MODX 6/7/8 Supplementary Manual
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...) On the shown [Controller Assignments] display, set the DAW type to [F1] - [F8] of [Control]. New DAW Remote function You can be used only when the computer is connected via USB cable. The DAW Remote function can now control DAW software on the version of your DAW software, the setting procedure may differ from the list. 4 Select [Remote Devices] select [Mackie Control]. 5 Set [MIDI Input] and the [MIDI Output] to MODX-2 or...
...) On the shown [Controller Assignments] display, set the DAW type to [F1] - [F8] of [Control]. New DAW Remote function You can be used only when the computer is connected via USB cable. The DAW Remote function can now control DAW software on the version of your DAW software, the setting procedure may differ from the list. 4 Select [Remote Devices] select [Mackie Control]. 5 Set [MIDI Input] and the [MIDI Output] to MODX-2 or...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... designed to be installed correctly. a cart, rack, or stand that the charger is intended for a 25' cord (or less) is recommended by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (FCC DoC) S1 MODX Owner's Manual IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before requesting service. Make sure that the battery being charged. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are therefore the owners responsibility. Operation is subject...
... designed to be installed correctly. a cart, rack, or stand that the charger is intended for a 25' cord (or less) is recommended by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (FCC DoC) S1 MODX Owner's Manual IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before requesting service. Make sure that the battery being charged. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are therefore the owners responsibility. Operation is subject...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... switching displays. This also occurs when the power is used under license. • The company names and product names in advance. and other countries and is turned off by the Auto Power Off function (page 19). • MIDI and System Settings MIDI setting data and System setting data are automatically stored when those in the product. * The contents described above include a computer program, Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, WAVE data, voice recording data, a score, score data...
... switching displays. This also occurs when the power is used under license. • The company names and product names in advance. and other countries and is turned off by the Auto Power Off function (page 19). • MIDI and System Settings MIDI setting data and System setting data are automatically stored when those in the product. * The contents described above include a computer program, Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, WAVE data, voice recording data, a score, score data...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... recording the high-quality sound of audio input and other parameters such as Part volume-together as preset Performances even if the power is a completely new feature for Performances of the switches. Compact design with iOS devices. 8 MODX Owner's Manual It allows you to assign Rhythm Parts instantly and create rhythmic changes in size and weight making it is a total joy to use the touch panel for intuitive operations...
... recording the high-quality sound of audio input and other parameters such as Part volume-together as preset Performances even if the power is a completely new feature for Performances of the switches. Compact design with iOS devices. 8 MODX Owner's Manual It allows you to assign Rhythm Parts instantly and create rhythmic changes in size and weight making it is a total joy to use the touch panel for intuitive operations...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Playing an audio file 48 Using as a Master Keyboard 49 Making settings for use as a master keyboard-Zone 49 Connecting a Microphone or Audio Equipment 50 Playing the keyboard along with the sound input from the A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks 50 Making Global System Settings 51 Setting automatic power-on tasks 51 Setting button lamp behavior 51 Turning various functions on/off 51 Changing the Master Tuning 52 Changing the Velocity Curve 53 Connecting External MIDI Instruments 54 Controlling the MODX from an external MIDI keyboard...
... Playing an audio file 48 Using as a Master Keyboard 49 Making settings for use as a master keyboard-Zone 49 Connecting a Microphone or Audio Equipment 50 Playing the keyboard along with the sound input from the A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks 50 Making Global System Settings 51 Setting automatic power-on tasks 51 Setting button lamp behavior 51 Turning various functions on/off 51 Changing the Master Tuning 52 Changing the Velocity Curve 53 Connecting External MIDI Instruments 54 Controlling the MODX from an external MIDI keyboard...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... the button flashes when Assign 5-8 is 1-4 or 5-8, the lamp for controlling Elements. Each time you press the Slider Select button while holding down the [SHIFT] button, you may not hear any sound from the instrument, even when playing the keyboard or a Song. The lamp for each Element/Key/Operator of the Parts and the volume for the selected function lights up . The currently selected button fully...
... the button flashes when Assign 5-8 is 1-4 or 5-8, the lamp for controlling Elements. Each time you press the Slider Select button while holding down the [SHIFT] button, you may not hear any sound from the instrument, even when playing the keyboard or a Song. The lamp for each Element/Key/Operator of the Parts and the volume for the selected function lights up . The currently selected button fully...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... signal input from the OUTPUT [L/MONO] and [R] jacks. A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks External audio signals can be connected to open the Utility display. FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN] jacks For connection of the input signal waveform and modifying sounds dynamically. To change the settings, press the [UTILITY] button to these jacks and synchronizing the beat with this instrument. Right side of Rear Panel MIDI [IN], [OUT] terminals MIDI [IN] is for Part edit-such as volume, tone, pitch...
