Name: YAMAHA U3 RECONDITIONED ACOUSTIC UPRIGHT PIANO POLISHED EBONY
SKU: U3 HPE-YPS
Availability: InStock

Crafted by Yamaha in Kakegawa, Japan – 1973

The Yamaha U3 Reconditioned Acoustic Upright piano in Polished Ebony is a professional 131 cm upright piano renowned for its power, clarity, and responsive touch. Built in Kakegawa, Japan, this 1973 model reflects Yamaha’s golden-era craftsmanship. Carefully reconditioned, it offers reliable performance with the tonal depth expected from a full-height U Series instrument.

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The finest woods

The soundboard and ribs are made from solid spruce, hand-selected at Yamaha’s Kitami Mill in Hokkaido. As a result, the piano produces a richer, more resonant voice with consistent tonal balance across the keyboard.

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Back posts, forward thinking

The five solid spruce back posts provide exceptional structural support. In addition, Yamaha’s proprietary wood-drying process ensures long-term stability and sustained resonance.

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Advanced V-Pro frame

Yamaha pioneered the V-Pro Vacuum Shield Mold casting process. Consequently, the frame is stronger, lighter, and highly durable. Each U Series piano features a full-perimeter frame built to exacting standards in Japan.

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Specially designed hammers

The patented aluminum action rail resists fluctuations in humidity and temperature. Therefore, the keyboard maintains consistent regulation and touch response over time.

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Specially crafted bass strings

Likewise, pure copper-wound bass strings are carefully balanced to achieve depth and clarity in the lower register.

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The world’s first aluminum action rail

The patented Yamaha aluminum action rail helps assure our piano keyboards are resistant to tiny fluctuations in humidity and temperature over time.

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Soft-Close Fallboard

The Soft-Close fallboard prevents sudden closure and enhances safety. Furthermore, premium key surfaces (Acrypet™ white keys and phenolic resin black keys) provide durability and a comfortable grip.

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Yamaha U3 Reconditioned Acoustic Upright Piano Dimensions:

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Specifications:

Soundboard: Spruce
Soundboard Ribs: Spruce
Back Posts: 5 – Spruce
Bridge Construction: Two-piece separated
Wood seasoned for destination: Yes
Frame: V-Pro Vacuum Shield Mold Process
Key Material: Seasoned spruce
White Key surfaces: Acrypet™
Black Key surfaces: Phenolic Resin
Fallboard: Soft close
Fallboard lock: Yes
Pedal: Soft/Mute/Damper
Caster: Front: Double-wheeled, Rear: Single-wheeled
Weight: 517 lbs (235 kg)