GUITAR EFFECTS PEDAL IS "MAGIC"

—Yamaha Unveils Magicstomp Compact Design Stereo Stomp Box—

BUENA PARK, CA (December 12, 2003)—The Yamaha Magicstomp is a new concept in effects technology for the electric or acoustic/electric guitar. This ultra-compact, user-friendly "stomp box" contains effects from the Yamaha UD, AG and DG Stomp programs, digital effects from the Yamaha SPX family, and a total of 198 sound programs (99 preset/99 user), vintage and new amp models, studio-quality effects, and speaker/microphone models, using powerful 24-bit processing.

Simply connect the Magicstomp via USB to a computer (MAC or PC format) to edit programs, patch configuration and patch downloads from the Internet. Bundled software includes driver, editor and tone data files, with a number of preset and additional patches. A dedicated website (to debut in January) will allow users to upload and download programs—including a number of high-profile artist patches—free of charge.

"Although the Magicstomp performs complex functions internally, Yamaha has succeeded in keeping the user interface simple and easy to use." states Joseph Brasler, marketing manager, Yamaha Guitars. "The real 'magic' here is that we've created a product so powerful and fun, it will be impossible for guitar players to resist."

The intuitive interface contains hot-rod plum and brushed aluminum bodywork, an easy-to-read LCD for editing, three surface multi-function parameter knobs, increment/decrement and on/off switches, and volume control, with the most popular parameters available in real time. Balanced ¼" stereo outputs provide hotter signal/noise ratio. Accessories include a 9-Volt phantom power supply and USB cable.

The Magicstomp is currently available. Check out the January 2004 issue of Alternative Press magazine to see how the Magicstomp stacks up against other pedals and processors.

For more information on the Magicstomp, write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Guitar Products, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; email infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com.