Robot sings using new voice technology... Oct 7, 2009
Boffins at Yamaha invented the pop bot that croons tunes along with an automatic piano ... The singing machine called the HRP-4C uses Yamaha's voice synthesis technology Vocaloid. (The Drudge Report)
Yamaha Motor Begins Second Research on 'The Relationship between Motorcycle Riding and Brain Stimulation' Oct 6, 2009
Yamaha Motor Begins Second Research on 'The Relationship between Motorcycle Riding and Brain Stimulation. Yamaha Motor Begins Second Research on 'The Relationship between Motorcycle Riding and Brain Stimulation ... Tokyo, Oct 6, 2009 (JCN) - Yamaha Motor has announced the start of a second joint research project on the subject of the relationship between motorcycle riding and brain stimulation with Ryuta Kawashima Laboratory of the Department of Functional Brain Imaging, Institute of... (JCN Network, Japan)
Stoner back in business with second placing Oct 5, 2009
Start 00004000 ing from pole position, the Yamaha rider quickly retook the lead after losing it to Dani Pedrosa early on in the 28-lap race and was unchallenged to the end for his fifth win. Rossi, who started second, finished fourth and now leads the standings with 250 points while Lorenzo has 232 with three races remaining. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Closing the lid Oct 2, 2009
Its parent company, Yamaha, is moving production to the Far East. BBC Radio 4's You and Yours took a tour of the Buckinghamshire factory with managing director Brian Kemble. (BBC News -- UK)
3 arrested in burglary of church Sep 24, 2009
They are also following leads as to the whereabouts of other items reported missing including a Peavey amplifier, two speakers, a mixing board and two microphones; and a Yamaha keyboard. Two men, out on bond. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Disabling User Account Control in Vista Sep 22, 2009
For instance, the Samsung BD-P3600, which got a good review by your Cnet colleagues, goes for $299, while the lowest price for the Yamaha BDS2900 is $750. The Yamaha has a long list of highfalutin' features I can't understand, and I'm primarily interested in image quality ... Would there be a great difference between the Samsung and Yamaha images that would justify the big price difference. (San Francisco Chronicle)
World's fastest car Ultimate Aero to storm Indian roads Sep 21, 2009
The Indian market has also been witnessing the launch of an array of super bikes such as the Suzuki Hayabusa, Yamaha VMAX, Honda CBR1000R, American iconic brand Harley Davidsons Fat Boy and Italian Ducati bikes in the price band of Rs 10-60 lakh. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Yamaha Announces USB Microphone Speakers with High-Quality Voice and Audio for Skype Users Sep 18, 2009
TOKYO, Sept. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Yamaha Corporation (hereinafter Yamaha) has announced the development of SoundGadget "PSG-01S" and Projectphone "PJP-25URS", both Skype-certified speakerphones with high-quality voice and audio. Yamaha plans to begin shipments in September 2009 to Europe and the United States ... Yutaro Nakano, Director of Sales of Yamaha Sound Network Division, commented, "PSG-01S and PJP-25URS are embedded with audio-processing technologies, such as adaptive echo cancellers and... (PR Newswire)
Auto cos getting ready for festival ride Sep 16, 2009
One of its rivals, Yamaha will launch a couple of bikes this week, including what the company claims is the fastest motorcycle in the world. Suzuki Motorcycle will start a scheme offering gifts worth Rs 3000 to Rs 65,000. (India Times)
Vodafone hits 2.5 million subscribers Sep 12, 2009
2 million and includes 60 scholarships worth GH2,000 each, Yamaha laptops, motor bikes, ipods, Vodafone branded phones and 4x4 Nissan Pajero vehicles. In the first draw Mr. Joe Habib, 34, a private lottery agent with Asare Original Pay All from Upper West Region won a 4x4 Nissan Pajero, five others won laptops, four won motor bikes, 10 won scholarships, 50 won ipods and 300 won Vodafone branded phones. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rossi in Ferrari talks over Monza F1 drive Sep 8, 2009
