Yamaha MOTIF6 Owner's Manual

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10MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Front PanelThe Control & ConnectorsThe Controls & ConnectorsFront PanelMOTIF6MOTIF7OCTAVEDOWNUPKNOBCONT

100MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide1. Sampling to a Pattern TrackBasic Structure

101MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start GuidePLG 2ABCDEFGH15CATEGORYSEARCHKNOBCONTROLFUNCTIO

102MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide2. Recording MIDI data to a Pattern TrackBasic

103MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide● Realtime recording (when selecting replace or

104MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide● Step recording (when selecting step in step

105MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide3. Assigning a Preset Phrase to a Pattern Track

106MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide4. Using the Groove functionReference (page 21

107MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide5. Pattern MixingReference (page 232)Now that y

108MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide6. Creating a Pattern ChainBasic Structure (pa

109MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide7. Copying the Pattern Chain data to a SongRefe

11MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Front PanelThe Control & ConnectorsPLG 2ABCDEFGH15CATEGORYSEARCHSONG SCENESF 1SF 2SF 3SF 4SF 5F1 F2 F3 F4 F

110MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide8. MIDI recording to Song TracksBasic Structur

111MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide● Realtime recording (when selecting “replace,”

112MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide● Step recording (when selecting “step” in ste

113MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide9. Sampling to a Song TrackBasic Structure (pag

114MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start GuidePLG 2ABCDEFGH15CATEGORYSEARCHOCTAVEDOWNUPKNOBC

115MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide10. Song Track Mute and SceneReference (pages 1

116MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start GuidePLG 2ABCDEFGH15CATEGORYSEARCHOCTAVEDOWNUPKNOBC

117MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start Guide11. Song Mixing and storing the settings as a t

118MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer) Quick Start Guide12. Saving and Exporting the recorded song to

119MOTIF Quick Start GuideRemote Control for external sequencer (Real-time external control surface)Quick Start GuideRemote Control for external sequ

12MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Front PanelThe Control & ConnectorsMOTIF8KNOBCONTROLFUNCTIONPANREVERBCHORUSTEMPOATTA CK RELEASECUTOFFRESONA

120MOTIF Quick Start GuideRemote Control for external sequencer (Real-time external control surface) Quick Start GuideUsing the Remote Control functi

121MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference Voice mode ReferenceThis section is devoted to explaining the function of every setting of every parameter

122MOTIF ReferenceFunction Tree Reference Voice mode[F6] NORMAL COMMON EFFECT[SF1] EFFECT CONNECT[SF2] INSERTION1[SF3] INSERTION2[SF4] REVERB[

123MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference Voice mode[EDIT] VOICE EDIT (PLUG-IN)[COMMON] PLUG-IN COMMON[F1] PLUG-IN COMMON GENERAL[SF1] NAME[SF2]

124MOTIF ReferenceVoice Play mode Reference Voice modeVoice Play modeBasic Structure (page 30) · Quick Start Guide (page 80)In this mode, you can s

125MOTIF ReferenceVoice Play modeReference Voice mode• To select a Plug-in voice, press any of the [PLG1] - [PLG3] buttons. • To select a Drum voice

126MOTIF ReferenceVoice Play mode Reference Voice mode Using the [INC/YES] and [DEC/NO] buttonsPressing the [INC/YES] button increases the number

127MOTIF ReferenceVoice Play modeReference Voice mode● Favorite Category1~4 Use the same operation as in “Using the Category Search function” above.

128MOTIF ReferenceVoice Play mode Reference Voice mode● [F2] Voice Play Plug-in BankFrom this display you can select the particular bank on the P

129MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode•Tempo Determines the Arpeggio Tempo. When MIDI sync (page 258) is turned on, “MIDI” is display

13MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Front PanelThe Control & Connectors6 [CS1] - [CS4] (Control Slider) (page 48)Controls the volume of each pa

130MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode◆ Basic Procedure1 Press the [VOICE] button to enter the Voice Play mode. (The indicator ligh

131MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode• Mono/PolyDetermines whether the Voice is played back monophonically (single notes only) or po

132MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice modetimeSets the Time parameter range to reflect “time”: 0 (fast) - 127 (slow)● [F1]-[SF5] Normal

133MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode• Hold Determines whether the Arpeggio playback is “held” or not. When this is set to “on,” the

134MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode•Velocity Rate Determines how much the Velocity of the Arpeggio playback is offset from the o

135MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F5]-[SF1] Normal Common LFO WaveBasic Structure (page 47)From this display you can make

136MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode● [F5]-[SF2] Normal Common LFO DelayFrom this display you can set various delay and fade-

137MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F6]-[SF1] Normal Common Effect ConnectionThis display gives you comprehensive control ov

138MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode● [F1]-[SF2] Normal Element Oscillator OutputFrom this display you can set certain output

139MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F2]-[SF2] Normal Element Pitch Velocity SensitivityFrom this display you can determine h

14MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Front PanelThe Control & Connectors) SEQ TRANSPORT buttons (page 78, 179, 183, 217, 221)These buttons contr

140MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode• Center Key Determines the central note or pitch for the Key Follow effect on pitch. Dependi

141MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice modeLPF12 (Low Pass Filter12dB/oct) A 2-pole (-12db/oct) dynamic LPF, designed to be used in combin

142MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice modeDual BEFA combination of two sets of –6dB/oct BEF in parallel. LPF12 (Low Pass Filter 12dB/oc

143MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode• EG Time, SegmentDetermines the velocity sensitivity of the FEG’s Time parameters. Select the

144MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode• CutoffSens (Cutoff Sensitivity)Determines the degree to which the notes (specifically, their

145MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F4]-[SF1] Normal Element Amplitude Level/PanThis display not only lets you make basic Le

146MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode• TIME❏ Settings 0 ~ 127 (excluding --- above)•LEVEL❏ Settings 0 ~127● [F4]-[SF4] Normal Elem

147MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice modeThe best way to understand Amplitude Scaling is by example. For the settings shown in the examp

148MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode• FMOD (Filter Modulation Depth)Determines the amount (depth) by which the LFO waveform varie

149MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode4 Select a key to be edited. •To edit parameters common to the entire Drum voice (all keys), pr

15MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Front PanelThe Control & Connectors™ [ENTER] buttonUse this button to execute a Job or a Store operation. A

150MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode● [F6]-[SF2], [SF3], [SF4], [SF5] Drum Common Effect Parameter Insertion 1, 2, Reverb, Ch

151MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F1]-[SF5] Drum Key Oscillator OtherFrom this display you can set various parameters rela

152MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode● [F3]-[SF2] Drum Key Filter Velocity Sensitivity• LPFCutoff Determines the velocity sens

153MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F6] Drum Key EQ (Equalizer)Same as in Normal Voice Element Edit. See page 148. n This para

154MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode Common edit● [F1]-[SF1] Plug-in Common General NameSame as in Normal Voice Common Edit.

155MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F4]-[SF3] Plug-in Common Control Set After TouchThe MOTIF gives you a comprehensive set

156MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit mode Reference Voice mode Element Edit● [F1]-[SF1] Plug-in Element Oscillator WaveFrom this display you can selec

157MOTIF ReferenceVoice Edit modeReference Voice mode● [F5] Plug-in Element LFOBasic Structure (page 47)From this display you can set the basic LF

158MOTIF ReferenceVoice Job mode Reference Voice modeVoice Job modeThe Voice Job mode contains various convenient operations (called “Jobs”), which

159MOTIF ReferenceVoice Store modeReference Voice mode• Data type of Destination voice (current selected voice) If the source is a Normal or Drum Vo

16MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Rear PanelThe Control & ConnectorsRear PanelMOTIF6MOTIF7MOTIF8CAUTIONPOWERONOFFACINLETmLANIOEXPANSIONCAUTIO

160MOTIF ReferenceFunction Tree Reference Performance modePerformance ModeBasic Structure (page 42)Function TreeThis section is devoted to the Perf

161MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference Performance mode[PART SELECTION] PART 1-4[F6] [F1] PART VOICE[SF1] VOICE[SF2] PLYMODE[SF3] LIMIT[SF4

162MOTIF ReferencePerformance Play mode Reference Performance modePerformance Play modeBasic Structure (page 31) · Quick Start Guide (page 88)In th

163MOTIF ReferencePerformance Play modeReference Performance modePerformance Part on/offThe explanations here apply to step #4 of the Basic Procedur

164MOTIF ReferencePerformance Play mode Reference Performance mode• OutputSel (Output Select)Determines the output jack assignment for the A/D part

165MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit modeReference Performance mode● [F6] Performance Play ArpeggioBasic Structure (page 55)This display contains the

166MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit mode Reference Performance mode◆ Basic Procedure 1 Press the [PERFORMANCE] button to enter the Performance Play

167MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit modeReference Performance mode❏ Settings -64 ~ +63● [F1]-[SF4] Common General PortamentoFrom this display you c

168MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit mode Reference Performance mode● [F2]-[SF2] Common MEQ(Master Equalizer)From this display you can apply five-ban

169MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit modeReference Performance mode• OutputSwitchWhen this is set to on, Arpeggio playback data is output from the MI

17MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Rear PanelThe Control & ConnectorsRear PanelOPTICALOUTPUT USB THRUMIDIBREATHSUSTAINFOOTSWITCHFOOTCONTROLLER

170MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit mode Reference Performance mode• Chorus to ReverbDetermines the Send level of the signal sent from the Chorus Ef

171MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit modeReference Performance mode● [F1]-[SF4] Part Voice PortamentoSet the Portamento parameters for each part. Po

172MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit mode Reference Performance modeIn the first example, Offset is set to “0,” lowering all received velocities by 64

173MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit modeReference Performance mode● [F3] Part Output Select From this display you can set certain output parameters

174MOTIF ReferencePerformance Edit mode Reference Performance mode• ReleaseDetermines the FEG Release Time for each part. ❏ Settings -64 ~ 0 ~ +63n

175MOTIF ReferencePerformance Job modeReference Performance modePerformance Job modeThe Performance Job mode contains various convenient operations

176MOTIF ReferencePerformance Store mode Reference Performance mode• Source performanceSelect a performance and data type to be copied. ❏ Data type

177MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference Song modeSong ModeBasic Structure (page 30)Function TreeThis section is devoted to the Song mode. To see h

178MOTIF ReferenceFunction Tree Reference Song mode[MIX] SONG MIX[INFORMATION] MIX INFORMATION[MIX] MIX PART[F1] MIX VOLUME/PAN[F2] MIX AD[F3]

179MOTIF ReferenceSong Play modeReference Song modeSong Play modeBasic Structure (page 67) · Quick Start Guide (page 77)In this mode, you can select

18MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Rear PanelThe Control & Connectors1 POWER Switch (page 29)Press to turn power ON or OFF. 2 AC Power Cord So

180MOTIF ReferenceSong Play mode Reference Song mode1 Press any of the GROUP [A] - [D] buttons to select a Group. n Each letter group contains sixt

181MOTIF ReferenceSong Play modeReference Song mode1 Press the [MUTE] button so that its lamp lights. 2 Press any of the NUMBER [1] - [16] buttons t

182MOTIF ReferenceSong Play mode Reference Song mode• NOTE OFFSETRaises or lowers the pitch of the note(s) on the selected grid in semitones. ❏ Set

183MOTIF ReferenceSong Record modeReference Song mode3 Set to on by using the [INC/YES] and [DEC/NO] buttons or the data dial. (The display prompts

184MOTIF ReferenceSong Record mode Reference Song moden MIDI events the external MIDI devices connected to the MOTIF can be recorded to tracks 1~16.

185MOTIF ReferenceSong Record modeReference Song mode❏ Settings: off, 60 (32nd note), 80 (16th note triplet), 120 (16th note), 160 (8th note triple

186MOTIF ReferenceSong Record mode Reference Song modeDotted notes can also be entered using the TIE function. To produce a dotted 1/4 note, for exa

187MOTIF ReferenceSong Record modeReference Song mode●Example 2 (Using the TIE function)1Set the parameters as illustrated below.Since the first note

188MOTIF ReferenceSong Record mode Reference Song mode6 Move the pointer to the top (beginning) of the song and press the [F] button to hear the not

189MOTIF ReferenceSong Edit modeReference Song mode• Voice Determines the voice for the selected track. You can use the BANK, GROUP, NUMBER button o

19MOTIF The Controls & Connectors Rear PanelThe Control & Connectors^ Card slot (pages 64, 262)Insert a Memory Card here to transfer various

190MOTIF ReferenceSong Edit mode Reference Song modeEvent Editing/Inserting/DeletingThe explanations here apply to step #3 of the Basic Procedure on

191MOTIF ReferenceSong Edit modeReference Song mode Program ChangeThese events determine the selected voice for the note data. Keep in mind that P

192MOTIF ReferenceSong Edit mode Reference Song mode• RPN MSB-LSB❏ Settings 000~127• Data Entry MSB-LSB❏ Settings 000~127n Normally three types of c

193MOTIF ReferenceSong Job modeReference Song modeSong Job modeThe Song Job mode contains a comprehensive set of editing tools and functions you can

194MOTIF ReferenceSong Job mode Reference Song mode● [F2]-01 QuantizeQuantization is the process of adjusting the timing of note events by moving th

195MOTIF ReferenceSong Job modeReference Song mode● [F2]-02 Modify VelocityThis job alters the velocity values of the specified range of notes, letti

196MOTIF ReferenceSong Job mode Reference Song mode● [F2]-04 CrescendoThis Job lets you create a crescendo or decrescendo over the specified range of

197MOTIF ReferenceSong Job modeReference Song mode• Roll VelocityDetermines the velocity of the notes in the roll. Both the starting and ending velo

198MOTIF ReferenceSong Job mode Reference Song mode● [F2]-09 Separate ChordThis job slightly separates notes in chords within the specified range, in

199MOTIF ReferenceSong Job modeReference Song mode● [F3]-03 Erase EventThis Job clears all specified events from the specified range, effectively prod

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20MOTIF Setting UpPower SupplySetting UpSetting UpThis section explains how to connect your MOTIF to an AC power source, external audio and MIDI devi

200MOTIF ReferenceSong Job mode Reference Song mode• Number Of Times Determines the number of times the data creation is to be repeated.For example,

