Ever since Yamaha distilled the flagship MONTAGE's powerhouse engines into a more portable package, this 76-key workstation has been a game-changer for players who want pro-level synthesis without the bulk.
At its core, it blends AWM2 sampled-based synthesis with 8-operator FM-X for a total of 256 notes polyphony—128 stereo for each engine—delivering everything from lush acoustic emulations to electro-modern basses and leads. The 76 semi-weighted synth-action keys respond with velocity and aftertouch, paired with rubber-coated pitch bend and mod wheels, four sliders, four knobs, and that legendary Super Knob assigning up to 128 parameters at once for real-time morphing. A bright 7-inch touchscreen handles Motion Control sequencing, arpeggiators on eight parts, seamless sound switching across four layers, and a built-in 4-in/10-out USB audio interface, all in a lightweight 16.3-pound frame with 1.75GB flash memory for your samples.
Players love how it nails live performance splits and layers without menu-diving, though some wish for full aftertouch across the board—still, its DSP effects like Spiralizer and Audio Beat Sync keep gigs and studios hooked.