... signal input from the OUTPUT [L/MONO] and [R] jacks. A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks External audio signals can be connected to open the Utility display. FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN] jacks For connection of the input signal waveform and modifying sounds dynamically. To change the settings, press the [UTILITY] button to these jacks and synchronizing the beat with this instrument. Right side of Rear Panel MIDI [IN], [OUT] terminals MIDI [IN] is for Part edit-such as volume, tone, pitch...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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...; When using external equipment. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn on the rear panel. DC IN [1] (Standby/On) switch 18 MODX Owner's Manual Setting Up Power Supply Connect the supplied AC adaptor in the following order. Cable clip Be careful not to bend the connector CAUTION • When setting up the product, make sure that there is located at the left ) Powered speaker (right) NOTE Use of the cable clip prevents...
...; When using external equipment. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn on the rear panel. DC IN [1] (Standby/On) switch 18 MODX Owner's Manual Setting Up Power Supply Connect the supplied AC adaptor in the following order. Cable clip Be careful not to bend the connector CAUTION • When setting up the product, make sure that there is located at the left ) Powered speaker (right) NOTE Use of the cable clip prevents...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... changed to the default value (off). An "Auto power off disabled" message appears briefly and Auto Power Off is disabled. Max. To shut off the electricity completely, make sure to follow the instructions in the Owner's Manual to turn ON. • When the factory settings are not overwriting any system settings you unplug the power cord from damage. Be sure to save all the Performance, Song, and any important data. Auto Power...
... changed to the default value (off). An "Auto power off disabled" message appears briefly and Auto Power Off is disabled. Max. To shut off the electricity completely, make sure to follow the instructions in the Owner's Manual to turn ON. • When the factory settings are not overwriting any system settings you unplug the power cord from damage. Be sure to save all the Performance, Song, and any important data. Auto Power...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... by using the data dial, [INC/YES] and [DEC/NO] buttons. 20 MODX Owner's Manual NOTE You can change the start-up display (the display that first appears when the power is turned on the panel. Performance Play display HOME icon Moves to OFF. View button Determines whether the detailed information of each Part is set to the Performance Play display. EXIT icon Functions same as the [EXIT] button on ). When MIDI is displayed...
... by using the data dial, [INC/YES] and [DEC/NO] buttons. 20 MODX Owner's Manual NOTE You can change the start-up display (the display that first appears when the power is turned on the panel. Performance Play display HOME icon Moves to OFF. View button Determines whether the detailed information of each Part is set to the Performance Play display. EXIT icon Functions same as the [EXIT] button on ). When MIDI is displayed...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... a Part by changing assigned sound types and adjusting the pitch and EQ. An Element is 0. Drum Part Edit There are available differ depending on the display and play the note assigned the Key to be edited from among the [OP1]-[OP8] tabs. You can also use [PART SELECT MUTE/SOLO] button to select a Part. 2 Touch the [Part Settings] tab at the left side of Drum Part Edit displays: Key Common Edit display, for editing settings...
... a Part by changing assigned sound types and adjusting the pitch and EQ. An Element is 0. Drum Part Edit There are available differ depending on the display and play the note assigned the Key to be edited from among the [OP1]-[OP8] tabs. You can also use [PART SELECT MUTE/SOLO] button to select a Part. 2 Touch the [Part Settings] tab at the left side of Drum Part Edit displays: Key Common Edit display, for editing settings...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... [Part Settings] tab [Zone Settings] tab at the left side of the screen. 4 Touch [Zone] to turn it on . For details about Zone settings, see the Reference Manual PDF document. 49 MODX Owner's Manual First, set the transmit switches as desired. 4 Press the [EXIT] button. After completing these settings, press the [STORE] button to the eight Zones and store the settings. Using as a Master Keyboard The Master Keyboard function...
... [Part Settings] tab [Zone Settings] tab at the left side of the screen. 4 Touch [Zone] to turn it on . For details about Zone settings, see the Reference Manual PDF document. 49 MODX Owner's Manual First, set the transmit switches as desired. 4 Press the [EXIT] button. After completing these settings, press the [STORE] button to the eight Zones and store the settings. Using as a Master Keyboard The Master Keyboard function...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... MODX Owner's Manual The change parameters related to audio and MIDI data, lets you can be revised and updated without prior notice. Using the Quick Setup function to change can be made from our website. NOTE For details on installing, refer to the online Installation Guide included in any of the display. NOTE The acronym DAW (digital audio workstation) refers to music software for audio data as shown below . https://download.yamaha.com...
... MODX Owner's Manual The change parameters related to audio and MIDI data, lets you can be revised and updated without prior notice. Using the Quick Setup function to change can be made from our website. NOTE For details on installing, refer to the online Installation Guide included in any of the display. NOTE The acronym DAW (digital audio workstation) refers to music software for audio data as shown below . https://download.yamaha.com...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... playing sixteen separate Parts, via the sixteen MIDI channels. When using a USB connection, make sure to observe the following before turning the power to the instrument on/off or plugging/unplugging the USB cable to/from the [USB TO HOST] terminal. -Quit any open application software on the computer. -Make sure that data is not being transmitted from the instrument. (Data is transmitted only by using separate MIDI "ports," each supporting...