The 30-year-old is also considering his future with current MotoGP team Yamaha, who revealed last week that Jorge Lorenzo, his main rival for this year's title would be given a new contract for next season. In other Formula One news, Force India said on Monday that Vitantonio Liuzzi would replace fellow Italian Fisichella for the rest of the season. (CNN -- World)
What is an American car? Sep 1, 2009
They service Yamaha and Suziki, so that BUY AMERICAN kinda gets blown out of the water. Putting all of that aside Nothing gives them or you the right to discriminate against Granny. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Moto GP: Mission In-Rossi-ble? Aug 30, 2009
Pole Sitter Pedrosa Says He'll Need More To Beat Fiat Yamaha Riders Sunday - IndySports ... Despite pole for Sunday race, Dani Pedrosa says Fiat Yamaha riders will be tough to beat at Indianapolis GP ... "I think in practice already it's difficult to beat the Yamahas, so I think for us the practice went well and that's all.". (FOX59, IN)
Fond farewells Aug 18, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Blogs: Noise Pollution. Welcome to Sydney Morning Herald Online. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
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Post the First Comment Aug 16, 2009
And I love Yamaha pianos. The Current: Where else have you performed. (The Current Online, MO)
Racer visits Camp Atterbury Aug 14, 2009
Valentino Rossi won that race on his Fiat Yamaha Team motorcycle while Edwards finished 15th on his Tech 3 Yamaha. Rossi currently leads the MotoGP World Championship Standings with Edwards in fifth place just 84 points behind. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Virus sidelines Stoner for three races Aug 11, 2009
Stoner was lying third in the overall standings behind Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi of Italy and Spaniard Jorge Lorenzo. The battle for the world title will now focus on Rossi and Lorenzo with the Italian having a 35-point advantage with eight races left. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Jerry Riopelle relaunches Beamz Aug 7, 2009
Barry Bittman, chief executive officer of the Yamaha Music ess Institute, believes in recreational music-making and the Beamz. Too many people, he said, are missing out on the social and creative aspects of music because they were weeded out of music opportunities by teachers focused on mastery and performance. (AZCentral -- Business)
Japan looks for zoneboost in Pakistan Aug 4, 2009
Suzuki, Sony, Yamaha and Marubeni are among Japanese outfits that have reportedly shown interest in establishing units in the SEZ. ... Five years ago, Japan dominated the motorbike market in Pakistan but now Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki are losing sales to Chinese bikes. (Asia Times Online)
Salewske Leads $2 Million 2009 Forrest Wood Cup In Pittsburgh Aug 2, 2009
The Family Fun Zone offers fans a chance to meet their Fantasy Fishing team anglers face-to-face and review the latest products from Berkley, Lowrance, Ranger, Evinrude, Yamaha and other sponsors while children are treated to giveaways, fishing themed games and rides like the Ranger Boat simulator. Children 14 and under visiting the Family Fun Zone on Sunday will receive a free rod and reel combo while supplies last. (PR Newswire)
Home Theater Audio Aug 1, 2009
Some people prefer Yamaha, while others prefer Denon. Others may prefer higher priced separate components and skip the big name brand companies. (Suite101.com)
Lefebre Claims Early Lead at 2009 Forrest Wood Cup Presented by BP and Castrol Jul 31, 2009
" Lefebre said his area is holding a good number of fish and he intends to return to the area again Friday. Rounding out the top five places are David Curtis of Trinity, Texas (five bass, 8-12); Team Chevy pro Larry Nixon of Bee Branch, Ark. (five bass, 8-4); Team Folgers pro Scott Suggs of Bryant, Ark. (five bass, 7-12); and Michael Iaconelli of Runnemede, N.J. (five bass, 7-10). Rounding out the top 10 spots are Kellogg's pro Greg Bohannan of Rogers, Ark., 2009 BFL All-American winner Adam... (PR Newswire)
Yamaha neoHD Jul 30, 2009
