Trainers on the road

New PM5D and DSP5D Firmware Available Now

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:43:54 PST

Yamaha recently released new versions of firmware for our PM5D and DSP5D digital mixing systems. The new firmware brings the PM5D up to Version 2.27 and the DSP5D to Version 1.27.

Your current versions of Studio Manager (2.3.1, 2.3.0) and Editors (2.2.5) will still work with your PM5D and DSP5D unless you're upgrading from firmware Version/s 2.22/1.22 and lower.

Instructions and information on properly upgrading your unit can be found online via the links below. Be sure that you've backed up your PM5D and DSP5D before loading the new firmware as your current data will be intilized during the firmware update process.

PM5D Firmware 2.2.7:
http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/global/en/downloads/firmware_software/pm5dv2/pm5dv2_frm227.jsp

DSP5D Firmware 1.2.7:
http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/global/en/downloads/firmware_software/dsp5d/dsp5d_frm127.jsp

MGP Mixing Consoles Released at NAMM 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:43:44 PST

Winter NAMM 2012 from Anaheim, CA was the most successful ever with over 95,000 attendees from all over the globe. One of the many new products Yamaha showcased at NAMM was our MGP Series of mixing consoles. The MGP line boasts two models, each one sporting the same feature set; the MGP12X and MGP16X. While the MGP12X and MGP16X differ in channel counts, they both share the new and unique internal components, DSP, and features. These new innovations come on the heels of decades in professional mixer design and promise to be the premier feature set amongst small format analog mixing consoles.

Features

D-PRE: The MGP series sports Yamaha's latest refinement in its microphone preamplifier circuit. The D-Pre microphone preamplifier was originally designed by Yamaha to be used in our high-end recording equipment. The D-Pre's are Class-A mic preamps that utilize an inverted Darlington circuit design. The Darlington circuit works by employing two transistors, essentially the signal is amplified by the first circuit and then further amplified by the second circuit. The result is more power with lower impedance giving you, the user unparallelled depth, imagery and warmth. Fat natural bass and a pristine smooth high end set this mixer apart from others in it's class.

X-Pressive EQ: Yamaha has spent years developing the classic vintage sound in digital form through work on our VCM line of dynamic digital effects. Studying sought after signal processing characteristics from legendary gear proved to be valuable as the research directly influenced the design of our new Equalizers on board the MGP Consoles. The X-Pressive EQ's feature steep shelving of the high and low bands as well as pristine accuracy and response. X-Pressive EQ gives the engineer the tools needed to process signals with that classic analog vibe offering truly unique possibilities for sound shaping.

1-Knob Compressor: You may be familiar with Yamaha's 1-Knob Compressor from the MGP's predecessor, the MG Line of analog mixing consoles. The 1-Knob Compressor design offers engineers the dynamic control needed without the hassle of having to tweak multiple knobs. Featuring optimally set parameters well suited for a wide variety of source material the 1-Knob Compressors are the perfect combination of efficiency and performance.

Hybrid Channel: While the MGP Series are analog consoles they also feature some very powerful on board DSP that provides for an expansive tool set with the feel and response of analog controls. These stereo channels on the MGP mixers have the same X-Pressive 3 Band EQ as the other input channels but are also capable of other impressive and useful tasks thanks to their unique feature set and on board DSP. Each stereo channel in the Hybrid Channel section has a Priority Ducker, Automatic Leveler and, Stereo Image control.

-The Priority Ducker allows one microphone to take priority over another sound source. Just set it and forget it, no engineer is needed to raise and lower microphone levels. The attenuation of the music or sound source can also be adjusted depending on what is best for your system and environment.

-The Leveler is another great feature that is perfect for smaller venues and unattended console operation. Just turn the Leveler on and any signal input to the Hybrid Channel will all be automatically compressed so that all songs playback at the same volume level. This makes for a much more pleasurable listening experience for the audience while the console can remain unmanned.

-The Stereo Image function blends the balance between right and left stereo sound sources so that audiences spread over a wide listening area can enjoy the mix much more naturally. This feature is perfect for venues with multiple zones or speakers that are spread far apart from one another.

Dual Digital Effects: In addition to the stellar dynamic effects offered on board the MGP Consoles there are also professional quality time-based effects taken from Yamaha's professional line of studio mixing consoles. The Rev-X Reverb package on the MGP offers three open and natural sounding reverbs; Hall, Room, and Plate. The Rev-X Reverb package has previously never been available on any of our analog mixing consoles. For even more time-based signal processing flexibility we've also included our famous SPX digital multi-effect processor. SPX processing provides for 16 adjustable and incredibly useful effects. Both Rev-X and SPX processes can be used simultaneously on the MGP consoles making for one truly professional effects section.