201MOTIF ReferenceSong Job modeReference Song mode[F4] Measure JobPress the [F4] button in step #3 of the Basic Procedure on page 193 so that the Me

202MOTIF ReferenceSong Job mode Reference Song mode● [F5]-01 Copy TrackThis Job copies all data from a specified source track to the specified destina

203MOTIF ReferenceSong Job modeReference Song modeUndo/Redo cannot be used to undo/redo a Clear operation for tracks that contain sample data.● [F5]

204MOTIF ReferenceSong Job mode Reference Song mode• Source song ❏ Settings 01~64• Destination Song❏ Settings 01~64● [F6]-02 Split Song To Pattern T

205MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing modeReference Song modeSong Mixing modeIn this mode, you can set up and save mixing data for your songs, and set vario

206MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing mode Reference Song mode6 Press the [SONG] button to exit from the Song Mixing mode and return to the Song Play mode.

207MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing modeReference Song mode• Template numberDetermines the template number. Up to 16 templates can be created.❏ Settings

208MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing mode Reference Song mode• To edit parameters of the individual parts, select the desired part with the corresponding N

209MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing modeReference Song mode• ChoCtrl (Chorus Control)Determines the depth of the Chorus effect, as controlled by the Knob

21MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting UpConnectionsConnecting to External Audio EquipmentSince the MOTIF has no built-in speakers, you’ll need an exte

210MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing mode Reference Song mode● [F6]-[SF1] Song Mixing Common EffectConnectionBasic Structure (page 41)This display gives yo

211MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing modeReference Song mode● [F2]-[SF1] Song Mixing Part OutputVolume/PanSame as in Performance Part Edit. See page 172. n

212MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing Job mode Reference Song mode● [F5] Song Mixing Part Receive SwitchFrom this display you can set how each individual p

213MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing Job modeReference Song mode❏ Type of parameter to be initializedALL All settings for the selected Song Mixing are init

214MOTIF ReferenceSong Mixing Store mode Reference Song modeSong Mixing Store modeBasic Structure (page 63)This function lets you store your edited

215MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference Pattern modePattern ModeBasic Structure (page 51)Function TreeThis section is devoted to the Pattern mode.

216MOTIF ReferenceFunction Tree Reference Pattern mode[MIXING] PATTERN MIXING[INFORMATION] MIX INFORMATION[MIX] MIXING PART[F1] MIX VOLUME/PAN[

217MOTIF ReferencePattern Play modeReference Pattern modePattern Play modeBasic Structure (page 67)In this mode, you can select and play individual

218MOTIF ReferencePattern Play mode Reference Pattern mode● Style numbers and the corresponding Group/NumbersSame as in the Song Play mode. See pa

219MOTIF ReferencePattern Play modeReference Pattern moden The Phrase Voice embedded in the Pattern phrase can be specified from the Voice display in

22MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting Up Connecting to a mixer (with the optional AIEB2)You can expand the MOTIF’s output capabilties with six additi

220MOTIF ReferencePattern Play mode Reference Pattern mode Creating Pattern Chains with Realtime Playback (Pattern Chain Recording)This function

221MOTIF ReferencePattern Record modeReference Pattern modeThe methods for editing each event in the display above and for inserting/deleting events

222MOTIF ReferencePattern Record mode Reference Pattern moden Please note that the time signature can be set in the Pattern Play display. See page

223MOTIF ReferencePattern Record modeReference Pattern mode• QuantizeThis convenient feature lets you automatically quantize the notes in real time,

224MOTIF ReferencePattern Edit mode Reference Pattern modePattern Edit modeThis mode gives you comprehensive, detailed controls for editing the MID

225MOTIF ReferencePattern Job modeReference Pattern modePattern Job modeThe Pattern Job mode contains a comprehensive set of editing tools and funct

226MOTIF ReferencePattern Job mode Reference Pattern mode● [F2]-02 Modify VelocitySame as in the Song Job mode. See page 195. ● [F2]-03 Modify Gate

227MOTIF ReferencePattern Job modeReference Pattern mode[F3] Event JobPress the [F3] button in step #3 of the Basic Procedure on page 225 so that th

228MOTIF ReferencePattern Job mode Reference Pattern mode● [F3]-07 Modify Control DataSame as in the Song Job mode. See page 200. n Unlike in the S

229MOTIF ReferencePattern Job modeReference Pattern mode● [F4]-04 Append PhraseThis Job appends one phrase to the end of another to create one longe

23MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting UpA/D input Connecting a microphone or other audio equipment (analog input)You can record or import external so

230MOTIF ReferencePattern Job mode Reference Pattern mode● [F4]-08 Clear PhraseThis Job deletes all data from the selected phrase.Undo/Redo (page 2

231MOTIF ReferencePattern Job modeReference Pattern mode● [F5]-05 Divide Drum TrackSeparates the note events in a drum performance assigned to a spe

