Yamaha Corp. engages in the manufacture and sale of musical instruments, audio equipment and electronic components. It operates through the following segments: Musical Instruments, Audio Equipment, and Others. The Musical Instruments segment provides piano, strings, percussion, wind, and electronic musical instruments. The Audio Equipment segment offers audio products, professional audio equipment, and telecommunications equipment. The Others segment deals with the electronic parts, automobile interior parts, factory automation equipment, golf equipment, and resort businesses. The company was founded by Torakusu Yamaha in November 1887 and is headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan.