Yamaha TransAcoustic U1 Hybrid Upright Piano – Polished Ebony

The Yamaha TransAcoustic U1 Hybrid Upright Piano combines the best of acoustic craftsmanship and cutting-edge digital technology, offering musicians an unmatched playing experience. With precise, ultra-responsive touch, a clear and full-bodied tone, and legendary reliability, U Series pianos have been the first choice of professional musicians, conservatories, teachers, students, and music lovers worldwide for over half a century. Every detail of the U1 has been meticulously crafted, from the hand-selected solid spruce soundboards to the advanced V-Pro frame, ensuring exceptional tonal consistency and durability.

The TransAcoustic system allows players to enjoy the rich, immersive sound of a grand piano in any setting—either projecting acoustic sound into the room or practicing silently with headphones. Yamaha artisans in Kakegawa, Japan, carefully wind each pure copper bass string and adjust their tension to exacting specifications, producing a beautifully balanced, resonant sound. U Series hammers are designed and crafted from the finest materials, providing optimal tone, response, and a lifetime of musical enjoyment. The patented Yamaha aluminum action rail further enhances stability, resisting fluctuations in humidity and temperature for long-term reliability. With this combination of tradition, innovation, and meticulous craftsmanship, the U1 delivers an extraordinary musical experience for every player.

Features

• Fully integrated TransAcoustic system for self-contained acoustic and digital sound

• Non-contact Articulation and Optical Sensor Systems for precise note detection

• 25 playable digital voices including binaural CFX and Imperial Concert Grand for headphones

• 480 ensemble voices with 12 drum kits, 20 rhythm patterns, 256-note polyphony

• Recording formats: Standard MIDI and WAV; compatible with USB flash drives up to 64GB

• MIDI and audio connectivity: USB TO HOST, Bluetooth, Stereo audio IN, balanced 1/4” stereo OUT

• Headphone jacks: 1/8” mini stereo x2; data connectivity via USB TO DEVICE x1, UD-WL01 WiFi

• Smart Pianist app compatible for enhanced learning and performance

• Acoustic excellence with solid spruce soundboard and ribs hand-selected from Hokkaido, Japan

• Advanced V-Pro frame, specially designed hammers, aluminum action rail, and soft-close fallboard

• Polished ebony finish, soft/mute/damper pedals, single-wheeled casters, and secure fallboard lock