Yamaha MX61 61-Key Semi-Weighted Music Synthesizer - Open Box

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Product Overview Overview The Yamaha MX61 is a professional 61-key semi-weighted music synthesizer designed to deliver studio-grade sound in a highly portable chassis. Powered by the legendary MOTIF XS sound engine, this synthesizer provides musicians with an expansive palette of over 1,000 voices, ranging from authentic acoustic pianos and strings to complex, modern synth textures. This open-box unit is in like-new condition and has been fully inspected to ensure professional performance. What Stands Out Key Details MOTIF XS Sound Engine: Access over 1,000 high-quality voices derived from the world-famous MOTIF series, including realistic acoustic instruments and cutting-edge electronic sounds. Performance Mode: Quickly create complex arrangements using dedicated Split and Layer buttons, allowing you to combine two voices with independent intelligent arpeggiators and a dedicated drum track. Polyphony & Multitimbrality: Features 128-note polyphony and 16-part MIDI capability, making it an ideal tone generator for dense DAW sequences and live playback without sound cutoff. Integrated VCM Effects: Equipped with Virtual Circuitry Modeling (VCM) to simulate vintage hardware effects, including classic equalizers, flangers, phasers, and wah effects. DAW Integration: Includes a suite of physical knobs and buttons for controlling internal parameters and external VSTs. Features advanced integration with Cubase, including an AI knob for streamlined parameter control. USB Audio/MIDI Interface: Class-compliant "plug and play" functionality allows the MX61 to act as a professional audio and MIDI interface for your computer or iOS device. Best For Use Cases Live Performance: The lightweight 4.8kg design and semi-weighted keys make it an ideal choice for touring musicians who need MOTIF-quality sounds without the bulk. Home Studio Production: Use it as a primary MIDI controller and sound module, recording high-quality audio directly into a DAW via the bi-directional USB interface. Worship & Education: Perfect for church environments or classrooms where a wide variety of realistic instrument sounds and easy-to-use category selection are required. iOS Integration: Pair with an iPad or iPhone to use the FM Essential app or Cubasis LE for mobile music creation. Setup Notes Installation The Yamaha MX61 is a plug-and-play instrument. To begin, connect the power supply and use the USB TO HOST port to connect to your computer or iOS device (a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter is required for iOS). For external audio, connect studio monitors or a PA system to the main outputs. To expand your storage or play back.WAV files, insert a USB flash drive into the USB TO DEVICE port. Use the AUX input for connecting tablets or MP3 players for accompaniment. Compatibility Check Compatibility Supported Operating Systems: Windows PC, macOS, and iOS. Connectivity: Class-compliant USB audio/MIDI. Software Integration: Optimized for Steinberg Cubase (includes Cubase AI) and Cubasis LE (iOS). Hardware Requirements: USB flash drive for external data storage (USB TO DEVICE port). Verified Product Facts Additional Details Manufacturer: Yamaha Edition: Open Box (Like New) Delivery Format: Physical Shipment Dimensions: 984 x 112 x 299 mm Weight: 4.8kg Included Software: Steinberg Cubase AI, Steinberg Prologue, Yamaha YC-3B organ emulator.

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• Brand: Yamaha