Digital Connectivity for iPod/iPhone: The MGP desks also are capable of bringing sources in via USB from your iPod or iPhone. Signal from your iPod/iPhone can either be applied to the 2TR input or one of the Hybrid Channels for further signal processing. The USB input for your iPod/iPhone also functions as a controller as well. Simply plug in your device equipped with the MGP Editor App (Available in the Apple App Store) and you'll have access to even more effects parameters giving you unprecedented control over the Rev-X and SPX effects.

By now I'm sure you're quite familiar with the MGP Series of analog mixing consoles but, just in case you're hungry for more there's a lot more info on the specifications and features unique to the MGP Series over at our website. If you have any questions about the MGP Series or anything else related to Yamaha Commercial Audio feel free to give our Technical Support Department a call at: 866-211-9366 (Opt .1) between the hours of 8:30AM-12:00PM and 1:00PM-5:00PM Pacific Standard Time. Thanks for reading!

DXR -- New powered speakers

noreply@blogger.com (Shunichi Kamiya) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:55:42 PST

Please check out our new powered 2-way speakers.
The new line includes 8", 10", 12" and 15" models come.

Movie is also uploaded.

Shaun

Are you coming to NAMM 2012?

noreply@blogger.com (Shunichi Kamiya) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:34:17 PST

Happy New Year!!

Our YamahaProAudio.com web site is updated with the image above.
I'm traveling on 18th from Japan to attend NAMM show in Anaheim, CA.
I'm looking forward to seeing you there.

Shaun

Console Lab Returns to Buena Park, CA

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:31:05 PST

On February 8th and 9th, our Console Lab sessions will return to Buena Park, CA. Console Lab gives experienced audio engineers the opportunity to reserve a PM5D, M7CL, or LS9 console for a couple hours to work on their mixing skills. This is not a typical class where the instructors guide you through the board. It's just you, the console, and a multi-track recording of a show. Need a little help figuring something out? No problem! A training staff member will be there to answer any questions.

So, if you've ever thought to yourself, "Man, if I could just get my hands on that console for a couple hours". Now you'll have the chance... Sign up today!

01V96i Product Page Update

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:44:04 PST

It was just over a month ago that we announced the release of our O1V96i mixing console here at the Trainers on the Road Blog. We didn't have a lot of information regarding the latest addition to our 0 Series Lineup then but just recently the full updated product page was made available at Yamaha's website for your viewing pleasure. Complete with pictures, block diagram, specs and full explanations of the console's features and functions; the website's information is sure to satisfy the most discerning of audio professionals. In addition to the product page Yamaha also released the 01V96i Editor for use with the Studio Manager host application. Below you'll find links to the product page as well as links to specific sections in case you'd rather just jump right into it.

01V96i Links

01V96i Overview
Features
Specifications
Photos
Downloads

All the best and Happy Holidays,

MY8-LAKE Announced

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:44:11 PST

Yamaha and Lab.gruppen have teamed up to offer the live sound world legendary Lake processing directly from our digital consoles. The MY8-LAKE offers advanced Lake technology featuring the: Mesa EQ, Ideal Graphic EQ, linear-phase crossover, and other DSP tuning features designed specifically for Yamaha digital mixing consoles.

The compact MY8-LAKE comes loaded with processing power sure to suit just about any application. In Mesa Mode (Sytem EQ) the MY8-LAKE offers up to 8 inputs & 8 outputs, in Contour Mode (Crossover) you have 4 inputs with 12 outputs. These two modes can also be combined, offering the user the flexibility that is demanded today by the live sound industry.

I/O configuration can be setup with the card's onboard AES connection or via the consoles multiple insert points. Add this to the fact that the MY8-LAKE card can be run at 96, 88.2, 48, or 44.1 kHz and it's clear this card is ready for just about anything you can throw at it. Lake Controller Software can be run on a Windows PC giving you control over the MY8-LAKE's feature set as well as other Lake devices in your system. The software also plays nicely with Smart sound system measurment software, giving you the peace of mind that is so critical during system tuning.

As of right now pricing information is not available yet, the release date however is set for around Spring 2012. If you're interested in the MY8-LAKE or any of our other Mini-YGDAI cards be sure to check out our website for more information.

New 01V96i Digital Mixing Console

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 07:20:59 PST

Today from Shizuoka, Japan Yamaha announced the release of our brand new 01V96i digital mixing console. The original 01V96 has remained the industry standard for small format digital mixing consoles since it's release in 1998. The new 01V96i begins where it's predecessor left off, featuring the same efficient layout we're all familiar with, plus some new features sure to please even the most discerning digital desk user. The 01V96i will be shown to the public this weekend at IneterBEE 2011 in Japan. Details on the new features and components added to the 01V96i can be found below.

