to the original...." Read more
"...It super light weight, and easy to set up and tear down. The interface is easy to navigate, and I am able to switch between sounds easily...." Read more
Customers find the musical instruments easy to use. They say it's simple to understand, the user interface is familiar, and the sound is great. They also say it is convenient, easy to set up and tear down, and has intuitively organized sounds. Customers also mention that the USB card port makes it easy to tweak and save many different setups.
"...I have lots of fun with this; its easy to use; very smart design engineering; classic high quality Yamaha synth...." Read more
"Great sound, usability, durability and just great to capture and orchestrate my creativity inside my music studio. You will love this product!" Read more
"...The sounds on this MX49 are organized very intuitively, so if you have a Rock Grand Piano as your primary patch and want to layer it with the &#..." Read more
"...It super light weight, and easy to set up and tear down. The interface is easy to navigate, and I am able to switch between sounds easily...." Read more
Customers like the color of the musical instruments. They mention that it looks great in white and blue, and that the look and design are aesthetically pleasing.
"...Ugly: Nothing; a very attractive and professional-looking instrument...." Read more
"...+ it looks awesome in blue+ hardware 4 knobs excellent for realtime pitch shifts..." Read more
"...The strings are really beautiful - on par with Korg but a different texture completely. The bass sounds are a nice addition too...." Read more
"...The blue color looks great too!" Read more
Customers find the weighted keys of the musical instruments comfortable. They say the look and design are aesthetically pleasing. They also mention that the key action is smooth and solid. Overall, customers are satisfied with the comfort of the keyboard.
"...The keyboard has a natural, acoustic-piano feel to it; key action is smooth and solid, glissandos don't feel like you're about to break a finger as..." Read more
"...Kronos I use for the acoustic piano patches but honestly the feel of the keys is great for anything else...." Read more
"...For example, the sound samples are great, the key bed feels great to play on if you enjoy the Yamaha synth beds, and all the functionality on this..." Read more
"...There’s a lot on here. It’s a very lightweight keyboard that you can plop on your bed or take with you to a gig or on a trip...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the musical instruments. They mention that it is very nice, easy to use, and has smart design engineering. Some say that it's a great keyboard that is great to capture and orchestrate creativity inside their music studio.
"...I have lots of fun with this; its easy to use; very smart design engineering; classic high quality Yamaha synth...." Read more
"...sound, usability, durability and just great to capture and orchestrate my creativity inside my music studio. You will love this product!" Read more
"...I owned the original Motif. This is the best of those sounds in a nice, small light package. For that reason I actually prefer this to the original...." Read more
"The Yamaha MX49 or MX61 it’s a very nice Keyboard. It help me a lot with my performing.But I’m really upset because the box was damage...." Read more
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Bad: If anything, the keys seem to me to be a little *too* heavily weighted; this may well be more a reflection of my own lack of conditioning than anything else. Would be nice to have some dedicated preset buttons for voice changes instead of the rather awkward method used. Also, my stand has straps and bolts to secure an instrument to it. It looks like a standard method, but the MX88 makes no provision for such. Mind you, the keyboard rests well on the stand, and I don't plan on channeling Keith Emerson any time soon, but accidents do happen.
Ugly: Nothing; a very attractive and professional-looking instrument.
Bottom line: After being away from keyboards for 30-odd years, I wanted something I could grow (back) into. I found it. The minuses above are nit-picks; this is an outstanding instrument for the price. Five stars.
In the 80s I used to gig with pro boards like the DX7 & Roland D50. This little beast blows em away.
TIP: I always set it one octave down (easy to do w/button) for best sound.
Pros:
+ breathtaking sample quality & choice. strong piano, ep & synth patches, & lots to choose from.
