Is the Yamaha MODX Synth Easy to Use?

The Yamaha MODX is a great synth. But what makes a great synth other than the way it sounds? I would argue that workflow and ease of use is a close second in priority. Hence, this video is not another sound demo, but more of a how to video in which we take a look at the basic features of the MODX performance synth and workstation to discover if it is truly easy to use at least relatively speaking.

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  • @SanjayC
    @SanjayC3 жыл бұрын

    Great video and nice voice! Sounds like you should be on the radio!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Sanjay for stopping by! I really appreciate it.

  • @subodhananayakkara

    @subodhananayakkara

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sanjay😍

  • @tirameyhey1845
    @tirameyhey18452 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful video! You are explaining the features so well that I can’t wait for my modx to arrive now and try out everything you showed. Please keep up posting tutorials!

  • @glensjm
    @glensjm3 жыл бұрын

    This is EXACTLY what I was looking for, an introductory tutorial that was more than just showing how to pick an instrument, but not concentrating on the esoteric stuff. I feel confident that I can hit the ground running when I get mine. Thanks so much!! (I subscribed because of this video.)

  • @johannagriffin7545
    @johannagriffin75452 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for such a helpful video. I've watched loads of MODX7 videos in an attempt to understand how to use the beast and THIS one has helped me the most.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @darrenhirst9900
    @darrenhirst99002 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate you making this Darrick. I learn a lot by watching and people like you make it easier for people like me. Thank you sir.

  • @davidallred991
    @davidallred9912 жыл бұрын

    I have many synths and someone asked me if I could only keep one, which one would it be. I said the MODx hands down. I wouldn't say it is my favorite because I like the analog sound of some of my others but nothing comes even close to what the MODx can do. Not even in the same ballpark. With that said, I would say it is far from a intuitive synth. This is due to the combination of how incredibly deep the synth is and also that Yamaha has not really done a great job on the UI or programing flow. I would say it is a fairly easy synth to have some fun with and combine some performances, simple pattern, etc.. However to get the most out of it, it is quite complicated and you have to do tons of research, tutorials, and forums to get the most out of it. I feel like most MODx owners barely scratch the surface of what this thing can do because it is quite difficult to learn how to get really deep with it, which is a shame because of how much they are missing out on.

  • @peterwilson69

    @peterwilson69

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agree; The MODX has a similar vibe to the DX7. Too hard to program the DX7 so most people just used the built-in presets or bought extra sounds. Having said all that, I am getting better at programming the MODX and can even see their logic and consistency from DX7 to MODX. It almost demands a detailed approach to programming it, because it can actually do a lot of things. In some respects they’ve made very efficient design decisions at the expense of a greater learning curve. I absolutely love my MODX; its the best thing I’ve bought for myself in 30 years!

  • @JamesDory

    @JamesDory

    Жыл бұрын

    I do agree. There is no need to use the analog synths for a live performance. Most musical directors always want to fix sounds on rehearsals. So as a keyboarder I always asked to fix sound sets on my keyboards before live performance. The keyboards that have sound list for live like Kronos, Nautilus, Monstage and Modx are so useful for live. Modx is the most economic gig.

  • @Moon-nf5fr

    @Moon-nf5fr

    11 ай бұрын

    I'm one of those people. I have one but have never taken the time to learn what it does. I just scroll through the sounds and pick one I like. I'll have to make an effort but I find the thought a bit daunting.

  • @rafaelevoramartorell

    @rafaelevoramartorell

    5 ай бұрын

    Now the real question would be: what’s next? After the killer M8x? What’s the next MODX gen going to be like and when will they come out with it? I need better transitions (without cutouts) between performances and more polyphony, even use the 16 channels in the software. I don’t mind if it’s more expensive I need it to be light as the Modx and not heavy like the M8X

  • @paulheskett8358
    @paulheskett83582 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for some really useful information. I’ve had my Modx8 for two years and this has been instructive and helpful 🙏Love your piano playing too!

