Discontinued

MONTAGE

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MONTAGE8

  • Discontinued

Welcome to the new era from the company that brought you the DX and the Motif.Montage sets the next milestone with sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow.

MONTAGE8 WH

  • Discontinued

MONTAGE White is a synthesizer combining sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow with an intense hot look. Make waves with MONTAGE White.

MONTAGE7

  • Discontinued

Welcome to the new era from the company that brought you the DX and the Motif.Montage sets the next milestone with sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow.

MONTAGE7 WH

  • Discontinued

MONTAGE White is a synthesizer combining sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow with an intense hot look. Make waves with MONTAGE White.

MONTAGE6

  • Discontinued

Welcome to the new era from the company that brought you the DX and the Motif.Montage sets the next milestone with sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow.

MONTAGE6 WH

  • Discontinued

MONTAGE White is a synthesizer combining sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow with an intense hot look. Make waves with MONTAGE White.

    Music in Motion

    Music is always in motion. From the way a piano player hits a key to a orchestral crescendo to a drum groove, music always moves.
    Montage introduces new way for musicians to control sound and create expression with Motion Control.

    • Rhythmic
      Motion
      Motion based on rhythm
    • Multi-dimensional
      Motion
      Introduce complex sound changes optimized for each parameters and multiple parameters.

    Motion Control

    Motion Control puts rhythmic and multidimensional control at
    the musician's fingertips for sound that moves from radical to sublime.

    Super Knob

    Macro control

    Motion SEQ

    Tempo synced control sequences

    Envelope Follower

    Converts audio to control

    Motion Control Structure

    Sound Videos

    Wax And Wane

    DJ Montage

    Tektonic Dub

    FM Linear Synth

    Multi Saw MW DA

    Turn It On

    Features

    Motion Control Synthesis Engine

    Motion Control Synthesis Engine unifies and controls two iconic Sound Engines: AWM2 (high-quality waveform and subtractive synthesis) and FM-X (modern, pure Frequency Modulation synthesis.) These two engines can be freely zoned or layered across eight parts in a single MONTAGE Performance.

    Interact with MONTAGE Performances using Motion Control: a highly programmable control matrix for creating deep, dynamic and incredibly expressive sound. With Motion Control, you can create new sounds not possible on previous hardware synthesizers.

    Please go to Motion Control page

    1Sophisticated Dynamic Control

    Music is expression. MONTAGE adds a new level of expression with the Motion Control Synthesis Engine. This engine allows a variety of methods to interact with and channel your creativity into finding your own unique sound.

    - Super Knob

    Create dynamic sound changes from radical to sublime with the Super Knob. The Super Knob can control multiple parameters simultaneously resulting in anything you can imagine.

    For example: change your listening position from right in front of an instrument to in the back seat of a concert hall. Or radically change the character of a Performance from atmospheric and mellow to rhythmic and edgy.

    The Super Knob can even be assigned to a second FC7 foot controller making it easy to manipulate the sound when playing with both hands.

    - Motion SEQ

    Motion Sequences are tempo-synchronized, completely customizable control sequences that can be assigned to virtually any synthesizer parameter and provide incredible creative new ways of programming sound.

    Motion Sequences also have dedicated controls on the front panel making it easy to manipulate and change in real-time, providing incredible interactivity and expression.

    - Envelope Follower

    The Envelope Follower converts audio into a control source for control of virtually any synthesizer parameter. For example, a drum loop could drive effects parameters for a cool rhythms or a vocal recording could control multiple parameters for a "talking" synthesizer. The audio can even be a "live" source through the A/D input.

    2Massive Sound Creation

    MONTAGE features two Iconic Sound Engines modernized for amazing sound playback and complex sound design.

    - AWM2

    Powered by proprietary Yamaha technology for data compression and sound playback, AWM2 allows tremendous data compression without sound quality loss for unparalleled, realistic sound reproduction.

    ・128-Note, Stereo polyphony

    Experience rich stereo sound without halving the available number of notes.

    ・Waveform Capacity

    MONTAGE features nearly 10 times the waveform capacity of the MOTIF XF, allowing more samples per instrument for incredibly realistic and nuanced sound.

