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Overview Two 88-key instruments that sit on very different creative axes: Yamaha MODX M8 — a synthesizer/workstation built for deep sound design, layering, and performance without a computer. Arturia AstroLab 88 — a stage keyboard with a massive curated sound library drawn from Arturia’s Analog Lab/V Collection, optimized for instant playable tones. Instrument Philosophy Yamaha MODX M8 A self-contained synthesizer/workstation blending multiple sound engines — sample-based AWM2, FM-X (frequency modulation), and AN-X (virtual-analog style) — into one performance instrument. It’s built to do sound design, real-time modulation, layering, effects, and sequencing all internally. ...

Synth-shopping is one of those delightful rabbit holes where technology, creativity, and philosophy collide. Yamaha’s MODX M8 and Montage M8X share the same genetic code — three powerful sound engines — but they live in different worlds when it comes to feel, performance depth, and long-term ambition. If you’re torn between them, this breakdown should make your choice a whole lot easier. (Image:Yamaha MODX M8) (Image: Yamaha Montage M8X) ...

About I already have a ridiculous amount of piano libraries already and I honestly don’t need anymore. However, IK Multimedia’s Pianoverse pianos sound fantastic, also the UI is great and I love the effects, couldn’t resist ! https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/pianoverse/ Individual pianos are $99.99 Pianoverse MAX currently $299 (total value $800, save $500) You get all 6 Pianoverse pianos available now plus 2 more scheduled for release Pianoverse - Concert Grand YF3 Pianoverse - Royal Upright Y5 Pianoverse - Black Diamond B280 Pianoverse - NY Grand S274 Pianoverse - Gran Concerto 278 Pianoverse - Hamburg Grand S274 Pianoverse - Liberty Upright (coming soon) Pianoverse - Black Pearl B200 (coming soon) YouTube Videos Pianoverse - The only piano instrument you’ll ever need Jordan Rudess Pianoverse Gran Concerto 278 piano virtual instrument sound demo IK Multimedia Pianoverse Sound Demo and Walkthrough Into The PIANOVERSE From IK Multimedia | Is it truly the only virtual piano you will ever need?