YAMAHA SHOWCASES SIGNAUTRE AES ELECTRICS
—Custom Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck Models
Blend Radical Design and Classic Silhouette—
ANAHEIM, CA—Yamaha Corporation of America, Guitar Products,
will introduce the Amir Derakh AES-AD6 and Ryan Shuck AES-RS7
electric guitars at Winter NAMM 2002. A collaboration between
Derakh and Shuck—best known for their work with alt-rock
act Orgy—and Yamaha Guitar Development (YGD), both models
feature a visually stunning appearance, yet can withstand the
punishing demands of today's rock, heavy metal, alternative
and other hard-edged music, onstage or in the studio.
The 6-string AES-AD6 and 7-string AES-RS7 blend radical, high
tech looks together with classic silhouettes. Original Yamaha
designs feature uniquely sculptured, lightweight solid Alder
bodies, bolt-on Maple necks, unique headstocks, and fingerboards
painted to match body color. Detailed appointments include multi-angled
body surface cuts, aluminum bar fingerboard inlays, a chrome
low-mass Tun-O-Matic style bridge, independent tail pieces,
and custom chrome tuners.
Electronics include bridge position direct-mounted, custom
designed DiMarzio humbuckers, controlled via a single passive
Volume pot. In addition, both models boast a longer 26 ¼"
scale and special string gauge for down tuning to A or B below
E—vital to today's edgy, guitar-driven rock styles.
"The AES-AD6 and AES-RS7 have the aggressive looks and
attitudes not seen on Yamaha electrics of the past," states
Ken Dapron, director, Yamaha Guitar Development. "Working
together with Ryan and Amir, we have developed instruments that
look, feel and sound like guitars designed for the demands of
today's young rock players."
The AES-AD6 is available in Grey Pearl and Blue finishes.
The AES-RS7 is available in Black or Burgundy Metallic finishes.
For more information on the AES-AD6 and AES-RS7 signature
electric guitars, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2002 in the Marquis
Ballroom at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel; write Yamaha Corporation
of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Guitar Products,
P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011;
e-mail infostation@yamaha.com;
or visit www.yamaha.com or www.yamahaguitars.com.
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