yamaha turns instrument manufacturing wood scraps into upcycled electric guitars
Briefly

Yamaha Corporation's Upcycling Guitar project creatively repurposes scrap materials and defective wood, aiming to maintain high sound quality while minimizing waste from instrument manufacturing.
The project highlights Yamaha's commitment to innovative design by utilizing diverse wood types, exploring their potential, and examining how various materials can influence sound and aesthetics.
Through scientific analysis and understanding of material properties, Yamaha enhances the unique qualities of each wood type, ensuring that sound quality remains exceptional in every instrument.
By using previously unutilized materials from pianos and marimbas, Yamaha reimagines traditional guitar construction, paving the way for a sustainable future in musical instrument manufacturing.
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