I bought an MX49 last year. It's a pretty good edition for a gigging rock keyboardist like me. I own about 10 keyboards, and wanted a 49 key keyboard to keep on the side of my two 61 key synths I keep out front to replace a very old one I used before. I sold my MOTIF ES rack and replaced it with the MX49. I'm glad I did. On songs where I want MOTIF sounds and need 61 keys, I simply MIDI it to my other keyboards. I've been a huge fan of the Korg M1 for a long time and use that is one of my two controller keyboards and for the M1's internal sounds. I'm mostly into software synths these days for lead synth & organ sounds. The MX49 is a nice edition. Being only 8 lbs is great for practice & traveling. In one of my bands, I setup an old computer running all software synths with a 61 key controller keyboard and I simply bring the MX49 to practice and use it for the built-in soundcard instead of setting up my other one. I use a single USB Midisport to I can connect two keyboards. For this band's rehearsal, all I have to bring is the MX49, connect a couple wires and that's it. The 61 key MOTIF keyboards are fairly heavy, and who wants to drag them to rehearsal? I play live and don't use sequencers or do recordings directly on my keyboards, so why pay for those extra features? I bought two (very expanded) M1's so I can leave one at home and one with another band. MOTIF's seem even heavier. I use the MX49 as a controller keyboard often too with VST synths and for it's internal sounds. I've also gone to rehearsals with just the MX49 (a little difficult for bass notes, but depending on the song I can do it). I've even plugged in my 25 key tiny Oxygen 8 controller into the MX49 using the MX49 sounds for both keyboards. Very simple, ultra portable practice solution. My regular rig has a lot of wires to hookup too, mixer, etc and it takes time just to connect it and disconnect it. The MX49 sounds are pretty good. Like the MOTIF ES, XS & XF sounds, their are still plenty of sounds they don't cover so great but their are plenty of good ones. I also make use of the 1/8" input jack for connecting my iPhone to run software synths on that, and playing back MP3 sounds. No mixer needed, very nice. In combination with other keyboards or software synths, I can highly recommend the MX series. Very affordable too.
Hi n8goulet, not sure if you'll this but since you bought one could you tell me if it has drum set patches? I've seen keyboardists hook up their piano and play rhythm into a looper, so I was wondering if I could do that or if its just the "performances' he demonstrated in the video. I kept reading the product description and it said 'percussion' but I just wanted to be really sure before I buy it...thanks for your reply in advance!
I'm in the process of learning about all the amazing things you can do with a midi keyboard controller and I had to login to say how much I enjoyed this demo. Blake has such an easy-going vibe--he's like an old (very talented)friend who is really hyped about a new keyboard he just HAS to tell you about, lol. I actually watched the entire thing. He's an OUTSTANDING teacher as well as a great musician. Anyway, thanks much.
What's cool is that the Concert Grand is a sampling of the 9ft CF3S Yamaha, a $150,000 piano for $499 MX49 . Obviously it's not the same as a real piano but a heck of a lot better than the sound I got on the Korg Kross which sounds like they found it in Bodie, CA ghost town under a dust pile.
Really cool demo: I enjoyed it from start to finish... Blake, thank you so much for your enthusiasm! As a musician I appreciate your great talent. As a teacher and trainer I appreciate your great communication skills. Very well done!
Yamaha redid the Keybed on this instrument recently w the release of the MX Bk/blu series. The keys are now a matte finish and feel much better.. Best action I've encountered on a light keyboard.
Very nice description and demo Blake. I did not buy an MX yet, but your video has me on the buying edge. Your enthusiasm for the product is great, and I like how you interpreted that enthusiasm into a well organized description of the MX + Cubase integration features.
This video just convinced me of what I needed to know. I've been on the hunt for a 61 key synth/keyboard that has great sounds for performance and works great with software as well! Thank you Yamaha and Kraft Music!!
John Gengelbach I don't have much in the way of me being filmed playing(there is some segments here and there)...but mainly...most of my videos are of my music(with film and video game footage)...you can see them if you visit my channel.I also have another channel under the name; MiddleEarth0069
I did respond...this is what I had written to you an hour ago; I don't have much in the way of me being filmed playing(there is some segments here and there)...but mainly...most of my videos are of my music(with film and video game footage)...you can see them if you visit my channel.I also have another channel under the name; MiddleEarth0069 Show less
Finaly found good and usefull Demo! You just got 3 points: for excellent music skills, for interesting comment and for using awsome music device. Keep going, good job!
I've never ever seen a more convincing video :) I was looking for exactly THAT kind of thing - a fine, capable instrument with a set of great presets & with the inborn computer-connectivity for to start with - as an amateur. Liked your fine, moody tunes of your own as well!
