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Owner’s Manual
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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION
This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO Battery Notice:
NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if
described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recom- applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of bat-
mended by Yamaha. tery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary,
WARNING: Do not place this product in a position where anyone contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement.
could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these
of any kind. The use of an extension cord is not recommended! If you may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a
must use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for a 25’ cord (or rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being
less) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG number, the larger the charged.
current handling capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a local When installing batteries, never mix old batteries with new ones, and
electrician. never mix different types of batteries. Batteries MUST be installed cor-
This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a rectly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and
cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is battery case rupture.
used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accom- Warning:
pany the accessory product. Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batter-
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time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or mod- household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.
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units. Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason
This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and head- its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local,
phones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that
could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist
of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you you, please contact Yamaha directly.
experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an NAME PLATE LOCATION:
audiologist. The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model num-
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before ber, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate.
damage occurs. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of pur-
Some Yamaha products may have benches and / or accessory mount- chase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a perma-
ing fixtures that are either supplied with the product or as optional nent record of your purchase.
accessories. Some of these items are designed to be dealer assembled
or installed. Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional
fixtures (where applicable) are well secured BEFORE using.
Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only. No other
uses are recommended.
NOTICE: Model
Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a
function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not
covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners Serial No.
responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer
before requesting service.
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Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environ-
mentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the produc-
tion methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with
both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the
following:
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2 MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions con- this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be
tained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to elimi-
expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by nate the problem by using one of the following measures:
the FCC, to use the product. Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/ the interference.
or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or
supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the
authorization to use this product in the USA. antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the
3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the lead-in to co-axial type cable.
requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results,
devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reason- please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of
able level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please con-
environment will not result in harmful interference with other elec- tact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division,
tronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620
and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by
the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation
of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B)
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT The name plate of this product may be found on the bottom of the
(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) unit. The serial number of this product may be found on or near the
name plate. You should note this serial number in the space
Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.
Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif.
90620
Telephone : 714-522-9011 Model No.
Type of Equipment : MUSIC PRODUCTION SYNTHESIZER
Model Name : MOX6, MOX8
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Serial No.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (bottom)
2) this device must accept any interference received including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is OBSERVERA!
suspected. Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) så länge som
den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten har
* This applies only to products distributed by (FCC DoC) stängts av.
YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
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sålænge netledningen sidder i en stikkontakt, som er tændt — også
selvom der er slukket på apparatets afbryder.
VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita koko
laitetta verkosta.
(standby)
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment

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For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with
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MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual 3

PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
* Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical
shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any openings. If

Power supply/AC power adaptor any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument, turn off the
• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the Then have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service
cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where personnel.
anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over it. • Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The
required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument. Fire warning
• Use the specified adaptor (page 68) only. Using the wrong adaptor • Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit.
can result in damage to the instrument or overheating. A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust
which may have accumulated on it. If you notice any abnormality
• When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the
Do not open power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. (If you
• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the are using batteries, remove all batteries from the instrument.) Then
instrument or attempt to disassemble or modify the internal have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel.
components in any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, • The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.
discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified • It emits unusual smells or smoke.
Yamaha service personnel.
• Some object has been dropped into the instrument.
Water warning • There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument.
• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or

wet conditions, place on it any containers (such as vases, bottles or
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage
to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are
Power supply/AC power adaptor using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs,
• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from
multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or the outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is
possibly cause overheating in the outlet. still flowing to the product at the minimum level. When you are not
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug the power
always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can cord from the wall AC outlet.
damage it.
Connections
• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not
to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms. • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components,
turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on
Location or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might • Be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum
accidentally fall over. levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the
instrument to set the desired listening level.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables.
DMI-3 1/2

Handling caution Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by
• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is
on the panel or keyboard. This could cause physical injury to you or lost or destroyed.
others, damage to the instrument or other property, or operational
failure. Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the Even when the power switch is in standby status, electricity is still
instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, switches flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not
or connectors. using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power
• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long period of cord from the wall AC outlet.
time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause
permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or
ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
NOTICE
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices
below.
 Handling and Maintenance
• Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or
radio may generate noise.
• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the
day) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration, damage to the internal components or unstable operation.
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard.
• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
 Saving data
• The data in the instrument’s Edit Buffer (memory location for edited data) will be lost when it is turned off. Save your important data to the user
memory, a USB flash memory device or external device such as a computer. Keep in mind that saved data may be lost due to malfunction or
incorrect operation.
• To protect against data loss due to media damage, we recommend that you save your important data onto two USB flash memory devices/external
media.
Information
 About copyrights
• Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data is strictly prohibited except for your
personal use.
• This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which it has license
to use others’ copyrights. Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE data, musical
scores and sound recordings. Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant laws.
Any violation of copyright has legal consequences. DON’T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.
 About functions/data bundled with the instrument

• This device is capable of using various types/formats of music data by optimizing them to the proper format music data for use with the device in
advance. As a result, this device may not play them back precisely as their producers or composers originally intended.
 About this manual

• The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on
your instrument.
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and other countries.
• Apple, Mac and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
About the latest Firmware Version

Yamaha may from time to time update firmware of the product and the other associated software without notice for improvement. We
recommend that you check our web site for the latest releases and upgrade your firmware of the MOX6/MOX8 or the associated software.
http://www.yamahasynth.com/
Note that the explanations in this Owner’s Manual apply to the version of firmware when this Owner’s Manual was produced. For details
about additional functions included in later releases, refer to the above website.
DMI-3 2/2

A message from the MOX6/MOX8
Development Team
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha MOX6/MOX8 Music Production Synthesizer.
We, as the development team, have designed this instrument
so that players of every genre and level can easily enjoy truly high-quality sounds and
advanced functions in creating and performing music.
SOUND
Extraordinarily high-quality sound for a variety of applications
The MOX6/MOX8 draws on the high-quality sound of the famed MOTIF XS, used extensively by artists worldwide,
and is equipped with a wide range of dynamic sounds for use in virtually any music application.
FUNCTIONS
Instant, smooth translation from inspiration to final music composition
The MOX6/MOX8 features a powerful Performance Creator function which lets you combine your favorite Voice with
other Voices and drum parts, and perform with full rhythmic and chordal backing. You can also record your performances
as a Song or Pattern, simply by pressing the [REC] button from Performance mode—and then, after recording,
automatically move to the Song/Pattern mode for further editing, refining and completing the Song or Pattern.
This workflow is exceptionally smooth and transparent, and lets you create music quickly and easily as the inspiration hits.
Seamless music production with Cubase
The MOX6/MOX8 were developed giving maximum consideration to integration with the Cubase series DAW software made by
Steinberg (see page 8). We’ve enhanced and strengthened the remote control function in connection with Cubase,
letting you easily and conveniently control optional parameters on Cubase with the AI KNOB,
or by using control templates compatible with various VST instruments to easily control multiple parameters and
complex operations on software synthesizers directly from your hardware synthesizer keyboard.
DESIGN
Stylish design and professional look
We also designed the stylish exterior to reflect the professional-level sounds and sophisticated features of the MOX6/MOX8,
making it an instrument you’ll love to play, and one you’ll feel proud in showing off onstage.
Moreover, its value as a live performance instrument is made even greater by its portability.
We also took particular care in designing the size and external appearance to make it easy to use,
even when combined in a computer music system.

Accessories
• AC adaptor*
• USB cable
• Owner’s Manual (this book)
• Online Manual CD-ROM x 1 (Reference Manual, Synthesizer Parameter Manual, and Data List)
• DVD-ROM x 1 (containing DAW software)
* May not be included in your area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.
Using the MOX6/MOX8 Manuals

Your MOX6/MOX8 synthesizer comes with four different reference guides—the Owner’s Manual (this book), the Reference
Manual, the Synthesizer Parameter Manual, and the Data List. While the Owner’s Manual is packaged together with the
synthesizer as a hardcopy booklet, this Reference Manual, Synthesizer Parameter Manual, and the Data List are provided as
PDF documents on the bundled CD-ROM.
• Owner’s Manual (this book)

Describes how to set up your MOX6/MOX8 and how to perform basic operations.
• Reference Manual (this PDF document)

Describes the internal design of your MOX6/MOX8 and the various parameters that can be adjusted and set. It also
describes how to use the instrument in specific applications and provides the following reference materials.
• Category lists for the Voices and Performances
• Setting examples of the Controller Destination
• Functions of Knobs 1 – 8 in Voice mode and Mixing mode
• Song playback types
• Song Track Loop—setting example
• Punch In/Out recording in Song mode
• Pattern playback types
• Pattern Loop recording
• Creating an Arpeggio
• Storing the Mixing settings as a Mixing Template
• Remote control assignments
• File/Folder selection in File mode
• Playing back SMF (Standard MIDI file) data from USB flash memory device
• Formatting a USB flash memory device
• Synthesizer Parameter Manual (PDF document)

This general, cross-product document explains the Voice parameters, effect types, effect parameters, and MIDI
messages that are used for all synthesizers incorporating the Yamaha AWM2 tone generators. Read the Owner’s
Manual and Reference Manual first and then use this parameter manual if necessary to learn more about parameters
and terms that relate to Yamaha synthesizers in general.
• Data List (PDF document)

Provides lists such as the Voice List, 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.
How to use the PDF manuals

The Reference Manual, the Synthesizer Parameter Manual, and the Data List are provided as data documents in PDF format. These
PDF files can be viewed and read on a computer. When using Adobe® Reader® to view a PDF file, you can search for specific
words, print a specific page or link to open a desired section in the manual. The term search and link functions are especially
convenient methods of navigating through a PDF file, and we recommend that you use them. The latest version of Adobe Reader
can be downloaded from the following URL.
http://www.adobe.com/products/reader

MOX6/MOX8 Main Features
 MOTIF XS Sound Engine feature
The wide range of dynamic and authentic MOTIF XS waveforms (such as the realistic sounds of acoustic piano,
electric piano, synthesizer, strings, wind instruments, drums) are all included in this instrument. The sophisticated XA
(Expanded Articulation) function has also been included, providing greater performance flexibility and acoustic
realism. It allows you to more effectively recreate realistic sound and natural performance techniques—such as
legato and trills—and provides other unique modes for random and alternate sound changes as you play. Moreover,
the instrument features new Arpeggio types for Drum Voices, as well as the existing MOTIF XS Arpeggio types, plus
an extensive effect system—including VCM (Virtual Circuitry Modeling) Effects, Master Effect, and Master EQ. In a
wide variety of ways, the MOX6/MOX8 truly enhances your music performance and creation.
 Easy-to-use user interface

You can select a desired Voice or Performance directly by using the sixteen number buttons. You can also call up
desired Voices or Performances according to the instrument type by using the Category Search function. This
instrument also provides a powerful, easy-to-use Performance Creator function, which lets you quickly and smoothly
create fully realized music, whenever the inspiration strikes you. Use it to easily create new Performances by using
favorite Voices you’ve found in the Voice mode.
 Comprehensive sequencer for creating Songs and Patterns

This instrument features a built-in sequencer which enables you to produce high-quality music, without the need of a
computer or any other devices. The sequencer features both Realtime recording, which records your performance
data as you play it, and Step recording, which is suitable for recording precise, mechanical phrases or other difficult-
to-execute passages. Moreover, you can record the Performance as a Song/Pattern simply by pressing the [REC]
button, and easily edit and refine your song to completion.
 Responsive, expressive keyboard

The MOX8 features an 88-key GHS keyboard. This feature provides authentic, realistic keyboard response—much
like the playing feel of an acoustic piano—with the lower keys being heavy in touch, the higher keys light, and all the
natural gradations in between. The MOX6 features a newly developed, 61-key, semi-weighted keyboard. The
keyboard has been designed and adjusted so that you easily and expressively play the rich variety of sounds of the
instrument.
 Stereo A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks

You can also connect various devices, such as microphone, guitar, or audio equipment, to the Input jacks of the
instrument, and have that audio input signal sound as a separate A/D input Part in the Voice/Performance/Song/
Pattern mode. Various parameters such as volume, pan, and effect can be set for this Part, and the sound is output
together with all the other Parts, letting you play and output the sound MOX6/MOX8 together with the external sound.
Also, you can create a vocoder sound by using the input signal from these jacks and the internal effect.
 USB Audio/MIDI interface

The USB terminal of the instrument serves as both a MIDI and audio interface—letting you record digitally the
instrument sound and the audio signal from the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks to DAW software on a computer. You can also
output both the instrument sound and the DAW software input signal from the MOX6/MOX8.
 Integration with Cubase

This instrument is specially designed to work seamlessly with a version 5 or later of Cubase series*1, Steinberg’s full-
featured DAW software—giving you a comprehensive, all-in-one music production system, in which hardware and
software are fully integrated. Using the MOX6/MOX8 Editor, the MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor, or the MOX6/MOX8
Extension enables you to use this instrument as a software synthesizer on Cubase or as a remote controller, for
greater ease in using Cubase. Download the software from the following Yamaha website.
http://www.yamahasynth.com/download/
*1 The following Cubase software and versions are compatible with the MOX6/MOX8. In this manual, the following Cubase series are called “Cubase.”
Cubase 5.5 or later; Cubase Studio 5.5 or later; Cubase Essential 5.1.1 or later; Cubase AI5.1.1 or later
 Master Keyboard function

This convenient function lets you use this instrument as a master keyboard controller (with independent Zones), and
for easily reconfiguring the instrument between Voice/Performance play and Song/Pattern play in live applications.

Contents
A message from the MOX6/MOX8 Development Team........6 Playing the keyboard in the Performance Mode................. 32
Accessories ...........................................................................7 Selecting a Performance........................................................... 32
Changing the timbre of the Voice ............................................. 34
Using the MOX6/MOX8 Manuals ..........................................7
Recording in the Performance mode .................................. 34
MOX6/MOX8 Main Features .................................................8 Song and Pattern ...................................................................... 34
Recording the melody and Arpeggio playback to the Song .... 34
Recording Arpeggio playback to a Pattern .............................. 35
Control and Functions 10
Connecting a microphone or audio equipment ................... 36
Top Panel ............................................................................10 Playing the keyboard along with the sound input from
the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks ...................................................... 36
Rear Panel...........................................................................16 Playing the keyboard along with Vocoder ................................ 37
Creating an original Song ................................................... 38
Setting Up 17 Song playback .......................................................................... 38
Creating a Drum part via Step Recording................................. 39
Power supply .......................................................................17 Creating a bass part via Realtime Recording ........................... 40
Creating a synthesizer part by using Arpeggio ........................ 41
Connecting speakers or headphones..................................17 Correcting wrong notes............................................................. 42
Powering up the system ......................................................17 Completing the Song by editing the Mixing.............................. 43
Storing the created Song .......................................................... 43
Adjusting the volume and the brightness of the display ......18
Creating an original Pattern ................................................ 44
Starting up ...........................................................................18
Listening to the Demo Patterns ................................................. 44
Selecting programs..............................................................18 Creating a Pattern (Section A) by using Arpeggio.................... 45
Playing the Demo Songs .....................................................18 Creating another Pattern (Section B) by
using already recorded data..................................................... 46
Resetting User Memory to the initial factory settings ..........19 Creating a Pattern Chain for converting to a Song ................... 47
Connecting external MIDI instruments................................ 49
Basic Operation 20 Using a Connected Computer ............................................ 50
Connecting to a computer ........................................................ 50
Moving the cursor ................................................................20 Creating a Song with a computer ............................................. 52
Changing (editing) parameter values ..................................20 Remote-controlling the software from the MOX6/MOX8
(Remote mode) ......................................................................... 53
Functions and Sub-Functions..............................................20 Using the MOX6/MOX8 Editor................................................... 54
Inputting a number directly ..................................................20 Using as a Master Keyboard .............................................. 55
Naming (inputting characters) .............................................21 Registering the Edited Voice/Performance/Song/Pattern ......... 55
Making settings for use as a master keyboard ......................... 55
Selecting a note type ...........................................................21
Making Global System Settings (Utility Mode).................... 56
Note (Key) and Velocity settings .........................................21
Setting the default mode when turning the power on ............... 56
Reversing the LCD status ......................................................... 56
Quick Guide 22 Click (metronome) settings ....................................................... 56
Effect settings applied to the signal input from
the A/D INPUT jack ................................................................... 56
Modes..................................................................................22
Master Effect/Master EQ settings in the Voice mode................ 56
Basic Instructions ................................................................23
Saving/Loading Data (File Mode) ....................................... 57
Playing the keyboard in the Voice mode .............................24 Saving the settings to a USB flash memory device .................. 57
Selecting a Preset Voice ........................................................... 24 Loading the settings from a USB flash memory device............ 57
Using the Category Search function ......................................... 25 Precautions when using the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal .......... 58
Grouping your most-used Voices together—
Favorite Category ...................................................................... 25
Using the Arpeggio function ..................................................... 26 Appendix 59
Turning the Arpeggio On/Off.............................................. 26
Changing the Arpeggio type .............................................. 26 Shift Function List ............................................................... 59
Keyboard Octave/Transpose setting ........................................ 26
Display Messages............................................................... 60
Changing the tonal qualities of the Voice ................................. 27
Editing a Voice .......................................................................... 27 Troubleshooting .................................................................. 62
Enhancing the sound with Effects ............................................. 28
About the accessory disk.................................................... 67
Changing the Arpeggio Type assignment ................................ 29
Specifications...................................................................... 68
Creating a new Performance by using your favorite Voice
(Performance Creator).........................................................30 Index ................................................................................... 69
Layer—Playing different Voices together.................................. 30
Split—Playing two different Voices with your left and
right hands ................................................................................ 30
Drum Assign—Layering a drum Part with the current Voice..... 31
Changing the drum pattern (Arpeggio Type)............................ 32

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1 Keyboard 9 [LEVEL] meter

The MOX8 features an 88-key keyboard, while the MOX6 has Indicates the level of the signal specified via the [LEVEL]
61 keys. All are equipped with a touch response feature, meter switch button.
initial touch. With initial touch, the instrument senses how
strongly or softly you play the keys, and uses that playing
strength to affect the sound in various ways, depending on ) @ ^
the selected Voice.
2 Pitch Bend wheel

Controls the pitch bend effect. You can also assign other
functions to this controller.
& * (
3 Modulation wheel
Controls the modulation effect. You can also assign other
functions to this controller.
! # $ % A
6 7 8
) Knob Function 1 button
Pressing this button changes the functions assigned to Knobs
1 – 4 (on the upper row). The lamp next to the currently active
5 parameters will light. In the Voice mode, the function of each
knob is applied to the current Voice; in the Performance/Mixing
mode, the function of each knob is applied only to the currently
selected Part or to all Parts (depending on the setting via the
4
[COMMON] and [PART SELECT] buttons).
NOTE When you press the Knob Function 1 button while holding the
[SHIFT] button, the lamp next to the [TONE 1] button will light
9 and the TONE 1 parameters are assigned to Knobs 1 – 4.
4 [MASTER VOLUME] slider (page 18) ! Knob Function 2 button

Adjusts the volume of the overall sound. Move the slider Pressing this button changes the functions assigned to
upwards to raise the output level from the OUTPUT [L/MONO]/ Knobs 5 – 8 (on the lower row). The lamp next to the currently
[R] jacks and the [PHONES] jack. active parameters will light.
NOTE When you press the Knob Function 2 button while holding the
5 [DAW LEVEL] slider [SHIFT] button, the lamp next to the [EQ] button will light and the
Adjusts the volume of the audio signal input from the USB EQ parameters are assigned to Knobs 5 – 8.
[TO HOST] terminal.
@ Knobs 1 – 8 (page 27)
6 A/D INPUT [GAIN] knob These eight highly versatile knobs let you adjust various
Use this to adjust the input gain of the audio signals at the A/ aspects or parameters of the current Voice. In this manual,
D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks. Depending on the connected the knobs on the upper row are called “Knob 1” – “Knob 4”
microphone, you may need to adjust this for optimum level. and the knobs on the lower row are called “Knob 5” – “Knob
The volume level is increased as the knob is rotated to the 8.” Pressing the Knob Function 1 button will change the
right and decreased as it is rotated to the left. functions of Knobs 1 – 4 while pressing the Knob Function 2
NOTE Depending on the output level of the equipment connected to button will change the functions of Knobs 5 – 8.
the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks, you should change the value of the
Mic/Line parameter in the [F1] GENERAL display of the Utility # ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [1]/[2] buttons
mode. When the output level of the connected equipment (such
Depending on the XA (Expanded Articulation) settings in the
as a microphone, guitar, bass) is low, set this parameter to “mic.”
Voice Element Edit mode, you can call up the specific
When the output level of the connected equipment (such as a
synthesizer keyboard, CD player) is high, set this parameter to Element of the selected Voice by pressing each of these
“line.” buttons during your keyboard performance. In addition, you
can assign other functions to these buttons.
7 A/D INPUT [ON/OFF] button
Switches whether or not this instrument accepts the audio $ OCTAVE [-] and [+] buttons (page 26)
signal input via the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jack. Use these buttons to change the note range of the keyboard.
To restore the normal octave setting, press both buttons
8 [LEVEL] meter button simultaneously.
Selects the destination signal controlled via the [LEVEL]
meter, input signal via the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks or output
signal via the OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jack.

% TRANSPOSE [-] and [+] buttons (page 26) [F] (Play) button
Use these buttons to raise or lower the pitch of the note in Press to start playback/recording from the current point
semitone steps. To restore the normal octave setting, press in the Song or Pattern. During recording and playback,
both buttons simultaneously. the indicator flashes at the current tempo.
^ EFFECT buttons
The extensive effect block of the instrument provides Insertion B
Effects (three sets), System Effects (Reverb and Chorus),
and Master Effects. The effects can be applied to the
keyboard played Voices and to Song/Pattern playback.
When the lamp of the [INSERTION], [SYSTEM] or [MASTER]
button is turned on, the corresponding Effect is available.
NOTE When the Reverb/Chorus of the “SystemFXOn/OffBtn” parameter D
is set to off (not checkmarked) in the [UTILITY]  [F1] GENERAL
 [SF1] TG display, the Reverb/Chorus will not function even if
the EFFECT [SYSTEM] button is turned on.
& ARP [ON/OFF] button (page 26) C

Press this button to enable or disable playback of the
Arpeggio for each Voice, Performance, Song, or Pattern. If B LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
the Arpeggio Switch of the selected Part is set to off in the The backlit LCD indicates the parameters and values related
Performance/Song/Pattern mode, however, pressing this to the currently selected operation or mode.
button has no effect.
C [F1] – [F6] (Function) buttons (page 20)
* ARP [EDIT] button (page 29) These buttons located directly below the LCD call up the
Press this button to call up the Arpeggio Edit display of the corresponding functions indicated in the display.
Voice/Performance /Song/Pattern mode. When the Arpeggio
Edit display is shown with the [E] (Edit indicator) called up D [SF1] – [SF6] (Sub Function) buttons
by editing a parameter, press the ARP [EDIT] button (the (page 20)
lamp flashes) to call up the Compare status. This restores These buttons located directly below the display call up the
the original, unedited setting. In the Compare status, the [E] corresponding sub functions indicated in the display. These
indication is replaced by [C]. Press the ARP [EDIT] button buttons can be also used to call up different Arpeggio types
again to exit from the Compare status. in some displays of the Play mode and Record mode
(page 26). These buttons can be also used as Song Scene
( [DAW REMOTE] button (page 53) buttons in Song Play/Song Record (see the “Reference
Turn on this button to enter the Remote mode. The Remote Manual” PDF document).
mode lets you control DAW software on your computer from
the panel controls of the instrument.
A SEQ TRANSPORT button (page 18)

These buttons control recording and playback of the Song/
Pattern sequence data.
[P] (Top) button

Instantly returns to the beginning of the current Song or
Pattern (i.e., the first beat of the first measure).
[G] (Reverse) button

Press briefly to move back one measure at a time, or
hold to continuously rewind.
[H] (Forward) button

Press briefly to move forward one measure at a time, or
hold to continuously fast-forward.
[REC] (Record) button

Press this to enable recording (Song or Pattern phrase).
(The indicator lights.)
[J] (Stop) button

Press to stop recording or playback.

