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The Ultimate in Personal Music Entertainment
Ever since the original Yamaha Disklavier introduced the marvels of hybrid acoustic/digital pianos back in 1986, these computer-age 'player' pianos have evolved into instruments that can reproduce 'live' acoustic piano concerts and ensemble music with instrumental backings and vocal tracks. The Disklavier Mark IV takes this all a step further. Yamaha's unique combination of both acoustic and digital superiority has made it the obvious choice of music-lovers, pianists, and educators worldwide. Its easy-to-operate user functions make the Disklavier a breeze to customize and automate, always giving you the right music at the right time. Combining the tone and touch of world-class Yamaha grand pianos with an astonishing range of interactive capabilities, the Mark IV is the ultimate piano for home entertainment systems, business establishments, or educational and creative environments.
The sleek, compact design of the PRC-100 literally packs all of the Disklavier Mark IV's features and functions into a single hand-held device. Its intuitive full-color touch screen (320 x 240 pixels) is as easy to read as it is to use. You can browse your entire library with the handy stylus, or create custom playlists using the built-in QWERTY keypad.
Just connect a microphone to the Disklavier Mark IV piano and sing along through its built-in speakers. To fine-tune your experience, the Mark IV offers performance-enhancing vocal effects including room, stage, hall, and reverb. You can choose to display song lyrics externally on any TV monitor or on internally via the Tablet Remote Control. To browse the vast library of song disks available, visit www.yamahamusicsoft.com.
The Disklavier Mark IV performs as a stand-alone unit or as part of the ultimate home audio/video system. With genuine Yamaha speakers, each powered monitor is discretely mounted at an outward angle sending music away from the piano for a more spacious overall sound. For larger audio systems and installations, flexible output routings are provided to send music to any part of the house your system allows. Outputs assigned to areas far from the Disklavier can have a digital piano sound inserted into the audio stream, while keeping a background only mix sounding in areas near the acoustic piano.
Using the Media Center, software can be played directly from the built-in floppy disk and CD drives, and removable USB storage devices*, or loaded to internal memory for easy access. Convenient connections include headphone outputs, microphone input, and USB ports. The retractable glossy, black cover conceals the Media Center and matches the finish of the piano's cabinetry.
* Certain USB storage devices may not function properly with the Disklavier Mark IV Series.
For a list of compatible products, please visit www.yamaha.com/disklavier.
From the latest tunes to the most cherished classics, Internet Direct Connection (IDC) puts all the songs you want to listen to right at your fingertips. IDC allows you to connect your Disklavier directly to the Internet, giving you access to special Disklavier network services. You can select DisklavierRadio to stream broadcasts, DisklavierMusicStore to preview, purchase, and download songs, or Network Update to receive product updates. With IDC and the Disklavier Mark IV, you'll always be just a stream or a download away from your very own command performance!
With IDC, the Disklavier Mark IV functions as a radio by streaming songs. DisklavierRadio subscribers can choose from among more than 10 music channels. And piano selections played on the Disklavier truly resonate when instrumental accompaniment is streamed through Disklavier speakers.
The DisklavierMusicStore has something for everyone. IDC delivers a comprehensive collection of song titles, conveniently organized by genre, to the Disklavier pocket remote control for downloading without using a PC*! Thousands of titles to choose from make the search for a tune as much fun as the find. Thirty-second previews let you audition songs before making your selection. And purchasing and downloading can be done by individual song or by album to suit your needs. Search, preview, purchase, and download – it's just that easy!
* A PC is required for initial registration only.
While the Disklavier Mark IV is known for appeasing the ears, with PianoSoft•Plus Graphics, it can also appeal to the eyes. Images corresponding to tunes being played on the Disklavier piano can be displayed on any available monitor, providing visual accompaniment to your musical moments.
There's a reason why the Yamaha Disklavier has become the symbol of excellence in reproducing pianos. Disklavier technology is factory-built into the piano from the beginning of its construction.
The Disklavier Mark IV's advanced intricate internal construction:
Floppy disks, CDs, and other removable media are fine for carrying music from one place to another. But once the music makes it to the Disklavier Mark IV, it can be loaded onto the vast internal memory capable of holding hundreds of hours of music. Virtually every MIDI song file ever created for the Disklavier could be loaded and stored inside the Mark IV. If that seems a little excessive, the extra storage comes in handy for loading CD audio tracks.
