{"product_id":"yamaha-synth-montage-m8x","title":"Yamaha Synth Montage M8X","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"]{box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:100%;padding:0 18px 0 20px;margin:0 auto;overflow:visible}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] *{box-sizing:border-box}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] h2{font-size:clamp(22px,3vw,28px)!important;font-weight:700!important;line-height:1.3!important;letter-spacing:-.01em!important}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] h3{font-size:clamp(17px,2vw,19px)!important;font-weight:700!important;line-height:1.4!important}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] p,[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] li{overflow-wrap:anywhere;word-break:break-word}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 16px;border-left:4px solid #6b3fa0;background:#faf6ff;border-radius:10px;margin:0 0 26px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e88 Keys. Polyphonic Aftertouch. Yamaha's Ultimate Flagship Synth.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha MONTAGE M8X\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most expressive instrument in the MONTAGE M family. Its 88-note GEX graded hammer keyboard combines a piano-informed response with polyphonic aftertouch, allowing pressure on individual held notes to control vibrato, timbre, dynamics and other assigned parameters independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAWM2, FM-X and AN-X synthesis, up to 400-note combined polyphony, extensive hands-on control, studio-grade audio and deep computer integration make MONTAGE M8X an exceptional flagship for pianists, composers, synthesists and producers who demand maximum playing expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #6b3fa0;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px;margin:0 0 14px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Keyboard\" style=\"display:inline-flex;width:40px;height:40px;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin:0 0 10px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9c7eb;border-radius:50%;font-size:21px;\"\u003e🎹\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 7px;\"\u003e88-note GEX graded hammer keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe GEX action provides a substantial, piano-oriented response while retaining the control needed for advanced synthesis. Polyphonic aftertouch senses pressure independently for each held note, enabling chords in which individual notes can swell, brighten or gain vibrato without affecting the others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px;margin:0 0 14px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Sound engines\" style=\"display:inline-flex;width:40px;height:40px;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin:0 0 10px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9c7eb;border-radius:50%;font-size:21px;\"\u003e🔊\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 7px;\"\u003eAWM2, FM-X and AN-X with up to 400-note combined polyphony\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAWM2\u003c\/strong\u003e uses up to 128 Elements per Part for highly detailed acoustic and electronic instruments. \u003cstrong\u003eFM-X\u003c\/strong\u003e provides eight-operator FM synthesis with 88 algorithms, while \u003cstrong\u003eAN-X\u003c\/strong\u003e brings three oscillators plus noise, sophisticated modulation and expressive virtual-analogue character. Across the engines, MONTAGE M offers 256-note AWM2, 128-note FM-X and 16-note AN-X polyphony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px;margin:0 0 14px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Sound library\" style=\"display:inline-flex;width:40px;height:40px;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin:0 0 10px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9c7eb;border-radius:50%;font-size:21px;\"\u003e💾\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 7px;\"\u003eA flagship sound library with room for your own creations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eExplore 3,369 factory Performances and approximately 10 GB of preset waveform memory, then expand the instrument with up to 3.7 GB of user waveform memory and compatible libraries. Seamless Sound Switching helps transitions remain natural during live performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px;margin:0 0 14px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Motion Control\" style=\"display:inline-flex;width:40px;height:40px;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin:0 0 10px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9c7eb;border-radius:50%;font-size:21px;\"\u003e〰️\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 7px;\"\u003eMotion Control makes complex synthesis performable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe Super Knob, Motion Sequencer and Envelope Follower can shape dozens of parameters together. Morph layered sounds, animate effects, create tempo-synchronised movement or move between contrasting textures with a single gesture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px;margin:0 0 14px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Touchscreen and controls\" style=\"display:inline-flex;width:40px;height:40px;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin:0 0 10px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9c7eb;border-radius:50%;font-size:21px;\"\u003e🎛️\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 7px;\"\u003eFlagship hands-on control and a streamlined workflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eA 7-inch colour touchscreen, dedicated navigation display, eight sliders, eight knobs, the Super Knob and assignable controls keep sound selection, mixing, editing and performance functions close at hand. The workflow is designed for fast decisions on stage and deep programming in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px;margin:0 0 30px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Studio connection\" style=\"display:inline-flex;width:40px;height:40px;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin:0 0 10px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9c7eb;border-radius:50%;font-size:21px;\"\u003e🔌\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 7px;\"\u003eA professional stage instrument and multichannel studio interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBalanced main and assignable outputs, stereo A\/D inputs, MIDI, foot-controller connections and USB integration make MONTAGE M the centre of a serious rig. At 44.1 kHz, its USB audio interface supports six input channels and 32 output channels; operation up to 192 kHz is available with eight output channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #6b3fa0;margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0;\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Who is the MONTAGE M8X best suited to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eIt is built for professional pianists, composers, film and media producers, synthesists and touring performers who want an 88-note graded hammer action together with the sound-design possibilities of polyphonic aftertouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0;\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e How is MONTAGE M8X different from the original MONTAGE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMONTAGE M is Yamaha's newer flagship generation. It adds the AN-X virtual-analogue engine, greatly expanded AWM2 architecture, increased waveform memory, a redesigned control surface and a more integrated computer workflow while retaining FM-X and Motion Control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0;\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e What keyboard action and aftertouch does it provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMONTAGE M8X uses Yamaha's 88-note GEX graded hammer keyboard with initial touch and polyphonic aftertouch. Unlike channel aftertouch, it can respond independently to pressure on each held note. MONTAGE M6 and M7 use faster FSX actions with channel aftertouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0;\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Does it have built-in speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eNo. MONTAGE M8X connects to headphones, powered monitors, a keyboard amplifier, mixer or PA system through its dedicated audio outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0;\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Can it record and integrate with a DAW?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eYes. MONTAGE M includes internal MIDI performance and pattern recording, direct audio recording to USB storage, MIDI connectivity and a multichannel USB audio interface. The Expanded Softsynth Plugin can further integrate compatible MONTAGE M sounds and data with computer-based production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0;\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Can I load my own samples and libraries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eYes. MONTAGE M provides approximately 3.7 GB of user waveform memory and 16 Library locations for custom content and compatible sound libraries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 0 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0;\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e What is included in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eYamaha lists an AC power cord, Quick Guide, Cubase AI download information, Expanded Softsynth Plugin download information and related documentation. Contents may vary by region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 16px;background:#f8f8f8;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eWhy Buy from YMS?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 11px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eAuthorised Yamaha Premium Retailer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buy a genuine India-market Yamaha instrument with official manufacturer warranty support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 11px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eFlagship synthesizer guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team can help with sound-engine choices, stage setups, studio integration, pedals, amplification and MIDI\/audio connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 11px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eSupport beyond the keyboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ask us about suitable stands, benches, pedals, monitors, headphones, cases and professional cabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 11px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003ePan-India delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Order from anywhere in India, subject to serviceability for your location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003ePhysical-store support:\u003c\/strong\u003e YMS teams in Bengaluru and Mangaluru are available for product enquiries and after-sales guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48048753082533,"sku":"VEX3180","price":415141.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/7159\/6197\/files\/MONTAGE_M8x_o_0001_tcm142-2158551.jpg?v=1786781465","url":"https:\/\/ymsformusic.com\/products\/yamaha-synth-montage-m8x","provider":"YMSFORMUSIC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}