{"product_id":"yamaha-yvm-300-vibraphone-drive-unit-for-yv-3700","title":"Yamaha YVM-300 Vibraphone Drive Unit for YV-3700","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamaha YVM-300 Vibraphone Drive Unit for YV-3700\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yamaha YVM-300 is a replacement vibraphone drive unit \/ motor assembly for the Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a specialist Yamaha percussion spare part, intended for vibraphone repair and maintenance rather than general accessory use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does It Actually Do?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a vibraphone, the motor drives the rotating fans inside the resonators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing is for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamaha YVM-300 drive unit for YV-3700\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are unsure, check the model plate on the vibraphone or compare the existing motor\/drive unit before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis part is for percussion technicians, repairers, schools, music services, orchestras, venues and owners of Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamaha vibraphone spare part\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYVM-300 drive unit \/ motor assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphone use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the vibraphone fan \/ vibrato drive system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed to operate the rotating resonator fans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssociated with Yamaha pause-memory vibraphone system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialist orchestral percussion replacement part\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for repair, restoration and maintenance work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUseful for schools, orchestras, music services and percussion departments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Yamaha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: YVM-300\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Instrument Model: Yamaha YV-3700\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type: Vibraphone Spare Part\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Type: Vibraphone Drive Unit \/ Motor Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument Type: Vibraphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSystem Use: Resonator Fan \/ Vibrato Drive System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrive Function: Motorised Fan Rotation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeed Range Listed for YV-3700 System: 25–150rpm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Use: Vibraphone Repair, Maintenance, Restoration and Replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x Yamaha YVM-300 Vibraphone Drive Unit for YV-3700\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a specialist replacement part for Yamaha vibraphones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional fitting may be required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Sure If This Is the Right Vibraphone Part?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis part is a good choice if you need a replacement YVM-300 drive unit for a Yamaha YV-3700 vibraphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52270942322984,"sku":"YVM-300 YV3700","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/4558\/6984\/files\/1_b8020837-0c6b-4d7d-be69-3b8817a7bfd6.png?v=1787321218","url":"https:\/\/ev-entz.co.uk\/products\/yamaha-yvm-300-vibraphone-drive-unit-for-yv-3700","provider":"Ev-Entz Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}