  • @fredpeters7280
    @fredpeters728011 ай бұрын

    Dear Darrick, thank you from the Netherlands. I just received my MODX6+ 2 days ago and your video has helped me a lot to get started

  • @Amatteus
    @Amatteus Жыл бұрын

    Excellent explanation. The best i have seen so far. Clear, to the point. Fantastic Darrick. Thank you.

  • @maxguybertlyron2683
    @maxguybertlyron2683 Жыл бұрын

    Wow! So instructive. I'm about to replace a MOXF6 with a MODX8, this video is all I needed for live performance at church! Thank you Darrick

  • @mikemurphy5716
    @mikemurphy57165 ай бұрын

    Not only an informative video on the functions of this synth but your playing is incredible...wish I had that magic in my hands...well done sir

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    5 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @grahamseel
    @grahamseel2 жыл бұрын

    Having just read some of the owner's manual, but not yet had time on the keyboard, this was exceptionally helpful in visualizing the basic functions and navigation for the MODX - thank you!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    It would be nice if manufacturers just created videos on how to use their products. Videos are so cheap and easy to make now. It would really go a long way. I learn much faster by watching a person perform a task rather than reading it. Thanks for watching!

  • @stephanieboesso9373
    @stephanieboesso93732 жыл бұрын

    Thank-you soooooo much for this tutorial!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am looking forward to watching all your videos. I was ready to return the Yamaha MODX 8, but you clarified many confusions!!!Thank-You!!

  • @MikaHalonen1974
    @MikaHalonen19743 жыл бұрын

    OMG you saved days or even months of my life to comprehend modx6! Thank you so much! Subbed!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @jamessisson3703
    @jamessisson37033 жыл бұрын

    Well, if you aren't an official Yamaha demonstrator, you should be. Extremely helpful as I just got my MODX6 and this video is a massive help. Thanks :)

  • @ArcticKid68
    @ArcticKid683 жыл бұрын

    I just got a MoDX8 a few days ago - primarily because the FA-08 was backordered til “who knows when.” I am NOT disappointed! Problem is that the terminology was almost crippling in the differences. By you using the proper MoDX “verbiage” I was/am able to start to wrap my head around the functions. PLEASE do more vids! No other vid has been so clear and concise. You take the time vs bounce through buttons and I/we wonder just what you did. SO helpful! Subscribed!!!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your subscription! I appreciate it.

  • @russwalker1
    @russwalker13 жыл бұрын

    Excellent "how-to". I'm sold!

  • @donaldsuitemusic8902
    @donaldsuitemusic89024 ай бұрын

    I found your video, it was excatly what I was looking for. I'm thinking of buying a Modx 6 and this video tells me everything I wanted to know.Bravo Darrick.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching! I appreciate it!

  • @randahlahamanandacrawford6421
    @randahlahamanandacrawford64213 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Darrick! I’ve learned more about my MODX from your video then from any other source.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure! Thank you for watching

  • @AtishM
    @AtishM9 ай бұрын

    One of the best tutorials I found on MODX ❤

  • @gimble8638
    @gimble86383 жыл бұрын

    by far one of the best MODX videos i have seen of this frankly underrated machine, you sir have just gained another new subscriber :)

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @sustaitacuhh

    @sustaitacuhh

    2 жыл бұрын

    What speaker can I connect to?

  • @darrenhirst9900

    @darrenhirst9900

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@sustaitacuhh I use Yamaha HS8'S studio monitors and it sounds gorgeous.

  • @wilhelmwaight6099
    @wilhelmwaight60993 жыл бұрын

    Hello Darrick ,I just wanted to say Thank You showing us a whole lot to do with this equipment .i was somewhat stumped and taught when in the world will i ever understand this Keyboard. you made it much more helpful .I certainly appreciate it .

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching. I really appreciate the comment! I read enough negative ones to appreciate when a person takes the time to say "thank you."