16in/16out USB 2.0 Digital Audio Interface for your Computer @ 96kHz

The 01V96i's biggest upgrade is the new built in 16in/16out USB 2.0 audio interfacing capabilities for use with your DAW. The console can now function as a 16 channel audio interface for your computer allowing you to record up to 16 channels of audio from the 01V96i directly into your DAW. The Interface can also be used as a D/A allowing you to mixdown tracks from your DAW with the 01V96i's smooth 100mm automated faders. This was always possible through midi but now you can actually mix down audio on the console from your DAW utilizing the desk's stereo buss. The 01V96i comes bundled with Steinberg's Cubase Al so you're able to start tracking and mixing immediately. It also still sports the ADAT I/O as well as one Mini-YGDAI card slot for further I/O expansion.

Top of the Line VCM Effects are Pre-Installed

Some of the very same effects that come with our top of the line professional mixing consoles are now standard on the 01V96i. These effect algorithms model the circuitry of analog gear right down to the last capacitor & resistor making them one of the most accurate forms of analog modeling for the digital audio realm. These effects can give your projects that warm analog feel without having to purchase and haul around any outboard gear. The 01V96i packs a few tape deck models from our VCM Master Strip Series as well as the Vintage Stomp VCM effects pack right out of the box.

Original 01V96 users won't be lost on the new 01V96i as the new desk's controls are essentially the same as it's predecessor. This new console will be right at home in just about any studio or on the road; perfect for live tracking and critical mixes in the flattest of control rooms.

All the best,

Nick Lucini

Yamaha Rolling Showroom at AES 2011 in NY

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:44:19 PST

The Yamaha Rolling Showroom will be making a stop at the 131st AES Convention in New York this weekend. Our rolling showroom is a completely customized 53' expandable trailer that's fully equipped with everything needed to showcase our line of products. Our knowledgeable team of experts will be on hand to demonstrate and answer any questions you might have. The latest additions to our product line will also be on display, these include the; Dugan MY-16 Auto Mixing Card, Rupert Neve Designs 5045 Primary Source Enhancer, and our MY4-AEC Acoustic Echo Canceller Card. If you're interested in these or any other part of the Yamaha Commercial Audio line be sure to stop by booth #T2 to say hello!

M7CL, LS9 & DME Classes are Coming to the Northwest

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:08:20 PDT

Yamaha Commercial Audio Training Seminars will be holding classes on the M7CL, LS9 & DME units during the second week of November in Redmond, Washington. There are three days of training in all; Novemeber the 8th will feature the M7CL for Advacned Users class, the following day YCATS will hold two classes for the LS9 and wrapping it up on the 10th will be the class for Digital Networks & System Design.

Direct links to the signups are posted below. You'll also find each class's curriculum on the signup page just in case you want to get a bit more information on the training before you commit.

M7CL For Advanced Users Signups

LS9 Workshop Signups

Digital Network & System Design Signups

-Nick Lucini

This Just In! Yamaha Commercial Audio House of Worship Website Now Online

noreply@blogger.com (J G) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 15:52:45 PDT

So, the console is busted in your church. You are thinking of installing a shiny new sound system, but you just don't know where to look for answers?

Yamaha Commerical Audio has just launched a resource webpage for members of the house of worship community. Here are a few features of the webiste:

- Training Event Calendar,
- Photo Gallery
- How To Training (Tips, tricks and training videos for Yamaha consoles)
- "Which Mixer is Right for Me?" Questionnare (Answer a few questions and get a better idea of what console you need)
- News

Please visit http://www.yamahacommercialaudiosystems.com/worship/

New Studio Manager V2.3.3-4 for Mac OS X

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:09:31 PDT

The latest version of the Studio Manager V2 shell software for Mac OS X was released on Sunday by Yamaha Japan. This version includes an uninstaller which has the ability to remove older versions of Studio Manager. Minor bugs & errors have also been corrected as part of the version upgrade. It hasn't been expressly stated and confirmed yet but according to the Lion Compatibility Chart at YamahaProAudio.com this version should play nicely with OS X Lion. You can download the latest version of the Studio Manager V2 host from Yamaha's Global Site.

-Nick Lucini

New LS9 Firmware & Editor Released

noreply@blogger.com (Nick Lucini) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 09:17:00 PDT

Yamaha has just announced the release of their latest version of firmware (1.30) for the LS9, they've also introduced a new version of the LS9 Editor (2.1.4). Dugan-MY16 users will especially enjoy this update as it has given the LS9 the ability to move insert points to post fader in the signal path. This applies to input channels, mix channels, matrix channels, stereo channels, and the mono channel on the LS9. The recall safe feature has also been updated to compliment the new post fader inserts. The channel link function has been altered and a few bugs have been removed from the software as well. Below you'll find the links to the Yamaha website with the full description of changes & links to the downloads.