Official Site: Yamaha ... Company: Yamaha Electronics Corporation ... But this box is Yamaha s new neoHD controller -- which promises to bring order to the whole game. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Urge defeat of 'cap and trade' Jul 30, 2009
I rode a Yamaha (number 13 machine assigned to me) not even leaving the village yet I encountered a small problem with an obstacle at the slope of a small incline and well into the trip when the accident happened. Driving over the rough terrain at the top of the bluff I did slow my machine down (they are set at 50) as the going was becoming rough and uneven. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Fishermen to watch Jul 29, 2009
Despite a shaky practice season this year, the Yamaha Pro has a record that includes two Land O' Lakes Angler of the Year titles, two Wal-Mart open championships, and three record-setting FLW Tour Angler of the Year honors (1997, 2000, 2009. His career earnings on the FLW tour have reached $1. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Richard Gordon has an idea about how to save Lodi Unified School District music programs (484) Jul 28, 2009
"Officials, however, cautioned that since music was a service eliminated and people laid off, there may be an issue with allowing volunteers to take the previously paid positions and that would need to be worked out with the district's personnel department.Gordon grew up in a small town in Montana that no longer exists. Without electricity there was no entertainment, so nearby towns held amateur talent contests where Gordon competed by singing solos.He continued doing so in the Navy Glee Club... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Stoner one lap down as Dovizioso wins British MotoGP Jul 27, 2009
The race was won by Italian Honda rider Andrea Dovizioso, who beat home American Colin Edwards on a Yamaha with Frenchman Randy de Puniet third on a Honda. Championship leader Valentino Rossi crashed while leading but still extended his points break by finishing fifth while Yamaha team-mate Jorge Lorenzo slid out. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
China: The bicycle kingdom is going electric Jul 27, 2009
One of them is Xu, on her Yamaha e-bike, making the half-hour commute from her apartment to her job as a marketing manager. She had thought of buying a car but dropped the idea. (USA Today -- Money)
Madison County police blotter Jul 22, 2009
Theft: On July 13, a Garnett Ward Road, Hull, resident reported that someone stole a Yamaha 180cc dirt bike, valued at $1,000, from his home while parked under a shed. Harassment: On July 13, deputy Burl Johnson met with a 36-year-old Colbert man who said his ex-girlfriend from Danielsville keeps calling to threaten to have him locked up in jail. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rossi clinches German MotoGP race Jul 20, 2009
Valentino Rossi held off Yamaha teammate Jorge Lorenzo in a wheel-to-wheel last lap to win the German MotoGP race on Sunday. Rossi crossed the line. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bourne at Opry Mills Bass Pro Shop Saturday Jul 12, 2009
A customized Yamaha AR-230 campaign patrol boat, donated by Yamaha and manned by TWRA-trained staff, will cruise Percy Priest and Old Hickory lakes throughout the summer, giving away 800 inflatable life jackets to those who pledge to wear them at all times while boating. Story created Jul 10, 2009 - 12:09:00 EDT.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Police Blotter: July 11, 2009 Jul 11, 2009
An Odessa man reported someone took his blue 2008 Yamaha Raptor ATV worth $10,000 between 5:30 a.m. and 9:40 a.m. Wednesday in the 300 block of Lotteman Drive. Reader Comments Many of you have expressed concerns about some of the harsh anonymous comments from readers. (Odessa American, TX)
Clausen Makes Move in Land O'Lakes Angler of the Year Race Jul 10, 2009
"I've been here a lot of times and I know a lot of areas. The third and fourth days, when the wind lay down, is when I started catching them real good. "I've got several places that are holding fish, but where I fished today seemed to have a little bit better fish, and that's what you've got to have here," Hardin added. Rounding out the top five places are Pete Gluszek of Mt. Laurel, N.J. (five bass, 19-12); Team Tums pro David Fritts of Lexington, N.C. (five bass, 19-5); Team Land O'Lakes pro... (PR Newswire)
