Yamaha WX5 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Raymond BellJul 26, 2025
What to do if no sound is produced when breath pressure is applied to my Yamaha Musical Instrument WX5?
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  Michael WilliamsJul 26, 2025
  If no sound comes out when you blow into the Yamaha WX5, there are a few things to check: * The wind sensor might need adjustment. Follow the procedure on page 25. * The Audition function could be on. Try turning it off as described on page 21. * The tone generator might be off, or its MIDI settings might not be set up correctly for the WX5. Check your tone generator.
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Kathleen FergusonJul 31, 2025
Why is the volume too low on my Yamaha WX5 Musical Instrument, or why is it too difficult to produce sufficient volume?
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  Christopher ColeJul 31, 2025
  If the volume is too low, or it's hard to get enough volume on your Yamaha Musical Instrument, consider the following: * The wind sensor might need adjustment. Follow the adjustment procedure on page 25. * The sensitivity (software wind gain) setting might be too low. Refer to page 20. * Check the voice you are using as well as relevant tone generator settings.
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Kayla MeyerAug 5, 2025
What to do if sound is produced even when no breath pressure is applied to the Yamaha WX5?
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  Heidi JacobsAug 5, 2025
  If your Yamaha WX5 makes sound even when you're not blowing into it, here are some things to check: * If the LED2 indicator is lit without breath pressure, the wind sensor might need adjustment. Follow the procedure on page 25. * The Key Hold function might be on. Try pressing the Key Hold button to disengage Key Hold. * The Audition function might be turned on. Try turning the Audition function off as described on page 21.
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Calvin McgeeAug 10, 2025
How to fix the Yamaha WX5 volume if it doesn’t change as expected when breath pressure is varied?
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  William SmithAug 10, 2025
  If the volume on your Yamaha Musical Instrument isn't changing as expected with breath pressure, it might be due to mismatched settings. If the WX5 wind sensor sends breath data as MIDI breath control data (control change #02), ensure the tone generator is set up to allow volume control via the same data type. Either change the WX5 wind sensor data type to match the tone generator (page 22), or set the tone generator to allow breath control.
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Tara FreyAug 14, 2025
Why doesn't the pitch change as expected when lip pressure is applied to the reed on my Yamaha Musical Instrument?
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  Tammy LeeAug 14, 2025
  If the pitch isn't changing as expected with lip pressure on your Yamaha Musical Instrument: * If you're using the reedless (recorder type) mouthpiece, you won't be able to apply lip pressure. Use the reed (saxophone type) mouthpiece if you want lip control. * The setup switches related to lip sensor operation might not be set correctly. Refer to the instructions for switches 1-6 and 1-7 on pages 22, 23. * The selected voice might not allow pitch control. Use a voice that is set up for pitch control.
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Madeline SimpsonAug 20, 2025
What to do if the LED indicators don’t light when the power is turned on in Yamaha WX5?
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  ukennedyAug 20, 2025
  If the LED indicators don’t light when you turn on the power, it could be because the Loose Lip mode is selected. This is normal. If the Tight Lip mode is selected, the lip sensor may not be adjusted properly, follow the adjustment procedure outlined on page 26.

Summary

Special Message Section

Battery Notice

Describes battery usage and safety precautions.

Disposal Notice

Instructions for proper product disposal.

FCC Information (U.S.A.)

Compliance information for US users regarding regulations.

Precautions

Warning

Critical safety instructions to prevent injury or death.

Caution

Precautions to prevent physical injury or instrument damage.

Main WX5 Features

Packing List

Lists all items included in the WX5 package.

WX5 Controls and Connectors Overview

Key Components and Features

Describes mouthpieces, LEDs, keys, and strap attachment.

Adjustment Controls

Details sensor gain controls and setup switches.

Operational Buttons and Supports

Explains setup button, thumb hook, and battery cover.

WX5 Controls and Connectors Details

Performance Control Elements

Pitch bend wheel, key hold, and program change buttons.

Connectivity and Power Ports

DC IN, MIDI OUT, WX OUT connectors, and cable holder.

Instrument Maintenance Features

Water drain, strap attachment, and thumb hook positioning.

Setting Up the WX5

Power Supply Options

Details AC adaptor and battery power options.

Connecting to a Tone Generator

WX Connector Setup

Direct connection to WX-compatible tone generators.