The world's first continual-detection optical hammer sensor continuously traces the hammer position from the time a key is pressed until it's released. This outperforms the previous two-point detection sensors of earlier Disklaviers and the simpler "Key ON/OFF" sensors used on many other systems. With the grayscale key sensor, the Mark IV monitors every motion of the key and hammer – even rapidly repeated notes – with meticulous precision and the softest touch.
Under the command of specially developed LSI microprocessors, the servo control system continuously monitors the movement of each key, precisely recreating every detail of the original performance. This allows for a slow return of the keys and delicate pianissimo, things that were previously unattainable.
The Disklavier Mark IV has the ability to connect to a wide range of external equipment. Essentially, any device that connects to the Mark IV will be plugged into this "Input/Output" center. You can connect TVs, cameras, computers, home networks, and various other audio and music equipment to the I/O Center. No matter what your particular needs are, the Mark IV is ready to play.
A truly revolutionary breakthrough in Disklavier technology, the PianoSmart system opens up a world of additional ways to enjoy your digital/acoustic piano. PianoSmart intelligently synchronizes Disklavier recording and playback with the operation of the built-in CD player. What this means in real terms is that you can now record your own piano or electronic instrumental tracks while listening to your favorite CDs, and play them back in perfect combination with the original recordings. 'Sit in' with the hottest new groups, classic combos or a full symphony orchestra, then sit back, press a couple of buttons, and listen to yourself performing 'live' with the pros!
Through the use of SMPTE Time Code, PianoSmart can also synchronize recording and playback with external devices such as multi-track recording equipment and video cameras. These features enable pianists, families and educators to create audiovisual records of any performance, complete with 'live' Disklavier acoustic piano playback, stereo audio instrumentals and vocals, and full-motion video – all as one integrated presentation. They also allow creative musicians to collaborate in ways seldom dreamed of before. In combination with the many other Disklavier capabilities, PianoSmart extends digital/acoustic creativity into a whole new universe of options.
Incorporating their own stereo (20W) audio system with dual two-way speakers, E3 Series pianos let you enjoy the sound of ensemble playback along with the acoustic piano itself. There's no complex setup; simply select the music you want to hear, press PLAY and sit back to enjoy the show. You can also use your Disklavier sound system to play your audio CDs. And, with the Disklavier's external connections, you can easily tie it into your home audio system, letting you route the sound through remote speakers to bring the concert to other rooms-even outdoors for parties on the patio.
Along with an unprecedented range of internal capabilities, Disklavier pianos also provide easy plug-and-play access to a world of external equipment. MIDI IN/OUT jacks let you control devices like synthesizers and sequencers from the Disklavier piano keyboard, add the capabilities of other MIDI devices to your Disklavier ensemble, or play the Disklavier's piano and instrumental tones from external equipment.
Omni-Out connections let you amplify the Disklavier's sound via external audio equipment. The Omni-In jack also allows you to listen and play along with audio recordings through external speakers.
USB lets you connect the Disklavier directly to your personal computer, for virtually unlimited range of additional possibilities. Play the Disklavier from your PC keyboard or applications. Download music files for playback on your Disklavier.
Every E3 Disklavier comes with hours of music right from the factory featuring selections from PianoSoft Solo, PianoSoft Plus, and even PianoSoft Plus Audio! This means that the moment your E3 is delivered and powered-up, you'll be listening to music right away.
You can purchase and download titles from the PianoSoft catalog, or view the entire catalog at www.yamahamusicsoft.com.
The original Disklavier music software, Yamaha PianoSoft offers prerecorded piano concerts by many of the greatest pianists of our times, along with many more performances by top studio pianists. The PianoSoft library includes literally hundreds of titles in genres from classical to jazz, pop and country music, along with special seasonal collections, regional anthologies, children's songs, and compilations made especially for instrumental or vocal accompaniment. Whatever your taste in music, PianoSoft can bring it to you at the touch of a button, with 'live' piano music in the comfort of your own home!
