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Yamaha reface Mobile Mini Keyboards Bring Great Sound, Control and Playability to a Portable Package NASHVILLE (EMBARGO July 9, 2015)—Yamaha today announced that it introduced the new reface Mobile Mini Keyboards at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show. Building on Yamaha’s 40-year heritage of creating some of the most heralded and renowned electronic keyboards, reface reimagines the interface of four classic Yamaha instruments. The series offers great sound, built-in speakers, 37 keys with professional-grade HQ-Mini action (derived from the flagship Motif XF) and battery-powered portability for making music on the go. But more than mere travel companions, these versatile keyboards connect with external speakers, smartphones, tablets, MIDI devices and computers for use on stage and in the studio. reface YC reimagines the YC Yamaha Combo organs, introduced in the late 1960s and used by Pink Floyd, Tangerine Dream and others. The YC offers all the expression of drawbars, rotary speaker, percussion and effects. It includes five retro organ sounds -- ranging from tonewheel to transistor to the original Yamaha Combo organ -- and 128-note polyphony. reface CP redesigns the Combo Piano, launched in 1975 and ubiquitous on stages during that era. The sound enhanced the work of Keane, U2, Genesis, Billy Joel and more. The CP model features six electric piano sounds including tine, reed, clav, toy and CP80 plus direct control of six different 1970s-style effects built into its retro-chic design. It also includes a sustain pedal input with a half-damper response and 128-note polyphony.

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Yamaha reface Mobile Mini Keyboards Bring Great Sound, Control and Playability to a Portable Package

NASHVILLE (EMBARGO July 9, 2015)—Yamaha today announced that it introduced the new reface Mobile Mini Keyboards at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show. Building on Yamaha’s 40-year heritage of creating some of the most heralded and renowned electronic keyboards, reface reimagines the interface of four classic Yamaha instruments. The series offers great sound, built-in speakers, 37 keys with professional-grade HQ-Mini action (derived from the flagship Motif XF) and battery-powered portability for making music on the go. But more than mere travel companions, these versatile keyboards connect with external speakers, smartphones, tablets, MIDI devices and computers for use on stage and in the studio. reface YC reimagines the YC Yamaha Combo organs, introduced in the late 1960s and used by Pink Floyd, Tangerine Dream and others. The YC offers all the expression of drawbars, rotary speaker, percussion and effects. It includes five retro organ sounds -- ranging from tonewheel to transistor to the original Yamaha Combo organ -- and 128-note polyphony. reface CP redesigns the Combo Piano, launched in 1975 and ubiquitous on stages during that era. The sound enhanced the work of Keane, U2, Genesis, Billy Joel and more. The CP model features six electric piano sounds including tine, reed, clav, toy and CP80 plus direct control of six different 1970s-style effects built into its retro-chic design. It also includes a sustain pedal input with a half-damper response and 128-note polyphony.

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reface CS rekindles the legacy of the CS-series Control Synthesizers, introduced in 1976 and played by Vangelis, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson, among others. Offering 8-note polyphony, reface CS uses virtual analog synth technology and five flexible oscillator modules to create a wide variety of complex sounds from analog to digital. reface DX draws its inspiration from the iconic DX7, which debuted in 1983 and became the first commercially successful electronic keyboard used extensively by a multitude of bands throughout the decade and beyond. With the press of a button, the reface DX changes from retro-80s tones to cutting-edge modern sounds perfect for EDM. A new Multi-Touch Control interface makes it easy to customize your sound with the powerful FM (frequency modulation) synthesis engine. The instrument includes 8-note polyphony, 32 Voice Memories and a backlit display.

reface features a “one to one” control scheme, meaning the panel controls perfectly match the tone generator for direct sound creation and musical inspiration. “reface offers high-quality touch, tone, interface and superior design at an affordable price,” said Nate Tschetter, marketing manager, Music Production, Yamaha Corporation of America. “These inspiring, horizon-expanding instruments are fun to play and let keyboard players take their music anywhere.” The reface YC, CP, CS and DX mobile mini keyboards (MSRP: $799) will ship in September 2015. For more information, visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show in the Music City Center, Nashville, July 9-11, 2015, or http://4wrd.it/usayamaha

-END- About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S.

