Roland Fantom-08 vs Yamaha MODX+
| Roland Fantom-08 | Yamaha MODX+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | PHA-4 Standard (with Escapement and Ivory Feel) | GHS Keyboard |
| Polyphony | 256 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 3500 | 2500 |
| Sequencer | 16-track clip-based | 16-track |
| Sound engine | ZEN-Core + SuperNATURAL Acoustic + VTW Organ (Only ZONE2) + MODEL sound generators (EXM) | AWM2 + FM-X |
| Effects | Multi-Effects 16 systems/90 types | VCM |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| USB audio | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 14.8 kg | 13.8 kg |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
| 88 Algorithms; Effects | — | Reverb x 12 |
| Master Effect X 26; Sequencer | — | 16 Sequence tracks |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha MODX+ if budget is the priority — it is about $300 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Yamaha MODX+ if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (14.8 kg vs 13.8 kg).
- Choose the Roland Fantom-08 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 128).
- Choose the Roland Fantom-08 if you want more variety of built-in voices (3500 vs 2500).
Full spec sheets: Roland Fantom-08 · Yamaha MODX+. Rows with a highlighted background differ.