Yamaha MOX8 Reference Manual
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Using the MOX6/MOX8 Manuals 2 Basic Structure 3 Functional Blocks 3 Tone Generator Block 4 A/D Input Block 8 Sequencer Block 9 Arpeggio Block 11 Controller Block 17 Effect Block 18 Internal Memory 22 Reference 24 Master Mode 128 Remote Mode 133 Utility Mode 141 Quick Setup - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 2
relate to Yamaha synthesizers. Data List (PDF document) Provides lists such as the Waveform List, Performance List, Effect Type List, Arpeggio Type List, as well as reference materials such as the MIDI Implementation Chart and Remote Control Function List. Using the Reference Manual • Using the - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 3
block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Computer External MIDI equipment Computer Microphone, guitar, audio - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 4
block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Normal Voices and Drum Voices Normal Voices This is a Voice which - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 5
(with the XA Control parameter settings "normal" and "legato"). Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Authentic note release sound Conventional synthesizers cannot adequately produce the - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 6
38 and 48). Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Pitch This unit controls the pitch of the sound (wave) output from the Oscillator. In the case of a Normal Voice, you can detune separate - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 7
as a "Mixing." You can use the Mixing when playing the MOX6/MOX8 sounds by using an external MIDI sequencer as well as using the sequencer block of the instrument. In this case, you should use the Mixing of the Song or Pattern that does not contain any sequence data. About Mixing A program in which - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 8
Functional blocks Tone Generator block A/D Input block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode A/D Input Block This block handles - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 9
Tone Generator block A/D Input block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Song Chain This function allows Songs - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 10
data MIDI data : Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Sequencer block applied to both Songs and Patterns MIDI Tracks and Mixing settings MIDI Tracks are created by recording your keyboard - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 11
to the MOX6/MOX8 Owner's Manual. Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Arpeggio Block This block lets you automatically trigger musical and rhythmic phrases using the current Voice by simply - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 12
BaMG" category). For details regarding the Mega Voice Arpeggios, see the "Voice Type" of the "Arpeggio Type List" in the "Data List" PDF document. Basic Structure Functional blocks Tone Generator block A/D Input block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Sub - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 13
83). *2 The "VoiceWithARP" parameter can be set in the MAIN display of the Arpeggio Edit for Song/Pattern mode (page 83). Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 13 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 14
memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Arpeggio functions controlled via the knobs Accent Phrase Accent Phrases are composed of sequence data included in some Arpeggio types, sounding - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 15
PLAY FX display of the Arpeggio Edit for Voice mode (page 28), for Performance mode (page 58), for Song/Pattern mode (page 83). NOTE For information on Arpeggio types that use this function, refer to the "Arpeggio Type List" in the "Data List" PDF document. Arpeggio setting displays Each mode has - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 16
and full rhythmic passages over which you can perform, they give you quality MIDI data you can use in creating Songs, or fully formed backing parts to be used in your live performances. For instructions on using Arpeggio, see the "Quick Guide" in the Owner's Manual. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 16 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 17
block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Even though the Modulation wheel is conventionally used to apply vibrato to the sound - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 18
blocks Tone Generator block A/D Input block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI Master Effect This block applies - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 19
to "1StereoRec" in the USB I/O display of the Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 20
blocks Tone Generator block A/D Input block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI In the Mixing mode Part Part EQ - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 21
instructions on using the Vocoder effect, see the Owner's Manual. Basic Structure Functional blocks Tone Generator block A/D Input block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Mic Input Extracting the characteristic of the input voice Keyboard performance - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 22
Utility settings Preset Data (ROM) • Voice • Preset Arpeggio • Demo Edit Buffer (DRAM) Bulk Dump User Memory Bulk Dump Internal data communication Data communication between this synthesizer and an external device MIDI instrument or computer Sequence software MOX6/MOX8 Editor USB Flash Memory - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 23
blocks Tone Generator block A/D Input block Sequencer block Arpeggio block Controller block Effect block Internal memory Reference Voice mode Performance mode Song mode Pattern mode Mixing mode Master mode Remote mode Utility mode Quick setup File mode Appendix MIDI MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 23 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 24