232MOTIF ReferencePattern Mixing mode Reference Pattern modeThe job overwrites any data already existing in the destination pattern.n When the KEEP

233MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference Sampling modeSampling ModeBasic Structure (page 58)Function TreeThis section is devoted to the Sampling mo

234MOTIF ReferenceSampling Record mode Reference Sampling modeSampling Record modeBasic Operation (page 58)In this mode, you can record sounds to th

235MOTIF ReferenceSampling Record modeReference Sampling mode8 Stop the Sampling following the instructions above and stop the recording source pla

236MOTIF ReferenceSampling Record mode Reference Sampling mode [F2] Sampling Source settingsThe explanations here apply to step #5 of the Basic Pro

237MOTIF ReferenceSampling Record modeReference Sampling modeSampling StandbyThe explanations here apply to step #6 of the Basic Procedure on page 2

238MOTIF ReferenceSampling Record mode Reference Sampling mode• Start (Start Point)Determines the Start point for the sample playback.• Loop (Loop S

239MOTIF ReferenceSampling Record modeReference Sampling mode• SubDivideThe Meter parameter sets the basic slice unit, and SubDivide specifies even fi

24MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting UpConnecting External MIDI EquipmentUsing a standard MIDI cable (available separately), you can connect an exter

240MOTIF ReferenceSampling Edit mode Reference Sampling modeBEAT1 : Original wave size X N + (0.3 X number of slices) BEAT2 : Original wave size

241MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job modeReference Sampling mode3 Press the [SF2] button to call up the Samples assigned to the selected Key Bank in orde

242MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job mode Reference Sampling mode3 Select the desired Job menu by pressing the appropriate button, [F1] - [F3].4 Use the

243MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job modeReference Sampling moden If all the samples of the specified Waveform are deleted, the Waveform itself is deleted.

244MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job mode Reference Sampling mode● [F1]-06 Time-StretchThis Job lets you change the length of the sample without changing

245MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job modeReference Sampling mode● [F1]-08 Fade In/OutThis Job lets you create fade-ins and fade-outs for the sample.• Type

246MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job mode Reference Sampling mode• Type Determines which channel, or both channels, of the stereo sample will be converted

247MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job modeReference Sampling mode[F2] Waveform JobPress the [F2] button in step #3 of the Basic Procedure on page 240 so th

248MOTIF ReferenceSampling Job mode Reference Sampling mode● [F3]-02 Optimize MemoryThis Job optimizes the memory (DRAM) for sampling. ● [F3]-03 Del

249MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference Utility modeUtility ModeFunction TreeThis section is devoted to the Utility mode. To see how the Utility m

25MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting UpConnecting to a Personal ComputerBy connecting a computer, you can transfer data between the MOTIF and the com

250MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility modeUtility modeIn this mode, you can set parameters that apply to the entire system of the MOTIF. T

251MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode● [F1]-[SF2] General KeyboardFrom this display you can set the keyboard-related parameters for

252MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode● [F1]-[SF3] General Effect BypassFrom this display you can select the specific effect(s) to be

253MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode• Mic/LineWhen using the A/D INPUT jacks, this determines the input source, microphone (mic) or

254MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode• Freq (Frequency)Set the center frequency. Frequencies around this point are attenuated/boosted

255MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode● [F3]-[SF2] Sequencer MIDI FilterFrom this display you can set which MIDI events will be recog

256MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode● [F4]-[SF2] Controller AssignKnob ASSIGN A, BFrom this display you can assign specific functions

257MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode◆ Remote Control AssignmentsFunctions to be controlled by the MOTIF differ depending on the sof

258MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility mode[F5] MIDI settings● [F5]-[SF1] MIDI ChannelFrom this display you can make basic MIDI settings.•

259MOTIF ReferenceUtility modeReference Utility modeMTC (MIDI Time Code)The MOTIF is synchronized to an MTC signal received via the MIDI IN or USB t

26MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting Up Using an IEEE1394 interface (when an optional mLAN8E has been installed) Using a MIDI interface●Using the

260MOTIF ReferenceUtility Job modeReference Utility mode● [F6]-[SF2] Plug-in board MIDIFrom this display you can set various MIDI-related parameter

261MOTIF ReferenceFunction TreeReference File modeFile ModeBasic Structure (page 63)Function TreeThis section is devoted to the File mode. To see h

262MOTIF ReferenceFile mode Reference File modeFile modeBasic Structure (page 63)In this mode, you can save data to and load data from memory cards

263MOTIF ReferenceFile modeReference File mode• All Extension: .W2AAll data in the MOTIF’s internal User Memory are treated as a single file, and ca

264MOTIF ReferenceFile mode Reference File mode• Wav Extension: .WAVA WAV file (Windows audio format) can be loaded to the MOTIF and can be used as

265MOTIF ReferenceFile modeReference File mode● [F1]-[SF2] CONFIG SCSI IDFrom this display you can specify the ID number for all the devices in the

266MOTIF ReferenceFile mode Reference File mode[F2] Save This operation lets you save files to a memory card or SCSI device.The explanations here app

267MOTIF ReferenceFile modeReference File modeWhen the file (data) type is set to Song, Pattern, Waveform or All Voice for Editor, an “imaginary” file

268MOTIF ReferenceFunction Tree Master ModeBasic Structure (page 56)Function TreeThis section is devoted to the Master mode. To see how the Master m

269MOTIF ReferenceMaster Play modeReference Master modeMaster Play modeBasic Structure (page 56) · Quick Start Guide (page 93)In this mode, you can

27MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting UpWhen MIDI “Echo” is disabled on the software/computer, set the MOTIF Local Switch to “on.”n Although not indic

270MOTIF ReferenceMaster Edit mode Reference Master mode● [F2] Master Play MemoryFrom this display you can set basic parameters for the Master, incl

271MOTIF ReferenceMaster Edit modeReference Master mode◆ Basic Procedure1 Press the [MASTER] button to enter the Master Play mode. (The indicator

272MOTIF ReferenceMaster Edit mode Reference Master mode• TransmitCh (Transmit Channel)Determines the MIDI Transmit Channel for each zone. ❏ Setting

273MOTIF ReferenceMaster Job modeReference Master mode● [F5] Zone Knob/SliderFrom this display you can determine which Control Change numbers are u

274MOTIF ReferenceMaster Store mode Reference Master mode● [F1] InitializeThis function lets you reset (initialize) all Master parameters to their d

275MOTIF AppendixInformation DisplaysAppendixAppendixInformation DisplaysThe convenient Information displays let you see at-a-glance some of the more

276MOTIF AppendixInformation DisplaysAppendix Pattern mode● Pattern Play modeIndicates the amount of currently unused (available) memory (DRAM) for

277MOTIF AppendixDisplay MessagesAppendixDisplay MessagesMessages InformationMIDI buffer full. Failed to process the MIDI data because too much data

278MOTIF AppendixDisplay MessagesAppendixPlug-in 1 type mismatch.The User Voice created by using the Plug-in board previously installed to slot 1 (bu

279MOTIF AppendixTroubleshootingAppendixTroubleshootingNo sound? Wrong sound? When a problem like this occurs, please check the following points befo

28MOTIF Setting UpConnectionsSetting UpConnecting Various ControllersQuick Start Guide (page 48)The MOTIF features several controller jacks on the re

280MOTIF AppendixTroubleshootingAppendixPitch or intervals are wrong.• Is the Master Tune parameter in the Utility mode set at a value other than “0”

281MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendixInstalling Optional Hardware ◆ Optional units that can be installed to the MOTIFThe following op

282MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendixOptional Plug-in Board InstallationA variety of optional Plug-in boards sold separately let you

283MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendix4 Insert the board along the guide rails about two-thirds of the way inside the MOTIF, with the

284MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendixEither the mLAN expansion board (mLAN8E) or the I/O expansion board (AIEB 2) sold separately can

285MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendix5 Remove the AIEB2 power cables from the hook-shaped cable clip in the MOTIF.6 Remove the AIEB2

286MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendix10 Let the ribbon cable fall into place between the AIEB2 and the circuit board of the MOTIF.11R

287MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendix4 Fasten the mLAN8E to the MOTIF. Flip the unit over, so that each connector section of the mLAN

288MOTIF AppendixInstalling Optional HardwareAppendix• Yamaha recommends that you purchase SIMMs that conform to the JEDEC* standard. Please be aware

289MOTIF AppendixHandling the Memory Card (SmartMedia™*)AppendixHandling the Memory Card (SmartMedia™*)Be sure to handle Memory Cards with care. Fol

29MOTIF Setting UpPowering UpSetting UpPowering UpPower-on ProcedureOnce you’ve made all the necessary connections between your MOTIF and any other d

290MOTIF AppendixConnecting external SCSI devicesAppendixConnecting external SCSI devicesThis section explains how to connect external devices such a

291MOTIF AppendixConnecting external SCSI devicesAppendix4 Attach the terminator to the SCSI connector (whichever one of the two is not connected) of

292MOTIF AppendixNotes on musical copyrightAppendixNotes on musical copyrightThe MOTIF supports SCMS (Serial Copy Management System) to protect the c

293MOTIF AppendixAppendixSpecificationsKeyboards MOTIF8 88 keys, Balanced Hammer Effect Keyboard (Initial Touch/Aftertouch)MOTIF7 76 keys, FS Keyb

294MOTIF AppendixSpecifications AppendixSequencer block Note Capacity Approx. 111,000 notesNote Resolution 480 ppq (parts per quarter note) Maximum

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Appendix296MOTIF AppendixDRUM ...42Drum Key Edit ...

