The Yamaha SILENT piano is a feature that is fully integrated into an acoustic piano. By shifting the middle pedal, a mechanism called the “hammer shank stopper” is moved into place, stopping the hammer a few millimetres short of striking the string, thus muting the acoustic sound of the piano. The player can now hear themselves playing through headphones in superb digital reproduction. The skillfully designed sensor system captures and reproduces the subtlest of dynamics with stunning realism, all without affecting the acoustic touch of the piano in any way, granting you the convenience of a digital piano without sacrificing the authentic touch of a real acoustic.

Play and compose in any genre by exploring the 25 sounds available in the SILENT piano, including electric pianos, harpsichord, organ and strings.

Without doubt our biggest seller in upright pianos, the Yamaha U1 design is likely the best performing 121cm piano in the world. With sufficient string length and soundboard to handle quite advanced repertoir, it will carry students all the way through the grading system.

Sturdy construction and unrivalled durability make the U series the first choice of instrument for institutions and professionals alike, being able to easily withstand heavy use and large repertoire for many decades.