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market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones, sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Marc Ferris/Giles Communications (914) 798-7121 ([email protected])

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Sounds of Silence: Yamaha Silent Guitars

Look Stunning and Sound Amazing NASHVILLE (July 9, 2015)—Today Yamaha announced the United States debut of the new SLG200 Silent Guitar series at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show. The new Yamaha Silent Guitars look like they should be hanging on the wall of a modern art museum, but behind the beguiling form, they deliver professional-level sound and feel that is perfect for travel, stage and the studio. The new series comes equipped with special SRT (Studio Response Technology) preamp and pickups, which models studio quality tones created with high-end microphones and top-quality Yamaha acoustic guitars to create the sonic illusion of playing a full-bodied acoustic guitar. SLG200 guitars are available in both a steel and nylon versions with three stunning color options. They all include ear buds and a headphone jack for near-silent playing, making them perfect for dorm and apartment dwellers. A ¼ inch jack provides connectivity with an amplifier, loudspeaker, PA system, audio interface or mixing board. The removable top bout design allows the SLG200’s to collapse into a slim, sturdy gig bag, which makes for the ultimate on-the-go guitar. More than just great practice or travel companions, these instruments are ideal for performing live, as discovered by internationally renowned musicians Daniel Ho, Lee Ritenour, Brian May, and others. Other upgraded features include a new satin mahogany neck profile, all-wood (Rosewood/Maple) top bouts, a reconfigured easy-access control panel, an

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on-board tuner and a redesigned battery cavity powered by two AA batteries for longer life. In addition to the proprietary SRT pickup and preamp system, the SLG200 series also comes with a 6-crystal under-saddle piezo pickup that can be blended with the modeled SRT sounds along with onboard reverb and chorus effects to dial in just the right tone. The design eliminates feedback in a live performance setting. “The new SLG series features a slimmer body and sleek neck profile for superb playability,” said Armando Vega, marketing manager, guitars, Yamaha Corporation of America. “These durable, road worthy guitars let you play whenever and wherever inspiration strikes.” The SLG200S (steel string) and SLG200N (nylon string)–MSRP: $1,015–will ship in September 2015. For more information, visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at The 2015 Summer NAMM Show at the Music City Center in Nashville, July 9-11, 2015, or http://4wrd.it/usayamaha

-END- About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S. market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones, sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Marc Ferris/Giles Communications (914) 798-7121 ([email protected])

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Design Meets Intuition: Yamaha TF Series Digital Consoles Reimagine Small to Mid Format Mixer Segment

NASHVILLE (July 9, 2015)–Yamaha will showcase the company’s new TF series digital consoles at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show, heralding the arrival of a reimagined way to mix live performance. Yamaha introduced the first digital mixer in 1987 and redefined digital mixing for the live and installed sound industries with the RIVAGE PM10, CL and QL series consoles. With the launch of its new TF series, the company has reimagined mixing, offering advanced features and renowned Yamaha reliability at an exceptional price point to an even wider range of users. Aimed at new users and experienced professionals looking to get working faster than ever, the TF series brings time saving performance capabilities, such as fast, accurate gain setup, single step compression and EQ, and microphone specific presets to even the most modest sound reinforcement applications. The TF series (which stands for TouchFlow Operation™) comprises three compact, performance-packed digital mixing consoles, the TF5, TF3 and TF1, which feature 33, 25, or 17 motor faders, respectively, along with 32, 24, or 16 rear-panel analog inputs. Each console includes recallable Yamaha D-PRE™ preamplifiers for the first time in a digital console, which facilitates support for live music and events where full setup changes need to be made on the fly. There are a total of 48 inputs on the TF5 and TF3, with 40 on the TF1, including dual stereo analog/USB digital inputs and dual returns. Advanced live recording features include up to 34 x 34 channel recording and playback via USB 2.0 and 2 x 2 with a USB storage device. All of this, plus seamless

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operation with high-performance I/O racks, makes the TF series an outstanding choice for a wide range of applications. TouchFlow Operation is a new approach to console control that combines elements of Yamaha’s well-regarded user interfaces with an advanced touch panel system, allowing sound engineers to respond to the music and artists on stage with unprecedented speed and freedom. Experienced engineers and newcomers alike will find it easier than ever to achieve the ideal mix. A number of TF series features also contribute to faster, smoother setup. 1-knob COMP™ and 1-knob EQ™ features make it easy to dial in the ideal sound via a single rotary control on inputs for adjusting individual sources and on outputs for overall sound control. The innovative GainFinder™ feature facilitates optimum gain setup for individual input signals, making ideal overall signal quality easily achievable. The TF mixers also provide a range of input and output channel presets created in cooperation and consultation with leading microphone manufacturers such as Shure, Sennheiser and Audio-Technica, as well as accomplished engineers. The input channel presets are made to match a span of musical instruments and voices, covering parameters such as head amp gain, EQ, dynamics and much more, right down to details like channel name and color. Output channel presets include parameters optimized for in-ear monitors and Yamaha powered speakers, with variations to match different environments and room sizes. This is a huge advantage for novice users, while experienced engineers will appreciate the enhanced speed and efficiency of operation. Comments from Yamaha partners at Audio-Technica Corporation, Sennheiser and Shure: Audio-Technica Corporation – Keisuke Kobayashi, CMO/CTO

“Each Audio-Technica microphone is painstakingly designed to give a truly accurate reproduction within the application it has been selected for. We strive to provide the best possible tools so that users can fully realize their goals. Collaborating closely with the TF engineers on the

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instrument specific presets means that we can be sure our microphones deliver their best performance, while leaving the user free to focus on the creativity and character of the production.”

Sennheiser – Michael Polten, Product Management & Marketing, Live Performance & Music

“Congratulations to Yamaha for bringing their excellent console technology to a new group of users. We are extremely pleased that our evolution microphones are part of the TF consoles via their ingenious preset functions. These presets provide users with an accurate indication of how to set the EQ, giving sound technicians a rock-solid foundation for their work.”

Shure – Matt Engstrom, Category Director of Wired Products “We are very pleased to have been able to cooperate with Yamaha on integrating Shure mic presets into the new TF mixers. These powerful mixers, combined with our presets and legendary microphones, will place outstanding audio in the hands of any audio engineer.”

Augmenting the consoles, separate software applications allow for wireless mixing, personal monitor mixing and offline setup with TF series consoles. The TF Editor, TF StageMix™ and MonitorMix applications feature user interfaces that seamlessly extend the consoles’ own capabilities on any compatible device. The TF Series also features powerful processing and effects for which Yamaha is famous. In addition to parametric EQ and dynamics processors on each channel, TF consoles offer eight powerful processors for wide-ranging sonic control. Two of these are globally accessible and feature the same type of Yamaha SPX processors that have become an industry standard in recording and live sound applications. The remaining six processors are available in the AUX 9/10–19/20 master channels. The AUX 1–8 buses and main output channels include the same four-band parametric EQ as provided on the input channels, plus 31-band Flex12 GEQ.

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All TF models include a slot for an optional NY64-D I/O expansion card that allows transmission and reception of up to 128 channels (64 in/64 out) via a Dante™ audio network. Used in conjunction with Yamaha’s new Tio1608-D I/O Rack, it becomes possible to create an exceptionally versatile and expandable stage box system with up to 48 inputs and 24 outputs. An optional RK5014 Rack Mount Kit will also be available for mounting the TF1 console in a standard 19-inch EIA equipment rack. “Yamaha consoles have always been designed in cooperation with leading engineers from around the world to ensure maximum quality and ease of use,” said Ken Hiraoka, Yamaha PA department manager, Yamaha Corporation, Japan. “The TF series takes another leap forward with a new concept in console operation that will allow experienced engineers as well as newcomers to the field to achieve the desired results quickly and easily.” The TF5 (MSRP: $4,200), TF3 (MSRP: $3,500) and TF1 (MSRP: $2,950) are shipping. The Tio1608-D and NY64-D (MSRP: TBD) are scheduled to ship in Spring 2016. For more information, please visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show in the Music City Center, Nashville, July 9-11, 2015, or http://4wrd.it/tfseries. For a video featuring the TF consoles, please visit http://4wrd.it/tfvideo

