Yamaha MOTIF ES6 - User Manual

Explains the safety graphics and warnings found on the unit's enclosure, providing essential safety information.

Indicates the location of the name plate where model number, serial number, and power requirements are listed.

Lists basic precautions to avoid serious injury or death from electrical shock, fire, or other hazards.

Lists basic precautions to avoid physical injury or damage to the instrument or other property.

Lists all items included with the MOTIF ES 6/7/8 package, ensuring the user has everything.

Describes the contents and purpose of the three CD-ROMs included with the MOTIF ES package.

Details the various buttons, knobs, sliders, and connectors located on the front panel of the MOTIF ES.

Details the various connectors and controls located on the rear panel of the MOTIF ES.

Explains how to connect the AC power cord and safely use the power supply for the instrument.

Explains the instrument's data storage options, including SmartMedia and USB devices.

Details which types of data are lost or retained when the instrument's power is turned off.

Provides instructions and precautions for inserting, removing, and handling SmartMedia cards.

Provides instructions and precautions for connecting and using USB storage devices.

Explains how to connect external audio systems, speakers, and mixers to the instrument.

Explains how to connect external MIDI devices for controlling or being controlled by the MOTIF ES.

Details how to connect the MOTIF ES to a computer using a USB TO HOST connector.

Provides the power-on procedure and instructions for turning the instrument on and off.

Describes the procedure to restore the instrument's user memory to its original factory default settings.

Introduces the various operational modes of the MOTIF ES and their basic functions.

Explains how to use the Function [F1-F6] and Sub-Function [SF1-SF5] buttons to navigate menus.

Describes how to select a Voice, Performance, Song, or Master program using various controls.

Explains the function sets and operations of the Knobs and Control Sliders for real-time sound control.

Details the function and assignment of the control sliders for adjusting part volumes and balances.

Explains the basic operations for editing parameters in various modes like Voice, Performance, and Song.

Describes the function to compare edited sounds with their original condition for listening.

Explains how to restore the latest edits of a program if it was changed without storing.

Explains how the synthesizer displays confirmation messages for operations.

Explains how to view relevant details and settings for the currently selected mode.

Describes how to set key ranges for functions by specifying note values or pressing keys.

Explains how to name created data like Voices and files for saving to storage devices.

Guides users on how to load and play the built-in demo songs and patterns to explore the instrument's capabilities.

Explains how to select and play instrument sounds (voices) in the Voice Play mode.

Explains how to use the Arpeggio function to trigger rhythm patterns and phrases by playing notes.

Explains how to select and play Performances, combining multiple Voices.

Details how to use controllers like Pitch Bend, Modulation Wheel, Ribbon Controller, Knobs, and Sliders.

Explains how to install and utilize optional Plug-in Boards to expand the instrument's capabilities.

Provides comprehensive tools for creating and editing original Voices from scratch or by tweaking parameters.

Explains the two-step process to store edited Voices to internal memory and save them to external media.

Describes how to recall and load Voice data from external storage devices into the instrument.

Explains how to create and edit original Performances by combining multiple Voices and adjusting parameters.

Explains how to store edited Performances to internal memory and save them to external media.

Guides on recording sounds via microphone or audio equipment and creating User Voices.

Explains how to create songs using the instrument's sequencer, covering recording and editing MIDI data.

Guides on creating rhythm patterns and phrases, the fundamental elements for song accompaniment.

Explains how to record audio loops from CDs or other devices for use in Pattern tracks.

Explains how to record keyboard performances directly into Pattern tracks.

Details how to record Arpeggio playback data as MIDI sequence data into a Pattern track.

Explains how to create sections within a pattern and chain them together for song accompaniment.

Explains how to record keyboard performances into empty tracks using the Replace method.

Describes the Punch In/Out recording method to re-record only a specific portion of a track.

Explains the Overdub recording method to add more data to a track that already contains data.

Shows how to use Voices from optional Single Part Plug-in Boards when recording a Song.

Explains how to adjust timing, length, and velocity of notes using the Groove function.

Guides on sampling audio material, like sound effects or vocal phrases, for use in Songs.

Explains how to register Song Scenes and Arpeggio types simultaneously to the SF1-SF5 buttons.

Explains how to edit recorded song data using the Song Edit mode and Song Job mode.

Details operations within the Song Job mode, such as Quantize, for transforming recorded data.

Explains how to adjust part levels and balances using Control Sliders in Song/Pattern Mixing.