Reference This section provides a detailed description of the parameters used to configure your MOX6/MOX8. Display's Basic Configuration Indicates the selected Track. Indicates the current edit status; for example, Common edit or Part edit. Indicates the Voice/Performance - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 25
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 25 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 26
is applied to your keyboard performance. For details on settings, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Settings: sound decays to silence after the key is released. Settings: -64 - +0 - +63 NOTE When a Drum Voice is selected, the Sustain Level and Release Time are not available - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 27
specified Bank and Category. Settings: Bank pre (preset), user Category/SubCategory See the Category List (page 11). Type See the "Data List" PDF document. VeloRateOfs (Velocity Rate Offset) Determines the offset value for the Velocity Rate of Arpeggio playback. If the resultant velocity value is - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 28
Manual" PDF document. Settings: sort, thru, direct, sortdirect, thrudirect NOTE Some Arpeggio types belonging to the "Cntr" Category may not have note events (page 16). When such an Arpeggio type is selected and "KeyMode" is set to "sort" or "thru," no sound is produced, even if the MOX6/MOX8 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 29
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 29 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 30
of instruments. Settings: See the "Voice Category List" on page 53. [SF2] PLY MODE (Play Mode) Mono/Poly Selects monophonic or polyphonic. For details on settings, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Settings: mono, poly KeyAsgnMode (Key Assign Mode) Determines the playing method - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 31
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 31 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 32
mode, the foot switch will not be available as a "Source" of the Controller Set for the selected Voice. Dest (Destination) Determines the function that is controlled by the controller set in "Source." Settings: See the "Control List" in the "Data List" PDF document. Depth Determines the degree to - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 33
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 33 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 34
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 34 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 35
Type" and determines the Effect type for the Vocoder. Settings: For details on the editable Effect categories and types, see the "Data List" PDF document. Also, for details on the description for each Effect type, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. InsEF Connect (Insertion Effect - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 36
for each Effect type, designed to be used for specific applications and situations. You can change how the sound is affected by the selected pre-programmed settings. NOTE For a list of all Preset Performances, see the "Data List" PDF document. Effect Parameters The Effect parameter differs - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 37
frequency value of the BPFs (for the Inst Input) is shifted. This parameter can be used to adjust the pitch of the Vocoder sound. Settings: -2, -1, +0, +1, +2 Voice Mode Voice Play [F1] PLAY [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio Edit [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX Normal - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 38
the Waveform for the selected Element. See the "Waveform List" in the "Data List" PDF document. Voice Mode Voice Play [F1] PLAY [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio Edit [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX Normal Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 39
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 39 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 40
DEPTH: -64 - +0 - +63 NOTE For details on PEG, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Voice Mode Voice Play [F1] PLAY [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio Edit [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX Normal Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 41
keyboard, by holding down the [SF6] KBD button and pressing the desired key. EGTimeSens (EG Time Key Follow Sensitivity) Determines the degree to which the notes (specifically, their position or octave range) affect the Pitch EG times of the selected Element. The Center Key (next parameter) is used - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 42
DEPTH: -64 - +0 - +63 NOTE For details on FEG, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Voice Mode Voice Play [F1] PLAY [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio Edit [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX Normal Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 43
"Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF sound of the selected Drum key is panned alternately left and right for each note you press. The Pan setting (above) is used as the basic Pan position. Settings: L64 - C - R63 Voice Mode Voice Play [F1] PLAY [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 44
the half-damper by sending Control Change messages from an external MIDI device to the instrument. NOTE For details on AEG, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Voice Mode Voice Play [F1] PLAY [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio Edit [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 45
- +127 NOTE For details on setting example of the Amplitude Scaling, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. [F5] LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) Wave Selects the LFO waveform that is used to vary the sound. Settings: saw, tri, squ saw (sawtooth wave) tri (triangle wave) squ (square - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 46
