Yamaha has grown to become a superpower in virtually every market sector with their diverse product line. While everyone knows the name Yamaha, it is not exactly common knowledge that the company actually began as a piano manufacturer. Founded in 1887 under the Nippon Gakki Company, Yamaha has become one of the most sought after piano brands in existence. Their pianos have been used for classical, pop, rock, jazz, and everything in between.

Perhaps, the most famous of Yamaha’s piano designs is the legendary U1. This long-time favourite of institutions, concert venues, and recording studios, produces a wonderfully clear and articulate voice that serves a large number of musical styles. Standing at 48”, the U1 is a professionally-rated upright piano that is designed to satisfy even the most demanding players by providing a versatile and rewarding tone and controlled touch.

The Yamaha U1 was manufactured in Japan in 1976, right amidst what many consider to be the golden era of Yamaha U series uprights given their high-quality craftsmanship and manufacturing consistently. It has been incredibly well cared for by its previous owners and still has a lot to offer its new home musically. It is finished in an attractive satin ebony, which is a timeless finish that is more of a rarity these days. Its solid spruce backposts and hard maple bridge and pinblock are just a few of the features that make the U1 one of the most reliable and durable pianos on the market.

This 1976 Yamaha U1 would be the perfect solution for an intermediate or advanced player looking for a professional upright piano on a limited budget. Despite being half the price of a new U1, this particular piano offers far more musically than its price tag suggests.