Sharing Passion & Performance' at Musikmesse 2015 – Yamaha once again proves its dedication to the World of Music

Frankfurt, Germany – It is Yamaha's philosophy to consistently provide high quality products and services that exceed the expectations of our customers, and to create excitement and cultural inspiration together with people around the world. We translate this dedication and goal into our company slogan "Sharing Passion & Performance".

We will be showcasing our very latest product releases, services and technologies as well as some truly beautiful and stunning design studies. Joining us in the Hall Forum for the very first time, our brothers and sisters of Line 6 use up the opportunity to display also their latest developments.

Thomas Schoepe, President of Yamaha Music Europe: "The new products and services that Yamaha will introduce at Musikmesse 2015 perfectly embody the company's new corporate slogan, 'Sharing Passion & Performance', which embraces Yamaha staff, dealers, end-users and artists. At Musikmesse 2015, Yamaha aims to give guests an inspirational and exciting musical experience and show that although the European economic situation remains unclear, Yamaha will continue to contribute to the development of Europe's musical instrument industry."

Yamaha's main display for Musical Instruments is in the hall "Forum". All the latest Yamaha innovations in the field of Commercial Audio are showcased in the Hall 8.0 at the Prolight + Sound 2015 exhibition. Yamaha will also present a series of entertaining videos directly from our booth throughout the show at http://europe.yamaha.com/messe/ (English site) and http://de.yamaha.com/messe/ (German site). We will provide all details of our latest models, product interview videos and pictures, background info from our product specialists and artists as well as digital catalogues for download. Further, a new social media "hub" page built into the Musikmesse special page will offer direct info from various facebook profile pages from across the EU curated on a single page.

TransAcoustic™ Piano. An acoustic piano with a volume control, or a digital piano with strings? Yamaha's latest development stretches the imagination and opens up a whole new world of possibilities. Yamaha expands the CX and YUS Series with the new TransAcoustic™ models C3X-TA, C1XTA and YUS5S-TA, YUS3S-TA and YUS1-TA.

The b-Series 10th Anniversary Video Contest. The b-Series , like all Yamaha pianos, are instruments of extraordinary, natural beauty, combining art, craftsmanship and technology. We celebrate the b Series 10th birthday and invite all players of a b Series model from across Europe to participate in our big Pan-EU fun video competition.

Bösendorfer presents the beautiful Cocteau Limited Edition. The creation of this model is the result of a collaboration between Bösendorfer, Menton Music Festival and the Menton Museum Jean Cocteau. Available in a numbered limited edition of 12 and in 200 and 214 sizes (185 by special order). This exclusive grand piano can be ordered in either black or white polyester with chrome fittings and silver colored frame.

Arius/YDP Digital Pianos. Superb piano sound and performance combined with a slim and elegant appearance, the new Yamaha YDP-S52 is the ideal centre piece for any musical home.

P-Series Digital Pianos. Yamaha's compact and stylish Digital Pianos. The P Series gives you the dynamic, high-quality sound and natural piano touch response you expect from Yamaha – we present two new Digital Pianos from our well known P-Series, the P-115 and the P-45.

Portable Keyboards. Yamaha releases two new portable models. The PSR-E253 is an ideal first keyboard for aspiring musicians who are just starting out. And the PSR-E353 with great sound and versatile performance functions.

New Headphone models. The new HPH headphones deliver quality sound with a carefully balanced bass and treble that is intensely satisfying to the listener, whether playing back recorded media or performing on a digital instrument.

Acoustic Drums. Akira Jimbo Acoustic Signature Snare Drum. To commemorate a rewarding 35-year partnership, Yamaha has collaborated with Akira Jimbo, one of the world's most renowned drummers, to develop the Akira Jimbo signature snare drum YSS-1450AJ. Limited to 50 pieces in Europe (350 pieces worldwide)

Electric Drums. The new DTX582K features the all new compact kick pad KP-100. Together with the well-known RS502 Rack System and the DTX502 module it offers superb sound quality, highly expressive playability and user-friendly functionality in a range of familiar kit configurations affordable for drummers of all levels.

Silent Guitar. SLG200 Series. These guitars have been developed to be a genuine companion whatever your core needs are as a guitarist. Now with the new SRT preamp and SRT pick up the sound is more authentic and the new superior "Hall" reverb gives you the feeling of playing in a major concert hall. Whether at home or on the road, with headphones or directly into the recording device, in the rehearsal room or on stage - with the Yamaha Silent Guitar you are ready for any musical challenge, every time.

