HybridSpecs

HybridSpecs

NU1XA

N3X

N2

N1X

NU1X

Cabinet Color Polished Ebony/Polished White Polished Ebony Polished Ebony Polished Ebony Polished Ebony/Polished Brilliant White
Finish Polished Polished Polished Polished Polished
Dimensions Width 1,501 mm (59-1/8″) 1,481 mm (58-5/16″) 1,471mm (57-15/16″) 1,465 mm (57-11/16”) 1,501 mm (59-1/8″)
Height 1,024 mm (40-5/16″) 1,014 mm (39-15/16″) Lid up : 1,734 mm (68-1/4″) 1,009mm (39-3/4″)With music rest : 1,181mm (46-1/2″) 1,001 mm (39-7/16”) With music rest : 1,167 mm (45-15/16”) 1,024 mm (40-5/16″)
Depth 462 mm (18-3/16″) 1,195 mm (47-1/16″) 531mm (20-7/8″) 618 mm (24-5/16”) 463 mm (18-1/4″)
Weight Weight 108 kg (238 lb, 2 oz) 199 kg (438 lb, 12 oz) 142kg (313lbs., 1oz.) 117 kg (257 lbs., 15 oz) 111 kg (240 lb, 11 oz)
Keyboard Number of Keys 88 88 88 88 88
Key Surfaces – White Acrylic resin Ivorite® Acrylic resin Acrylic resin
Key Surfaces – Black Phenolic resin Phenolic resin Phenolic resin Phenolic resin
Touch Sensitivity Hard2/Hard1/Medium/Soft1/Soft2/Fixed Hard/Medium/Soft/Fixed Hard/Medium/Soft/Fixed Hard/Medium/Soft/Fixed
Keyboard Action Specialized Upright Piano Action for NU1XA Specialized Grand Piano Action Specialized Grand Piano Action Specialized Grand Piano Action Specialized Upright Piano Action for NU1X
Type Ivorite (white keytops)
Tactile Response System (TRS) Yes Yes
Pedal Type Grand Touch Pedals with GP Response Damper Specialized Grand Piano Pedal GP Response Damper Pedal GP Responsive Damper Pedal
Number of Pedals 3 3 3 3 3
Half Pedal Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Functions Damper (with half-pedal effect) , Sostenuto,Soft Damper (with half-pedal effect) , Sostenuto,Soft Damper (with half pedal effect), Sostenuto, Soft Damper (with half-pedal effect) , Sostenuto,Soft
Sensor/Driver Hammer Sensors Non-contact continuous detection electromagnetic inductive type Non-contact optical fiber Non-contact optical fiber
Key Sensors Non-contact continuous detection electromagnetic inductive type Non-contact optical fiber Non-contact optical fiber Non-contact optical fiber
Key Cover Soft-Close Fallboard Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Music Rest Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Tone Generator Piano Sound Spatial Acoustic Sampling (Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial) Spatial Acoustic Sampling (Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial) Spatial Acoustic Sampling (Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial) Spatial Acoustic Sampling (Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial)
Binaural Sampling Yes (Yamaha CFX Grand and Bösendorfer only) Yes (Yamaha CFX Grand Voice only) Yes (Yamaha CFX Grand Voice only) Yes (Yamaha CFX Grand Voice only)
Key-off Samples Yes Yes Yes Yes
Smooth Release Yes Yes Yes Yes
Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Polyphony Number of Polyphony (Max.) 256 256 256 256 256
Preset Number of Voices 28 10 5 15 15
Tone Generation Tone Generating Technology Spatial Acoustic Sampling
Types Reverb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Brilliance 7 types + User 5 5
Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Stereophonic Optimizer Yes Yes Yes Yes
Preset Number of Preset Songs 50 Classics, 28 voice demo songs, 303 Lesson 10 preset songs, 10 voice demo songs 10 10 preset songs, 15 voice demo songs 50 Classics, 15 voice demo songs
Recording Number of Songs 250 10 1 10 10
Number of Tracks 16 1 1 1 1
Data Capacity approx. 500 KB/Song approx. 550 KB/Song 300KB (approx. 30,000 notes) approx. 550 KB/Song approx. 550 KB/Song
Recording Function Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Compatible Data Format Playback SMF (Format 0, 1) SMF (Format 0, 1) SMF (Format 0, 1) SMF (Format 0, 1)
Recording SMF (Format 0) SMF (Format 0) SMF (Format 0) SMF (Format 0)
Overall Controls Metronome Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Tempo Range 5 – 500 5 – 500 5 – 500 5 – 500 5 – 500
Transpose -12 – 0 – +12 -6 – 0 – +6 Yes -6 – 0 – +6 -6 – 0 – +6
Tuning 414.8 – 440.0 – 466.8 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments) 414.8 – 440.0 – 466.8 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments) Yes 414.8 – 440.0 – 466.8 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments) 414.8 – 440.0 – 466.8 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments)
