This world famous music company is based in Japan and offers a huge range of products and services. Founded in 1887 by Torakusu Yamaha, the Nippon Gakki Company is now the biggest manufacturer of musical instruments in the world. Yamaha has also acquired German Audio Software manufacturers Steinberg in 2004, from Pinnacle. It produces a diverse range of electric & acoustic guitars, pianos & synthesizers, digital workstations and even brass instruments.