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Yamaha Pro Audio and Stephen “Pato” Pattison, FOH Hozier

In live sound engineering, few names command as much respect as Stephen "Pato" Pattison. Renowned for his meticulous ear and innovative approach, Pato is the sound engineer behind Hozier's celebrated live performances. Handling the complexity of the band’s lush soundscapes requires not only talent but also the right tools. For Pato, those tools come in the form of Yamaha's RIVAGE PM Series.

Live Sound, Simplified: Gene Kim’s FOH Journey with Yamaha’s DM7 Compact

Gene Kim, a highly respected front-of-house (FOH) engineer known for his work with Johnnyswim, Phil Wickham and many others, has made Yamaha’s DM7 Compact digital mixing console his go-to for live sound. Now on tour with Pat Barrett, Gene relies on the DM7 Compact to deliver pristine sound and seamless performance in churches, clubs, and iconic venues like Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.

Yamaha and Yamaha Motor Deliver Immersive Audio Experience at Japan Mobility Show

From October 28 to November 5, 2023, Tokyo hosted the inaugural Japan Mobility Show, which brought together 475 Japanese businesses to showcase their vision of Japan’s future through vehicles and mobility. Yamaha Motor Co. and Yamaha Corporation shared a joint booth, with an Active Field Control (AFC) immersive audio installation impressing visitors throughout the event.

Embracing the Senses - Immersive Experience at new Yamaha Brand Base

In June 2024, Yamaha opened a new brand base in Minato Mirai, Yokohama. Welcoming more than 100,000 people in its first month through word of mouth and social media coverage alone, Active Field Control (AFC) systems help to fully immerse visitors in a sensory world of sound, sight and feel.

Yamaha PoE switch installed at Teikyo University Hospital, Mizonokuchi

Placing the least stress on a patient’s body is a key part of all medical procedures. In X-ray fluoroscopy, a new examination format uses cutting-edge technology to bring the information from multiple devices together, allowing medical staff to easily see everything they need to know. At a Japanese hospital, Yamaha intelligent PoE switches are playing a vital role.

Exceptional Education - Increasing Meeting Quality At The University of Central Florida

The University of Central Florida's Toni Jennings Exceptional Education Institute (TJEEI) is dedicated to advancing research and practice in preparing and retaining the best teachers and professional educators for children and adults with special needs. A Yamaha ADECIA Wireless solution has radically improved online and hybrid meetings, making the collaboration experiences much more productive.

Music of Peace - Yamaha and NEXO Help Vietnam’s Buddhists Celebrate

In May 2024, Ho Chi Minh City Buddhist Cultural Committee marked the 2568th birthday of the Buddha with a special concert in the Vietnamese capital. Live and broadcast audio were mixed on a Yamaha DM7 console, with a NEXO PA system bringing the sound of peace and healing to the live audience.

Rich Natural Acoustics - AFC Improves the sound of Seocho Culture & Arts Center

Seocho Culture & Arts Center in Seoul, South Korea, is a multi-purpose arts venue which hosts lectures, theatre productions and a wide range of musical performances. A Yamaha and NEXO Active Field Control (AFC) immersive audio system has improved its acoustics for audiences and performers alike.

Small but Powerful - RIVAGE PM3 Tours with Paloma Faith

Singer/songwriter Paloma Faith’s UK and European tour to promote her latest album The Glorification of Sadness featured a Yamaha RIVAGE PM3 digital mixing system at front of house. It gave engineer Gabriele ‘Gabe’ Nicotra the best of both worlds on a tour where maximum flexibility and audio quality had to be fitted into difficult touring logistics.

Legendary FOH Michael “Coach” Conner - Capturing the Live Essence of Steely Dan and Paul Simon

While many FOH engineers refine their mix by playing back Steely Dan's sounds, Mike "Coach" Conner makes it a reality nightly on tour with the band. Captivating audiences with unparalleled sonic fidelity, he achieves this through meticulous preparation and innovative use of both analog and digital tools. Conner seamlessly translates complex recordings into live experiences that rival the originals, ensuring every performance sounds as close to the studio recording as possible. With a decades-long career working with icons like Donald Fagen, Steely Dan, and Paul Simon, he has earned acclaim from both artists and fans alike.

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