Explains how to tweak Song/Pattern Mixing settings in real-time using the instrument's knobs.

Describes the Compare and Edit Recall functions for Song/Pattern modes, similar to Voice mode.

Explains how to adjust part levels and balances using Control Sliders in Song/Pattern Mixing.

Guides on creating original Arpeggio data by recording phrases and converting them to Arpeggio data.

Explains how to store edited Song/Pattern data to internal memory and save it to external media.

Explains how to save Song and Pattern data to SmartMedia or USB storage devices.

Describes how to save Song or Pattern data as a Standard MIDI File (SMF).

Explains how to save Sample Voices as WAV or AIFF files from the Song/Pattern mode.

Explains how to configure the Auto Load function to load specified files automatically on power-on.

Explains how to use the MOTIF ES as a master keyboard to control other devices or call up presets.

Describes how to store and save edited Master settings to internal memory and external storage.

Explains how to divide the keyboard into independent areas (Zones) for master control.

Shows how to use Zones with both internal and external tone generators for split or layer setups.

Explains how to set MIDI Control Change numbers for Knobs and Sliders affecting each Zone.

Guides on confirming system requirements, connecting the instrument via USB, and installing software.

Explains how to use sequencer software (like SQ01) to play multi-part song data using MOTIF ES sounds.

Details how to play back MIDI sequence data from a computer sequencer and record it to the MOTIF ES.

Explains how to use the Multi Part Editor software to create and edit Mixing settings for Songs/Patterns.

Describes how to create and edit Voices using the Voice Editor software on a computer.

Explains how to edit Plug-in and Board Voices using the MOTIF ES or dedicated software.

Details how to use the TWE Wave Editor software to edit audio files for use as samples.

Explains the functions assigned to panel buttons when operating computer software via Remote Control.

Guides on setting up the MOTIF ES and computer for remote control operations.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Details the components of the Controller Block, such as the keyboard, wheels, and knobs.

Lists the controllers equipped on the MOTIF ES and those that can be connected externally.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains the function of the Tone Generator block in producing sound based on MIDI messages.

Describes the built-in AWM2 sound source and the optional Plug-in Boards for expanding sound capabilities.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains the three main program types: Voice, Performance, and Mixing.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Distinguishes between Normal Voices (pitched) and Drum Voices (percussion/drum sounds).

Explains the GM standard for voice organization and the MOTIF ES's GM Voice bank.

Details fundamental parameters like Oscillator, Pitch, Filter, Amplitude, and Envelope Generators.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains the Amplitude unit and the AEG for controlling volume changes over time.

Describes the LFO function for creating effects like vibrato, wah, and tremolo.

Explains the two operating modes of the internal tone generator: Single Timbre and Multi-timbral.

Defines maximum polyphony and explains its impact on sound when notes exceed the limit.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains how parts are provided and assigned across different modes and MIDI channels.

Details the part structure for the Voice mode, emphasizing single-channel MIDI reception.

Details the part structure for the Performance mode, noting multi-channel limitations.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains how to handle audio input signals as a Part in Performance, Song, and Pattern modes.

Describes the sequencer's role in creating songs and patterns via MIDI data.

Defines Songs and Patterns as MIDI sequence data and introduces preset Phrase data.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Illustrates the structure of Song data, including tracks, Song Mixing, Scene, and Song Chain.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Illustrates the structure of Pattern data, including tracks, Pattern Mixing, Sections, and Phrases.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains how to string together Sections to create a single Song or automatically change Sections.

Distinguishes between MIDI tracks (keyboard performance) and Sample tracks (recorded samples).

Explains recording methods like Realtime and Step recording for MIDI tracks.

Describes Realtime recording for capturing performance nuances and Step recording for manual event entry.

Explains Replace (overwrite) and Overdub (add) recording methods for Song/Pattern tracks.

Describes Loop Recording for Patterns, allowing repeated phrase recording.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains how to re-record only a specific portion of a track using Punch In/Out.

Introduces the Arpeggio function for triggering musical and rhythmic phrases.

Lists the 18 categories of Arpeggio types available on the MOTIF ES.

