ROOM FILLING SOUND

The GB1K and GC Series pianos may be small, but they have a powerful resonance and tone that brings out the subtle nuances of every note.

RICH, RESONANT WOODS

Great pianos start with the finest wood. Soundboards and ribs are crafted by Yamaha artisans using hand-selected spruce from Yamaha’s Kitami Wood Mill in Hokkaido, Japan.

BACK POSTS, FORWARD THINKING

These pianos share the robust back post design of our conservatory series pianos, giving them the powerful resonance, durability and tuning stability you might expect in a larger grand piano.

HAND-WOUND YAMAHA BASS STRINGS

Bass strings are crafted and hand wound under the watchful eye of Yamaha artisans exclusively for each piano.

ADVANCED V-PRO FRAME

Yamaha was the first company to use an advanced Vacuum Shield Mold casting technology called V-Pro to create a stronger, lighter, more durable frame worthy of the grandest grand piano. Every frame is built to Yamaha’s exacting specifications at their Iwata Forge in Japan.

A HAMMER LIKE NO OTHER

Yamaha’s unique hammer felt, crafted in Japan, has been designed to bring out the subtle tones of the instrument, and is tested to withstand fluctuations in temperature and humidity and continue playing beautifully for years to come.

THE BEAUTIFUL GC SERIES

The beautiful GC Series combines the duplex scaling and rich tonal character of the coveted C Series grand with cost-saving advantages in materials and production to create an instrument that’s both exceptionally expressive and uncommonly affordable.

OVER A CENTURY OF DISTINGUISHED GRAND PIANO MAKING

Unparalleled in their beauty and musical range, grand pianos are the ultimate expression of the piano maker’s art. Yamaha is proud to present a comprehensive line of incomparable grands, reflecting the very latest in Yamaha acoustic and technological advances.

CRAFTED WITH UNCOMMON CARE AND INTEGRITY

Yamaha grand pianos have earned a global reputation as instruments of outstanding quality and value. Renowned for their eloquent expressive range, and for their reliable performance over time, they play an important role in the performing arts and music education. They are consistently among the pianos most highly recommended by piano tuner/technicians and a leading choice of pianists at all levels, all over the world.

The Yamaha reputation rests on a century-long tradition of uncompromising care and craftsmanship, supported by an unmatched range of integrated expertise, top-of-the-line production facilities, and an exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable and dedicated workforce. Our strength in the full range of relevant technologies allows us to produce virtually every part of every piano ourselves – an approach that has helped us initiate significant advances and set what has long been recognized as the industry standard in quality control.

An open dialog with professional musicians generates invaluable input that, in conjunction with sophisticated research facilities, has led to continual advances in each new generation of Yamaha pianos. Our global network offers Yamaha customers additional advantages, from cost-efficient regional manufacturing to the ready availability of sales and support throughout most of the world.

Balancing cutting-edge technology and innovation with the timeless skills of expert artisans, Yamaha pianos have come to represent an unsurpassed standard of affordable excellence. It is a standard that continues to generate ever-higher acclaim and make Yamaha grand pianos the first choice of many of the world’s most discriminating pianists.

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U1 Specs

Width:

153cm(60 ¼”)

Height:

121cm(47 ¾”)

Legnth:

62cm(24 ½”)

Weight:

228kg(503lbs)

Soundboard Material:

Spruce

Back Post Material:

Spruce

V-Pro Plate:

Yes

Bridge Material:

Hard Maple

Pinblock Material:

Hard Maple

Tuning Pins:

Cut thread

Center Pedal:

Sosutenuto

Metal Action Rail:

Yes

Seasoned for Destination:

Yes

Soft-Close Fallboard:

Yes

Keyboard:

88 Keys

White Key Surface:

Ivorite

Black Key Surface:

Wood Process Composite

Available Finishes:

Polished Ebony, Satin Ebony, Polished American Walnut, Satin American Walnut, Polished White, Polished Mahogany

• Matching Piano Bench
• Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
• Red Key Cover
• 10 Year Warranty On Acoustic Pianos: From cabinet to keys, legs and strings, if any defect or issues arise with any aspect of your piano we will take care of everything at no charge! Yamaha takes pride on the quality of their pianos and we believe in Yamaha’s craftsmanship to stand behind this amazing warranty promise.
  • If you are considering a Hybrid Piano that is both acoustic and digital…There’s more!
• 5 Year Warranty On Digital Portion Of Hybrid Pianos: From circuits to connections, wiring and hardware, if any defect or issues arise with any aspect of your piano we will take care of everything at no charge! Yamaha takes pride on the quality of their pianos and we believe in Yamaha’s craftsmanship to stand behind this amazing warranty promise.
• 3 Year Extended Popplers Warranty (no extra charge): We want to be sure you have every confidence when buying a Yamaha piano!  To be sure, Yamaha is the leader in quality, craftsmanship, and piano technology, and you will can expect many years of trouble-free music making without surprise expenses or repairs.  We are so confident in this quality that we are giving you 3 additional years of warranty, beyond the standard 10 year coverage, at NO additional cost…our Popplers Promise to you!
  • Hybrid Pianos will also receive a 3 year Extended Warranty on the digital portion of the piano!