Stocks Fall for Seventh Day on Yen's Strength, Concerns Over Weak Earnings Jul 9, 2009
Japanese Stocks Fall for Seventh Day on Yen, Earnings Concern - Bloomberg. Updated: New York, Jul 09 04:10 London, Jul 09 09:10 Tokyo, Jul 09 17:10. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Recognize riders as good activity, economic force Jul 8, 2009
Cloudbase Dave wrote on Jul 7, 2009 11:09 AM:" For as long as I have been existing here (living is a term for normal life) I have seen the hills next to the jail and behind the Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha store being riden on with no probems. After all these years my question is WHY ALL THE CONTROVERSY? If liability is the problem wasn't it a "problem" years ago? If environomental was it the same years ago? Why was it "ignored" then but now it's all of a sudden a "problem"? ". totally agree wrote on... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Jackson is Facebook's most popular Jul 8, 2009
Michael Jackson is most popular person on Facebook with nearly 7 million fans. Previously, U.S. President Obama had the most fans. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Polar blog: 'Something afoot in the Arctic' Jul 8, 2009
Polar blog: 'There's something afoot in the Arctic' - CNN.com. Polar blog: 'There's something afoot in the Arctic. (CNN)
Internet music royalty agreement Jul 8, 2009
Webcasters agree to pay music royalties - CNN.com. Webcasters agree to pay music royalties. (CNN -- Law)
Pickens shelves wind farm project Jul 8, 2009
Oil baron's wind farm project hits doldrums - CNN.com. Oil baron's wind farm project hits doldrums. (CNN -- Law)
Shrinking sheep? Jul 8, 2009
Could a warming world lead to pocket-sized sheep. Could a warming world lead to pocket-sized sheep. (CNN -- International)
Jackson most popular on Facebook Jul 8, 2009
Michael Jackson is Facebook's most popular - CNN.com. Michael Jackson is Facebook's most popular. (CNN -- International)
SS numbers predicted Jul 8, 2009
Report: Social Security numbers can be predicted - CNN.com. Report: Social Security numbers can be predicted. (CNN)
iPhone porn? Jul 8, 2009
Can Apple keep the iPhone app store clean. Can Apple keep the iPhone app store clean. (CNN -- US)
10 humor sites sure to make you LOL Jul 7, 2009
Forget LOL cats, here are 10 lesser-known Web sites that will give you a laugh. "Laser Portraits" highlights cheesy school pictures from the '80s. (CNN -- Law)
Unlocked cell phones coming to U.S. Jul 6, 2009
Unlocking the unlocked cell phone market - CNN.com. Unlocking the unlocked cell phone market. (CNN)
In rural China, a 'green' revolution Jul 6, 2009
Green' revolution under way in rural China - CNN.com. Green' revolution under way in rural China. (CNN -- International)
10 Web sites to make you laugh Jul 5, 2009
10 humor sites sure to make you LOL - CNN.com. 10 humor sites sure to make you LOL. (CNN -- International)
Unlocking the unlocked cell phone market Jul 5, 2009
Without hefty carrier subsidies, will "unlocked" cell phones ever crack the U.S.. Up until recently, phones not tied to wireless carriers were only available overseas. (CNN -- Law)
Dell turns netbooks into navigation devices Jul 4, 2009
Dell will introduce a GPS and Wi-Fi card that can be added to its netbooks. The company's netbooks will be able to offer turn-by-turn directions. (CNN -- Tech)
New map shows 99 percent of Earth's terrain Jul 3, 2009
New digital topographic map reveals more of Earth than ever before. Images were taken by Japanese imaging instrument on NASA satellite. (CNN)
Smartphones sprout on the farm Jul 3, 2009
Smartphones and online social networks are gaining popularity on farms. Farmers use Internet phones to check weather and monitor pesticides. (CNN -- International)
Facebook cleans up controls Jul 3, 2009
Facebook cleans up its privacy controls - CNN.com. Facebook cleans up its privacy controls. (CNN)
Twittering from the tractor: tech on the farm Jul 3, 2009
