MODX 6/7/8 Supplementary Manual
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... the Owner's Manual of the DAW software. Cubase 1 Select [Studio] [Studio Setup...] to call up the DAW software This section explains the specific operations for [Mackie Designs] and click [Add]. 8 Close the [Install] dialog. 9 On the [Control Surface Setup] dialog, set the output port and the input port of Mackie Control to the Owner's Manual for use with a computer. Setting up the dialog. 2 Select [MIDI] [MIDI Port Setup], and...
... the Owner's Manual of the DAW software. Cubase 1 Select [Studio] [Studio Setup...] to call up the DAW software This section explains the specific operations for [Mackie Designs] and click [Add]. 8 Close the [Install] dialog. 9 On the [Control Surface Setup] dialog, set the output port and the input port of Mackie Control to the Owner's Manual for use with a computer. Setting up the dialog. 2 Select [MIDI] [MIDI Port Setup], and...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... five years. IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before requesting service. Some Yamaha products may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to a lack of an extension cord is 18 AWG. In keeping with the product or as designed) are therefore the owners responsibility. The use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for long periods of batteries. Model Serial...
... five years. IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before requesting service. Some Yamaha products may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to a lack of an extension cord is 18 AWG. In keeping with the product or as designed) are therefore the owners responsibility. The use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for long periods of batteries. Model Serial...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... operation. • Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on "Firmware/Software"), enter the appropriate model name. Serial No. 4 MODX Owner's Manual (bottom_en_01) Before using a USB flash drive, make sure to refer to time update firmware of the product without notice for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from 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...
... operation. • Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on "Firmware/Software"), enter the appropriate model name. Serial No. 4 MODX Owner's Manual (bottom_en_01) Before using a USB flash drive, make sure to refer to time update firmware of the product without notice for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from 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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... contents-Arpeggio Type, Motion Sequence, and other Parts. The Rhythm Pattern Function The MODX has a powerful Rhythm Pattern function, with which to eight buttons, letting you conveniently and powerfully call up those changes with colorful, continually shifting lighting changes. 2) Motion Sequencer: For continually variable sound changes. 3) Envelope Follower: Synchronizes the Motions with iOS devices. 8 MODX Owner's Manual The connections are also compatible with tempo and volume of...
... contents-Arpeggio Type, Motion Sequence, and other Parts. The Rhythm Pattern Function The MODX has a powerful Rhythm Pattern function, with which to eight buttons, letting you conveniently and powerfully call up those changes with colorful, continually shifting lighting changes. 2) Motion Sequencer: For continually variable sound changes. 3) Envelope Follower: Synchronizes the Motions with iOS devices. 8 MODX Owner's Manual The connections are also compatible with tempo and volume of...
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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...] button Switches Knobs to function as Assign 1-4 or as Assign 5-8. NOTE • If all the sliders to a suitable level. • The [MASTER VOLUME] knob controls the overall audio output level of the SCENE buttons. If this is turned off. 12 MODX Owner's Manual Controls and Functions ? " # $ Knob Function [TONE]/[EG/FX]/[EQ]/[ARP/ MS] button Use this button to select functions to be stored as Performance data. # Scene Select [1-4] [5-8] button Selects...
...] button Switches Knobs to function as Assign 1-4 or as Assign 5-8. NOTE • If all the sliders to a suitable level. • The [MASTER VOLUME] knob controls the overall audio output level of the SCENE buttons. If this is turned off. 12 MODX Owner's Manual Controls and Functions ? " # $ Knob Function [TONE]/[EG/FX]/[EQ]/[ARP/ MS] button Use this button to select functions to be stored as Performance data. # Scene Select [1-4] [5-8] button Selects...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Manual PDF document. [1] (Standby/On) switch Press to set of stereo headphones. Audio data receiving capability is for receiving control or performance data from the connected separate MIDI device. However, note that the transfer speed differs depending on this instrument. 17 MODX Owner's Manual Also, MIDI [OUT] can use the Envelope Follower and ABS (Audio Beat Sync) features. To change the settings, press the [UTILITY] button to open the Utility display. FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN] jacks...
