YAMAHA ANNOUNCES MM8 SYNTHESIZER
Awesome Power; Total Control
NAMM - Nashville (June 20, 2008) — In the wake of the successful MM6 “Mini Mo” synthesizer, Yamaha
Corporation of America announces the new MM8 Music Synthesizer. Like the MM6, the MM8 features sounds
from the popular Motif Series, real-time control, street-smart grooves, seemless computer integration, and adds
an 88-note Graded Hammer action Yamaha keyboard.
“The MM8 has all the great sounds and features of the MM6 in a full-size package,” said Athan Billias, Director of
Marketing - Technology Products for Yamaha. “It’s a ‘players’ synth for the stage or studio and will integrate easily with
any set-up.”
The MM8 synthesizer not only features sounds from the Motif, but also its quick edit knobs and arpeggios for
comprehensive real-time control of those sounds. Jamming over the built-in grooves in Performance Mode sparks creative
ideas and is a great way to write songs. These grooves and keyboard parts can then be recorded directly to the on board
sequencer, or for even greater flexibility, connect the MM8 to a computer via USB and use it as the center of a music
production system with the included Cubase AI software.
While the MM6 is perfect for the musician on the go, piano players will be at home with the MM8’s full-size weight and
remarkably expressive GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) keyboard. Drawing on more than 100 years of crafting fine
acoustic pianos, Yamaha’s GHS keys respond like those of a grand piano, weighted heavier on the lower notes and
gradually becoming lighter up the keyboard for expressive control over the sound.
The MM8 will be available in July, 2008 for a retail price of $1,299.99. For more information, visit Yamaha at Summer
NAMM in Nashville, TN, June 20-22, 2008 or write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Music
Production, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit
www.yamaha.com.
About Yamaha
Yamaha Corporation of America is the largest subsidiary of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of musical
instruments and sound reinforcement products to the U.S. market. Products include: acoustic and digital pianos, portable
keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products,
synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio products, and innovative technology products targeted to the hobbyist,
education, worship, professional music, and installation markets.
All trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners. © mtech marketing communications.
Awesome Power; Total Control
NAMM - Nashville (June 20, 2008) — In the wake of the successful MM6 “Mini Mo” synthesizer, Yamaha
Corporation of America announces the new MM8 Music Synthesizer. Like the MM6, the MM8 features sounds
from the popular Motif Series, real-time control, street-smart grooves, seemless computer integration, and adds
an 88-note Graded Hammer action Yamaha keyboard.
“The MM8 has all the great sounds and features of the MM6 in a full-size package,” said Athan Billias, Director of
Marketing - Technology Products for Yamaha. “It’s a ‘players’ synth for the stage or studio and will integrate easily with
any set-up.”
The MM8 synthesizer not only features sounds from the Motif, but also its quick edit knobs and arpeggios for
comprehensive real-time control of those sounds. Jamming over the built-in grooves in Performance Mode sparks creative
ideas and is a great way to write songs. These grooves and keyboard parts can then be recorded directly to the on board
sequencer, or for even greater flexibility, connect the MM8 to a computer via USB and use it as the center of a music
production system with the included Cubase AI software.
While the MM6 is perfect for the musician on the go, piano players will be at home with the MM8’s full-size weight and
remarkably expressive GHS (Graded Hammer Standard) keyboard. Drawing on more than 100 years of crafting fine
acoustic pianos, Yamaha’s GHS keys respond like those of a grand piano, weighted heavier on the lower notes and
gradually becoming lighter up the keyboard for expressive control over the sound.
The MM8 will be available in July, 2008 for a retail price of $1,299.99. For more information, visit Yamaha at Summer
NAMM in Nashville, TN, June 20-22, 2008 or write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Music
Production, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit
www.yamaha.com.
About Yamaha
Yamaha Corporation of America is the largest subsidiary of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of musical
instruments and sound reinforcement products to the U.S. market. Products include: acoustic and digital pianos, portable
keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products,
synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio products, and innovative technology products targeted to the hobbyist,
education, worship, professional music, and installation markets.
All trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners. © mtech marketing communications.
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