or volume of the sound. Settings: 0 - be used to boost Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 47
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 47 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 48
: See the "Waveform List" in the "Data List" PDF document. [SF2] OUTPUT From this display you can set certain output parameters for the selected Drum key. InsEffOut (Insertion Effect Output) Determines which Insertion Effect (A or B) is used to process each individual Drum key. The Insertion Effect - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 49
of the Drum voice respond to the keyboard and MIDI data. AssignMode Determines the playing method when the same notes are received continuously over the same channel, and without a corresponding note off message. For details on settings, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Settings - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 50
the sound of the selected Drum Key is panned randomly left and right for each note you press. The Pan setting (above) is used as the Center Pan position. Settings: 0 - 127 [SF2] VEL SENS (Velocity Sensitivity) Voice Mode Voice Play [F1] PLAY [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio Edit - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 51
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 51 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 52
] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Drum Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] CTL SET [F6] EFFECT Key Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F6] EQ Voice Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 52 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 53
MIX MASTER REMOTE UTILITY QUICK SET FILE Supplementary Information Voice Category List This is the list of the Main Categories and their Sub Categories to which the respective Voices of the MOX6/MOX8 belong. Main Category (abbreviation) Acoustic Piano (Piano) Keyboard (Keys) Organ Guitar Bass - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 54
PERF SONG PATTERN MIX MASTER REMOTE UTILITY QUICK SET FILE Functions of Knobs 1 - 8 This section explains the functions assigned to Knobs 1 - 8 in the Voice mode. For instructions, see the Owner's Manual. When the [TONE 1] lamp is turned on: Knob 1 Knob 2 Knob 3 Knob 4 CUTOFF RESONANCE - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 55
] ARP6 (Arpeggio 6) The Arpeggio types are assigned to the buttons with 8th note icons on the display tab. You can call them up by pressing these buttons any time during your keyboard performance. The Arpeggio Type can be set in the Arpeggio Edit display (page 57). MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 55 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 56
contains the basic EG settings, both volume and filter. The settings made here are applied as offsets to the AEG and FEG settings in the Performance Part Edit (page 68). The parameters are the same as in the [F4] EG display of Voice Play. See page 26. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 56 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 57
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 57 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 58
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 58 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 59
[F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information [SF4] PORTA (Portamento) This display allows you to set the Portamento-related parameters. The parameters are the same as in Performance Play. See page 56. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 59 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 60
in each Effect type, see the "Data List" PDF document. Also, for details on the description for each Effect parameter, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Performance Mode Performance Play [F1] PLAY [F2] VOICE [F3] PORTA [F4] EG [F5] ARP ED [F6] EFFECT Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 61
Information [F4] USB I/O USB OUTPUT SELECT Determines whether the audio signal for each Part is output to USB 1/2 or USB 3/4. This parameter is available only when "Mode" is set to "2StereoRec" in the USB I/O display of the Utility mode. Settings: 1&2, 3&4 MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 61 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 62
the category and type for the Insertion Effect A/B. Settings: For details on the editable Effect categories and types, see the "Data List" PDF document. Also, for details on the description for each Effect type, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 62 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 63
and types, see the "Data List" PDF document. Also, for details on the description for each Effect type, see the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Preset This lets you call up pre-programmed settings for each Effect type, designed to be used for specific applications and situations. You - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 64
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 64 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 65
[F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information Actual resulting velocity (affecting the tone generator) Depth = 32 Depth = 0 0 127 Velocity with which you play a note MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 65 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 66
for each Part. For details about the effect connection in the Performance mode, see page 20. ChoSend (Chorus Send) Determines the volume for each Part. This lets you make detailed balance adjustments among the various sounds of the Drum Voice. Settings: 0 - 127 MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 66 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 67
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 67 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 68
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 68 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 69