Twittering from the tractor: smartphones sprout on the farm - CNN.com. Twittering from the tractor: smartphones sprout on the farm. (CNN)
Regional Roundup Jul 2, 2009
Witnesses told the CHP that Olson was traveling west at more than 100 mph when he reached a curve and lost control of the 2007 Yamaha RS, according to the California Highway Patrol. Olson went off the north side of the road and was thrown from the motorcycle. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Band Records Entire Song On iPhone Jul 2, 2009
Guitars and bass were on small practice amps, and Merrin used a cheap Yamaha keyboard. The tune was recorded at Zimitti's Los Angeles house, for a total of 16 tracks altogether. (W-USA News, DC)
Yamaha Selects TwonkyMedia Server to Power MusicCAST2 Home Audio Product Line Jul 2, 2009
Proven Software Makes it Easy to Access, Share and Enjoy Music On Compatible Yamaha Devices throughout the Home; Users Control it All with MusicCAST2 Network Music System ... SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PacketVideo (PV) announced today that Yamaha Corporation has selected PVs award-winning TwonkyMedia server software to enable the seamless sharing of digital music content on its new line of home audio products named MusicCAST2, which includes the new MCX-RC100 Network Music Commander and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Galt man dies in solo motorcycle accident Jul 1, 2009
Witnesses said the man was traveling west at more than 100 mph on a black 2007 Yamaha RS when he reached a curve, said CHP spokesman Adrian Quintero. The man couldn't control the motorcycle and went off the north shoulder, where he was thrown off the bike. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Police Beat: June 30, 2009 Jun 30, 2009
June 28, 12:50 a.m., Hallie Dr.: A man reported his blue 2005 Yamaha Kodiak 400 ATV stolen from his home. UNDERAGE DRINKING. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Byron Chaves claims the title Jun 30, 2009
As the tournament's top angler, Chaves now advances to the BASS Federation Nation Championship presented by Yamaha Outboards and Skeeter Boats Oct. 28-30 on Florida's Harris Chain of Lakes ... With a cumulative weight of 304 pounds, 4 ounces, Washington won the team title, as well as a $30,000 Skeeter/Yamaha package. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Two die in unrelated weekend accidents Jun 29, 2009
Police said David W. Cast II, 24, was operating a 2002 blue Yamaha motorcycle at about 10:45 a.m., heading west along state Route 26. Cast failed to stay in his lane and went off the north side of the road in the town of Eaton, police said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Health scare ruins Stoner title hopes Jun 29, 2009
For the second successive race, Stoner was forced to battle physical problems to claim a podium finish, as title rival Valentino Rossi raced away to notch up his 100th MotoGP win ahead of Yamaha teammate Jor 00004000 ge Lorenzo on Saturday. As in Catalunya a fortnight ago, 2007 world champion Stoner needed medical treatment immediately after the Assen race and could not give interviews. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Symphony of the City Jun 29, 2009
Then downtown again, to the West Village, where the Yamaha company had parked four pianos in the middle of Cornelia Street, and members of Composers Collaborative, led by Jed Distler, were performing Canto Ostinato, by the Dutch minimalist Simeon ten Holt. A light rain had begun to fall; the pianos were protected by tents. (New Yorker)
Rossi wins Dutch MotoGP, Stoner third Jun 28, 2009
The eight-time world champion finished five seconds clear of his Yamaha team-mate, Jorge Lorenzo of Spain, while Australian Casey Stoner was a distant third for Ducati. All three started the day sharing the championship lead. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rossi v Lorenzo: another duel in the crown of great races Jun 21, 2009
Rossi's desperation, so unusual in a rider of his age and experience, was underscored by his surgical last corner pass on his Yamaha teammate. By Lorenzo's admission, it happened in a place where no one would expect an overtaking move. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
