Yamaha U3 SH3 PE Silent-System Hybrid Piano

Short info

Construction: upright piano, height: 131 cm, finish: polished black (PE)
Sound character: powerful, brilliant, with great dynamics
Target group: advanced players, music schools, studios, university level
Special features: Silent System SH3 (with binaural sampling), long strings, large soundboard surface, proven Yamaha U series

Technical specifications

Height/width/depth: 131 × 153 × 65 cm
Weight: Approx. 246 kg
Soundboard: Solid spruce
Pegs/frame: 5 pegs, full cast iron frame
Strings: Long scale, bass strings wound
Action: Yamaha action, precise regulation, reliable repetition
Hammerheads: Underfelt for long-lasting intonation
Keyboard: 88 keys with wood, acrylic/phenolic covering
Pedals: 3 - Soft, Moderator (Practice), Fortepedal
Silent system: Yamaha SH3 with binaural sampling (CFX concert grand), 25 voices, Bluetooth Audio/MIDI, SmartPianist app compatible
Manufacturing: Yamaha factory Kakegawa (Japan)

Sound & feel

Bass:Powerful and sustaining, with impressive depth for an upright
Mid-range: Warm, clear, and transparent for polyphonic playing
Treble: brilliant, assertive, long sustain
Dynamics: Wide range from delicate pianissimi to powerful fortes
Response/mechanics: Even and precise, ideal for study repertoire and concert preparation

Finish & design

Housing: High-gloss polished black (PE) with soft-close key flap
Interior: Careful craftsmanship ensuring long-lasting tuning stability
Durability: Extremely robust, proven in schools and institutions over decades
Recommended room size: from 15 m²
Minimum distance to wall: 10-15 cm
Climate care: Recommended humidity 40–60%, Dampp-Chaser optional
Accessories: hygrometer, coaster for castors, headphones for silent system

Dimensions, installation & care

Recommended room: from 15 m²
Minimum distance to the wall: 10-15 cm
Climate care: 40-60 % humidity recommended, Dampp-Chaser optional
Accessories: hygrometer, coaster for castors, headphones for silent system