  • @sumanhalder9655
    @sumanhalder96552 жыл бұрын

    thank you.. very well and easy explained.. i just bought MODX7 and got a lot help from you video.. god bless you

  • @paulg3884
    @paulg38842 жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU! I just moved from a Motif XF, this video was really helpful in getting my head around the MODX workflow. Easier than my XF in so many ways! Subscribed!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @rnic74
    @rnic74 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, what a great video!! This is the most helpful video I have seen yet for the MODX! Subscribed!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @donkeevney
    @donkeevney3 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant video, extremely helpful, and well explained. Thank you. It made my mind up to get this synth.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Enjoy! It's a great keyboard. Thank you for watching!

  • @andycordy5190
    @andycordy51903 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the blow by blow construction of a performance and a split. Really clear👍

  • @garylecureux9017
    @garylecureux90173 ай бұрын

    Great video. By far the most explanatory. I really reached when I purchased the MODX7+ but after watching your video, I feel a little better about my decision. I am still learning terms and wish I had a glossary for understanding. Fortunately and maybe even better AI can can explain to, however sometimes they get it wrong. Thank you for posting this.

  • @thahardman
    @thahardman2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid man! This helped me get the basic functions down

  • @onionhat9141
    @onionhat91413 жыл бұрын

    Totally thinking about getting this. Nice sounds, Awesome presets, also it supports syx so I can play it like it's a DX-7 which is my favorite synth.

  • @dewievans7238
    @dewievans72382 жыл бұрын

    I'm thinking of buying an MODX7 and this video has been very informative - thanks!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure. Glad I could help!

  • @richardockenden8669
    @richardockenden86692 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Darrick thats a really helpfull video , its sure shed some light on a few easy things that I hadn`t realised.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @adamsalinas82
    @adamsalinas823 жыл бұрын

    Blessed man - you just showed me how to use this thing lol I haven’t had a clue - can you do more!?🥶

  • @shyamalraja
    @shyamalraja Жыл бұрын

    Exactly what I was looking for! Thank you

  • @Erdalkizilcay0
    @Erdalkizilcay03 жыл бұрын

    Just got it yesterday, great Video. Thank you.🙏

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching

  • @ConeyIsland1952
    @ConeyIsland19523 жыл бұрын

    Can you make a demo video showing how to to create a song using all the scenes, style parts, arps, rhythms, patterns sequencer, etc?

  • @luisphoto3

    @luisphoto3

    2 жыл бұрын

    This would be awesome !

  • @andycordy5190
    @andycordy51903 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Your brain obviously works way faster than mine. It's clear you have answered your question in between the sound demos😆. Looking at the interface and reading the manual is really daunting, however, you have compartmentalized the functions and present them clearly, thus breaking down what looks like an insurmountable learning curve into manageable areas of exploration for the learner. The layers of editing are no longer scary and the way in which a user might apply these tools to her or his own music making is a massive help.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I am glad I could help!

  • @michaeltrenier
    @michaeltrenier2 жыл бұрын

    Myyyyy guy. Best MoDX vid PERIOD. Much appreciated! Shalom!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @caleb5780
    @caleb5780Ай бұрын

    Love your style of playing, man.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I appreciate that.

  • @tracetravlr4029
    @tracetravlr40293 жыл бұрын

    Extremely helpful and clear video! Hope you do more on the MODX In the future, maybe some deeper dives where you focus in an individual function per video.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    I will. I am getting quite a few requests to do so

  • @tracetravlr4029

    @tracetravlr4029

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@darrickkeels6387 Fantastic! Just subscribed, keep up the great work!

  • @KitCotter
    @KitCotter2 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, brother ! I like your presentation-style... works better for me than most of the others. I just scored my MODX, piano sample seems light on bottom end (sonically, compared to my old Motif-ES rack) but there are some nice facets in the hi-end.

  • @semectual
    @semectual3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Tutorial Video! I ordered a Yamaha Montage 8 and will be arriving next week. This gives me an idea to quickly get me started using mine! Thank You! 😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on your new keyboard. I have the Montage 7 and love it!

