Yamaha MODX+ vs Yamaha MONTAGE M8x
| Yamaha MODX+ | Yamaha MONTAGE M8x | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | GHS Keyboard | GEX Keyboard (88 weighted keys with polyphonic aftertouch) |
| Polyphony | 128 | 256 |
| Sounds / presets | 2500 | 3369 |
| Sequencer | 16-track | — |
| Sound engine | AWM2 + FM-X | Motion Control Synthesis: AWM2 (128 elements) + FM-X (8 operators, 88 algorithms) + AN-X (virtual analog) |
| Effects | VCM | Reverb x 12, Variation x 88, Insertion A x 88, Insertion B x 89, Master Effect x 26 types; Master EQ |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | Yes | Yes |
| Pads / faders | — | no (8 control sliders + 8 knobs + Super Knob, ribbon controller) |
| Weight | 13.8 kg | 28.1 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | [1446, 170, 460] mm |
| Battery power | — | no |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 |
| 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 $2300 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Yamaha MODX+ if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (13.8 kg vs 28.1 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha MONTAGE M8x if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (128 vs 256).
- Choose the Yamaha MONTAGE M8x if you want more variety of built-in voices (2500 vs 3369).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha MODX+ · Yamaha MONTAGE M8x. Rows with a highlighted background differ.