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1987 Yamaha U1 Upright Piano Ebony Polish

The Yamaha U1 Upright Piano is a true industry benchmark, celebrated worldwide for its superb tone, responsive touch, and long-lasting durability. Built in 1987, this instrument reflects Yamaha’s renowned craftsmanship during one of its most respected production eras, delivering consistent performance trusted by pianists, teachers, and institutions alike.

Standing at 48” in height, the U1 is designed for professional-level performance, offering longer strings and a larger soundboard than smaller uprights. The result is a rich, resonant tone with impressive depth and projection, along with excellent dynamic control for expressive playing across all musical styles.

Its precision-engineered action provides smooth, reliable responsiveness, allowing players to move effortlessly from delicate passages to more powerful, expressive moments. Whether used in a home, teaching studio, or performance setting, the U1 maintains the consistency and dependability that have made it one of the most popular upright pianos in the world.

Combining compact design with full, powerful sound, this 1987 Yamaha U1 remains a timeless choice for anyone seeking a professional upright piano with proven performance and enduring value.

Original price was: $7,995.00.Current price is: $6,400.00.

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Description

Key Technical Specifications :
  • Height: 48″ (121 cm)
  • Width: 60″ (151-153 cm)
  • Depth: 24″ – 25″ (61-62 cm)
  • Weight: ~503 lbs (228 kg)
  • Soundboard: Solid Spruce
  • Key Surface: Acrypet™ (white keys), Phenolic Resin (black keys)
  • Back Posts: 5
  • Finishes: Available in Polished Ebony, Polished White, Polished Mahogany, Satin Ebony, Satin American Walnut, and Polished American Walnut.
  • Features: Soft-close fallboard, 3 pedals (soft, mute, damper)
Key Design & Construction Elements:
  • V-Pro Plate: Vacuum Shield Mold Process ensures consistent plate strength.
  • Soundboard: Spruce soundboard and ribs.
  • Bridges/Pinblock: Hard Maple.
  • Action: Aluminum alloy action rails with spruce keys.
  • Strings: Solid copper wound bass strings.

Additional information

Brands

YAMAHA (pre-owned)
Condition

Pre-Owned
Finish

Ebony Polish
Showroom

Stanton showroom
Size

Uprights 45" and up