  • @lostboii3588
    @lostboii35888 ай бұрын

    Very informative video, thanks!

  • @mcky8071
    @mcky80718 ай бұрын

    Just bought mine and within that day it arrive I've setup the whole setlist of sounds for my band, it is quite easy once you started to get to know it a little bit.

  • @chrissanchez1438
    @chrissanchez1438 Жыл бұрын

    First off, great video!!! I sold my Fantom 0 to get the Modx. The clincher for me came when I got to play them side by side through the same sound system. To hear the difference sound wise was really eye opening, maybe ear opening is the better way to say it. Roland also continues to rehash the same sounds over and over. I mean I want that wow factor for new and creative, not the deja vu because I hear my former XP30, JV1080, Juno G and Fantom X over and over again in a new keyboard. What's perplexing is this is an issue that has been going on for awhile. I had the same issue with the Fantom X going back to the earlier keyboards. Roland has always had great interfaces, but the new Yamaha interfaces have really closed the gap between the two. I was pretty much a Roland guy, but I do not regret at all getting the Yamaha Modx. Its just sound so much better and all the other bells and whistles are the pretty much there on both. I am definitely doing my comparisons side by side and through the same sound system as much as possible from now on.

  • @mattmckeon1688

    @mattmckeon1688

    5 ай бұрын

    I was a dedicated Roland user for 15 years (1992 to 2007). XP-30, SC-88, JV-90, JV-1080, XP-80 and finally Fantom-X. All excellent boards and IMO in that period Roland held its own against the flagship Korg and Yamaha products. Then they kind of hit a wall, and each new product refresh seemed to add less and less in the way of upgrades. Even the Fantom wasn't a huge leap forward on the superb XP series. In 2007, I switched to Nord and haven't regretted it. I still keep an eye on the Big 3 anytime they bring out a new line, and in my view, Roland has fallen well off the pace of the other two, at least in the workstation and performance synth class.

  • @mattmckeon1688

    @mattmckeon1688

    5 ай бұрын

    I think workstations have had a bit of an existential crisis moment because they are mainly for music production, but they will never match the UI and experience of a DAW. But they lack the organic feel of a stage performance instrument.

  • @kevinlbrockway
    @kevinlbrockway3 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Very informative!!

  • @katsafone
    @katsafone2 жыл бұрын

    Very informative video Darrick. It was some of the sounds on the MODX that drew me in after having a Kronos 2 for some time.

  • @WaltMo4

    @WaltMo4

    2 жыл бұрын

    Come on dude, the Kronos has 8 sound engines! This "Keyboard" is amateur night at the Apollo compared to the Boss: Kronos 88!!!. .But no shade...Lol

  • @katsafone

    @katsafone

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@WaltMo4 , Hey Bro... perhaps but remember, one man's Morris Minor might be a Benz to someone else. The MODX suits my workflow and sonic needs for the stuff that I'm doing. The Kronos is a top keyboard no doubt, but sadly it wasn't for me.

  • @AnthonyFranklinIsr
    @AnthonyFranklinIsr Жыл бұрын

    After watching this video I might add the MODX8 Plus to my business. It has the live performance (preset features) I need, with ease. In addition, the patches, as called back in the day. are good out of the box. Nice video; this is my second time viewing a video about the MODX8 Plus in the MODX debut. I am sold. After using using MoTIFs, MOFX, etc. the MODX is the board that will take me to the next level I've playing l, without the price tag of some of the red keyboards out there Thanks. I might order it this week.

  • @fraga109
    @fraga1097 ай бұрын

    Well, you are the best! It's the only video where someone delves into what really matters. Hehe

  • @MrKeys57
    @MrKeys572 жыл бұрын

    Just got my Modx6, this is invaluable info for me! - thanks! Levi in sweden

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @michaelkassel5816
    @michaelkassel58162 жыл бұрын

    This is so helpful! Thanks!