Scale Type 7 types 7 types 7 types 7 types 7 types
Audio Recorder/Player Recording Time (max.) 80 minutes/Song 80 minutes/Song 80 minutes/Song 80 minutes/Song
Recording WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo) WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo) WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo) WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo)
Playback WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo) WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo) WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo) WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo)
Bluetooth Yes (Audio/MIDI) (varies by area) Yes (Audio) (varies by area) Yes (Audio) (varies by area) Yes (Audio) (varies by area)
Storage Internal Memory approx. 1.4 MB approx. 1.4 MB approx. 1.3 MB approx. 1.5 MB
External Drives USB Flash Drive USB Flash Drive USB Flash Drive USB Flash Drive
Connectivity Headphones Standard stereo phone jack (x 2) Standard stereo phone jack (x 2) x 2 Standard stereo phone jack (x 2) Standard stereo phone jack (x 2)
MIDI In/Out In/Out In/Out In/Out In/Out
AUX IN Stereo Mini Stereo Mini L/L+R, R Stereo Mini Stereo Mini
AUX OUT [L/L+R] [R] (Standard stereo phone jack) [L/L+R] [R] (Standard stereo phone jack) L/L+R, R [L/L+R] [R] (Standard stereo phone jack) [L/L+R] [R] (Standard stereo phone jack)
OUTPUT [L] [R] (XLR jack, balanced)
USB TO DEVICE Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
USB TO HOST Yes Yes Yes Yes
Auto Power Off Yes Yes Yes Yes
Power Supply AC Adaptor(Output: DC 24 V, 2.5 A) AC Inlet AC Inlet AC Inlet AC Inlet
AC Adaptor PA-500
Spatial Acoustic Speaker System Yes Yes
Soundboard Resonator Yes
Amplifiers (40 W + 45 W) × 2 80 W x 2 + 45 W x 4 + 35 W x 5 + 25 W x 4 30 W x 6 (45 W + 45 W) x 2
Speakers (16 cm + 2.5 cm (dome) with Bidirectional Horn) × 2 (16 cm + 13 cm + 2.5 cm) x 4 8 cm x 3 + 13 cm x 2 + 16 cm x 1 (16 cm + 1.9 cm) x 2
Included Accessories Owner’s Manual , “50 Classical Music Masterpieces” music book, Online Member Product Registration, AC adaptor PA-500*, Power cord*, Felt key cover, Headphone hanger, Headphone hanger screws, Felt strip set, Bench* *May not be included depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer. Owner’s Manual, AC Power Cord, Cord Holders (3 pcs.), Felt Key Cover, Bench*, My Yamaha Product User Registration *May not be included depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer. Owner’s Manual, Power cord, Warranty*, Felt Key Cover, Bench*, Online Member Product Registration, Felt strip set *May not be included depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer Owner’s Manual, Power cord, Felt key cover, Bench*, Online Member Product Registration, Felt strip set, “50 Classical Music Masterpieces” Music Book *May not be included depending on your area. Check with your dealer.
Separately Sold Accessories Headphones (HPH-50/HPH-100/HPH-150), AC adaptor (PA-500), USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01) *May not be available depending on your area. Headphones (HPH-50/HPH-100/HPH-150), Wireless MIDI Adaptor (UD-BT01/MD-BT01) *May not be available depending on your area. Headphones (HPH-50/HPH-100/HPH-150), USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01), Wireless MIDI Adaptor (UD-BT01/MD-BT01) *May not be available depending on your area. Headphones (HPH-50/HPH-100/HPH-150), USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01),Wireless MIDI Adaptor (UD-BT01/MD-BT01) *May not be available depending on your area.
Spatial Acoustic Speaker System Yes
Soundboard Resonator Yes
Amplifiers 22W x 10 + 80W x 2
Speakers (13cm + 2.5cm) x 3 + (8cm + 2.5cm) + 16cm x 2

Using SmartPianist together with a AvantGrand N3X

Using SmartPianist together with a AvantGrand N3X

Using SmartPianist together with a AvantGrand N3X

1. Check that the N3X instrument firmware is V2.0 or above.

 You can check the details on the V2.0 firmware on the download page. For details on downloaded and updating, refer to the PDF file included in the Firmware folder.

