Yamaha Tenori-On White (TNR-W) – a unique electronic instrument combining a synthesizer, visual sequencer and expressive grid-based performance interface.

The original white version of Yamaha’s iconic Tenori-On, featuring the distinctive orange buttons. A rare and inspiring instrument for electronic music producers, live performers, experimental musicians, sound designers and collectors of unique electronic instruments.

Community Firmware A 043 – Expanded Functionality

This Tenori-On is running the community-developed Pika.Blue firmware, software version A 043.

The Pika.Blue firmware project expands the possibilities of the original Tenori-On operating system, introducing additional features and alternative sequencing tools, including the Abacus sequencer.

This gives the instrument an expanded workflow beyond the original factory software, making it an even more interesting tool for experimental music, live performance and creative sequencing.

The firmware is already installed on the instrument.

Condition

The Tenori-On is fully functional and works as it should.

The unit has minor signs of use, including small cosmetic marks consistent with its age and previous use. It is not in mint condition, but remains in good overall condition.

Please refer to the photos for the exact cosmetic condition.

Included

• Yamaha Tenori-On White (TNR-W)
• Original Yamaha power supply
• Original instruction manual
• Community firmware A 043 already installed
• MIDI IN/OUT cables

Original box is not included.

Features

• Original Yamaha Tenori-On White design
• Distinctive orange button layout
• 16 × 16 expressive LED grid
• Built-in synthesizer and visual sequencer
• MIDI connectivity
• Community-developed Pika.Blue firmware A 043
• Expanded sequencing possibilities, including Abacus
• Suitable for electronic music production, live performance, sound design and experimental music

A Unique Electronic Instrument

The Tenori-On is one of Yamaha’s most distinctive electronic instruments, designed around the idea of turning music into a visual and interactive experience.

This White edition, combined with the expanded community firmware, offers a particularly interesting setup for anyone looking for a unique instrument with a different approach to sequencing and live performance.

Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing.