Yamaha Pro Audio Debuts First Entry into Portable PA Market

BUENA PARK, CA (February 18, 2005) – Once reserved for simple speech reproduction, portable PA systems have had to meet the increasing demands of complex multimedia presentations and live performances. Yamaha Professional Audio answers the need for more professional features, increased coverage, clarity and performance with the STAGEPAS 300. The easy-to-use, ultra-compact design, 2-way loudspeakers and an eight-channel (four mono, two stereo) mixer makes the STAGEPAS 300 a perfect choice for corporate multimedia presentations, schools, churches, solo performers and small music groups. The STAGEPAS 300 is also the first portable, completely self-contained PA system manufactured by Yamaha.

Each speaker contains an 8” woofer and 1” compression driver, driven by an efficient 150-watt (x 2) Class D amplifier. The STAGEPAS 300 mixer features balanced XLR connectors, mic/line switches and balanced 1/4” jacks, 2-band channel EQ and switchable 24-bit digital reverb. RCA connectors with separate level control for a tape recorder or a CD player are conveniently located on the front panel, plus stereo-out and monitor connections. For added convenience, both high-impact molded speaker enclosures include pole mount adaptors and rear compartments that house the mixer, cabling, mics and accessories.

“Yamaha is known for professional sound reinforcement products,” states Wayne Hrabak, marketing manager, Professional Audio. “The Yamaha STAGEPAS takes that technology and packages it into a convenient, portable system that anyone with little or no technical knowledge can set up and run.”

An optional case (model YBSP300) is available for additional storage, protection and portability. Similar in design to “rolling office” luggage products, the case is constructed of durable 600 Denier nylon, with separate interior compartments for each speaker, a brushed lining, extra thick padding, self-repairing nylon zippers, wheels and a retractable handle.

“Customers in the market for a portable PA system no longer have to deal with large, unwieldy components or complicated setups,” states John Schauer, product manager, Professional Audio. “STAGEPAS makes it simple, and sounds great.”

The STAGEPAS 300 and YBSP300 are currently available.

For more information on the STAGEPAS portable PA systems, write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Professional Audio, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com/proaudio.