YAMAHA MOTIF ES MUSIC PRODUCTION WORKSTATION
TAKES CREATIVITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL

—Includes Massive Wave ROM, 128 Notes Polyphony, Stunning Samples,
Upgrade Program—

BUENA PARK, CA (November 14, 2003)—Since its introduction, the Yamaha Motif Series has revolutionized the very concept of music synthesis. The new Motif ES Music Production Workstation takes the creative process to the "next level" for professional musicians.

Motif ES Means More Music Power

Like the original Motif, the new entries combine the sonic power of a synthesizer, the hands-on immediacy of a digital workstation, the revolutionary concept of an Integrated Sampling Sequencer (ISS) for total integration of audio and MIDI, and a user interface which puts power at the user's fingertips.

The 61-key Motif ES 6, 76-key Motif ES 7 and 88-key Motif ES 8 feature the largest and most musical Wave ROM ever provided in a workstation keyboard (175 MB in 16 bit linear format). At the heart of the ES series is an advanced new tone generator chip which includes a generous 128 notes of polyphony, new filter algorithms and massive DSP power (16 three-band EQ, eight Insert effects, two system effects and two master effects in Song and Pattern Mode).

The Motif ES is loaded with a superb sample set. Yamaha's MegaVoice technology reproduces stunningly realistic sounds, complete with physical characteristics, timbres and nuances of sampled acoustic and amplified instruments. Additional sound features include Phrase Factory , with 1700 arpeggios and real time loop remix, making it easier than ever to create great tracks. With the advanced Integrated Sampling sequencer (ISS), users can even add audio tracks into their songs.

Improved hands-on control functions include larger knobs, sliders, transport controls, and a new ribbon controller. Templates are included for using the Motif ES as a remote control surface for the industry's most popular software sequencers.

Other features include support for 512 MB of DIMM Sample RAM, USB storage hosting and second generation mLAN computer connectivity for future expandability. The mLAN16E option will allow the Motif ES to easily integrate with mLAN devices such as the Yamaha 01X.

"The Motif ES is the most powerful workstation synthesizer on the market," states Michael Martin, marketing manager, Digital Musical Instruments. "The new tone generator, massive amount of Wave ROM and MegaVoice technology make these very expressive and musical instruments."

All three models are currently available, and supercede the Motif 7 and Motif 8 Music Production Synthesizers; the Motif 6 will stay in the line at a reduced price. An upgrade program, Motif Loyalty, is currently available for U.S. customers who are either buying a Motif ES through an authorized Yamaha dealer or buying a pre-owned Motif from a person who is selling it in order to buy a Motif ES.

After purchasing the ES product, customers are directed to fill out the online registration form at www.motifloyalty.com. Within four to six weeks, registrants will receive a certificate for a one-year warranty extension, a free Motif/Motif ES Survival Kit CD, a choice of Get Motifated! ES DVDs (for ES customers only) and 25 percent off on a selection of Yamaha accessories. In addition, participants will automatically be entered into the monthly drawings for free Yamaha products. The program runs through March 31, 2004.

For more information on the Motif ES Series and the Motif Loyalty sales program, write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Digital Musical Instruments, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com, www.yamahasynth.com or www.motifator.com. or www.motifloyalty.com.