E F G according to a hierarchical structure. Press this button to exit

from the current display and return to the previous level in the
hierarchy. Also use it to cancel a Job or a Store operation.
M [ENTER] button
H Use this button to call up the display of the selected menu.
I Also use this button to execute a Job or a Store operation.
N O P Q
K L M
E [CATEGORY SEARCH] button (page 25)

In the Voice/Performance Part Edit/Song/Pattern mode, turn
this button on to call up the Category Search display of the
Voice assigned to the current Part. In this status, the [A] – [H] R
buttons can be used for selecting the Main Category of the
Voice.
In the Performance mode (except for the Part Edit mode), turn
on this button to call up the Category Search display of the
current Performance. In this status, the [A] – [H] buttons can
be used for selecting the Main Category of the Performance. N [MODE] buttons
These buttons select the MOX6/MOX8 operating modes
F [FAVORITE] button (e.g., Voice mode).
Use this convenient function to store all your favorite, often-
used Voices/Performances in a single, easy-to-access O PERFORMANCE CREATOR
location and call them up by pressing the [FAVORITE] button. This function is for quickly editing/creating a new Performance
You can add the current program to a favorite category by based on the current Voice. This would come in handy when
simultaneously holding down the [SHIFT] button and a certain Voice has effect settings that you want to use in
pressing this button. This is one more useful way you can your Performance program.
quickly select the Voices/Performances you need from the
huge number available on the instrument. [LAYER] button
This button is for editing a layer Performance based on
G [DATA] dial the current Voice. When pressing this button, the
For editing the currently selected parameter. To increase the Category Search display appears and you can select the
value, turn the dial right (clockwise); to decrease the value, Voices for use in a layer.
turn the dial left (counter-clockwise). If a parameter with a [SPLIT] button
wide value range is selected, you can change the value in This button is for editing a split Performance based on
broader strokes by quickly turning the dial. the current Voice. When pressing this button, the
Category Search display appears and you can select the
H [INC] button Voices for use in a split.
For increasing the value of the currently selected parameter. [DRUM ASSIGN] button
This button is for editing a Performance with a Drum
I [DEC] button Voice based on the current Voice. When pressing this
For decreasing the value of the currently selected parameter. button, the Category Search display appears and you
can select the desired Drum Voice. Also, Arpeggio will
NOTE Simultaneously hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [INC]
button to quickly increase the parameter value in 10-step jumps.
be set to on automatically.
Simultaneously hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [DEC]
button to quickly decrease the parameter value in 10-step jumps. P BANK SELECT [DEC]/[INC] buttons
Use these buttons to select the desired Voice or
J Cursor buttons Performance Bank.
The cursor buttons move the “cursor” around the display,
highlighting and selecting the various parameters. Q Group [A] – [H] buttons
Use these buttons to select the desired Group of Voices/
K [SHIFT] button Performances. When the [CATEGORY SEARCH] button is
Pressing this button along with another button enables you turned on, these buttons can be used to select a category.
to execute various commands. For details, refer to the “Shift When the [QUICK SETUP] button is turned on, these buttons
Function List” (page 59). can be used to select a Quick Setup.
L [EXIT] button R [COMMON] button

The menus and displays of the MOX6/MOX8 are organized Turning this button on enters Common Edit, which lets you

edit the parameters commonly applied to all Elements, Parts T [TRACK] button
or Zones in the following modes: Voice Edit, Performance, Turning this button on in the Song/Pattern mode enables the
Song/Pattern Mixing Edit, Mixing Voice Edit and Master Edit. Number [1] – [16] buttons for selecting corresponding Song/
Pattern Tracks.
S T [MUTE] button (page 38)

Turning this button on in Normal Voice Edit and Mixing Voice
Edit enables the Number [1] – [8] buttons for muting Voice
Elements (1 – 8). Turning this button on in the other modes
enables the Number [1] – [16] buttons for muting
Performance Parts (1 – 4), Song Tracks/Parts (1 – 16), and
S [PATTERN SECTION/PERFORMANCE Pattern Tracks/Parts (1 – 16).
CONTROL] button
This button is available only in the Performance mode and [SOLO] button (page 38)
Pattern mode. In the Performance mode, turning on this button Turning this button on in Normal Voice Edit and Mixing Voice
will assign the following functions to the Number [1] – [16] Edit enables the Number [1] – [8] buttons for soloing a Voice
buttons. Element (1 – 8). Turning this button on in the other modes
enables the Number [1] – [16] buttons for soloing a
Number button Function Performance Part (1 – 4), a Song Track/Part (1 – 16), and a
[1] – [4] Selecting Performance Parts 1 – 4. Pattern Track/Part (1 – 16).
[5] – [8] Setting the Arpeggio Switch to on/off for NOTE The on/off status of buttons T – affects the Number [1] – [16]
Performance Parts 1 – 4. buttons in different ways, depending on the currently selected
[9] – [12] Setting the mute status for Performance Parts 1 – 4. mode. Refer to the table below.
[13] – [16] Setting the Arpeggio Hold for Performance Parts 1 – 4.
In the Pattern mode, turning on this button will assign

Sections A – H to the Number [1] – [16] buttons.
Number [1] – [16] buttons

Use of these buttons differs depending on the on/off status of the [PATTERN SECTION/PERFORMANCE CONTROL], [TRACK],
[MUTE] and [SOLO] buttons.
Functions of the Number [1] – [16] buttons
Mode When the [PATTERN SECTION/ When the [TRACK] button When the [MUTE] When the [SOLO] When all the
PERFORMANCE CONTROL] is turned on: button is turned on: button is turned buttons are
button is turned on: on: turned off:
Voice Play – Keyboard transmit channel – – Voice selection
setting
Normal Voice – Changes the Edit mode from Element Mute setting Solo Element –
Edit Common Edit to Element Edit ([9] – [16]) selection ([9] – [16])
and Element selection ([1] –[8]).
Drum Voice – Changes the Edit mode from – – –

Edit Common Edit to Drum Key Edit
Performance Performance Control (S) Keyboard transmit channel Part Mute setting Solo Part selection Performance
Play setting ([1] – [4]) ([1] – [4]) selection
Performance Performance Control (S) Performance Part selection Part Mute setting Solo Part selection –
Edit ([1] – [4]) ([1] – [4]) ([1] – [4])
Master Play – Keyboard transmit channel setting – – Master program

(when memorizing the Voice mode selection
or Performance mode to the
current Master) or Song/Pattern
Track selection (when memorizing
the Song mode or Pattern mode to
the current Master)
Master Edit – Changes the Edit mode from – – –

Common Edit to Zone Edit and
Zone selection ([1] – [8])
Song/Pattern Section selection in the Song/Pattern Track selection Song/Pattern Track Solo Track selection Song/Pattern
Play Pattern mode Mute setting selection
Song/Pattern Section selection in the Song/Pattern Part selection Song/Pattern Part Mute Solo Part selection Voice selection of
Mixing Pattern mode setting the current Part
Mixing Voice – Element selection ([1] – [8]) Element Mute setting Solo Element –
Edit ([9] – [16]) selection ([9] – [16])

Rear Panel
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1 2
1 P Standby/On switch (page 17) [ASSIGNABLE], it can control one of various different
Press to turn the power On (O) or Standby (N). assignable functions.
2 DC IN connector (page 17) 6 [FOOT CONTROLLER] jack

Connect the supplied power adaptor to this connector. For connection of an optional foot controller (FC7, etc.). This
jack lets you continuously control one of various different
3 USB terminals assignable functions—such as volume, tone, pitch, or other
aspects of the sound.
There are two different types of USB terminals, and the rear
panel of the instrument features both.
The USB [TO HOST] terminal is used to connect this 7 OUTPUT [L/MONO] and [R] jacks
instrument to the computer via the USB cable and allows you Line level audio signals are output via these phone jacks. For
to transfer MIDI data and audio data between the devices. monophonic output, use only the [L/MONO] jack.
Unlike MIDI, USB can handle multiple ports via a single
cable. For information about the Port handled by the MOX6/ 8 [PHONES] (Headphone) jack
MOX8, see page 51. This standard stereo phones jack is for connection to a set of
The USB [TO DEVICE] terminal is used to connect this stereo headphones. This jack outputs audio signals identical
instrument to a USB flash memory device via the USB cable. to those from the OUTPUT [L/MONO] and [R] jacks
This lets you save data created on this instrument to an
external USB flash memory device and load data from a 9 A/D INPUT [L] and [R] jacks
USB flash memory device to the instrument. Save/Load External audio signals can be input via these phone jacks
operations can be performed in the File mode (page 57). (mono phone plug).
NOTE Only USB flash memory device can be recognized by this Various devices such as microphone, guitar, bass, CD player,
instrument. Any other USB storage devices (such as hard disk synthesizer can be connected to these jacks and their audio
drive, CD-ROM drive and USB hub) cannot be used. input signal can be sounded as the Audio Part of the Voice,
NOTE Though the instrument supports the USB 1.1 standard, you can Performance, Song, or Pattern. In addition, you can use the
connect and use a USB 2.0 storage device with the instrument. special Vocoder feature (page 37) by connecting a
However, note that the transfer speed is that of USB 1.1. microphone to one of these jacks and inputting your Voice to
the microphone.
4 MIDI [IN] / [OUT] / [THRU] terminals Use mono phone plugs. For stereo signals (such as from
MIDI [IN] is for receiving control or performance data from audio equipment), use both jacks. For mono signals (such
another MIDI device, such as an external sequencer, letting as from a microphone or guitar), use only one of these jacks
you control this instrument from the connected separate according to the “Mono/Stereo” parameter setting.
MIDI device. NOTE When using these jacks, make sure to confirm the “Mono/Stereo”
MIDI [OUT] is for transmitting all control, performance and parameter setting which can be set in the following displays for
playback data from this instrument to another MIDI device, each mode:
such as an external sequencer. • For the Voice mode: the VCE A/D display in the Utility mode
MIDI [THRU] is simply for redirecting any received MIDI data • For the Performance mode: the A/D IN display in Common Edit
(via MIDI [IN]) to connected devices, allowing convenient • For the Song/Pattern mode: the A/D IN display in Mixing
Common Edit
chaining of additional MIDI instruments.
5 FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN]

jacks
For connection of an optional FC3/FC4/FC5 Footswitch to the
[SUSTAIN] jack and a FC4/FC5 Footswitch to the
[ASSIGNABLE] jack. When connected to the [SUSTAIN]
jack, the Footswitch controls sustain. When connected to

Setting Up
Power supply Connecting speakers or

Make connections for the supplied power adaptor (page 68)
in the following order. Before you connect the power adaptor,
headphones
make sure that the power of this instrument is set to the Since this instrument has no built-in speakers, you will need
Standby status. to monitor the sound of the instrument by using external
equipment. Connect a set of headphones, powered
speakers, or other playback equipment as illustrated below.
1 Connect the plug of the power adaptor to the DC When making connections, be sure that your cables have
IN terminal on the rear panel. the appropriate ratings.
Powered speaker Powered speaker

2 Connect the other end of the power adaptor to an (Left) (Right)
AC outlet.
Headphones
1 DC IN 2 Power adaptor plug
AC outlet
OUTPUT L/MONO OUTPUT R
PHONES
NOTE Follow this procedure in reverse order when disconnecting the

power adaptor.
MOX6/MOX8
WARNING
Use the specified adaptor (page 68). The use of other adaptors may
result in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the instrument.
Powering up the system
Make sure the volume settings of this instrument and
CAUTION external devices such as powered speakers are turned
• Make sure your MOX6/MOX8 is rated for the AC voltage supplied in down to the minimum before turning the power on. When
the area in which it is to be used (as listed on the rear panel). connecting this instrument to the powered speakers, turn on
Connecting the unit to the wrong AC supply can cause serious
the power switch of each device in the following order.
damage to the internal circuitry and may even pose a shock
hazard!
When turning the power on:
• Even when the power of this instrument is in the Standby status,
First, the MOX6/MOX8, then the connected powered
electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level.
speakers.
When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure
you unplug the power adaptor from the wall AC outlet.
When turning the power off:
First, the connected powered speakers, then the MOX6/
MOX8.
Please keep in mind that the Standby/On switch is located at

the right end (from the view of the keyboard) on the rear
panel of the MOX6/MOX8.
Standby/
DC IN On switch
MOX6/MOX8

Setting Up
Adjusting the volume and Bank, Program number and its name) registered to the
current Master program.
the brightness of the NOTE For details about Banks, see pages 24 and 32.
display
Adjust the volume levels of this instrument and the connected
amplifier/speaker system. Selecting programs
NOTE When connecting to a set of powered speakers or PA equipment, In the default setting, the Master mode provides a total of 128
set the MASTER VOLUME to about 70%, then raise the volume of programs each of which includes the mode (Voice,
the powered speakers or PA equipment to the appropriate level. Performance, Song and Pattern) and its program number.
If the display is not easily visible, press the [INC]/[DEC] button Try out the different Master programs to play various Voices
while holding the [UTILITY] button to adjust for optimum and Performances. You can change the Master program
visibility. number by using the [INC] button, [DEC] button, or [DATA]
dial.
Adjust the volume with the
MASTER VOLUME slider. Adjust the display contrast.
Max.
Decreases number Increases number
Min.
Decreases Increases
number number
Playing the Demo Songs

MOX6/MOX8 The MOX6/MOX8 features a variety of Demo Songs,
showcasing its dynamic sound and sophisticated functions.
CAUTION Here’s how to play them back.
Do not listen with the headphones at high volume for long periods of
time. Doing so may cause hearing loss. 1 Press the [SONG] button to enter the Song Play
mode.
The PLAY display appears.
Starting up 2 Press the SEQ TRANSPORT [F] (Play) button to

start the Demo Song.
Try playing some of the realistic and dynamic MOX6/MOX8
sounds from the keyboard now. When you turn the power on, The Song currently shown on the display starts.
the display below appears.
Program name Master program number
Stop button Play button
NOTE To adjust the volume level of the Demo Songs, use the
Mode Bank Program number
[MASTER VOLUME] slider.
NOTE In the default settings, the Master mode is selected. See page 22
for details about the modes.
3 Press the SEQ TRANSPORT [J] (Stop) button to
stop the Demo Song.
NOTE Keep in mind that the example displays shown in this manual are
for instruction purposes only, and may appear somewhat
different from those on your instrument.
4 Select another Demo Song by using the [INC] button
or [DATA] dial.
In this condition you can play the keyboard and hear the
sounds of the selected program. In the default setting, the
Master mode provides a total of 128 programs each of which 5 Play the selected Demo Song by performing Steps
includes the mode (Voice, Performance, Song, Pattern) and 2 and 3.
its program number. The top of the Master Play display
indicates the Master program number and the status (Mode,

Setting Up
Resetting User Memory to

the initial factory settings
The original factory settings of this synthesizer’s User
Memory can be restored as follows.
NOTICE
When the factory settings are restored, all the Voice, Performance,
Song, Pattern, and system settings in the Utility mode you created will
be erased. Make sure you are not overwriting any important data. Be
sure to save all important data to your USB flash memory device
before executing this procedure (page 57).
1 Press the [UTILITY] button then the [JOB] button to

call up the Factory Set display.
2 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display prompts you for confirmation. To cancel this
operation, press the [EXIT] button here.
NOTICE
When entering a checkmark to the box of Power On Auto Factory Set
and executing Factory Set, the Factory Set operation will
automatically be executed each time you turn the power on. Keep in
mind that this also means that your original data in Flash ROM will be
erased each time you turn on the power. Therefore, the checkmark of
this box should normally be removed. If you remove the checkmark of
this box and execute Factory Set, the Factory Set operation will not
be executed when turning the power on the next time.
3 Press the [ENTER] button to execute Factory Set.

After Factory Set has been completed, a “Completed”
message appears and operation returns to the original
display.
NOTICE
For Factory Set operations that take longer to process, you will see
the message “Now executing Factory Set…” during processing.
While such a message is shown on the display, never attempt to turn
off the power. Turning the power off in this state results in loss of all
user data and may cause the system to freeze (due to corruption of
data in the Flash ROM). This means that this synthesizer may not be
able to start up properly, even when turning the power on next time.

Basic Operation
Moving the cursor called up with the [SF1] – [SF6] buttons. Keep in mind that
the available sub-functions differ depending on the selected
Use these four buttons to navigate the display, moving the
function.
cursor around the various selectable items and parameters
The example display below is called up by pressing the [F5]
in the screen. When selected, the relevant item is highlighted
LFO button then pressing the [SF1] Wave button. In this
(the cursor appears as a dark block with inverse characters).
example display, no sub-function is assigned to the [SF6]
You can change the value of the item (parameter) at which
button.
the cursor is located by using the [DATA] dial, [INC] and
[DEC] buttons.
These functions can be selected These functions can be selected

via the corresponding button via the corresponding button
([F1] – [F6]). ([SF1] – [SF6]).
Changing (editing) parameter
values
Rotating the [DATA] dial to the right (clockwise) increases
Inputting a number directly
the value, while rotating it to the left (counter-clockwise) For parameters having large value ranges, you can also
decreases it. enter the value directly, using the buttons below the LCD as
Pressing the [INC] button increases a parameter value by a numeric keypad. When the cursor is located on such a
one step, and pressing [DEC] decreases it. Pressing and parameter, the [NUM] icon appears at the lower right corner
holding either button continuously increases or decreases of the LCD. When the [SF6] NUM button is pressed in this
the value. status, each digit (1 – 9, 0) is assigned to the [SF1] – [SF5]
For parameters with large value ranges, you can increase and [F1] – [F5] buttons as shown below, allowing you to
the value by 10 by simultaneously holding down the [SHIFT] input a number directly by using these buttons. Depending
button and pressing the [INC] button. To decrease by 10, on the selected parameter, a negative value can be input.
simultaneously hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the When such a parameter is selected and you wish to input a
[DEC] button. negative value, press the [F6] button (to which “-” is assigned)
then use the [SF1] – [SF5] and [F1] – [F5] buttons. After
Decreases number Increases number
completing the number input, press the [ENTER] button to
actually enter the number and exit from this status.
Decreases Increases
number number
Functions and Sub-Functions

Each mode described above contains various displays, with
You can use these buttons
various functions and parameters. To navigate your way as a numeric keypad.
through these displays and select a desired function, use the
[F1] – [F6] buttons and the [SF1] – [SF6] buttons. When you
select a mode, the available displays or menus appear directly
above the buttons at the bottom of the display (as shown
below).
Depending on the currently selected mode, up to six functions
are available and can be called up with the [F1] – [F6] buttons.
Keep in mind that the available functions differ depending on
the selected mode. Depending on the currently selected
function, up to six sub-functions are available and can be

Basic Operation
Naming (inputting characters) Selecting a note type

You can freely name the data you’ve created, such as Voices, When the cursor is located on a parameter for which note
Performances, Songs, Patterns and files saved to a USB types are to be set, the note icon appears at the lower right
flash memory device. When the cursor is located on such a corner indicating that you can call up the Note Type selection
naming parameter, the “CHAR” icon appears at the lower window by pressing the [SF6] button. You can specify the
right corner of the display. When pressing the [SF6] button in note type by pressing the [F1] – [F5] buttons and the [SF1] –
this status, the Input Character window appears as shown [SF5] buttons.
below.
In the Edit area, you can move the cursor to determine the
location at which the character is to be input by pressing the
[<] or [>] button while holding the [SF6] button.
In the Character List, you can move the cursor to determine
the character to be input by rotating the [DATA] dial or
pressing the [INC] or [DEC] button while holding the [SHIFT]
button. After completing the character input, press the
[ENTER] button to actually enter the currently edited name
and exit from this status.
Note Type selection

window
Editing area Character List
Note (Key) and Velocity settings

Several parameters let you set a key range or velocity range
for a function—for example, in setting up a keyboard split—
by specifying certain note values. You can use the [INC] and
[DEC] buttons or [DATA] dial to set these parameters, or you
can directly enter the values from the keyboard by pressing
the appropriate keys. When the cursor is located on such a
parameter, the “KBD” icon appears at the lower right corner
of the display. You can set the note or velocity directly from
the keyboard by holding down the [SF6] button and pressing
the desired key.

Quick Guide
Modes
There are several operation modes in this instrument,
and they can be selected by using the ten Mode 1 2 3
buttons, 1 – ). In addition, there are three “global”
modes (Edit, Job and Store) common to all of these
) 4 5 6
modes, and they can be selected by using buttons
! – #.
7 8 9
! @ #
No. Button Mode Description
1 [VOICE] Voice mode This synthesizer has a wealth of high quality, dynamic sounds—also referred to as “Voices.” You can
play these Voices—one Voice at a time—from the keyboard in the Voice mode. This mode also lets
you create your own original Voices.
2 [PERFORM] Performance mode This mode lets you play and create Performances. A Performance lets you put several different Voices
together in layers or play different two Voices in a keyboard split.
3 [MASTER] Master mode This mode lets you register settings that you often use in the Voice, Performance, Song or Pattern
mode, and instantly recall the relevant mode and custom settings together in a single button press—
without having to first select a mode. In addition, this mode lets you divide the keyboard into four
separate sections—just as if you were playing four different MIDI keyboards.
4 [SONG] Song mode This mode lets you record, edit and play your own original Songs.
5 [PATTERN] Pattern mode This mode lets you play, record, edit and play your own original rhythm patterns, which can be used
to make up a Song.
6 [MIXING] Song Mixing mode/ This mode lets you set up detailed parameters of the multi-timbral tone generator for use with Song/
Pattern Mixing mode Pattern playback.
7 [FILE] File mode This mode lets you save data you’ve created on this instrument to a USB flash memory device, and
allows you to load data from the USB flash memory device to the MOX6/MOX8.
8 [UTILITY] Utility mode This mode lets you set parameters that apply to the entire system of this instrument.
9 [QUICK SETUP] Quick Setup mode This mode lets you register up to six settings for MIDI connection and Audio connection between
this instrument and the computer as “Quick Setups,” and instantly recall the custom settings with a
single button press.
) [DAW REMOTE] Remote mode This mode lets you control DAW software on your computer from the panel controls of the instrument.
! [EDIT] Edit This mode lets you edit various parameters in each of the Voice, Performance, Song, Pattern and
Master modes.
@ [JOB] Job This mode lets you execute various commands such as Initialize, Copy, and MIDI data conversion—
useful for creating your original programs.
# [STORE] Store This mode lets you store the edited program to internal memory.