  • @davebassP5
    @davebassP53 жыл бұрын

    Very nice video. Clear and to the point. New subscriber. Worth pointing out the polyphony in the AW2 engine isn’t necessary notes, its elements. The more elements you use in each part, the quicker you can run out of notes, long before actually playing 128 notes. Not normally an issue, but ive seen some people get confused and say they weren’t playing that many notes etc.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Indeed. 128-Voice polyphony is correct

  • @kevinlbrockway
    @kevinlbrockway3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video!! Great job.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you I appreciate it. Without a community of viewers, I'm just some guy in a room talking to himself. Hahaha!!!

  • @patberry3388
    @patberry33882 жыл бұрын

    My Montage 7 is coming this week and I going to keep watching your videos as I am not a true keyboard player, rather a guitar player trying to learn the keyboard. I know the basic chord structures but really need to understand inversions. However, I think this Montage will help me sound really good until I learn a lot more. I plan on using the Arp on everything to add flavor. Thanks for your videos.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @WldHny1
    @WldHny12 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip of single vs. multi parts for layering.

  • @deborahevans6271
    @deborahevans62712 жыл бұрын

    Hi Derrick. I'm so glad you are out here & have the patience to not only figure out these complicated keyboards, but also the compassion to share your knowledge! You are a wonderful human! I do have a request tho... Could you please turn the keyboard up a little so we can hear it as well as we hear your wonderful voice? Thank you kindly. Be well & take care.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yup, I have started turning the keyboards up in the mix lately

  • @dhwani74
    @dhwani743 жыл бұрын

    Great synth. Nice video

  • @MarkSomosoMusic
    @MarkSomosoMusic2 жыл бұрын

    Nice tutorial man... Great job. I was planing to get a modx....

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! It's a great keyboard,

  • @madkeysfilms
    @madkeysfilms Жыл бұрын

    The power wall wart is a pain and access to the i/o et al is tucked well away but you’re right it has incredible depth of sounds and facilities…many of which I will probably never use. The flashing master knob is a easily dealt with in utilities.

  • @melanietaylor5641
    @melanietaylor56413 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, I ordered one yesterday! 😀

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's a great keyboard! Congratulations!

  • @TheAceReviews

    @TheAceReviews

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@darrickkeels6387 How would you compare it to the 2019 Roland Fantom?

  • @Bashanvibe
    @Bashanvibe2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the explanation!!! My only thing is in the split section. I wish you could have show how to shift the patches!!!

  • @edwardc7462
    @edwardc74623 жыл бұрын

    I like this keyboard, A lot easier to use than the Kronos getting to sounds that you want and layering the sounds seem very straightforward and making the set lists and storing them very good

  • @markrionardkusnadi
    @markrionardkusnadi3 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful man 😍thankyou so much!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @sirpablo4life
    @sirpablo4life Жыл бұрын

    Am new to this channel..i love this review

  • @soujouko1
    @soujouko12 жыл бұрын

    Superb, thank you!

  • @deffdeepsmoke
    @deffdeepsmoke Жыл бұрын

    I've been a Yamaha user since the DX-7, then I went on to use several other series of Yamaha keyboards such as the PSR S-90XS, CP-73, as well as other brands such as Korg and Dexibell. Yamaha keyboards appeal for me because of the rich, iconic sound, but also because of the workflow that Yamaha offers the user. You get used to it once you understand the flow. There is a general feeling of being unfamiliar with a keyboard, especially if you have to read a user guide. :)

  • @Vin4227
    @Vin42273 жыл бұрын

    Love my MODX!!!

  • @sojimani7616
    @sojimani76163 жыл бұрын

    I like your videos you made because you make the videos which I want.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I appreciate it

  • @WaltMo4
    @WaltMo42 жыл бұрын

    Great video guy! Your playing is nice! The church that I am playing for has one of these.. I am Korg Kronos person myself, but I like having to learn a new board... Thanks again...

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @kokopelli314
    @kokopelli3142 жыл бұрын

    Great topic!