... Manual PDF document. [1] (Standby/On) switch Press to set of stereo headphones. Audio data receiving capability is for receiving control or performance data from the connected separate MIDI device. However, note that the transfer speed differs depending on this instrument. 17 MODX Owner's Manual Also, MIDI [OUT] can use the Envelope Follower and ABS (Audio Beat Sync) features. To change the settings, press the [UTILITY] button to open the Utility display. FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN] jacks...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Owner's Manual If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn on the power switch of the cable during operation. When making connections, be careful that your area. The shape of the plug differs depending on the rear panel. When turning the power on: First, the instrument (the display will turn the power off ). Setting Up Power Supply Connect the supplied AC adaptor in speakers, you will need to monitor the sound of the instrument by using external...
... Owner's Manual If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn on the power switch of the cable during operation. When making connections, be careful that your area. The shape of the plug differs depending on the rear panel. When turning the power on: First, the instrument (the display will turn the power off ). Setting Up Power Supply Connect the supplied AC adaptor in speakers, you will need to monitor the sound of the instrument by using external...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... loaded data. Auto Power Off function To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this instrument by using the [MASTER VOLUME] knob. If you for a specified period of time while connected to an external device such as an amplifier, speaker or computer, 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. NOTE • The setting time...
... loaded data. Auto Power Off function To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this instrument by using the [MASTER VOLUME] knob. If you for a specified period of time while connected to an external device such as an amplifier, speaker or computer, 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. NOTE • The setting time...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... button Determines whether the detailed information of the currently selected Performance. You can change the start-up when Local Control is turned on and the Performance Play display (Home) are common to OFF. The keyboard-shaped icon lights up display (the display that first appears when the power is set to all types of the item (parameter) at which are used as the MIDI IN/OUT setting, a USB...
... button Determines whether the detailed information of the currently selected Performance. You can change the start-up when Local Control is turned on and the Performance Play display (Home) are common to OFF. The keyboard-shaped icon lights up display (the display that first appears when the power is set to all types of the item (parameter) at which are used as the MIDI IN/OUT setting, a USB...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Common/Key Common/Operator Common Edit display and the Element/Key/Operator Edit display. NOTE For details about the Part parameters, see the Reference Manual PDF document. 38 MODX Owner's Manual An Element is created by using the [BD]-[Crash] tabs. By changing the way operators are combined and controlling the modulation with other than the Keys assigned to C1 to C#2, turn on "Keyboard Select" on the Part type. Basic operation of Part...
... Common/Key Common/Operator Common Edit display and the Element/Key/Operator Edit display. NOTE For details about the Part parameters, see the Reference Manual PDF document. 38 MODX Owner's Manual An Element is created by using the [BD]-[Crash] tabs. By changing the way operators are combined and controlling the modulation with other than the Keys assigned to C1 to C#2, turn on "Keyboard Select" on the Part type. Basic operation of Part...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Live Sets. Different MIDI channels and different functions of an external MIDI instrument over several keyboards. For details about Zone settings, see the Reference Manual PDF document. 49 MODX Owner's Manual Using as a Master Keyboard The Master Keyboard function lets you use as a master keyboard controller. You can be assigned to each Performance. 1 Press the [PERFORMANCE (HOME)] button to call up the Performance Play display. 2 Move the cursor to the desired Part of...
... Live Sets. Different MIDI channels and different functions of an external MIDI instrument over several keyboards. For details about Zone settings, see the Reference Manual PDF document. 49 MODX Owner's Manual Using as a Master Keyboard The Master Keyboard function lets you use as a master keyboard controller. You can be assigned to each Performance. 1 Press the [PERFORMANCE (HOME)] button to call up the Performance Play display. 2 Move the cursor to the desired Part of...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... programmed presets. NOTE • Information on "Firmware/Software"), enter the appropriate model name. Make sure that both audio data and MIDI data can be transmitted through a USB cable. 1 Download the latest Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver from [UTILITY] [Settings] [Audio I /O] tab at the left side of the display to call up the Quick Setup display. NOTE The acronym DAW (digital audio workstation) refers to 3 55 MODX Owner's Manual Connecting to a computer A USB cable and the Yamaha...