Great vid,concise,no faffing around,real cool tutorial.I tried to get to grips with cubase some time ago,as well as sonar,fryed my head,gave up.But now I have time and peace in my life,you sir have inspired me to get back on track thank you.Just bought this monster because of the computer side of things,along with my jdxi and my Gaia synth I will be able to ramp it up to11,and rip the knob off in no uncertain terms THANKYOU ,and now for some serious noodling,take care,great stuff,Skullduggery EDM.
I'd love to see a manufacturer make a 61- or 76-key weighted keyboard. When I had a 61, I rarely ran out of notes, but I did not like the action. I know you buy smaller keyboards for portability, and the weighted action goes against that, but it might be a good middle ground. It might also be a good complement to my DGX-650.
Un teclado que reúne 3 características fundamentales: exelente sonido, versatilidad de funciones, un diseño estilizado y compacto. Hacen que este teclado sea todo un obra maestra de ingieneria! Espero que lo fabriquen con 76 tecla, manteniendo el mismo diseño.
Can I upload my DX-7 sounds into it? that's basically most what I care about, looking to upgrade to new keyboard and load my own sounds I know montage can do it but its so heavy, expensive and I won't use 80% of its functions. YAMAHA?
You always make these videos enjoyable to watch, regardless of whether the product is good or not so good, I happen to like Yamaha, still have my MU90r from way back when, for some reason, have not bought a new Yamaha Synth, this would be a good option for me, I just wish they would add aftertouch to their cheaper synths. Thanks for a really great demo. Cheers - Andy
I thought the main difference between a keyboard and a synthesizer was control. They both can have presets, but with a synth you can not only completely edit presets to your liking, you can also sculpt your own sounds from basic waves from the VCOs (tri, saw, square, etc). This seems more like a (good) keyboard. Am I wrong?
I downloaded to my computer it's tricky to use. I'm not familiar with the program. It took a while to get my computer to recognize my mx 61. Im still learning I've just been playing the keyboard with out my computer hooked up.
Fantastic prof-play and reklam very too!!! Thank-you very much for fantastic reklam!! And very very dears in corporation in Yamaha too!! I`love you everybody!!
Hi Blake, 2 questions: Other than the FM Essential app, can the MX88 keyboard control other iPad synths such as Korg Gadget through the same USB input and have the audio come out through the MX88 as well? Also, do the DAW controls work with Logic/Digital Performer/Protools besides Cubase? Thanks!
I got well disappointing when i learned that you basically have to live with the MX audio interface taking over as your main interface - asked a guy in the store that told me the "audio interface" was only to send audio to the DAW... but you have to run the MX as your main interface to do so, meaning i got no headphone amps, have to change interface while recording vocals etc... all in all, just as easy, if not easier to just record from old Motif as an instrument when needed... so just because i wanted to record Motif audio straight easier things just got more complicated/inconvenient :(
Great Demo. Thank you so much. I am somehow unable to integrate Cubase AI Elements 6 with my Yamaha MX49 :(. I have installed the latest Yamaha Steinberg driver V1.9.9 from the website, however the driver doesnt show up in the driver control panel OR cubase software. Can you please help?
each day i love more acoustic instruments or electro-acoustic...This new wave of digital instruments dont has the creativity of the really instruments..
You don't need an extra/external audio interface - Yamaha MX can do both -> yamahasynth.com/ask-a-question/can-i-use-the-mx49-or-mx61-as-audio-interface-for-piano-vst
@TheDukeofJuke Incorrect, as the keyboard has it's own internal interface, you can record the audio from the keyboard directly into your computer and use it as a controller via the very same usb cable.
I'm just play for for fun I really enjoy playing the piano its my hobby. I retaught myself how to play over a year ago. Im at a level I can play my favorite songs. I played when I was young. I lost interest many years ago I have the time to play now.
You’re explanations are very good! So, can you offer some advice? I’m a sax/ fiddle etc player who can get around a keyboard a bit but not bothered about the cube base etc. I openly cheat! So, for example, is it possible to sequence a boogie-woogie patten with the left hand and play live with the right hand? Regards
I love the sound of this keyboard and all the great features, but not into Cubase at all. Why, I purchased a ZOOM R24 that came with Cubase 6 SE that came with it. It was too complicated and didn't work right. I go PreSonus Artist 1. 2 and it was intuitive and worked properly.
I'm a guitar player who has only been learning Keys for a short time and want to start adding it to live performances with my band. I'm confused wether I can get by with a 61 key version or should I buy the 88? I'm not a pianist and have no interest in becoming one, I play mostly pop and rock. I just don't want to buy something that's going to limit me. Any advice welcome.
