Yamaha MOX8 User Manual

Synthesizer Parameter Manual
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Introduction
This manual explains the parameters and technical terms that are used for synthesizers
incorporating the Yamaha AWM2 sound generators.
You should use this manual together with the documentation unique to the product. Read the
documentation first and use this parameter manual to learn more about parameters and terms
that relate to Yamaha synthesizers. We hope that this manual gives you a detailed and
comprehensive understanding of Yamaha synthesizers.
Information
The contents of this manual and the copyrights thereof are under exclusive ownership by
Yamaha Corporation.
The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
Some functions and parameters in this manual may not be provided in your product.
The information in this manual is current as of October 2010.

Yamaha MOX8 Specifications

General

Polyphony	64 notes
Arpeggiator	6, 720 types
Display	240 x 64 dot LCD
Sound Engine	AWM2
Multitimbral Capacity	16 parts
Wave ROM	355MB (when converted to 16-bit linear format)
Keyboard	88-key, Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) keyboard
Effects	Reverb, Chorus, Insertion Effects, Master Effects, EQ
Sequencer	16-track
Connectivity	USB, MIDI In/Out, Phones, Output L/Mono, R, Foot Controller, Footswitch, Damper
Dimensions	1, 320 x 405 x 168 mm

Summary

Voice Parameters

Voice Basic Terms

Explains fundamental terminology related to synth voices, including types and editing functions.

Voice Synthesis Parameters

Details parameters related to the synthesis process, including oscillators and articulation features.

Voice Operational Parameters

Covers settings for playing the instrument, managing voices, and performance controls.

Effects

Effects Basic Terms

Defines core concepts related to audio effects, such as VCM technology and Reverb algorithms.

Effects Types

Lists and describes various audio effect types like Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, and Distortion.

Effects Parameters

Details specific adjustable parameters for each effect type, categorized by letter (A-W).

MIDI

MIDI Overview

Introduces MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and its role in electronic music communication.

MIDI Channel Messages

Explains MIDI messages related to note events, pitch bend, program changes, and control changes.

MIDI System Messages

Covers MIDI system messages including System Exclusive, Common, and Realtime messages.