[F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information Exp (Expression) MIDI messages for Control Number 11 (Expression). MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 69 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 70
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 70 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 71
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 71 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 72
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 72 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 73
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 73 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 74
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 74 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 75
[F3] MEQ [F4] USB I/O [F5] A/D IN [F6] EFFECT Part Edit [F1] VOICE [F2] OUTPUT [F3] EQ [F4] TONE [F5] RCV SW Performance Job [F1] INIT [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Performance Record [F1] SETUP [F2] REC TR [F3] OTHER [F5] CLICK [F6] INFO Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 75 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 76
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 76 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 77
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 77 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 78
9 - 16 button. OUT CH (Output Channel) Determines the MIDI transmit channel of the sequence data for each Track. Tracks set to "Off" will not sound. Settings: 1 - 16, off NOTE In the Song/Pattern mode, MIDI messages created by playing the keyboard/knobs/wheels is sent to the tone generator block or - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 79
[F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information Meas (Measure) Determines the measure from which Song recording will be started. You can set this parameter also by using the window for inputting a number directly called up via the [SF6] NUM button. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 79 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 80
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 80 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 81
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 81 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 82
REMOTE UTILITY QUICK SET FILE [F3] REST Press [F3] to enter a rest as long as the specified step time. The point will move ahead to the next data-entry position. Rests do not appear on the display. NOTE There is no actual data representing rests in the MIDI sequencer MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 82 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 83
to "KbdCh," the Arpeggio playback data is output via the MIDI Keyboard Transmit Channel ([UTILITY] [F6] MIDI "KBDTransCh"). Settings: 1 - 16, KbdCh (Keyboard Channel) Song Mode Song Play [F1] PLAY [F2] GROOVE [F3] TRACK [F6] CHAIN Song Record Song Record Standby [F1] SETUP [F2] VOICE [F3] ARP - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 84
the data of a recorded Track. It can be used to correct mistakes as well as add dynamics or effects such as vibrato to refine and finish the Song. Operation [SONG] Song selection [EDIT] [F1] CHANGE Shows the Event List of the selected Song Track. See the Owner's Manual for instructions. [F2 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 85
Manual" PDF document. DATA See "Data Entry MSB/LSB" in the "MIDI" section of the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Settings: 000 - 127 Ch.AfterTouch (Channel After Touch) This event is generated when pressure is applied to a key after the note is played. NOTE The keyboard of the MOX6/MOX8 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 86
used to edit sounds via MIDI, allowing you to edit filter or EG settings, or adjust the pitch or level for each instrument of a drum voice. MSB-LSB See "Non Registered Parameter Number MSB/LSB" in the "MIDI" section of the "Synthesizer Parameter Manual" PDF document. Settings: 000 - 127 DATA (Data - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 87
use to change the sound of the Song. It also includes a variety of convenient operations, such as copying or erasing data. See the Owner's Manual for instructions. NOTICE An "Executing..." message is shown when it takes a short amount of time to execute the Job. Never attempt to turn off the power - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 88
VOICE PERF SONG PATTERN MIX MASTER REMOTE UTILITY QUICK SET FILE GateTime Determines the gate time (the length of time a note sounds) of the even-numbered backbeat notes to enhance the swing feel. When a triplet quantize value is used : -9999 - +0 - +9999, *** MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 88 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 89
If you wish to do this, use the "Create Continuous Data" Job (page 92) with the Event Type set to "Control Change 11." 05: Transpose Transpose lets you change the key or pitch of the notes in the - 16) and range of measures/beats/clocks over which the Job is applied. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 89 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 90
the order of the notes in the event list display (page 84), but does not change the timing of the notes. When used to pre-process chords before using the Separate Chord Job (below), Chord Sort can be used to simulate the "stroke" or strumming sound of guitars and similar instruments. TR (Track) 001 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 91
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 91 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 92
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 92 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 93
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 93 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 94
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 94 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 95
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 95 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 96