I would recommend going with an 88-key if you plan on playing any classical piano (Chopin, Beethoven, etc.) But all models have a transpose feature, and the 49-key is both versatile and affordable. However if cost is an issue, and you do prefer an 88-key, you can get the 49-key which has the same tone engine and connect an 88 key Midi controller. This is in fact the same setup I use since I could not afford or find an 88-key at the time and cost and space were an issue. M-Audio has an affordable one with lots of options and the bundle pack would land somewhere around 750. The 88-key MX is almost 1100. Hope this helps! And because MIDI Expansion is always an option, the most frugal option is the 49-key.
I'd like to purchase one of this after watching this video...But I've got some need 2 ask you...Could the MIDI Audio integrated inside the MX series replace the MIDI Interface ? I'm the beginner and I don't know it so much. Thank you
man i just love that little jazz improvising lick that he did at the time count of 13:53 all the way to 14:04... sick... those are chord movements that i truly love hearing and i can say that becuz i am a musician myself lol
How can i play just a single patch on a single midi channel using this as a sound module and another synth as a controller? seems these sounds are spread over several midi channels. just wanna use one nice single channel/voice bass patch on it for an existing sequence? can't find this in the manual anywhere. set the basic channel to the one to match the part on the sequencer, but no sound comes out. this is basic stuff but the manual goes into zero detail. thanks in advance
I am returning mine because it does not do all that the review says. Also the Ext.Music player DOES NOT LOOP. It simply play the length of the track and boom sTop. I researched this but it appears it is not designed to LOOP non stop. To me this a a big draw back. Hence I am returning it right away. No to mention it does not have any built-in memory to save anything. What a LOSS !
Hi Blake, thanks for another excellent review. I almost decided to buy Yamaha PSR (970 vs 770) series music synthesizer until I saw this review. May be you can help me to decide between MX 61 and PSR. Which one is better in terms of sound quality and ease of use. My main interest is to create and play back music tracks.
How come the grand piano always sounds great in these demo reviews but not in reality? I own an MX 61, but the grand piano is not even close to the one presented here.
Performance Mode you have 2 active sounds and 14 sounds you can load in for say a Gig, on far right of keyboard select the part button and hit the button you want to move to next with no pause from one sound to the next, another feature no other mfr offers at this price.
Can we use a other software that cubase for this yamaha? i use ableton and i want to know if i can take this piece and if he's absolutly compatible with this softw. big video :)
prefer my FA06 as has 512 user studio sets [ perfomances ], mx61 only has 128, and 512 user patches and for me that large no. of user memorys is a deal breaker for me as i program a very large no. of these studio sets/patches of my own
if your budjet can stretch to afford it i would get the FA06 as is far superia with some great extra features. i have the FA06 and the DS88. but the DS61 if you cant quite make the cost of an FA06 is still a very good budjet keyboard
Does this keyboard only map like that with cubase or with any daw. Ive ben trying to find info about this and no one can or has done a video showing that. everything is only cubase.
I'm considering picking up the MX49 or MX61 for my personal studio, and will be integrating with Cubase 8 Pro. When he demonstrated recording into Cubase, it showed the audio output being recorded to one stereo mixdown audio track. Is it possible to record each of the 16 parts to their own audio track in Cubase simultaneously? In other words, does the USB connection support streaming of 16 individual audio outs that can be routed to individual audio tracks in Cubase, or is it just a single stereo out? I'd like to be able to record each part individually to its own track for further mixing and processing within Cubase. Unless Cubase treats the MX as if it were a 16 output VSTi, this integration would be pretty limiting.
Thanks for watching! The MX functions as a 2 channel USB audio interface, so you are not able to simultaneously record each of the 16 parts into Cubase. However, you can achieve that functionality by muting all parts except for track 1, record track 1 into Cubase as audio, then mute all parts except for track 2, record track 2 as audio, and repeat this process for all remaining tracks. Yes, it's a bit more time consuming, but this workflow will get you 16 individual audio tracks that you can use to create a precise mix. Cheers! -Dave
Kraft Music thanks for your reply, Dave. I fail to see the value that this synth provides in terms of Cubase integration, though. The workflow that you described is the same workflow that I use for my other hardware synths in Cubase, even my 18 year old Alesia QS8.1. Granted, in this case the audio streams via USB, but the same can be said for many several synths on the market today. Other than being able to assign a few buttons to controls in Cubase, what additional value does this synth add in terms of Cubase integration over its competitors? I think the Roland Juno DS also boasts integration for the most popular DAWs. I’d expect more in this regard from Yamaha given their relationship with Steinberg. Providing a stereo output to Cubase for each of the 16 parts so you could record all parts to their own audio track in one play-through seems like the obvious clinch feature for this synth in terms of Cubase integration. Playing through a 4 minute song 16 times (over an hour) just to convert MIDI to audio tracks is not a workflow improvement. I’ll probably still buy this synth because I like the sound of it, but not before comparing side by side with the Roland. If the MX offered 16 discreet outputs to Cubase, I’d have one in my studio now.
