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Updates and new features related to The Hub, the Yamaha multimedia resource. www.yamahahub.com
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What is RSS? What are Hubdates?
What is RSS?
Those little orange buttons labled “RSS” and “XML” are all over the web today. They look cool, but what are they for? In short,
RSS is a TLA (three-letter acronym) meaning “Really Simple Syndication.” An RSS feed is simply a standard of syndicating
frequently updated content from a website. If you want to make sure you know about all the latest updates on a particular website
as soon as they come out, just subscribe to that website’s RSS feed. Once subscribed, your RSS reader will receive up-to-the-minute
notifications every time the feed is updated.
What’s an RSS reader?
We knew this would be your next question. An RSS reader looks a lot like an email program. Instead of emails in its inbox,
however, you’ll receive all your RSS feed updates. You can set them to alert you with a pop-up window or even a funny sound
whenever a new update arrives. Or, if you prefer not to be bothered, you can disable the alerts and just check your inbox when
it’s convenient for you. Most web browsers now have RSS readers built-in, and there are also many stand-alone RSS readers
available for free download.
How do I get started?
Well, of course you would want the Yamaha Hubdates feed to be your first RSS. (The Hub / Updates - Hubdates...get it?) So, get yourself set up with an RSS reader or RSS-enabled browser or email application. Then, paste this xml URL in the appropriate field within your reader.
www.yamaha.com/yamahavgn/CDA/Flash/thehub/xml/YamahaHubdates.xml
Now you’ll be the first to know whenever Yamaha adds new Hub content, nifty features or anything really rockin' on the yamaha.com or yamahahub.com websites.
Yamaha Tenori-On : An Instrument Unlike Any Other
Media artist Toshio Iwai and Yamaha have collaborated to develop a new digital musical instrument for the 21st century, Tenori-on. A 16x16 matrix of LED switches allows everyone to play music intuitively.
Check out the product that PCWorld declared one of the 25 Most Innovative Products of the Year -- on The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Yamaha Superior Valve Oil
Yamaha Valve oil technology explained.
Suzanne Teng, Yamaha Flute Artist Interview
Yamaha flute and world music artist Suzanne Teng is interviewed in the inaugural podcast at the new Yamaha Los Angeles Atelier. -- on The Hub of all things Yamaha.
New HD-200 Harmony Director Tutorial
Yamaha gives high school bands and choruses a boost with its newest technological advancement, the HD-200 Harmony Director. This comprehensive tool brings together harmony training, rhythm training, and ensemble timing in one device, making it quicker and easier for music teachers to improve the quality of their musical ensembles -- on The
Hub of all things Yamaha.
BodiBeat Video
Short video and special offer posted for the Yamaha BODiBEAT- the innovative MP3 player that scans your music collection and plays tunes in sync with your heartbeat -- on The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Yamaha Online University on The Hub
New Feature: Yamaha Online University on The Hub. Yamaha dealers can now get to hours of sales and product training video content and certification. Easily access the Pro Audio & Combo PAC-E program, Band & Orchestral Division’s ‘Yamaha Certified Sales Professional’ program, learn more about the Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems training seminars and participate in the Yamaha Electronics Corporation ‘Product Advisory Board’. All within a click -- from The Hub of all things Yamaha.
DTXtreme III Tutorials on The Hub
Check out all of the impressive new features on the latest and greatest Yamaha electronic drumset, the DTXtreme III. Learn about voice editing, recording with a Mac or PC, assembling the kit and more -- from The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Yamaha Drums and Percussion Podcasts
Would you like to get the latest and greatest in Yamaha Drums and Percussion content fed directly into your iTunes podcast library? Click the 'PODCAST' icon on Hub content that is featured in the podcast stream or click here to go directly to the Drums and Percussion podcast. Hear it from the experts. This is your opportunity to check out enhanced audio and video podcasts featuring exclusive concert peformances, artist interviews, advance product release information, details on upcoming events, and other information in the world of Yamaha Drums and Percussion.
Greg Vail Saxophone Interview
Yamaha Saxophone Artist Greg Vail at the Yamaha Los Angeles Atelier -- from The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Sound Reinforcement 'Tips and Tricks'
Learn a few quick tricks for good working practices and troubleshooting for Live Sound. Segments on AC Source, Cables and more -- from The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Yamaha 'Live Sound' and 'Keyboards and Pianos' Podcasts
We are proud to announce new members of the Yamaha Podcasts family, the 'Yamaha Live Sound Podcast' and the 'Yamaha Keyboards and Pianos Podcast'. Click the 'PODCAST' icon that appears next to The Hub content that is featured in a podcast stream or click here to go to the Live Sound podcast XML or here to go to the Keyboards and Pianos podcast XML. Want to subscribe through iTunes? Click here to go directly to the Live Sound podcast or here to go directly to the Keyboards and Pianos podcast in the iTunes Store. No matter what your level of experience is, this series of video podcasts is sure to improve your enjoyment of music through exclusive interviews and tutorials with Yamaha product experts, advance product release information, details on upcoming events and other information related to Yamaha products. From The Hub of all things Yamaha, www.yamahahub.com.
New Cubase Rebates and Berkleemusic.com
We are proud to offer a collection of special offers and rebates related to Steinberg software, hardware and online training. Check out The Hub to learn more about Cubase software and make sure to click on the Berklee School of Music banners for info about the "Producing Music with Cubase" online course. Within the Cubase collection in Library section of The Hub, you'll also find a plethora of special consumer rebates.
New Podcasts are live!
It has been a busy few months for the Yamaha Hub team. Two more official Yamaha podcasts are up on the iTunes Store. The Yamaha Guitars and Basses Podcast features factory tours, artist interviews and detailed product videos, all free and easily accessible. Completing the collection of Hub Podcasts is the Music Production and Recording Podcast. -- from The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Motif OS Update videos
New video content provides a detailed look at the new Motif synthesizer operating system update, OS 1.10. The most dramatic new feature is the new support for USB ASCII keyboards. You can now connect a standard computer USB ASCII keyboard to the synthesizer via its USB TO DEVICE connector. This allows you to type in Voice names, Song names, file names and other alphanumeric text directly from the computer keyboard rather than using the MOTIF XS softkeys. Learn more at The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Improved Hub Navigation
We are happy to announce that the infamous 'Hub scroll wheel' has been replaced with a more conventional 'pull' navigation, making the ever-expanding Hub Library much easier to navigate. Just pull the orb up or down to flip through the Library. Quickly get to older content and maybe find a few hidden gems from the early Yamaha podcasts, dating back to 2005. Thanks for the feedback and stay tuned for all sorts of new looks, features and function from The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Silent Violin Practice Materials Live
Looking for free mp3 reference tracks? Looking for sheet music for string instruments? We've got it. Content options include mp3s of Classical, Fiddle, Suzuki Book 1 arrangements, accompaniment tracks and PDF sheet music, among numerous other selections. Although particularly focused on the SV-150 Silent Violin, these practice materials are useful for many different instruments -- from The Hub of all things Yamaha.
Celebrate your Music with Yamaha Contest
We have launched an exclusive sweepstakes, seeking the best performance of Disney's "it's a small world". Between October 22 and December 31, 2008, contestants can enter online to win the grand prize of a stay at the Disneyland® Resort and a credit towards any Yamaha instrument or product. A second prize winner will also receive a monetary credit towards any Yamaha music product. Both winning entries will be showcased on The Hub (www.yamahahub.com.) Click on the 'Celebrate Your Music' button on The Hub for more details!
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