INTRODUCTION

The Yamaha MX49 MKII Music Synthesizer puts a huge collection of Yamaha MOTIF-derived sounds, 16-part multitimbral performance, extensive effects and deep computer integration into an exceptionally compact 49-note instrument weighing just 3.8kg.

Designed for:

• Gigging keyboard players

• Producers

• Songwriters

• Home studios

• Students

• Electronic musicians

• Multi-keyboard rigs

the MX49 combines Yamaha’s proven AWM2 sound engine with more than a thousand preset instrument Voices originally developed from the renowned MOTIF XS sound library.

Its sound set covers:

• Acoustic pianos

• Electric pianos

• Organs

• Strings

• Brass

• Woodwind

• Guitars

• Bass

• Synth leads

• Pads

• Orchestral instruments

• Percussion

• Drum kits

• Electronic textures

The MX49 is also designed to bridge the gap between hardware synthesizer and computer-based music production.

A single USB connection can carry:

Audio and MIDI

between the MX49 and a compatible computer or device.

The current MX49 generation adds class-compliant USB Audio/MIDI, making integration with compatible iOS devices significantly easier than on the original-generation MX.

You also get:

• 128-note polyphony

• 16-part multitimbral operation

• 1,106 preset Normal Voices

• 61 preset Drum Kits

• 128 User Voices

• 8 User Drum Kits

• 128 Performances

• 208 Rhythm Patterns

• 999 Arpeggio types

• VCM effects

• USB TO HOST

• USB TO DEVICE

• MIDI IN/OUT

• AUX input

• Four assignable control knobs

• Cubase integration

• Lightweight 3.8kg construction

For musicians who want a broad professional sound palette without carrying a large workstation, the MX49 remains an extremely practical compact synthesizer.

QUICK PRODUCT SUMMARY

The Yamaha MX49 MKII is a lightweight 49-key synthesizer combining more than 1,000 MOTIF-derived Voices with 16-part multitimbral operation, extensive effects and class-compliant USB Audio/MIDI connectivity.

Highlights include:

• 49 touch-sensitive keys

• Initial Touch

• Yamaha AWM2 tone generation

• 128-note maximum polyphony

• 1,106 preset Normal Voices

• 61 preset Drum Kits

• GM Voice bank

• 128 User Normal Voices

• 8 User Drum Kits

• 16-part multitimbral

• 128 Performances

• 208 Rhythm Patterns

• 999 Arpeggio types

• VCM effects

• 48 Insertion Effect types

• 17 Chorus types

• 9 Reverb types

• 5-band Master EQ

• Four assignable control knobs

• Pitch Bend wheel

• Modulation wheel

• USB Audio/MIDI

• Class-compliant USB connectivity

• USB TO DEVICE

• MIDI IN/OUT

• AUX IN

• Foot Controller input

• Sustain input

• Cubase integration

• Compact 49-note design

• Approx. 3.8kg

AT A GLANCE

Key Detail	Information
Product	Yamaha MX49 MKII
Yamaha Current Model Name	MX49 BK
Product Type	Music Synthesizer
Finish	Black
Number of Keys	49
Touch Response	Initial Touch
Tone Generator	AWM2
Maximum Polyphony	128 Notes
Preset Normal Voices	1,106
Preset Drum Kits	61
User Normal Voices	128
User Drum Kits	8
Multitimbral Capacity	16 Parts
Performances	128 User
Rhythm Patterns	208
Arpeggio Types	999
USB Audio/MIDI	Yes
Class Compliant USB	Yes
MIDI	IN / OUT
USB TO HOST	Yes
USB TO DEVICE	Yes
Built-In Speakers	No
Width	830mm
Height	91mm
Depth	298mm
Weight	3.8kg
Condition	New

KEY FEATURES

• Compact Yamaha music synthesizer

• Current-generation MX49 architecture

• 49-note touch-sensitive keyboard

• Initial Touch

• AWM2 sound engine

• 128-note polyphony

• More than 1,000 MOTIF-derived preset Voices

• 1,106 preset Normal Voices

• 61 preset Drum Kits

• 128 User Normal Voices

• 8 User Drum Kits

• 16-part multitimbral operation

• 128 Performances

• 208 Rhythm Patterns

• 999 Arpeggio types

• Extensive VCM effects

• Four assignable control knobs

• Pitch Bend wheel

• Modulation wheel

• USB Audio/MIDI

• Class-compliant USB connectivity

• USB TO DEVICE

• MIDI IN/OUT

• AUX IN

• Foot Controller input

• Sustain pedal input

• Cubase integration

• Compact 830mm width

• Approx. 3.8kg

CURRENT-GENERATION MX49 / “MKII”

The version commonly referred to as the:

MX49 MKII

is officially listed by Yamaha UK as:

MX49 BK

within the MX BK/BU Series.

The major update over the original MX generation is its:

Class-compliant USB Audio/MIDI implementation.

This gives the newer MX much stronger integration with compatible computers and iOS devices without requiring the same driver-dependent setup as the original generation.

So while “MX49 MKII” is a useful retail description, Yamaha’s own current product designation is:

MX49 BK

for the Black version.

49-NOTE TOUCH-SENSITIVE KEYBOARD

The MX49 uses:

49 full-size keys

with:

Initial Touch sensitivity.

This means the sound responds dynamically to playing velocity.

Its compact keyboard is particularly useful for:

• Synth playing

• Organ

• Pads

• Bass

• Leads

• Electronic music

• Studio programming

• Second-keyboard rigs

The 49-note layout also helps keep the MX extremely portable.

AWM2 SOUND ENGINE

The MX49 uses Yamaha’s:

AWM2 – Advanced Wave Memory 2

tone-generation system.

This sample-based engine provides a broad collection of realistic acoustic instruments alongside synthesizer sounds and electronic textures.

The MX sound library draws heavily from Yamaha’s acclaimed:

MOTIF XS

series.

That gives the MX access to sounds originally developed for one of Yamaha’s flagship professional workstation families.

MORE THAN 1,000 MOTIF-DERIVED SOUNDS

The MX49 provides:

1,106 preset Normal Voices

plus:

61 preset Drum Kits.

The Normal Voice library covers a huge variety of instruments.

Categories include:

• Acoustic piano

• Electric piano

• Organ

• Guitar

• Bass

• Strings

• Brass

• Woodwind

• Synth leads

• Synth pads

• Choir

• Orchestral sounds

• Percussion

• Electronic textures

For such a compact instrument, the MX49 provides an unusually broad professional sound palette.

128-NOTE POLYPHONY

Maximum polyphony is:

128 notes.

This gives the MX49 enough capacity for:

• Layered Performances

• Sustained sounds

• Piano playing

• Arpeggios

• Rhythm Patterns

• Multitimbral arrangements

• MIDI playback

without notes being unnecessarily cut off during more complex arrangements.

16-PART MULTITIMBRAL OPERATION

The MX49 can operate with:

16 internal Parts.

This means different Voices can be assigned across multiple MIDI channels for:

• Sequencing

• DAW arrangements

• External MIDI playback

• Multi-Part music production

The MX therefore works not only as a live synthesizer but also as a compact hardware sound module within a studio.

128 PERFORMANCES

The MX provides:

128 User Performances.

A Performance can combine multiple settings into a ready-to-play configuration.

This makes it useful for:

• Splits

• Layers

• Song setups

• Stage patches

• Studio arrangements

SPLIT & LAYER

The MX49 can quickly create combinations such as:

• Piano + strings

• Piano + pad

• Bass + piano

• Electric piano + strings

• Synth lead + pad

• Organ + brass

This makes it useful for players who need complete live keyboard setups from a compact instrument.

999 ARPEGGIO TYPES

The MX49 provides:

999 Arpeggio types.

These can generate rhythmic and musical phrases across a wide variety of sounds.

Applications include:

• Synth patterns

• Guitar-style phrases

• Bass lines

• Rhythmic accompaniment

• Electronic music

• Production ideas

• Live performance textures

208 RHYTHM PATTERNS

The MX includes:

208 Rhythm Patterns.

These provide built-in drum grooves that can be used for:

• Practice

• Songwriting

• Jamming

• Performance

• Arranging

VCM EFFECTS

The MX includes Yamaha’s:

VCM – Virtual Circuitry Modeling

effects.

VCM models the behaviour of classic analogue processors at circuit level rather than simply approximating their frequency response.

This gives the MX access to vintage-style effects inspired by classic:

• EQ

• Flanger

• Phaser

• Wah

processing.

INSERTION EFFECTS

The MX49 provides:

48 Insertion Effect types

with:

267 presets

and up to:

4 simultaneous Insertion Effect Parts.

This allows individual sounds to retain specialised processing within a Performance.

CHORUS

The MX provides:

17 Chorus types

with:

88 presets.

These include modulation and spatial effects suitable for:

• Electric piano

• Synth pads

• Strings

• Guitars

• Organ

• Ensemble sounds

REVERB

The MX provides:

9 Reverb types

with:

42 presets.

These can add anything from subtle ambience to larger spatial environments.

5-BAND MASTER EQ

A:

5-band Master EQ

allows the overall output to be tailored to:

• PA systems

• Recording environments

• Stage monitors

• Headphones

• Different rooms

FOUR ASSIGNABLE KNOBS

The MX49 provides:

4 assignable control knobs.

These allow real-time manipulation of sound parameters during performance.

Depending on the setup, the knobs can control functions including:

• Filter

• Resonance

• Envelope parameters

• Effects

• Other assignable sound controls

PITCH BEND & MODULATION

Dedicated:

• Pitch Bend wheel

• Modulation wheel

provide traditional synthesizer performance control.

These are particularly useful for:

• Synth leads

• Brass

• Strings

• Guitar Voices

• Electronic sounds

CLASS-COMPLIANT USB AUDIO & MIDI

One of the major advantages of the current MX49 generation is:

Class-compliant USB Audio/MIDI.

A compatible computer or iOS device can communicate with the MX through a single USB connection.

This allows the MX to act as both:

• MIDI controller

• Hardware sound source

• USB audio interface

within a compact music-production setup.

USB AUDIO INTERFACE

The MX can transmit audio digitally through its USB connection.

This can remove the need for a separate audio interface in straightforward recording setups.

For musicians building a compact studio around a laptop or compatible device, this is a significant practical advantage.

USB MIDI

The same USB connection carries MIDI data.

The MX49 can therefore:

• Play software instruments

• Record MIDI into a DAW

• Receive MIDI from software

• Act as a hardware sound module

• Integrate with computer-based production

DEEP DAW INTEGRATION

The MX was designed to bridge:

Hardware synthesizer + software production.

Its controller functions can be used with compatible DAWs, allowing musicians to access transport and software controls without constantly moving back to the computer.

CUBASE INTEGRATION

The MX integrates particularly closely with:

Steinberg Cubase.

Yamaha’s original MX package also includes Cubase AI download information.

Compatible Cubase workflows allow the MX to function as both:

• Synthesizer

• MIDI controller

• Audio interface

for a streamlined production setup.

CUBASIS LE

The current MX generation can also unlock additional functionality within:

Cubasis LE

when used with compatible iOS devices.

This extends the MX concept into portable tablet-based music production.

FM ESSENTIAL

The current MX49 can integrate with Yamaha’s:

FM Essential

iOS synthesizer.

Connecting a compatible MX unlocks the full FM Essential sound set, including Voices inspired by classic Yamaha FM instruments such as:

• DX100

• TX81Z

• V50

alongside additional FM Essential sounds.

Yamaha lists 271 high-quality Voices within the fully unlocked FM Essential environment.

USB TO DEVICE

The MX49 includes:

USB TO DEVICE.

This allows compatible USB storage devices to be connected for functions including:

• Saving MX data

• Loading compatible data

• Playback of suitable WAV audio files

WAV PLAYBACK

Compatible WAV files stored on USB media can be played back directly through the MX.

This can be useful for:

• Backing tracks

• Practice

• Performance

• Reference material

AUX INPUT

The MX49 includes:

AUX IN

using a stereo mini jack.

This allows an external audio source such as:

• Smartphone

• Tablet

• Music player

to be connected to the synthesizer.

MIDI IN / OUT

Traditional:

• MIDI IN

• MIDI OUT

connections are included.

This allows integration with:

• External keyboards

• Sound modules

• Sequencers

• MIDI controllers

• Hardware studio equipment

LINE OUTPUTS

The MX49 provides:

• OUTPUT L/MONO

• OUTPUT R

using standard 6.3mm jack connections.

