Yamaha U series upright pianos have long been a leading choice for educational institutions, professional musicians and home pianists. Now, thanks to a comprehensive redesign, these world-standard instruments are better than ever, with numerous advances in materials and construction.
A perennial favourite among discerning pianists, the Yamaha U1 offers outstanding musical performance, setting the standards by which many other upright pianos are measured.
88 keys, 3 pedals
- Height: 121 cm (47 3/4")
- Width: 153 cm (60 1/4")
- Depth: 61 cm (24")
- Weight: 228 kg (502 lbs)
Features
- Tone
- Durably crowned spruce soundboards, reinforced by full-length ribs, provide superior sound projection over an extended lifespan.
- Solid case construction enhances resonance and sustain.
- Carefully crafted strings and hammers deliver exceptional tonal purity
- Touch
- Acclaimed Yamaha action mechanism offers a light, responsive feel and broad dynamic range.
- Keys are individually weighted, leveled and balanced for uniform touch across the keyboard.
- Action tolerances of as little as 0.05 mm ensure precise, dependable, trouble-free performance.
- Tuning Stability
- Laminated hardwood pinblocks and lathe-cut tuning pins hold pitch securely and resist loosening.
- Backframe construction provides unyielding support for 20 tons of string tension.
- A time-tested arrangement of strings and tuning pins further enhances stability.
- Durability
- Meticulous material selection, testing and processing ensure quality throughout.
- Advanced production facilities utilize state-of-the-art precision technologies.
- Stringent quality control ensures that every Yamaha piano is built to last.
- Appearance
- Carefully crafted cabinetry meets the standards of the finest furniture.
- A full range of styles and finishes complement any interior.
- Strong, durable finish materials resist aging and accidental damage.
