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Yamaha WX-11 User Manual

Yamaha WX-11
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Yamaha WX-11 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeWind MIDI Controller
ManufacturerYamaha
Power Supply9V DC adapter or 6 x AA batteries
ConnectivityMIDI Out
FeaturesOctave control

Summary

WX11 Keys & Controls

Mouthpiece

Describes the single-reed type mouthpiece, similar to sax/clarinet.

Lip Zero Control

Trimmer control for adjusting normal playing pressure for pitch.

Octave Keys

Allows transposing up by 1-3 or down by 1-2 octaves.

Setup Key

Used for sensitivity settings and playing modes (tight/loose lip).

Hold Key

Enables a pedal tone that can be held while playing other notes.

Program Change Key

Selects performance combinations/voices via MIDI program change.

Mouthpiece Interior Components

Lip Sensor Cantilever

Transfers reed pressure to the lip sensor, requires careful handling.

Breath Release Aperture

Releases breath pressure, simulating acoustic instrument feel.

Pressure Sensor Aperture

Houses the breath sensor that detects breath strength.

External Features and Connectivity

Output Connector

Connects the WX11 via a special cable to the WT11 or BT7 pack.

Strap Ring

Accepts the neck strap for comfortable playing.

Drain Hole

Allows moisture from breath and condensation to drain.

System Setup and Operation

Setting Up the WX11/WT11 System

Guides on connecting WX11 with WT11 and sound system.

Initial Operation: Turning On and Playing

General Operation and Fingering

Fingering Basics

Explains standard Böhm fingering, key improvements, and octave key use.

Selecting Performance Combinations

How to select voices/programs using octave keys and program change key.

Setting Sensitivity

Playing Modes and Lip Zero Adjustment

Playing Modes (Tight/Loose Lip)

Explains Tight Lip vs. Loose Lip modes and how to select them.

Lip Zero Adjustment

How to adjust lip zero control for each playing mode.

Hold Key and Lip Zero Bar Graph

Lip Zero Bar Graph

Visual display on WT11 for adjusting lip zero.

Using the Hold Key

Functionality for playing a sustained pedal tone.

Alternative Tone Generators

Yamaha TX81Z/TX802 Settings

Settings for pitch bend and breath control on Yamaha tone generators.

MIDI Communication and Applications

MIDI Messages Transmitted

Details on NOTE ON/OFF, Program Change, Breath Control, Pitch Bend messages.

Sample MIDI Applications

Examples of connecting with MFC2 foot controller.

Sequence Recording with WX11

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Sound or Control Issues

Troubleshooting common issues like no sound or key hold failure.

Low Sound Level

Addresses issues with low sound output and breath sensor adjustment.

Pitch Variation Problems

Troubleshooting lack of pitch bend or variation.

Vibrato (LFO) Control Issues

Diagnosing issues with vibrato control via LFO.

Persistent Sound

Solutions for persistent sound, including key hold and temperature effects.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Mouthpiece and Reed Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the mouthpiece and reed.

Body and Key Cleaning

Guidance on cleaning the WX11 body and keys with a dry cloth.

Specifications

MIDI Data Format

MIDI Channel Transmission

Specifies that all MIDI messages are transmitted on channel 1.

MIDI Output Message Types

Details channel and realtime MIDI messages transmitted by the WX11.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Fingering Chart

Octave Transpose Fingerings

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