2. There are two methods for connecting an instrument to iOS devices with Smart Pianist V2.1 installed.

A. Connect using a cable

An Apple Lightning – USB Camera Adapter and USB cable (sold separately) are required.

Connect the USB cable to the USB TO HOST port on the instrument.

A. Connect using a cable

*If you are using iPad pro 12.9 inch 3rd generation or iPad pro 11inch, please use Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter or Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter.

B. Connect wirelessly using Wi-Fi.*Varies by area

The UD-WL01 (sold separately) must be purchased to use a wireless connection.

Connect the UD-WL01 to the USB TO DEVICE port on the instrument.

B. Connect wirelessly using Wi-Fi.*Varies by area

Disklavier Premium Pass

Disklavier Premium Pass

The all-new way to enjoy endless piano music entertainment from Yamaha.

Yamaha Music USA

A New Way to Enjoy Piano Music

A New Way to Enjoy Piano Music

Introducing Disklavier Premium Pass, your exclusive ticket to top-tier performances from world-class pianists and Yamaha artists. Disklavier Premium Pass includes three distinct services for piano music lovers, all rolled into a single content subscription. Services included are:

Disklavier Radio: Enjoy a wide variety of piano music across over 60 curated channels that play continuously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

DisklavierTV: See and hear live and on-demand video performances from professional pianists and Yamaha artists.

NEW Disklavier On Demand: Select and listen to thousands of songs a-la-carte, create playlists and discover new music from our ever-growing music library.

Frequently Asked Questions

I don’t own a Disklavier ENSPIRE, can I subscribe to Disklavier Premium Pass?
Disklavier Premium Pass is only available for Disklavier ENSPIRE and legacy models that have been upgraded with a DKC-900. If you own a legacy Disklavier that has access to Disklavier Radio, you will still be able to enjoy your current Disklavier Radio services.

I’m already subscribed to Disklavier Radio. Do I have to pay extra for Disklavier Premium Pass?
No. If you’re already subscribed to Disklavier Radio, you will receive access to Disklavier Premium Pass at no additional charge.

How do I update my Disklavier ENSPIRE to the latest firmware?

You can download and install the latest firmware directly from your Disklavier ENSPIRE from the Info Menu by tapping on the ⓘ icon from the ENSPIRE app.

Do I need an internet connection to access the Disklavier Premium Pass services and if so, how do I connect to the internet?
Yes, Disklavier Premium Pass services are cloud based and require an internet connection to access. If you need help connecting your Disklavier ENSPIRE to the internet, contact your local authorized Yamaha or Bösendorfer dealer for assistance.

Yamaha Quick Play

GB1-Story

GB1-Story

If you’re looking to purchase a new baby grand piano, the choices out there are vast and varied. Some brands are familiar and some are pretty obscure – but they all claim to be the best in their relative price points.  It’s impossible for me to make a blanket statement about which brand or model may be best for you because we’re dealing with two things – Facts and Emotion. Facts are universal (objective).  They can be tested and proven. Emotions are just as real, but they aren’t universal (Emotions are subjective).  So – since we can’t comment on an individual’s feelings – let’s take emotion out of the equation for a moment and focus on the facts surrounding Yamaha‘s most popular baby grand piano:  the Yamaha GB1K.

 

Let’s start with this factual statement: Yamaha is globally recognized for making superior musical instruments in a large variety of categories.

Yamaha has the world’s largest artist roster – with over 3600 members, including Norah Jones.

Yes.  There are other great brands, but none more recognizable or universally respected than Yamaha. Around the world, more performers require a Yamaha piano than any other brand because they know that Yamaha can deliver the sound and touch they are looking for. With over 10,000 musical instrument patents (more than 2000 related to pianos alone), Yamaha has done more than any other manufacturer to further the develop and refine the music industry.  Each instrument in their lineup is specifically designed and meticulously crafted to deliver a specific performance profile to the musicians most likely to use it.  At times, this might seem confusing as Yamaha will use different designs and materials for different models simply to create the specific sound and touch they are looking for.  Thus, Yamaha instruments require broad consideration when compared with other brands.  You can’t just pick out a component or two.  You have to compare the overall intent of the instrument and it’s ability to deliver that intent to a potential buyer.  …and this brings us to the Truth about the Yamaha GB1K Baby Grand Piano:

It’s the best designed, best engineered, and best built five foot baby grand piano on the market.

