Yamaha U1 Q PE

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Yamaha U1 Q PE

Yamaha

U1 Q PE

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Product Info

Article Number: 121396
Brand: Yamaha
Model: U1 Q PE
Category: Pianos
Price: $12,089.00

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The Yamaha U1 Q PE is a workhorse upright piano, a staple for good reason. It's built like a tank, sounds fantastic, and offers a genuinely rewarding playing experience – perfect for serious students, teachers, and dedicated home pianists who want a reliable, high-quality instrument that will last for decades.

Product Description

Yamaha U1 Q PE, Professional Piano

For a long time, the Yamaha U Series has been the first choice in many educational institutions, among professional musicians and expert hobby pianists. The series has now been redesigned and improved, the performance has become even more impressive.

The Yamaha U 1 is a constant favourite among discerning pianists, offers outstanding musical performance and setting the standard by which many other upright pianos are measured

  • Black
  • polished
  • Length: 153 cm
  • Width: 61 cm
  • Height: 121 cm
  • Weight: 228 kg
  • 88 Keys
  • 3 Pedals
  • Including piano bench and piano light
  • Delivery Germany-wide included

*Available in the following colours:*

  • White Polished
  • American walnut open pore
  • American walnut dark open pore
  • Mahogany dark polished
  • Cherry nature silk matte
  • Beech natural silk matte
  • American walnut semi-gloss
PROS
  • • Solid spruce soundboard delivers a rich, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Yamaha’s Graduated Hammer Action provides a responsive, realistic playing feel.
  • • Durable construction with a polished finish ensures longevity and a professional aesthetic.
  • • Includes a piano bench and light, adding convenience and value for the buyer.
CONS
  • • The weight (228 kg) makes moving it a significant undertaking; requires professional movers.
  • • While versatile, it's primarily suited for classical and traditional piano styles.
  • • The polished finish, while attractive, is prone to fingerprints and smudges.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 88, fully weighted, ivory-like polymer
Height/Length Height: 121 cm (47.6 in), Length: 153 cm (60.2 in)
Soundboard Solid spruce, hand-graduated
Action Graduated Hammer Action, offering nuanced dynamic response
Pedals 3 pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft
Finish Available in polished black, white, walnut, mahogany, and cherry nature
Weight 228 kg (504 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'Q PE' denotes a refined action and improved soundboard graduation, resulting in a more responsive feel and richer tone compared to earlier iterations.
The included bench is a standard Yamaha bench, functional and durable, but not a premium-level concert bench – a worthwhile upgrade down the line if you’re serious about playing.
Like all acoustic pianos, it needs occasional tuning (typically every 6-12 months) and humidity control to prevent warping and maintain optimal performance.

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