Xeno Series. The Xeno Series represents a fusion of craftsmanship that involves outstanding instrument design, advanced technology, and the experience, talent, and dreams of respected artists around the world. We now present 2 new trumpet models from the Xeno Series , the new C model YTR-8445 II and the new Bb Xeno Artist Model YTR-9335CHS II.

Custom VR Clarinets. Yamaha Clarinets are found in many of the world's top orchestras and feature accurate intonation and a rich resonant sound full of colour and warmth. At Musikmesse, we present two new clarinets, the new Bb clarinet YCL-CSVR and the new A clarinet YCL-CSVRA.

YRS-400 Series Recorders. Yamaha wooden recorders have earned a high reputation from professional soloists down to amateur enthusiasts. Yamaha presents two new Recorder models YRS-401 and 402B made from the environmentally friendly Ecodear material.

TP-3300 Timpani. Although portable, the TP-3300 Series delivers fully professional, top-class sound. It features aluminium bowls with the same shape as our top-line models (TP-7300/6300/4300 Series), Renaissance heads, and hoops that all work together to create a deep, sustained tone.

Keiko Abe Signature Mallets. Designed in close collaboration with Keiko Abe, her Signature Series Mallets are designed to draw out the most from both the performer's technique and tone from the instrument in compositions that require exceptional technique. These mallets are now available with birch shaft.

Analog Mixers AG06 and AG03. The AG series is a multi-purpose, high-resolution mixer and USB audio interface designed to elevate the creative, audio experience for webcasters / podcasters, gamers, mobile musicians, music producers and more. Yamaha presents two new models, the AG06 and the AG03.

Three new and exciting "Apps" are launched at Musikmesse 2015.

- DTX502 Touch Ver.2.1

- DTX MULTI-12 TOUCH Ver.1.5

- Yamaha Synth Book

At the Prolight + Sound show in Hall 8.0 stand F50, Yamaha Commercial Audio will be exhibiting a range of live sound, installation and post production audio solutions.

TF Series – Touch & Flow. Join us for the world premiere of the brand new TF series. Yamaha redefined digital mixing for the live and installed sound industries with the RIVAGE PM10, CL, and QL series consoles. Now with the TF series the company brings its state-of-the-art technology to an even wider range of users, with exceptional features, renowned Yamaha reliability, and surprising economy.

New R Series RSio64-D. The RSio64-D I/O Rack, providing up to 64 inputs and 64 outputs with Dante/Mini-YGDAI card conversion for live sound, broadcast, recording, and other professional audio applications - shipping is scheduled to begin this summer.

Firehawk FX, multi Effect Processor. World-class guitar tone meets iOS & Android editing. Imagine a stage ready HD Multi-Effect with intuitive wireless editing, awesome on-stage design and a massive online tone library. Line 6 announces FIREHAWK FX, the most accessible HD Multi-Effect with 'best of' features from Line 6 classics.

Variax Electric Guitar. The electric Guitar – evolved. Classic & Modern. Playable & Flexible. Simple & Powerful. Valuable & Affordable.

Wireless system Relay G70 and G75. Proven on stages worldwide, Line 6® digital wireless technology delivers industry-leading audio specs and the lowest-available latency. Relay® G70 and G75 build on that legacy to offer next-generation performance, unmatched sound quality and unprecedented flexibility for guitarists.

ProHD 2.6. Get ready for a more powerful POD. POD HD v2.6 enables you to expand your sonic palette with great-sounding new amp models (sold separately), and also adds global EQ. Check out three new model packs—or the Fully Loaded Bundle, which includes all three packs at a great price.

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Rollouts of the products and services mentioned above will differ depending on country and region.

Additional information about Yamaha at the Musikmesse 2015 such as videos, picture galleries and a social media hub page to various European facebook profile pages can be found at the following sites.

Since its founding in 1887, the Yamaha Group has developed its business activities focusing on musical instruments, audio products, Yamaha music schools, and other products and services related to sound and music. We are pleased, indeed, that Yamaha touches on the lives of and brings joy to so many people around the world.

* Information on the products and services in this release was prepared based on the information available at the time of the announcement. Please note that this information may be changed after the date of announcement.