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Music Production Guide 01 2016Mu s i c In M o tio nThetimehascome.Yamaha'snewsynthesizer flagship is here: MONTAGE.Welcome to the new era in synthesizersThe name MONTAGE represents a completely newgeneration of Yamaha Music Synthesizers, that we want tobring you closer with this document.from the company that brought you theIt starts with a list of features that is made up of officialindustry-changingmarketing texts and our supplements.DXandthehugelypopular MOTIF.This is followed by detailed chapters about the major newBuilding on the legacy of these two iconicfeatures of MONTAGE.keyboards,theYamahaMontagesetsthe next milestone for synthesizers withSop histicated Dynam icsophisticatedControldynamiccontrol,massivesound creation and streamlined workflowall combined in a powerful keyboarddesigned to inspire your creativity.Music is expression. MONTAGE adds a new level ofexpression with the Motion Control Synthesis Engine.This engine allows a variety of methods to interact withIf you liked the DX and MOTIF, get ready toand channel your creativity into finding your own uniquelove MONTAGE.sound.YAMAHA.COM2

Music Production Guide 01 2016M ot i o n C o n t r o l S y n t h e s i s E n g i n eThe Motion Control Synthesis Engine unifies and controlstwo iconic Sound Engines: AWM2 (high-quality waveformand synthesis) and FM-X (modern, pure FrequencyModulation synthesis.) These two engines can be freelyzoned or layered across eight Parts in a single MONTAGEPerformance.Interact with MONTAGE Performances using MotionControl: a highly-programmable control matrix forcreating deep, dynamic and incredibly expressive sound.With Motion Control, you can create new sounds notpossible on previous hardware synthesizers.Super KnobCreate dynamic sound changes from radical to sublimewith the Super Knob. The Super Knob can control multipleparameters simultaneously resulting in anything you canimagine.For example: change your listening position from right infront of an instrument to in the back seat of a concert hall.For example, a drum loop could drive effects parametersfor a cool rhythms or a vocal recording could controlmultiple parameters for a “talking” synthesizer. The audiocan even be a “live” source through the A/D input.Or radically change the character of a Performance fromatmospheric and mellow to rhythmic and edgy.The Super Knob can even be assigned to a second FC7MassiveSound Creationfoot controller making it easy to manipulate the soundMONTAGE features two Iconic Sound Engines: FM-X andwhen playing with both hands.AWM2 modernised for amazing sound playback andcomplex sound design.M ot i o n S e q u e n c e sMotion Sequences are tempo-synchronized, completelycustomisable control sequences that can be assigned tovirtually any synthesizer parameter and provide incrediblenew ways of creating sound.Motion Sequences also have dedicated controls on thefront panel making it easy to manipulate and change inreal-time, providing incredible interactivity and expression.AW M 2Powered by proprietary Yamaha technology for us data compression without sound quality lossfor unparalleled, realistic sound reproduction.MONTAGE is much more than an incremental specificationincrease – powered by technology advances, MONTAGEis exponentially more powerful than MOTIF XF.E n v e lo p e f o l low e r128 - n ot e , s t e r e o p o ly p h o n yThe Envelope Follower converts audio into a controlExperience rich stereo sound without halving the availablesource for control of virtually any synthesizer parameter.number of notes.YAMAHA.COM3

Music Production Guide 01 2016Wav e f o r m ca pac i t yPiano players will appreciate piano-focused effects likeMONTAGE features nearly 10 times the WaveformDamper Resonance for a super-realistic piano experiencecapacity of the MOTIF XF, allowing more Samples perand the HD reverbs that let you put yourself in anyinstrument for incredibly realistic and nuanced sound.performance space.I n t e g r at e d F l as h M e m o rySidechainMONTAGE includes 1.75 GB of User Flash Memory withhigh speed reading/writing for your own custom Samplesor synth Libraries from yamahasynth.comFM -XFM-X is an amazingly sophisticated pure synthesizerAutomatically control the dynamic behaviour of one Partfrom another. Sidechain is very popular in modern dancemusic where a pad or other sustain part is “keyed” to thekick drum. When the kick drum plays, it ducks down thesustained part creating a “pumping” rhythmic effect.engine capable of producing classic ‘80s or cutting-edge,EDM sound with incredible dynamic range, power andfidelity. MONTAGE features an 8-operator FM architectureand 128-note polyphony, allowing for a massive array ofsound design options.EffectsFrom high definition reverbs to incredibly detailed VirtualCircuit Modeling (VCM) effects, MONTAGE is loadedContentEvery instrument needs great content to inspire yourcreativity. MONTAGE features a huge range of incrediblesounds like a brand-new Yamaha CFX Premium GrandPiano, detailed new strings and woodwinds and selectcontent from the DX and TX family, all modernised to takeadvantage of the Motion Control Synthesis Engine.with DSP innovation, power and, most importantly, soundquality. Use effects like Beat Repeat, Vinyl Break, or BitCrusher to get a modern EDM sound. You can even add acompressor with sidechain for a modern “ducking” effect.Or go retro with vintage effects like Analog Delay, VCMPhaser, or a variety of Amp Simulators.C o m pat i b i l i t yMONTAGE is directly compatible with MOTIF ES / XS / XFVoices. Yamaha is developing an FM converter to makeit compatible with Voices from the classic FM synths DX7,DX7II, TX802, and TX816 as well.BösendorferAs part of the MONTAGE introduction, Yamaha is pleasedto offer an incredible Bösendorfer Imperial PremiumGrand Piano download for FREE to all MONTAGE owners.Please check yamahamusicsoft.com for details.P u r e A n a lo g C i r c u i tMONTAGEfeaturesprofessional,stereobalancedoutputs with “Pure Analog Circuit” digital to analogconversion. PAC improves the quality of signal afterbeing converted from digital to analog for clearharmonic reproduction and even frequency response.YAMAHA.COM4