Quick Guide
Basic Instructions
Voices—the basic building blocks of the MOX6/MOX8
Selecting a Preset Voice ..................................................................................................... page 24

Editing a Voice .................................................................................................................... page 27
Combining several Voices to create a Performance
Creating a new Performance in the Voice mode by using your favorite Voices
(Performance Creator) ........................................................................................................ page 30
Selecting a Performance..................................................................................................... page 32
Editing a Performance ........................................................................................................ page 32
Connecting a microphone or audio equipment
Playing the keyboard along with the sound input from the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks ........... page 36
Song/Pattern—created by recording your keyboard performance and assembling

Pattern sections
Creating an original Song ................................................................................................... page 38

Creating an original Pattern ................................................................................................ page 44
Master mode—create a master keyboard setup or instantly call up your desired programs
Using as a Master Keyboard (Master Mode) ...................................................................... page 55
Music creation by using a computer
Recording your performance on the MOX6/MOX8 to DAW ................................................ page 52

Using the MOX6/MOX8 as a tone generator for DAW playback ......................................... page 52
Remote-controlling the DAW (Remote mode)..................................................................... page 53
Using the MOX6/MOX8 Editor VST as a software synthesizer ........................................... page 54
Global settings and data backup
Making global system settings (Utility mode/Quick Setup) ................................................. page 56

Saving / loading data in the File mode................................................................................ page 57

Quick Guide
Playing the keyboard in NOTE For details about Voices, refer to “Basic Structure.” For a list of
the Preset Voices, refer to the separate Data List PDF file.
the Voice mode

In the Voice Play display (the top display of the Voice mode),
you can select and play a single Voice. The Voices of this
Selecting a Preset Voice
instrument are divided into the following two types:
1 Press the [VOICE] button.

Normal Voice This calls up the Voice Play display. (The [VOICE] button
Normal Voices are mainly pitched musical instrument type lamp lights.)
sounds (piano, organ, guitar, etc.) that can be played over
the range of the keyboard. 2 Select a Voice Bank with the BANK SELECT
[DEC]/[INC] buttons.
Drum Voice In this condition, playing the keyboard sounds the Voice
Drum Voices are mainly percussion/drum sounds that are indicated in the display. The parameters shown in the Voice
assigned to individual notes. These Voices are used to Play display are briefly explained below.
perform rhythm parts.
I Voice Play display
This instrument features Banks for memorizing Voices. There
Main Category Bank Program number Sub Category
are basically three different types of Banks: Preset, User, and
GM. The contained Voices and features depend on the Bank
as described below.
Preset Banks
The Preset Banks contain a full set of specially programmed
Voices. Voices you've edited yourself cannot be saved in the Voice name
Preset Banks.
I Normal Voice Banks
User Banks There are 12 different banks for the Normal Voices: PRE1 – 8
The User Banks contain the Voices you have edited and (Preset Banks), USR1 – 3 (User Banks), GM (GM Bank).
stored. By default, these are comprised of Preset Voices.
I Drum Voice Banks
NOTICE There are 3 different banks for the Drum Voices: PDR (Preset
If a Voice in a User Bank (User Voice) is overwritten or replaced, that
Drum Bank), UDR (User Drum Bank), GMDR (GM Drum
User Voice will be lost. When you store an edited Voice, be careful not
to overwrite any important User Voices.
Bank).
GM Bank
3 Select a Voice with the [DATA] dial or [INC]/[DEC]
buttons.
The GM Bank contains the Voices allocated according to the
GM standard. NOTE You can use the [DATA] dial or [INC]/[DEC] buttons to select
the Voice number. This operation lets you call up Voices in
subsequent or previous Banks.
GM Voice NOTE To quickly move forward through the program (Voice)
GM (General MIDI) is a worldwide standard for Voice numbers in 10-step jumps, simultaneously hold down the
organization and MIDI functions of synthesizers and tone [SHIFT] button and press the [INC] button in the Play display.
generators. It was designed primarily to ensure that any Song To decrease by 10, do the opposite; simultaneously hold
data created with a specific GM device would sound virtually down the [SHIFT] button and press the [DEC] button.
the same on any other GM device—no matter the manufacturer
or the model. The GM Voice bank on this synthesizer is designed 4 Play the keyboard.
to appropriately play back GM Song data. However, keep in
mind that the sound may not be exactly the same as played by
the original tone generator.
In the Voice mode, a total of 15 Banks (Preset Bank 1 – 8,

User Bank 1 – 3, GM Bank, Preset Drum Bank, User Drum,
GM Drum Bank) are available. Each of these Banks includes
the Voices according to the Voice type. In the Voice Play
display, you can select the desired Voice from various Voice
Banks and play it.

Quick Guide
Using the Category Search Grouping your most-used Voices

function together—Favorite Category
The Voices are conveniently divided into specific Categories, Category Search also has a convenient Favorite Category
irrespective of their bank locations. The categories are that lets you collect your most often used and favorite Voices
divided based on the general instrument type or sound for easy selection. This is one more useful way you can
characteristics. The Category Search function gives you quick quickly select the Voices you need from the huge number
access to the sounds you want. available on the instrument.
1 Press the [CATEGORY SEARCH] button in the Voice

Play display. Registering your favorite Voices to the
The Category Search display appears. Favorite Category
Main Category 1 Perform steps 1 through 4 of the “Using the

Category Search function” instructions to call up
the Voice List of the selected Category.
2 Select the desired Voice with the Cursor [u]/[d]

buttons or [DATA] dial.
Sub Category
3 Press the [F5] SET/CLR button to turn on the
2 Move the cursor position to “Main” (Main Category) Favorite mark.
with the Cursor [u] button, and use the [DATA] This operation will turn on the Favorite mark, making it solid
dial to select the Main Category. ( ), and the selected Voice will be registered to the Favorite
Category. Pressing the [F5] SET/CLR button again will turn
3 Move the cursor position to “Sub” (Sub Category) off or “ghost” the Favorite mark ( ).
with the Cursor [d] button, and use the [DATA] To register other Voices, repeat steps 2 through 3.
dial to select the Sub Category. To remove all the Voices from the Favorite Category, press
the [F6] CLR ALL button.
4 Press the [ENTER] button, or Cursor [>] button to Favorite marks
actually call up the selected Category.
The Voice List of the selected category is shown.
Voice list of the currently

Main Category icon selected category.
4 When you complete registering Voices to the

Favorite Category, press the [ENTER] button to
return to the Voice Play display.
Sub Category This operation will exit from the Category Search display and
store the Favorite Category settings to internal Flash ROM.
5 Select the Voice with the Cursor [u]/[d] buttons

or [DATA] dial. To register/remove the current Voice to/from the Favorite
If you want to change the Category, press the Cursor [<]
Category, simply hold the [SHIFT] button then press the
button or [EXIT] button and go back to step 2. [FAVORITE] button.
6 Press the [ENTER] button to actually call up the

Voice.
This closes the Category Search display.

Quick Guide
Selecting a Voice from the Favorite Category Changing the Arpeggio type
1 Press the [FAVORITE] button in the Voice Play Arpeggio types are assigned to each of the [SF1] – [SF6]
display. buttons, the corresponding tabs of which are indicated by
The list of Voices registered to the Favorite Category will be 8th note icons ( ) at the right of “ARP1” – “ARP6.” This means
shown. that you can change the Arpeggio type by pressing the
[SF1] – [SF6] buttons as desired.
2 Select the Voice with the Cursor [u]/[d] buttons
ARP1 – ARP6 buttons
or [DATA] dial.
3 Press the [ENTER] button to actually call up the

Voice.
Using the Arpeggio function

The Arpeggio function automatically triggers preset arpeggio
NOTE For information on setting the Arpeggio Type, refer to “Changing
phrases, riffs, and rhythmic patterns according to the notes
the Arpeggio Type assignment” on page 29.
you play.
It not only provides inspiration and full rhythmic passages
over which you can perform, it gives you quality MIDI data
you can use in creating Songs, or fully formed backing parts
to be used in your live performances. You can assign the
Keyboard Octave/Transpose setting
desired six Arpeggio Types to each Voice. You can also assign
To shift the pitch range in playing the keyboard, use the
the desired six Arpeggio Types to each Part of each
OCTAVE [-]/[+] buttons and TRANSPOSE [-]/[+] buttons.
Performance/Song/Pattern and play back the Arpeggios of
up to four Parts simultaneously.
You can also set the Arpeggio playback method, Note range,
Velocity range and Play Effects to create your own original
grooves. What’s more, Arpeggio playback can be transmitted
through MIDI Out, letting you record the Arpeggio data to a I Octave
sequencer. The OCTAVE [-]/[+] button lets you shift the pitch of the
NOTE For details about Arpeggio, see the “Reference Manual” PDF
keyboard in octaves, up to a maximum of three. For example,
document. you may want to shift the pitch down lower to get extra bass
notes, or shift up to get higher notes for leads and solos. The
OCTAVE [-]/[+] controls let you do this quickly and easily. The
Turning the Arpeggio On/Off range is from -3 to +3, with 0 being standard pitch. Pressing
the [-] and the [+] buttons together at the same time will
To turn Arpeggio playback on or off, press the ARP [ON/OFF] return the setting to the initial value (0).
button on the panel. The current octave range can be confirmed via the status of
the lamp of the OCTAVE [-]/[+] buttons. When set to one
octave down or up, the corresponding lamp lights. When set
to two octaves down or up, the corresponding lamp flashes
slowly. When set to three octaves down or up, the
corresponding lamp flashes quickly.
I Transpose
The TRANSPOSE [-]/[+] button lets you shift the pitch of the
keyboard in semitones (up to 11 semitones). This function
allows you to play in the same position and with the same
fingering, even if the Song data or another instrument player
is playing in a different key. The Transpose Up/Down controls
let you do this quickly and easily. Pressing the [-] and the [+]
buttons together at the same time will return the setting to the
initial value (0). When set to one semitone down or up, the
corresponding lamp lights.

Quick Guide
NOTE This parameter is same as “Octave” and “Transpose” in the Function of currently operated Knob Current value
GENERAL display of the Utility mode. Making a setting here
automatically changes the setting of that parameter as well.
Changing the tonal qualities of the Unedited value (previously stored)

Voice
Knobs 1 – 8 let you adjust a variety of parameters for the
HINT
current Voice, such as effect depth, attack/release
characteristics, timbre, and others. Three functions can be
The Edit Indicator
When changing the value of the parameter, the Edit Indicator
assigned to each Knob, alternatively selected via the Knob
will appear on the top right corner of the LCD. This gives a
Function buttons. quick confirmation that the current program (such as Voice and
Performance) has been modified but not yet stored. To store
1 Press the Knob Function 1 button (at the left of the current edited status, execute the Store operation (below).
Knobs 1 – 4) and Knob Function 2 button (at the left
of Knobs 5 – 8) repeatedly if necessary, so that the
lamp corresponding to the desired functions
lights.
The KNOB FUNCTION pop-up window will appear. In the pop- Editing a Voice
up display, the function currently assigned to the knob and
the current value of the function are shown. To close the pop- “Editing” refers to the process of creating a Voice by changing
up window, press the [EXIT] button. the parameters that make up the Voice. This can be done in
Voice Edit, a sub mode within the Voice mode. The actual
Knob Function 1 button
parameters that are available differ depending on the Voice
Knob 1 Knob 2 Knob 3 Knob 4 type.
Normal Voice Edit

Knob 5 Knob 6 Knob 7 Knob 8
A Normal Voice (pitched musical instrument-type sounds)
can consist of up to eight Elements. There are two types of
Voice Edit displays: Common Edit, for editing the settings
common to all eight Elements; and Element Edit, for editing
individual Elements.
Knob Function 2 button NOTE An Element is the basic and the smallest unit for a Voice, and is
Functions assigned to Knobs Current values of created by applying various parameters (Effect, EG, etc.) to the
1 – 4 or 5 – 8 the functions waveform of the instrument sound. Each Voice of this instrument
consists of several Elements.
Drum Voice Edit
Unedited value (previously stored) There are two types of Drum Voice Edit displays: Common
Edit, for editing the settings that apply to all Drum keys in the
NOTE When the “Knob FuncDispSw” is set to “off” in the Utility Voice; and Key Edit, for editing individual keys.
GENERAL display, the KNOB FUNCTION pop-up window
will not be shown.
2 Turn a desired knob while playing the keyboard.

The KNOB FUNCTION pop-up window will appear, and the
function assigned to the knob you’re currently operating will
affect the sound of the current Voice. The KNOB FUNCTION
pop-up window shows the function assigned to the knob
you’re currently operating, the function value, and the
“Original” value. The “Original” value indicates the unedited
value (previously stored value) of the function assigned to
the knob.

Quick Guide
NOTE To cancel the Store operation, press the [EXIT] button before
Basic Procedure for Voice Edit
pressing the [ENTER] button.
1 Press the [EDIT] button in the Voice mode. NOTICE

Never attempt to turn off the power while data is being written to Flash
ROM (while an “Executing...” or “Please keep power on” message is
2 Edit the current Voice. shown). Turning the power off in this state results in loss of all user
I When a Normal Voice is selected: data and may cause the system to freeze (due to corruption of data in
the Flash ROM).
To edit Common parameters, press the [COMMON] button.
To edit Element parameters, press the desired Element
number button from [1] – [8].
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I When a Drum Voice is selected: Compare function
To edit Common parameters, press the [COMMON] button. The Compare function lets you switch between the just-edited
To edit Key parameters, press the [1] button then press the Voice and its original, unedited condition, allowing you to hear
desired note on the keyboard. how your edits affect the sound.
NOTE For details about the Voice parameters, refer to the Voice I In the Voice Edit mode (with the [EDIT] lamp lit):
mode chapter in the Reference Manual. Press the [EDIT] button so that its lamp flashes. In this status,
the Voice settings prior to editing will temporarily be reinstated
Common Edit display for comparison purposes. Press the [EDIT] button again to
Indicates the Common Edit display. return to the original status.
I In the Voice Store mode:

Press the [EDIT] button so that its lamp flashes. In this status,
you can hear the sound of the Voice at the storing destination.
Press the [EDIT] button again to return to the original status.
Element Edit display

Indicates the display for editing Element 1.
Enhancing the sound with Effects

This instrument features a wide variety of Effects, letting you
add reverb and chorus processing to the selected Voice for
your keyboard performance. Simply changing the Effect
type applied to the preset Voice lets you instantly come up
Key Edit display with different sounds. The instructions below explain how to
Indicates the Key Edit display. set the Effect type and the related parameters applied to the
Preset Voice then store the settings as a User Voice.
1 In the Voice Play display, select a Voice then press

the [F6] EFFECT button.
The EFFECT display of Voice Common Edit appears.
Select a Key here.
3 Assign the name to the edited Voice.

On the display called via [COMMON]  [F1] GENERAL 
[SF1] NAME, enter the desired name.
4 Store your edits as a User Voice.

2 Select the Effect Category and Type of Insertion
Press the [STORE] button to call up the Store display. Set the
Effect A.
destination memory then press the [ENTER] button to execute
Move the cursor to the corresponding position as shown
the Store operation.
below then use the [INC]/[DEC] buttons or [DATA] dial.
Store display
Insertion Effect A Category Insertion Effect A Type
Destination Destination Voice Destination Voice
Bank number name
The current parameter and its value

Quick Guide
3 Select the Effect Category and Type of Insertion Changing the Arpeggio Type
Effect B with the same instruction as step 2.
assignment
4 Select the Effect connection of Insertion A and B. Try changing the Arpeggio Types assigned to the [SF1] – [SF6]
Move the cursor to the position shown below then use the buttons of the Preset Voice.
[INC]/[DEC] buttons or [DATA] dial.
Insertion Effect connection

1 Press the ARP [EDIT] button.
The Arpeggio Edit display appears.
5 Set the output destination of each Element/Key.

Move the cursor to “EL:OUT” (for the Normal Voice) or
“KEY:OUT” (For the Drum Voice) then use the [INC]/[DEC] 2 Press the desired Arpeggio button, [SF1] ARP1 –
buttons or [DATA] dial. [SF6] ARP6.
Element Out 1 – 8
3 Press the [F2] TYPE button to call up the TYPE
display.
4 Select the desired Arpeggio Type you want to

assign.
Edit the “Bank,” “Category,” “SubCategory,” and “Type” by
using the [DATA] dial.
6 If necessary, edit the Effect parameters on the
display called up via the [SF2] INS A/[SF3] INS B 5 Edit the other parameters if necessary.
buttons.
Try narrowing in on your desired sound by finely editing the 6 Turn on the ARP [ON/OFF] button then play the
parameters provided for each Effect Type. keyboard.
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Copying the Arpeggio Type to another button
To copy the ARP 1 button’s Arpeggio Type to one of the ARP
2 – 6 buttons, hold the [STORE] button and press the desired
button, [SF2] – [SF6], in the Arpeggio Edit display.
7 After setting the parameters, press the [STORE]
button to store your settings as a User Voice.
HINT Controller Indication Controller Name

MIDI Control Number
(default setting)
Using Controllers
AS1 ASSIGN 1 knob 16
Multiple controllers are assigned to each preset Voice,
allowing you to apply various changes and effects to the AS2 ASSIGN 2 knob 17
Voice in real time. For convenience, abbreviations of the AF1 ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [1] 86
important or characteristic controllers for that Voice are button
shown following the Voice name in the display. However,
AF2 ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [2] 87
some Voices may have indications for controllers that button
are not actually available on the instrument itself. These
FC2 not included on panel 4
can be used, though, by transmitting the corresponding
MIDI control number from an internal sequencer, an MW Modulation Wheel 1
external sequencer, or an external MIDI controller. RB not included on panel 22

Quick Guide
Creating a new Performance 4 Select the desired Voice from the list, then press
the [ENTER] button.
by using your favorite Voice The Performance Play display will appear.
(Performance Creator)
A program in which multiple Voices (parts) are combined in
a layer, or in other configurations is referred to as a
“Performance.” Each Performance can contain up to four
different parts (Voices).
This instrument features a convenient Performance Creator The Voice selected in the Voice mode will be assigned to
function which lets you create a new Performance by using Part 1, and the Voice selected after pressing the [LAYER]
favorite Voices you’ve found in the Voice mode. This function button will be assigned to Part 2. These two Voices are
lets you copy parameter settings associated with the Voice sounded simultaneously in a layer as a “Performance.”
(such as Effects) to the Performance—allowing you to quickly You can confirm what Voices are layered on the display called
and easily come up with precisely the sound you want. up via the [F2] VOICE button.
Performance Creator provides three convenient features:
Layer, Split, and Drum Assign.
5 Press the [STORE] button to store the settings as

a Performance.
Layer—Playing different Voices

together
This section explains how to create a Performance in which
different Voices are layered together across the keyboard. NOTE When you press the [EDIT] button in the Store display, you
can check the sound of the Performance at the storing
By creating such a Performance, you can play a rich, thick
destination.
sound of a layered piano and strings, for example.
1 Select a Voice in the Voice mode.

Split—Playing two different Voices
with your left and right hands
This section shows you how to create a Performance in which
the keyboard is divided (or split) into two sections—the left-
hand section and the right-hand. The lowest note of the right-
2 Press the [LAYER] button on the panel. hand section is referred to as the “Split Point.” By creating
The Category Search display appears. such a Performance, you can play a bass part with your left
hand, and a piano part with your right hand, for example.
3 Select the Category including the Voice you want

to layer then press the Cursor [>] button.
The Voice list is shown.
2 Press the [SPLIT] button on the panel.

The Category Search display appears.

Quick Guide
The Voice selected in the Voice mode will be assigned to

Part 1, and the Voice selected after pressing the [SPLIT]
button will be assigned to Part 2. These two Voices are
sounded in different areas of the divided keyboard as a
“Performance.”
You can confirm what Voices are assigned on the display
called up via the [F2] VOICE button.
3 Move the cursor to “SPLITPOINT” then set the Split
Point.
8 Press the [STORE] button to store the settings as

You can determine the Split Point by holding the [SHIFT]
a Performance.
button then pressing the desired note on the keyboard.
NOTE The note set to the Split Point is included in the upper section
of the keyboard.
4 Move the cursor to “LO/UP” then select whether

Drum Assign—Layering a drum
the desired Voice is assigned to the lower section Part with the current Voice
or the upper section of the keyboard.
This section explains how to create a Performance in which
you can trigger a drum pattern (via the Arpeggio function) in
addition to the current Voice.

NOTE When the original Voice is a Drum Voice, Split is not applied
to the part assigned the Drum Voice. In this case, only the
desired Voice is assigned to the keyboard range according
to the “SPLITPOINT” and “LO/UP” settings.
5 Move the cursor to “Main”/“Sub” then select the

Category that includes your desired Voice.
2 Press the [DRUM ASSIGN] button on the panel.
The Category Search display appears. Drum/Percussion is
automatically assigned as the Category. The Drum Voice is
assigned to Part 4 then the Arpeggio is automatically turned
on. Play the keyboard to trigger the Arpeggio.
6 Press the Cursor [>] button.

3 Press the Cursor [>] button.

7 Select the desired Voice from the list, then press

the [ENTER] button.
The Performance Play display will appear.

