Yamaha MX61 Reference Manual

Yamaha MX61 Reference Manual

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Structure of the MX49/MX61 .......................................3
Controller Block...........................................................3
Keyboard.................................................................................. 3
Pitch Bend wheel ..................................................................... 3
Modulation wheel ..................................................................... 4
Knobs ....................................................................................... 4
Tone Generator Block .................................................5
AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) ........................................ 5
Voices....................................................................................... 5
Memory structure of the Voices ............................................... 8
Performances ........................................................................... 9
Performance memory structure.............................................. 10
Editing a Performance and the Voices................................... 10
Effect Block ................................................................11
Effect structure ....................................................................... 11
Effect connections and settings ............................................. 12
Arpeggio Block ..........................................................13
Arpeggio categories .............................................................. 13
About the Arpeggio type list .................................................. 14
Arpeggio playback types ....................................................... 14
Song/Pattern Playing Block......................................16
Rhythm Pattern ....................................................................... 16
Song ....................................................................................... 16
Internal Memory .........................................................17
Internal memory of the MX49/MX61 ....................................... 17
MIDI/Audio Signal Flow .............................................18
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Connecting to a computer ........................................ 19
Creating a Song with a computer............................. 22
software as MIDI data.............................................................22
software as audio data ...........................................................27
software as MIDI data.............................................................28
from the MX49/MX61 ..............................................................31
Remote Control Assignments .................................................35
Performance............................................................... 40
Performance Play....................................................................40
Performance Select ................................................................41
Performance Part Select .........................................................41
Performance Edit ....................................................................43
Performance Job ....................................................................54
Performance Store ..................................................................56
Supplementary Information.....................................................56
Song/Pattern settings................................................ 58
Song........................................................................................58
Pattern.....................................................................................59
File............................................................................... 60
Terminology in the File operation............................................60
File display..............................................................................61
Utility........................................................................... 64
Utility Job ................................................................................68
Remote mode ............................................................. 70
Remote display .......................................................................70
Switching the functions for Knobs [A] - [D]............................71
Switching the Control Template..............................................71
Utility settings..........................................................................71
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Switching the functions for Knobs [A] – [D]......71 Switching the Control Template..........71 Utility settings................71 Yamaha Corp. reserves the right to update or modify this manual at any time without prior notice. The most up-to-date version is freely available for download from the following website. http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/...
  • Page 2: Using The Mx49/Mx61 Manuals

    • Playing the Songs Reference Manual (this PDF document) Describes the internal design of your MX49/MX61, how to use a connected computer, and all parameters that can be adjusted and set. Synthesizer Parameter Manual (PDF document) Explains the voice parameters, effect types, effect parameters, and MIDI messages that are used for synthesizers incorporating the Yamaha AWM2 sound generators.
  • Page 3: Basic Structure

    Arpeggio playback. The default note numbers assigned to the keyboard range from C2 – C6 (MX49)/ C1- C6 (MX61). You can change the note range of the keyboard in octaves by using the OCTAVE [-]/[+] buttons, or transpose the notes by using the TRANSPOSE [-]/[+] buttons.
  • Page 4: Modulation Wheel

    (software instrument) from the panel controls. Entering the Remote mode will change the functions of some panel buttons—for example, Knobs [A] – [D], the Transport button, and Category buttons—to functions exclusive to this mode. For details, see the “Remote Control Assignments” of the “Using a Connected Computer” section on page MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 5: Tone Generator Block