Kraft Music That’s a fair point, I guess I’m expecting too much at this price point. Looking into it further, it looks like Yamaha offered such a solution in the Motif XS Rack if you purchased an optional FireWire card. This enabled the Motif XS to stream 16 discreet audio inputs to your DAW, plus MIDI. Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear that the FireWire card is available anymore, so I guess there wasn’t enough demand for this capability, which I find surprising. Guess I’ll be continuing to convert my tracks one at a time!
Correction to my last reply, Yamaha has a newer Firewire card available called the FW16E that allows Motif XF and XS hardware synths to stream 16 channels of audio straight into your DAW. The card is a bit pricey, but likely worth it for anyone looking to do serious recording with the Motif as a primary sound source for their DAW projects. Being able to stream 16 channels of audio directly to individual audio tracks in the DAW is a big time saver and workflow improvement.
guy said so early in the video, you must have missed it. 128, performances, thats why i prefer my FA06 as has 512 performances [ studio sets-roland speak ] and 512 single patches, dont know how many single patches mx61 has
Is this a "Controller" keyboard which I'm not very familiar with understanding but I think is a keyboard that has to run into a PC or something because it has no sound of its own and gets its sounds via hooking up to somrething else? In other words is this NOT a stand-alone synth which generates its own sound? I'm interested in a 49 key synth but seems all the 49 key things are all "Controllers." Thanks. Neophyte keyboard person here.
If by a "branch of Yamaha"...you mean,an authorized retailer,than yeah,Kraft music is a branch of Yamaha...so is Sweetwater,GuitarCenter,Musiciansfriend,SamAsh,BHphotoandvideo,Freehold Music Center,Russo Music Asbury Park,Music & Arts Centers,Zzounds,AmericanMusicalSupply,Interstate Music...just to name a few...
is it me or is this guy really good at explaining things...
It's not just you
He's great, he plays great too.
I bought an MX49 last year. It's a pretty good edition for a gigging rock keyboardist like me. I own about 10 keyboards, and wanted a 49 key keyboard to keep on the side of my two 61 key synths I keep out front to replace a very old one I used before. I sold my MOTIF ES rack and replaced it with the MX49. I'm glad I did. On songs where I want MOTIF sounds and need 61 keys, I simply MIDI it to my other keyboards. I've been a huge fan of the Korg M1 for a long time and use that is one of my two controller keyboards and for the M1's internal sounds. I'm mostly into software synths these days for lead synth & organ sounds. The MX49 is a nice edition. Being only 8 lbs is great for practice & traveling. In one of my bands, I setup an old computer running all software synths with a 61 key controller keyboard and I simply bring the MX49 to practice and use it for the built-in soundcard instead of setting up my other one. I use a single USB Midisport to I can connect two keyboards. For this band's rehearsal, all I have to bring is the MX49, connect a couple wires and that's it. The 61 key MOTIF keyboards are fairly heavy, and who wants to drag them to rehearsal? I play live and don't use sequencers or do recordings directly on my keyboards, so why pay for those extra features? I bought two (very expanded) M1's so I can leave one at home and one with another band. MOTIF's seem even heavier. I use the MX49 as a controller keyboard often too with VST synths and for it's internal sounds. I've also gone to rehearsals with just the MX49 (a little difficult for bass notes, but depending on the song I can do it). I've even plugged in my 25 key tiny Oxygen 8 controller into the MX49 using the MX49 sounds for both keyboards. Very simple, ultra portable practice solution. My regular rig has a lot of wires to hookup too, mixer, etc and it takes time just to connect it and disconnect it. The MX49 sounds are pretty good. Like the MOTIF ES, XS & XF sounds, their are still plenty of sounds they don't cover so great but their are plenty of good ones. I also make use of the 1/8" input jack for connecting my iPhone to run software synths on that, and playing back MP3 sounds. No mixer needed, very nice. In combination with other keyboards or software synths, I can highly recommend the MX series. Very affordable too.
Hi n8goulet, not sure if you'll this but since you bought one could you tell me if it has drum set patches? I've seen keyboardists hook up their piano and play rhythm into a looper, so I was wondering if I could do that or if its just the "performances' he demonstrated in the video. I kept reading the product description and it said 'percussion' but I just wanted to be really sure before I buy it...thanks for your reply in advance!
I'm in the process of learning about all the amazing things you can do with a midi keyboard controller and I had to login to say how much I enjoyed this demo. Blake has such an easy-going vibe--he's like an old (very talented)friend who is really hyped about a new keyboard he just HAS to tell you about, lol. I actually watched the entire thing. He's an OUTSTANDING teacher as well as a great musician. Anyway, thanks much.