Explains Keyboard Mega Voices, which use velocity switching for distinct sounds per velocity range.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Describes the different playback types for Arpeggios designed for Normal Voices and Drum Voices.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Details the parameters related to Arpeggio that can be set depending on the selected mode.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains the Sampling function for recording and using sounds as instrument Voices.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains the types of data created by Sampling: Wave, Key Bank, Waveform, User Voice, and Sample Voice.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains how to select and hear Waveforms, User Voices, and Sample Voices in different modes.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains the Trigger mode for sample recording: manual, level-based, or measure-based.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Describes the different playback types for samples: One Shot, Loop, and Reverse.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains the Effect Block, which applies DSP effects like System, Insertion, Master EQ, and Part EQ.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Details how effects are connected and applied in Voice, Performance, Song, and Pattern modes.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Details how effects are connected and applied in Voice, Performance, Song, and Pattern modes.

Provides an overview of the MOTIF ES's internal structure, including blocks and functions.

Explains MIDI principles, channels, and messages transmitted/recognized by the synthesizer.

Describes how to maintain and store data using internal memory and external storage devices.

Describes how to maintain and store data using internal memory and external storage devices.

Details the relationship between the MOTIF ES functions and its internal memory/storage devices.

Describes how to maintain and store data using internal memory and external storage devices.

Explains the basic terms used in memory structure: Flash ROM, DRAM, DIMM, Edit Buffer, and Recall Buffer.

Explains how to perform general editing operations on a selected voice in the Voice Play mode.

Describes the basic procedure for creating and editing Voices using Play and Edit modes.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements that make up a Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements that make up a Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements that make up a Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements that make up a Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements that make up a Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements that make up a Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Normal Voices, including Common Edit and Element Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements that make up a Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Drum Voices, including Common Edit and Key Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Drum Voices, including Common Edit and Key Edit.

Details the parameters for making global edits to all keys of a selected Drum Voice.

Details the parameters for editing individual keys that make up a Drum Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Drum Voices, including Common Edit and Key Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Drum Voices, including Common Edit and Key Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual keys that make up a Drum Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Drum Voices, including Common Edit and Key Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Drum Voices, including Common Edit and Key Edit.

Details the parameters for editing individual keys that make up a Drum Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Plug-in Voices, similar to Normal Voice Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Plug-in Voices, which have only one Element.

Details the parameters for making global edits to all four Elements of a selected Normal Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Plug-in Voices, similar to Normal Voice Edit.

Details the parameters for editing Plug-in Voices, which have only one Element.

Details the parameters for editing individual Elements of a Plug-in Voice.

Details the parameters for editing Plug-in Voices, similar to Normal Voice Edit.

Explains basic operations like Initialize and Copy for editing Voices.

Provides supplementary information including the Micro Tuning List and Filter Type List.

Explains how to perform general editing operations on a selected Performance.

Describes the basic procedure for creating and editing Performances.

Details parameters for editing Performances, divided into Common Edit and Part Edit.

Details parameters common to all four Parts of a Performance.

Details parameters for editing Performances, divided into Common Edit and Part Edit.

Details parameters common to all four Parts of a Performance.

Details parameters for editing Performances, divided into Common Edit and Part Edit.

Details parameters common to all four Parts of a Performance.

Details parameters for editing Performances, divided into Common Edit and Part Edit.

Details parameters for editing individual Parts that make up a Performance.

Details parameters for editing Performances, divided into Common Edit and Part Edit.

Details parameters for editing individual Parts that make up a Performance.

Details parameters for editing Performances, divided into Common Edit and Part Edit.

Details parameters for editing individual Parts that make up a Performance.

Explains basic operations like Initialize and Copy for editing Performances.

Explains how to select and play Songs, adjust parameters like Transpose and Groove.

Explains how to record keyboard performances into Song tracks using various methods.

Provides detailed controls for editing MIDI events within individual Song tracks.

Explains editing tools and data transform functions for changing Song data.

Explains how to set up mixing data for songs, adjusting Voice, level, pan, EQ, and effects.

Provides more detailed Mixing parameters than Song Mixing mode, for finer control.

Details parameters common to all Parts within the Song Mixing Edit mode.

Details parameters for editing Song Mixing, divided into Common Edit and Part Edit.

Details parameters for editing individual Parts within a Song Mixing.

Explains basic operations like Initialize and Copy for Song Mixing parameters.

Explains how to store edited Song Mixing programs to User memory (DRAM) and save them.

Provides supplementary information including Song Track Loop examples and Step Recording examples.

Explains how to select and play Patterns, adjust parameters like Transpose and Groove.

Explains how to select and play Patterns, adjust parameters like Transpose and Groove.

Explains how to record keyboard performances into Pattern tracks using various methods.

Provides detailed controls for editing MIDI events within individual Pattern tracks.