    ・Integrated Flash Memory

    MONTAGE includes 1.75 GB of user flash memory with high speed reading/writing for your own custom samples or synth libraries from yamahasynth.com.

    - FM-X

    An amazingly sophisticated pure synthesizer engine capable of producing classic ‘80s or cutting-edge, EDM sound with incredible dynamic range, power and fidelity. MONTAGE features an 8-operator FM architecture and 128-note polyphony, allowing for a massive array of sound design options.

    - Content

    Every instrument needs great content to inspire your creativity. MONTAGE features a huge range of incredible sounds like a brand-new Yamaha CFX Premium Grand Piano, detailed new strings and woodwinds and select content from the DX and TX family, all modernized to take advantage of the Motion Control Synthesis Engine.

    [Compatibility] MONTAGE is directly compatible with Motif XF Voices. Yamaha is developing an FM converter to make it compatible with DX7 series Voices as well.

    [Bösendorfer Piano] As part of the MONTAGE introduction, Yamaha is pleased to offer an incredible Bösendorfer Imperial Premium Grand Piano.

    Please go to Sound Library page

    - Effects

    From high definition reverbs to incredibly detailed Virtual Circuit Modeling (VCM) effects, MONTAGE is loaded with DSP innovation, power and, most importantly, sound quality. Use effects like Beat Repeat, Vinyl Break or Bit Crusher to get a modern EDM sound. You can even add a compressor with sidechain for a modern "ducking" effect. Or go retro with vintage effects like Analog Delay, VCM Phaser or a variety of Amp Simulators. Piano players will appreciate piano-focused effects like Damper Resonance for a super-realistic piano experience and the HD reverbs that let you put yourself in any performance space.

    - Pure Analog Circuit

    MONTAGE features professional balanced outputs with "Pure Analog Circuit" (PAC). PAC improves the quality of signal after being converted to analog from digital for clear harmonic reproduction and even frequency response. The result is an output capable of reproducing MONTAGE's internal content expressively with power and clarity.

    3Streamlined Workflow

    How do you want to integrate your instrument with your system? How do you want to organize the onboard content? How do you want to interact with the instrument while you play? MONTAGE answers these questions and more with a flexible, streamlined workflow.

    - USB Audio/MIDI Connection

    Connect MONTAGE to your computer with a single USB cable and capture every nuance of your creativity into your DAW. MONTAGE's powerful USB driver can send 16 and receive 3 channels of STEREO 24 bit/44.1 kHz digital audio to/from your computer or iOS device (MONTAGE is class compliant, no driver needed!), no other hardware required!

    The USB connection also features full MIDI support of 16 channels.

    * MONTAGE supports the sampling rate up to 192 kHz.

    - SSS (Seamless Sound Switching)

    Seamless Sound Switching (SSS) lets you change performances seamlessly without any cut-off in envelope or effects. This is perfect for live performances where you end one song and start another without stopping.

    * This function is only available for Performances that have a maximum of 8 parts.

    - A/D Input

    The A/D input processes external audio sources with your instrument's DSP. Use mics, guitars or any line source as an input and process with the internal effects.

    You can even use these sources with the Envelope Follower or Sidechain for a truly unique sound.

    - Physical Control

    MONTAGE features a comprehensive set of physical controls for intuitive music making and sound creation.

    [Touch Screen] Select and change parameters directly with the new color touch screen.

    [Eight Rotary Encoders and Faders with Stepladder LED] Stepladder LEDs next to the faders indicate position making it easy to see where your current mix position is.

    [Keyboard Action] MONTAGE is available in three different configurations:
    - MONTAGE6 and 7 feature the premium FSX semi-weighted synthesizer action with aftertouch in 61 and 76 keys respectively.
    - MONTAGE8 features an 88 key, fully-weighted Balanced Hammer action with aftertouch. This provides equal resistance for each key across the keyboard and is perfect for playing a variety of instruments from acoustic piano to electric piano, synth sounds, organ and more!

    - LIVE SET

    Live Set lets you organize your Performances however you want without copying, changing order or renaming. When a Performance is selected, you can easily register it to a Live Set. This is perfect for playing gigs or even creating your own organization scheme for Performances.

    - Direct Control Assignment

    Direct Control Assignment assigns controls at the touch of a button. Simply select a parameter, hit the Direct Control Assignment button and move the controller to control that parameter. It's easy!

    - Cubase AI bundle

    MONTAGE is bundled with Cubase AI, Steinberg's professional music production application that offers integrated recording and editing.

    Cubase AI 8

    Apps

    MONTAGE Connect

    What is MONTAGE Connect?

    MONTAGE Connect is a convenient tool which lets you transfer data between your computer and the MONTAGE. Song data created on the MONTAGE can be transferred to your computer and the Performance data edited on the MONTAGE can be saved as a file (.X7B) on the computer.

    MONTAGE Connect, based on Steinberg's VST3 technology, works as a VST3 plug-in with the Cubase series. The MONTAGE Connect also works as the same way as other VST instrument software, allowing you to save the edited settings of the MONTAGE, or use them for another project.

    MONTAGE Connect also works as an AU plug-in. For AU compatible DAW software, refer to the separate Release Notes.

    It can also be used as standalone software.

    Recall display

    Transfer / Recieve bulk automatically
    *When Auto Sync = ON

    *All transfer operations are available only when MONTAGE Connect (on the computer) and the MONTAGE are properly connected via USB (ONLINE status).

    Automatically stored to DAW project file
    Automatically recalled when the file is opend

    Just drag-and-drop to Import Song data from MONTAGE to DAW

    FM Converter for MONTAGE

    The FM Converter Web App provide a mechanism for MONTAGE owners to convert their legacy FM libraries and onboard legacy product content to MONTAGE native User File Format.

    Compatible models

    • DX7
    • DX7II
    • DX7S
    • TX802
    • TX816

    Main Feature

    Drag and Drop

    You can Drag and Drop supported files onto the Drag and Drop box, or click the "Drag and Drop files here" box to select files.

    WebMIDI Download

    The user can connect any supported instrument to his Mac or PC via WebMIDI to convert internal contents directly.

    Trial data for Drag and Drop

    Soundmondo

    Soundmondo

    Social Sound Sharing on iOS, Android, Mac and PC. Inspire and be inspired online.

    For music makers interested in expressing their personality through sound, Soundmondo is a social sound-sharing community for creating, sharing and exploring reface sounds. Whether you’re a seasoned sound designer or just starting your synth exploration, Soundmondo has an intuitive workflow making it easy to use and best of all, free.

    Audio & Video

    Official Promotion Videos

    • Yamaha MONTAGE PV

    • Yamaha Artist Perspective: from DX to Montage

    • MONTAGE Product Video

    • Yamaha MONTAGE PV by Bert

    • MONTAGE Development Story

    • Yamaha MONTAGE PV by Matt Johnson

    • Yamaha MONTAGE PV by Manuele Montesanti

    • Yamaha MONTAGE PV by Dom Sigalas

    • Montage Sound demo video

    Audition Demo videos

    • Uplight Mod 1

    • Two Acoustics 2

    • Wave Surfer

    • EDM PiTCh Bomb

    • Full AP/EP/Pd/Str

    • Far Away FM

    • Marine Life

    • Kreuzberg Funk

    • CFX Padded

    • SparkleDegree Full

    • Motion Filters AF

    • T3 Uber funk

    • FM EP & CFX Grand

    • Cathedral

    • Universal Comp

    • Mr.Side Chain

    • CFX + FM EP

    • Wax And Wane

    • Pearly Gates

    • DJ Montage

    • Rd 1 Gallery

    • Oceana Pad

    • FM Sweeping Poly

    • Tektonic Dub

    • Wr Gallery

    • Seattle Sections

    • FM Linear Synth

    • Particles in Space

    • All 9 Bars

    • 8 Amps and a TC

    • Multi Saw MW DA

    • Turn It On

    Accessories

    Sound Library

    * Specifications are subject to change without notice. The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.

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