Mixing Voices) from the selected Song or all Songs. It can also be used to delete all 64 Songs at the same time. 04: Song Name This Job lets you assign a name to the selected Song. For detailed instructions on naming, see the "Basic Operation" of the Owner's Manual. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 96 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 97
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 97 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 98
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 98 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 99
[F6] BAK DEL Arpeggio Edit [F1] COMMON [F2] TYPE [F3] MAIN [F4] LIMIT [F5] PLAY FX [F6] OUT CH Song Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F4] TR SEL [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Song Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] MEAS [F5] TRACK [F6] SONG Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 99 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 100
on such a parameter, the NUM icon appears at the lower right corner of the display. In this case, you can also set this parameter by using the window for inputting a number directly called up via the [SF6] NUM button. To close the window, press the [EXIT] button MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 100 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 101
GROOVE [F3] TRACK [F4] PATCH [F5] REMIX [F6] CHAIN Pattern Record Pattern Record Standby [F1] SETUP [F2] VOICE [F3] ARP ED [F5] CLICK During Pattern Recording [F1] SETUP [F3] RESET [F4] TIE [ TR LOOP display is not available in the TRACK display of the Pattern mode. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 101 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 102
. You can select one of the 256 User Phrases stored to the selected Pattern. Note that by default the User Phrases have no data. When set to "---," the Track becomes empty. Settings: --- (off), 001 - 256 NOTE The MOX6/MOX8 features no Preset Phrase data. Number of Measures Indicates the name of - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 103
VOICE PERF SONG PATTERN MIX MASTER REMOTE UTILITY QUICK SET FILE [F5] REMIX This function gives you a variety of semi-random presets for dividing the MIDI sequence data and altering the note lengths, letting you create completely new variations of a Pattern. Set the parameters below, then press - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 104
measure of the destination Song. When the checkmark is removed, the Voice settings in each Phrase are also copied to the top measure of the destination Song as Program Change events. NOTICE This operation overwrites any data already existing at the destination range. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 104 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 105
of the recording Track. Parameters are the same as in the VOICE display (page 80) in Song Record. [F3] ARP ED (Arpeggio Edit) Indicates the Arpeggio Edit display in the Pattern mode. Parameters are the same as in the Arpeggio Edit display (page 82) in the Song mode. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 105 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 106
ED [F5] CLICK During Pattern Recording [F1] SETUP [F3] RESET [F4] TIE [F5] DELETE [F6] BAK DEL Pattern Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Pattern Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] PHRASE [F5] TRACK [F6] PATTERN Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 106 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 107
VOICE PERF SONG PATTERN MIX MASTER REMOTE UTILITY QUICK SET FILE Pattern Job The Pattern Job mode contains a comprehensive set of editing tools and functions you can use to change the sound of the Pattern. The setting instructions are the same as in the Song Job (page 87). After setting - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 108
ED [F5] CLICK During Pattern Recording [F1] SETUP [F3] RESET [F4] TIE [F5] DELETE [F6] BAK DEL Pattern Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Pattern Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] PHRASE [F5] TRACK [F6] PATTERN Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 108 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 109
Job exchanges or "swaps" the specified type of data between two specified Tracks in the current Pattern and Section. The types of data to be exchanged are the same as in Song Job. See page 95. Target Tracks for the Exchange operation Types of data to be exchanged MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 109 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 110
empty User Phrases in which to store the separated note data. If there aren't enough empty Phrases, an error message appears. If this happens, use the Clear Track Job (above) to delete some User Phrases, then try the Job again. 06: Put Track To Arp (Put Track to Arpeggio) This Job copies data in - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 111
is not checkmarked, the Pattern Chain data will be kept even though the Clear Pattern Job is executed. 05: Pattern Name This Job lets you assign a name to the selected Pattern. For detailed instructions on naming, see the "Basic Operation" of the Owner's Manual. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 111 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 112
ED [F5] CLICK During Pattern Recording [F1] SETUP [F3] RESET [F4] TIE [F5] DELETE [F6] BAK DEL Pattern Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Pattern Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] PHRASE [F5] TRACK [F6] PATTERN Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 112 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 113
ED [F5] CLICK During Pattern Recording [F1] SETUP [F3] RESET [F4] TIE [F5] DELETE [F6] BAK DEL Pattern Edit [F1] CHANGE [F2] VIEW FLT [F5] INSERT [F6] DELETE Pattern Job [F1] UNDO/REDO [F2] NOTE [F3] EVENT [F4] PHRASE [F5] TRACK [F6] PATTERN Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 113 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 114
F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Mixing Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 114 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 115