The 'Plus' in Yamaha PianoSoft-Plus software is the addition of digital instrumental ensemble tracks, made possible by the Disklavier's internal XG MIDI tone generator. With these disks, you can enjoy Disklavier acoustic piano performance augmented by the sound of strings, brass, woodwind, percussion and more. Sit back to the beautiful sounds of chamber music, the passion and drive of a jazz quartet, the upbeat tempos of a popular group, or a stirring orchestral arrangement. It's all right there, with the ease of a USB memory stick. Just slip it into your Disklavier, press PLAY and enjoy your command performance.
The E3 Series' CD-playing capabilities expand your musical entertainment options even further. PianoSoft-Plus Audio and other audio/MIDI CD software complements Disklavier performance with high-fidelity vocal and instrumental audio tracks. Experience the sound of your favorite groups – complete with vocalists and instrumental soloists – enhanced by the live-concert presence of Disklavier acoustic piano playback. With a variety of titles already available*, and more in development, your Disklavier can entertain you and your guests better than ever – all with the ease and convenience of conventional audio CDs.
* Availability may be limited in some countries.
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| Sensor System | Key Sensors Hammer Sensors Pedal Sensors |
Non-contact optical fiber/grayscale shutter sensing system for 88 keys (senses the key position, keying velocity, and key releasing velocity) Non-contact optical fiber/grayscale shutter sensing system* Non-contact digital optical sensing system (senses the pedal position)** *Except for DGC1M4, DC1M4, DC2M4 **Continuous sensing for the damper and soft pedals, and on/off sensing for the sostenuto pedal. |
| Drive System | Keys | DSP servo drive system (high-power servo controlled solenoids) |
| Pedals | DSP servo drive system (servo controlled solenoids) | |
| Data Storage | Internal Memory | 80GB |
| File Format | Standard MIDI File (format 0, 1) / E-SEQ | |
| Removable Media | Floppy Disk: 3.5" 2DD (720 KB) or 2HD (1.44 MB) floppy disk Compact Disc: Audio CDs, PianoSoftoPlusAudio, Data CD USB Flash Memory: Yes |
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| Media Center | Drives Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight |
CD and floppy disk drive 16" x 10-1/8" x 2-7/8" (405 x 257 x 73 mm) 7.3 lbs. (3.3 kg) |
| Pocket Remote Control Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight |
2-15/16" x 5-7/16" x 15/16" (74 x 138 x 23 mm) 7.4 lbs. (210 g)* *Includes rechargeable battery, but not the screen protector and wireless LAN card. |
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| Monitor Speakers | Rated Power Output Drivers Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight |
20W x 2; tone and volume controls 6-1/4" (16 cm) woofer x 2 5-11/16" x 9-5/16" x 6-5/8 (144 x 236 x 167 mm) 9.7 lbs. (4.4 kg) |
| Record/Playback Modes | Standard | |
| Pitch Control | Set at A=440, tunable ± 50 cents in 1-cent steps | |
| Sound Muting Mechanism | Motor-driven hammer shank stopper | |
| Piano Voice and Performance Tone |
Type Polyphony Normal Voices |
AWM2/Articulation Element Modeling (AEM) 64-note digital stereo sampling (90MB wave memory, 16 bit linear) (AWM2) 6-note AEM Piano (digital stereo sampling) and other 42 voices |
| Ensemble Tone | Type Polyphony Ensemble Parts Voice Module Modes Normal Voices Drum Voices |
Advanced Wave Memory 2 (AWM2) 32-note max. 16 XG, GM 676 21 kits total |
| Power Source | Local AC current, 100~240V, 50/60Hz | |
| Supplied Accessories | Media Center, installation kit for the Media Center, monitor speaker, installation kit for the monitor speaker, speaker cord, PRC100 Pocket Remote Control, CF wireless LAN card, EA-BL08 rechargeable battery, cradle, EA-70 AC adapter, AC power cord, advanced operating manual, Quick Guide, stereo headphones | |
| Optional Accessories | HPE-170 headphones | |
| Length Width Height |
5' 3" (161 cm) 58-3/4" (149 cm) 39-3/4 " (101 cm) |
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| Weight | 729 lbs. (331 kg.)* * Weight includes control unit and speakers |
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| Finish | All models available in polished ebony finish. Please contact your dealer for other available finishes. | |