The Yamaha U3 piano has been a long time favourite of teachers, institutions, recording studios, and small to midsize concert venues. The hype surrounding these iconic pianos is certainly well justified. The 51.5” height allows for longer bass strings and, as a result, a clear, defined bass register. While some classical piano players may complain about the thinness or lack of warmth from Yamaha’s smaller U1 models, the U3 provides a solution to this grievance by balancing the brilliance of the Yamaha voice with a more solid lower registral core.

This particular Yamaha U3 was built in 1979, which, by the standards of the Yamaha U series instruments, means that it has plenty to still offer musically. The quality of craftsmanship and materials rings through every aspect of this piano. The U3 is a true workhorse piano that is built to endure decade after decade of play while still providing a wonderfully rich musical experience to the player.

From its spruce soundboard and back posts to its hard maple bridge and pinblock, the Yamaha U3 is an iconic instrument that is still a favourite within piano circles for a good reason. This U3 would be the ideal choice for a teacher to educate with or a student to practice on at home.

Even those who will never touch the keys of a piano know the name Yamaha and their association with the piano. While Yamaha manufacturers many types of products, at the heart of the company is their dedication to making high-quality pianos. The company was established in 1887 and has grown to become one the world’s largest piano manufacturers.