BAGS & CASES
PIANOS, KEYBOARDS & SYNTHESIZERS
YAMAHA NEW ARIUS SERIES MODELS
Yamaha has released its refreshed ARIUS Series 88-key weighted digital pianos, designed to bring the refined touch and sound of an acoustic grand piano into the home. The lineup includes full-size models YDP-146 and YDP-166 and compact models YDP-S36 and YDP-S56, offering options for a wide range of players and living spaces. Each model delivers the natural feel and resonance of a real piano, paired with features that support learn- ing, creativity and musical development. The ARIUS Series features 88 weighted keys that replicate the touch and response of an acoustic piano, along with the brand’s CFX Concert Grand Piano Voice and VRM Lite technology for rich, resonant sound. A newly developed keyboard and enhanced speaker system further improve playability and clarity, creating a more immersive experience. {yamaha.com}
FRAP TOOLS 8-VOICE ANALOG THRU-ZERO FM SYNTHESIZER
Frap Tools has upgraded its Magnolia as an 8-Voice Analog Thru-Zero FM Synthesizer with the availability of firmware 1.10 — enabling numerous enhancements and bug fixes. Improvements benefitting users of Magno- lia as a result of the firmware update include 200 additional memory slots, bringing the total to 400; full MIDI and CC implementation (in and out) over every parameter; MIDI over USB; user-definable aftertouch curves with 11 degrees of hardness/softness; and adjustable LED brightness. {frap.tools}
RHODES MUSIC RHODES CLAV PRO PLUG-IN Rhodes Music has introduced the Rhodes Clav Pro plug-in, a recreation of a rare 1977 Clav D6 “Transition” model. Captur- ing the sharp attack, expressive response and rhythmic character that helped define the sounds of funk, soul, disco and rock, Clav Pro brings the distinctive quali- ties of the D6 to today’s keyboardists, composers and producers. Timbre Shift allows players to move seamlessly from pristine studio sparkle to gritty, road-worn character, exploring a wide range of tonal personalities inspired by different eras and conditions of the vintage instru- ment. Meticulously modeled ampli- fier simulations, multiple microphone options, adjustable cabinet resonance, authentic key noise modelling and the integrated Rhodes FX suite expand Clav Pro’s sonic possibilities while preserving the character and playing experience of the original Clav D6. {rhodesmusic.com}
50 I MUSIC INC. I SEPTEMBER 2026
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