ANAHEIM, Calif. — Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, will introduce new Field-Corps snare practice pads in two sizes at Winter NAMM 2009.

Field-Corps Snare Practice Pad

The new practice pads are manufactured in two sizes: the 9-inch PP-280 and the 11-inch PP-380. Both units are single-sided and feature a tight snare sound. An upgrade from the standard PP-250 and PP-350, the topsides feature a thinner, strong and durable 1/8-eighth inch gum rubber and Mylar laminate combination to simulate the feel and response of a marching drum.

Ideal for beginners and advanced drummers, the new practice pads are made with patented snare element technology, designed to achieve a tighter, ultra-crisp sounding snare.

"Yamaha's Field-Corps snare practice pads offer great quality at an affordable price," says Ted Kuehnert, marketing manager, Yamaha Accessories. "Drummers looking for size options and a practice pad with an emphasis on the marching snare drum can find these qualities in Yamaha's new pads."

For more information on the new Field-Corps snare practice pads, visit Yamaha Corporation of America at Winter NAMM 2009 in the Marquis Ballroom at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel; write Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com/band.