These can connect to:

• PA systems

• Keyboard amplifiers

• Powered monitors

• Mixers

• Audio interfaces

HEADPHONE OUTPUT

A standard:

6.3mm stereo headphone output

is provided.

This allows private practice and direct monitoring.

FOOT CONTROLLER

A dedicated:

FOOT CONTROLLER

input allows compatible expression or assignable control pedals to be used.

SUSTAIN INPUT

A dedicated:

SUSTAIN

connection is provided for a compatible sustain pedal.

COMPACT & LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN

One of the MX49’s biggest practical advantages is its extremely low weight.

At only:

3.8kg

it is lighter than many conventional MIDI controller keyboards, despite containing:

• Full synthesizer engine

• More than 1,000 preset Voices

• Effects

• USB Audio/MIDI

• MIDI ports

• Display

• Hardware controls

This makes it extremely easy to transport.

ONLY 830MM WIDE

The MX49 measures just:

830mm wide.

This makes it particularly useful for:

• Small studios

• Desktop production setups

• Multi-keyboard rigs

• Tight stage spaces

• Musicians travelling by car or public transport

NO BUILT-IN SPEAKERS

The MX49 does:

not

have built-in speakers.

For audible playback it should be connected to:

• Headphones

• Powered monitors

• Keyboard amplifier

• PA system

• Audio system

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Yamaha MX49 MKII is particularly well suited to:

• Synth players

• Producers

• Songwriters

• Home studio musicians

• Gigging keyboardists

• Electronic musicians

• Students

• Multi-keyboard performers

• MIDI users

• DAW-based musicians

• Players wanting MOTIF sounds at a lower price

• Musicians needing an extremely lightweight hardware synth

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The MX49 is suitable for:

• Pop

• Rock

• Electronic music

• Synth-pop

• EDM

• R&B

• Soul

• Funk

• Hip-hop

• Worship

• Indie

• Film and media composition

• Songwriting

• Studio production

• Live performance

• MIDI sequencing

MX49 MKII VS MX61 MKII

The MX49 and MX61 share the same core:

• AWM2 sound engine

• Voice library

• Polyphony

• Effects

• Performances

• Arpeggios

• USB Audio/MIDI

• Connectivity

The main difference is keyboard size.

MX49

• 49 keys

• 830mm wide

• 3.8kg

• Extremely compact

MX61

• 61 keys

• 984mm wide

• 4.8kg

• Greater playing range

Choose the MX49 when maximum portability and minimum space are priorities.

Choose the MX61 when the extra octave is more important.

MX49 VS MX88

The MX88 shares much of the MX sound architecture but is designed for piano-focused players.

MX49

• 49 touch-sensitive keys

• Non-hammer action

• 3.8kg

• Compact synth format

MX88

• 88-note GHS hammer-action keyboard

• Piano-oriented playing feel

• Full 88-note range

• 13.9kg

• Much larger chassis

Choose the MX49 for portable synth and studio use.

Choose the MX88 when full-range weighted piano playing matters.

MX49 VS CK61

These instruments have different priorities.

MX49

Focused on:

• Large MOTIF-derived sound library

• 16-part multitimbral operation

• DAW integration

• Arpeggios

• Sequencing

• Compact synth use

• 3.8kg

CK61

Focused on:

• Live performance

• Direct front-panel control

• Dedicated organ drawbars

• Piano / organ / synth workflow

• Built-in speakers

• Battery operation

Choose the MX49 when studio integration, sound count and multitimbral synthesis matter.

Choose the CK61 when immediate live control and self-contained portability are more important.

MX49 VS MODX M6

The MX49 is significantly simpler and lighter than the MODX M6.

MX49

• AWM2

• 1,106 preset Normal Voices

• 16 Parts

• 128-note polyphony

• Compact LCD

• Simple hardware control

• 3.8kg

MODX M6

• Significantly more advanced synthesis architecture

• AWM2

• FM-X

• AN-X

• Much deeper sound design

• Advanced performance control

• Touchscreen workflow

• Larger memory and processing capability

Choose the MX49 when simplicity, portability and value matter most.

