Yamaha MX88BK Black 88-Key Music Synthesizer With Ghs Action

Yamaha MX88BK 88-Key Weighted Music Synthesizer (MX88BK)
The Yamaha MX88 is a full-sized, performance-ready synthesizer that combines the MOTIF sound engine with an 88-key Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) keyboard. Designed for players who need acoustic piano feel and professional-grade synth power, the MX88 integrates effortlessly with iOS, Mac, and PC for music production, practice, or performance. With over 1,100 voices, Virtual Circuit Modeling (VCM) effects, and intuitive DAW control, the MX88 is built for serious musicians who demand portability, expression, and creative depth.

Features

• 88-key GHS weighted action keyboard with authentic piano touch
• MOTIF sound engine with 1,106 voices, 128-note polyphony, and 16-part multitimbrality
• Virtual Circuit Modeling effects simulate vintage processors with detail and warmth
• Damper Resonance DSP simulates acoustic grand piano pedal resonance
• USB Audio/MIDI interface for seamless DAW recording/playback
• Class-compliant USB for plug-and-play with iOS, Mac, or PC
• Remote DAW control with transport, fader, and VST functions
• Compatible with Cubase AI, Cubasis LE2, FM Essential, and more
• AUX input for smartphones and tablets
• Auto power-off function conserves energy

Specifications

Dimensions
- Width: 1,320 mm
- Height: 168 mm
- Depth: 405 mm

Weight
- Net Weight: 13.9 kg
- Packing Box Dimensions: 1,525 mm (W) x 279 mm (H) x 513 mm (D)

Keyboard
- Number of Keys: 88
- Initial Touch: Yes (velocity-sensitive GHS action)

Sound Engine
- Tone Generator: AWM2
- Maximum Polyphony: 128 notes
- Multi-Timbral Capacity: 16 Parts (internal)
- Wave Memory: Approx. 166 MB (converted to 16-bit linear format)

Voices
- Preset: 1,106 Normal Voices + 61 Drum Kits
- GM: 128 Normal Voices + 1 Drum Kit
- User: 128 Normal Voices + 8 Drum Kits
- Performance Memory: 128 user performances (16 parts)

Effects
- Reverb: 9 types (42 presets)
- Chorus: 17 types (88 presets)
- Insertion Effects: 48 types (267 presets) × 4
- Master EQ: 5 bands

Sequencer & Arpeggio
- Tempo Range: 5 – 300 BPM
- Songs: 27 demo songs
- Patterns: 208
- Arpeggio Types: 999
- Sequence Format: SMF Format 0 (playback only)

DAW Integration
Compatible Software (Remote Control):
- Windows: Cubase 8 or later, SONAR X2 Producer
- Mac: Cubase 8 or later, Logic Pro X, Digital Performer 9
(Note: Controllable functions vary by software)

Controllers
- Pitch Bend Wheel: 1
- Modulation Wheel: 1
- Assignable Knobs: 4
- Data Dial: 1

Display
- 3-digit LED + 20 x 2 character backlit LCD

Connectors
- Main Output: L/MONO, R (standard phone jack)
- Headphones: 1 x standard stereo phone jack
- Foot Controller Input
- Sustain Pedal Input
- MIDI IN / OUT
- USB TO HOST (Class Compliant)
- USB TO DEVICE
- AUX IN (3.5 mm stereo mini)
- DC IN

Power
- Power Supply: 9 W

Accessories
- Included: AC Adaptor (PA-150B or equivalent), Owner’s Manual, Cubase AI Download Information