Clearly, that’s an opinion, but let’s look at the facts I use to reach that conclusion…

Yamaha has maintained a state-of-the-art piano factory near Jakarta, Indonesia, for over 40 years.  The machinery, designs and training for this plant all come from Japan.

Yamaha’s 40-year old piano factory in Indonesia (located just outside of Jakarta) is state-of-the-art. They use the same machines as the factory in Japan and cross-train their workers to maintain the highest level of quality. Remember, it’s the company of origin and not the country of origin that makes the most difference.  Yamaha makes the soundboards for all of their pianos (including the GB1K) in Japan and then ships the GB1K soundboards to Indonesia to be installed with the rest of the components made in their Indonesian plants.  Think about that for just a moment.  Yamaha’s construction process is so precise that wooden components can be made in one factory and installed in another without modification.  Because Yamaha is 100% vertically integrated (meaning they own and control everything from the forest to the factory), they can take advantage of local woods and labor in Indonesia without compromising the quality or performance of their pianos.  This is one way Yamaha can make a superior baby grand piano at a very competitive price.

In order to achieve it’s designated sound profile, the Yamaha GB1K uses very specific, high-quality woods.  Again, because they have a plant in Indonesia, Yamaha has access to many great woods at a much lower cost.  In fact, as of March, 2022, Yamaha has switched the wood they use to make the GB1K’s rim.  Both the new rim and the old rim are made from high quality hardwoods (part of Yamaha’s formula to produce a specific sound in their five foot baby grand piano), but the nyatoh wood Yamaha used to use isn’t as available in the quantity or quality Yamaha needs so they have begun using sapele (a wood often found in acoustic guitars) in its place.  The sapele woods have a darker, richer look, but produce the same sound Yamaha wants for its GB1K.

Here workers from Yamaha Indonesia build a grand piano rim – exactly to Yamaha’s global specifications.

Other manufacturers like to criticize Yamaha’s decision to use nyatoh or sapele rims when other manufacturers have chosen maple.  They might criticize the GB1K’s rim thickness or music rest… but doing so misses the larger point:  Yamaha made the GB1K this way on purpose.  Unlike other manufacturers who simply design one large piano and then use the same features (with different scale designs) on all the smaller models, Yamaha takes the time and care to build a specific tonal recipe for every model.  Every aspect of the piano was specifically designed to work in harmony to make this smaller grand perform like a much larger and more expensive instrument. For example, the sapele rims give a warmth and richness to Yamaha’s GB1K.  With a maple rim, the piano would be louder and brighter – something  today’s baby grand buyers won’t appreciate.  The rim thickness is perfect for this piano as well.  It provides the sound transfer, power and stability that Yamaha is known for around the world – without requiring overly thick and rigid rims.  The GB1K is perfectly designed for its character and purpose – whether playing classical music or jazz.  It gives you the control to make any kind of music really shine!

Yamaha designed this piano to have the richness of a piano that is six or eight inches longer. The bass is full and resonant with clarity (even in the extreme lower register!) while the mid-range has a beautiful singing quality. The upper register is bright with a wonderful sustain, but not choppy or harsh. Overall, it’s a clear and balanced sound that allows for unlimited expression.

Made to fit a certain sound and customer profile, the purpose-built Yamaha GB1K is a magnificent baby grand piano.

In the many years I’ve been selling Yamaha pianos I’ve seen people shop around for less expensive pianos but end up spending more for a Yamaha because, quite simply, they are worth it. Yes, the GB1K costs more than some other brands and may have a feature or two that someone else can argue about, but the fact is:  Yamaha purpose built this piano to sound and feel exactly the way it does… and – considering it’s one of the most successful selling baby grand pianos we’ve ever seen – I’d say they did a pretty good job!

As for you, for something you are going to have as long as a piano – I always say it’s better to spend more than you wanted than less than you should. Reward yourself. You never regret getting the best.  Check out the Yamaha GB1K online or – better yet – stop in and see one for yourself.  There’s nothing like the real, in-person Yamaha Experience.  See you soon!