, the Arpeggio tempo setting stored in the Performance will also be copied. [F5] VCE ED (Mixing Voice Edit) Press the [F5] VCE ED button in Mixing Play to enter Mixing Voice Edit. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the original display. Normal Voices can be edited specifically for use with the - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 116
F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Mixing Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 116 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 117
not available for the Parts to which Drum Voices have been assigned. ReceiveCh (Receive Channel) Determines the MIDI receive channel for the selected Part. Since MIDI data may be coming from many channels at once, you should set this to match the particular channel over which the desired controlling - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 118
F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Mixing Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 118 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 119
have been assigned. NOTE The Release setting is not available for Parts to which Drum Voices have been assigned. [F5] RCV SW (Receive Switch) From this display you can set how each individual Part responds to various MIDI data, such as Control Change and Program Change messages. When the relevant - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 120
F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Mixing Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 120 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 121
F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Mixing Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 121 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 122
] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information Same as in Normal Voice Element Edit (page 38). MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 122 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 123
[F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information [F5] DELETE This Job lets you delete a Mixing Voice assigned to a specified Song/Pattern's Part. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 123 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 124
F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Mixing Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 124 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 125
In addition to using the preset Arpeggios, you can also create your own original Arpeggio data. First, record a Phrase to a Song or Pattern Track. Then, use the appropriate Song or Pattern Job function to convert the data (MIDI sequence data) to Arpeggio data. 1 Record MIDI sequence data to a Song - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 126
the Arpeggio playback notes differ according to the played chord. Record the MIDI sequence data to a Song or Pattern Track, referring to the previous instructions in this chapter as needed. The examples listed below are used as reference. • Creating a rhythm pattern (using a Drum Voice) Track - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 127
F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F4] BULK Mixing Voice Edit Common Edit [F1] GENERAL [F2] OUTPUT [F4] CTL SET [F5] LFO [F6] EFFECT Element Edit [F1] OSC [F2] PITCH [F3] FILTER [F4] AMP [F5] LFO [F6] EQ Mixing Voice Job [F2] RECALL [F3] COPY [F5] DELETE Supplementary Information MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 127 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 128
the particular feature you need. This is where the Master function comes in handy. The MOX6/MOX8 has space for a total of 128 of your own User Master settings. You can use it to memorize the operations you use most often in each mode, and call them up instantly anytime you need them with a single - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 129
Arpeggio Edit display. For detailed instructions on registering Scenes, see "Registering the Song Scene" on page 98. [F2] MEMORY Mode Determines the mode that is called up when the Master number is selected. Settings: Voice, Performance 1 and 2 buttons are turned off. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 129 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 130
tone generator simultaneously by a single keyboard or to control Voices of an external MIDI instrument over several different channels in addition to the internal Voices of this synthesizer itself-letting you use the MOX6/MOX8 to effectively do the work of several keyboards. There are two types of - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 131
Settings: See the "Voice List" in the "Data List" PDF document. Volume Determines the output level of the Voice in each Zone. Settings: 0 - 127 Pan Determines the stereo pan position of the Voice in each Zone. Settings: L64 (far left) - C (center) - R63 (far right) MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 131 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 132
or another MIDI device for data archiving. Press the [ENTER] button to execute the Bulk Dump. NOTE In order to execute Bulk Dump, you will need to set the correct MIDI Device Number, with the following operation: [UTILITY] [F6] MIDI [SF1] CH "DeviceNo." MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 132 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 133
Control Template number. NOTE Use the MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor for editing the Control Template. The MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor can be downloaded from the following website address: http://www.yamahasynth.com/jp/downloads/ For instructions, see the PDF manual included with the MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 134
Function 1 button to set the functions of Knobs 1 - 4 to "1." NOTE Use the MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor to edit the Control Template. Switching the functions of Knobs 5 - 8 Knobs 5 - 8 are available only when "DAW Select" is set to "Cubase" in the Utility mode. Press Knob Function 2 button to switch the - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 135
