Buena Park, Calif. - Yamaha has ceased selling computer-based CD-RW burners, citing market difficulties and rapid price erosion.

The move was announced last week and immediately put into affect. The company will continue to offer CD burners for music and audio applications. The decision does not impact the company's other multimedia products including PC speakers, receivers, headphones and blank CD-R/RW media.

Consumers who own Yamaha CD recorders will continue to receive full support and warranty service.