What's cool is that the Concert Grand is a sampling of the 9ft CF3S Yamaha, a $150,000 piano for $499 MX49 . Obviously it's not the same as a real piano but a heck of a lot better than the sound I got on the Korg Kross which sounds like they found it in Bodie, CA ghost town under a dust pile.
This dude is cold I like those jazz cords he was using
Wow, Blake Angelos really knows how to play enticing stuff and bring out the instrument's capabilities!
Really cool demo: I enjoyed it from start to finish... Blake, thank you so much for your enthusiasm! As a musician I appreciate your great talent. As a teacher and trainer I appreciate your great communication skills. Very well done!
Best ever presentation (to me) of a keyboard ever whether from Alesis/Roland/Korg/Yamaha/Kurzweil. Thanks!
Yamaha redid the Keybed on this instrument recently w the release of the MX Bk/blu series. The keys are now a matte finish and feel much better.. Best action I've encountered on a light keyboard.
Wowwwww!!! It fits in the Overhead Bin of a Flight !!!! MX 49 U r Mine now !!!!
Very nice description and demo Blake. I did not buy an MX yet, but your video has me on the buying edge. Your enthusiasm for the product is great, and I like how you interpreted that enthusiasm into a well organized description of the MX + Cubase integration features.
The sweetness sounded literally wow
A muthafucka stole my beloved Yamaha MX 49 but my buddies bought me brand new Yamaha MODX 6. I loved that keyboard.
Blake is one of the very best demo/explain stuff guys on the planet !
Okay I'm sold. After much searching, I think this is finally the one I want.
This video just convinced me of what I needed to know. I've been on the hunt for a 61 key synth/keyboard that has great sounds for performance and works great with software as well! Thank you Yamaha and Kraft Music!!
I have an MX61 I love it. I can play my favorite 80's songs on it and make them sound near 100%🎹🎹🎹
Then prove it...put up some videos....
Do you play the piano and keyboard like I do. Id like to see you play too
John Gengelbach I don't have much in the way of me being filmed playing(there is some segments here and there)...but mainly...most of my videos are of my music(with film and video game footage)...you can see them if you visit my channel.I also have another channel under the name; MiddleEarth0069
I dont think you can play because you're not responding back dude
I did respond...this is what I had written to you an hour ago; I don't have much in the way of me being filmed playing(there is some segments here and there)...but mainly...most of my videos are of my music(with film and video game footage)...you can see them if you visit my channel.I also have another channel under the name; MiddleEarth0069
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Excellent demo! Thanks so much. Just waiting for my MX61 to arrive!
even now - in 2018 - SOLD.
Finaly found good and usefull Demo! You just got 3 points: for excellent music skills, for interesting comment and for using awsome music device. Keep going, good job!
I've never ever seen a more convincing video :) I was looking for exactly THAT kind of thing - a fine, capable instrument with a set of great presets & with the inborn computer-connectivity for to start with - as an amateur. Liked your fine, moody tunes of your own as well!
This guy is an awesome teacher and player, looks like I'm gonna get my Yamaha MX61
thanks......YAMAHA !
14:19 cubase info
Always love your demo's. Real world stuff and great playing.
Got this board in the Lay-a-way now! ...Can't wait!
I'm ord ring one in a week.I was blown away by the sounds,those lush pads,pianos omg.Hows your?
Excellent demo! Really tasteful and applicable examples.
Great vid,concise,no faffing around,real cool tutorial.I tried to get to grips with cubase some time ago,as well as sonar,fryed my head,gave up.But now I have time and peace in my life,you sir have inspired me to get back on track thank you.Just bought this monster because of the computer side of things,along with my jdxi and my Gaia synth I will be able to ramp it up to11,and rip the knob off in no uncertain terms THANKYOU ,and now for some serious noodling,take care,great stuff,Skullduggery EDM.
I love his demos .. respect Sr🙂
I'd love to see a manufacturer make a 61- or 76-key weighted keyboard. When I had a 61, I rarely ran out of notes, but I did not like the action.
I know you buy smaller keyboards for portability, and the weighted action goes against that, but it might be a good middle ground.
It might also be a good complement to my DGX-650.
This was a very good demo. Next up, should be some sound designing...
Un teclado que reúne 3 características fundamentales: exelente sonido, versatilidad de funciones, un diseño estilizado y compacto. Hacen que este teclado sea todo un obra maestra de ingieneria! Espero que lo fabriquen con 76 tecla, manteniendo el mismo diseño.
Ohhhhh snaaap, i Love your Track at 21:50 👌
Can I upload my DX-7 sounds into it? that's basically most what I care about, looking to upgrade to new keyboard and load my own sounds I know montage can do it but its so heavy, expensive and I won't use 80% of its functions. YAMAHA?
