Key facts
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Model
- QX5
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-07-03
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Yamaha QX5 Digital Sequence Recorder Owner's Manual
The Yamaha QX5 is an 8-track MIDI sequence recorder designed for composing and arranging music. It features extensive editing capabilities including event, measure, and track editing, as well as the ability to use up to 32 macros for repeated phrases or temporary storage.
The device supports three recording methods: realtime, punch in/out, and step recording. Users can save sequence data to a data cassette tape or load it from a MIDI data managing device. The QX5 also includes features like auto locate, position memories, and the ability to re-channelize incoming and outgoing MIDI messages.
Yamaha QX5 specifications
| Tracks | 8 tracks |
|---|---|
| Macros | 32 macros |
| Disk Drive | 3.5" floppy disk |
| Display | Two-line 16-character LCD |
Source: Yamaha QX5FD Digital Sequence Recorder Operating Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How many tracks and macros does the QX5FD support?
The QX5FD supports 8 tracks and 32 macros.
From: Yamaha QX5FD Digital Sequence Recorder Operating Manual
What type of floppy disks are compatible?
Use 3.5" dual-side double-density double-track (2DD) floppy disks.
From: Yamaha QX5FD Digital Sequence Recorder Operating Manual
How many tracks and macros does the QX5 support?
The unit supports 8 tracks and up to 32 macros.
Can the QX5 save data to tape?
Yes, sequence data can be saved to a data cassette tape or loaded from a MIDI data managing device.
