Yamaha MX49II

The Yamaha MX49II combines the richness of sound and versatility of a professional synthesizer with intuitive operation and a compact design. As the successor to the impressive MOTIF-XS series, this instrument opens the door to a world of over 1,000 high-quality voices, all developed with the precision and commitment to true expression and authenticity that you can expect from Yamaha. Whether it's the deeply moving acoustic piano sounds, the characteristic timbre of electronic pianos, strings that fill the room with warmth, or drums that keep up with the times, the MX49II offers a wide range of sounds ready for any musical challenge.

The user interface of the MX49II is designed to enable fast and efficient work. Well-thought-out category selection makes it easy to find the desired sound, while editing and saving your own sounds becomes a pleasant process thanks to the intuitive controls. With such accessibility, the Yamaha MX49II encourages musicians to be creative and realize their musical vision without detours.

The integration of iOS apps like FM Essential significantly expands the sonic possibilities of the MX49II. By connecting to an iOS device, users can fully utilize the Synthesizer app, providing an enhanced sound experience. The app offers not only performance options but also extensive editing capabilities for individual voices, allowing for even deeper sound design.

For spontaneous creativity, the intuitive Split/Layer Performance Mode is a true source of inspiration. This feature allows you to combine different sounds and create complex and impressive musical performances using arpeggiators and drum tracks. The pre-programmed performances that come with contemporary club grooves can be fully edited, allowing each artist to add their own unique touch.

The technical specifications of the MX49II include 16-part multitimbrality and 128-note polyphony, enabling the realization of demanding sequences and compositions without compromising on sound quality. When connected to a DAW, a wide range of possibilities for recording and sound design opens up, supported by the bi-directional USB audio/MIDI interface, facilitating seamless integration into studio setups.

Control options also extend to VST plugins and DAW solutions, with robust knobs and buttons ensuring precise manipulation. The integration with Cubase or similar sequencers is particularly tight and user-friendly thanks to the Advanced Integration Templates.

Yamaha not only provides the MX49II as a hardware synthesizer but also includes a complete music production software suite, including Cubase AI and additional VST instruments, offering the tools for professional productions. And for mobile musicians, compatibility with Cubasis LE on the iPad further enhances musical expression flexibility.

The connectivity of the MX49II with both analog and digital connections, a lightweight design, and a high-quality Yamaha keyboard complete the image of a synthesizer that impresses not only with its rich sound but also with its flexibility and user-friendliness. The Virtual Circuitry Modeling Technology (VCM) also provides access to a range of high-quality effects that bring the sound of classic vintage devices into the digital realm.

The Yamaha MX49II stands as a synonym for quality and innovation, setting standards in its price range. It is a sound hub that leaves little to be desired, whether for the ambitious live musician or the detail-oriented studio producer.

Features Yamaha MX49II

• Comprehensive sound library: Access to a rich selection of tones from the renowned MOTIF-XS series
• Intuitive operation: Easy navigation through sounds and settings thanks to a redesigned user interface
• Synthesis compatibility: Integration with the FM Essential app for iOS devices, providing extensive synthesizer control and editing
• Performance mode: Inspire musical ideas with split and layer functions, complemented by arpeggiators and drum tracks
• Advanced sound editing: With 16-part multitimbrality and 128-voice polyphony for complex arrangements and performances
• Audio and MIDI integration: Seamless integration with DAWs and VST plugins via a bi-directional USB audio/MIDI interface
• Control options: Versatile control options for VST instruments and DAWs, including a remote template editor
• Software included: A comprehensive music production software suite is included, including Steinberg Cubase AI and additional VST instruments
• Mobile production solution: Full version of Cubasis LE for the iPad, perfect for on-the-go music production
• Diverse connections: In addition to USB for audio/MIDI, options for playing wave files and connecting external devices
• Portable design: A lightweight and robust casing makes the synthesizer an ideal companion for both on-the-go and studio use
• Yamaha quality keyboard: Authentic playing feel and durability thanks to Yamaha's experienced keyboard craftsmanship
• High-quality effects: Equipped with VCM effects that can emulate classic analog effects
• Compatibility: Supports Class-Compliant drivers for seamless collaboration with a variety of music apps

Technical Specifications

• Keyboard: 49 keys with touch sensitivity
• Tone Generation: AWM2 with 128-note polyphony
• Multitimbrality: 16 parts internal
• Memory: Approximately 166 MB in 16-bit linear conversion
• Voices: 1,106 Normal Voices + 61 Drum Kits, GM: 128 Normal Voices + 1 Drum Kit, User: 128 Normal Voices + 8 Drum Kits
• Performance: 128 user memory locations (16 parts)
• Effects: Reverb, Chorus, Insertion Effect, Master EQ
• Sequencer: Supports tempos from 5 - 300 BPM, with 27 demo songs and 208 patterns
• Arpeggiator: 999 types
• Sequence formats: SMF Format 0 (playback only)
• Controllers: Pitch Bend and Modulation wheel, four assignable knobs, data dial
• Display: 3-digit LED + 20 x 2 lines character LCD with backlight
• Connections: Outputs, headphone output, foot controller, sustain, MIDI In/Out, USB to Host/Device, AUX In, DC In
• Power consumption: 9 W
• Weight: 3.8 kg
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 830 x 298 x 91 mm