  • @NoCoverCharge
    @NoCoverCharge5 ай бұрын

    I’m a guitar player and this is my first synth and I’m learning it fairly quickly

  • @oO5Dynasty
    @oO5Dynasty3 жыл бұрын

    awesome content

  • @thetourle
    @thetourle3 жыл бұрын

    I shall be watching this later to begin with my modx6 thanks

  • @ArcticKid68

    @ArcticKid68

    3 жыл бұрын

    I just watched for the first time tonight. I am going to sit down at the board tomorrow with the ipad and just dry run (emulate/copy what he does) stuff because he laid it out so well.... I suspect you will too! :)

  • @victoriousdd3123
    @victoriousdd31232 жыл бұрын

    Thank you it means a lot to me

  • @subodhananayakkara
    @subodhananayakkara3 жыл бұрын

    My dream keyboard 😍

  • @EDcase1
    @EDcase12 жыл бұрын

    19:09 You can easily change the note range directly on the performance screen where you see the [C-2][G8]

  • @TheBebe666
    @TheBebe6662 жыл бұрын

    Ok...now i have to ask why the hell this man has less than 6k subs? C'mon people. This channel deserves 100x more .

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @springkordz
    @springkordz3 жыл бұрын

    I always enjoy your videos. I wish you can make a video on some more advanced effects. I have been struggling trying to simulate a tremolo effect in oriental instruments such as the Ud, where the tremolo or note repeat is triggered by either velocity or mod wheel. I have seen sone try to achieve this with tremolo effect, echo or trill arp.

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching.I appreciate the compliment. I am seriously considering thinking about making some more advanced tutorials for the MODX. I do base a lot of what I choose to post based on what people watch and comment on.

  • @springkordz

    @springkordz

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@darrickkeels6387 would love to see more, you make the topic easy to follow and understand. I used to have a Korg pa900 and pa4x, I used to be able to make such edits easily using their simpler user interface. The modx has its own way and I am constantly searching youtube for advanced topics

  • @rafaelhernandez5550
    @rafaelhernandez55502 жыл бұрын

    Nice video please do more tutorials. Thanks

  • @TomFYouTube
    @TomFYouTube2 жыл бұрын

    I’m a total noob. I don’t even play piano yet. Have wanted to buy a MOX6 or MODX for years because I think the price realistic sounds and functionality will motivate me to learn to use it. I know I can buy a much cheaper keyboard but the unrealistic sounds drive me crazy. I want to be able to creat good sounding music without going through months of of practicing old folk and nursery rhymes. I would love to see a series of step by step tutorials for beginners like me on how to create multi track music using all the functionality of MODX. This would certainly not only teach beginners to use the MODX but also also keep us entertained and interested.

  • @MrMusic-vu5oo
    @MrMusic-vu5oo Жыл бұрын

    Really good video. Very helpful. Thank you for creating. Maybe consider playing slower notes when demonstrating the sounds of the keyboard. Difficult to hear the true nature of each sample. But, good video overall.

  • @dariuswitherspoon
    @dariuswitherspoon Жыл бұрын

    Your commentary is very thorough and detailed. Didn't I hear a bit of "The Savior is Waiting" @17:45? I also hear bits and pieces of Bruce Hibbard's "We Are All His Children" in your demos. I love those chords. Awesome job, Darrick!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    Жыл бұрын

    Yup those are the bits you heard lol! Old stuff I didn't think people would recognize lol. Good ear.

  • @dariuswitherspoon

    @dariuswitherspoon

    Жыл бұрын

    Yessir... Respect!

  • @dariuswitherspoon

    @dariuswitherspoon

    Жыл бұрын

    Just sent you a friend request on Facebook. Not sure if you're active on that platform. I always enjoy networking lol

  • @take942
    @take942 Жыл бұрын

    Have had my MODX8 for three years now and love it. The creativity is limitless. (It's also an excellent MIDI controller working seamlessly with Cubase). The menus, editing and tools in MODX are well worth learning (FYI...Montage and MODX use the same touchscreen, software functions and synth engines). If one learns and uses many of the features consistently, MODX eventually becomes pretty easy to use. The "Smart Morph" that came with update 2.5 is amazing!