Explains editing tools and data transform functions for changing Pattern data.

Explains various Jobs for Pattern data manipulation, including Copy, Exchange, and Mix Phrase.

Explains various Jobs for Pattern data manipulation, including Copy Phrase and Put Track To Arp.

Explains various Jobs for Pattern data manipulation, including Copy Pattern, Append Pattern, and Split Pattern.

Explains how to set up mixing data for patterns, adjusting Voice, level, pan, EQ, and effects.

Provides more detailed Mixing parameters than Pattern Mixing mode, for finer control.

Explains how to create and edit Mixing Voices, which are dedicated for use with Songs and Patterns.

Details parameters for making global edits to all four Elements of a selected Normal Voice.

Explains basic operations like Copy and Delete for editing Mixing Voices.

Explains how to record sounds and create Waveforms or User Voices from external devices.

Describes creating Waveforms or User Voices by recording input from external devices.

Explains setting up recording sources, trigger modes, and monitoring during sampling.

Explains setting up recording sources, trigger modes, and monitoring during sampling.

Explains parameters for the TRIM/SLICE display after sampling stops.

Provides tools for editing recorded samples and customizing them.

Explains editing tools and functions for changing sample data, including copying and deleting.

Details Jobs for modifying samples like Normalize, Time-Stretch, Convert Pitch, and Fade In/Out.

Explains Jobs for sample manipulation like Convert Freq, Stereo to Mono, Loop-Remix, and Slice.

Provides tips for using Slice Types and explains Wave Memory requirements for slice operations.

Explains important settings for overall instrument operation, including Tone Generator and Keyboard parameters.

Details settings for System, I/O (Input/Output), and Voice parameters within the Utility mode.

Details settings for Master EQ, Master Effect, Arpeggio Channel, Controller Assign, Sequencer, and MIDI Filter.

Details settings for Controller Assign (Knobs, Footswitch), Remote Control, Master Effect, and MIDI channels.

Details settings for MIDI channels, synchronization (MIDI Sync, ClockOut, SeqCtrl), and Receive Bulk data.

Details settings for MIDI IN/OUT, Plug-in boards (Status, MIDI, Native), and Utility Job mode.

Provides tools for transferring data between the instrument and storage media, including File/Folder selection.

Details operations for Renaming and Deleting files and folders on storage media.

Provides instructions for selecting files/folders and formatting storage media.

Lists file types handled by the MOTIF ES for saving and loading data.

Details data compatibility with MOTIF 6/7/8 and file types for Waveforms and Sample Voices.

Explains how to create and select Masters, which combine Voices or Performances for live performance.

Details parameters for editing Common and Zone settings within a Master.

Details parameters for editing Zones within a Master, including Transmit settings.

Explains operations like Initialize and Bulk Dump for managing Master data.

Explains how to store edited Masters to User memory (Flash ROM).

Explains the Information displays for each mode, showing important settings at a glance.

Explains the Information displays for each mode, showing important settings at a glance.

Lists and explains various LCD indications and error messages encountered during operation.

Lists and explains various LCD indications and error messages encountered during operation.

Provides solutions to common problems encountered when playing the keyboard or using features.

Addresses issues like wrong pitch, no sound, Arpeggio problems, and Song/Pattern issues.

Addresses issues related to drum sound, microphone, sampling, Plug-in boards, and computer/MIDI communication.

Lists optional devices like Plug-in Boards, AIEB2/mLAN16E, and DIMMs that can be installed.

Shows the physical locations where optional hardware can be installed on the MOTIF ES.

Provides essential safety precautions and warnings before installing optional hardware.

Details the procedure for installing optional Plug-in Boards into the MOTIF ES.

Explains the installation procedure for the AIEB2 or mLAN16E expansion boards.

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the AIEB2 I/O expansion board.

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the mLAN16E expansion board.

Explains how to install DIMM memory modules to expand sampling capabilities.

Lists compatible DIMM types and configuration recommendations for the MOTIF ES.

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing DIMM modules into the MOTIF ES.

Explains various technical terms related to music, synthesis, and audio used in the manual.

Provides detailed technical specifications for the MOTIF ES hardware.

Provides detailed technical specifications for the MOTIF ES hardware, including dimensions and power.

An alphabetical listing of topics covered in the manual for quick reference.

An alphabetical listing of topics covered in the manual for quick reference.

Provides FCC compliance information for the product regarding radio frequency interference.

Provides important notices for UK users, including mains lead colour coding for plug connection.