LS9 Firmware: http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/downloads/firm_soft/ls9/ls9_frm.html
LS9 Editor: http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/downloads/firm_soft/ls9/ls9_edt.html

-Nick Lucini

Extra Day of PM5D Training Added!

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:40:27 PDT

Due to high demand, we've added an extra day of PM5D Operational Training in Buena Park, CA. The session will take place on October 6th, 2011. Please click on the link below to register.

PM5D Operational Training

PM5D Seminars in Buena Park, CA

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:16:41 PDT

Hello,

Registration for the PM5D seminars in Buena Park, CA is now available. Please click on the link below for more details and to apply.

PM5D Seminars

See you there!

YCATS Seminars in Montreal

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 09:07:27 PDT

The YCATS will host a week of classes this September in beautiful Montreal. For more details on the seminars and to register, please click on the link below. See you there!

YCATS Schedule

YCATS Chicago and New York

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:37:34 PDT

The YCATS seminars in New York were just posted today! Also, there are still seats available for the seminars in Chicago. Please visit our Training page for more details.

http://www.yamahacommercialaudiosystems.com

See you there!

A digital mixer survey

noreply@blogger.com (Shunichi Kamiya) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 21:11:28 PDT

Yamaha Japan put a survey on the web.
Let us know your thought about our Digital Mixers. It takes few minutes to complete.

Audioversity 2011 -- Las Vegas

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:45:00 PDT

Audioversity 2011 is on the way! If you missed the event last year in Nashville, you definitely don't want to miss this one. We'll have plenty of Yamaha and NEXO staff members on hand to train you on almost every piece of equipment we offer. In addition, we're giving away a LS9-16 digital mixing console on each day of the event! For more details, please visit www.audioversityexpo.com.

Audioversity 2010 Photos

Audioversity 2010 Class Schedule

YCATS Seminars in Nashville

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:45:32 PDT

Hello all! Registration for the YCATS seminars in Nashville are officially open. Classes being offered include our new Digital Sound Reinforcement 201 -- Club, Introduction to NS-1, M7CL for Beginners, M7CL for Advanced Users, and the Digital Network and System Design Clinic. The classes will be held during the week of July 18th. Please click on the link below to register. We hope to see you there!

YCATS Registration

In addition to our seminars in Nashville, we are close to finalizing training sessions in Chicago and New York this August. Be sure to keep an eye out for schedule updates...

Rolling Showroom Trainings in the Midwest

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 10:21:41 PDT

The Yamaha Rolling Showroom will kick off its summer tour season with two events in the Midwest featuring YCATS (Yamaha Commercial Audio Training Seminars) training sessions: June 21 in Columbus, OH and June 23 in Livonia, MI.

Live! Technologies in Columbus, OH will host the June 21 demo event, followed by a BBQ courtesy of Yamaha and Live!. Sessions will include training on the Yamaha M7CL48-ES, DM1000, digital networking, Yamaha speakers, and amplifiers.

The June 23 session will take place at Schoolcraft College in Livonia, MI and will include training on the Yamaha M7CL48-ES, DM1000, digital networks, NEXO speakers, and amplifiers.

Each training session for both locations will last one hour, and attendees can sign-up for one or more events. They both make use of the Yamaha Rolling Showroom, a demo room on wheels that is fully equipped with Yamaha digital mixers, processors, networking products, amplifiers, and speakers.

Yamaha regional staff will also be on hand to answer product-specific questions. To sign up and receive further details, session times, and event locations, visit

http://www.yamahacommercialaudiosystems.com/training_class_desc.php?courseID=16.

StageMix updated

noreply@blogger.com (Shunichi Kamiya) — Mon, 23 May 2011 17:35:42 PDT

LS9 StageMix V1.1 and M7CL StageMix V1.6 are released yesterday.

Please update yours for better stability, and STEREO and MONO master faders are now available for M7CL.

LS9 StageMix now available

noreply@blogger.com (Shunichi Kamiya) — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:29:33 PDT

To LS9 users, it is available now. Please try it out!

Console File Converter released

noreply@blogger.com (Shunichi Kamiya) — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 18:53:15 PDT

We have just released the utility software. Now you can move your console file between PM5D, M7CL, and LS9.
Please note that some parameters will be changed with a optimizing rule for the most compatibility, or not converted. Please check the owner's manual for details.

YCATS Schedule Posted

noreply@blogger.com (Leland "The New Guy" Green) — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:36:26 PDT

Hello all!

We've just posted some tentative training dates, for the first half of the year, to the training page of our website. Dates and locations still need to be finalized, but now you have an idea when and where we might be!

Want to see the schedule? Click here!