    NOTE The default note numbers assigned to the keyboard range from C2 – C6 (MX49)/ C1 – C6 (MX61). In order to play notes outside the keyboard range (C0 – C2 / C0 – C1), use the OCTAVE [-] button or TRANSPOSE [-] button to change the keyboard pitch.
  • Page 6 This unit produces cyclic modulation for the Oscillator, Filter, and Amplitude. Modulating these aspects of the sound can create effects such as vibrato, wah and tremolo. LFO related parameters can be set in the Voice LFO display (page of Voice Edit. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 7 CHROMATIC PERCUSSION Normal Voice Drum/ Percussion DRUM/ PERCUSSION Drum Voice (Drum Kit) Using iOS Applications Sound Effect SOUND EFX Normal Voice Musical Effect MUSICAL EFX Normal Voice Ethnic ETHNIC Normal Voice Reference Performance Song/Pattern File Utility Remote MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 8: Memory Structure Of The Voices

    Basic Structure Memory structure of the Voices Basic Structure The MX49/MX61 features multiple Voices in Preset Memory, which cannot be overwritten (page 17). These Voices are Controller Block referred to as Preset Voices. On the other hand, Voices which are created by editing the Preset Voices are referred to as Tone Generator Block User Voices.
  • Page 9: Performances

    Tone Generator Block a single Performance is the combination of 16 Voices. You can play Parts 1 and 2 normally. The MX49/MX61 also allows you to play different Voices of Part 1 and Part 2 Effect Block together in a layer (Layer function), or play one Voice of Part 2 with your left hand while you play a different Voice of Part Arpeggio Block 1 with your right (Split function).
  • Page 10: Performance Memory Structure

    Basic Structure Performance memory structure Basic Structure The MX49/MX61 features 128 Performances in User Memory, which can be overwritten (page 17). To store an edited Controller Block Performance, you need to overwrite one of the memory locations 1 – 128.
  • Page 11: Effect Block

    Master EQ is applied to the final (post-effect), overall sound of the instrument. In this EQ, all five bands can be set to peaking, with shelving being available also for the lowest and highest bands. Reference Performance Song/Pattern File Utility Remote MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 12: Effect Connections And Settings

    Type selection display. To get a desired effect sound, try first selecting one of the Presets close to your imagined sound, then change the parameters as necessary. Preset settings can be determined by setting “Preset” in each effect parameter display. For information on each effect type, see the “Data List” PDF document. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 13: Arpeggio Block

    Guit Guitar / Plucked Bass Bass Strings Brass RdPp Reed / Pipe Lead Synth Lead PdMe Synth Pad / Musical Effect CrPc Chromatic Percussion DrPc Drum / Percussion Synth Sequence Chord Sequence Hybr Hybrid Sequence Ctrl Control MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 14: About The Arpeggio Type List

    Accent Phrases are composed of sequence data included in some Arpeggio types, sounding only when you play notes at a high (strong) velocity. For information on Arpeggio types that use this function, refer to the “Arpeggio Type List” in the “Data List” PDF document. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 15: Relation Between Played Notes And Arpeggio Types

    NOTE When the Arpeggio types which belong to the “Cntr” Category and contain no note data is selected, no sound is produced, even if the MX49/MX61 receives Note On messages. Tips for Arpeggio playback Arpeggios not only provide inspiration and full rhythmic passages over which you can perform, they give you quality MIDI data you can use in creating Songs, or fully formed backing parts to be used in your live performances.
  • Page 16: Song/Pattern Playing Block

    Reference Performance Rhythm Pattern Song/Pattern File The MX49/MX61 features multiple Rhythm Patterns. The appropriate Rhythm Pattern is determined for each Utility Performance. This Pattern is played back using the Drum Voice assigned to Part 10 of the Performance. Remote Song...
  • Page 17: Internal Memory

    Basic Structure Internal Memory Basic Structure The MX49/MX61 creates a variety of different kinds of data, including Performance and Voice. This section describes Controller Block how to maintain the various types of data and use the memory devices/media for storing them.
  • Page 18: Midi/Audio Signal Flow

    USB [TO HOST] terminal. *2 The audio data of the USB flash memory are output only to the OUTPUT [L/MONO]/[R] jacks and [PHONE] jack. The data is not output to the USB [TO HOST] terminal. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 19: Using A Connected Computer