Music Production Guide 01 2016The result is an output capable of reproducing MONTAGE’sinternal content expressively with power and clarity.S t r ea m li n ed workf l owHow do you want to integrate your instrument with yoursystem? How do you want to organize the onboardcontent? How do you want to interact with the instrumentwhile you play? MONTAGE answers these questions andmore with a flexible, streamlined workflow.U S B Au d i o/M IDITo u c h S c r e e nConnect MONTAGE to your computer with a single USBSelect and change parameters directly with the new colourcable and capture every nuance of your creativity intotouch screen.your DAW. MONTAGE’s powerful USB driver can send 16and receive 3 channels of stereo 24-bit/44.1kHz digitalEightR ota ryEncodersandFa d e r saudio to/from your computer or iOS device (MONTAGEw i t h s t e p l a d d e r LEDis class compliant, no driver needed!), no other hardwareThe eight rotary encoders are always in the right positionrequired!for you to turn the selected parameter up or down. NoThe USB connection also features full MIDI support of 16need to search for the “catch” or “latch” point, just turnchannels.the knob.Stepladder LEDs next to the faders indicate positionLive SetLive Set lets you organise your Performances however youwant without copying, changing order or renaming. Whena Performance is selected, you can easily register it to aLive Set. This is perfect for playing gigs or even creatingyour own organisation scheme for Performances.making it easy to see where your current mix position is.K e y b oa r dMONTAGE is available in three different configurations: MONTAGE 6 and 7 feature the premium FSX semiweighted synthesizer action with aftertouch in 61 and76 keys respectively.S e am l e ss s o u n d s w i tc h i n gMONTAGE features dual insert effects on every one ofits 16 Parts. When using a Performance with eight orfewer Parts, Seamless Sound Switching (SSS) is possible.Seamless Sound Switching lets you change Performancesseamlessly without any cut-off in envelope or effects. Thisis perfect for live performances where you end one songand start another without stopping.P h y s i ca l C o n t r o l MONTAGE 8 features an 88 key, fully-weightedBalanced Hammer action with aftertouch. This providesequal resistance for each key across the keyboard andis perfect for playing a variety of instruments fromacoustic piano to electric piano, synth sounds, organand more!D i r e c t C o n t r o l A ss i g n m e n tDirect Control Assignment assigns controls at the touch ofa button. Simply select a parameter, hit the Direct ControlMONTAGE features a comprehensive set of physicalAssignment button and move the controller to control thatcontrols for intuitive music making and sound creation.parameter. Easy!YAMAHA.COM5

Music Production Guide 01 2016A /D InputThe A/D input processes external audio sources with yourinstrument’s DSP. Use guitars, mics, or any line sourceas an input and process with the internal effects. Youcan even use these sources with the Wave Follower orSidechain for a truly unique sound.8 - Pa r t P e r f o r ma n c e se x pa n d e d A r p e g g i ato rA newly developed Performance Mode combines all thenew features of MONTAGE "under one roof". WhetherMoreover, Mixing parameters like Part Volume, Part Mutes,Effects units and parameters for the Amplitude Envelopecan be stored in a Scene.live, in the studio, or for sound design: Everything takesplace in the Performance Mode.Eight Parts are available for a live performance andprovide direct access for spontaneous adjustments.All eight Parts can be simultaneously controlled by theArpeggiator, which represents a significant enhancementcompared to the MOTIF series.Au d i t i o n - T h e o n - b oa r d " P r e s e n t e r "A stock of sounds so great as in MONTAGE requires goodmanaging tools. Among other things, it is important, ofcourse, to sensibly allocate Categories. Nonetheless,there are - especially with the new controller features suchas the Super Knob and Motion Sequences - Performanceswhich intention is not opening up at first glance. Not onlyE i g h t L i b r a ry Ba n ks f o r a n i mm e n s eat this point the "Audition" function comes into play. Presss to ck o f s o u n d sthe [AUDITION] button (top right of the panel) and youThe storage concept was also lifted onto a new levelfor MONTAGE. The so-called Library allows the user to"freeze" complete User Banks and to use them similarget to hear a demo sequence of the current Performance.Regardless of whether you are currently in PerformanceMode or in Live Set: Whenever you turn on Audition, youto Presets. Up to eight Library Banks are available inwill hear the demo sequence. You can even change theaddition to the User Bank. That means direct access toPerformance without interrupting the demonstration at9 x 640 Performances and 16 x 256 Live Set Slots!any time.ScenesC o m pat i b i l i t y to t h e M OTIF X F S e r i e sWithin a Performance eight Scenes ensure a considerablyMONTAGE contains all Preset Voices of the MOTIF XF asincreased flexibility. Such a Scene can store, for example,Single Part Performances. In addition, MONTAGE canMotion Sequences or the current value of the Super Knob.also load files (".X3A") of the MOTIF XF including UserEven the assignment of the Arpeggios to the Parts are partWaveforms. All Voices are then converted to Single Partof a Scene.Performances.YAMAHA.COM6