Yamaha Montage7 76-key Synthesizer Workstation, Black

I had Yamaha motif XS6 for about 10 years and I always wanted a 88 keys version of it. Having a motif for 10 years gave me good confidence is to update to another Yamaha keyboard a flagship one that is. I also received 2 Yamaha monitors as a complimentary offer after I filled the form at Yamaha's site. Beautiful solid keyboard very well made, high-quality item. The sound is amazing and I am still learning the machine and the details, this is a beast but it is easy to use and it is pretty much self-explanatory having a touch screen makes things a breeze.It is completely different machine than my Motif XS, I like my motif's performance presets and it is ready to go and jam, not the montage I have to learn how to make and build my backing tracks, meaning I have to really dig deep, I guess what this keyboard is all about. It is like a photoshop program you have to get involved more to create that unique music. I am an amateur so this is my hobby and I am sure professional guys will get more out of this machine than I ever could. I love it.

This synth workstation is great. I got the HS5 monitors and HS8S Subwoofer too, which are perfect for my small home studio (the room is like 8' x 8'). I can't really compare the Montage 8 to the Korg Karma which it replaced. That wouldn't be fair to Korg since the Karma is a mid-range synth. I simply have never heard a synthesizer that sounds as good as this Yamaha Montage 8. The attention to detail in the sounds is impressive. The workmanship in the keys, and body and action is major league. I am so happy with this purchase. My wife thought it was just an overpriced toy until she played it herself and then she was no longer mad at me for the amount of money I spent on it.After using it for a few weeks. I like it even more. Great synth!

This is a great addition to anyone's studio, which is what I'm using it for. Sounds are amazing, and give that radio quality right away. Also. I'm able to upgrade it and customize sounds, so the gripe about how the sounds compare to the other brands are moot (they can always be customized). Definitely worth the price!

I totally love this keyboard. Best investment I've ever made. The sounds of this machine blew me away. I played this keyboard alongside a Motif XF 8, and i really did hear a difference in the clarity of the Montage. Only thing that I wished the Montage still had was a proper sequence or even the DAW control alone if Yamaha didn't want to outfit it with a proper sequencer. But besides that, this keyboard is definitely a beast. I will definitely recommend it to anyone considering it.

This product is almost the perfect machine. The sound quality is unmatched. Its intuitive design is reminiscent of the old motif design so it's easy to convert. The production tools are easy to use and to figure out. The only down side would be the weight. The Montague 8 is HEAVY!!! It more than makes up for the weight issue in value, however is weighs approximately150lbs, It not very portable. I suggest a smaller version if you are a traveling musician

I have the Motif XF and was skeptical that the sounds would be all that much different. There are sounds here that are directly taken from the Motif and for the most part they are VERY similar in sound, i.e. the sound difference is not that dramatic. However, it's the new sounds and more importantly, the control and modulation that really takes this unit over the top. It is not a workstation and for that I am not selling my Motif. I also have custom patches installed on my Motif so it's worth keeping for that as well. That being said, this unit blew me away. If you are looking for a unit that has beautiful natural and synth sounds, then this unit is for you!

I started with a dx7, traded up to a SY99, And now the montage. I kept the SY99. The 8 operator FM engine is 128 note poly. Keyboard feel suites me. Sample instruments are great with the superknob mod. This is what I wanted in a synth.

When I tried to make a song there was no way to layer it. It just went on a non-stop loop. Bad product for 4200 dollars! What a piece of junk!