It’s NAMM time again! Can’t make this year’s show in person? Here are some of the hottest products that Yamaha will be displaying on the show floor or online — all of which offer intriguing new ways to make yourself heard!
TAG3 C TransAcoustic Guitar
The newly released second-generation Yamaha TAG3 C TransAcoustic guitar integrates the entire process of playing, creating and listening to music in one instrument. Merging technology with tradition, this revolutionary guitar offers built-in reverb, chorus and delay effects that radiate organically from the instrument itself — with no need for pedals or an amplifier. Bluetooth® support allows you to wirelessly connect your smart devices and play your favorite songs directly through the guitar, and a built-in looper enables you to effortlessly record and play back your performances, layer melodies over backing tracks and even create percussive beats by tapping the guitar. Pair it with the free TAG Remote app (compatible with both iOS and Android) to fine-tune effects and manage loop phrases directly from your smart device, putting total control at your fingertips. With the TAG3 C, the creative possibilities are endless.
SEQTRAK Music Creation Station
SEQTRAK is a groundbreaking music creation station that empowers you to unlock your creativity from wherever you happen to be. Capture ideas quickly through its lightning-fast, all-in-one system that includes drums, synths, sampling and sequencing, all packed into a compact, lightweight design. Create original music with two versatile sound engines, then refine with deep editing, custom samples and video creation using the intuitive SEQTRAK app. When you’re ready, share your sounds, collaborate with other artists, and connect with fans around the world using its powerful performance features and video creator. And with the recent release of OS v1.2 software (available as a free download), workflow is improved even further, with autosave and new loop and mute modes that allow you to create a more unique and personalized sound. In addition, a count-in function during real-time MIDI recording has been added so you can achieve the perfect take with ease. You can also quickly shift octaves while playing, perform quantized transitions and extend pattern length while automatically copying the existing content—even use external MIDI devices to trigger animations, adding dynamic visuals to your performances.
DHR15M Powered Loudspeaker
The DHR15M two-way powered loudspeaker is perfect for use as an onstage monitor. It pairs a 15″ woofer with a 1.75″ high frequency driver in a compact, low profile plywood enclosure with a polyurea coating for a robust, scratch-resistant surface. The custom-designed coaxial driver delivers precise, smooth phase and frequency response, and the powerful built-in 1000-watt amplifier and high performance DSP ensures best-in-class sound quality. While typically placed on the floor, the DHR15M also comes equipped with a pole socket for use on a stand.
R-N2000A Network Receiver
The R-N2000A is a next-generation network Hi-Fi receiver that’s compatible with all lossless and high-resolution music sources, including streaming services. It offers breathtakingly beautiful sound thanks to an innovative design that incorporates a floating, balanced power amplifier and a Toroidal power transformer, along with an ESS Ultra DAC for high-performance digital-to-analog conversion. In addition, symmetrical construction and the utilization of mechanical ground maximizes rigidity for expressive and rhythmic bass. A rear panel HDMI ARC terminal assures excellent TV sound, and the speaker terminals are cut from pure brass for highly secure connection. Precision EQ and YPAO®-R.S.C. (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer with Reflected Sound Control) allow you to customize the frequency response for your particular listening environment, and front-panel level meters convey dynamics and music pulse with a nostalgic Hi-Fi era look. The R-N2000A is also Yamaha MusicCast-compatible for interfacing with other devices in your home, as well as easy access to a variety of streaming services such as Amazon Music HD and Spotify®.
Read up on the exciting Yamaha products featured on the show floor or online here.