You always make these videos enjoyable to watch, regardless of whether the product is good or not so good, I happen to like Yamaha, still have my MU90r from way back when, for some reason, have not bought a new Yamaha Synth, this would be a good option for me, I just wish they would add aftertouch to their cheaper synths. Thanks for a really great demo. Cheers - Andy
+AndyBarrow Glad you enjoyed it! Stay tuned to our channel for more new videos :)
-Dave
Kraft Music hello sir. Can i ask if the mx-61 is better than the yamaha mo6? Thanks
Wooow I'd like to learn to play like you. I'm in love with the guitar part.
Excellent video! Thank you for this information!
"When I look over here on the left" - he points to the right hand side. LOL Nice review though as always.
I immediately noticed that as well.😂
Does it work well with UVI Workstation / Neo Soul Keys 4.0 ?
I thought the main difference between a keyboard and a synthesizer was control. They both can have presets, but with a synth you can not only completely edit presets to your liking, you can also sculpt your own sounds from basic waves from the VCOs (tri, saw, square, etc). This seems more like a (good) keyboard. Am I wrong?
I downloaded to my computer it's tricky to use. I'm not familiar with the program. It took a while to get my computer to recognize my mx 61. Im still learning I've just been playing the keyboard with out my computer hooked up.
Fantastic prof-play and reklam very too!!! Thank-you very much for fantastic reklam!! And very very dears in corporation in Yamaha too!! I`love you everybody!!
Very nice demonstration.
Hi Blake, 2 questions: Other than the FM Essential app, can the MX88 keyboard control other iPad synths such as Korg Gadget through the same USB input and have the audio come out through the MX88 as well? Also, do the DAW controls work with Logic/Digital Performer/Protools besides Cubase? Thanks!
I got well disappointing when i learned that you basically have to live with the MX audio interface taking over as your main interface - asked a guy in the store that told me the "audio interface" was only to send audio to the DAW... but you have to run the MX as your main interface to do so, meaning i got no headphone amps, have to change interface while recording vocals etc... all in all, just as easy, if not easier to just record from old Motif as an instrument when needed... so just because i wanted to record Motif audio straight easier things just got more complicated/inconvenient :(
oh damn... thanks for this comment
how about you show us how you recorded the performance into Cubase! It would truly help
I got the mx61 used so it didnt come with cubase and the other stuff I just wanted to know if you could record things in the mx61 without a daw
Lots of Information ...Thankyou!
Yamaha mx 61 or Roland Juno ds61
question, can you have bass on left side and piano/strings on right side?
Great Demo. Thank you so much.
I am somehow unable to integrate Cubase AI Elements 6 with my Yamaha MX49 :(. I have installed the latest Yamaha Steinberg driver V1.9.9 from the website, however the driver doesnt show up in the driver control panel OR cubase software.
Can you please help?
Superb explanation. Thank you very much. 😍
each day i love more acoustic instruments or electro-acoustic...This new wave of digital instruments dont has the creativity of the really instruments..
Do you not need an audio interface to record the sounds of the keyboard vs using it as a controller.. or does the USB connection allow it to do both?
You don't need an extra/external audio interface - Yamaha MX can do both -> yamahasynth.com/ask-a-question/can-i-use-the-mx49-or-mx61-as-audio-interface-for-piano-vst
@TheDukeofJuke Incorrect, as the keyboard has it's own internal interface, you can record the audio from the keyboard directly into your computer and use it as a controller via the very same usb cable.
I'm just play for for fun I really enjoy playing the piano its my hobby. I retaught myself how to play over a year ago. Im at a level I can play my favorite songs. I played when I was young. I lost interest many years ago I have the time to play now.
I dream with the same integration for logic pro x :(
You’re explanations are very good! So, can you offer some advice? I’m a sax/ fiddle etc player who can get around a keyboard a bit but not bothered about the cube base etc. I openly cheat!
So, for example, is it possible to sequence a boogie-woogie patten with the left hand and play live with the right hand? Regards
I love the sound of this keyboard and all the great features, but not into Cubase at all. Why, I purchased a ZOOM R24 that came with Cubase 6 SE that came with it. It was too complicated and didn't work right. I go PreSonus Artist 1. 2 and it was intuitive and worked properly.
I've my new Yamaha mx88 today and I've been trying to save a soundtrack that I've made from another piano in it but I can't find it. help me pls
Hi can you save your farvite tones for easy access?
Interesting thing is that an organ manual/keyboard has 61 keys, hence the name of this keyboard synthesizer.
I'm a guitar player who has only been learning Keys for a short time and want to start adding it to live performances with my band. I'm confused wether I can get by with a 61 key version or should I buy the 88? I'm not a pianist and have no interest in becoming one, I play mostly pop and rock. I just don't want to buy something that's going to limit me. Any advice welcome.
