Yamaha MOTIF XS8 88-Key Music Production Synthesizer Workstation Keyboard

The MOTIF XS8 from Yamaha is a professional 88-key synthesizer workstation ideal for use in both live and studio settings. It uses a powerful sound engine and high-quality waveforms and samples to bring your performance an incredibly realistic sound. Each voice can have up to eight separate elements of sound for increased complexity and nuance. The Expanded Articulation system provides more natural legato, staccato, and key release sounds, while special Mega Voices add richness to sequencer tracks and arpeggios.

The built-in arpeggiator provides approximately 6000 preprogrammed phrases, and you can have up to four of them playing simultaneously in perfect sync - great for live performances. As you play, you can store your ideas as songs or patterns to the internal memory. A 16-track sampling sequencer combines audio and MIDI recording so you can record music played on the keyboard along with music from a microphone, external instrument, or CD. A unique Slice feature lets you break a piece down into individual beats and notes for precise manipulation without affecting pitch or sound quality.

The MOTIF XS8 offers an intuitive interface complete with a large, color backlit LCD, pitch and modulation wheels, a ribbon controller, and assignable knobs and sliders so you can make adjustments to parameters and effects in real-time while you play. Effects include reverb, delay, EQ, and more. In addition to the built-in capabilities, the keyboard can be connected to your computer and integrated with your DAW. It offers seamless integration with popular software such as Cubase 4, Logic, SONAR, and Digital Performer.

• 88-Key Keyboard

    The keyboard has 88 full-size keys for great playability while maintaining a compact form for easy storage and travel.

• High-Quality Audio

    High-quality on-board samples and waveforms provide a realistic sound with terrific detail and nuance. The Expanded Articulation system recreates performances techniques such as legato, staccato, and key release for a more authentic sound. A wide variety of voices and drum kits are provided for playing in many genres and styles.

• Intuitive Interface

    The interface features pitch and modulation wheels, a ribbon controller, and assignable sliders and knobs so you can make real-time tweaks to parameters and effects while you play. A large backlit LCD shows vital information.

• Arpeggiator

    Approximately 6000 arpeggio phrases are provided, up to four of which can be played simultaneously. Perfect for live performance, the arpeggiator lets you create full jam sessions that can be recorded as songs or patterns.

• Integrated Sampling Sequencer

    Seamlessly combine audio and MIDI recording to record your playing, vocals, external instrument, or music from a CD. The Slice feature lets you manipulate your recordings with great precision without affecting pitch and sound quality. 1

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    Please Note:

    Optional RAM DIMMS (Up to 1GB) must be installed to take advantage of the MOTIF XS8's recording features.

• Effects

    Built-in effects include reverb, delay, EQ, and more for customizing your sound.

• Connectivity

    The MOTIF XS8 features a 1/4" stereo input, 1/4" stereo outputs, a S/PDIF digital output, footswitch and pedal inputs, and a full complement of MIDI connectors. A USB to Device connector lets you connect a USB hard drive or flash drive. For connecting to your computer or network it has a USB port, Ethernet jack, and two FireWire ports for mLAN capabilities.

• Software

    The keyboard is designed to operate seamlessly with popular DAW software such as Cubase, Logic, SONAR, and Digital Performer. Cubase AI software is included to give you pro-level recording tools, and it is easily upgraded to Cubase 4. MOTIF XS editing software is freely-downloadable for editing and mixing your work.

Keyboard

    88-Key Balanced Hammer Effect Keyboard with Initial Touch and Aftertouch

Polyphony

    128

Multitimbral

    16 Parts (Internal)

    Audio Input Parts (A/D, mLAN)

Synthesis Method

    AWM2 with Expanded Articulation

Presets

    Voices: 1024

    Drum Kits: 64

    GM Voices: 128

    GM Drum Kits: 1

    Filters: 18

    Patterns: 64

    Mixing Templates 32

    Songs: 64

    Arpeggios: 6000 Types

Sequencer

    16-Track, 130,000 Note Sequencer

Record and Playback

    WAV, AIFF

User Memory

    User Voices: 128 x 3

    User Drum Kits: 32

    User Performances: 128 x 3 (Up to 4 Parts)

    User Phrases: 256 Per Pattern

    User Arpeggios: 256 Types

Effects

    Reverb: 9

    Chorus: 22

    Insertion (A/B/L): 53 Types x 8 Blocks

    Master Effect: 9 Types

    Master EQ: 5 Bands

    Part EQ: 3 Bands, Stereo

Controllers

    1 x Pitch Wheel

    1 x Modulation Wheel

    1 x Ribbon Controller

    8 x Assignable Sliders

    8 x Assignable Knobs

    2 x Assignable Function Buttons

    1 x Data Dial

Sample RAM

    None Preinstalled

    Up to 2 x 512MB DIMMS may be Installed

Expansion Slots

    2 x DIMM Slots for Sample RAM

Inputs/Outputs

    1 x AC Power Input

    1 x Ethernet Connector

    1 x USB to Host Connector

    1 x USB to Device Connector

    2 x 6-Pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) Connectors

    1 x S/PDIF RCA Coaxial Digital Output

    3 x MIDI Connectors (In, Out, Thru)

    2 x Footswitch Jacks

    2 x Foot Controller Jacks

    2 x 1/4" Stereo Outputs (4 Jacks, 2 Assignable)

    1 x 1/4" Headphone Output

    1 x 1/4" Stereo Input (2 Jacks)

Storage

    Internal Memory

    Up to 1GB of Optional Sample RAM

    Backup to a Computer or External USB Storage Device

Amplifier

    No

Speakers

    No

Display

    320 x 240 Graphic Color Backlit LCD with Adjustable Contrast

Dimensions (WxDxH)

    57.4 x 18.3 x 6.6" (1457 x 466 x 168mm)

Weight

    28.6kg

Accessories included:

*  Stands & Accessories

    * Benches

    * Amplifiers

    * Headphones & Accessories

    * Cables & Adapters

    * Cases & Protection

    * Pedals

    * Expansion Cards

    * Controllers

    * Effects Processors

    * AC Power Cord

    * Data List

    * DAW Software Disc

    * Owner's Manual

    * 1-Year Limited Warranty