Roland Fantom-08 vs Yamaha MODX6
| Roland Fantom-08 | Yamaha MODX6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | PHA-4 Standard (with Escapement and Ivory Feel) | Semi-weighted keyboard |
| Aftertouch | — | no |
| Polyphony | 256 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 3500 | — |
| Sequencer | 16-track clip-based | — |
| Sound engine | ZEN-Core + SuperNATURAL Acoustic + VTW Organ (Only ZONE2) + MODEL sound generators (EXM) | Motion Control Synthesis Engine AMW2: 8 Elements, FM-X: 8 Operators, 88 Algorithms |
| Effects | Multi-Effects 16 systems/90 types | — |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | — |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | Yes | — |
| Weight | 14.8 kg | 6.6 kg |
| Released | 2022 | 2018 |
| Discontinued | — | 2022 |
| Status | current | discontinued |
| Keys | 88 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha MODX6 if budget is the priority — it is about $850 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Yamaha MODX6 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (14.8 kg vs 6.6 kg).
- Choose the Roland Fantom-08 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 128).
Full spec sheets: Roland Fantom-08 · Yamaha MODX6. Rows with a highlighted background differ.