Yamaha MODX6 vs Yamaha MONTAGE M8x
| Yamaha MODX6 | Yamaha MONTAGE M8x | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Semi-weighted keyboard | GEX Keyboard (88 weighted keys with polyphonic aftertouch) |
| Aftertouch | no | polyphonic |
| Polyphony | 2 | 256 |
| Sounds / presets | — | 3369 |
| Sound engine | Motion Control Synthesis Engine: AWM2 (8 elements) + FM-X (8 operators, 88 algorithms) | Motion Control Synthesis: AWM2 (128 elements) + FM-X (8 operators, 88 algorithms) + AN-X (virtual analog) |
| Effects | — | 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 | 6.6 kg | 28.1 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 1446 × 170 × 460 mm |
| Battery power | — | no |
| Released | 2018 | 2023 |
| Release month | 9 | — |
| Discontinued | 2022 | — |
| Status | discontinued | current |
| Keys | 61 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha MODX6 if budget is the priority — it is about $2850 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Yamaha MODX6 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (6.6 kg vs 28.1 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha MONTAGE M8x if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (2 vs 256).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha MODX6 · Yamaha MONTAGE M8x. Rows with a highlighted background differ.