Quick Guide
4 Select the desired Drum Voice from the list, then Playing the keyboard in
press the [ENTER] button.
The Performance Play display will appear. the Performance Mode
A program in which multiple Voices (parts) are combined in
a layer, or in other configurations is referred to as a
“Performance.” This instrument contains 128 Performances
in each of the User Banks 1 – 2 and you can play them by
pressing the [PERFORM] button.
NOTE To stop Arpeggio playback, press the ARP [ON/OFF] button so

that its lamp is turned off. To start or enable Arpeggio playback
again, press the ARP [ON/OFF] button so that its lamp lights.
Selecting a Performance
Selecting a Performance is done in basically the same way
Changing the drum pattern as selecting a Voice (see page 24). As in the Voice Play
mode, you can use the Category Search (page 25) and
(Arpeggio Type) Favorite Category (page 25) functions in the Performance
Executing the Drum Assign function will assign a Drum Voice Play mode.
to Part 4 and set the Arpeggio of Part 4 to on. If you want to
change the drum pattern, select a different Arpeggio Type in
the Arpeggio Edit of the Performance mode.
Switching a Part on/off
5 Press the ARP [EDIT] button in the Performance The Performance Play mode lets you turn the four Parts of
Play display.
the current Performance on or off as desired.
The Arpeggio Edit display appears.
6 Press the [F2] TYPE button then the Number [4]

button. Turning specific Parts on/off (Mute function)
The TYPE display for Part 4 appears.
You can turn individual Parts on/off by using the Mute function.
7 Select the Arpeggio Type with “Bank,” “Category,”

“Sub Category” and “Type.” 2
8 Press the [PERFORM] button to return to the

Performance Play display. 1 Press the [PERFORMANCE CONTROL] button.
The button lamp lights, indicating that each Part can be
9 Press the [STORE] button to store the edited turned on/off.
Performance.
2 Press any of the Number [9] – [12] buttons.
The lamp of the pressed button will be turned off and the
corresponding Part will be muted. Press the same button
again to turn the lamp on and disengage the mute function
for that Part. You can turn multiple Parts on/off by pressing
their buttons.
NOTE Parts can be muted also by pressing the [MUTE] button then
the Number [1] – [4] buttons.

Quick Guide
Soloing a specific Part Turning Arpeggio playback on/off for each

Part
The Solo function is the opposite of Mute, and lets you instantly
solo a specific Part and mute all others. You can turn Arpeggio playback on or off for each Part of the
Performance as described below.
2
1
2
1 Press the [SOLO] button.

The SOLO lamp lights, indicating that Solo is enabled. 1 Press the [PERFORMANCE CONTROL] button.
The [PERFORMANCE CONTROL] lamp lights, indicating
2 Press any of the Number [1] – [4] buttons. that Arpeggio playback for each Part can be turned on/off.
The lamp of the pressed button will flash and only the
corresponding Part will be sounded. Press any other Number 2 Pressing each of the Number [5] – [8] buttons
button to change the solo Part. toggles Arpeggio playback on and off for each
Part.
NOTE You can exit from this status by pressing the [TRACK] button If any of the [5] – [8] lamps is turned off, the Arpeggio
or [PERFORMANCE CONTROL] button.
playback of the corresponding Part is muted.
Turning the Arpeggio Hold parameter on/off

Using the Arpeggio function for each Part
The Arpeggio function lets you trigger rhythm patterns, riffs
and phrases using the current Voice by simply playing notes You can turn the Arpeggio Hold parameter on /off or on/sync-
on the keyboard. In the Performance mode, each of four off for each Part of the Performance as described below.
Arpeggio types is assigned to each of four Parts. This means When the Arpeggio Hold parameter is set to “on,” Arpeggio
four Arpeggio types can be played back simultaneously. Try playback continues even if the note is released.
selecting different Performances and check out the various NOTE The Arpeggio Hold parameter is in the [F3] MAIN display of the
Arpeggio types. Arpeggio Edit display. For details on this parameter, see the
Reference Manual.
NOTE For details about Arpeggio, see the “Reference Manual” PDF
document.
1
Since the preset Performances already have their own
Arpeggio types pre-assigned, you can play the Arpeggio by
selecting the desired Performance, turning on the ARP [ON/
OFF] button, then pressing any note. Instructions on using
Arpeggio are basically the same as in the Voice mode. 2
1 Press the [PERFORMANCE CONTROL] button.

The [PERFORMANCE CONTROL] lamp lights, indicating
that Arpeggio Hold for each Part can be turned on/off or on/
sync-off.
2 Pressing each of the Number [13] – [16] buttons

toggles the Arpeggio Hold parameter on and off
for each Part.
If any of the [13] – [16] lamps is turned on, the Arpeggio
Hold parameter of the corresponding Part is turned on.

Quick Guide
Changing the timbre of the Voice Recording in the

Just as in the Voice mode, the sound of the Performance Performance mode
(consisting of a maximum of four Parts or Voices) can be
While experimenting and playing around with Arpeggios in
edited via the Knobs in the Performance mode. There are
the Performance mode, you may find some rhythm patterns
two ways to edit the Performance: editing the entire
and phrases that you like, and you may want to store them
Performance, and editing only one specific Part (Voice)
for future recall. The best and easiest way to capture these is
assigned to the Performance.
to record your keyboard playing to a Song or Pattern.
I To edit the entire Performance:

Turn the Knob in the Performance Play mode (called up via
only the [PERFORM] button) or Performance Common Edit Song and Pattern
mode (called up via [PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]).
Songs and Patterns are MIDI sequence data consisting of
I To edit a specific Voice of the current up to 16 Tracks.
Performance:
Turn the Knob in the Performance Part Edit mode (called up I Song
via [PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [1] – [4]). A Song on this instrument is effectively the same as a song
on a MIDI sequencer, and playback automatically stops at
Knob 1 Knob 2 Knob 3 Knob 4 the end of the recorded data.
I Pattern
In this instrument, the term “Pattern” refers to a relatively
short musical or rhythmic phrase — 1 to 256 measures —
which is used for looped playback. Therefore, once Pattern
Knob 5 Knob 6 Knob 7 Knob 8
playback starts, it continues until you press the [J] (Stop)
button.
Recording the melody and

Arpeggio playback to the Song
When a Song is selected as the destination of Performance
recording, you can record your keyboard playing with the
Arpeggio without having to worry about measure limits or
running out of recording space. It is a good idea, for example,
to record your keyboard playing, freely calling up various
Arpeggio types, then editing the Song later as necessary.
You may even want to keep the recorder ‘running’ as you
improvise, then listen back later and pick out the best parts
to create your final Song. Try recording as shown in the
instructions below.
1 In the Performance Play mode, select a Performance

for recording.
2 Press the ARP [ON/OFF] button so that the lamp

lights.
3 Press the [REC] button to call up the Performance

Record mode.

Quick Guide
[F5] CLICK
9 (click on)
Press the [F5] button to turn the metronome on if you wish
to use the metronome.
5 Press any note to start recording.

Play the keyboard in time with the metronome. You can
change the Arpeggio type and settings by pressing any of
4 Set the following parameters on each of the the [SF1] – [SF6] buttons while recording.
Performance Record displays.
[F1] SETUP display

6 Press the [J] (Stop) button to stop recording.
Recording stops and the instrument enters the Song mode.
After recording, the created data will be automatically stored
1 3 to internal Song/Pattern memory. Press the [F] button to
2 4
hear your newly recorded performance.
Record your keyboard performance to additional Tracks in
Song Record as desired, and edit the recorded data in the
1 “SeqMode” = “song” Song Edit or Song Job to finalize the Song data.
This setting lets you record your keyboard performance
NOTE Regarding Arpeggios, not only the played notes but also all
to the Song.
note events of Arpeggio playback will be recorded.
2 “Number”
Select a destination Song. Executing Performance 7 After completing, press the [STORE] button to
recording overwrites and erases all the previously store the Song.
recorded data of the specified Song. Make sure to select
a Song which contains no data.
3 “TimeSignature” = “4/4”
Set the same value here as that of the Arpeggio type. Recording Arpeggio playback to a
Normally, set this to “4/4.”
4 “Tempo” Pattern
Set the desired tempo of the metronome and Arpeggio
If you record your keyboard playing along with Arpeggio
for recording.
playback in the Performance mode to a Pattern, you can
[F2] REC TR display quickly create full and complete rhythm patterns lasting just
a few measures. These short Patterns of MIDI sequence
data can be played back repeatedly in a loop and then
5
conveniently used as ‘building blocks’ for your original
Songs.
The Performance Recording to a Pattern operation is the
almost same as that of Recording to a Song, with the
5 “RecTrack”
exception of the settings below.
Select the destination Tracks from “1 – 4,” “5 – 8,” “9 – 12,”
and “13 – 16.”
[F3] OTHER display
6
7
8 In the Performance Record display, set the “Section” and
“SectionLength” as well as the same settings as in
9
“Recording the melody and Arpeggio playback to the Song.”
6 “KeyOnStart” = “on”
Section
When set to “on,” recording starts immediately when you
From A – P, select the Section which comprises the Pattern. If
press any note on the keyboard. Set this parameter to “on”
you create several Sections, you can use them as rhythm
when using the Arpeggio.
7 “CopyPerfParam” = “on”
variations within a single Song.
Set this to “on” when you wish to copy the parameter Section Length
settings for the Performance Parts 1 – 4 to the destination
Set the length of the selected Section. Set the value to 1 – 4
Parts of the Song.
according to the length of the current Arpeggio types.
8 “MoveToRecMode” = “on”
Set this to “on” when you wish to move to the Song mode After creating the Pattern Sections, program their playback
(specified via the SeqMode) after recording ends. order to create a Pattern Chain. For details, see page 47.

Quick Guide
Connecting a microphone 5 Press [UTILITY]  [F3] VCE A/D  [SF1] OUTPUT,

then set the “Mono/Stereo” parameter.
or audio equipment This parameter determines the signal configuration for the
audio signal via the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks, or how the signal
or signals are routed (stereo or mono).
When connecting the audio device as shown in step 2, set
this parameter to “stereo” or “LRMono.” When connecting
Playing the keyboard along with the microphone as shown in step 2, set this parameter to
the sound input from the A/D “LMono.”
INPUT [L]/[R] jacks

You can have the A/D input sound—such as your voice
through a microphone, a guitar, bass, or CD player—assigned
as an Audio Input Part. Various parameters such as volume,
pan, and effect can be set to this Part and the sound is output
If necessary, set the other parameters.
together with the sound of your keyboard performance. In
these example instructions, you’ll learn how to use the A/D NOTE For details about the parameters including Mono/Stereo,
input sound in the Voice mode. see the “Reference Manual” PDF document.
NOTE The above parameter settings including Mono/Stereo are

applied to the entire Voice mode. If necessary, press the
1 Make sure to turn off the power of this instrument [STORE] button to store these with the Utility settings.
and set the A/D INPUT [GAIN] knob to the minimum.
NOTE The above parameter settings including Mono/Stereo differ
depending on the selected mode.
2 Connect the audio equipment or the microphone
NOTE For the Performance mode, set the above parameters on the
to the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jack on the rear panel.
display called up via [PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]
 [F5] A/D IN  [SF1] OUTPUT. The settings will be stored
Stereo audio equipment (CD player, etc.)
L
for each Performance.
For the Song/Pattern mode, set this parameter on the display
R called up via [SONG] or [PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]
A/D INPUT A/D INPUT  [COMMON]  [F5] A/D IN  [SF1] OUTPUT. The settings
[L] [R]
will be stored for each Song/Pattern.
6 Press [UTILITY]  [F1] GENERAL  [SF6] OTHER,

then set the “Mic/Line” parameter according to
the equipment connected to the A/D INPUT [L]/[R]
jacks.
When connecting equipment of low output level (such as a
MOX6/MOX8
microphone, guitar, bass), set this parameter to “mic.” When
connecting equipment of high output level (such as a
Microphone synthesizer keyboard, CD player), set this parameter to “line.”
A/D INPUT
[L]/[R]
NOTE This setting is available for all modes. If necessary, press

the [STORE] button to store this with the Utility settings.
MOX6/MOX8
NOTE A standard dynamic microphone is recommended. (This 7 Press the A/D INPUT [ON/OFF] button so that its
instrument does not support phantom-powered condenser lamp lights.
microphones.) This setting enables audio signals to be input from the
connected audio device.
3 Turn on the connected audio equipment, then turn
on the MOX6/MOX8.
4 Press the [VOICE] button to enter the Voice Play

mode.

Quick Guide
8 Press the [LEVEL] meter button so that the [A/D 3 Press [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F6] EFFECT  [SF1]
INPUT] lamp lights, then adjust the input level by CONNECT, then set the “InsEF Connect” parameter
using the [GAIN] knob. to “vocoder.”
NOTE Adjust the [GAIN] knob to raise the input level as far as NOTE The “InsEF Connect” parameter is automatically set to
possible without allowing distortion to occur. “vocoder” if you select a Voice from the Vocoder Category in
step 2.
[LEVEL] meter button
[LEVEL] meter
4 From the [SF2] VOCODER display, set the Vocoder

related parameters if necessary.
Speak or sing into the microphone while pressing the note(s)
to generate the machine-like Vocoder sound. Set the related
parameters as desired while listening to the Vocoder sound.
For details about each parameter, see the “Reference Manual”
9 Press the [VOICE] button, then select the desired
PDF document.
Voice.
Play the keyboard wile you sing into the microphone or play
back the audio equipment.
10 If necessary, press the [STORE] button to store

the Voice.
5 Press the [STORE] button to call up the Store

display then store the settings as a User Voice.
Playing the keyboard along with
Vocoder
This instrument features a Vocoder function. This is a
distinctive, “robot voice” effect which extracts the
characteristic of the microphone sound and adds it to the
sound of your keyboard performance. In these example
instructions, you’ll learn how to use the Vocoder in the Voice
mode.
NOTE For details about the Vocoder, see the “Reference Manual” PDF
document.
1 Connect the microphone by following steps 1 – 8

on the previous page.
2 Press the [VOICE] button, then select the desired

Voice to which the Vocoder is applied.
This instrument features special Voices specifically designed
for use with the Vocoder. Call up the Category Search display
then select the desired Voice from the “Vocoder” Main
Category.
NOTE If you use the Vocoder effect in the Performance/Song/Pattern

mode, assign the Voice for the Vocoder to Part 1. Vocoder
cannot be applied to any of the other Parts.

Quick Guide
Creating an original Song Song playback

This instrument features a built-in multi Track sequencer for You have already learned how to play back Songs on
recording your keyboard performance as MIDI data. This page 18. In this section, you’ll learn how to use convenient
function by itself is enough to create full, complex multi- mute/solo functions during playback.
instrument arrangements and complete Songs.
Track mute
Terminology This lets you mute a specific Track or Tracks of the Song.
Song and Pattern 1 Press the [MUTE] button so that its lamp lights.
See page 34. The lamps of the Number buttons light, indicating that the
corresponding Tracks are on.
Track
This is a memory location on the sequencer where your
musical performances (made up of MIDI events) are stored.
The MOX6/MOX8 provides 16 Tracks, which correspond to
the 16 Parts of the Mixing.
Number [1] – [16] buttons [MUTE] button
Mixing
This is a program in which multiple Voices are assigned to 2 To mute a Track, press the corresponding Number
Parts for multi-timbral play in the Song and Pattern modes. [1] – [16] buttons (the lamp turns off).
Each Mixing can contain up to 16 parts and a separate Multiple Tracks can be muted simultaneously.
Mixing can be created for each Song.
3 To sound a muted Track, press the corresponding
Realtime Recording button (lamp is off) so that its lamp lights.
With Realtime recording, the instrument functions in the same For future recording purposes, make sure all buttons are lit
way as a MD recorder, recording the performance data as it and Mute is turned off for all Tracks.
is played. This allows you to capture all the nuances of an
actual performance. Realtime Record features three available
methods: Replace, Overdub and Punch In/Out. Replace lets Track solo
you overwrite an already recorded Track with new data.
Overdub lets you add more data to a Track that already
This lets you solo a specific Track of the Song.
contains data. Punch In/Out lets you re-record only over a
specific area of the Track.
1 Press the [SOLO] button so that its lamp lights.
Step Recording
With Step recording, you can compose your performance by
“writing” it down one event at a time. This is a non-realtime,
step recording method — similar to writing music notation
onto paper.
Number [1] – [16] buttons [SOLO] button
2 To solo a Track, press the corresponding Number

[1] – [16] buttons (the lamp flashes).
Press another number button to change the soloed Track.
3 Press the [TRACK] or [MUTE] button to return to

the original status.

Quick Guide
Creating a Drum part via Step 5 Press the [F] (Play) button to enter the Step Record
mode.
Recording
The [F] button lamp lights and the Step Record display
Now, try creating a Song. appears.
First, record a 4-measure drum phrase as shown below to
Track 1 by using Step Recording. 6 Set the “Step Time” to “480.”
The “Step Time” parameter determines to what position the
pointer will advance after a note has been entered. Here,
the pointer will advance in quarter-note steps.
7 Press the [P] (Top) button to return to the top of

the Song, then press the B0 key four times.
The Bass Drum Kick sound (assigned to the B0 key) is
recorded to the timing of each beat.
1 Press the [SONG] button to call up the Song Play
NOTE If you are using the MOX6, use the [OCTAVE] buttons to
display then select an empty Song. make sure that the Bass Drum Kick sounds when you play
the B0 key. This is necessary since the MOX6 has a shorter
2 On the [F1] PLAY display, set the time signature to keyboard and doesn’t have a B0 key.
“4/4.”
8 Press the [J] (Stop) button to stop recording.
Time signature
This returns to the Song Play display.
9 To record another percussion sound, press the

[REC] button then the [F] (Play) button to enter
the Step Record mode again.
The [F] button lamp lights and the Step Record display
appears.
3 Press the [REC] button, followed by the [F1]
SETUP button, then set the parameters as below. 10 Set the “Step Time” to “ 240.”
• Type = step The Step Time parameter determines to what position the
• Event = note pointer will advance after a note has been entered. Here,
• Rec Track = 1 the pointer will advance in eighth-note steps.
If necessary, set the tempo to the desired value.

the Song, then press the [F3] REST button and
G 1 key four times.
An eighth-note rest is recorded to each down beat and the
Hi-Hat Cymbal sound (assigned to the G 1 key) is recorded
to each up beat.
4 Press the [F2] VOICE button, followed by the NOTE If you are using the MOX6, use the [OCTAVE] buttons to
make sure that the Hi-Hat Cymbal sounds when you play
[CATEGORY SEARCH] button, then select the
the G 1 key. This is necessary since the MOX6 has a shorter
Drum Voice.
keyboard and doesn’t have a G 1 key.
Set the Main Category to “Drum/Percussion” then set the Sub
Category to “Drums.” Move the Cursor [>] button to call up 12 Press the [J] (Stop) button to stop recording.
the Drum Voice List. From this list, select “PDR B09 Analog”
This returns to the Song Play display.
then press the [ENTER] button.
After executing the above operations (steps 1 – 12), you
should now have a 1-measure drum phrase as shown below.
13 Press the [P] (Top) button, then press the [F]

(Play) button to hear the recorded data.
To stop playback, press the [J] (Stop) button.

Quick Guide
14 Press the [JOB] button, followed by the [F3] EVENT Creating a bass part via Realtime
button to call up the EVENT JOB SELECT display.
Recording
To create a four-measure drum pattern (which repeats the
recorded drum phrase), use the Copy Event Job. Next, record the bass line via Realtime Recording to Track 2.
15 Select “02: Copy Event” then press the [ENTER]

button. 1 In the Song Play mode, select the same Song
(created above) to which the Drum part has
already been recorded.

SETUP button, then set the parameters as below.
• “Type” = “replace”
• “Quantize” = “240”
16 Make the settings as listed below then press the • “Rec Track” = “2”
[ENTER] button to execute the Copy Event Job.
• Source Track = “01”, Source range =
“001:1:000” – “002:1:000”
• Destination Track = “01”, Top measure of the destination =
“002”
• “NumberOfTimes” = “x 03”
Executing this Job will copy the drum phrase (recorded to

3 Press the [F2] VOICE button, followed by the
[CATEGORY SEARCH] button then select the Bass
the first measure) to the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th measures
Voice.
respectively.
Set the “Main” (Main Category) to “Bass” then set the “Sub”
(Sub Category) to “Synth Bass.” Move the Cursor [>] button
to call up the Voice List. From this list, select “PRE3 E01 Uni
Punch” then press the [ENTER] button.
17 Press in order the [SONG] button, [P] (Top)

button, and [F] (Play) button to hear the recorded
data.
To stop playback, press the [J] (Stop) button.
HINT
Tips in Step Recording
• In Step recording, you can also enter chords. Because notes
are actually entered when the keys are released, make sure
to press all correct keys you want to enter then release the
keys. 4 Press the [F5] CLICK button to turn the Click
• In Step Recording, press the [F] (Play) button to start playback ( ) on.
from the current position. In this status, pressing the [J] (Stop)
button will stop playback and return to the Step Record mode. 5 Press [UTILITY]  [F2] SEQ  [SF1] CLICK, then
• In Step recording, you can create the legato phrases by
set the Click related parameters as below.
setting the GateTime to “100%.”
• “Mode” = “rec”
• In Step Recording, you can enter tied notes. For example,
first set the Step Time to “480” (quarter note) then press and • “Beat” = “04”
release the key. Next, change the Step Time to “240” (8th note) • “RecCount” = “1meas”
then press the [F4] TIE button, resulting in a dotted quarter
note.
With this setting, there will be a one-measure lead-in count

before recording begins and the Click will play back only
while recording.

