Roland supply a software editor on cd with the fantom x, plus a basic librarian. The motif rack ships with a cd containing audio demos of the plg plugins, plus various application softwares. Confused to buy motif es or xs read this true story. Only use this software with fantom x6,7,8, and xr units running version 2.
If i didnt go all software and was doing it all again, id probably go with the fantom. When compared to its rivals roland fantomx and korg triton the major disadvantage is the userinterface, as mentioned above. Motifrack es voice editor for windows 7 vista xp henceforth referred to as editor is a software program that gives you exceptionally convenient and intuitive editing of the various sound and effect parameters of the motifrack es. Financially speaking, it wont be much more expensive than to buy either fx8 or es8. Whats the differences between motif rack es and the new xs. Motif uses breakthrough technology and data science to build. Patch king sounds for yamaha motif, motif es, motif xs, motif rack and s90 are your best upgrade value. I dont remember if the motif classic had the same waveform list as the cs6x, expanded upon it with compatibility, or replaced it in an incompatible way.
The motif just looks too hard to use, small screen, too many menus. As well as the requisite yamaha usb drivers, there are various voice editors voice editor for motif rack, editors for each of the plg plugins, and a sequencer, sq01. Yamaha tone generator model motifrack midi implementation chart function. Roland xv 5050 vs fantom xr future producers forums. If your daw software is not compatible with studio connections, yamaha bundle cubase ai a cutdown version of cubase 4 with the xs, so the full studio connections experience is a mere program installation away. Its functionality has been embedded to the performance and mix editors of es and xs series but is still free as it works even with the demo version of the products. The motif pianos have a sorrt of ep feel to them, and the fantoms strings are much better. The motifrack xs editor standalone vst, based on the vst3 technology by steinberg, works as a vst3 plugin with cubase daw application. Yamaha motif rack es vs roland fantom xr keys, synths. Brass, woodwinds the patchman music motifrack xs volume 1 wind controller soundbank contains 128 patches programmed by wind controller expert matt traum an experienced wind synthesist and sound designer.
Im buying a fantom for the ease of use 1st, sounds 2nd. I sold the rack es because my software programs were profoundly better than the es. I have to say though the motif sounds are good, the fantoms are better, especislly the pianos and strings. When compared to its rivals roland fantomx and korg triton. With the most advanced synthesis on the market, es racks 128 note polyphony, 16 part mix architecture and 32 multi libraries insure you have the all the flexibility you need. I would have to say that i use them for quite different purposes. Download extended version of motif xs instrument definition for cakewalk 9 with note names for motif xs rack download sonarcakewalk. Firmware software updates documents and data yamaha motor canada find a dealer authorized online dealers dealer locator about yamaha corporate information corporate profile video recruitment. Rolands user interface is generally more user friendly, and my motif es was a bit frustrating in the beginning to get a handle on. Motif es rack vs fantom xr rack future producers forums. The 128mb internal wave rom includes expressive new patches like an 88key split piano, plus room for six srx expansions. I have owned a motif es since the month it came out to about a month ago and demod a fantom. Download via our free email delivery and get your new motif patches today. There was a guy playing a yamaha motif es right next to me, and that thing sounds awesome.
The original motif uses scsi yuck or sm cards only. If there are any more keyboards that would be good to consider, let me know. Roland fantom vs triton le avid pro audio community. Fantom x6 fantom x7 fantom x8 fantomxr fantom xa srx03 fantom s fantom s88. The yamaha motifrack es is a midi sound module for use with a midi keyboard or otherwise. Sound libraries cover everything from film scores and sound design to rap and pop. The fantomx competes with the korg tritontriton extreme, the yamaha motif es. I would add to your watch list the yamaha motif es series. This dvd covers everything from the back, hooking up cables, to the front, how the butons and konbs work, so you can operate it just the way you want. If i am looking for something trancelike or dance oriented, i go right to yamaha. I can buy a motif rack for the sounds, when it comes out. The motif easily has the best sounds, and not only does the rack have every sound the keyboard has, it also has a ton of extra sounds that the motif keyboard doesnt, stock the horns are wack, it only has about 5 basses that sound professional, but thats it. Rackmounted sound module holds up to six srx expansion boards but does not.
Need opinions from owners of fantom x and triton extreme. The screen was left as a simple lcd screen in order to keep the price a decent amount whereas the roland fantom series and korg triton series have large color lcd displays. I currently have an original roland fantom and a yamaha mo8 basically a smaller version of the motif es. The motif es rack was one of the first pieces of equipment i got some years back. Roland fantom g, yamaha motif xf, roland integra 7 and korg. Not trying to scare you off the motif, i own the es with va cards and love it. For those who dont know, yamaha has a series of keyboard workstations under the motif name, with this one being just a rack version that contains all of. I want something with quick access to a drum beat without having to go into other modes and setting things up as it seems like it has to be done on the xs on the fantom x, just press 2 buttons, select a rhythm group, and press a pad and almost instant grooving right in patch mode. The fantomxr brings powerful sampling and synthesis to a convenient 1u rack module. The voice library voice selection window that opens when you click on any parts instrument names.