    A USB cable and the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver are necessary to connect the MX49/MX61 to the computer. Note Connecting to a computer that both audio data and MIDI data can be transmitted via USB. Also, the MX49/MX61 Remote Tools and the MX Voice Creating a Song with a List are useful for using DAW software with this instrument.
  • Page 20 Remote Tools consists of two components: the MX49/MX61 Remote Editor and MX49/MX61 Extension, which Basic Structure enables you to use the MX49/MX61 along with Cubase series. For instructions on installing, refer to the online Controller Block Installation Guide included in the downloaded file package.
  • Page 21 [R] jacks. When connecting to a computer, use the USB [TO HOST] terminal. In this case, up to two audio Tone Generator Block channels (USB 1 and USB2) are available. The audio signals of the MX49/MX61 can be input from the USB [TO Effect Block HOST] terminal and the [AUX IN] jack.
  • Page 22: Creating A Song With A Computer

    Effect Block • Remote controlling the DAW software or VSTi (software instrument) Arpeggio Block Song/Pattern This section contains an overview on how to use DAW software on the computer with the MX49/MX61 after connecting. Playing Block Internal Memory NOTE For information on Cubase series software that supports the MX49/MX61, see the following website.
  • Page 23 Cubase (each with a different MIDI channel) and have the respective Parts on the MX49/ MX61 sound. For example, if Tracks 1, 2 and 3 are set to MIDI channels 1, 2 and 3, respectively, and the MX49/ MX61 is set to play Piano, Bass and Strings on MIDI channels 1, 2 and 3, respectively—you can individually select...
  • Page 24 Select “Yamaha MX” on the Add MIDI Device window, then click [OK]. Using iOS Applications After selecting “Yamaha MX” in the “Installed Devices” area on the MIDI Device Manager window, set Output to “Yamaha MX49/MX61-1” at the lower part of the window, then close the window. Reference Performance...
  • Page 25 MX61–1).” All incoming MIDI data will be input to Cubase, and MIDI track data will be output to the channel Tone Generator Block determined at the track on MIDI Port 1 of the MX49/MX61. Also, the MX Voice List can be shown on the track of Effect Block Cubase.
  • Page 26 Arpeggio Block Song/Pattern Playing Block Internal Memory Record the MX49/MX61 performance to the selected MIDI track. MIDI/Audio Signal Flow After setting the time position to zero, click (Record). When you begin playing the MX49/MX61, recording of your performance starts. When you’ve finished, click (Stop) to stop recording.
  • Page 27: Recording Your Performance On The Mx49/Mx61 To Daw Software As Audio Data

    In this section, you’ll learn how to convert the MIDI data you created in the previous section to audio data using the Tone Generator Block MX49/MX61 Voices. By recording audio data, you can create audio CDs, or use the MX49/MX61 Song data as an audio Effect Block file in other applications, such as sound editors or video production software.
  • Page 28: Recording Arpeggio Phrases Of The Mx49/Mx61 To Daw Software As Midi Data

    Basic Structure Recording Arpeggio phrases of the MX49/MX61 to DAW software as MIDI data Basic Structure Controller Block In this section, you’ll learn how to record Arpeggio phrases to Cubase as MIDI data. Doing this allows you to simply Tone Generator Block create fully realized, comprehensive songs, without having to play difficult phrases on the keyboard.
  • Page 29 Set the Input Routing to “All MIDI Input” and set the Output Routing to “Not Connected.” All MIDI data will be input to Cubase, and MIDI track data will not be output to the MX49/MX61. Disable the MIDI thru function of the MIDI track in order to prevent the to-be-recorded Arpeggio phrase from being output to the MX49/MX61, which would otherwise result in a feedback loop between the instrument and the computer.
  • Page 30 Set the MIDI clock so that it is transmitted from Cubase to the MX49/MX61. Click the “Transport” menu  “Project Synchronization Setup”  In “MIDI Clock Destinations” area, check Basic Structure “Yamaha MX49/MX61 – 1,” “MIDI Clock Follows Project Position,” and “Always Send Start Message”  Click [OK]. Controller Block NOTE The “Send MIDI Clock in Stop Mode”...
  • Page 31: Remote-Controlling Daw Software Or Vsti (Software Instruments) From The Mx49/Mx61

