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4-String P-Basses
$816€729Check ↗
Brand profile · Japan, est. 1887
Yamaha
Yamaha, a globally recognized name in musical instruments, boasts a rich heritage spanning over a century. Initially a piano and organ manufacturer, the company expanded into a vast array of instruments, establishing a reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability across diverse musical genres. Today, Yamaha is synonymous with both professional-grade instruments and accessible options for students and hobbyists alike.
Yamaha Grand PianosSynthesizer Technology (DX7)Absolute Series GuitarsStudent-focused Brass InstrumentsElectronic Drum Kits
1887founded
Japancountry
1,429products in stock
$39–$62kprice range
Yamaha in the charts
Every chart where Yamaha has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Yamaha pianos
73 models$4,800 – $30,196Best Yamaha general digital pianos
59 models$1,509 – $19,702Best Yamaha bb trumpets
47 models$64 – $5,459Best Yamaha ST style guitars
47 models$256 – $2,304Best Yamaha dreadnought acoustic guitars
44 models$154 – $4,642Best Yamaha home keyboards
43 models$95 – $2,175Best Yamaha digital mixers
42 models$670 – $43,354Best Yamaha compact digital pianos
40 models$207 – $2,012Best Yamaha drum shell sets
40 models$745 – $4,809Best Yamaha active nearfield monitors
39 models$178 – $904Best Yamaha 4/4 size classical guitars
33 models$144 – $2,125Best Yamaha acoustic drumkits
32 models$927 – $1,452
73 models$4,800 – $30,196Best Yamaha general digital pianos
59 models$1,509 – $19,702Best Yamaha bb trumpets
47 models$64 – $5,459Best Yamaha ST style guitars
47 models$256 – $2,304Best Yamaha dreadnought acoustic guitars
44 models$154 – $4,642Best Yamaha home keyboards
43 models$95 – $2,175Best Yamaha digital mixers
42 models$670 – $43,354Best Yamaha compact digital pianos
40 models$207 – $2,012Best Yamaha drum shell sets
40 models$745 – $4,809Best Yamaha active nearfield monitors
39 models$178 – $904Best Yamaha 4/4 size classical guitars
33 models$144 – $2,125Best Yamaha acoustic drumkits
32 models$927 – $1,452
All 1,429 Yamaha products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 15 of 30.
Yamaha YOB-241 Oboe Set
Oboes
$2,012€1,798Check ↗
Yamaha MGX16V WH
Digital Mixers
$1,230€1,099Check ↗
Yamaha CLP-865GP
Digital Grand Pianos
$5,571€4,979Check ↗
Yamaha HS 5 M-Control Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$414€370Check ↗
Yamaha HS 5 Tilt Stand Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$379€339Check ↗
Yamaha Pacifica Std+12 Ash Pink RF
ST Style Guitars
$1,039€929Check ↗
Yamaha Pacifica Std+12 Spk Blue MF
ST Style Guitars
$1,118€999Check ↗
Yamaha DM7
Digital Mixers
$31,303€27,979Check ↗
Yamaha HS 5 Isolation Riser Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$413€369Check ↗
Yamaha DTX8K-X Real Wood
Electronic Drumkits
$3,284€2,935Check ↗
Yamaha NCX3 NAT
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
$1,118€999Check ↗
Yamaha FSX3 NT
Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars
$1,431€1,279Check ↗
Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Rock UNT
Drum Shell Sets
$3,690€3,298Check ↗
Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Rock UES
Drum Shell Sets
$3,802€3,398Check ↗
Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Rock UCS
Drum Shell Sets
$3,802€3,398Check ↗
Yamaha HS 5 Desktop Stand Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$401€358Check ↗
Yamaha KS-SW100
Keyboard Amps
$189€169Check ↗
Yamaha DXS15XLF
Active Subwoofers
$1,990€1,779Check ↗
Yamaha HS 8 W Stand Set
Active Nearfield Monitors
$670€599Check ↗
Yamaha HS 5 Stand Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$402€359Check ↗
Yamaha HS 5 Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$368€329Check ↗
Yamaha APX700II-12 NT
12-String Acoustic Guitars
$950€849Check ↗
Yamaha YUS 1 PE Piano
Pianos
$14,533€12,990Check ↗
Yamaha YCL-650-E Clarinet
Bb Clarinets (Boehm)
$1,788€1,598Check ↗
Yamaha YSL-448 GE Bb/F-Trombone
Tenor Trombones with F-Attachment
$2,169€1,939Check ↗
Yamaha FGX800C NT
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$480€429Check ↗
Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Rock UMS
Drum Shell Sets
$3,802€3,398Check ↗
Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Rock UIS
Drum Shell Sets
$3,802€3,398Check ↗
Yamaha Recording Custom Studio SOB
Drum Shell Sets
$4,361€3,898Check ↗
Yamaha Recording Custom Studio SFG
Drum Shell Sets
$4,361€3,898Check ↗
Yamaha YSL-254CFS Trombone
Tenor Trombones
$1,452€1,298Check ↗
Yamaha YSL-254CF Trombone
Tenor Trombones
$1,228€1,098Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-S36 WB Set
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,286€1,149Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-S36 WH Set
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,286€1,149Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-S36 B Set
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,286€1,149Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-146 WH Arius Set
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,263€1,129Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-146 R Arius Set
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,263€1,129Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-146 B Arius Set
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,263€1,129Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-S36 WB Arius
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,207€1,079Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-S36 WH Arius
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,207€1,079Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-S36 B Arius
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,207€1,079Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-146 WH Arius
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,174€1,049Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-146 R Arius
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,174€1,049Check ↗
Yamaha YDP-146 B Arius
Compact Digital Pianos
$1,174€1,049Check ↗
Yamaha Pacifica 112VM GR RL
ST Style Guitars
$368€329Check ↗
Yamaha YTR-988 Trumpet
Piccolo Trumpets
$8,724€7,798Check ↗
Yamaha YCL-681 II Clarinet
Eb Clarinets (Boehm)
$4,295€3,839Check ↗
Yamaha, honestly
What Yamaha does well
- Consistent build quality across product lines
- Wide selection caters to diverse skill levels
- Innovative technology integrates seamlessly
- Excellent resale value, particularly for pianos
- Strong global support and readily available parts
What to watch for
- Some instruments can feel somewhat 'generic' in tone
- Higher-end guitars sometimes lack boutique appeal
- Electronic products can be complex for beginners
- Certain brass instruments may require adjustment for optimal playability
- Premium instruments are often premium-priced.
Questions about Yamaha
Where are Yamaha instruments made?
Yamaha instruments are manufactured in various locations globally, including Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, and the United States, depending on the specific product line and model.
Are Yamaha guitars good for beginners?
Absolutely; Yamaha’s FG series and similar models are widely considered excellent beginner guitars, offering a comfortable feel and reliable performance at an accessible price point.
What is Yamaha's approach to digital pianos?
Yamaha consistently prioritizes realistic piano action and sound reproduction in their digital pianos, utilizing advanced sampling and modeling technologies to emulate the nuances of acoustic instruments.