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Oct 22, 2012

Yamaha Presents Its Lowest Priced Digital Piano Ever: The P-35

Yamaha P-35

Yamaha Keyboard Division introduces its lowest-priced digital piano offering ever – the P-35. Available at authorized Yamaha dealers nationwide, the instrument features Yamaha's Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) action, Duo Mode, MIDI In and Out ports and iPad connectivity with Yamaha's optional I-MX1 interface, while offering the exceptional touch, tone and heritage that players expect from Yamaha acoustic pianos…

Apr 6, 2011

Roland Launches Jupiter-80 Synthesizer

Roland Jupiter-80

In 1981, Roland created the JUPITER-8, with the goal of creating the most expressive synthesizer possible. Equipped with the leading technology of its day, the legendary synth’s unique character and rich sound has remained iconic in the popular musical landscape ever since. Today, Roland is extremely proud to introduce the JUPITER-80 Synthesizer, a keyboard that represents an unprecedented leap in the pursuit of the most realistic and authentically expressive electronic musical instrument, just as its namesake did when it was launched 30 years ago…

May 4, 2006

Switchfoot's Jerome Fontamillas Chooses Korg

Korg TR

Alt-rock favorites Switchfoot have toured practically nonstop for over 10 years, playing to an ever-growing fan base. Most recently, they’ve been out supporting their gold album Nothing Is Sound, the follow-up to 2003’s major success, The Beautiful Letdown.

Jerome Fontamillas, keyboardist and self-styled ‘tweaker’ for Switchfoot, showcases a few pieces of essential road gear on tour: the new Korg TR Music Workstation, along with his KP2 KAOSS Pad and microKORG. Fontamillas comments, “There are a couple of things Korg does that no other keyboard companies do…

Feb 5, 2010

Yamaha Releases DKC-850 Update For Early Model Disklavier Pianos

Yamaha DKC-850

Yamaha Keyboard Division introduced the DKC-850 enhancement to its award-winning line of Disklavier performance-reproducing pianos.

Until now, many older model Diskavier owners have struggled with a dilemma: forgo the latest technology or purchase an entirely new model, despite the fact that their top-quality Yamaha acoustic piano remains in top condition. The DKC-850 now offers the best of both worlds: owners can retain their treasured instruments and enjoy many of the more recent industry-leading features of the Disklavier E3 Series…

Mar 20, 2012

Roland Unveils Jupiter-50

Roland Jupiter-50

Roland is pleased to announce the JUPITER-50 Synthesizer, the second release in its contemporary generation of JUPITER-series keyboards. Inheriting the stunning sounds and Live Set architecture of the acclaimed JUPITER-80, four separate sound engines can be stacked together to create classic fat synth tones and massive voices. The lightweight, streamlined design also makes it an essential keyboard for players everywhere.

Inside, the JUPITER-50 is equipped with a sound engine that is the sonic equal of its big brother, containing all of the SuperNATURAL synthesizer and acoustic tones found in the JUPITER-80…

Jan 23, 2014

CP4 Stage and CP40 Stage: The Best Stage Pianos from Yamaha

Yamaha CP4 Stage

Yamaha is featuring the CP4 Stage at the 2014 NAMM Show.

Paying unparalleled attention to nuance and detail, from the sounds to the styling to the intuitive interface, the CP4 Stage will make keyboard players sound their best no matter what style of music they play.

The CP4 Stage features a selection of 45 voices from Yamaha’s Premium handcrafted grand pianos, including the CFX, CFIIIS and S6, 47 vintage electric pianos with Virtual Circuit Modeling effects and a wide variety of 321 sounds based on the flagship MOTIF synthesizer…

Nov 21, 2008

TYROS3: Coming To A Yamaha Dealer Near You

Over 100 people attended a special Tyros3 keyboard demonstration and clinic featuring Mark Anderson, marketing manager, portable keyboards, Yamaha Corporation of America.

Hosted by Bouvier's Music in Ocala, the event took place at the Hilton Hotel and featured a buffet dinner as well as musical demonstrations.

Playing the Tyros3 Arranger Workstation is like controlling a virtuoso musician who happens to play hundreds of instruments.

"It's uncanny how human-like some of the voices sound," said Anderson…

Jun 20, 2008

Roland Unveils Juno-stage Performance Synthesizer

Roland Fantom-G.

Roland® Corporation is pleased to announce the new JUNO-Stage synthesizer. As the latest addition to the benchmark JUNO Series, JUNO-Stage is uniquely created for live performance applications.

This professional-grade 76-key synthesizer ships with an essential high-quality sound set, including an 88-key stereo multisampled piano derived from the Fantom-G. Two slots for SRX expansion boards add even more options to a player’s sonic palette. A redesigned keyboard ensures the JUNO-Stage feels as good as it sounds…

Jan 23, 2014

Yamaha Launched P-255 Portable Digital Piano For Experienced Musicians

Yamaha P-255

Yamaha today introduced the new P-255 contemporary digital piano at the 2014 NAMM Show, a keyboard for experienced musicians looking for a portable, self-amplified instrument for both serious practice and live performance.

As suitable in the home as it is on stage, this powerhouse model boasts Pure CF Sampling from a Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand for its piano tone, outstanding responsive touch via Graded Hammer action and Synthetic Ivory Keytops designed for maximum comfort even during long playing sessions…

Feb 3, 2006

Korg Completes Jae Deal's Sonic Equation

Korg microKONTROL

Jae Deal has produced and performed with some of today’s hottest pop, R&B and hip-hop artists, including Mario, Snoop Dogg, Dru Hill, Faith Evans and Marques Houston, along with legends such as Elton John and Andraé Crouch. A skillful bass guitar and keyboard player, Deal easily transitioned from recording with major gospel artists like Vicki Winans and Tonéx to Top 40 stars Christina Aguilera and Omarion as well as appearing on the P. Diddy World Tour.

Deal’s creative process covers a wide range of styles, and Korg gear keeps up with all his paces…