Quick Guide
6 Press the [REC] button to return to the Song Punch In point

Record display. Playback of the recording Track is turned off from this point,
and your keyboard performance will be recorded to the Track.

the Song, then press the [F] (Play) button to start
recording.
As soon as the lead-in count (1-measure) is finished, play
the following notation.
Punch Out point
Recording ends at this point and normal
playback of the recording Track starts.
[SF1] COPYLOC button

Press the [SF1] COPY LOC to assign the measure numbers
registered to the Locations (Loc1 and Loc2) to the Punch
In and Punch Out points.
NOTE For instructions on using the Location settings, see the

8 After playing the above notation, press the [J] “Reference Manual” PDF document.
(Stop) button to stop recording.

If you play any wrong notes, press the [J] (Stop) button,
then try recording again. Repeat as often as necessary until
you get it right.
Creating a synthesizer part by
9 Press the [P] (Top) button followed by the [F] using Arpeggio
The recorded data of the Tracks 1 and 2 will be played back. Next, record Arpeggio playback via Realtime Recording to
To stop playback, press the [J] (Stop) button. If you are not Track 3.
satisfied with the recorded data, try this operation again.
1 In the Song Play mode, select the same Song to

which the Drum and Bass parts have already been
HINT recorded.
Re-recording a specific part of a Song
(Punch In/Out) 2 Press the ARP [ON/OFF] button so that its lamp
Use the Punch In/Out recording method to record over only a lights.
specific portion of the Track. If you set the start point (Punch In)
and end point (Punch Out), and then start recording from the
top of the Song, the actual recording will be done only between
SETUP button, then set the parameters as below.
the Punch In and Punch Out points. In the eight-measure
example below, only the third through the fifth measures are re- • “Type” = “replace”
recorded. • “Quantize” = “off”
• “Rec Track” = “3”
Before re-recording
Recording start Recording stop
4 Press the [F2] VOICE button, followed by the
Punch In point Punch Out point [CATEGORY SEARCH] button then select the
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Synthesizer Voice.
Set the Main Category to “Synth Pad” then set the Sub
Category to “Analog.” Move the Cursor [>] button to call up
the Voice List. From this list, select “PRE5 H04 Saw Pad”
After re-recording
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Newly recorded data
NOTE Punch In/Out Recording can only be used with Realtime

recording.
NOTE Note that the Punch In/Out method always replaces

(destroys) the original data over the specified area.
To execute Punch In/Punch Out recording in the above condition,

set the following parameters beforehand on the [F1] SETUP
display in the Song Record mode.
• “Type” = “punch”
• Punch In = 003:01
• Punch Out = 006:01

Quick Guide
5 Press ARP [EDIT] or [F3] ARP ED  [F3] MAIN, Correcting wrong notes
then set the Switch parameter to “on” and set the
“VoiceWithARP” parameter to “off.” If you’ve played any wrong notes while recording and wish to
With the “Switch” parameter “on,” the Arpeggio of Track 3 correct them, press the [EDIT] button from the Song Play
can be played back. mode to go to the Song Edit mode. Song Edit lets you clean
If the “VoiceWithARP” parameter is set to “on,” selecting the up and edit data of already recorded Songs or insert new
Arpeggio Type will change the Voice from the one selected data to the Songs. Check for any mistakenly recorded or
in step 4. This is why you should set the “VoiceWithARP” wrong events on the event list display of the Song Edit mode,
parameter to “off” here. then correct them as needed.
1 With the recorded Song selected, press the [EDIT]

button to enter Song Edit, then press the [F1]
CHANGE button.
The CHANGE display appears.
6 Press [F2] TYPE  [SF1] ARP1, then assign the 2 Press the desired Track number button (from [1] –
Arpeggio Type to the [SF1] ARP1 button. [3]).
The list of the MIDI events recorded to the selected Track in
On this display, set the parameters as below:
the previous section appears on the display.
• “Bank” = “Pre”
• “Category” = “Seq”
Location Notes Gate time Velocity
• “SubCategory” = “Genrl”
• “Type” = “6223”
NOTE The Song location at which you edit or input the event is
indicated by measure, beat and clock. A quarter note (one
If desired, assign different Arpeggio Types to the [SF2] – beat when the time signature is set to “4/4”) consists of 480
[SF6] buttons. divisions. The length of each note (gate time) is indicated by
Beat and Clock. For example, 001:000 is equivalent to a
7 Press the [REC] button to return to the Song quarter note and 000:240 is equivalent to an eighth note.
Record display.
3 Use the Cursor buttons to move the cursor to the
location to be edited, then turn the [DATA] dial to
8 Press the [P] (Top) button to move to the top of
edit the value.
the Song then press the [F] (Play) button to start
When you change the value at the current line, the entire line
recording.
starts flashing.
The [F] (Play) button lamp lights and “RECORDING”
appears at the top of the display, indicating that the
Recording has already started. After the one-measure lead-
4 Before moving the cursor to another line, press
the [ENTER] button to fix the value.
in count is finished, play the following notation.
The edited event line stops flashing.
5 As necessary, correct the other data.

If you find unnecessary notes (not described on the notation),
NOTE All the notes generated via Arpeggio playback will be move the cursor to the corresponding position then press
recorded. the [F6] DELETE button.
9 After playing the above notation, press the [J] 6 After completing editing, press the [EXIT] button
(Stop) button to stop recording. to return to the Song Play display.
If you play any wrong notes, press the [J] (Stop) button, To confirm the recorded data, press the [P] (Top) button,
then try recording again. Repeat as often as necessary until followed by the [F] (Play) button to start playback. To stop
you get it right. playback, press the [J] button.
10 Press the [P] (Top) button, followed by the [F]

The recorded data of Tracks 1, 2 and 3 will be played back.
To stop playback, press the [J] (Stop) button. If you are not
satisfied with the recorded data, try this operation again.

Quick Guide
Completing the Song by editing

the Mixing HINT
Storing Mixing settings as a template
In this final step (other than storing your precious work, The Mixing settings you make can be stored as a Template—
which we’ll cover next), you can mix down your Tracks with letting you create your own custom Mixing/Voice configurations
the Song Mixing function – adjusting the volume balance for future use in recording Songs. This operation can be done
on the display called up via [SONG]  [STORE]  [F2]
and pan setting of all the parts and tweaking the effect
TEMPLATE. For detailed instructions, see the “Reference
levels. Manual” PDF document.
NOTE The explanations here also apply to the Pattern mode.
1 Press the [SONG] button to enter the Song Play

mode, then select the desired Song.
Storing the created Song
2 Press the [MIXING] button to enter the Mixing
After creating a Song, assign a name to the Song then
mode, then set various parameters.
execute the Store operation.
The [MIXING] button lamp lights and the Mixing display will
appear. Select the menu you wish to edit by pressing the
[F1] – [F4] buttons, then edit the parameters in each display. 1 Press [SONG]  [JOB]  [F6] SONG to call up the
Song Job List.
Mixing Play display
Indicates that the Mixing parameter
is modified but not stored yet.
For details about each parameter, see the “Reference 2 Select “04:Song Name,” press the [ENTER] button
Manual” PDF document. to call up the Song Name display, then enter the
Song name.
3 Press the [EDIT] button to enter the Mixing Edit Move the Cursor to the desired position then enter the
mode. character by holding the [SF6] CHAR button. Repeat this
operation as often as necessary to create the name.
4 Call up the Common Edit display or Part Edit

display.
Use Part Edit to edit the parameters for each Part. Use NOTE For specific instructions on naming, see Basic Operation on
Common Edit to edit the parameters for all of the Parts. page 21.
5 Select the menu you wish to edit by pressing the 3 After naming, press the [ENTER] button to actually
[F1] – [F6] buttons and [SF1] – [SF6] buttons, then enter the name.
edit the parameters in each display.
For details on each parameter, see the “Reference Manual”
PDF document.
6 Repeat steps 4 – 5 as desired.
7 Press [STORE]  [F1] SEQ  [ENTER] to store the

settings as Song data.
This operation will store all the Songs and Patterns at the
same time.
NOTICE
If you are editing Mixing parameters and you select a different Song
without storing the one being edited, all the edits you've made will be
erased.

Quick Guide
4 Press the [STORE] button, followed by the [F1] SEQ Creating an original Pattern
button.
The Pattern mode also lets you record your rhythm patterns
The Store display appears.
or riffs to the different Sections as you wish—and as the
inspiration hits—then combine the Sections into a Pattern
Chain to create a complete Song. Along with the Arpeggio
feature and Performance recording, you have a wide range
of easy-to-use tools to quickly create fully arranged,
professional sounding Songs.
5 Press the [ENTER] button to store the Song. 1st measure Intro Section A
This operation will store all the Songs and Patterns at the
Melody A Section B
same time.
After storing, press the [EXIT] button to exit from the Store Melody B Section C
display.
Main theme Section D
NOTE Song/Pattern data consists of MIDI sequence data and
Mixing data. MIDI sequence data is recorded by playing the Melody B Section E
keyboard while Mixing data is created by editing the
parameters. Main theme Section F
120th measure Ending Section G
Listening to the Demo Patterns

Before creating your own original pattern, you should give a
listen to some of the preset Demo Patterns. These specially
recorded Patterns cover a wide range of musical genres and
are full of great hints and ideas on how you can create and
use Patterns in your own music.
1 Press the [PATTERN] button to enter the Pattern

mode.
The Pattern Play display will appear.
2 Select a Pattern by turning the [DATA] dial.
3 Press the [F] (Play) button to start playback of the

Pattern.
The Pattern will play back repeatedly until you press the [J]
(Stop) button.
4 Press the [PATTERN SECTION] button then

change Sections, selecting from A – P.
Pressing the [1] – [8] buttons calls up Sections A – H and
pressing the [9] – [16] buttons calls up Sections I – P.
Section A – H [PATTERN SECTION] button
Section I – P
NOTE By changing the Sections, you can create rhythmic variations,

and easily improvise arrangements (such as intro, verse,
chorus, verse, chorus, ending) in real time.

Quick Guide
Creating a Pattern (Section A) by 7 Press the [F2] TYPE button then select the
desired Arpeggio Type assigned to the [SF1] –
using Arpeggio [SF6] buttons.
In addition to creating a Pattern by recording your keyboard
performance conventionally, you can also use the powerful
Arpeggio playback features of this instrument.
Here, create data for Section A by recording Arpeggio
playback to Track 1 as the drum part, Track 2 as the guitar
part and Track 3 as the bass part.
Changing the Arpeggio Type will call up a different Voice
since the “VoiceWithARP” parameter is set to “on.” If you want
1 Press the [PATTERN] button to enter Pattern Play to record a drum pattern, for example, set the Category to a
then select a Pattern. drum/percussion-like name then find the desired Arpeggio
Type.
2 Press the [PATTERN SECTION] so that its lamp
lights then press the Number [1] button to select 8 Press the [REC] button then set the parameters
Section A. for recording on the [F1] SETUP display as below.
• “Type” = “replace”
3 On the Pattern Play display, set the Pattern Length, • “Loop” = “off”
Time Signature and Tempo. • “Quantize” = “off”
Set the other parameters if necessary.
Time Signature Tempo Length
4 Press the [TRACK] so that its lamp lights then 9 Press the [F5] CLICK button to set the click to on
press the Number [1] button to select Track 1. ( ).
5 Press ARP [EDIT]  [F3] MAIN, then set the 10 Press the [F] (Play) button to start recording.
“Switch” parameter to “on” and set the
Play the keyboard to trigger Arpeggio playback. Since the
“VoiceWithARP” parameter to “on.”
“Loop” parameter is set to “off,” recording will be finished
With the “Switch” parameter “on,” the Arpeggio of Track 1
automatically when the end of the Pattern Length is
can be played back. When the Arpeggio Type is selected
reached.
with the “VoiceWithARP” parameter “on,” the Voice
appropriate for the selected Arpeggio Type will be NOTE All the notes generated via Arpeggio playback will be
recorded.
automatically called up.
Recorded Data as a User Phrase

The MIDI note sequence data (except for the Voice setting,
etc.) recorded in the Pattern mode will be stored as a User
Phrase. The stored User Phrase can be assigned to a different
Section/Track from the [F4] PATCH display in the Pattern Play
mode. This allows you to use already recorded User Phrases
for the other different Sections/Tracks. A single Pattern provides
6 Press the ARP [ON/OFF] button so that its lamp memory space for 256 of your own original User Phrases.
lights.
11 After recording is completed, press the ARP

[EDIT] and [F3] MAIN buttons then set the
“Switch” parameter of Track 1 to “off.”
Since all the notes generated via Arpeggio playback are
recorded in this example, it is not necessary to trigger the
Arpeggio during playback. This is why the “Switch”
parameter is set to “off” here.
12 Press the [F] (Play) button to hear the recorded

Phrase.

Quick Guide
13 Record Phrases to the other Tracks of Section A 4 Press the [ENTER] button to execute the Pattern
as desired using the same operation. Copy Job.
Record a bass line to Track 2, then record guitar backing to All the data of Section A will be copied to Section B.
Track 3 by repeating steps 4 – 13 above.
5 Press the [EXIT] button a few times to return to
14 Press [STORE]  [F1] SEQ  [ENTER] to store the Pattern Play.
recorded Phrases as a Pattern.
This operation will store all the Song/Patterns. 6 Press the [PATTERN SECTION] button so that its
lamp lights then press the Number [2] button.
Now that you’ve recorded Section A, go on to the following Section B is now selected. Press the [F] (Play) button to
instructions and create Section B by using the Pattern Copy hear Section B and confirm that the Section B data has been
Job with the already recorded User Phrases. copied from Section A.
Creating another Pattern (Section Assign the already recorded data

(User Phrase)
B) by using already recorded data
Here, you’ll learn how to create a Section B by using recorded Have the guitar and bass play together by using the user
data copied from Section A. For example, the drum part and phrase of the bass recorded in Section A.
bass part will be copied from Section A, and the guitar part
will be created via the same note data as that of the bass part.
7 Press the [F4] PATCH button to call up the PATCH
display.
Copying the Pattern data The amount of measures
First, copy all the recorded data from the Section A to Section
B by using the Pattern Copy Job.
1 Press [PATTERN]  [JOB] to enter the Pattern Job. Phrase number
2 Press the [F6] PATTERN button, select “01: Copy

8 To Track 3 (guitar part), assign the same Phrase as
Pattern” then press the [ENTER] button.
that of Track 2 (bass part).
The Copy Pattern Job display appears.
This operation will have the guitar (Track 3) and bass (Track
2) play the same Phrase in unison.
Assign the same Phrase as that of Track 2.
3 Select the Pattern number and Section to be

copied.
For the copy source, select the Pattern number and Section
which you have already recorded in the previous section.
For the copy destination, select the same Pattern number
and “Section B.” HINT
Pattern Patch display
On the Pattern Patch display, only the User Phrase contained
in the current Pattern can be assigned to any Track. If you wish
to use Phrases belonging to other Patterns, follow the
instructions below:
1 Press the [SF6] COPY button.
Source Destination 2 Select the desired Phrase as the copy source.
3 Select the User Phrase number and Track number as the
copy destination.
4 Press the [ENTER] button to execute the Copy operation.

Quick Guide
9 Press the [F] (Play) button to hear the recorded (“patt”) Track lets you record Section changes at the desired
Phrase. measure points in the Song. Here, set “RecTrack” to “patt.”
If necessary, adjust the octave setting or velocity setting of

the guitar part by using the [F2] NOTE Jobs. For details
about the available parameters, see the “Reference
Manual” PDF document.
NOTICE
If a specific Phrase is assigned to various Sections/Tracks, keep in
mind that editing the Phrase will change the playback sound of all
Sections/Tracks that use this Phrase. 4 Press the [F] (Play) button to start recording then
play the Pattern.
10 Press [STORE]  [F1] SEQ  [ENTER] to store the Change the Sections as desired. You can “play” the Section
recorded Phrases as a Pattern. buttons as the Pattern plays back to create a new Song.
This operation will store all the Song/Patterns.
After recording Section B, create other Sections as desired.

As in the Song mode, you can also use Step Recording to
create Patterns.
Creating a Pattern Chain for Section A – H
converting to a Song
In these instructions you’ll learn how to assign each of the
created Pattern Phrases to the Section, arrange the Sections
in your favorite order to create the Pattern Chain, and
Section I – P
convert the Pattern Chain to a Song. This converted Song
data can be used as backing accompaniment for melody
recording. 5 Press the [J] (Stop) button to stop recording.
The instrument returns to the CHAIN display of Pattern Play.
Pattern Chain
Change the Sections as desired to create the Song you have in mind… 6 Press the [F] (Play) button to play the recorded
Section A Section B Section F Section H ....... Pattern Chain.

recorded Pattern Chain.
Song
8 After pressing the [EXIT] button, record the Tempo

Creating a Pattern Chain Track then Scene Track by repeating steps 3 – 7
above.
This section explains how to create a Pattern Chain by
IWhen you record the Tempo Track:
arranging the Sections in order as shown in the example
In step 3, set the RecTrack to “tempo.” In step 4, move the
above. cursor to the tempo column ( ) then change the tempo as
desired by using the [DATA] dial or [INC]/[DEC] buttons.
1 In the PLAY display of the Pattern Play mode, Tempo change timing will be recorded in real time to the
select the Pattern created in the previous section. Tempo Track.
IWhen you record the Scene Track:

2 Press the [F6] CHAIN button. In Step 3, set the RecTrack to “scene.” In step 4, press the
[MUTE] button so that its lamp lights then turn on/off the
3 Press the [REC] button to enter the Pattern Chain desired Number buttons. The change timing of the on/off
Record mode then set the Recording Track and status will be recorded in real time to the Scene Track.
Pattern tempo.
Three Pattern Chain Track types are available. The Tempo
Track lets you record tempo changes for the Chain, and the
Scene Track lets you record Track on/off changes. The Pattern

Quick Guide
For the destination, select the Song and

Editing the Pattern Chain the top measure.
The Pattern Chain Edit mode makes it possible to edit the

order of the Sections in a chain as well as inserting tempo,
and scene/mute event data.
1 In the Pattern Play mode, select the Pattern created If the “without PC” is checkmarked, executing this operation
in the previous section. will ignore the Program Change events in the Pattern data.
2 Press [F6] CHAIN  [EDIT] to enter the Pattern 4 Press the [ENTER] button to execute the
Chain mode, then edit each of the Tracks. conversion.
To select each Track, press the [F4] TR SEL button. The Pattern Chain data will be converted to Song data, and
the converted data will be copied to the top measure
Pattern Track Edit
specified in step 3.
NOTICE
This operation overwrites any data already existing at the destination
Song.
[F4] button
5 Press the [SONG] button, select the Song
specified in step 3, then press the [F] (Play) button
Scene Track Edit to hear the newly created Song data.

created Song.
[F4] button
Tempo Track Edit
3 Press the [EXIT] button to return to the Pattern

Play display then press the [F] (Play) button to
start the Pattern Chain.

recorded Pattern Chain.
Converting a Pattern Chain to a Song
1 In Pattern Play, select the Pattern created in the

previous section.
2 Press [F6] CHAIN  [EDIT] to enter the Pattern

Chain mode.
3 Press the [F3] Song button to call up the “Convert

to Song” display, then select an empty Song and
the top measure for the destination.

Quick Guide
Connecting external MIDI

HINT
instruments MIDI Transmit Channel and Receive Channel.
With a standard MIDI cable (available separately), you can Make sure to match the MIDI Transmit Channel of the external
connect an external MIDI instrument, and control it from the MIDI instrument with the MIDI Receive Channel of the MOX6/
MOX8. For details on setting the MIDI Transmit Channel of the
MOX6/MOX8. Likewise, you can use an external MIDI device
external MIDI instrument, refer to the owner’s manual of that
(such as a keyboard or sequencer) to control the sounds on
instrument. For details on setting the MIDI Receive Channel of
the MOX6/MOX8. Below are several different MIDI connection the MOX6/MOX8, check the following points.
examples; use the one most similar to your intended setup.
In the Voice mode/Performance mode (using the MOX6/
NOTE Any one of these interfaces can be used for MIDI data MOX8 as a single timbre tone generator):
transmission/reception: the MIDI connectors, or the USB [TO Check the MIDI Basic Receive Channel with the following
HOST] connector. However, they cannot be used at the same operation: [UTILITY]  [F6] MIDI  [SF1] CH (channel) 
time. Select which connector is to be used for MIDI data transfer “BasicRcvCh.” If necessary, change this parameter to the same
in the “MIDI IN/OUT” parameter of the [UTILTITY]  [F6] MIDI  number as the MIDI Transmit Channel of the external MIDI
[SF4] OTHER display. As you work through the explanations in instrument.
this chapter, set “MIDI IN/OUT” to “MIDI” since MIDI is used as
the example connection here. In the Song mode/Pattern mode (using the MOX6/MOX8 as
a multi-timbral tone generator):
Check the MIDI Receive Channel for each Part of the Multi with
the following operation. [SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING] 
[EDIT]  selection parts  [F1] VOICE  [SF2] MODE 
Controlling MOX6/MOX8 from an external MIDI “ReceiveCh.” If necessary, change this parameter to the same
keyboard or synthesizer number as the MIDI Transmit Channel of the external MIDI
Use an external keyboard or synthesizer to remotely select instrument. Please note that all parts whose MIDI Receive
Channels are the same as the MIDI Transmit Channel of the
and play the Voices of the MOX6/MOX8.
external MIDI instrument are sounded by your keyboard
performance. Change the settings of the desired parts to match
the MIDI Transmit Channel settings on the external MIDI
instrument.
MIDI [IN]
Controlling an external MIDI keyboard or

synthesizer from the MOX6/MOX8
This connection lets you sound an external MIDI tone
MOX6/MOX8
generator (synthesizer, tone generator module, etc.) by
playing the MOX6/MOX8 or playing back the Song/Pattern of
the MOX6/MOX8. Use this connection when you wish to sound
MIDI [OUT] the other instrument as well as the MOX6/MOX8.
MIDI [OUT]
External MIDI keyboard such as an 88-key synthesizer
MOX6/MOX8
MIDI [IN]
External MIDI tone generator such as MOTIF-RACK XS

Quick Guide
Using a Connected
HINT
Splitting the sound between the MOX6/MOX8 and Computer
an external tone generator by MIDI channel By connecting the MOX6/MOX8 to your computer via USB,
Using the connection example shown above, you can play both you can use DAW software on the computer to create your
instruments and have them separately sound different parts— own original songs.
for example, having your keyboard performance sound the
external instrument while the Song/Pattern plays the sounds of NOTE The acronym DAW (digital audio workstation) refers to music
the MOX6/MOX8. To use this feature, you must set the MOX6/ software for recording, editing and mixing audio and MIDI data.
MOX8’s output channel and the external tone generator’s receive The main DAW applications are Cubase, Logic, SONAR and
channel to the same channel number. Check the following points Digital Performer. Though all of these can be effectively used
with the MOX6/MOX8, we recommend using Cubase when
after turning the power on.
creating songs together with the instrument.
When playing the keyboard in the Voice mode or By connecting this instrument to a computer, you can take
Performance mode:
advantage of the following functions and applications.
Check the MIDI transmit channel with the following operation:
[UTILITY]  [F6] MIDI  [SF1] CH (channel)  “KBDTransCh.” • External tone generator for DAW software and MIDI
If necessary, change this parameter to the same number as keyboard
the MIDI Receive Channel of the external MIDI instrument. In • Remote Controller of the DAW software
the Voice play or Performance play, pressing the [TRACK]
• Editing parameters from the computer (MOX6/MOX8 Editor)
button (so that the lamp lights) can also change the MIDI
Transmit Channel of the MOX6/MOX8. When you wish to sound
only the external tone generator, set the [Master Volume] control
to “0” or set Local Control to “off” with the following operation:
[UTILITY]  [F6] MIDI  [SF2] SWITCH  “LocalCtrl” = “off.” Connecting to a computer
For information on how to set the MIDI Receive Channel of the
external MIDI instrument, refer to the owner’s manual of the A USB cable and the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver are
external MIDI instrument. necessary to connect the MOX6/MOX8 to the computer.
Follow the instructions below. Note that both audio data and
When playing back a Song/Pattern or playing the keyboard
MIDI data can be transmitted through a USB cable.
in the Song mode or Pattern mode:
Check the MIDI transmit channel for each Track with the
following operation: [SONG]/[PATTERN]  [F3] TRACK  [SF1]
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tone generator to multi-timbral operation and set the MIDI
Receive Channel for each part. For details, see the owner’s NOTE The Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver may be revised and
manual of the external MIDI tone generator. Alternately, you can updated without prior notice. Make sure to check and
have your keyboard performance split and assigned to download the latest version from the above site.
different MIDI channels by using the Zone settings in the Master
mode (page 55). 2 Install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver to the
computer.
For instructions on installing, refer to the online Installation
Guide included in the downloaded file package. When
connecting this instrument to a computer, connect the USB
cable to the USB TO HOST of this instrument and the USB
terminal of the computer as shown below.
USB [TO HOST] terminal
USB terminal
Rear panel
USB cable

Quick Guide
3 Make sure that the USB [TO HOST] terminal of this “ports,” each supporting sixteen channels. While a single MIDI
instrument is enabled. cable is equipped to handle data over up to sixteen channels
Press the [UTILITY] button to call up the Utility mode, then simultaneously, a USB connection is capable of handling far
more—thanks to the use of MIDI ports. Each MIDI port can
press the [F6] MIDI button followed by the [SF4] OTHER
handle sixteen channels, and the USB connection allows up to
button to call up the OTHER display. Set the “MIDI IN/OUT”
eight ports, letting you use up to 128 channels (8 ports x 16
parameter to “USB.” channels) on your computer. When connecting this instrument
to a computer using a USB cable, the MIDI ports are defined
4 Set the input and output settings for audio data as follows:
and MIDI data as desired to suit your personal
preferences. Port 1
The tone generator block in this instrument can recognize and
These settings can be set in the [F5] USB I/O display and
use only this port. When playing the MOX6/MOX8 as a tone
[F6] MIDI display of the Utility mode. Setting the parameters generator from the external MIDI instrument or computer, you
related to the Audio data and MIDI data by using the Quick should set the MIDI Port to 1 on the connected MIDI device or
Setup lets you instantly reconfigure the MOX6/MOX8 for computer.
different computer/sequencer related applications by calling
Port 2
up specially programmed presets. In this case, press the This port is used to control the DAW software on the computer
[QUICK SETUP] button and then set the “SETUP.” After from the MOX6/MOX8 by using the Remote Control feature.
making the settings, press the [ENTER] button to apply them
Port 3
to the MOX6/MOX8.
This port is used as the MIDI Thru Port. The MIDI data received
NOTE For details on the parameters set by the Quick Setup over Port 3 via the USB [TO HOST] terminal will be re-transmitted
function, see the “Reference Manual” PDF document. to an external MIDI device via the MIDI [OUT] terminal. The
MIDI data received over Port 3 via the MIDI [IN] terminal will be
5 Press the [STORE] button to store the settings to

re-transmitted to an external device (computer, etc.) via the USB
[TO HOST] terminal.
internal memory.
Port 4
This port is used only for data communication of the MOX6/
MOX8 Editor. No other software or device can use this port.
Precautions when using the USB [TO HOST] Port 5
terminal This port is used only for data communication of the MOX6/
When connecting the computer to the USB [TO HOST] terminal, MOX8 Remote Editor.
make sure to observe the following points. Failing to do so risks
No other software or device can use this port. When using a
freezing the computer and corrupting or losing the data. If the
USB connection, make sure to match the MIDI transmit port
computer or the instrument freezes, restart the application
and the MIDI receive port as well as the MIDI transmit channel
software or the computer OS, or turn the power to the instrument
and the MIDI receive channel. Make sure to set the MIDI port
off then on again.
of the external device connected to this instrument according
NOTICE to the above information.
• Use an AB type USB cable
• Before connecting the computer to the USB [TO HOST]
terminal, exit from any power-saving mode of the computer
(such as suspend, sleep, standby).
• Before turning on the power to the instrument, connect the Audio channels
computer to the USB [TO HOST] terminal. The audio signals of the MOX6/MOX8 can be output to the USB
• Execute the following before turning the power to the [TO HOST] terminal and the OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks.
instrument on/off or plugging/unplugging the USB cable to/ When connecting to a computer, use the USB [TO HOST]
from the USB [TO HOST] terminal. terminal. In this case, up to four audio channels (USB 1 – USB
• Quit any open application software on the computer. 4) are available. The output-to-channel assignments are made
• Make sure that data is not being transmitted from the in the [F5] USB I/O display of the Utility mode.
instrument. (Data is transmitted only by playing notes on
the keyboard or playing back a song.)
The audio signals of the MOX6/MOX8 can be input from the
USB [TO HOST] terminal and the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks. Up
• While the computer is connected to the instrument, you
to two channels of audio can be input to the USB [TO HOST]
should wait for six seconds or more between these
terminal. Set the output level by using the [DAW LEVEL] slider
operations: (1) when turning the power of the instrument off
then on again, or (2) when alternately connecting/
on the MOX6/MOX8. The signals are output to the OUTPUT [L/
disconnecting the USB cable. MONO]/[R] jack. Also, up to two audio channels can be input
to the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks. The signal is sent to the A/D input
part of the MOX6/MOX8. For more details, see the “Reference
Manual” PDF document.
MIDI channels and MIDI ports

MIDI data is assigned to one of sixteen channels, and this
synthesizer is capable of simultaneously playing sixteen
separate Parts, via the sixteen MIDI channels. However, the
sixteen-channel limit can be overcome by using separate MIDI

Quick Guide
Creating a Song with a computer 4 In the Performance/Song/Pattern mode, set the

output channel of the Audio signal for each part.
By using the MOX6/MOX8 with the DAW software on the When the output setting for the audio signal (“Mode”
computer connected to the MOX6/MOX8, you can take parameter) is set to “2StereoRec” in Step 1, you can change
advantage of the following functions and applications. the audio output channel for each part. In the Performance
mode, this parameter can be set in the [F4] USB I/O display
• MIDI recording and Audio recording of the MOX6/MOX8
of Common Edit. In the Song/Pattern mode, this parameter
performance to the DAW software on the computer.
can be set in the [F4] USB I/O display of Mixing Common
• Playing back a song of the DAW software by using the
Edit.
MOX6/MOX8 tone generator
NOTE In the Voice mode, the audio output channel is fixed to USB
3/4.
This section contains an overview on how to use DAW software
on the computer with the MOX6/MOX8 after connecting.
Setting up the DAW software on the computer
Recording your performance on the MOX6/ 1 Set MIDI Thru to “on” on the DAW software.
MOX8 to computer By setting MIDI Thru to “on,” the MIDI data generated by
playing the keyboard and transmitted to the computer will be
returned back to the MOX6/MOX8. As shown in the example
Setting up the MOX6/MOX8
below, the MIDI data transmitted from the MOX6/MOX8 then
recorded to the computer via MIDI channel 1 will be returned
1 If Quick Setup 1 is set to the default settings, back from the computer to the MOX6/MOX8 via MIDI channel
simultaneously hold the [QUICK SETUP] button 3 according to the setting of the recording Track. As a result,
and press the Group [A] button.
the tone generator of the MOX6/MOX8 will sound the MIDI
This should be selected when recording your keyboard data generated by playing the keyboard as MIDI data from
performance to the DAW software on the computer. If Quick channel 3.
Setup 1 is not set to the default settings, set as follows.
Audio settings USB TO HOST terminal

Use this setting when recording the signals from the tone
generator and the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks separately to Tone generator Keyboard
block (output via
DAW software, and playing the signals from the OUTPUT [L/ (recognizing MIDI MIDI
MONO]/[R] jacks directly. Channel 3 data) Channel 1)
Local Control = off
Mode Direct Monitor SW
MOX6/MOX8
A/D In & Part Part IN OUT
CH1 CH3
2StereoRec on on
MIDI settings
Use this setting when recording this instrument’s performance
(not including Arpeggio data) to the DAW software.
Computer
Local Control off
(Cubase, etc.) MIDI Thru = on
MIDI Sync auto
Clock Out off
ARPOUTSw all off
Song playback from a computer using the
KBDTxCh 1
MOX6/MOX8 as a tone generator
TrIntSw all on
TrExtSw all on The instructions below show how to use this instrument as a
NOTE For more details regarding these parameters, see the MIDI tone generator. In this case, actual MIDI sequence data
“Reference Manual” PDF document. is transmitted from DAW software on the computer, allowing
you to avoid using software synths and save processing
2 Press the [STORE] button to store the settings to power on your computer.
internal memory.
3 Press the desired mode button for playing, and Setting up the MOX6/MOX8
then select the desired program for recording.
1 Press the [SONG] or [PATTERN] button to enter the
Song mode or Pattern mode.

Quick Guide
2 Select the Song or Pattern to be edited.

MOX6/MOX8 Remote Tools can be downloaded from the
following Yamaha web site. For details on operating the MOX6/
3 Press the [MIXING] button to call up the Mixing MOX8 Remote Editor, see the PDF manual supplied with the
display. MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor.
4 Set up the Mixing for parts 1 – 16 as necessary.
From the Mixing display, you can select Voices and set
various parameters such as pan, volume, balance between
the Chorus/Reverb and dry sound, Insertion effect on/off and Remote-controlling the DAW software
Arpeggio on/off.
The DAW applications Cubase, Logic Pro, SONAR and Digital

Performer can be controlled via the Remote Control mode of
Setting up the DAW software on the computer the MOX6/MOX8.
1 Set the MIDI output port of the Tracks for playing

the MOX6/MOX8 to Port 1 of the “MOX6/MOX8” For the most recent information on DAW software that can be
controlled from the MOX6/MOX8, see the following URL:
2 Enter the MIDI data to each Track of the DAW
software on the computer.
The tone generator settings of the part corresponding to the Before you can use the Remote Control function, you’ll need
MIDI Track will be set in the Mixing mode on the MOX6/ to follow the setup instructions below.
MOX8. NOTE Before making the setup of DAW Remote, make sure to properly
install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver and the MOX6/MOX8
NOTE When using Cubase as the DAW, you can create an original Remote Tools.
Mixing setup of the MOX6/MOX8 from the MOX6/MOX8
Editor on your computer. The created Mixing setup can be
saved as a Cubase Project file for future recall.
Setting up the MOX6/MOX8
1 Connect this instrument to the computer via a USB

Remote-controlling the software cable (page 50).
from the MOX6/MOX8 (Remote 2 Press the [DAW REMOTE] button to enter the
mode) Remote mode.
The MOX6/MOX8 features a highly convenient Remote mode 3 Press the [UTILITY] button to call up the REMOTE
which lets you control the DAW software and software display of the Utility mode. Then set the “DAW
synthesizer on your computer via the panel operations of the Select” to the desired DAW software.
MOX6/MOX8. For example, you can start/stop playback of
the DAW software on the computer by using the Function
buttons and control the song position on the DAW software
by using the [DATA] dial, [INC] and [DEC] buttons instead of
using the mouse or computer keyboard.
4 Press the [STORE] button to store the settings to

Remote-controlling the software synthesizer internal memory.
Up to 50 Control Templates of VST Instruments can be stored 5 Start the DAW software on the connected
to internal memory of this instrument. With these, you can use computer.
the MOX6/MOX8 to control various software synthesizers.
Use the MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor for editing the Control
Template. Setting up the DAW software on the computer
NOTE To use the MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor, you need to install the This section explains how to set up after starting each
MOX6/MOX8 Remote Tools. The MOX6/MOX8 Remote Tools application.
consists of two components: MOX6/MOX8 Remote Editor and
MOX6/MOX8 Extension, which enables you to use the MOX6/ NOTE When the cable between the MOX6/MOX8 and the Windows
MOX8 along with Cubase series 5. computer is disconnected or the MOX6/MOX8 is turned off
accidentally, the DAW will not recognize the MOX6/MOX8 again
even if you connect the cable again or turn the MOX6/MOX8 on.
If this occurs, exit the DAW software, then restart it after setting
up the MOX6/MOX8 and making sure the connection is secure.

Quick Guide
J Cubase Using the MOX6/MOX8 Editor

The settings will be completed by installing MOX6/MOX8
Remote Tools.
About the MOX6/MOX8 Editor
J SONAR
The MOX6/MOX8 Editor lets you edit Voice and Mixing
setups from your computer, giving you even greater editing
1 Pull down the [Options] menu and select [MIDI Devices]
convenience. Furthermore, the data edited on the MOX6/
to call up the “MIDI Devices” window.
MOX8 is always synchronized with the data on the computer
2 Add “Yamaha MOX6/MOX8-2” to the Input Device, then (MOX6/MOX8 Editor) and vice versa. This provides a smooth,
add “Yamaha MOX6/MOX8-2” to the Output Device. seamless interface, making it exceptionally easy to create and
edit data.
3 Pull down the [Options] menu and select [Control
Surfaces] to call up the Control Surface window.
Using the MOX6/MOX8 Editor
4 Click the [+] button, select “Mackie Control,” then set the
Input Port to “Yamaha MOX6/MOX8-2” and set the Output Using the MOX6/MOX8 Editor VST on Cubase
Port to “Yamaha MOX6/MOX8-2.” The MOX6/MOX8 Editor VST works as a VST3 plug-in
software on Cubase. In this case, you can launch the MOX6/
MOX8 Editor via the same operations as that of any other
J Digital Performer VST Instrument.
1 In the Audio/MIDI setup of a Macintosh computer, Using with the Studio Manager V2 as a host
connect Port 2 of the interface of the MOX6/MOX8 to Port application
2 of the tone generator. When there is only one Port for In addition, Yamaha provides a stand-alone version of the
the tone generator, add the new Port, then connect it to MOX6/MOX8 Editor which works as a client of the host
the interface. Studio Manager. Studio Manager V2 is a cross-platform
application that enables you to start multiple Editors for
2 Pull down the [Setup] menu and select [ControlSurface
controlling Yamaha hardware products remotely, and lets
Setup] to call up the Control Surface window.
you save multiple Editor settings. To use the MOX6/MOX8
3 Click the [+] button. Editor, start Studio Manager V2 then start the MOX6/MOX8
Editor as a plug-in software within Studio Manager V2.
4 Select “Mackie Control” in the Driver section.
5 In the box for setting “Unit” and “MIDI,” select “Mackie The Studio Manager V2 and MOX6/MOX8 Editor can be
Control” in the “Unit” section and select “MOX6/MOX8 downloaded from the following URL:
New Port 2” in the “MIDI” section. http://www.yamahasynth.com/download/
For instructions on using the Studio Manager and MOX6/MOX8
Editor, refer to the respective PDF manuals included with the
J Logic Pro software.
1 Select the [Preference] menu  [Control Surfaces] 

[Settings] to call up the Settings window.
2 Select the [New] menu  [Install]. HINT

Integration between MOX6/MOX8 and Cubase
3 Select “Mackie Control” in the model list, then add it as a
When producing music by using the MOX6/MOX8 together
control surface.
with Cubase, the MOX6/MOX8 Extension contained in the
MOX6/MOX8 Remote Tools provides useful and convenient
4 Set the MIDI Output Port to “Yamaha MOX6/MOX8
functions. For example, the necessary settings for connection
Port2.” will be made automatically. For more details, including the
latest information, see the following URL.
5 Set the MIDI Input Port to “Yamaha MOX6/MOX8 Port2.”
NOTE Mackie Control is the trademark of Mackie Designs, Inc.
NOTE The following Cubase software and versions are
compatible with the MOX6/MOX8. Cubase 5/Cubase
Studio 5: version 5.5 or later, Cubase Essential 5/Cubase
For details about the button operations and functions, see the
AI 5: version 5.1.1 or later
“Reference Manual” PDF document.

Quick Guide
Using as a Master Keyboard Making settings for use as a master

The Master mode lets you: keyboard
I Create and store up to 128 programs, each containing a It is a good idea to memorize master keyboard functions to
Voice, a Performance, a Song, or a Pattern, and each of the Master when using external multiple MIDI tone generators.
which can be instantly called up for use. Simply by selecting a different Master, you can change the
I Assign up to four separate Zones in each Master program programs in your connected external MIDI tone generators.
for use as a master keyboard. Here's how to do it:
You can use the Master mode to memorize the settings you
use most often including the information on which mode is 1 Press the [MASTER] button to enter the Master
used, and call up these settings instantly anytime you need mode.
them with a single button press. Furthermore, you can
memorize the settings for controlling an external MIDI device 2 Select a Master to be edited.
by the Master, allowing you to change and control the
connected external MIDI tone generator in sequence while 3 Press the [F3] ZONE SW button.
performing live. The ZONE SW display appears.
Registering the Edited Voice/

Performance/Song/Pattern
The Master mode is ideal for live performance situations 4 Set “ZoneSwitch” to “on.”
since it lets you instantly switch among needed Voices, The “ZoneKnob” parameter also will be set to on automatically.
Songs, Patterns and Performances without having to change
modes. One convenient way of using the Master mode is to
save your needed programs (Voices, Performances, etc.) to
Masters in number order, according to the songs you intend
to perform. Follow the instructions below to store programs.
NOTE When the “ZoneKnob” is set to “on,” the Zone Edit settings
1 Press the [MASTER] button to enter the Master are assigned to Knobs 1 – 8. If you want to assign the
settings in the memorized mode to Knobs 1 – 8 yourself, set
mode.
“ZoneKnob” to “off.“
2 Select a Master to be edited. 5 Press the [EDIT] button, and then press the
The Master Play display appears. Number [1] button.
This calls up the Master Edit displays for Zone 1.
3 Press the [F2] MEMORY button.
The MEMORY display appears.
6 Set the parameters for Zone 1 in the [F1] – [F5]

displays.
4 At the “Mode” parameter and “Memory”
parameter, select the desired mode and program. 7 Use the Number [2] – [4] buttons to set the
parameters for other Zones as well as Zone 1.
5 Press the [STORE] button to store the set the
Master program in the store display. 8 After setting all the desired parameters, press the
[STORE] button to store your settings as a Master
program.
After completing these settings, assign a name to the Master

in the [F1] Name display of the Master Common Edit. After
naming, press the [STORE] button to store the Master.
For more information on the parameters which are edited in
the Master mode, see the “Reference Manual” PDF document.

Quick Guide
Making Global System Click (metronome) settings

Settings (Utility Mode) [F2] SEQ  [SF1] CLICK
In the Utility mode, you can set parameters that apply to the Determines the tempo, volume and output destination of the
entire system of this instrument. To enter the Utility mode, click (metronome).
press the [UTILITY] button. Pressing the [EXIT] button returns
to the original display.
This section describes some useful functions in the Utility
mode.
Setting the default mode when

turning the power on Effect settings applied to the signal
[F1] GENERAL  [SF6] OTHER  Cursor [<] button 
input from the A/D INPUT jack
“PowerOnMode”
From the Voice, Performance, or Master, the mode specified [F3] VCE A/D
here is called up when turning the power on. Determines the settings for the effects applied to the
incoming audio signal from the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks in
the Voice mode.
Reversing the LCD status
[F1] GENERAL  [SF6] OTHER  Cursor [<] button 

Master Effect/Master EQ settings
“LCD Mode” in the Voice mode
This parameter determines the LCD status.
[F2] VOICE  [SF1] MFX, [SF2] MEQ
When “normal” is selected:
Determines how much of the Effect and EQ processing is
applied to the master output.
When “reverse” is selected:
You can use the Master mode to memorize the settings you
use most often.

Quick Guide
Saving/Loading Data (File button, you can assign the name in the Character List
display. By pressing the [SF2] SET NAME button, the file/
Mode) directory name which selected in the file/directory selection
box is copied to the file name field.
The File mode provides tools for transferring data (such as
Voice, Performance, Song, and Pattern) between the MOX6/ File name field
MOX8 and external USB flash memory device connected to
the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal. To enter the File mode, press
the [FILE] button.
This section explains how to save/load all the data on the
user memory of this instrument as an “All” file (extension:
X4A).
5 Press the [SF1] EXEC button to save the file.
Saving the settings to a USB flash

memory device
Loading the settings from a USB
flash memory device
1 Connect a USB flash memory device to the USB
[TO DEVICE] terminal of this instrument.
1 Connect a USB flash memory device to the USB
2 Press the [FILE] button, and then press the [F2] [TO DEVICE] terminal of this instrument.
SAVE button.
The SAVE display appears in the File mode. 2 Press the [FILE] button, and then press the [F3]
LOAD button.
The LOAD display appears in the File mode.
3 Set “TYPE” to “All,” and then select the desired

directory of the device. After that, press the
[ENTER] button. 3 Set “TYPE” to “All,” and then select the file
If storing the root directory, keep the directory set to “root” (extension: X4A) of the memory.
without pressing the [ENTER] button. If you want to make a Select the directory which has desired file in the file/directory
new directory, press the [SF3] NEW button. selection box, and then press the [ENTER] button. After that,
select the desired file.
The current determined directory
Set the desired file as the save destination of the USB
type for saving flash memory device
File/Directory Selection box

Select the desired directory of the USB
flash memory device, and then press
the [ENTER] button.
4 Use the Cursor [<]/[v] buttons to move the cursor

to the file name field, assign a name to the file, and
Move to the desired location in the file name field by using
the Cursor [<]/[>] buttons, and then select the desired
characters by using the [DATA] dial or the [INC]/[DEC]
button to enter the selected character. By pressing the [SF6]

Quick Guide
4 Press the [SF1] EXEC button to load the file. J Connecting/removing the USB flash memory device
Before removing the memory from the instrument, make sure
NOTICE that the instrument is not accessing data (such as in the
The Load operation overwrites any data previously existing in the
specified destination internal memory. Important data should always
Save, Copy and Delete operations).
be saved to a USB flash memory device connected to the USB [TO
NOTICE
DEVICE] terminal.
Avoid frequently turning the power on/off to the USB flash memory
device, or connecting/disconnecting the memory too often. Doing so
may result in the operation of the instrument “freezing” or hanging
up. While the instrument is accessing data (such as during Save,
Copy, Delete, Load and Format operations) or is mounting the USB
Precautions when using the USB flash memory device (shortly after the connection), do NOT unplug
[TO DEVICE] terminal the USB connector, do NOT remove the device from the instrument,
and do NOT turn the power off to either the instrument or the USB
flash memory device. Doing so may corrupt the data on either or
This instrument features a built-in USB [TO DEVICE] both.
terminal. When connecting a USB device to the terminal, be
sure to handle the USB device with care. Follow the
important precautions below.
NOTE For more information about the handling of USB devices, refer to
the owner’s manual of the USB device.
J Compatible USB devices

Only USB memory devices of the flash-memory variety can
be used with the MOX6/MOX8. Furthermore, the instrument
does not necessarily support all commercially available USB
flash memory devices, nor can Yamaha guarantee operation
such USB devices that you purchase. Before purchasing a
USB flash memory device for use with this instrument,
please visit the following web page:
http://download.yamaha.com/
J Connecting a USB flash memory device

When connecting a USB flash memory device to the USB
[TO DEVICE] terminal, make sure that the connector on the
memory is appropriate and that it is connected in the proper
direction.
NOTE Though the instrument supports the USB 1.1 standard, you can
connect and use a USB 2.0 storage device with the instrument.
However, note that the transfer speed is that of USB 1.1.
J Formatting a USB flash memory device

When a USB flash memory device is connected, a message
may appear prompting you to format the memory. If so,
execute the Format operation (see the “Reference Manual”
PDF document).
NOTICE
The format operation overwrites any previously existing data. Make
sure that the device you are formatting does not contain important
data.
J To protect your data (write-protect)

To prevent important data from being inadvertently erased,
apply the write-protect provided on the USB flash memory
device. If you are saving data to the device, make sure to
disable write-protect.

Appendix
Shift Function List

Some of the important functions and operations on the instrument can be executed with convenient panel control shortcuts.
Simply hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the indicated button (as described below).
Mode Operation Function
All modes [SHIFT] + [INC]/[DEC] Increases/decreases the value by 10. (Program number in the Play mode; parameter
value in the Edit mode)
All modes [SHIFT] + [DATA] dial Increases/decreases the value by 10. (Same as [SHIFT] + [INC]/[DEC])
Voice Play [SHIFT] + BANK SELECT [DEC]/[INC] Changes the Voice Bank in the order listed below.
PRE1  USR1  PDR  UDR  GM  GMDR (PERF) USR1  USR2
All modes other than [SHIFT] + Knob 1 – 8 Changes the parameter value quickly in 10-digit jumps (while normally in 1-digit
the File mode increments).
All modes other than [SHIFT] + Knob Function 1 button Sets the Knob Function to TONE 1.
the File mode
All modes other than [SHIFT] + Knob Function 2 button Sets the Knob Function to EQ.
the File mode
All modes [SHIFT] + [Level] Meter button Sets the [LEVEL] meter to the A/D INPUT level.
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + the current mode button Executes the BULK Job of the current mode.
Song Mixing/Pattern
Mixing/Master mode
Voice Play/ [SHIFT] + [FAVORITE] Favorite indicator Turns on/off the Favorite indicator of
Performance Play/ the current Voice or Performance.
Category Search
display
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + ARP [ON/OFF] • In the Voice mode, this operation will call up the [F3] MAIN display of Arpeggio Edit.
Song/Pattern mode • In the Performance/Song/Pattern mode, this operation will call up the [F1] COMMON
display of Arpeggio Edit.
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + A/D INPUT [ON/OFF] • In the Voice mode, this operation will call up the [F3] VCE A/D – [SF1] OUTPUT display
Song/Pattern mode of the Utility mode.
• In the Performance mode, this operation will call up the [F5] A/D IN – [SF1] OUTPUT
display of Common Edit.
• In the Song/Pattern mode, this operation will call up the [F5] A/D IN – [SF1] OUTPUT
display of Mixing Common Edit.
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + EFFECT [INSERTION] Calls up the [F6] EFFECT – [SF1] CONNECT display of Common Edit.
Song/Pattern mode
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + EFFECT [SYSTEM] Calls up the [F6] EFFECT – [SF1] CONNECT display of Common Edit.
Song/Pattern mode
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + EFFECT [MASTER] • In the Voice mode, this operation will call up the [F2] VOICE – [SF1] MFX display of the
Song/Pattern mode Utility mode.
• In the Performance mode, this operation will call up the [F2] OUT MFX – [SF2] MFX
• In the Song/Pattern mode, this operation will call up the [F2] MFX display of Mixing
Common Edit.
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + • In the Voice mode, this operation will call up the [F1] GENERAL – [SF4] OTHER display
Song/Pattern mode ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [1]/[2] of Common Edit.
• In the Performance mode, this operation will call up the [F1] GENERAL – [SF5] OTHER
• In the Song/Pattern mode, this operation will call up the [F1] GENERAL display of
Mixing Common Edit.
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + OCTAVE [-]/[+] Calls up the [F1] GENERAL – [SF3] KBD display of the Utility mode.
Song/Pattern mode
Voice/Performance/ [SHIFT] + TRANSPOSE [-]/[+] Calls up the [F1] GENERAL – [SF3] KBD display of the Utility mode.
Song/Pattern mode

Appendix
Display Messages
LCD indication Description
All remote templates stored. Appears when you store the Control Template in the Remote mode.
Are you sure? Confirms whether you want to execute a specified operation or not.
Arpeggio memory full. The internal memory for Arpeggio data is full, preventing storing the recorded sequence data as an Arpeggio.
Arpeggio type copied. The Arpeggio Types are copied to the [SF1] – [SF6] buttons.
Bad USB device. The USB flash memory device connected to this instrument is unusable. Format the USB flash memory device and try
again.
Bulk protected. Bulk data cannot be received because of the setting in the Utility mode.
Can't undo. OK? When certain Song/Pattern Jobs are executed, internal memory becomes too full for use of the Undo operation.
Completed. The specified load, save, format, or other Job has been completed.
Device number is off. Bulk data cannot be transmitted/received since the device number is off.
Device number mismatch. Bulk data cannot be transmitted/received since the device numbers don’t match.
Edited data will be Prompts you to confirm whether or not to erase the edited data.
discarded.
Edits will be stored by Confirms whether or not you want to continue the Load operation. If you select yes, the current edits will be stored.
loading.
Edits will be stored by Confirms whether or not you want to continue the Save operation. If you select yes, the current edits will be stored.
saving.
Empty Favorite! Appears when you press the [FAVORITE] button with no program registered to the Favorite Category.
[SHIFT]+[FAVORITE] to add.
Executing… A format operation or Job is being executed. Please wait.
File already exists. A file having the same name as the one you are about to save already exists.
File not found. The file of the specified type cannot be found.
Folder is too deep. Directories below this level cannot be accessed.
Illegal file name. The specified file name is invalid. Try entering a different name.
Illegal file. The file specified for loading is unusable by this instrument or cannot be loaded in the current mode.
Illegal input. An invalid input or value has been specified. Check the input method or value.
Illegal measure. An invalid measure number has been specified in the Song/Pattern mode. Select the measure again.
Illegal phrase number. An invalid phrase number has been specified in the Pattern mode. Select the phrase again.
Illegal Track number. An invalid Track number has been specified in the Song/Pattern mode. Select the Track again.
Incompatible USB device A USB device which cannot be used with this instrument has been connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.
MIDI buffer full. Failed to process the MIDI data because too much data was received at one time.
MIDI checksum error. An error occurred when receiving bulk data.
MIDI data error. An error occurred when receiving MIDI data.
Mixing Voice full. The Mixing Voice cannot be stored because the number of Voices already stored has exceeded the maximum capacity.
No data. When a Song/Pattern Job is executed, the selected Track or range contains no data. Select an appropriate Track or range.
In addition, this message appears when a Job related to a Mixing Voice cannot be executed because the specified Mixing
Voice is not available.
No F7 (End of Exc.) Exclusive data has been entered or changed without the necessary “End of Exclusive” byte (F7). Make sure the F7
message is included.
No response from USB There is no response from the USB device connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.
device
Not empty folder You have attempted to delete a folder that contains data.
Now loading... Indicates that a file is being loaded.
Now saving... Indicates that a file is being saved.
Now working... Canceling the Load/Save operation, after the [EXIT] button has been pressed.
Overwrite? A save operation will overwrite data on the USB flash memory device, and this message confirms whether it is OK to
continue or not.
Part ** is used for Drum This message appears when the Part switches of all Parts are set to on, and the Drum Assign function uses Part ** for the
Assign. Drum Part in Performance mode. The ** mark indicates the Part number.
Part ** is used for Layer. This message appears when the Part switches of all Parts are set to on, and the Layer function uses Part ** for the Layer
Part in the Performance mode. The ** mark indicates the Part number.

Appendix
LCD indication Description

Part ** is used for Split. This message appears when the Part switches of all Parts are set to on, and the Split function uses Part ** for the Split Part
in the Performance mode. The ** mark indicates the Part number.
Phrase limit exceeded. The maximum number of Phrases (256) has been exceeded when recording, executing a Pattern Job, or editing.
Please keep power on. The data is being written to Flash ROM. Never attempt to turn off the power while data is being written to Flash ROM.
Turning the power off while this message is shown results in loss of all user data and may cause the system to freeze (due
to corruption of data in the Flash ROM). This may also result in this instrument being unable to properly start up the next
time the power is turned on.
Please reboot. Please restart this instrument.
Please stop sequencer. The operation you have attempted to execute cannot be done during Song/Pattern playback.
Quick Setup ** applied. Quick Setup ** has just been applied to this instrument. The ** mark indicates the Quick Setup number.
Read only file. You have attempted to delete, rename, or overwrite a read-only file.
Receiving MIDI bulk This instrument is receiving MIDI bulk data.
Scene & Arpeggio type The Song Scene and current Arpeggio type have been stored to one of the [SF1] – [SF6] buttons.
stored
Sequence memory full. The internal memory for Sequence data is full, preventing any further operation (such as recording, editing, Job execution,
MIDI reception/transmission, or loading from the external storage device). Try again after erasing unwanted Song, Pattern,
or User Phrase data.
Too many fixed notes When converting the Song or Pattern data to the Arpeggio data, the amount of different notes in the data to be converted
has exceeded sixteen.
Transmitting MIDI bulk This instrument is transmitting MIDI bulk data.
USB connection terminated. A break in the connection with the USB flash memory device has occurred because of an abnormal electric current.
Disconnect the device from the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal, then press the [ENTER] button.
USB device connecting Currently recognizing the USB flash memory device connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.
USB device full. The USB flash memory device is full and no more data can be saved. Use a new USB flash memory device, or make
space by erasing unwanted data from the USB flash memory device.
USB device not ready. A USB flash memory device is not properly inserted in or connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.
USB device read/write error. An error occurred while reading or writing to/from a USB flash memory device.
USB device write protected. The USB flash memory device is write protected, or you have attempted to write to read-only media.
Utility stored The settings in the Utility mode have been stored.

Appendix
Troubleshooting
No sound? Wrong sound? When a problem like this occurs, please check the following points before assuming that the product
is faulty. Many problems can be solved by executing the Factory Set operation (page 19), after backing up your data to an USB
flash memory device (page 57). If the problem persists, consult your Yamaha dealer.
No Sound.
 Is this instrument properly connected to related external equipment (e.g., amplifier, speaker, headphone) via audio cables?
Since this instrument has no built-in speakers, you will need an external audio system or a set of stereo headphones to properly
monitor it (page 17).
 Is the power of this synthesizer and any external equipment connected to it turned on?
 Have you made all the appropriate level settings—including the Master Volume on this instrument and the volume settings on any
connected external equipment?
If the Foot Controller is connected to the [FOOT CONTROLLER] jack, operate the Foot Controller and check the sound volume.
 Check the Local Control parameter in the Utility mode.
When this instrument is used by itself and this parameter is set to off, no sound is produced even if you play the keyboard.
[UTILITY]  [F6] MIDI  [SF2] SWITCH  “LocalCtrl”
 Check the Direct Monitor Switch parameter in the Utility mode.

When this instrument is used by itself and this parameter is set to off, no sound is produced even if you play the keyboard.
[UTILITY]  [F5] USB I/O  “DirectMonitorSw Part”
 When the Performance/Song/Pattern produces no sound, is the “ArpPlyOnly” parameter of each Part turned on?
When this parameter is turned on, the corresponding Part produces sound only via Arpeggio playback.
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Number [1] – [4]  [F1] VOICE  [SF2] MODE  “ArpPlyOnly?”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Number [1] – [16]  [F1] VOICE  [SF2] MODE  “ArpPlyOnly”
 Are the MIDI volume or MIDI expression settings too low when using the external controller?
 Are the effect and filter settings appropriate?
If you are using the filter, try changing the cutoff frequency. Some cutoff settings may filter out all of the sound.
[VOICE]  [F6] EFFECT
[PERFORM]  [F6] EFFECT
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [F6] EFFECT
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  Element/Key selection  [F3] FILTER
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F4] TONE  [SF1] FILTER
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F4] TONE  [SF1] FILTER
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [UTILITY]  [F2] SEQ  [SF2] FILTER
 Is “Vocoder” selected as the Insertion Effect Type of the Voice?

If so, set the parameters related to the AD Part and A/D INPUT connector to the appropriate values then play the keyboard while
speaking into the connected microphone. Check whether or not the A/D INPUT [GAIN] Knob on the rear panel is set to the minimum
position.
[VOICE]  [F6] EFFECT  [SF1] CONNECT  “InsEF Connect”
 Are the volume or expression settings too low?

[UTILITY]  [F1] GENERAL  [SF1] TG  “Volume”
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F2] OUTPUT  “Volume”
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  Element/Key selection  [F4] AMP  [SF1] LVL/PAN  “Level”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F2] OUT/MFX  [SF1] OUT  “Volume”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F2] OUTPUT  [SF1] VOL/PAN  “Volume”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F2] OUTPUT  [SF1] VOL/PAN  “Volume”
 Are the parameter settings such as Element Switch, Part Switch, Note Limit and Velocity Limit appropriate?
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  Element/Key selection  [F1] OSC  [SF1] WAVE  “ElementSw”
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  Element/Key selection  [F1] OSC  [SF3] LIMIT
[PERFORM]  [F2] VOICE
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F1] VOICE  [SF1] VOICE  “PartSw”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F1] VOICE  [SF3] LIMIT

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 When playing the keyboard in the Performance/Song/Pattern mode produces no sound, has a Voice been properly assigned to each
Part?
[PERFORM]  [F2] VOICE
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [F2] VOICE
 When Song/Pattern playback produces no sound, are the output channel of each Track in the play mode and the receive channel of
each Part in the Mixing mode set appropriately?
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [F3] TRACK
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F1] VOICE  [SF2] MODE  “ReceiveCh”
 When Song/Pattern playback produces no sound, is the Velocity Offset setting of the Groove appropriate?
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [F2] GROOVE  “VELO OFST”
No sound from the A/D INPUT jack

 Is the switch of the microphone turned on?
 Check the microphone type. Make sure to use a dynamic microphone.
 Is the cable between the microphone or audio equipment and this instrument properly connected?
 Is the A/D INPUT [GAIN] knob turned fully counter-clockwise (to the minimum)?
 Is the A/D INPUT [ON/OFF] button turned on?
 Check whether or not the connection status of the A/D INPUT [L]/[R] matches the “Mono/Stereo” parameter.
[VOICE]  [UTILITY]  [F3] VCE A/D  “Mono/Stereo”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F5] A/D IN  “Mono/Stereo”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F5] A/D IN  “Mono/Stereo”
 Check whether or not the “Mic/Line” parameter is set to the appropriate value.
When the output level of the connected equipment (such as a microphone, guitar, bass) is low, set this parameter to “mic.” When the
output level of the connected equipment (such as a synthesizer keyboard, CD player) is high, set this parameter to “line.”
[UTILITY]  [F1] GENERAL  [SF6] OTHER  Press [<] several times to call up the first page.  “Mic/Line”
 Are the volume settings of the A/D Input Part too low?
[VOICE]  [UTILITY]  [F3] VCE A/D  [SF1] OUTPUT  “Volume”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F5] A/D IN  [SF1] OUTPUT  “Volume”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F5] A/D IN  [SF1] OUTPUT  “Volume”
 Are the effect settings appropriate?

[VOICE]  [UTILITY]  [F3] VCE A/D
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F5] A/D IN
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F5] A/D IN
 Is the output setting of the A/D Input Part set appropriately?

[UTILITY]  [F4] USB I/O
 Check whether or not the Vocoder Effect is selected.

When Vocoder is selected as the Insertion Effect for the current Voice or for Part 1 of the current Performance/Song/Pattern, the audio
signal input from the A/D INPUT jacks may produce no sound depending on the parameter settings.
[VOICE]  [F6] EFFECT  “Ins EF Connect”
Playback continues without stopping.

 When the ARP [ON/OFF] button is turned on, press it so that its lamp is turned off.
 When in the Song mode or Pattern mode, press the [J] (Stop) button.
 When the click sound continues, check the following parameter setting. Set this parameter to something other than “all” because this
setting always plays back the click sound regardless of the sequencer status.
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [UTILITY]  [F2] SEQ  [SF1] CLICK  “Mode”
Distorted sound.
 Are the effect settings appropriate?
Use of an effect at certain settings may produce distortion.
[VOICE]  [F6] EFFECT
[PERFORM]  [F6] EFFECT
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [F6] EFFECT

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 Are the filter settings appropriate?

Excessively high filter resonance settings can cause distortion.
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  Element/Key selection  [F3] FILTER
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F4] TONE  [SF1] FILTER
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F4] TONE  [SF1] FILTER
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [UTILITY]  [F2] SEQ  [SF2] FILTER
 Are any of the following volume parameters set so high that clipping is occurring?
[UTILITY]  [F1] GENERAL  [SF1] TG  “Volume”
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F2] OUTPUT  Volume
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  Element/Key selection  [F4] AMP  [SF1] LVL/PAN  “Level”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F2] OUT/MFX  [SF1] OUT  “Volume”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F2] OUTPUT  [SF1] VOL/PAN  “Volume”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F2] OUTPUT  [SF1] VOL/PAN  “Volume”
Sound is cut off.

 Is the entire amount of notes played (via your keyboard playback and Song/Pattern/Arpeggio playback) exceeding the maximum
polyphony of this instrument?
Only one note sounds at a time.

 When this situation occurs, the Mono/Poly parameter in the current mode is set to “mono.” If you wish to play chords, set this parameter
to “poly.”
[VOICE]  [F4] PORTA  “Mono/Poly”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F1] VOICE  [SF2] MODE  “Mono/Poly”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F1] VOICE  [SF2] MODE  “Mono/Poly”
Pitch or intervals are wrong.

 Is the Master Tune parameter in the Utility mode set to a value other than “0”?
[UTILITY]  [F1] GENERAL  [SF1] TG  “Tune”
 Is the Note Shift parameter in the Utility mode set to a value other than “0”?
[UTILITY]  [F1] GENERAL  [SF1] TG  “NoteShift”
 When the Voice produces a wrong pitch, is the appropriate tuning system selected from Micro Tuning parameter in the Voice Edit
mode?
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F1] GENERAL  [SF2] PLY MODE  “M. Tuning No.”
 When the Voice produces a wrong pitch, is the LFO Pitch Modulation Depth in the Voice Edit mode set too high?
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  Element/Key selection  [F5] LFO  “PMod”
 When the Performance/Song/Pattern produces a wrong pitch, are the Note Shift and Detune parameters of each Part set to a value other
than “0”?
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F4] TONE  [SF1] TUNE
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F4] TONE  [SF1] TUNE
 When the Song/Pattern playback produces a wrong pitch, is the Note Offset parameter in the Groove display set to a value other than “0”?
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [F2] GROOVE  “NOTE OFST”
No effect is applied.
 Check the on/off status of the EFFECT [INSERTION]/[SYSTEM]/[MASTER] button.
 Is the Reverb Send or Chorus Send set to a value other than “0”?
[VOICE]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F2] OUTPUT  “ChoSend” / “RevSend”
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  [COMMON]  [F2] OUT/MFX  [SF1] OUT  “ChoSend” / “RevSend”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F2] OUTPUT  [SF1] VOL/PAN  “ChoSend” / “RevSend”
 Have any or all of the Elements’ Insertion Effect Output parameters been set to “thru” in the effect setting display in the Voice Edit
mode?
[VOICE]  [F6] EFFECT  [SF1] CONNECT  “EL: OUT 1-8”

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 Have any or all of the effect types been set to “thru” or “off”?
 When this occurs in the Performance mode/Song mode/Pattern mode, check whether the Insertion Switch (INS SW) parameters are
set properly or not.
[PERFORM]  [F6] EFFECT  [SF2] INS SW
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  [MIXING]  [F3] EFFECT  [SF2] INS SW
The Edit Indicator appears, even when parameters are not being edited.
 Keep in mind that even though the Edit mode is not active, simply moving a Knob/Slider or playing back the Song/Pattern changes the
current Voice, Performance, or Mixing, causing the Edit Indicator to appear.
Cannot start the Arpeggio.

 Check whether the ARP [ON/OFF] button is turned on or off.
 When a User Arpeggio type is selected, does the currently selected Arpeggio actually contain data?
 Are the Arpeggio related parameters such as Note Limit and Velocity Limit set appropriately?
[VOICE]  ARP [EDIT]  [F4] LIMIT
[PERFORM]  ARP [EDIT]  [F4] LIMIT
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  ARP [EDIT]  [F4] LIMIT
 When this situation occurs in the Performance/Song/Pattern mode, check the Arpeggio Switch parameter.
If this parameter for the current Part is set to off, Arpeggio playback will not be triggered by your keyboard performance even if the
ARP [ON/OFF] button is turned on.
[PERFORM]  ARP [EDIT]  [F3] MAIN  Part selection  “Switch”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  ARP [EDIT]  [F3] MAIN  Part selection  “Switch”
 Is the MIDI Sync parameter set to “internal” or “auto” (using internal clock)?
[UTILITY]  [F5] MIDI  [SF3] SYNC  “MIDI Sync” = “auto” or “internal”
Cannot stop the Arpeggio.

 When Arpeggio playback does not stop even if you release the key, set the Arpeggio Hold parameter to “off.”
[VOICE]  ARP [EDIT]  [F3] MAIN  “Hold”
[PERFORM]  ARP [EDIT]  [F3] MAIN  Part selection  “Hold”
[SONG]/[PATTERN]  ARP [EDIT]  [F3] MAIN  Part selection  “Hold”
The Voice assigned to the Performance produces a different sound from the one in the Voice mode.
 This is normal because the Voice sound is determined by the parameter settings in the Performance mode.
To solve this problem, you will need to apply the same parameter settings as those used in the Voice mode via the following three
steps.
1. Set the “P.WithVce” (Parameter With Voice) parameter to “on” for a certain Part then reselect the same Voice. The settings of some
Voice Common parameters will be applied to the Performance Part.
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Number [1] – [4]  [F1] VOICE  [SF1] VOICE  “P.WithVce”
2. Execute the Voice Copy Job in the Performance Job mode.

This Job copies the System Effect, Master Effect and Master EQ settings in the Voice mode to the Performance Common
parameters.
[PERFORM]  [JOB]  [F3] COPY  [SF2] VOICE
3. Set the Reverb Send Level and Chorus Send Level to the desired value (same as in the Voice mode) manually.
[PERFORM]  [EDIT]  Part selection  [F2] OUTPUT  [SF2] EF SEND
The Song/Pattern cannot be started even when pressing the [F] (Play) button.
 Does the selected Song or Pattern (phrase) actually contain data?
 Is the [DAW REMOTE] button turned on?
 Is the MIDI Sync parameter set to “internal” or “auto” (using internal clock)?
[UTILITY]  [F5] MIDI  [SF3] SYNC  “MIDI Sync” = “auto” or “internal”

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Song/Pattern (Phrase) cannot be recorded.

