The MX88 will be available at authorized Yamaha piano retailers starting April 20, 2017, with an MSRP of $1,299.00

Yamaha Expands MX Series with 88-Key, Weighted-Action MX88, Combining Synth Features and Real Piano Feel

Yamaha today announced the MX88, the latest addition to its popular MX line of synthesizers for stage and studio.

Equipped with 88 weighted keys, the MX88 represents the logical extension of the MX line, known for its high-quality instrument and synth sounds, deep computer and iOS integration, and with this introduction, a full-size keyboard featuring realistic piano action.

Connection to both Windows and Mac computers is a breeze, thanks to a class-compliant, bi-directional USB audio/MIDI interface. Players can record the keyboard’s superb internal sounds into a computer-based DAW and monitor the computer’s output through the keyboard’s ¼” audio outputs or headphone jack.

The comprehensive sound collection of the MX88 is based on the legendary Yamaha Motif sound engine and contains everything from synthesizer leads, pads and more to authentic acoustic instrument sounds. The realistic Concert Grand Piano sound has been optimized for the MX88 keyboard to provide the highest level of expression.

“The MX88 will appeal to players who need the touch and feel of a real piano with 88 weighted-action keys,” said Nate Tschetter, product marketing manager, Music Production, Yamaha Corporation of America. “Now, any keyboardist can take advantage of the computer and iOS integration and superb Motif sound that distinguish the MX line in the market. And like the MX49/61 BK/BU, MX88 unlocks FM Essential – a free FM synthesizer iOS app. This provides the great sounds inside MX88 along with the pure FM synthesis Yamaha made famous.”

Other key features on the MX88 include:

A full selection of VCM effects
Easy Split/Layer Performance Mode
16-part Multitimbral operation and 128-note polyphony
Extensive hands-on control for VSTs and DAWs
A software bundle that includes Steinberg Cubase AI

Between its comprehensive design, 88-key weighted action keyboard, and affordable price, the MX88 will appeal not only to professional musicians but also to the educational and worship markets.

I guess we don't have as many 88 key affectionatos as I imagined here...?

I dont like the keybed, its the same as in the MOXF8, its just not good enough for piano playing..

If you want a yamaha 88 key, you should check it has the same keybed as the Montage or the Motif XF, which is a high end and one of the best..

Everyone has their own preferences with a Piano feel key bed....personally I enjoy playing Roland Pianos like the V-Piano & RD2000 there is something about the keyfeel that makes me feel inspired,.....if I was a piano player Id have one of these in my studio..

https://www.roland.com/global/categories/pianos/stage_pianos/

https://www.roland.com/global/products/rd-2000/

Never played the V-piano..

But i love the keyfeel of the RD-2000 and fp-90..
And how it connects to the sounds
I dont think there is anything available that comes close to the Roland experience..
Nit even Kawai..

Agreed....now with that super technology lets hope Roland comes back with an amazing TOTL arranger soon also.

I think Roland will not produce anything more expensive then the Fa06 and ea7.. both 61 keys and around €1000.. both offering probably everything a workstation or arranger user needs... both selling in huge numbers...

I think Roland has stopped spending huge amounts of research for hugh end instruments and builds on their huge database of technollogy... also investing big time in software solutions (Roland Cloud)

We will not see anything more high end from Roland in this decade...i dont think they see any reason to change their current path...

Bachus I hope your wrong Roland has the knowledge and know how time will tell....