This Is How They Promoted The Yamaha DX7 In 1983
In 1983, Yamaha created a audio cassette that demonstrated the capabilities of their then-new DX7 & DX9 FM synthesizers.… Read More This Is How They Promoted The Yamaha DX7 In 1983
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Yamaha Intros Vocaloid 4 Library ‘Cyber Songman’
Yamaha has released a new voice library for its virtual vocalist application Vocaloid 4, Cyber Songman.… Read More Yamaha Intros Vocaloid 4 Library ‘Cyber Songman’
Yamaha Montage 1.2 Update & Montage Connect
At Knobcon 2016, we talked with Yamaha Music Production Product Specialist Blake Angelos and got an update on their Montage keyboard. Yamaha has updated the Montage firmware with new features, and has also introduced a new DAW plugin that’s designed to streamline your music production workflow.
Yamaha CS-5 Analog Synth Video Demo
This video offers an in-depth look at a vintage analog monosynth, the Yamaha CS-5.… Read More Yamaha CS-5 Analog Synth Video Demo
Sound Magic Releases Ruby Grand, A Modeled Yamaha C7 Grand Piano
Sound Magic has released Ruby Grand, a modeled Yamaha C7 Grand Piano.… Read More Sound Magic Releases Ruby Grand, A Modeled Yamaha C7 Grand Piano
Yamaha Intros 16-Part Multitimbral MX BK/BU Synthesizer, FM Essentials iOS App
Yamaha has introduced the MX BK/BU Synthesizer series, offering over 1000 voices from the MOTIF series, plus deep computer and iOS integration in a compact, lightweight keyboard. Here’s what they have to say about it: The MX BK/BU series synthesizers feature carefully selected sounds taken from the Yamaha MOTIF XS. That powerful sonic palette is… Read More Yamaha Intros 16-Part Multitimbral MX BK/BU Synthesizer, FM Essentials iOS App
New Virtual Instrument, AdLibXRom, Features Sound Of 90’s Soundcards
SampleScience has introduced AdLibXRom, a sample-based instrument, featuring the sound of the AdLib sound card. The AdLib soundcard, widely used in 90’s PCs, had a synthesis chip build by Yamaha. This chip was the YM3812, a FM and additive synthesizer which had up to 9 channels of digitally produced sound.
Yamaha Intros New EMX Powered Mixers
2016 Summer NAMM Show: Yamaha has introduced the latest models in the company’s EMX series powered mixer lineup. Like their predecessors, each of the new models – the EMX2, EMX5 and EMX7 – integrate a mixer, power amplifiers and digital effects into a single chassis- so you only need to add speakers and a sound source. The… Read More Yamaha Intros New EMX Powered Mixers
Yamaha Montage Sound Demo At Musikmesse 2016
At Musikmesse 2016, Yamaha was showcasing their new Montage synthesizer. The Yamaha Montage, available in 61-, 76- and 88-key configurations, offers twice the power of the Motif line, plus an advanced FM synth engine.
Yamaha FM-X Synthesis: Way More Powerful Than A DX-7
Our coverage of the Yamaha Montage synthesizer introduction generated a lot of questions from readers about FM-X – the company’s ‘modern, pure Frequency Modulation synthesis’ engine. So, we talked with Yamaha product specialist Blake Angelos, right, to find out more. “Although it’s is based on the same type of synthesis as the DX-7,” said Angelos, “It is very… Read More Yamaha FM-X Synthesis: Way More Powerful Than A DX-7
