Yamaha · 1984
CX5-M MSX
A music-oriented MSX computer with MIDI and DX7 integration.
- Released
- 1984
- CPU
- Z80A at 3.58 MHz
- RAM
- 32K or 64K
- ROM
- 32K
- Text
- 32×24 in 16 colours
- Graphics
- 256×192 in 16 colours
- Sound
- Three-channel mono AY-3-8910
- Storage
- Tape and 3.5-inch floppy disk
- Music
- MIDI interface and DX7 integration
The MSX standard was the first attempt to establish a range of computers with similar specifications. Each manufacturer was to add something extra: Philips added LaserDisc support, while Yamaha added MIDI ports and a DX7 interface. Before the standard was completed, however, many superior machines were available and Commodore’s C64 software base was extensive, so MSX machines never became popular in Britain.