-END- About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S. market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones, sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Marc Ferris/Giles Communications

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(914) 798-7121 ([email protected])

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3/4 Time: Yamaha Expands Small Body Acoustic Guitar Lineup With Solid Top JR2S

NASHVILLE (July 9, 2015)—Today Yamaha announced the introduction of the JR2S, a solid top version of the popular Yamaha ¾-size steel string folk guitar at

the 2015 Summer NAMM Show in Nashville. Joining the market-leading JR1 and JR2 small body guitars, the new JR2S is perfect for travel, for students as well as people who find conventional neck profiles to be challenging to play.

The JR2S features a beautiful fit and finish, Rosewood fingerboard and bridge, Mahogany back and sides and a Nato neck. The solid Spruce top on the instrument delivers superior tone and sound projection, which will improve as the guitar ages. A durable, attractive backpack-style soft case is also included that has a spacious compartment for lesson books and tablet computers. “Compact acoustic guitars have grown in popularity by leaps and bounds, and this new solid top model is a winner, featuring great build-quality and an unmatched price point,” said Armando Vega, marketing manager, guitars, Yamaha Corporation of America. “The JR2S is fun, easy to play. Once a player picks it up, it is hard to put down.” The JR2S (MSRP: $300) will ship in July 2015. For more information, visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show at the Nashville Music City Center July 9-11, 2015, or http://4wrd.it/usayamaha

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About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S. market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones, sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Marc Ferris/Giles Communications (914) 798-7121 ([email protected])

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Yamaha FS730S Acoustic Guitar Augments Best Selling Small Body Lineup

NASHVILLE (July 9, 2015)—Yamaha today announced the introduction of the

FS730S, a concert-sized Rosewood acoustic guitar, at the 2015 Summer NAMM

Show.

The FS730S adds a great sounding instrument to the best-selling Yamaha

small body acoustic guitar lineup and features a solid Sitka Spruce top and die-

cast tuners. The back and sides, fingerboard and bridge are constructed of

Rosewood. The new guitar projects like a dreadnought despite its smaller size,

which is perfect for students, children and people with petite hands.

“Smaller-bodied guitars are popular and the FS730S is perfect for the first

time buyer looking for a guitar to grow with or an experienced player seeking a

great sounding, smooth-playing acoustic that can handle any style of playing,”

said Armando Vega, marketing manager, guitars, Yamaha Corporation of

America.

The FS730S (MSRP: $495) will ship in July 2015.

For more information, visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at the 2015 Summer

NAMM Show at the Nashville Music City Center July 9-11, 2015, or

http://4wrd.it/usayamaha

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About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S. market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and

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analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones, sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Marc Ferris/Giles Communications (914) 798-7121 ([email protected])

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Yamaha Rolls Out The Most Environmentally Friendly Guitar Cases in the World

NASHVILLE (July 9, 2015)—Yamaha today introduced the first 100 percent

certified line of eco-friendly guitar and bass cases and gig bags at the 2015

Summer NAMM Show. These new cases and gig bags are specifically designed

to fit all Yamaha guitars and basses.

Yamaha has long been praised for its adherence to stringent

environmental standards at its manufacturing facilities and corporate complexes

around the globe. Suppliers and factories are required to submit certification that

these new guitar accessories comply with the strictest global standards regarding

materials and glues, including California Air Resources Board (CARB), California

Proposition 65, Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive (European Union)

and REACH (European Union) strictures.

The new line of Yamaha cases and gig bags will ship in August 2015.

For more information, visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at the 2015 Summer

NAMM Show at the Nashville Music City Center July 9-11, 2015, or

http://4wrd.it/usayamaha

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About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S. market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones,

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sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Marc Ferris/Giles Communications (914) 798-7121 ([email protected])

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Yamaha S Series Arranger Workstation Keyboards Packed with Amazing Voices and Styles to Create, Arrange and Perform

NASHVILLE (July 9, 2015)—Yamaha Corporation of America today announced three new Arranger Workstation models packed with more advanced features and all-in-one performance capabilities than ever before. The PSR-S670, PSR-S770 and PSR-S970, which propel Yamaha’s award-winning PSR-S Series to the next level, are being unveiled at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show.