Standard MIDI Tone Generator Connection

Connection via standard MIDI cable.

Preparing to Play

Turning the Power On

How to switch the WX5 on and off.

Selecting a Mouthpiece

Choosing between reed and reedless mouthpieces.

Selecting a Lip Mode: Tight Lip or Loose Lip

Choosing between Tight and Loose lip modes.

Wind and Lip Sensor Operation

Wind and Lip Sensors Explained

Explains the function of the wind and lip sensors.

LED Indicators

Explains the status indicated by the LEDs.

Tonguing Technique

Technique for adding attack to notes.

Basic Playing Techniques

Fingering Modes

Explains the four fingering modes available.

Pitch Control Techniques

Octave Shift

How to shift the pitch up or down by octaves.

Pitch Bend Wheel

How to use the pitch bend wheel.

Key Hold Functionality

Key Hold Overview

How to hold notes while playing others.

Normal Hold Mode

Details the Normal Hold mode.

Advanced Key Hold Modes

Follow Hold Mode

Details the Follow Hold mode.

Sustain Mode

How to activate Sustain mode.

Portamento Mode

How to activate Portamento mode.

Program Change Control

Changing Voices

How to increment/decrement voice numbers.

Program Change and Bank Selection

Direct Program Change Entry

How to enter program change numbers directly.

Bank Number Transmission

How to specify bank select MSB/LSB.

MIDI Channel and Parameter Reset

Changing the MIDI Transmit Channel

How to set the MIDI transmit channel.

Parameter Reset

How to reset WX5 parameters to default.

Mono;Poly and Portamento Mode Switching

Mono;Poly & Portamento Switching

Transmitting MIDI mode messages.

Using the Setup Button

Sensitivity (Software Wind Gain)

Adjusting software wind gain settings.

Setup Button Functions

Octave Transpose

Shifting MIDI note numbers by octaves.

Audition Function On;Off

Turning the audition function on or off.

Setup Switch Settings: Part 1

Velocity and Wind Data Settings

Switches for velocity, wind data, and wind curve.

Lip Mode Selection

Switch for selecting Tight or Loose Lip mode.

Lip Data Range

Switch for determining lip data range.

Setup Switch Settings: Part 2

Lip and Transpose Settings

Switches for lip data, control change, and transpose.

Fingering and Response Settings

Switches for fingering modes and fast response.

High Key Assignment

Switch for assigning high D/D# keys.

Setup Switch Settings: Pitch Bend

Pitch Bend to MIDI Data

Determines initial Pitch Bend Wheel control mode.

Wind Sensor Adjustment

Wind Zero & Wind Gain Adjustment

Adjusts wind pressure to MIDI data relationship.

Lip Sensor Adjustment

Lip Zero & Lip Gain Adjustment

Adjusts lip pressure to MIDI pitch bend data.

Tuning and Tone Generator Settings

Tone Generator Tuning

Tuning the tone generator's sound.

WX5 Lip Sensor Tuning

Tuning via the lip sensor.

Tone Generator MIDI Settings

MIDI messages for tone generator parameters.

Maintenance

MIDI System Setup Examples

Foot Control Setup

Using MFC10 for extra control.

Sequencer Recording and Playback

Connecting to sequencers for recording.

Troubleshooting

WX5 Fingering Charts

Saxophone(a) Fingering

Fingering chart for Saxophone(a) mode.

WX5 Fingering Charts (Continued)

Saxophone(b) Fingering

Fingering chart for Saxophone(b) mode.

WX5 Fingering Charts (Continued)

Saxophone(c) Fingering

Fingering chart for Saxophone(c) mode.

WX5 Fingering Charts (Continued)

Flute Fingering

Fingering chart for Flute mode.

MIDI Data Format

Transmit Data

Details MIDI messages transmitted by the WX5.

Channel Mode Messages

Specifies channel mode messages.

MIDI Implementation Chart

WX5 Specifications

Key Operation and MIDI Assignments

Yamaha WX5 Specifications

General

Type	Wind MIDI Controller
MIDI Output	Yes
MIDI Out	Yes
Control Change Messages	Yes
Breath Control	Yes
Breath Sensor	Yes
Pitch Bend	Yes
Octave Key	Yes
Bite Sensor	Yes
Octave Roller	Yes
Modulation Control	Yes
Key System	Saxophone fingering
Power Supply	DC 6V