Recommended Pianos For You
As you may have already observed, there are numerous pianos to choose. Even the Yamaha brand alone has more than a hundred models, ranging from digital pianos, upright pianos, grand pianos and even hybrid pianos over the years.
As such, almost every first-time piano buyer will be overwhelmed by the number of choices. Hence, here are some recommendations for various buyer situations to assist in your decision-making.
I am just starting to play the piano, so I’m looking for an affordable piano. (Beginner)
Recommended Piano: Yamaha U1H
Price: $4500 (Used), $9500 (New)
Dimension: 121(H) x 150(W) x 61(D) cm
The H series were made from 1972 to 1980 and is one of the most popular upright model Yamaha has ever produced. Every single part were made and assembled in Japan with a proven track record for quality. Its touch is highly responsive, producing a rich European sound.
Even when used or reconditioned, this piano can last for a few decades or more if it’s been well taken care of. In addition, its features are designed to allow for all levels from Grade 1 to Grade 8.
Looking for a standard type (Intermediate)
Recommended Piano: Yamaha U3H
Price: $5800 (Used), $11200 (New)
Dimension: 131(H) x 152(W) x 65(D) cm
A very consistent model and a strong favorite among our customers over the years. With a height of 131cm, there is plenty of room for the length of the strings and area of the soundboard, allowing for richer expressions.
Alongside the U1 series, the U3 series is perhaps the most tried & trusted piano model currently available on the piano market, relied upon by music schools, piano teachers and even professional musicians.
It is certainly fit for Grade 1 to 8 students.
In addition, this model is a very safe purchase since there are so many people looking to buy a Yamaha piano. You are guaranteed to achieve a good selling price if you decide to sell yours in future.
I can’t put a grand piano but I want a piano that sounds like one (Advanced)
Recommended Piano: Yamaha YUS5
Price: $8500 (Used), $14300 (New)
Dimension: 131(H) x 152(W) x 65(D) cm
The YUS5 is Yamaha’s best mass produced upright piano and flagship model of the YUS series. Its pianos are based on the industry-standard professional U series. The YUS5 is everything great about the U3 but with massive refinements such as superior strings and hand-crafted concert-grade hammers to further improve the resonance and tone.
The sound and touch quality is comparable to Yamaha’s grand piano series (CX and GC), making the YUS5 a suitable choice for those who are unable to place a grand piano in their home.
I want to play the piano anytime. Even at night.
Recommended Pianos: U1 SH2, U1J SC2, U3 SH2, YUS5 SH2
Type: Silent Pianos
For those worrying about the time of day to play the piano, without bothering those around you, a silent piano is the solution to your problem. Silent pianos are acoustic pianos that comes with a function to turn off the sound while listening to the sound through headphones.
Even in silent mode, the action and hammer move in sync with the movement of the keyboard, so the touch of the piano is not lost. Of course, you can turn off the silent function and continue playing as normal.
To sum it up, silent pianos provide the rich, comfortable playing experience of an acoustic piano, even when wearing headphones.