 Is there enough free memory for recording?
The total memory capacity determines the number of Songs/Patterns (phrases) that can be recorded. For example, if the memory
contains Songs/Patterns (phrases) that use up a large amount of memory, the memory may become full even though the available
Pattern or Song numbers are not all used.
Cannot enter the Pattern Job mode/Pattern Mixing mode even when pressing the [JOB] button in the
Pattern mode.
 Check whether the instrument is in the Pattern Chain mode or not.
If so, exit from the Pattern Chain mode, then press the [JOB] button or [MIXING] button.
The drum sound is wrong or unexpected when changing the transpose value in the Song/Pattern Play
mode.
 This is normal. Changing the transpose setting while playing a Drum Voice will produce different sounds for the same keys played.
Data communication between the computer and this instrument does not work properly.
 Check whether the Port settings on the computer are appropriate or not.
 Check whether or not the MIDI IN/OUT parameter is set to the appropriate value.
[UTILITY]  [F6] MIDI  [SF4] OTHER  “MIDI IN/OUT”
 This problem may be solved by reducing the computer load. To do this, set the USB Audio Output Channel to “2ch” in the following
display. If the setting is changed in the display, press the [ENTER] button and then restart the instrument.
[UTILITY]  [F5] USB I/O  [SF1] OUT CH
The sound is not produced properly even when playing back the Song data on the computer or the MIDI
instrument connected to this instrument.
 Make sure to set this instrument to the Song mode or Pattern mode.
The Voice mode or Performance mode may not produce the proper sound even when playing back Song data on the MIDI
instrument or the computer connected to this instrument.
MIDI bulk data transmission/reception does not work properly.

 Is the Receive Bulk parameter set to on?
[UTILITY]  [F6] MIDI  [SF2] SWITCH  “RcvBulk”
 When receiving MIDI bulk data transmitted via the Bulk Dump function and recorded to the external MIDI device, you need to set the
MIDI Device Number to the same value as when transmitting.
[UTILITY]  [F5] MIDI  [SF1] CH  “DeviceNo”
 When transmission does not work properly, is the device number of the MIDI instrument connected to this instrument set to match the
Device Number Parameter in the Utility mode?
[UTILITY]  [F5] MIDI  [SF1] CH  “DeviceNo”
Cannot save data to the external USB flash memory device

 Is the USB flash memory device being used write protected? (Write-protect should be set to off for saving data.)
 Is the USB flash memory device being used properly formatted?
[FILE]  [F1] CONFIG  [SF2] FORMAT
Cannot enter the Edit mode

 Is Category Search turned on?
Turn off Category Search then press the [EDIT] button.

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About the accessory disk

SPECIAL NOTICE
• The software included in the accessory disk and the copyrights thereof are under exclusive ownership by Steinberg Media
Technologies GmbH.
• Copying of the software or reproduction of this manual in whole or in part by any means is expressly forbidden without the
written consent of the manufacturer.
• Yamaha makes no representations or warranties with regard to the use of the software and documentation and cannot be held
responsible for the results of the use of this manual and the software.
• This disk is NOT for audio/visual purposes. Do not attempt to play the disk on an audio/visual CD/DVD player. Doing so may
result in irreparable damage to your player.
• Note that Yamaha does not offer technical support for the DAW software in the accessory disk.
About the DAW software in the accessory disk

The accessory disk contains DAW software both for Windows and Macintosh.
NOTE
• Make sure to install DAW software under the “Administrator” account.
• In order to have continuous use of the DAW software in the accessory disk, including support and other benefits, you will need to register the software
and activate your software license by starting the software while the computer is connected to the Internet. Click the “Register Now” button shown when
the software is started, then fill in all required fields for registration. If you do not register the software, you will be unable to use it after a limited period of
time expires.
• If you are using a Macintosh computer, double-click the “***.mpkg” file to start installation.
For information about the minimum system requirements and latest information on the software in the disk, check the web site
below.
About software support

Support for the DAW software in the accessory disk is provided by Steinberg on its website at the following address.
http://www.steinberg.net
You can visit the Steinberg site also via the Help menu of the included DAW software. (The Help menu also includes the PDF
manual and other information on the software.)

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Specifications
Keyboards MOX8 88 keys, GHS keyboard (Initial Touch)
MOX6 61 keys, semi-weighted keyboard (Initial Touch)
Tone Generator Tone Generator AWM2, with Expanded Articulation
block Polyphony 64 notes
Multi-timbral Capacity 16 parts (Internal), A/D input part
Wave 355MB (when converted to 16-bit linear format), 2,670 waveforms
Voice Preset: 1,024 Normal Voices + 64 Drum Kits
GM: 128 Normal Voices + 1 Drum Kit
User: 128 x 3 (selected and copied from Preset bank), Normal Voice + 32 Drum Kits
Performance User: 128 x 2 (up to 4 parts)
Filter 18 types
Effect System Reverb x 9 types, Chorus x 22 types, Insertion (A, B) x 54 types x 3 parts, Vocoder x 1 (uses
both Insertion Effect A and B blocks), Master Effect x 9 types, Master EQ (5 bands), Part EQ
(3 bands, stereo)
Sequencer Note Capacity Approx. 226,000 notes
block Note Resolution 480 ppq (parts per quarter note)
Maximum Polyphony 124 notes
Tempo (BPM) 5 – 300
Recording type Real time replace, Real time overdub (with the exception of the Pattern Chain), Real time
punch in/out (Song only), Step (with the exception of the Pattern Chain)
Tracks Pattern: 16 Phrase Tracks
Pattern Chain: Pattern Track, Tempo Track, Scene Track
Song: 16 sequence Tracks (Loop on/off can be set for each Track), Tempo Track, Scene Track
Patterns 64 Patterns (x 16 sections)
Measures: 256 maximum
Phrases User Phrases: 256 per Pattern
Songs 64 Songs
Mixing Voices: 16 Voices per Song and up to 256 Voices for all Patterns
Mixing Templates: 32 for all Songs and Patterns
Arpeggio Preset: 6,720 types
User: 256 types
(MIDI Sync, MIDI transmit/receive channel, Velocity Limit, and Note Limit can be set.)
Scene Memory 5 per Song

Sequence Format Original format, SMF format 0, 1 (Format 1 load only)
Others Master User:128
(Each master includes Master keyboard settings with 4 Zones, Assignable Knob/Slider settings, Program Change
table.)
Sequence Software For Windows®: Cubase 5.5, SONAR 8

compatible with the For Macintosh®: Cubase 5.5, Logic 9, Digital Performer 6, 7
Remote Control function (Functions to be controlled differ depending on the software.)
Controllers Pitch Bend wheel, Modulation wheel, Assignable Knob x 8, [DATA] dial x 1,
Assignable Function buttons x 2
Display 240 x 64 dot, backlit LCD
Connectors OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] (standard phone jack), A/D INPUT [L]/[R] (standard phone jack),
[PHONES] (standard stereo phone jack), [FOOT CONTROLLER], FOOT SWITCH
[ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN], MIDI [IN]/[OUT]/[THRU], USB [TO HOST]/[TO DEVICE], DC IN
Power Consumption 10W
Dimensions, Weight MOX6: 1030 (W) x 358 (D) x 125 (H) mm, 7.0 kg
MOX8: 1320 (W) x 405 (D) x 168 (H) mm, 14.8 kg
Accessories AC adaptor (PA-150 or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha), USB cable, Owner’s Manual
(this book), Online Manual CD-ROM x 1 (containing Reference Manual, Synthesizer
Parameter Manual, and Data List), DVD-ROM x 1 (containing DAW software)
Specifications and descriptions in this owner’s manual are for information purposes only. Yamaha Corp. reserves the right to change or modify products or
specifications at any time without prior notice. Since specifications, equipment or options may not be the same in every locale, please check with your
Yamaha dealer.

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Index
A [FOOT CONTROLLER] jack ....................................................16

A/D INPUT [GAIN] knob ......................................................... 12 FOOT SWITCH [ASSIGNABLE]/[SUSTAIN] jacks ...................16
A/D INPUT [L] and [R] jacks ............................................. 16, 36 Format .....................................................................................58
A/D INPUT [ON/OFF] button ................................................... 12
accessory disk ........................................................................ 67 G
ARP [EDIT] button ............................................................. 13, 29 GM Bank ..................................................................................24
ARP [ON/OFF] button ....................................................... 13, 26 GM Voice .................................................................................24
Arpeggio ........................................................................... 26, 33 Group [A] – [H] buttons ...........................................................14
ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [1]/[2] buttons ............................... 12
Audio channels ....................................................................... 51 H
audio equipment ..................................................................... 36 Headphones ............................................................................17
B I
BANK SELECT [DEC]/[INC] buttons ....................................... 14 [INC] button .......................................................................14, 20
C K
[CATEGORY SEARCH] button .......................................... 14, 25 Key Edit ...................................................................................28
CHAR ...................................................................................... 21 Keyboard .................................................................................12
Click ........................................................................................ 56 Knob Function button ........................................................12, 27
[COMMON] button .................................................................. 14 KNOB FUNCTION pop-up window .........................................27
Common Edit .......................................................................... 28 Knobs ................................................................................12, 27
Compare function ................................................................... 28
Connect (Computer) ............................................................... 50 L
Connect (External MIDI Instrument) ....................................... 49 Layer .......................................................................................30
Cubase ................................................................... 8, 53, 54, 68 [LAYER] button ........................................................................14
Cursor buttons .................................................................. 14, 20 LCD .........................................................................................13
LCD status ...............................................................................56
D [LEVEL] meter .........................................................................12
[DATA] dial ....................................................................... 14, 20 [LEVEL] meter button ..............................................................12
[DAW LEVEL] slider ................................................................ 12 Load ........................................................................................57
[DAW REMOTE] button ..................................................... 13, 53 Logic Pro ...........................................................................53, 68
DAW software ......................................................................... 52
DC IN connector ..................................................................... 16 M
[DEC] button ..................................................................... 14, 20 Master Effect ...........................................................................56
Demo Pattern .......................................................................... 44 Master EQ ................................................................................56
Demo Song ............................................................................. 18 Master mode ...........................................................................55
Digital Performer ............................................................... 53, 68 MASTER VOLUME .............................................................12, 18
Display Messages .................................................................. 60 microphone .............................................................................36
Drum Assign ........................................................................... 31 MIDI [IN] / [OUT] / [THRU] terminals .......................................16
[DRUM ASSIGN] button .......................................................... 14 MIDI channels .........................................................................51
Drum Voice ............................................................................. 24 MIDI ports ................................................................................51
MIDI Receive Channel .............................................................49
E MIDI Transmit Channel ............................................................49
Edit Indicator ........................................................................... 27 Mixing ................................................................................38, 43
Effect ................................................................................. 28, 56 Mixing template .......................................................................43
EFFECT buttons ...................................................................... 13 [MODE] buttons .......................................................................14
Element Edit ............................................................................ 28 Modes ......................................................................................22
[ENTER] button ....................................................................... 14 Modulation wheel ....................................................................12
[EXIT] button ........................................................................... 14 MOX6/MOX8 Editor .................................................................54
Mute ..................................................................................32, 38
F [MUTE] button .........................................................................15
[F1] – [F6] (Function) buttons ........................................... 13, 20
Factory Settings ...................................................................... 19 N
[FAVORITE] button ........................................................... 14, 25 Naming ....................................................................................21
Favorite Category ................................................................... 25 Normal Voice ...........................................................................24
File Mode ................................................................................ 57 NUM ........................................................................................20
Number [1] – [16] buttons .......................................................15

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O U
OCTAVE [-] and [+] buttons ............................................. 12, 26 USB [TO DEVICE] terminal ......................................................58
OUTPUT [L/MONO] and [R] jacks .......................................... 16 USB [TO HOST] terminal .........................................................51
USB flash memory device .................................................57, 58
P USB terminals ..........................................................................16
Part .......................................................................................... 32 User Banks ..............................................................................24
Pattern ..................................................................................... 34 User Phrase .......................................................................45, 46
Pattern Chain .......................................................................... 47 Utility mode ..............................................................................56
Pattern mode .......................................................................... 44
Pattern Patch display .............................................................. 46 V
Pattern Play ............................................................................. 44 Vocoder ...................................................................................37
[PATTERN SECTION/PERFORMANCE CONTROL] button .... 15 Voice Edit ................................................................................27
Performance Creator ........................................................ 14, 30 Voice mode .............................................................................24
Performance Edit .................................................................... 34 Voice Play ................................................................................24
Performance Mode ................................................................. 32
Performance Play .................................................................... 32 Y
[PHONES] (Headphone) jack ................................................. 16 Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver ................................................50
Pitch Bend wheel .................................................................... 12
Power On Mode ...................................................................... 56
Power supply .......................................................................... 17
Preset Banks ........................................................................... 24
Punch In/Out ........................................................................... 41
Q
Quick Setup ............................................................................ 52
R
Realtime Recording .......................................................... 38, 40
Record (Pattern) ..................................................................... 45
Record (Performance) ............................................................ 34
Record (Song) ........................................................................ 39
Remote Control ....................................................................... 53
S
Save ........................................................................................ 57
Section .................................................................................... 35
Section Length ........................................................................ 35
SEQ TRANSPORT button .................................................. 13, 18
[SF1] – [SF6] (Sub Function) buttons ............................... 13, 20
[SHIFT] button ......................................................................... 14
Shift Function List .................................................................... 59
Solo ................................................................................... 33, 38
[SOLO] button ......................................................................... 15
SONAR .............................................................................. 53, 68
Song ........................................................................................ 34
Song mode ............................................................................. 38
Speaker ................................................................................... 17
Split ......................................................................................... 30
[SPLIT] button ......................................................................... 14
Standby/On switch .................................................................. 16
Step Recording ................................................................. 38, 39
Store .................................................................................. 28, 43
T
Track ....................................................................................... 38
[TRACK] button ....................................................................... 15
TRANSPOSE [-] and [+] buttons ...................................... 13, 26
Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 62

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representative or the authorized distributor listed below. Niederlassung und bei Yamaha Vertragshändlern in den jeweiligen
Bestimmungsländern erhältlich.
Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou
au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans la liste suivante. Para detalles sobre productos, contacte su tienda Yamaha más
cercana o el distribuidor autorizado que se lista debajo.
NORTH AMERICA THE NETHERLANDS/ ASIA

BELGIUM/LUXEMBOURG
CANADA Yamaha Music Europe Branch Benelux THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. Clarissenhof 5-b, 4133 AB Vianen, The Netherlands Yamaha Music & Electronics (China) Co.,Ltd.
135 Milner Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario, Tel: 0347-358 040 2F, Yunhedasha, 1818 Xinzha-lu, Jingan-qu,
M1S 3R1, Canada Shanghai, China
Tel: 416-298-1311 FRANCE Tel: 021-6247-2211
Yamaha Music Europe
U.S.A. 7 rue Ambroise Croizat, Zone d'activités Pariest, HONG KONG
Yamaha Corporation of America 77183 Croissy-Beaubourg, France Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.
6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620, Tel: 01-64-61-4000 11/F., Silvercord Tower 1, 30 Canton Road,
U.S.A. Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: 714-522-9011 ITALY Tel: 2737-7688
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH, Branch Italy
Viale Italia 88, 20020 Lainate (Milano), Italy INDIA
CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Tel: 02-935-771 Yamaha Music India Pvt. Ltd.
Spazedge building, Ground Floor, Tower A, Sector
MEXICO SPAIN/PORTUGAL 47, Gurgaon- Sohna Road, Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Yamaha de México S.A. de C.V. Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Ibérica, Sucursal Tel: 0124-485-3300
Calz. Javier Rojo Gómez #1149, en España
Col. Guadalupe del Moral Ctra. de la Coruna km. 17, 200, 28230 INDONESIA
C.P. 09300, México, D.F., México Las Rozas (Madrid), Spain PT. Yamaha Musik Indonesia (Distributor)
Tel: 55-5804-0600 Tel: 91-639-8888 PT. Nusantik
Gedung Yamaha Music Center, Jalan Jend. Gatot
BRAZIL GREECE Subroto Kav. 4, Jakarta 12930, Indonesia
Yamaha Musical do Brasil Ltda. Philippos Nakas S.A. The Music House Tel: 021-520-2577
Rua Joaquim Floriano, 913 - 4' andar, Itaim Bibi, 147 Skiathou Street, 112-55 Athens, Greece
CEP 04534-013 Sao Paulo, SP. BRAZIL Tel: 01-228 2160
KOREA
Tel: 011-3704-1377 Yamaha Music Korea Ltd.
SWEDEN 8F, 9F, Dongsung Bldg. 158-9 Samsung-Dong,
ARGENTINA Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Germany filial Kangnam-Gu, Seoul, Korea
Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A. Scandinavia Tel: 02-3467-3300
Sucursal de Argentina J. A. Wettergrens Gata 1, Box 30053
Olga Cossettini 1553, Piso 4 Norte S-400 43 Göteborg, Sweden
MALAYSIA
Madero Este-C1107CEK Tel: 031 89 34 00 Yamaha Music (Malaysia) Sdn., Bhd.
Buenos Aires, Argentina Lot 8, Jalan Perbandaran, 47301 Kelana Jaya,
Tel: 011-4119-7000 DENMARK Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH, Tyskland – filial Tel: 03-78030900
PANAMA AND OTHER LATIN Denmark
AMERICAN COUNTRIES/ PHILIPPINES
Generatorvej 6A, DK-2730 Herlev, Denmark
CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES Yupangco Music Corporation
Tel: 44 92 49 00
339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue, P.O. Box 885 MCPO,
Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A. FINLAND Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
Torre Banco General, Piso 7, Urbanización Marbella, F-Musiikki Oy Tel: 819-7551
Calle 47 y Aquilino de la Guardia, Kluuvikatu 6, P.O. Box 260,
Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá SINGAPORE
SF-00101 Helsinki, Finland
Tel: +507-269-5311 Yamaha Music (Asia) PRIVATE LIMITED
Tel: 09 618511 Blk 202 Hougang Street 21, #02-00,
NORWAY Singapore 530202, Singapore
EUROPE Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Germany - Tel: 6747-4374
THE UNITED KINGDOM/IRELAND Norwegian Branch TAIWAN
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH (UK) Grini Næringspark 1, N-1345 Østerås, Norway Yamaha KHS Music Co., Ltd.
Sherbourne Drive, Tilbrook, Milton Keynes, Tel: 67 16 77 70 3F, #6, Sec.2, Nan Jing E. Rd. Taipei.
MK7 8BL, England ICELAND Taiwan 104, R.O.C.
Tel: 01908-366700 Skifan HF Tel: 02-2511-8688
GERMANY Skeifan 17 P.O. Box 8120, IS-128 Reykjavik, Iceland THAILAND
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Tel: 525 5000 Siam Music Yamaha Co., Ltd.
Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany RUSSIA 4, 6, 15 and 16th floor, Siam Motors Building,
Tel: 04101-3030 Yamaha Music (Russia) 891/1 Rama 1 Road, Wangmai,
SWITZERLAND/LIECHTENSTEIN Room 37, bld. 7, Kievskaya street, Moscow, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH 121059, Russia Tel: 02-215-2622
Branch Switzerland in Zürich Tel: 495 626 5005 OTHER ASIAN COUNTRIES
Seefeldstrasse 94, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES Yamaha Corporation,
Tel: 044-387-8080 Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Asia-Pacific Sales & Marketing Group
AUSTRIA Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu,
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Branch Austria Tel: +49-4101-3030 Japan 430-8650
Schleiergasse 20, A-1100 Wien, Austria Tel: +81-53-460-2313
Tel: 01-60203900 AFRICA
CZECH REPUBLIC/HUNGARY/ Yamaha Corporation, OCEANIA
ROMANIA/SLOVAKIA/SLOVENIA Asia-Pacific Sales & Marketing Group AUSTRALIA
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, Yamaha Music Australia Pty. Ltd.
Branch Austria (Central Eastern Europe Office) Japan 430-8650 Level 1, 99 Queensbridge Street, Southbank,
Schleiergasse 20, A-1100 Wien, Austria Tel: +81-53-460-2313 Victoria 3006, Australia
Tel: 01-602039025 Tel: 3-9693-5111
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Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Music Works LTD
Branch Sp.z o.o. Oddzial w Polsce
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Yamaha Music Europe GmbH P.O.BOX 6246 Wellesley, Auckland 4680,
ul. 17 Stycznia 56, PL-02-146 Warszawa, Poland New Zealand
Tel: 022-500-2925 Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel: 04101-3030 Tel: 9-634-0099
BULGARIA COUNTRIES AND TRUST
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OTHER COUNTRIES
Yamaha Music Gulf FZE TERRITORIES IN PACIFIC OCEAN
Bul.Iskarsko Schose 7 Targowski Zentar Ewropa Yamaha Corporation,
1528 Sofia, Bulgaria LOB 16-513, P.O.Box 17328, Jubel Ali,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates Asia-Pacific Sales & Marketing Group
Tel: 02-978-20-25 Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu,
Tel: +971-4-881-5868
MARTA Japan 430-8650
Olimpus Music Ltd. Tel: +81-53-460-2313
The Emporium, Level 3, St. Louis Street Msida
MSD06
Tel: 02133-2144
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Yamaha Web Site (English)
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Owner’s Manual

2 MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment

[For business users in the European Union]

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual 3

glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any openings. If

• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or

4 MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual

 About functions/data bundled with the instrument

 About this manual

About the latest Firmware Version

MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual 5

Seamless music production with Cubase

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Using the MOX6/MOX8 Manuals

• Owner’s Manual (this book)

• Reference Manual (this PDF document)

• Synthesizer Parameter Manual (PDF document)

• Data List (PDF document)

How to use the PDF manuals

MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual 7

 Easy-to-use user interface

 Comprehensive sequencer for creating Songs and Patterns

 Responsive, expressive keyboard

 Stereo A/D INPUT [L]/[R] jacks

 USB Audio/MIDI interface

 Integration with Cubase

 Master Keyboard function

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MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual 9

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MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual 11

1 Keyboard 9 [LEVEL] meter

2 Pitch Bend wheel

4 [MASTER VOLUME] slider (page 18) ! Knob Function 2 button

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& ARP [ON/OFF] button (page 26) C

A SEQ TRANSPORT button (page 18)

[P] (Top) button

[G] (Reverse) button

[H] (Forward) button

[REC] (Record) button

[J] (Stop) button

MOX6/MOX8 Owner’s Manual 13

E F G according to a hierarchical structure. Press this button to exit

E [CATEGORY SEARCH] button (page 25)

L [EXIT] button R [COMMON] button

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S T [MUTE] button (page 38)

[13] – [16] Setting the Arpeggio Hold for Performance Parts 1 – 4.

In the Pattern mode, turning on this button will assign

Number [1] – [16] buttons

Functions of the Number [1] – [16] buttons

Drum Voice – Changes the Edit mode from – – –

Master Play – Keyboard transmit channel setting – – Master program

Master Edit – Changes the Edit mode from – – –

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