Setup Buttons Categories Functions SF1 Zoom Zoom In SF2 Zoom Zoom Out SF3 Zoom Zoom In Vertically SF4 Zoom Zoom Out Vertically SF5 Devices Mixer SF6 MOX6/MOX8 MOX6/MOX8 Extension Setup Display Indication HZoom+ HZoomVZoom+ VZoomMixer Setup MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 135 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 136
KeyEd Score Drum List Mixer OpenPl Display Indication AdMidi AutoQ Qtz QtzLng Step QtzSet Display Indication AdAudi AdMono Monit NextGr ImpAud OpenPl Display Indication ShowAt ShwAUA HidAAu MixDn Mixer NewVer Remote Mode Remote display Remote Control Assignments MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 137
in the MOX6/MOX8 Extension Setup window shown in Cubase. This section explains about the MOX6/MOX8 Extension Setup window. Remote Mode Remote display Remote Control Assignments Startup Method Select the "Device" menu, then select the "MOX6/MOX8 Extension Setup" in Cubase. Indicates the MOX6/MOX8 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 138
Audio Driver settings is shown or not when starting Cubase. • When moving the project cursor of the Cubase by operating the jog dial, this determines whether the cursor stops immediately when jog operation is stopped (on), or slows down gradually before stopping (off). MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 139
number [16] works as the numeric key "+". You can use these number buttons when inputting a parameter number directly or switching the tool functions in Cubase. AI KNOB functions The [DATA] dial of the MOX6/MOX8 works as the AI KNOB. The AI KNOB can control a desired parameter within the principal - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 140
MASTER REMOTE UTILITY QUICK SET FILE Utility settings Press the [UTILITY] button to call up the display for the Utility settings dedicated to the Remote mode. See page 142 for details about the each parameter. Remote Mode Remote display Remote Control Assignments MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 140 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 141
F2] VOICE [F2] SEQ [F3] VCE A/D [F4] CTL ASN [F5] USB I/O [F6] MIDI Utility used to transpose the current zone in units of one semitone. Settings: -11 - +0 - +11 NOTE If you transpose beyond the note range limits (C -2 and G8), notes in the adjacent octaves will be used. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 142
used to send a fixed velocity to the tone generator regardless of how hard or soft you play the keyboard. This parameter is only available if you select the "fixed" Velocity Curve above. Settings: 1 - 127 Utility Mode [F1] GENERAL [F2] VOICE [F2] SEQ [F3] VCE A/D [F4] CTL ASN [F5] USB I/O [F6] MIDI - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 143
controlled in the Remote mode. Settings: auto, PC, remote NOTE This parameter is fixed to "PC" when the "DAW Select" is set to something other than "Cubase." [SF6] OTHER Utility Mode [F1] GENERAL [F2] VOICE [F2] SEQ [F3] VCE A/D [F4] CTL ASN [F5] USB I/O [F6] MIDI Utility Job Mic/Line When using - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 144
sent via MIDI in the Voice mode. Settings: off, on TransmitCh (Transmit Channel) Determines the MIDI channel through which Arpeggio playback data will be sent (when Output Switch above is on). Settings: 1 - 16 [F2] SEQ (Sequencer) These special Song- and Pattern-related settings are available only - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 145
free (available) memory for the Sequencer. [F3] VCE A/D (Voice A/D Input) You can set parameters related to the audio input signal from the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks in the Voice mode. Details on each parameter are the same as in Performance Common Edit. See page 62. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 145 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 146
same MIDI Control Change messages as set here are received from an external device, the internal tone generator also responds to those messages as if the Footswitch of the instrument itself was used. Settings: off, 1 - 95, arp sw, play/stop, PC inc, PC dec, octave reset MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 147
feature via Control Change messages from an external MIDI device to the instrument. Utility Mode [F1] GENERAL [F2] VOICE [F2] SEQ [F3] VCE A/D [F4] CTL ASN [F5] USB I/O [F6] MIDI Utility Job [F5] USB I/O Mode Determines the audio input/output connections. The following three settings are available - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 148
sequencer, tone generator, or other device). This parameter is available in the single-timbre tone generator mode (Voice/Performance modes). Settings: 1 - 16, off NOTE In the multi-timbral tone generator mode (Song/Pattern modes), MIDI data generated by playing the keyboard (and its controllers - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 149
of multiple audio devices via standard MIDI cables. It includes data corresponding to hours, minutes, seconds, and frames. The MOX6/MOX8 does not transmit MTC. NOTE MMC (MIDI Machine Control) allows remote control of multi Track recorders, MIDI sequencers, etc. A MMC-compatible multi Track recorder - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 150
Performance data and system settings to a USB flash-memory device, computer, or the like. NOTE For instructions on executing Factory Set, see the Owner's Manual. PowerOn Auto (Power On Auto Factory Set) When this parameter is set to on, turning the power on will restore the User memory - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 151
's performance including Arpeggio data to the DAW software. Keep in mind that this is for recording Arpeggios for which "KeyMode" is set to "sort" or "thru." LocalCtrl on MIDI Sync auto ClockOut off ArpOutSw all on KBDTransCh off TrIntSw all on TrExtSw all off MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 151 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 152