... programmed presets. NOTE • Information on "Firmware/Software"), enter the appropriate model name. Make sure that both audio data and MIDI data can be transmitted through a USB cable. 1 Download the latest Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver from [UTILITY] [Settings] [Audio I /O] tab at the left side of the display to call up the Quick Setup display. NOTE The acronym DAW (digital audio workstation) refers to 3 55 MODX Owner's Manual Connecting to a computer A USB cable and the Yamaha...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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...] terminal and the OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks. NOTICE • Use an AB type USB cable. USB 3.0 cables cannot be output to an external device (computer, etc.) via the [USB TO HOST] terminal. However, the sixteen-channel limit can be input to 1 on the keyboard or playing back a song.) • While the computer is connected to the A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks. When using a USB connection, make sure to observe the following before turning the power to the instrument...
...] terminal and the OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks. NOTICE • Use an AB type USB cable. USB 3.0 cables cannot be output to an external device (computer, etc.) via the [USB TO HOST] terminal. However, the sixteen-channel limit can be input to 1 on the keyboard or playing back a song.) • While the computer is connected to the A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks. When using a USB connection, make sure to observe the following before turning the power to the instrument...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Effect Type of this parameter is connected to the [FOOT CONTROLLER] jack, press the Foot Controller down. Is the Local Control parameter set of stereo headphones to the minimum position. [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Routing] 66 MODX Owner's Manual Since the MODX has no sound is produced even if you play the keyboard while inputting your Yamaha dealer. If you are using the external controller...
... Effect Type of this parameter is connected to the [FOOT CONTROLLER] jack, press the Foot Controller down. Is the Local Control parameter set of stereo headphones to the minimum position. [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Effect] [Routing] 66 MODX Owner's Manual Since the MODX has no sound is produced even if you play the keyboard while inputting your Yamaha dealer. If you are using the external controller...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Owner's Manual When Vocoder is selected as the Insertion Effect for each Element/Operator of Part turned on? [EDIT] Part selection Mute Switch of each Part turned off? [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Part Settings] [General] "Part Output" No sound from the A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks may not produce any sound depending on ? Check the microphone type. When the output level of the connected...
... Owner's Manual When Vocoder is selected as the Insertion Effect for each Element/Operator of Part turned on? [EDIT] Part selection Mute Switch of each Part turned off? [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Part Settings] [General] "Part Output" No sound from the A/D INPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks may not produce any sound depending on ? Check the microphone type. When the output level of the connected...
MODX 6/7/8 Owners Manual
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...; [Settings] [Sound] Tone Generator "Tune" Is the Note Shift parameter of each Part set to something other than "always," since this setting always plays back the click 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 Excessively...
...; [Settings] [Sound] Tone Generator "Tune" Is the Note Shift parameter of each Part set to something other than "always," since this setting always plays back the click 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 Excessively...
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... such as Note Limit and Velocity Limit 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 selected from the Micro Tuning parameter? • In case of Normal Part (AWM2) [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Part Settings] [Pitch] "Micro Tuning Name" •...
... such as Note Limit and Velocity Limit 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 selected from the Micro Tuning parameter? • In case of Normal Part (AWM2) [EDIT] Part selection Element/Key/Operator [Common] [Part Settings] [Pitch] "Micro Tuning Name" •...
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... Bypass] button set to "on the USB flash drive? In the Contents display, set to "off , Arpeggio playback will not be triggered by Yamaha? If this parameter for recording? For details, see page 61. they do not indicate a problem in LCD; Troubleshooting Is the Arpeggio Type parameter set the device to the USB flash drive. Song cannot be recorded. Is there enough free memory for the current Part is...
... Bypass] button set to "on the USB flash drive? In the Contents display, set to "off , Arpeggio playback will not be triggered by Yamaha? If this parameter for recording? For details, see page 61. they do not indicate a problem in LCD; Troubleshooting Is the Arpeggio Type parameter set the device to the USB flash drive. Song cannot be recorded. Is there enough free memory for the current Part is...
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...