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Description

The Yamaha MU80 Tone Generator is a versatile and reliable addition to any musician's setup, offering a vast array of sounds and effects to enhance your musical creations. With its advanced AWM2 tone generation technology, the MU80 provides rich and expressive sound, perfect for both studio and live performances. This compact sound module supports up to 64-note polyphony and 32-part multitimbrality, ensuring that you can layer and combine sounds with ease.

The MU80 boasts a comprehensive General MIDI (GM) and XG sound set, featuring over 1,267 voices and 46 drum kits, making it a powerful tool for composers and producers alike. Its user-friendly interface, complete with a backlit LCD screen, allows for intuitive navigation and editing of sounds. The inclusion of onboard effects such as reverb, chorus, and variation adds depth to your soundscapes, allowing for creative flexibility and experimentation.

Whether you're looking to add some classic tones to your keyboard rig or seeking a robust module for your MIDI setup, the Yamaha MU80 is a sound choice. Its compact design makes it easy to integrate into any studio or live environment without sacrificing functionality or quality.

Key Features:

  • Advanced AWM2 tone generation technology
  • 64-note polyphony and 32-part multitimbrality
  • Over 1,267 voices and 46 drum kits
  • General MIDI and XG compatibility
  • Onboard effects: reverb, chorus, and variation
  • Backlit LCD screen for easy navigation and editing
  • Compact design suitable for studio and live setups
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Yamaha MU80

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The Yamaha MU80 Tone Generator delivers robust features and high-quality sounds at an attractive price point, making it a solid contender for budget-conscious musicians. Its user-friendly interface, impressive polyphony, and versatile A/D input for processing external audio stand out, allowing for creative setups and real-time effects control. However, the sound selection may feel somewhat bland and lacks the excitement found in pricier models. Additionally, the reliance on SysEx control can be a bit quirky. Despite these minor drawbacks, the MU80's overall ease of use and versatility make it a worthwhile investment for any serious musician.

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Bobby Prince

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The Yamaha MU80 Tone Generator was used by composer Bobby Prince, as evidenced by a listing where he was selling his MIDI modules to cover medical bills related to his recovery from cancer in the mid 2010s through Reverb.

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