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30MOTIF Basic StructureModeBasic StructureBasic StructureMode The MOTIF is organized with various modes, each covering a different set of operations

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31MOTIF Basic StructureModeBasic Structure Performance modeBasic Structure (page 42) · Basic Operation (page 67)Quick Start Guide (page 88) · Refere

32MOTIF Basic StructureModeBasic Structure Utility modeBasic Operation (page 67) · Reference (page 249)This mode is a sub-mode of the Voice/Performa

33MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic StructureSystem OverviewThis section provides an overview of the MOTIF’s wide range of sophisticated and

34MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic StructureTone Generator blockThe tone generator block is what actually produces sound in response to the

35MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic StructurePlug-in board line-up● Single Part Plug-in BoardsSingle Part Plug-in Boards let you add a comple

36MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic StructureMaximum PolyphonyThe maximum sonic polyphony is 62 for AWM2, plus the polyphony of the Plug-in B

37MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic StructureRelationship between the Part structure of the Tone Generator block and the Controller/Sequencer

38MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic Structure● Song/Pattern modeExternal sequencerMIDI sequence data(Song / Pattern)Tone Generator block (exa

39MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic StructureEffect blockThis block of the MOTIF applies effects to the output of the tone generator, process

(2)-8 1/2 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. WARNING Always follo

40MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic StructureEffect connection● In the Voice mode: Reference (page 137)You can select the Insertion connectio

41MOTIF Basic StructureSystem OverviewBasic Structure● In the Song/Pattern mode: Reference (page 210)The diagram below indicates the connection when

42MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureMain functionsVoices and Performances Quick Start Guide (pages 80, 88) · Reference (pages 121, 16

43MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureIn the Voice Play mode, you can select and play any of these Voices. In the Performance Play mode

44MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureWaves and ElementsWaves are the waveforms that make up the Elements, which in turn make up a Voic

45MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureNormal Voice and Drum VoiceInternally, there are two Voice Types: Normal Voices and Drum Voices.

46MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic Structure PitchReference (page 138)This unit controls the pitch of each Element output from OSC. You can

47MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic Structure• Band Pass FilterThis only passes a band of signals around the Cutoff frequency. The width of th

48MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureControllersThe MOTIF gives you an amazing amount of control options. Not only is it equipped wit

49MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureFoot ControllerAn optional Foot Controller (such as the FC7), connected to the FOOT CONTROLLER ja

(2)-8 2/2 • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or

50MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic Structure Using several sources to control one destinationContinuing from the example above, now create a

51MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureSong and Pattern (Sequencer mode)Basic Operation (page 67) · Reference (pages 177, 215)Songs and

52MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureTrack structure of PatternPatterns consist of Phrases (as shown below), and you can create them b

53MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureMIDI track recording method The following explanations are important points for you to keep in mi

54MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic Structure Punch In/Out (Song)You can use this method when you want to re-record only over a specific area

55MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureArpeggioQuick Start Guide (page 91) · Reference (page 128)This function automatically triggers pr

56MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureCreating User ArpeggiosActually, there is no direct operation for recording Arpeggios. First, yo

57MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureFour Zones (Voice Performance mode)In the Voice Performance mode, the keyboard can be divided int

58MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureSamplingQuick Start Guide (page 99) · Reference (page 233)Sampling is a powerful function that le

59MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureData created by SamplingRegardless of the mode, the raw Sampled data is the same, of course. How

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in t

60MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureUser Voices/Sample Voices and Waveformn When using the Sampling function, samples are stored to d

61MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureThree methods of Sample Recording StartYou can start sample recording with one of three methods.

62MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic Structure Loop This is used primarily to create long continuous sounds, such as brass and strings, or ins

63MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureInternal Memory and File ManagementQuick Start Guide (page 97) · Reference (page 261)The MOTIF cr

64MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureInternal Memory● ROM and RAMROM (Read Only Memory) is memory designed specifically for reading ou

65MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureRemote Control to Computer Sequence SoftwareQuick Start Guide (page 119) · Reference (page 256)Wh

66MOTIF Basic StructureMain functionsBasic StructureComputer Sequence Software The following computer sequence software programs can be controlled vi

67MOTIF Basic OperationCalling up the Operation DisplaysBasic OperationBasic OperationIn this section, we’ll take a look at the fundamental operating

68MOTIF Basic OperationCalling up the Operation DisplaysBasic Operation To select another mode, simply press the corresponding mode button.n Please n

69MOTIF Basic OperationCalling up the Operation DisplaysBasic OperationRecord mode (in the Song/Pattern and Sampling mode)The MOTIF also features Rec

7 MOTIF Introduction Introduction Congratulations and thank you for your purchase of the Yamaha MOTIF Music Production Synthesizer!You now own what

70MOTIF Basic OperationCalling up the Operation DisplaysBasic OperationEdit modeThe four main modes (Voice/Performance/Song/Pattern), the Sampling mo

