Brand History yamaha #6

1986 ACCURACE released

At a time when carbon heads were priced at 100,000 yen, Yamaha introduced a driver using their unique method, combining carbon with ceramic whiskers, at the affordable price of 28,000 yen.

This innovation dominated the club market at the time.

1987 EOS released

In 1987, Yamaha's 100th anniversary, they made headlines by releasing the EOS, which featured innovative adjustable weights for drivers, irons, and putters—an advanced feature for that time.

1992 EOSTi-22 released

Yamaha was the first in the world to release a forged titanium-headed driver, which is now mainstream.

Yamaha had already been creating clubs that would become today's standard during this era.

1994 PROTO FORGED Ti released

As the second generation of forged titanium heads, Yamaha achieved both the distance performance of titanium and the responsive feel of the forged manufacturing process.

Priced in the 50,000 yen range, Yamaha contributed to the widespread adoption of titanium drivers.

1996 POWER MAGIC released

Leveraging its unique identity as a musical instrument manufacturer, Yamaha applied instrument construction techniques to develop the 'Sound Rod' and 'Soul Pillar Hosel,' enhancing the feel of impact.

This was the driver used by professional golfer Hiroyuki Fujita in his first tournament victory.

1997 POWER MAGIC MID PLUS released

By incorporating 70g of tungsten alloy, Yamaha created a utility club that was rare at the time.

It provided exceptional ease of use and impressive distance performance, supporting the scores of many golfers.

2003 Inpres series released

The Inpres brand, which continues to this day, was established in this year.

Focusing on appearance, distance, and feel, it achieved a high coefficient of restitution of 0.863 with full-body forging. Released as the three models V, G, and D, they were known as the 'three brothers.

2005 Inpres X series released

To pursue distance, Yamaha had been focused on maximizing the coefficient of restitution.

However, with the introduction of the SLE (Standard for the Limit of Elasticity) regulations, this model incorporated new technologies to not only comply with the rules but also to surpass the performance of high-repulsion drivers.

2005 Inpres iFF series released

The Inpres series introduced a dedicated fairway wood model.

To address issues such as difficulty with long clubs and hooking with shorter clubs, the center of gravity was set in a reverse flow position to improve ease of use.

The lengths of the clubs were adjusted by 0.5 to 0.75 inches for each club, focusing on making them easier to play.

2010 Inpres X Classic st-long released

New challenges for even greater distance. To maximize drive length, the club was set to the rule limit of 47.5 inches.

Despite its extended length, the innovative C3 balance configuration became a topic of discussion.

This model was added to the lineup to fulfill the dreams of golfers who continue to push boundaries.

2013 Inpres X RMX series released

Being innovative as a golf manufacturer, Yamaha introduced optimal matching of heads and shafts, proposing a new system where heads and shafts are purchased separately. This accelerated the fitting process.

An unprecedented situation arose when defects were found in the RTS weight screws at the junction between the head and shaft, leading to a recall of all units.

This issue developed into a problem that shook the reliability of adjustable clubs.

2017 Inpres RMX UD+ released

Rewriting the rules for irons, Yamaha achieved +2 club distances with their 'super distance irons,' taking the market by storm.

They established a new category in the golf industry with the 'distance iron.'

2017 Inpres UD+2 series released

The +2 club distance technology was applied to drivers, fairway woods, and utility clubs.

The UD+2 series made its debut for the first time.

2021 RMX VD series released

The VD59 driver features the new 'RMX VD Weight System,' which maintains an impressive inertia moment of 5,820 g·cm², close to the rule limit, and delivers outstanding straight-line stability.

Because the inertia moment remains unchanged regardless of the weight position adjustments, high straight-line stability is ensured in any position. Additionally, it allows for center of gravity angle adjustments from 30.5° to 36.5°, enabling a square impact with the optimal center of gravity angle (for draw bias) for your swing.

The 'VD' in the name stands for 'Vector' (referring to direction and straight-line stability) and 'Direction,' reflecting the aim for RMX to become number one in the field of straight-line stability.

2022 Inpres DRIVE STAR series released

While maintaining the distance performance of previous models, the driver offers a satisfying 'good look' and feel that caters to intermediate and advanced players.

Although high inertia moment heads often become larger and oddly shaped, Yamaha focused on a 'good look' with their design. It makes it easier to align squarely with the target and eliminates offset to reduce the perception of excessive draw bias.

Although high inertia moment heads often become larger and oddly shaped, Yamaha focused on a 'good look' with their design. It makes it easier to align squarely with the target and eliminates offset to reduce the perception of excessive draw bias.

2023 YP-101 released

Featuring a shape that caters to the sensibilities of a wide range of golfers, the design allows for a stress-free address with a simple and traditional form.

The face has a 0.03mm milled depth, providing a balanced feel that is neither too soft nor too firm.

The toe-to-heel balance design allows for a stroke that mimics the 'in-to-in' feel of a shot.

The YP-101, with its 'Back to the Basic' concept, is a model that stays true to the origins of putter design with its focus on the blade type.

2023 RMX VD series released

The newly developed Bull’s-eye Face is designed to maximize initial speed just above the center of the face. By optimizing all three elements of distance, it successfully enhances the player's maximum distance.

The ideal launch angle is generally considered to be between 12 and 13 degrees.

Analyzing impact data from professional and amateur golfers revealed that the conventional loft adjustment range was insufficient.

Therefore, the new sleeve has expanded the loft adjustability range to ±2 degrees.

By selecting the optimal loft, players can fine-tune their launch angle to achieve maximum distance

Additionally, the RMX VD/R features a toe-to-heel weight adjustment function, allowing for control of the ball's draw bias by changing the center of gravity distance.

The RMX VD/M includes a face-to-back weight adjustment function, enabling control of the ball's trajectory height by adjusting the center of gravity depth.