Yamaha Corporation

Up to 230 strings are meticulously placed by hand in every Yamaha grand piano. With a single, deliberate strike, that initial tension transforms into tone; a resonant moment where raw craft begins its journey toward becoming music. This stringing process is a small yet essential step in preparing the piano for its voice. It highlights the dedicated human artistry and precision required to build instruments capable of inspiring musicians across the globe. What fine detail do you appreciate most when listening to a live acoustic piano performance? #Music #Piano #Detail

For decades, the Yamaha Recording Custom has remained one of the most celebrated and widely recorded drum kits in music history. Developed in close collaboration with legendary artists, its refined design offers an articulate response and pre-equalised clarity that allows drummers to express every nuance of their touch. Beyond its acoustic excellence, the visual presence of an instrument plays an essential role in defining a performer's identity. The Recording Custom in elegant Real Wood finish celebrates the natural character of the wood, bringing a warm, classic aesthetic to both live broadcasts and intimate studio sessions. If you were choosing a drum kit, would you lean towards natural wood grain or high-gloss solid colours? #Music #Design #Character

In 2027, Hatsune Miku will celebrate her 20th anniversary, while Yamaha’s LovePiano initiative will mark its 10th anniversary. To celebrate these two milestones, we created a special collaboration piano: “LovePiano feat. HATSUNE MIKU". Since her debut in 2007, countless creators have used Hatsune Miku's software to make music and share their work online, sparking a creative movement that has grown far beyond its origins. Today, she is known around the world as a virtual singer, with a presence spanning music, live performances, and more. And her story has a connection to Yamaha. Hatsune Miku was created using VOCALOID™ singing synthesis technology developed by Yamaha, while elements of her original costume design were inspired by Yamaha’s iconic DX7 digital synthesizer. For this special piano, the colourful design that defines LovePiano meets the distinctive world of Hatsune Miku. More than a celebration of two anniversaries, it brings together a shared story shaped by music, technology, and creative expression. We hope to continue creating new encounters with music and inspiring the creativity that grows from them. What would you play on this piano? #HatsuneMiku #LovePiano #Vocaloid

Even a microphone designed for live streaming can reflect Yamaha’s long- standing commitment to sound, shaped by decades of experience as a musical instrument manufacturer. Recognised with a Red Dot Award, the AG01 is a USB microphone for live streaming, featuring a friendly, iconic form and a simple design that blends naturally into a variety of spaces. At the heart of its design is the ability to capture and deliver not only speech, but also vocals and musical instruments with clarity. It also brings together useful tools for shaping sound and adding effects such as reverb, all within a single device. While supporting different styles of streaming that combine musical performance, background music and other audio sources, the AG01 is designed to remain simple and intuitive to use. Even without extensive knowledge of audio equipment, creators can focus on what matters most: their expression. Drawing on Yamaha’s long experience with both musical instruments and professional audio, the AG01 brings together quality sound and ease of use. The AG01 offers one example of how Yamaha’s experience in musical instruments and professional audio has shaped our approach to creating tools for today’s creators. #Audio #Sound #Innovation

Behind the flawless performance of a Yamaha grand piano lies a rigorous engineering journey that begins with the rim. Our artisans guide layers of premium wood through a complex bending process, working in perfect unison with advanced machinery to create the structural foundation of the instrument. This sonic texture is the literal birthplace of the piano's resonant power. We are immensely proud of our teams who bring both technical expertise and artistic passion to work every single day. How important do you feel the blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology is in manufacturing today? #Music #Creation #Piano

The relationship between a singer-songwriter and their guitar is entirely unique, requiring an instrument that can whisper or roar depending on the narrative of the song. The Yamaha FG9 steel-string acoustic was engineered precisely to fulfill this role. With its Adirondack spruce top, paired with premium Indian rosewood or African mahogany back and sides, it delivers the projection and clarity needed to support vocal performances in both live and recording environments. By focusing on clarity and dynamic responsiveness, we have created a guitar that acts as a true creative partner, allowing artists to express themselves freely and naturally. It is another example of how Yamaha continues to support musicians around the world with instruments designed for artistic expression. If you could collaborate with any singer-songwriter, past or present, who would you choose and why? #Music #Guitar #Performance