I havent played the roland fantom series so i cant compare the two. Roland fantom vs triton le 003, mbox 2, digi 002, original mbox, digi 001 win. If you are connecting the rack es to the computer via usb, midi inout usb then you need to use the yamaha usbmidi driver and address it on yamaha motifr es1 port 1 only when you select a midi track in your daw that takes the keybd in and routes the out to the rack es will the midi connection be complete from the keyboard to the. John melas page with software for the yamaha motif esxsxf series of synthesizers about xfxs tools waveform editor. The motif classic, motif es, and motif xs all came in 61, 76, and 88 key. The also contains the sample convert software for use with s700 series sample libraries. The fantomx is a music workstationsynthesizer produced by roland corporation. I play dance, techno, idm, ambient and some classical music. Yamaha motifrack es driver scan manual installation guide zip yamaha motifrack es driver scan drivercategory list keeping away from the functionality conditions that crop up on account of an expired driver can be accomplished by getting hold of the most upgraded products as early as is possible.
The motif xs is a nice keyboard, but the fantom x, is easier to use. Fantom g vs motif xf vs integra 7 vs kronos youtube. The asr10 is a good sampler but i want something with a. The motifrack xs editor standalone vst also works as the same way as other vst instrument software, allowing you to save the edited settings of the motifrack xs, or use them for another project. In a world of software, the hardware synth module fights back. Available for smart media cards or yamaha voice editor programs. History of the yamaha motif series, by tweakheadz lab. A combination of advanced sequencer and arranger with extensive sampler and synth libraries, capable of creating complete songs. The fantomx competes with the korg triton triton extreme, the yamaha motif es and other similar largescope keyboards such as the discontinued alesis fusion.
I allready use yahama studio connections software in cubase sx 3 with my 01xi88x though for the sounds i use, actually i probably want both as each in strong with some sounds and weaker with others and i cant say that overall i rate one about the other. Roland fantom g, yamaha motif xf, roland integra 7 and korg kronos. You need lots of sonic choices from authentic to innovative, thats why there are 1152 voices and 65 different drum kits in the es rack. Maudio axiom pro 61 y yamaha motif rack xs en venta buenos aires. All the sounds were chosen to be the most basic and similar possible and mixed exactly the same on all workstations, using a bit. This is the new editorlibrarian software for version 2 of the fantom. The fantomx xax6x7x8xr is a music workstation synthesizer produced by roland corporation. Im getting ready to purchase a keyboard workstation to compliment my ensoniq asr10. The roland fantom xr, korg m3m and motif rack all fit in here. Midi snippet of a song i produced, playing in each of the 4 workstations.
Roland fantomx7 or yamaha motif es7 help me please. I have been trying to decide whether i should get a motif xs or fantom g8. Volume 1 contains a full bank of 128 allnew and amazing patches. I am trying to decide between the korg triton extreme 61,the new alesis fusion 6hd, or the roland fantom x6. True voice velocity note on note off after keys touch chs pitch bend 0,32 1,7,10,11 6,38 control change. After geting a lot of calls from clients asking for help on how to use the yamaha es and yamaha xs rack we just had to do a video on it an we found out why there were so many question. Going from the motif classic to the motif es, the waveforms from the classic maintained their same number if i recall correctly in the es, and the new ones were tagged on to the end. The fantom on the other hand doesnt have synth engine capabilities. I personally dont like fantoms at all, either for sound or the ui.
So i brought a motif es rack and a novation remote61 for a second tier keyboard. I am looking for workstation that can i sample my sounds from my asr10 intoi mostly use the asr10 for drums and its effectswith ease of use. The motif es rack sounds were okay, but not stellar. Originally, this is intended for fantom s series, however it can be convert loaded to fantom x series by means of fantom x editor software. Please refer to readme documents for further details.
Basic default channel changed mode default messages altered note number. Motif os updater lets you update the os of the following devices. Theres a song i do using the es rack where i need to switch arpeggios in a performance mid song and i managed to do that with thanks and credit to bad mister over on motifator by sending sysex commands at the appropriate point just before the bar where i. Yamaha motif xs versus roland fantom g8 music player network. The new yamaha motifrack xs is packed full of inspiring sounds, exciting rhythms and expressive control that spur your creativity to new heights any time, any place. The motif keys were a little heavier than i wanted. A motif es or xs rack would be a nice compliment to the fantom though.
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