All three new Arranger Workstation keyboards feature two assignable control knobs that offer unprecedented control over a number of Voice and Style characteristics, innovative DJ Styles that put the focus on real-time Style and Voice manipulation, a large onboard Flash ROM that affords use of Yamaha’s ever-growing library of Voice and Style Expansions, and a number of advanced connectivity options that provide performance and recording possibilities previously only found on the acclaimed Yamaha TYROS5.

“Any of these new keyboards would be a truly powerful addition to any musician's arsenal, whether they are playing live, writing a song or producing music,” said Mark Anderson, director of marketing, Yamaha Keyboard Division, Yamaha Corporation of America. “While the PSR-S670, PSR-S770 and PSR-S970 each offer unique features, they all are remarkably versatile, high-quality keyboards that are both powerful and portable, allowing you to create, arrange, record or perform music in any genre.”

The top of the PSR-S Series line, PSR-S970, offers a new, larger VGA screen, superior sound innovation, vocal harmony features, pro-quality accompaniment features and comprehensive recording capabilities. Musicians of

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all levels will be attracted to the forty new percussion-based Audio Styles that provide impressive backing and accompaniment capabilities previously only found on the higher-end TYROS5. Audio Styles add natural feel, ambience, and warmth to drum and percussion parts, allowing greater creative expression. Audio Styles also benefit from Yamaha’s Time Stretch Technology, which commands the audio to follow your tempo without changing pitch, so everything stays in perfect sync.

Another attractive audio-centric feature on the PSR-S770 and PSR-S970 models is a powerful Vocal Cancel function that effectively cancels or suppresses the vocals and solos, allowing you to make your own “minus one” track and sing karaoke-style with just instrumental backing.

Each new Arranger keyboard in the PSR-S Series also has an Audio Link Multi Pad function that lets you link your own audio files, such as sound effects and vocal phrases, and trigger them from the Multi Pads as you perform.

New iOS apps and an ever-expanding library of Voice & Style Expansion packs allow users to customize their music like never before. Featuring a 16-track sequencer, a variety of DSP effects and iOS app integration, the new Arranger Workstations are the most versatile and best sounding to date, solidifying Yamaha’s PSR-S Series as the preferred choice of musicians around the globe.

The PSR-S970, PRS-S770 and PRS-670 (MSRP range: $999 to $2,499) will ship in September.

For more information, visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at The 2015 Summer NAMM Show at the Music City Center in Nashville, July 9-11, 2015, or http://4wrd.it/usayamaha

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About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S.

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market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones, sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Peter Giles/Giles Communications (914) 798-7120 ([email protected])

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Yamaha Updates Synth Book App: Version 2.0 Features New DJ Style Music Remixer Function

BUENA PARK (June 19, 2015)—Yamaha today announced the introduction of the free Synth Book 2.0 iOS app at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show in Nashville. First introduced in conjunction with the 40th anniversary of Yamaha synthesizers, the app includes a complete history of Yamaha synths and a sophisticated, programmable and integrated virtual analog soft synth and drum pattern player with a large library of voices and patterns for creating songs and grooves. It also serves as a portal to a number of online resources and synth communities, including YamahaSynth.com. The app can also be used with an MOXF as an external tone generator. New to version 2.0 is a DJ style music remixer function, which offers a fun way to create and remix music with the app. Synth Book 2.0 also comes with built-in DSP effects and flexible routing options via Inter-App Audio and Audiobus. For more information about the app, please visit http://4wrd.it/synthbook2. Synth Book App 2.0 (free) will be available on June 19, 2015. For more information, visit the Yamaha Booth (#644) at the 2015 Summer NAMM Show at the Nashville Music City Center July 9-11, 2015, or http://4wrd.it/usayamaha

-END- About Yamaha Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement and home entertainment products to the U.S.

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market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and Nexo commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, iPod docking systems, home-theater-in-a-box systems, earphones, headphones, sound bars, and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, installation and consumer markets. Contact: Marc Ferris/Giles Communications (914) 798-7121 ([email protected])