  • @Unknown-ie4ve

    @Unknown-ie4ve

    11 ай бұрын

    Bro,owning the modx8 for 3 years,how's your experience with it,Do u experience any kind of issues with it,I really want to know because there are some people who experienced like the pitch bend problem,We're planning on buying this instrument as jamming and stage performing purposes,So i really want to make the most out of this instrument without having this kind of problem

  • @take942

    @take942

    11 ай бұрын

    @@Unknown-ie4ve In response to your inquiry, I have experienced no user problems whatsoever with my MODX8. It is an amazing synthesizer! The menus follow logical sequences. Navigating the menus takes some time to learn, but after a while they become "second nature" to use. "Scenes" are great for live performances. You can record many multiple instruments and arps in up to eight individual "Scenes", then call up any particular "Scene" to play it by pressing each "Scene" button on the keyboard. Be sure to update your MODX with firmware version 2.52. It fixed a problem in which the "Pitch Bend" controller could not control any parameters. Make sure to follow the instructions exactly on how to do the update. Hope this helps.

  • @Unknown-ie4ve

    @Unknown-ie4ve

    11 ай бұрын

    @@take942 Thank you so much for your reply!,I know this instrument is a monster,it'll be quite a while to get the hang of the menus and stuff and really,also thanks for letting me know about the 'Scene' will make use of that too! Btw,Have u ever tried or know about using this instrument as an interface for a second keyboard,Like,Using the Modx sound as like a VST for a secondary keyboard?

  • @take942

    @take942

    11 ай бұрын

    @@Unknown-ie4ve I believe that the MODX can be connected to another MIDI device (for ex. a keyboard) via MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals at rear panel, then needs to be configured for it in the Utility section via the touchscreen. Using the "MODX Connect" app, I move my recorded "Patterns" from the MODX to the "MODX Connect" app. From the app I drag them into separate tracks in my DAW for multi-track recording in my DAW.

  • @Unknown-ie4ve

    @Unknown-ie4ve

    11 ай бұрын

    @@take942 Man...thank you so so much for taking your time explaining,I appreciate that,I hope u have an amazing day/night!

  • @ogasi1798
    @ogasi17983 жыл бұрын

    btw Darrick, skills on the playing and great video

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I appreciate your compliment.

  • @eddiegarridobyrequest3990
    @eddiegarridobyrequest39902 жыл бұрын

    When making a slit you can also select the note limits from the main screen without having to hit edit.

  • @enrikosingapari
    @enrikosingapari2 жыл бұрын

    Great video ! Definetely information i need, please make same video for roland fantom 0, thankyou so much

  • @tomosherif
    @tomosherif3 жыл бұрын

    Nice video :))

  • @MaxMax-fb9qy
    @MaxMax-fb9qy3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Derrick and thanks for your MODX test. I have some question if you don't mind. I have a list of songs in my live performance, let's say 20. Each songs is made by different patch (don't know how to name it, sorry) with different sound, for example intro by piano, verse by organ, chorus pad, final piano again etc. 1. Do I have seamless smooth sound when I step to these patches inside a single song? 2. Can I step between these patches inside a single song by using a footswitch (and SSS)? 3. Can I have these patches with one layer, let's say piano, with another empty layer controlling a MIDI channel, for example channel 5, pointing to a VST host on a usb connected PC? Many thanks!

  • @ptalley316
    @ptalley316 Жыл бұрын

    I loved the “Savior is Waiting” moment:)

  • @peterwilson69
    @peterwilson693 жыл бұрын

    I own a MODX and I've found it overly difficult to program. Some things are very easy, but it has so many incredible features that this naturally makes it more complex in general. You will never get bored learning new things it can do... but it can do SO MANY incredible things, you could easily spend 30-60mins just programming a sound and tweaking it. You know those EuroRacks with massive amounts of wires connecting all the different modules? Well.. the MODX & Montage is basically like that except with software and it just takes time to learn.

