Yamaha MX61 Synthesizer

Killer Motif Sounds, Controller Integration

The Yamaha MX61 synthesizer/controller rocks more than 1000 killer MOTIF XS sounds, a class-compliant USB audio/MIDI interface, and deep controller integration with your favorite computer and iOS music software, including Yamaha’s new FM Essential iOS synth app. With MX61, you don’t have to sacrifice sound and playability for portability. The keys are full-size and velocity sensitive. Bring this lightweight, compact synth/controller to the studio or a gig and deploy its potent patch arsenal. From amazing acoustic pianos, EPs, strings, and drums to evolving 8-element synth textures, the MX puts it all right at your fingertips.

Yamaha VCM FX engine onboard

In addition to a massive MOTIF XS soundbank, MX61 is equipped with Yamaha’s VCM FX engine, which meticulously models vintage effects at the circuit level. EQs, phasers, flangers, wah-wahs, and more are all on the menu here, letting you instantly tap into the coveted sounds of the 1970s.

16-part multitimbral, 128-note polyphony

Your MX61 is 16-part multitimbral and spec’d with 128-note polyphony. Electronic musicians at Sweetwater know how critical this is. These features let you build up dense sequences and play them without fear of dreaded note-stealing or sounds cutting off. This makes the MX an ideal tone generation solution for onstage performance and live playback of MIDI tracks off your DAW.

Tech Specs

• Sound Engine Type(s):Motif sound engine
• Number of Keys:61
• Type of Keys:Synth, touch sensitive
• Other Controllers:Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
• Polyphony:128
• Number of Presets:1,106 voices, 61 drum kits; 128 user voices, 8 user drum kits
• Effects Types:Phaser, Flanger, Wah, Vintage modeling, Reverb, Delay (expandable via iOS FM app)
• Arpeggiator:Yes
• Sequencer:208 patterns, SMF Format 0 (playback only)
• Audio Recording:2-track stereo
• Memory:166 MB
• Audio Inputs:1 x 1/8″ (aux in)
• Audio Outputs:2 x 1/4″ (main out)
• Headphones:1 x 1/4″
• USB:1 x Type B, 1 x Type A
• MIDI I/O:In/Out/USB
• Pedal Inputs:2 x 1/4″ (sustain, controller)
• Software:Cubase AI included, FM Essential iOS synth app
• Power Supply:12V DC power supply (included)
• Height:4.4″
• Width:38.7″
• Depth:11.7″
• Weight:10.6 lbs.