71MOTIF Basic OperationCalling up the Operation DisplaysBasic OperationStore modeThe Voice Play mode, Performance Play mode, Song Mixing mode, Patter

72MOTIF Basic OperationDisplay-based ControlsBasic OperationHow to leave the current displayFor most operations (especially editing and Job- or Store

73MOTIF Basic OperationDisplay-based ControlsBasic OperationInformation DisplayThis convenient function lets you call up relevant details about the s

74MOTIF Basic OperationDisplay-based ControlsBasic OperationThe available functions are shown at the top of the display, and the value changes as you

75MOTIF Basic OperationDisplay-based ControlsBasic OperationNote (Key) settingsSeveral MOTIF parameters let you set a key range for a function — for

76MOTIF Basic OperationDisplay-based ControlsBasic Operation3 Move the cursor to the next position of the name by using the Cursor button. 4 Enter th

77MOTIF Quick Start GuidePlaying the DemosQuick Start GuideQuick Start GuideThis helpful and informative section of the manual takes you on a guided

78MOTIF Quick Start GuidePlaying the Demos Quick Start GuidePlaying the Song DemoA variety of Demo songs have been programmed to the MOTIF, showcasin

79MOTIF Quick Start GuidePlaying the DemosQuick Start GuidePlaying the Master DemoThe MOTIF has so many powerful features, functions, and modes, it m

8 MOTIF Introduction Important Features Wide range of dynamic and authentic voices — over 512 in total, with 49 drum kits. Use the Category

80MOTIF Quick Start GuidePlaying Voices Quick Start GuidePlaying VoicesReference (page 124)The Voice Play mode is where you select and play the instr

81MOTIF Quick Start GuidePlaying VoicesQuick Start GuideUsing the Category Search functionReference (page 126)The MOTIF features a powerful Category

82MOTIF Quick Start GuidePlaying Voices Quick Start GuideKeyboard Octave (MOTIF6/MOTIF7)Sometimes when playing a voice, you may wish to play in a low

83MOTIF Quick Start GuideEditing VoicesQuick Start GuideEditing VoicesThe Voice Play mode not only lets you play voices, it lets you perform a variet

84MOTIF Quick Start GuideEditing Voices Quick Start GuideVoice editing with the Control knobsReference (page 132)These knobs let you change various a

85MOTIF Quick Start GuideEditing VoicesQuick Start GuideAbout each assigned function ATTACK RELEAS

86MOTIF Quick Start GuideStoring edited Voices Quick Start GuideStoring edited VoicesReference (page 160)Once you’ve edited a voice, you can store i

87MOTIF Quick Start GuideStoring edited VoicesQuick Start GuideAbout Plug-in VoicesBasic Structure (page 34)Plug-in Boards give you an enormous amoun

88MOTIF Quick Start GuidePlaying Performances Quick Start GuidePlaying PerformancesBasic Structure (page 42) · Reference (page 162)In the Performance

89MOTIF Quick Start GuideEditing Performances (Layer/Split)Quick Start GuideEditing Performances (Layer/Split)Basic Structure (page 45) · Reference (

9 MOTIF Table of Contents Table of Contents The Controls & Connectors 10 Front Panel ... 10

90MOTIF Quick Start GuideStoring the edited Performance Quick Start GuideStoring the edited PerformanceReference (page 176)Once you’ve edited a perfo

91MOTIF Quick Start GuideUsing the Arpeggio functionQuick Start GuideUsing the Arpeggio functionBasic Structure (page 55) · Reference (pages 128, 165

92MOTIF Quick Start GuideUsing the Arpeggio function Quick Start GuideArpeggio Type, Tempo, and LimitA variety of Arpeggio types are provided with th

93MOTIF Quick Start GuideUsing as a Master KeyboardQuick Start GuideUsing as a Master KeyboardBasic Structure (page 56) · Reference (page 268 )The MO

94MOTIF Quick Start GuideUsing as a Master Keyboard Quick Start GuidePLG 2ABCDEFGH15CATEGORYSEARCHOCTAVEDOWNUPKNOBCONTROLFUNCTIONPANREVERBCHORUSTEMPO

95MOTIF Quick Start GuideUsing as a Master KeyboardQuick Start GuideMaster Keyboard settings● Layer/Split settings using an external tone generatorTh

96MOTIF Quick Start GuideUsing as a Master Keyboard Quick Start Guide● Control Number settingsHere in the KN/CS display of the Master Edit mode, you

97MOTIF Quick Start GuideSaving/Loading dataQuick Start GuideSaving/Loading dataBasic Structure (page 63) · Reference (page 266)Many different types

98MOTIF Quick Start GuideSaving/Loading data Quick Start GuideLoading data PLG 2ABCDEFGH15CATEGORYSEARCHOCTAVEDOWNUPKNOBCONTROLFUNCTIONPANREVERBCHOR

99MOTIF Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling Sequencer)Quick Start GuideSampling with Song Playback (Integrated Sampling