I would recommend going with an 88-key if you plan on playing any classical piano (Chopin, Beethoven, etc.) But all models have a transpose feature, and the 49-key is both versatile and affordable. However if cost is an issue, and you do prefer an 88-key, you can get the 49-key which has the same tone engine and connect an 88 key Midi controller. This is in fact the same setup I use since I could not afford or find an 88-key at the time and cost and space were an issue. M-Audio has an affordable one with lots of options and the bundle pack would land somewhere around 750. The 88-key MX is almost 1100. Hope this helps! And because MIDI Expansion is always an option, the most frugal option is the 49-key.
I'd like to purchase one of this after watching this video...But I've got some need 2 ask you...Could the MIDI Audio integrated inside the MX series replace the MIDI Interface ? I'm the beginner and I don't know it so much. Thank you
man i just love that little jazz improvising lick that he did at the time count of 13:53 all the way to 14:04... sick... those are chord movements that i truly love hearing and i can say that becuz i am a musician myself lol
ijs... music like that makes you wanna really appreciate the essence of music
Terry Williams I dont usually listen to jazz and dont really like it but yeah that was nice
RCmies yeah I feel ya dude
May I know how to get the *.ins file instrument definition for Sonar?
great video man thank you
How can i play just a single patch on a single midi channel using this as a sound module and another synth as a controller? seems these sounds are spread over several midi channels. just wanna use one nice single channel/voice bass patch on it for an existing sequence? can't find this in the manual anywhere. set the basic channel to the one to match the part on the sequencer, but no sound comes out. this is basic stuff but the manual goes into zero detail. thanks in advance
Believe it or not I cannot find the actual "Download"button of FM Essential app anywhere
Just ordered me a 49. Now I dont have to take my motif home from church to practice.
I got the 61, can't wait to take it to church 😁😁😁😁
I have tried all this in Cubase 9 and it doesn't control anything. It's so frustrating!
I am returning mine because it does not do all that the review says. Also the Ext.Music player DOES NOT LOOP. It simply play the length of the track and boom sTop. I researched this but it appears it is not designed to LOOP non stop. To me this a a big draw back. Hence I am returning it right away. No to mention it does not have any built-in memory to save anything. What a LOSS !
Can it do FM sounds and modelling like the DX and/or Montage? Because I don't have enough money for a either and the Reface is too small.
Hi Blake, thanks for another excellent review. I almost decided to buy Yamaha PSR (970 vs 770) series music synthesizer until I saw this review. May be you can help me to decide between MX 61 and PSR. Which one is better in terms of sound quality and ease of use. My main interest is to create and play back music tracks.
Hello Sr. Need help. Can I use it with Ableton Live Suite???
can you dual two sounds like an electric piano and concert piano and then split it with a bass? or it wouldnt let it?
which one has a numerous synths? Electro 5/ FA 06/ MX 61? thank you
You have hooked me on this synth besides one thing: are you able to change the part tuning of individual parts?
How come the grand piano always sounds great in these demo reviews but not in reality? I own an MX 61, but the grand piano is not even close to the one presented here.
Its in the fingers my man. Unfortunately, I have the same problem. lol
Does this have a quick select feature? Wherein you can access your selected instruments with a single press?
Performance Mode you have 2 active sounds and 14 sounds you can load in for say a Gig, on far right of keyboard select the part button and hit the button you want to move to next with no pause from one sound to the next, another feature no other mfr offers at this price.
Thats why I really like this keyboard
How do you Connectet the Piano with cubase?
can i conect this yamaha with other interface perhapse through the midi in and out ,so the other interface be the main source??
hey psr 550 old one keyboard has a good sound of soprano(153).
now why yamaha is not providing that quality of tone in these new generation keyboard.
With the MX they provide MOTIF sounds these are muuuuuch better and real sounding than those of the PSR series,which are good too.
Can we use a other software that cubase for this yamaha? i use ableton and i want to know if i can take this piece and if he's absolutly compatible with this softw. big video :)
prefer my FA06 as has 512 user studio sets [ perfomances ], mx61 only has 128, and 512 user patches and for me that large no. of user memorys is a deal breaker for me as i program a very large no. of these studio sets/patches of my own
Hello, can someone help me in storing the tones in an order or in the 16 registers on the panel.. Please help..
How do you save a custom performance to memory?
Hi everyone. I'm deciding between this one , and Roland Juno DS61. What do you think ?????
Depends on how you want to use the keyboard.
if your budjet can stretch to afford it i would get the FA06 as is far superia with some great extra features. i have the FA06 and the DS88. but the DS61 if you cant quite make the cost of an FA06 is still a very good budjet keyboard
I own a Juno ds 61 and in some days I own a mx 49 Version 2, too. 😊
Does this keyboard only map like that with cubase or with any daw. Ive ben trying to find info about this and no one can or has done a video showing that. everything is only cubase.