Choose MODX M6 when advanced synthesis and sound-design depth are priorities.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Yamaha MX49 MKII
Yamaha Model	MX49 BK
Product Type	Music Synthesizer
Finish	Black
Number of Keys	49
Touch Response	Initial Touch
Tone Generator	AWM2
Wave Memory	Approx. 166MB equivalent
Maximum Polyphony	128 Notes
Multitimbral Capacity	16 Parts Internal
Preset Normal Voices	1,106
Preset Drum Kits	61
GM Voices	128 Normal + 1 Drum Kit
User Normal Voices	128
User Drum Kits	8
Performances	128 User
Reverb	9 Types / 42 Presets
Chorus	17 Types / 88 Presets
Insertion Effects	48 Types / 267 Presets × 4
Master EQ	5-Band
Rhythm Patterns	208
Arpeggio Types	999
Demo Songs	27
SMF Playback	Format 0
Tempo Range	5–300 BPM
Assignable Knobs	4
Pitch Bend Wheel	Yes
Modulation Wheel	Yes
Display	3-Digit LED + 20 × 2 Character LCD
Main Outputs	L/MONO / R
Headphones	6.3mm Stereo
Foot Controller	Yes
Sustain	Yes
MIDI	IN / OUT
USB TO HOST	Yes
USB TO DEVICE	Yes
USB Audio/MIDI	Yes
Class Compliant USB	Yes – Current MX Generation
AUX IN	Stereo Mini
Built-In Speakers	No
AC Adaptor	PA-150 or Recommended Equivalent
Power Consumption	9W
Standby Consumption	0.3W
Width	830mm
Height	91mm
Depth	298mm
Weight	3.8kg
Condition	New

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

The Yamaha MX49 measures approximately:

Width: 830mm
Height: 91mm
Depth: 298mm
Weight: 3.8kg

Those figures make it one of Yamaha’s most portable full-featured hardware synthesizers.

At under four kilograms, it can be carried easily between:

• Home

• Studio

• Rehearsal

• Stage

• Lessons

without the transport burden associated with larger workstations.

🎵 FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Producers, songwriters, gigging musicians and students who want a large Yamaha MOTIF-derived sound library in an exceptionally lightweight keyboard.

Likely upgrade path: Entry-level synthesizers, older portable keyboards and MIDI-controller users looking for a standalone hardware sound engine with serious DAW integration.

Useful pairings: Sustain pedal, expression pedal, Yamaha SC-MX49 soft case, compact keyboard stand and suitable headphones or powered monitors.

Our tip: The MX49’s spec sheet makes much more sense when you remember it weighs only 3.8kg. You are getting a 16-part Yamaha hardware synth, more than a thousand preset Voices, extensive arpeggios, effects and USB Audio/MIDI in something that is genuinely easy to carry with one hand.

FDM view: The MX49 remains a great little workhorse. It does not have the deep touchscreen synthesis architecture of a MODX M or MONTAGE M, and that is precisely part of its appeal. It is compact, quick to understand, full of strong MOTIF-derived sounds and very easy to integrate with a computer. For musicians who want real Yamaha hardware sounds without paying for — or carrying — a flagship workstation, it continues to make a lot of sense.

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• MX49 vs MX61

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• MX49 vs MODX M6

• Synthesizer comparisons

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• Sustain pedals

• Expression pedals

• Cases

• Stands

• Studio monitors

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is it officially called the Yamaha MX49 MKII?

Yamaha’s current UK product page calls the Black version:

MX49 BK

within the MX BK/BU Series.

“MX49 MKII” is commonly used to distinguish this revised generation from the original MX49.

What changed on the newer MX49 generation?

One of the main updates is:

Class-compliant USB Audio/MIDI connectivity

with improved compatibility for computer and iOS workflows.

How many keys does it have?

49.

Are the keys touch sensitive?

Yes.

Yamaha specifies:

Initial Touch.

Is the keyboard weighted?

No.

It is a lightweight synthesizer-style keyboard rather than a hammer-action piano keyboard.

What sound engine does it use?

Yamaha:

AWM2.

Are the sounds based on MOTIF?

Yes.

A major part of the MX Voice library is derived from Yamaha’s acclaimed MOTIF XS Series.

How many preset Voices are there?

1,106 Normal Voices.

How many Drum Kits?

61 preset Drum Kits.

How much polyphony does it have?

Up to:

128 notes.

Is it multitimbral?

Yes.