    Before you can use the Remote Control function, you’ll need to follow the setup instructions below. Utility NOTE Before making the setup of DAW Remote, make sure to properly install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver and the MX49/MX61 Remote Tools. Remote...
  • Page 32 Digital Performer Using iOS In the Audio/MIDI setup of a Mac computer, connect Port 2 of the interface of the MX49/MX61 to Port 2 of the tone Applications generator. When there is only one Port for the tone generator, add the new Port, then connect it to the interface.
  • Page 33 The MX49/MX61 features Control Templates for remote control of popular VSTi instruments. These Control Templates let you assign the appropriate functions for your favorite VSTi to Knobs [A] – [D] on the MX49/MX61. When using Cubase, switching the VSTi on the Cubase changes to the appropriate Control Template on the MX49/ MX61.
  • Page 34 Play the VSTi by using the MX49/MX61 keyboard, or control the parameters of the VSTi by using Knobs [A] – [D]. If you wish to edit the Control Templates, or create a new template, use the MX49/MX61 Remote Editor. For details Using iOS about how to use the Remote Editor, refer to the accompanying PDF manual.
  • Page 35: Remote Control Assignments

    Basic Structure Remote Control Assignments Basic Structure In the Remote mode, you can control various functions of the DAW software by using the MX49/MX61 controllers. Controller Block NOTE Not all of the following functions may be available, depending on your particular software version or your computer environment.
  • Page 36 ] buttons let you move the cursor up/down/left/right on the DAW software. The [EXIT] button functions the same as the [Esc] key of the computer. The [ENTER] button functions the same as the [Enter] key of the computer. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 37 AI KNOB Connecting to a computer Here, the [DATA] dial of the MX49/MX61 works as the AI KNOB. The AI KNOB is a multi-function knob—for example, it Creating a Song with a can control a desired parameter within the principal window and plug-in software on Cubase, and it can be used for computer Jog/ Shuttle operation (as in freely moving the time position).
  • Page 38 Using a Connected Computer Locking the parameter to be edited Connecting to a computer Creating a Song with a computer Using iOS Applications Editing the “locked” parameter regardless of the mouse pointer’s location Reference Performance Song/Pattern File Utility Remote MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 39: Using Ios Applications

    When you use the instrument along with the application on your iPhone/iPad, we recommend that you set “Airplane Mode” to Performance “ON” on your iPhone/iPad in order to avoid noise caused by communication. Song/Pattern NOTE iOS applications may not be supported in your area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer. File Utility Remote MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 40: Reference

    Parts, since both Parts will sound. When the Split function is active, the icon appears at Part 1 when you play the right side of the keyboard (right of the Split Point; page 45), and appears at Part 2 when you play the left side. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 41: Performance Select

    Indicates that the display has several pages. You can call up the next page by pressing the Cursor [ ] button. Parts 1 – 16 < > Select a Part by pressing the Cursor [ ] buttons or the Category buttons ([1] – [16]). The underline mark indicates the selected Part number. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 42 For most parameters, the selected parameter value is also indicated as a graphic knob indicating the value ( ) for each Part. You can change the value for the selected Part by using the [DATA] dial or the [INC/YES]/[DEC/NO] buttons. < > To change the Part, use the Cursor [ ] buttons. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 43: Performance Edit