You can use it as a midi controller sure, but it has more extensive integration features with Cubase.
i work with cubase so mx49 is my number choice for synth controller ill send my MX trough my bigsky and timeline and bliss is awaiting me
This guy's voice sounds like Frosty the Snowman from the animated special from the 60s
I'm considering picking up the MX49 or MX61 for my personal studio, and will be integrating with Cubase 8 Pro. When he demonstrated recording into Cubase, it showed the audio output being recorded to one stereo mixdown audio track. Is it possible to record each of the 16 parts to their own audio track in Cubase simultaneously? In other words, does the USB connection support streaming of 16 individual audio outs that can be routed to individual audio tracks in Cubase, or is it just a single stereo out? I'd like to be able to record each part individually to its own track for further mixing and processing within Cubase. Unless Cubase treats the MX as if it were a 16 output VSTi, this integration would be pretty limiting.
Thanks for watching! The MX functions as a 2 channel USB audio interface, so you are not able to simultaneously record each of the 16 parts into Cubase. However, you can achieve that functionality by muting all parts except for track 1, record track 1 into Cubase as audio, then mute all parts except for track 2, record track 2 as audio, and repeat this process for all remaining tracks. Yes, it's a bit more time consuming, but this workflow will get you 16 individual audio tracks that you can use to create a precise mix. Cheers!
-Dave
Kraft Music thanks for your reply, Dave. I fail to see the value that this synth provides in terms of Cubase integration, though. The workflow that you described is the same workflow that I use for my other hardware synths in Cubase, even my 18 year old Alesia QS8.1. Granted, in this case the audio streams via USB, but the same can be said for many several synths on the market today. Other than being able to assign a few buttons to controls in Cubase, what additional value does this synth add in terms of Cubase integration over its competitors? I think the Roland Juno DS also boasts integration for the most popular DAWs. I’d expect more in this regard from Yamaha given their relationship with Steinberg. Providing a stereo output to Cubase for each of the 16 parts so you could record all parts to their own audio track in one play-through seems like the obvious clinch feature for this synth in terms of Cubase integration. Playing through a 4 minute song 16 times (over an hour) just to convert MIDI to audio tracks is not a workflow improvement.
I’ll probably still buy this synth because I like the sound of it, but not before comparing side by side with the Roland. If the MX offered 16 discreet outputs to Cubase, I’d have one in my studio now.
Yeah, I hear you. The ability to stream 16 channels of audio over USB would be awesome, but I guess it's beyond the scope of something like MX.
Kraft Music That’s a fair point, I guess I’m expecting too much at this price point. Looking into it further, it looks like Yamaha offered such a solution in the Motif XS Rack if you purchased an optional FireWire card. This enabled the Motif XS to stream 16 discreet audio inputs to your DAW, plus MIDI. Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear that the FireWire card is available anymore, so I guess there wasn’t enough demand for this capability, which I find surprising.
Guess I’ll be continuing to convert my tracks one at a time!
Correction to my last reply, Yamaha has a newer Firewire card available called the FW16E that allows Motif XF and XS hardware synths to stream 16 channels of audio straight into your DAW. The card is a bit pricey, but likely worth it for anyone looking to do serious recording with the Motif as a primary sound source for their DAW projects. Being able to stream 16 channels of audio directly to individual audio tracks in the DAW is a big time saver and workflow improvement.
What’s the difference between the MO and MX?
This better than the Motif xf series?
What is plugged in to the Device input?
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Dumb question: How many performance sets can you store on this?
guy said so early in the video, you must have missed it. 128, performances, thats why i prefer my FA06 as has 512 performances [ studio sets-roland speak ] and 512 single patches, dont know how many single patches mx61 has
I'm looking for deals on the mx 61, any ideas?
Is this a "Controller" keyboard which I'm not very familiar with understanding but I think is a keyboard that has to run into a PC or something because it has no sound of its own and gets its sounds via hooking up to somrething else? In other words is this NOT a stand-alone synth which generates its own sound? I'm interested in a 49 key synth but seems all the 49 key things are all "Controllers." Thanks. Neophyte keyboard person here.
HALpodbay Behringuer Deepmind 12 with 49 full size keys and aftertoch 12 voices etc
Why does it have two power chords?
what soundsystem you are using this video sir?
how much is the keyboard stand you are using?
Nice Demo Dave Thanks....is Kraft music a branch of Yamaha?
If by a "branch of Yamaha"...you mean,an authorized retailer,than yeah,Kraft music is a branch of Yamaha...so is Sweetwater,GuitarCenter,Musiciansfriend,SamAsh,BHphotoandvideo,Freehold Music Center,Russo Music Asbury Park,Music & Arts Centers,Zzounds,AmericanMusicalSupply,Interstate Music...just to name a few...