... playing sixteen separate Parts, via the sixteen MIDI channels. When using a USB connection, make sure to observe the following before turning the power to the instrument on/off or plugging/unplugging the USB cable to/from the [USB TO HOST] terminal. -Quit any open application software on the computer. -Make sure that data is not being transmitted from the instrument. (Data is transmitted only by using separate MIDI "ports," each supporting...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... in speakers, you play the keyboard while inputting your Yamaha dealer. If so, assign any connected external equipment? Some cutoff settings may filter out all the appropriate level settings-including the Master Volume on this synthesizer and any external equipment connected to the minimum position. [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Routing] 66 MODX Owner's Manual Troubleshooting No sound? Wrong sound? When the Foot Controller is set...
... in speakers, you play the keyboard while inputting your Yamaha dealer. If so, assign any connected external equipment? Some cutoff settings may filter out all the appropriate level settings-including the Master Volume on this synthesizer and any external equipment connected to the minimum position. [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Routing] 66 MODX Owner's Manual Troubleshooting No sound? Wrong sound? When the Foot Controller is set...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... the output setting of the microphone turned on the parameter settings. [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Routing] 67 MODX Owner's Manual Troubleshooting Are the volume or expression settings too low? [UTILITY] [Settings] [Sound] Tone Generator "Volume" [EDIT] [General] "Volume" [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Part Settings] [General] "Volume" [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator...
... the output setting of the microphone turned on the parameter settings. [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Routing] 67 MODX Owner's Manual Troubleshooting Are the volume or expression settings too low? [UTILITY] [Settings] [Sound] Tone Generator "Volume" [EDIT] [General] "Volume" [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Part Settings] [General] "Volume" [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... sound regardless of Normal Part (FM-X) [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Pitch/Filter] [Pitch] "Note Shift" [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Pitch/Filter] [Pitch] "Detune" 68 MODX Owner's Manual Use of the MODX? Excessively high filter resonance settings can cause distortion. • In case of Normal Part (AWM2) and Drum Part [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key...
... sound regardless of Normal Part (FM-X) [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Pitch/Filter] [Pitch] "Note Shift" [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Pitch/Filter] [Pitch] "Detune" 68 MODX Owner's Manual Use of the MODX? Excessively high filter resonance settings can cause distortion. • In case of Normal Part (AWM2) and Drum Part [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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...] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Ins A]/[Ins B] Have you can play back the Arpeggios of up to "Thru"? Check whether the Insertion Switch parameters are set appropriately? [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Arpeggio] [Common] 69 MODX Owner's Manual Troubleshooting When the Part produces a wrong pitch, is the appropriate tuning system...
...] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Ins A]/[Ins B] Have you can play back the Arpeggios of up to "Thru"? Check whether the Insertion Switch parameters are set appropriately? [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Arpeggio] [Common] 69 MODX Owner's Manual Troubleshooting When the Part produces a wrong pitch, is the appropriate tuning system...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Bulk Dump function and recorded to the external MIDI device, you release the key, set the Arpeggio Hold parameter to off? Check the amount of currently available (unused) memory of the USB flash drive indicated at the right top of the display. [UTILITY] [Contents] [Load]/[Store/Save] Is operation of the MIDI instrument connected to the MODX set to match the Device Number parameter? [UTILITY...
... Bulk Dump function and recorded to the external MIDI device, you release the key, set the Arpeggio Hold parameter to off? Check the amount of currently available (unused) memory of the USB flash drive indicated at the right top of the display. [UTILITY] [Contents] [Load]/[Store/Save] Is operation of the MIDI instrument connected to the MODX set to match the Device Number parameter? [UTILITY...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... original format, SMF formats 0, 1 Arpeggio Part 8 Parts simultaneous (max.) Preset 10,239 types User 256 types Motion Sequencer Lane 8 + 1 Lanes (max.) Others Live Sets Controllers Preset: 256 and more, User: 2,048 Master Volume, AD Input Gain knob, USB Volume, Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, Control Sliders x 4, Knobs x 4, Super Knob, Data dial Display 7" TFT Color Wide VGA LCD touch screen Connectors [USB TO DEVICE], [USB TO HOST], MIDI [IN]/[OUT], FOOT CONTROLLER [1]/[2], FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN], OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks...
... original format, SMF formats 0, 1 Arpeggio Part 8 Parts simultaneous (max.) Preset 10,239 types User 256 types Motion Sequencer Lane 8 + 1 Lanes (max.) Others Live Sets Controllers Preset: 256 and more, User: 2,048 Master Volume, AD Input Gain knob, USB Volume, Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, Control Sliders x 4, Knobs x 4, Super Knob, Data dial Display 7" TFT Color Wide VGA LCD touch screen Connectors [USB TO DEVICE], [USB TO HOST], MIDI [IN]/[OUT], FOOT CONTROLLER [1]/[2], FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN], OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (6.3 mm, standard phone jacks...