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Hamamatsu, Japan

Mikihiro Hiramatsu

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Yamaha Corporation. Active years: 1995-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Mikihiro Hiramatsu. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/mikihiro-hiramatsu

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 32(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hamakita, JP (2003)
  • Hamamatsu, JP (1995 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 5,504 
 
Yamaha Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1995-2025

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12406646 - Electronic device, electronic drum device and sound reproduction method (2025-09-02),
2. 10262640 - Musical performance support device and program (2019-04-16),
3. 8507782 - Electronic percussion instrument (2013-08-13),
4. 7504573 - Musical tone signal generating apparatus for generating musical tone signals (2009-03-17),
5. 6570082 - Tone color selection apparatus and method (2003-05-27),
6. 6069311 - Electronic musical instrument having mother board communicable with (2000-05-30),
7. 5389729 - Tone signal generator adapted for coupling with personal computer (1995-02-14),

Title: Mikihiro Hiramatsu: Innovator in Electronic Music Technology

Introduction

Mikihiro Hiramatsu is a prominent inventor based in Hamamatsu, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of electronic music technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His work focuses on enhancing musical performance through innovative electronic devices.

Latest Patents

Hiramatsu's latest patents include an electronic device designed to improve sound reproduction. This device features at least one memory for storing executable instructions and a processor that executes these instructions. It is capable of acquiring a first sound signal from an external source and generating a musical sound signal based on performance operations. The device outputs both the first sound signal and the musical sound signal to different output destinations. Another notable patent is for a musical performance support device that includes a tempo analysis unit, a sound generation unit, and a sound processing unit. This device analyzes the tempo of musical piece sound data and generates sounds that enhance the musical experience.

Career Highlights

Mikihiro Hiramatsu is currently associated with Yamaha Corporation, a leading company in the music and audio equipment industry. His work at Yamaha has allowed him to push the boundaries of electronic music technology and contribute to the development of innovative products that support musicians and performers.

Collaborations

Hiramatsu has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Hideaki Takehisa and Takuma Yamazaki. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and the development of cutting-edge technologies in the field of music.

Conclusion

Mikihiro Hiramatsu is a key figure in the realm of electronic music innovation. His patents and contributions to Yamaha Corporation highlight his commitment to enhancing musical performance through technology. His work continues to inspire advancements in the industry, making a lasting impact on musicians and audiences alike.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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