Yamaha Montage M6

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The Yamaha MONTAGE M6 is Yamaha's next-generation flagship synthesizer. It offers exceptional sound thanks to its three motors that recreate vintage analog synths, modern FM synths and ultra-realistic instruments. Its Motion Control engine adds a fourth dimension of control to your musical creation.

Unlike traditional hardware synthesizers, the MONTAGE M6 seamlessly links stage and studio thanks to its advanced connectivity and computer integration. Designed for musicians who demand a 61-key keyboard with aftertouch, the MONTAGE M6 ushers in a new era of sound, control and workflow in music creation.

New AN-X motor

A revolution in authentic analog sound and behavior, the AN-X engine recreates the warm character of analog synthesizers while adding sophisticated modulation options.

• Three oscillators with 5 waveforms: Saw 1, Saw 2, Triangle, Square and Sine, plus a noise generator
• Two filters with 10 filter types
• Pulse width modulation
• Oscillator self-synchronization
• Ring, FM and wave shaper modulation
• EG amplifier with drive and LFO for amplitude and filter
• Drift and aging parameters to simulate vintage behavior
• Integrated with Motion Control to create expressive analog sounds

Enhanced AWM2

MONTAGE M's AWM2 engine delivers exceptional sound realism and definition. With 128 elements per part, it delivers smooth transitions and incomparable sonic richness for instruments such as piano, strings or percussion.

Total polyphony of 400 notes

A clear improvement on the 256 notes of the original MONTAGE. MONTAGE M offers up to 400 notes of polyphony across its three engines:

• 128 notes for AWM2 preset waveforms
• 128 notes for user AWM2 waveforms
• 128 notes for the FM-X engine
• 16 notes for the AN-X engine

General improvements and new features

MONTAGE M benefits from a complete upgrade of preset wave and flash memory (9.97 GB vs. 5.67 GB previously) and an increase in user flash memory to 3.8 GB. It also features new sounds: pianos, orchestras, drums and much more.

FM-X and VCM behavior

The 8-operator FM-X engine carries on the Yamaha FM heritage to produce dynamic, expressive sounds. VCM rotary behavior and drawbar adjustment simulate the vintage character of classic organs.

Extensive management and libraries

With 16 library slots, you can store up to 10,240 additional performances (in addition to the 2,700 pre-installed) and benefit from quick search by category, name and attribute.

Pure Analog Circuit 2

Pure Analog Circuit 2 reduces noise and improves dynamic range, crosstalk and distortion, delivering a clearer, richer, more balanced sound.

GEX action with polyphonic aftertouch (M8x MOUNT only)

MONTAGE M8x introduces GEX Action with polyphonic aftertouch: each note can be modulated independently according to pressure, just like on the legendary CS-80 and DX1.

New performance controls

MONTAGE M features a 5-segment ribbon with HOLD button, a KEYBOARD HOLD button, and dedicated portamento controls for smooth, intuitive live control.

Keyboard, part and scene control

Dedicated keyboard, part and scene buttons allow you to manage up to 16 parts per performance, enhancing usability and efficiency in concert.

High-resolution control and motion control

All controllers - faders, Super Knob, keyboard and pedals - benefit from high-precision resolution. The Motion Control engine automates and synchronizes parameters with tempo for dynamic performances.

Improved lighting and interface

LEDs on faders and controls provide immediate visual feedback, while enhanced touchscreens simplify navigation and sound editing.

Softsynth ESP plugin (coming soon)

The Expanded Softsynth (ESP) plugin will reproduce MONTAGE M in your favorite DAW. Free for synth owners, it will enable you to create and edit your performances without hardware.

Faster, more intuitive navigation

The new 7" TFT screen and 512×64 LCD, with 6 touch-sensitive buttons and a PAGE JUMP button, enable fast, ergonomic editing of your performances and sound parameters.

Multi-channel USB MIDI audio interface

MONTAGE M integrates a 32-output / 6-input USB audio interface for recording and controlling your virtual instruments in the studio with a single cable, simplifying your workflow.

MONTAGE M6 vs MONTAGE

• Sound engines

  • MONTAGE M6: AN-X + enhanced AWM2 + FM-X
  • MONTAGE: AWM2 + FM-X only

• Polyphony

  • MONTAGE M6: 400 total notes
  • MONTAGE: 256 notes

• Memory and storage

  • MONTAGE M6: 9.97 GB Preset + 3.8 GB User Flash
  • MONTAGE: 5.67 GB Preset + 1.75 GB User Flash

• Interface and screen

  • MONTAGE M6: 7'' TFT touchscreen + 512×64 LCD + PAGE JUMP
  • MONTAGE: classic 7'' touchscreen

• Controls and ergonomics

  • MONTAGE M6: 5-segment ribbon, enhanced LEDs, dedicated portamento
  • MOUNT: without ribbon or enhanced LEDs

• Connectivity

  • MONTAGE M6: USB Audio 32 outputs / 6 inputs + ESP plugin
  • MONTAGE: USB Audio 16 outputs / 3 inputs