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Yamaha Motif XS6 61-Key Workstation

With the new Yamaha MOTIF XS, inspiration is just a key press away. High-quality sounds to inspire you, intelligent arpeggiators to fuel your creativity, recording features to capture every idea, built-in sampling to create full audio/MIDI arrangements, rhythmic Patterns to compose with, studio-style mixing controls and versatile effect processing to master your final productions. Learn More...

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Overall User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Individual User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
The best of everything, especially computer connectivity. If you're looking for a synth/workstation to interface with Cubase, Sonar, Digital Performer, etc. this one has it all: firewire (standard on 88 key, $250 approx. option on 76 & 61 key models), network cable, USB, SPDIF, MIDI, and analog stereo. Transmits audio and MIDI via firewire to and from the DAW.

Quality:
Sturdy feeling and playing. Built like a tank.

Value:
We considered buying the Roland Fantom X6 but the extensive computer connectivity was not comparable to the MOTIF. The Roland has only half the memory capability of the Motif for sampling and audio. 512mb vs. 1,024mb. For live performance the Roland may have the edge on operational simplicity.

Desirability:
Got it. Impressive looks, feel, and functionality. More features than you'll ever use.

Sound:
It literally takes HOURS to listen to all the great built-in sounds. And since Yamaha now owns Steinberg the interaction between the MOTIF and CUBASE is tight and fully integrated. For those involved in creating AND recording music this pairing would be tough to beat.

Ease of Use:
For seasoned synth players, no sweat. If you're new to synth/workstations the manual is a great help as well as extensive online resources at YamahaSynth.com

Support:
You won't need it, but Yamaha support has always been substantial for other Yamaha products we own.

Overall:
For songwriters, arrangers, producers, and especially those who record, edit, and mix/master via computer, the MOTIF is the best choice by far. It will inspire, challenge, and enable your creativity.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
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Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
BIG COLOR SCREEN IS MAGNIFICENT

Quality:
MORE COMPACT THAN THE ES MODEL AND LOOKS BANANAS

Value:
OBVIOUSLY

Desirability:
GOT IT

Sound:
NEXT LEVEL!!!!

Ease of Use:
TO SIMPLE....DONT EVEN NEED THE MANUAL (IF YOU KNOW THE ES WELL)

Support:
WILL NEVER NEED

Overall:
BONKERS

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