It supports:

16 internal Parts.

How many Performances can it store?

128 User Performances.

How many Arpeggios are included?

999 types.

How many Rhythm Patterns?

208.

Does it have effects?

Yes.

The MX includes:

• 9 Reverb types

• 17 Chorus types

• 48 Insertion Effect types

• 5-band Master EQ

Does it have VCM effects?

Yes.

Does it have assignable knobs?

Yes.

There are:

4 assignable control knobs.

Does it have Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels?

Yes.

Does it have USB Audio?

Yes.

Does it have USB MIDI?

Yes.

Is USB class compliant?

The current MX49 BK generation adds:

Class-compliant USB Audio/MIDI.

Does it work with iOS devices?

Compatible iOS workflows are supported, subject to appropriate hardware, software and current device compatibility.

Does it work with FM Essential?

Yes.

The MX BK/BU generation can unlock the full feature set of Yamaha’s FM Essential app on compatible devices.

Does it have standard MIDI sockets?

Yes.

• MIDI IN

• MIDI OUT

Does it have USB TO HOST?

Yes.

Does it have USB TO DEVICE?

Yes.

Can it play WAV files from USB?

Yes, compatible WAV playback from USB storage is supported.

Does it have AUX IN?

Yes.

A stereo mini input is provided.

Does it have line outputs?

Yes.

• L/MONO

• R

Does it have a headphone output?

Yes.

Can I connect a sustain pedal?

Yes.

Can I connect an expression controller?

Yes.

A Foot Controller input is provided.

Does it have built-in speakers?

No.

You will need headphones or external amplification.

Does it run on batteries?

Yamaha specifies operation from its AC adaptor; battery operation is not listed for the MX49.

Which power supply does it use?

Yamaha specifies:

PA-150

or an equivalent recommended adaptor.

How wide is the MX49?

Approximately:

830mm.

How high is it?

Approximately:

91mm.

How deep is it?

Approximately:

298mm.

How much does it weigh?

Just:

3.8kg.

Is MX49 lighter than MX61?

Yes.

MX49 – 3.8kg

MX61 – 4.8kg

Should I choose MX49 or MX61?

Choose the MX49 if:

• Maximum portability matters

• You have limited studio or stage space

• 49 keys are enough

• You want the lowest possible weight

Choose the MX61 if:

• You want a wider playing range

• 61 keys are more useful for splits and layers

Their core synth architecture is effectively shared.

Should I choose MX49 or CK61?

Choose MX49 if you want:

• More than 1,000 MOTIF-derived preset Voices

• 16-part multitimbral operation

• 999 Arpeggios

• Strong DAW integration

• Extremely low 3.8kg weight

Choose CK61 if you want:

• Dedicated organ drawbars

• Built-in speakers

• Battery operation

• More immediate live performance controls

Should I choose MX49 or MODX M6?

Choose MX49 for:

• Simplicity

• Portability

• MOTIF-derived sounds

• Low cost

• Very low weight

Choose MODX M6 for:

• AWM2

• FM-X

• AN-X

• Much deeper synthesis

• More advanced modulation

• More sophisticated Performances

• Modern touchscreen workflow

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Yamaha specifies the standard MX49 package as including:

• Yamaha MX49 Music Synthesizer

• PA-150 AC adaptor or equivalent recommended Yamaha adaptor

• Owner’s Manual

• Cubase AI download information

Exact Fair Deal Music UK package contents should follow the stock actually supplied.

MOTIF SOUNDS. SERIOUS CONNECTIVITY. JUST 3.8KG.

The Yamaha MX49 packs a surprising amount of synthesizer into an exceptionally small chassis.

You get:

49 touch-sensitive keys.

AWM2 synthesis.

1,106 preset Normal Voices.

61 Drum Kits.

128-note polyphony.

16-Part multitimbral operation.

128 Performances.

999 Arpeggio types.

208 Rhythm Patterns.

VCM effects.

USB Audio/MIDI.

Class-compliant connectivity.

MIDI IN/OUT.

USB storage.

And all of that weighs just:

3.8kg.

For musicians who want Yamaha MOTIF-derived sounds, straightforward hardware controls and strong computer integration in a synth that is genuinely easy to take anywhere, the Yamaha MX49 remains a remarkably practical choice.