  • @santos688

    @santos688

    2 жыл бұрын

    absolute pain in the ass, especially if your using many elements. its also annoying having to fine tune them so they can sound good, and many of the samples are very outdated.

  • @tek9498
    @tek94983 жыл бұрын

    Amazing thank you

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure. Thanks for watching

  • @fredpeters7280
    @fredpeters728011 ай бұрын

    I have a little question: if I use the audition mode the volume is much higher than the volume of my performance I am playing at that time. Do you know how to level them?

  • @tuneunleashed
    @tuneunleashed3 жыл бұрын

    It’s very easy to use guys. You will like it. I had a montage 8 but once you go deep it may bother your head a bit.

  • @tonylancer7367

    @tonylancer7367

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hey bro, what do you use and what do you wish to have?

  • @tuneunleashed

    @tuneunleashed

    3 жыл бұрын

    Tony Lancer I use the Nord Stage 3 and the Roland Jupiter-X

  • @tonylancer7367

    @tonylancer7367

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@tuneunleashed Can I ask why you jumped to Nord and left your Montage? I'm guessing you got the Jupiter for the synth sounds?

  • @tuneunleashed

    @tuneunleashed

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tonylancer7367 Well sorry for the late reply 2 years later.... I sold the Jupiter-X cause it was trash but...I went with the Nord cause its light...but I do miss some features in the Montage though you can upload larger samples because it has more 1.75 GB and The Nord has 400 something MB thats absolutely foul!

  • @monteself6826
    @monteself68265 ай бұрын

    Not a Keyboard player at heart, bought the MODX6+ for studio use.. This video is great for editing sound... but for me as a newbie KeySynth units this one has me boggled on what the functions or rather how they integrate to modify sounds what each Knob does or can do, if there is a video on becoming familiar with the knobs and buttons it'd be great to be pointed in that direction, mean while I will probably go through this one and try to pick out some of those you touched on ! Thanks.

  • @Infinite.Freefall
    @Infinite.Freefall3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing overview! Thanks so much. Very helpful. Any chance you could do a video on the Arpeggiator functions? Still find that a bit confusing! :) You are a legend! Keep up the good work.

  • @simon_esse896
    @simon_esse8962 жыл бұрын

    I think to scroll through presets its easy to use. The only Thing I wished they would add a Browser like in the Akai Mpc Live X one or now on the Akai MPCKey61. So that we can play sounds shots and Accapella's for example easily.

  • @audiolego
    @audiolego2 жыл бұрын

    Subbed and I like this channel..

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @ayotundeolubiyi
    @ayotundeolubiyi3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, how can i permanently upload a loop or style onto modx via USB. Have tried this and i can actually play the beats when the USB is connected but i want the style to be permanently stored on the keyboard? Thanks

  • @mikelewis762
    @mikelewis7623 жыл бұрын

    Can you please do an in depth vid on the sequencer? I would like to know how many measures you can program into it....ie can you make a 100 or 150 measure sequence? Love your vids!!!

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I plan to

  • @ZetaCarinae

    @ZetaCarinae

    3 жыл бұрын

    You can go up to 256 measures in one pattern, and then you can chain patterns, so it can go about as long as you can imagine. After the last update the sequencer is really very good - older videos won't show how good it is now.

  • @dakoiaa
    @dakoiaa3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and congrats for another great, truly illustrative and comprehensive video. Could you kindly comment, are there differences you consider relevant among MODX models, apart of the number of octaves? What about Sound engines and keybed?

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    Internally they are all the same. The MODX7 and MODX6 have the same keybed just the different amount of keys. The MODX8's keys are weighted. But they all have the same sounds, effects, operating system etc.

  • @dakoiaa

    @dakoiaa

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@darrickkeels6387 thanks again!!! You’ve made another fan 😃

  • @darrickkeels6387

    @darrickkeels6387

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dakoiaa Excellent! Thank you!