to record MIDI data to the DAW software. Mode DirectMonitorSw A/D In DirectMonitorSw Part VST On On "MIDI" = "Config1" This setting is same as Quick Setup 1. Quick Setup 6 (VST Play) "Audio" = "Config1" Use this setting when using the MOX6/MOX8 Editor VST to play this instrument sound on - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 153
the File mode File The term "file" is used to define a collection of data stored on a USB flash memory device or a hard disk drive of a computer. Just as with a computer, various data types such as Voice, Performance, Song and Pattern created on the MOX6/MOX8 can be treated as a file and saved to - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 154
. Pressing the [SF6] button calls up the character list for entering the name. For detailed instructions on naming, see the "Basic Operation" of the Owner's Manual. Free Indicates the amount of free/total memory for the currently recognized USB flash memory device. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 154 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 155
(All Arpeggio) AllSong AllPattern SMF (Standard MIDI File) Extension Descriptions .X4A All data in this synthesizer's internal User Memory (Flash ROM) is treated as a single file, and can be saved to USB flash memory. .X4V All the User Voice data in this synthesizer's internal User Memory - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 156
Song for loading at the left of the display. In addition, selecting this file type lets you load Standard MIDI files (format 0, 1) to a specific Song. .X4P Files of the "AllPattern" type saved to USB flash memory can be loaded and restored to the instrument. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 156 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 157
a Standard MIDI file (format 0, 1) to a specific Section of a Pattern. * Assigned to the file which can be loaded. NOTE This instrument is not compatible with the MOTIF XS6/7/8, MOTIF XF6/7/8, and MO6/MO8. no files or other nested directories can be deleted. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual 157 - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 158
(Standard MIDI file) from USB flash memory In the File mode, you can directly play back a SMF file saved in a USB flash memory device. This function is convenient in live performance, since it lets you easily use SMF data as accompaniment while you play the keyboard. 1 Connect the USB flash memory - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 159
MOX6/MOX8 or the relevant devices. NOTE By executing the Format operation in the File mode, the USB flash memory device will be formatted to MS-DOS or Windows format. The formatted device may not be compatible with other devices, such as a Mac computer or digital camera. MOX6/MOX8 Reference Manual - Yamaha MOX8 | Reference Manual - Page 160
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Contents
Using the MOX6/MOX8 Manuals
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Basic Structure
3
Functional Blocks
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3
Tone Generator Block
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4
A/D Input Block
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8
Sequencer Block
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9
Arpeggio Block
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11
Controller Block
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17
Effect Block
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18
Internal Memory
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Reference
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Voice Mode
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Supplementary Information
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53
Voice Category List
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Setting examples of the Destination
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Functions of Knobs 1 – 8
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Performance Mode
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Supplementary Information
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Performance Category List
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Functions of Knobs 1 – 8
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Song Mode
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Supplementary Information
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Song Playback Types
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Song Track Loop – setting example
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Punch In/Out (Type = punch)
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Basic Procedure in the Song Job Mode
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100
Pattern Mode
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101
Supplementary Information
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112
Pattern Playback Types
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112
Loop Recording (Pattern)
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113
Mixing Mode
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114
Supplementary Information
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124
Editing a Performance by using the Knobs
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Creating an Arpeggio
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125
Storing the Mixing settings as a Mixing Template
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Master Mode
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Remote Mode
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Utility Mode
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Quick Setup
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File Mode
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153
Supplementary Information
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File/Folder selection
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Playing back a SMF (Standard MIDI file) from
USB flash memory
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158
Formatting a USB flash memory device
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159
Appendix
160
About MIDI
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