    Allows you to call up pre-programmed settings for each Effect type, designed to be used for specific (Effect Preset) applications and situations. You can change how the sound is affected by the selected pre-programmed settings. NOTE For a list of all Effect Presets, see the “Data List” PDF document. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 44 Determines the bandwidth for the Frequency (above) to create various frequency curve characteristics. Larger (Frequency values result in a narrower bandwidth. Characteristics) Settings: 0.1 – 12.0 NOTE For details on EQ structure, see the “Synthesizer Parameter Manual” PDF document. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 45 Determines the sustain level at which the volume will continue while a note is held, after the initial attack and (Sustain Level) decay. This is applied to both Parts 1 and 2. Settings: -64 - +0 – +63 MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 46 Voice Edit characters. Voice Insert Eff / DrumKit Insert Eff Voice LFO Voice Ctrl Set / DrumKit Ctrl Set Voice Name / DrumKit Name Voice Job Voice Store Performance Job Initialize Recall Copy Bulk Performance Store Supplementary Information MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 47 Determines the Parts available for the Insertion Effect. When this switch is set to on, the Insertion Effect of (Insertion Effect Switch) the Voice assigned to the Part is enabled. The Insertion Effect can be applied to a maximum of four Parts of the Performance. Settings: off, on MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 48 For details on FEG, see the “Synthesizer Parameter Manual” PDF document. (AEG Sustain Level) NOTE AEG Release The “Sustain” and “Release” parameters are not available for Parts to which Drum Voices have been (AEG Release Time) assigned. Settings: -64 – +0 – +63 MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 49 Determines whether MIDI messages for Foot Controller 2 are received or not. (Foot Controller 2) Determines whether MIDI Breath Controller messages are received or not. (Breath Controller) Determines whether MIDI Ribbon Controller messages are received or not. (Ribbon Controller) MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 50: Voice Edit

    The Effect parameter differs depending on the currently selected effect type. For information on the editable Copy Effect parameters in each Effect type, see the “Data List” PDF document. Also, for detailed descriptions of each Effect parameter, see the “Synthesizer Parameter Manual” PDF document. Bulk Performance Store Supplementary Information MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 51 Effect type are shown on the display. If “P*” is shown on the display, no function is assigned to that parameter. The “*” mark indicates the parameter number. Depth1/2/3 Set the LFO Wave Depth. (LFO Set 1/2/3 Control Settings: 0 – 127 Depth) MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 52: Setting Examples Of The Destination

    Settings: For Normal Voice: AP, KB, ORG, GTR, BAS, STR, BRS, WND, LD, PAD, CMP, CP, SFX, MFX, ETH For Drum Voice: DR NOTE For details about each category, refer to “Voice Category” of “Basic Structure” (page MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 53 Settings: For Normal Voices: 001 – 128 Supplementary For Drum Voices: 001 – 008 Information Voice name Indicates the current Voice name of the selected User Voice number. After storing, the name changes to the name you entered in the Voice Name display. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 54: Performance Job

    Recall to restore the Voice with your latest edits intact. Select “02:Recall” and press [ENTER]. When the subsequent confirmation display appears, press [INC/YES] to execute Recall the Recall operation. Copy Bulk Performance Store Supplementary Information MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 55 In order to execute Bulk Dump, you will need to set the correct MIDI Device Number, with the following operation: [UTILITY]  NOTE Select “02:MIDI” with the Cursor [ ]/[ ] buttons  [ENTER]  Select “DeviceNo” with the Cursor [ ]/[ ] buttons  Select “DeviceNo” value with the [DATA] dial. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 56: Performance Store

    ATTACK (“Attack” in Common Edit) -64 – +63 page 45 DECAY (“Decay” in Common Edit) -64 – +63 page 45 SUSTAIN (“Sustain” in Common Edit) -64 – +63 page 45 RELEASE (“Release” in Common Edit) -64 – +63 page 46 MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 57 47 Information PAN (“Pan” in Part Edit) L63 – C – R63 page 47 ASSIGN1 (“Assign 1” in Part Edit) -64 – +63 page 48 ASSIGN2 (“Assign 2” in Part Edit) -64 – +63 page 48 MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 58: Song/Pattern Settings

