Yamaha YVM-300 Vibraphone Drive Unit for YV-3700
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Yamaha YVM-300 Vibraphone Drive Unit for YV-3700
The Yamaha YVM-300 is a replacement vibraphone drive unit / motor assembly for the Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphone.
It is used as part of the vibraphone’s motorised fan system, helping create the vibrato effect by rotating the fans inside the resonators. If the original motor or drive unit has failed, become unreliable or is no longer operating correctly, this is the type of part needed to get the vibrato system working again.
This is a specialist Yamaha percussion spare part, intended for vibraphone repair and maintenance rather than general accessory use.
What Does It Actually Do?
On a vibraphone, the motor drives the rotating fans inside the resonators.
When the fans rotate, they create the pulsing vibrato effect that gives the vibraphone its distinctive shimmer. Without a working drive unit, the instrument can still be played acoustically, but the motorised vibrato function will not operate as intended.
The YVM-300 system is associated with Yamaha’s pause-memory style vibraphone drive setup, designed to stop the fans in a consistent position when paused.
Compatibility Note
This listing is for the Yamaha YVM-300 drive unit for YV-3700.
Please check the exact model of your Yamaha vibraphone before ordering. Yamaha vibraphone parts can vary between models and production periods, so it is important to match the part to the correct instrument.
If you are unsure, check the model plate on the vibraphone or compare the existing motor/drive unit before ordering.
Who Is It For?
This part is for percussion technicians, repairers, schools, music services, orchestras, venues and owners of Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphones.
It is useful when restoring or repairing a vibraphone where the motorised vibrato system is no longer working correctly. It is not normally a part a beginner player would fit without technical knowledge, so professional installation or inspection may be advisable.
Key Features
Yamaha vibraphone spare part
YVM-300 drive unit / motor assembly
Designed for Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphone use
Part of the vibraphone fan / vibrato drive system
Used to operate the rotating resonator fans
Associated with Yamaha pause-memory vibraphone system
Specialist orchestral percussion replacement part
Suitable for repair, restoration and maintenance work
Useful for schools, orchestras, music services and percussion departments
Specifications
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YVM-300
Compatible Instrument Model: Yamaha YV-3700
Product Type: Vibraphone Spare Part
Part Type: Vibraphone Drive Unit / Motor Assembly
Instrument Type: Vibraphone
System Use: Resonator Fan / Vibrato Drive System
Drive Function: Motorised Fan Rotation
Speed Range Listed for YV-3700 System: 25–150rpm
Recommended Use: Vibraphone Repair, Maintenance, Restoration and Replacement
What’s Included
1 x Yamaha YVM-300 Vibraphone Drive Unit for YV-3700
Please Note
This is a specialist replacement part for Yamaha vibraphones.
Please confirm compatibility with your exact Yamaha vibraphone model before ordering. Controller, power supply, belts, cables, fixings and other parts are not included unless specifically stated or supplied separately.
Professional fitting may be required.
Not Sure If This Is the Right Vibraphone Part?
This part is a good choice if you need a replacement YVM-300 drive unit for a Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphone.
If you are not sure whether the fault is with the motor, controller, belt, cable or power supply, it is worth having the instrument checked before ordering parts. If you need help, send us the Yamaha model number and photos of the existing drive unit and we can help confirm what you need.