Yamaha YUS5 with Factory Silent System

Yamaha’s Top-Shelf Upright, with Quiet Practice Capability

The Yamaha YUS5 is the flagship of Yamaha’s upright piano lineup, built to deliver the tonal depth and touch responsiveness of a baby grand in a vertical format. It shares its frame and scale with the U3, but goes several steps further—featuring premium YUS hammers, upgraded materials, and a more refined voicing process at the factory.

While the YUS5 has been available in the U.S. for years, it has always carried a premium price tag, which makes it surprisingly difficult to find second-hand in this kind of condition.

This particular YUS5 also features a factory-installed SG Silent System, allowing for headphone practice with full optical key sensing. Whether you're playing late at night or in a shared living space, it offers the flexibility of quiet practice without sacrificing the feel of a true acoustic instrument.

Key Features

• Yamaha’s Premier Upright – 52" cabinet with concert-level projection and control

• Factory SG Silent System – 100% functional and fully covered under warranty

• Premium YUS Series Hammers – voiced for warmth, color, and balance

• High-Precision Action – ideal for advanced players and teachers

• Polished Ebony Finish – excellent cosmetic and structural condition

Refurbishing & Final Prep

This piano was professionally refurbished in Japan to an exceptionally high standard, with action work, hammer shaping, string cleaning, and cabinet detailing all handled by a top-tier facility in Hamamatsu. This level of care is part of why we source directly from Japan—it sets a strong foundation.

Once the piano arrives in Seattle, we take that work a step further. Every piano is inspected, regulated, and voiced in our shop to bring it to the highest standard possible. This final stage ensures a consistent, expressive touch and a balanced tone that performs beautifully across all registers.

The factory silent system has been fully tested and functions flawlessly. A pair of stereo headphones is included, and the entire instrument—including the silent system—is covered under our 10-Year Parts and Labor Warranty.

Why Seattle Piano Company?

We specialize in premium Yamaha uprights, and the YUS5 is a personal favorite. Every piano we sell is hand-selected for quality, and final prep is overseen by a piano technician who specializes in Yamaha. Our focus is on delivering instruments that feel and sound as close to new as possible—without the new piano price.

We offer free shipping to most major U.S. cities, and every piano includes:

• 10-Year Parts & Labor Warranty (Silent System Included)

• Complimentary After-Delivery Tuning

• Lifetime Full-Value Trade-Up Guarantee

If you’ve been looking for a high-end upright with concert-level tone, modern features, and a flexible practice option, this YUS5 SG is one of the best you’ll find. Reach out for a video demo, sound sample, or more info on shipping.

– Aaron Firpo
Owner, Seattle Piano Company