    Only 44.1kHz/16-bit stereo WAV file audio data can be used for playback on this instrument. WAV Volume Adjusts the volume of the audio data. This parameter is linked to the same parameter of the Utility General display (page 64). Settings: 0 – 127 MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 59: Pattern

    When you switch to a Performance for which “AutoKeyStart” is set to on, the lamp of the [ / ] (Play/ Pause) button will start to flash slowly, and the Rhythm Pattern will play back as soon as you play the keyboard. Settings: off, on MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 60: File

    Just as with a computer, all data of the User memory including User Voices and Performances created on the MX49/ MX61 can be treated as a file and saved to a USB flash memory. Each file has a file name and a file extension.
  • Page 61: File Display

    Files in the USB flash memory can be loaded to internal memory. NOTE If the “All” file of the MX49/MX61 is not in the root directory of the USB flash memory, a “File not found” error message appears on the display and the Load display below is not shown.
  • Page 62 Determines the name of the selected file. You can rename files using up to eight alphabetic and numeric characters. If the file name contains spaces and other characters which are not compatible with this instrument, the entire file name may be rendered unreadable. If this happens, you should rename the file with valid characters. MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 63 Formats the USB flash memory connected to the instrument. Before you can use a new USB flash memory with the Memory Info MX49/MX61, you will need to format it. Select “05:Format” in the top File display, then press [ENTER] to appear the confirmation display. Then, press [INC/YES] to execute the Format operation..
  • Page 64: Utility

    Utility Remote Utility Utility General In the Utility display, you can set parameters that apply to the entire system of the MX49/MX61. To return to the MIDI Performance display after making settings, press [EXIT]. Controllers Remote Press [UTILITY]  Select desired display for editing by using the Cursor [ ]/[ ] buttons  Press...
  • Page 65 (Local Control switch) this should be set to “on”—since you’ll want to hear the sound of the MX49/MX61 as you play it. Even if this is set to “off,” the data will be transmitted via MIDI. Also, the internal tone generator block will respond to messages received via MIDI.
  • Page 66 When MIDI clock is not transmitted from the external MIDI device or computer, the internal clock of the MX49/MX61 continues to run in sync with the latest received tempo of the external MIDI device or computer (DAW software). This setting is useful when you wish to alternate between external clock and internal clock.
  • Page 67 Controllers General Determines Controller Assign settings common to the entire system of the MX49/MX61. You can assign MIDI Control MIDI Change Numbers to the Knobs on the front panel and external controllers. For example, you could use the ASSIGN 1 Controllers and 2 knobs to control effect depth for two different effects, while using the Foot Controller to control modulation.
  • Page 68: Utility Job

    Controllers Parameter Description Remote DAW Select Utility Job Determines the DAW software to be controlled by the MX49/MX61. Simply selecting a DAW type calls up the appropriate Remote settings automatically. QuickSeup Settings: Cubase, LogicPro, DigiPerf, SONAR Factory Set PrgChgMode Determines what messages will be transmitted to the computer when you operate the [INC/YES]/[DEC/NO]...
  • Page 69 Version Indicates the current version of this instrument and copyright. The “Firm: *.**” indication at the lower right of the 1st display shows the instrument’s version. JOB*Version BBoot:1.00*Firm:1.00 MX49/MX61 Reference Manual...
  • Page 70: Remote Mode

    Control Templates for remote-control of many popular VSTi’s. These Control Templates let you assign the appropriate functions for your favorite VSTi to Knobs [A] – [D] on the MX49/MX61. In the Remote display, you can indicate the Switching the Control Template functions assigned to Knobs [A] –...
  • Page 71: Switching The Functions For Knobs [A] - [D]

    NOTE If you wish to edit the Control Template or create a new Template, you need to use the MX49/MX61 Remote Editor. When editing the Control Template, 50 Control Templates including the edited Templates can be saved to internal memory by pressing [STORE] in the Remote Mode on the MX49/MX61.

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