MM8 News: Yamaha now build on the success of the big selling MM6 ‘Mini-Mo’ Music Production synthesizer and continue to set new standards with the introduction of the high-performance, yet affordable, MM8.
The MM8 offers a full 88 note weighted action keyboard, lightweight design, powerful soundset (derived from the Motif synth engine) and USB integration, the MM8 is ideal for live performance, studio work and music education purposes.
The MM8 is an inspiration to play with the Yamaha graded hammer standard (GHS) keyboard and the huge
range of professional quality sounds. The key to successful music production is versatility and the MM8 delivers with a wide range of sonic control parameters designed with convenience and accessibility in mind. 4 top panel control knobs and pitch bend / modulation wheels allow for expressive real-time sonic control.
The MM8 ships with Cubase AI4 DAW software and can easily be integrated into computer systems whilst the
internal arpeggiators, professionally produced patterns and extensive performance memories will prove
invaluable for gigging musicians demanding control and convenience.
All sounds, including filters and envelope characteristics, can be extensively modified in real-time using the edit functions and control knobs and can then be stored via standard USB storage devices. It is also possible to playback SMF files direct from external USB storage making it an ideal gigging tool.
Available from June 2008, the Yamaha MM8 will surely set the standard for innovative, discerning and cost conscious music creators. Be guaranteed stock from the first UK shipment and pre-order from Digital Village in-store, online or via telephone mailorder - get the best deal from DV.