Instant inspiration, endless possibilities... Introducing the MOTIF XS8, a music production synthesizer with an 88-key Balanced Hammer keyboard. With the new Yamaha MOTIF XS synthesizer, inspiration is just a keystroke away. The instrument features incredible sound quality for inspiration, 4 intelligent arpeggiators to stimulate your creativity, recording capabilities to capture your every idea, integrated sampling to create complete audio/MIDI arrangements, rhythmic patterns to develop compositions, studio-style mixing controls, and versatile effects processing to master your productions. The MOTIF XS will quickly become your instrument of choice, whether you're composing at home, recording in the studio, or performing live. This instrument has everything you need to create and produce professional quality music. Close your eyes, discover the beautiful sounds and rhythms of the MOTIF XS and get inspired.