New Yamaha MusicSoft Features, New Privacy Policy

Today we're launching some new features on Yamaha MusicSoft, including an improved checkout system and an easier to use layout on some pages.

We're also making some small changes to our privacy policy. Don't worry - we're not going to start selling your information to telemarketers. If you're interested in the details, feel free to read the new policy here.

And don't forget to check out the improved Yamaha MusicSoft site.

- Doug

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Connect Your Keyboard and Computer to Learn, Play and Record

Yamaha keyboards can do a lot on their own, but they can do even more when you link them up to a computer. You can record new songs, play along with songs you've downloaded and more - the possibilities are vast.

Still, the idea of combining two complex pieces of technology can be daunting. Luckily, if you get a headache just thinking of terms like "MIDI Driver" and "USB to Host", we have a remedy. With the video below, connection is a snap. Just watch and follow along with the step by step instructions.

Because the process involves installing a driver which is different depending on your computer's operating system, we've created three separate videos for Windows XP, Vista and Mac users. Below is the video for Windows XP - you can click here for the Mac version or here for the Vista version.

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New Piano Radio Channel for Valentine's Day

Looking for a Valentines gift that won't cause weight gain or allergies?!

If you have an Internet Direct Connection instrument, you may be interested in the Valentines promotion we are running this month!

1 Month of unlimited access to streaming piano radio on your month will cost a mere $19.95 - compare that to the $24.99 Dozen Red Roses or the $25 box of handmade chocolates and you can keep Valentines running all month long!

If you've already tried this fantastic service and are considering upgrading to an annual subscription - now's the time to do it! Our current yearly subscription costs $199.95 - giving you 12 months for the price of 10!

Sign up before February 28th, enter this code at checkout : valentines and you will receive one additional FREE month!!

So for $180 you will get to experience our Love Notes Channel and 12 months of streaming radio for the price of 9 months!!! Our radio channels cover the entire Yamaha library - from Elton John's romantic ballads to elegant classics from Chopin, Beethover and more.

Learn more about subscribing, connecting and our channel list.

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Valentine's Day @ Yamaha MusicSoft

For all the love you'll need this Valentines check out Yamaha MusicSoft for classic long songs from The Beatles (Can't Buy Me Love), The Supremes (Stop! In the Name of Love), Stevie Wonder, the unforgettable Nat King Cole, and many more.

We've also bundled some PianoSoft albums together for you so you can avail of a 15% discount on these bundled products:

Bundle of Love Vol 1 (Was $127.80 / Now $108.63)
The Stevie Wonder Collection
Tony Bennett Collection - I Left My Heart in San Francisco
Nat King Cole - Unforgettable
and Eric Clapton - Change the World

Bundle of Love Vol 2 (Was $127.80 / Now $108.63)
Stop! In the Name of Love - The Music of The Supremes
Do You Know the Way to San Jose - A Dionne Warwick Collection
The Carpenters Hits - We've Only Just Begun
Frank Sinatra Collection - "My Way"

Bundle of Love Vol 2 (Was $133.80 / Now $113.73)
Hits of Elton John
Endless Love - Lionel Richie
All Time Requests
From a Distance - Contemporary Ballads


Midi Love Songs also available - check them out here!

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Learn How to Transfer Files to Your Keyboard

This first installment of Yamaha MusicSoft's video series covers everything you need to know to download songs, styles and other files from the internet and transfer them to your instrument. Check it out, and feel free to refer back to it if you ever have any trouble downloading or using files with your keyboard.

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Grammy Nominations on Digital Music Notebook

Learn this year's best songs before the Grammys this Sunday. Play along with Leona Lewis, OneRepublic, Sarah Bareilles, and more!

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