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Yamaha Silent Upright Piano
Supremely powerful, totally private
Equipped with the Yamaha Grand Silent System, Silent Series grands integrate an ultra-precise dual-sensor system, Quick Escape action mechanism, incomparable digital piano tone generation and other advanced components into traditional Yamaha acoustic grand pianos.
RADIUSSG
Design and Style
Radius is a stunning new interpretation of Yamaha's 100-year piano heritage.
Conceived by our London Design Studios in a unique collaboration between Europe and Japan, this beautiful instrument is the epitome of contemporary expression and form - perfectly styled for European design and taste.
But however radical Radius' appearance might be, Yamaha's unparalleled blend of tradition and technology lies just beneath the surface.
Classic Values
Our industry leading actions, keyboards and frames are manufactured to the most exacting standards in Hamamatsu, Japan. Final assembly, using Yamaha's highest-grade Bavarian spruce soundboards, is carried out meticulously at our UK manufacturing facility. The use of five back posts ensures optimum sound projection and the hammers are of the same high quality as those used in our leading Conservatoire Series upright instruments.
It is this attention to detail and uncompromising choice or materials that results in unrivalled longevity, tuning stability and a rich, resonant tone.
Extraordinary detail
Transforming the ordinary into something more altogether more special, the Radius design team has cut no corners. Every aspect of the piano's appearance has been explored and the result is far greater than the sum of its parts. A subtle curve added here, optional chrome detailing there, and a choice of polished ebony or wengé finishes combine in harmonious unity.
Sculpted Elegance
When not making music, a well-designed piano complements and enhances a living space without dominating it. Radius was conceived to blend - with classical, sculpted elegance - into a contemporary environment. Its relaxing lines and timeless qualities are all you would expect in a fine, handcrafted piece of furniture.
Dimensions
88 keys, 3 pedals (centre pedal: muffler)
Height: 121 cm (47 3/4")
Width: 153 cm (60 1/4")
Depth: 61 cm (24")
Weight: 228 kg (502 lbs)
Available in Black or Wengé with either brass or chrome detailing.
Traditional Acoustic pianos with unconventional attributes
Many Yamaha grand Piano models are also available in versatile digital/acoustic versions pioneered by Yamaha these innovative hybrids offer the uncompromising enjoyment of an acoustic grand with a wide range of digital music capabilities.
The liberating sounds of mute
Silent Piano Models allow the pianists to ‘Turn off ‘the acoustic sound and play in superb digital reproduction through stereo headphones. This makes these instruments a popular choice for those who occasionally want to enjoy playing without intruding on others. Optical key and hammer sensors register every nuance of performance while still giving the touch and response of the piano keyboard. Midi and AUX ports allow connection to a wide and growing variety of electronic instruments and musical devices.
Pianos that record, play back and more
Yamaha Disklavier Mark III pianos make it possible to record the music you play and reproduce your performance exactly on the piano itself, complete with key and pedal movement. They also can host ‘live’ concerts by many top musical artists, available on CD and floppy disk from Yamaha and other sources. Exciting new Pianosmart technology even lets you match recording and playback with standard audio CDs and video. Their interface-free optical sensors support all Silent Piano modes, along with other options. Additional features include a digital instrument tone MIDI ensemble performance, smart key learn to play technology, versatile controls, and comprehensive connections including a direct computer interface, for virtually unlimited creative, educational and entertainment opportunities.