Elevate Expression Everywhere

Built for working pianists, the 88-key MODX M8 synthesizer delivers exceptional sound, expressive control, streamlined workflow, and realistic graded-hammer action in a compact, lightweight design. Featuring three engines that create a stunning variety of sounds, as well as shared DNA from our flagship MONTAGE M, MODX M elevates expression everywhere.

Features

AN-X ENGINE

Integrated into the Motion Control system, the AN-X Engine allows you to create expressive, unique analog sounds.

AWM2

Experience realism and detail with the MODX M Advanced Wave Memory (AWM2). Offering up to 128 Elements per Part, AWM2 allows for more layers and articulations, giving you an expansive canvas for sound creation, especially for “nameable” sounds such as piano and strings.

268 NOTES TOTAL POLYPHONY

MODX M offers up to 268 notes of polyphony across its three engines:

• 128 notes for AWM2 Preset and User Waveform Parts
• 128 notes for FM-X Parts (12 notes for AN-X Parts)

DEDICATED PART AND SCENE CONTROL

You’ll find dedicated Part and Scene Selection buttons to control 8 Parts per Performance. Particularly beneficial for live performances, this intuitive control improves overall usability and adds dimension to each Performance.

HIGH RESOLUTION CONTROL

The MODX M Knobs, Super Knob, Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, and Sound Engine – are now High Resolution. Because of the fine resolution, you’ll find the MODX M performs smoother than its predecessors.

MOTION CONTROL SYNTHESIS ENGINE

Experience a new level of sound design with this groundbreaking engine. You’ll interact with sound like never before using powerful tools such as:

• Motion Sequences – dynamically automate synth and effect parameters, all perfectly in sync with your tempo
• Super Knob – control dozens of modulations with a single gesture
• Envelope Follower – shape your sound using input from the A/D or another Part

EXPANDED SOFTSYNTH PLUGIN (ESP)

Free for all registered MODX M owners, the Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP) replicates MODX M in your favorite Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). ESP lets you to create, edit and mix performances anywhere you happen to be – without the hardware – offering an unprecedented level of stage and studio integration.

*ESP for MODX M will be available from JAN 2026.

FASTER, MORE INTUITIVE NAVIGATION

Upgraded navigation enables quick, intuitive sound editing and operation. You’ll find features like a color touch screen, 6 display knobs, and Stereo A/D input with 2 insertion effects.

USB MIDI 2.0 AND MULTICHANNEL AUDIO INTERFACE

Simplifying your studio setup, MODX M offers a USB MIDI and multichannel 10 output/4 input audio interface in 44.1kHz. Streamline MIDI recording, virtual instrument monitoring, and multi-track audio recording through a single USB cable, so you can spend more time being creative. MIDI 2.0 delivers high resolution data for note velocity, Super Knob, pitch bend, modulation.

CUBASE AI

Cubase AI provides the basic tools for recording, editing and mixing - from the initial idea to the final masterpiece. It’s the perfect entry into the world of Digital Audio Workstations (DAW), offering powerful, yet easy-to-use software tools for all genres.