+ it looks awesome in blue
+ hardware 4 knobs excellent for realtime pitch shifts
+ performance mode w/drum tracks & arpeggiator brings it to life
+ USB card port makes it easy to tweak & save many different setups; works great. tip: save factory defaults into usb file as well; vs job/restore fxn
+ total pro patches; same as on $2k+ synths; it sounds Awesome and its a great value
Cons:
- no looper/sequencer (I bought a digitech pedal looper)
- no layer & split simultaneous mode
- no aftertouch or weighted/semi weighted keys; though keys are still excellent
- almost no 3rd party patches for this available (!); I only found 4
- I'd like more dance/EDM style sounds
I have lots of fun with this; its easy to use; very smart design engineering; classic high quality Yamaha synth. Update: this works great with the Digitech JMSXT Jamman Solo XT Stereo Looper Phrase Sampler Pedal... must-have gear; i use it w/alto or behringer mixer. I hate DAWs; the idea of using software in front of a pc is ridiculous to me (I'm oldschool); using a hardware pedal looper works great. Last night I jammed for 2 glorious hours with this keyboard + looper. Tips: use auto-quantize mode on looper, and set tempo in looper & MX49 to match performance (120 or 106bpm etc). record 8-16 bars or whatever of mx49 performance drums & bassline into looper, then store as main loop. Next i added lots of mx49 percussion bits one loop at a time. then bg chord comps with clav or pads. so it stacks /overdubs til it sounds fantastic. then i play over it with organ or synth lead patch for improv. Huge difference in fun vs playing over performances alone.
Question: why do so many patches play just one note max at a time? like synth leads... I like playing 2-3 notes in chords; am i missing something? tia
to the music,
ken
Update 2/2019 The more I play this, the more I like it. I play along with music videos on youtube with a mixer. HIGHLY recommend this keyboard; also I love the patches in the 3rd-party "mx dance pro" download (under $50); those are what I use primarily to play along w/edm like tiesto umf etc; stunning quality that beats the built-in patches (thx Peter).
Connect ot a computer with USB, and audio plays on the keyboard, practice along silently using headphones. Takes a whole lot of tasks from the computer away like effects, mixing, EQ, thus unburdening the computer..
I recommend read the manuals that come with it, and buy two of these instead of one 61 or 88 keys, switching between upper and lower and splitting is easier than plugging it in.
Saves/loads from USB pen drive and USB connection both, and also makes a heck of a MIDI controller. Does have the the standard 5 pins DIN for in/out, through is missing though.
Instead of getting a flight case, I took the factory bag, cost about $125 extra. The bag comes in blue only, while the keyboard can be black, blue, or white.
AND, don't forget to download the free B.O.M.B version 2 for free: Best of Motif Banks.
Making/saving/exporting sounds and songs are easy, system file format is .A5X Sounds from certain S series synths can be edited and loaded in it.
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2023
Connect ot a computer with USB, and audio plays on the keyboard, practice along silently using headphones. Takes a whole lot of tasks from the computer away like effects, mixing, EQ, thus unburdening the computer..
I recommend read the manuals that come with it, and buy two of these instead of one 61 or 88 keys, switching between upper and lower and splitting is easier than plugging it in.
Saves/loads from USB pen drive and USB connection both, and also makes a heck of a MIDI controller. Does have the the standard 5 pins DIN for in/out, through is missing though.
Instead of getting a flight case, I took the factory bag, cost about $125 extra. The bag comes in blue only, while the keyboard can be black, blue, or white.
AND, don't forget to download the free B.O.M.B version 2 for free: Best of Motif Banks.
Making/saving/exporting sounds and songs are easy, system file format is .A5X Sounds from certain S series synths can be edited and loaded in it.
Pros:
1. This has the full motif sound engine, but you need to use a computer editor like Vycro MX to access all of the power.
2. Most of the sounds are really good. Very usable pianos, strings, and synths.
3. USB audio/midi interface is built in, can use with computer or iPad without extra hardware.
4. Super light-weight.
Cons:
1. Doesn't have a good rock organ... meaning a growling Hammond through a Leslie. There are other usable organs though.
2. The keys are typical synth action. Not weighted keys. This doesn't really bother me, but many people prefer weighted keys.
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Very lightweight keyboard
Easy to use.
Performance patches can be up to 16 parts
Reviewed in Canada on December 27, 2022
Very lightweight keyboard
Easy to use.
Performance patches can be up to 16 parts