Yamaha 'Super U1' (U100) 48'' Premium Upright Piano
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How large is this piano?
All upright pianos have virtually identical Width and Depth. Height is the only dimension that varies dramatically from one upright piano to the next.
Please note: These dimensions are estimates only. Due to cosmetic differences in cabinet trim, exact dimensions of any specific example of this model may vary.
Why is Height important? Taller pianos allow for longer strings and greater soundboard surface area, so they usually produce more sound than shorter pianos.
A Premium Yamaha U1 Design
The Yamaha U100 is a premium variant of the classic Yamaha U1 design, built in the mid-1990s and featuring the following upgraded elements:
- Premium action parts: Upgraded Yamaha materials used in the construction of the action creating a more expressive playing experience
The Yamaha U1 is the world's most popular piano. Designed to meet the needs of experienced pianists, the U1 is well-suited for home or professional use by players of every age and experience level.
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21-Point Certification
Each Four Star Reconditioned Piano undergoes an extensive inspection and certification process to ensure optimal playability at an amazing price.
Exterior
Cabinet buffed and polished to original luster. Brass hinges, pedals, and lock assembly cleaned and polished.
Soundboard & Bridges
To insure tonal quality and stability, the soundboard is inspected for full structural integrity, proper adhesion of ribs, and absence of cracks. Bridges are inspected to ensure they are free from critical cracks. Bridge pins are inspected for proper side-bearing.
Downbearing
The downward pressure of the strings against the bridges is tested to ensure the proper soundboard crown, tone quality, and resonance.
Pinblock
To ensure tuning stability, the structural integrity of the pinblock is assured by testing the upward and downward torque of the tuning pins.
Tuning Pins
Tuning pins are found to be clean, free of corrosion, and of uniform size. Proper spacing between string coil and plate is ensured.
Strings
Strings are free of corrosion, rust, and damage from liquid intrusion.
Keybed
Construction and geometry of the keybed are checked to ensure proper operation of the action.
Keyframe
Keys are removed and rail pins are individually inspected and cleaned. Worn punchings are replaced.
Keys
Keytops and keyfronts are cleaned or replaced as necessary to ensure uniform bright-white appearance.
Key Bushings
Worn key bushings are replaced to ensure proper lateral tightness of the keys.
Pedals / Trapwork
All pedal rods and trapwork are adjusted to ensure proper operation of the pedals. Worn felt bushings are replaced as necessary to ensure quiet operation.
Dampers
Damper felt is inspected for proper hardness. Damper levers and wires are adjusted for proper and efficient operation.
Hammers
Hammers are inspected and reshaped to attain the correct firmness and geometry, assuring full and proper contact with the string.
Shanks / Flanges
Operation of the flanges, center pins, and bushings are tested to ensure efficient and fluid motion of the hammer.
Wippens
All components of the wippen assembly are inspected and adjusted as necessary to ensure efficiency of motion between the key and the hammer assembly.
Repetition
Warn or degraded hammer return spring cords are replaced on Yamaha upright pianos to ensure proper note repetition and dexterity of the action.
Plate
Technicians clean and inspect the structural integrity of the sound plate.
Touchweight
The touchweight of each piano is adjusted to retain the lightness and agility that are the hallmarks of Yamaha and Kawai pianos while still allowing for a satisfying dynamic and expressive range.
Regulation
The action is adjusted to ensure that each piano has a consistent, efficient, and expressive feel and touch in all registers of the instrument.
Voicing
The tone quality of each piano is adjusted and perfected to reflect the clarity, brightness, crispness, depth of tone that is inherent in Yamaha and Kawai pianos.
Moisture Content / Seasoning
The equilibrium moisture content (EMC) of the critical wood components of all pianos are carefully monitored to ensure compatibility with all North American climates. Soundboards are repeatedly tested and found to be at or near the recommended 7% for North American homes.
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