Yamaha U3S Upright Piano Professional Performance, Timeless Elegance
This piano was sold by us brand new in April 2021. Just a few years old this piano looks and plays like brand new. Please contact us if you would like to view and play this piano.
The Yamaha U3S is the flagship of Yamahas acclaimed U Series , a piano trusted by music schools, recording studios, and serious pianists worldwide. With its tall 131cm cabinet, the U3S offers a rich, resonant tone and a dynamic range that rivals many grand pianos.
Crafted in Japan, the U3S features Yamahas precision action mechanism for ultra-responsive playability, a solid spruce soundboard for superb tonal depth, and soft-close fall for a touch of refinement. Its advanced scale design and longer strings deliver power and clarity that elevate practice and performance alike.
Whether you're a discerning pianist or looking to invest in a piano that will last generations, the Yamaha U3S combines traditional acoustic excellence with modern versatility.
Experience the U3S where craftsmanship meets innovation.
Yamaha U3S Upright Piano Specifications
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 131cm (52)
Width: 153cm (60)
Depth: 65cm (26)
Weight: ~246kg (542lbs)
Strings, Soundboard & Structure
Speaking length of #1 bass string: 47.5 (~120cm)
Soundboard area: ~2369sqinches (~15,300cm²), crafted from premium solid spruce
Back posts: Five, also spruce
Bridge & Pinblock: Hard maple
Tuning pins: Cut-thread design
Frame: VPro Vacuum Shield Mould cast iron plate for superior strength and precision
Action & Keys
Metal action rail: Yamahas aluminium alloy rail for stability amid humidity and temperature changes
Key buttons: Spruce with acrylic resin (white) and phenolic resin (black) surfaces
Keyboard: 88 keys, grand piano key travel for consistent touch
Hammers & Tone
Specially designed hammers: Tailored for U3 models to deliver optimal tonal balance, durability, and response
Bass strings: Hand-wound copper strings, tuned to precise tension for clarity and resonance
Pedals
Pedals (left to right): Soft (una corda), Sostenuto (middle), Damper (sustain) the Sostenuto pedal is the key distinguishing feature of the U3S model
Safety & Finishing Features
Soft close fall with built-in lock for child safety and cabinet protection
Finish Polished Ebony,
Additional Details
Seasoned for destination: Wood components are specially dried for stability in diverse climates
Extra-wide music desk: Provides generous space for sheet music or scores
