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| Celebrating a distinguished
century of grand piano making |
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Fully redesigned at the turn of the millennium, today's C Series
grands benefit from a host of recent Yamaha advances.
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| Tonal quality and performance |
- Refinements in copper-wound string specifications deliver
purer, more
perfectly pitched and harmonious bass.
- Barrel-shaped treble hammer shanks, similar to those of the
concert grand,
improve dynamic and tonal response.
- Bridges crafted from choice, finely grained woods, selected to
complement
each scale design, provide superior sound transmission.
- Rim specifications attuned to the characteristics of each
model optimize
strength, stability and resonance.
- Model-specific production enables more-focused tuning, voicing
and regulation, for optimal long-term performance.
- Precise note-by-note strike point alignment produces crisper,
clearer tones.
- Heightened precision in damper installation offers superior
pedaling and
expressive control.
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| Crafted with uncommon care and
integrity |
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Yamaha grand pianos have earned a global reputation as instruments
of outstanding quality and value. Renowned for their eloquent
expressive range, and for their reliable performance over time,
they play an important role in the performing arts and music
education. They are consistently among the pianos most highly
recommended by piano tuner/technicians and a leading choice of
pianists at all levels, all over the world.
The Yamaha reputation rests on a century-long tradition of
uncompromising care and craftsmanship, supported by an unmatched
range of integrated expertise, top-of-the-line production
facilities, and an exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable and
dedicated workforce. Our strength in the full range of relevant
technologies allows us to produce virtually every part of every
piano ourselves — an approach that has helped us initiate
significant advances and set what has long been recognized as the
industry standard in quality control.
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An open dialog with professional musicians generates invaluable
input that, in conjunction with sophisticated research facilities,
has led to continual advances in each new generation of Yamaha
pianos. Our global network offers Yamaha customers additional
advantages, from cost-efficient regional manufacturing to the
ready availability of sales and support throughout most of the
world.
Balancing cutting-edge technology and innovation with the timeless
skills of expert artisans, Yamaha pianos have come to represent an
unsurpassed standard of affordable excellence. It is a standard
that continues to generate ever-higher acclaim and make Yamaha
grand pianos the first choice of many of the world's most
discriminating pianists.
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| A triumph of timeless artistry
and technical sophistication |
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Today's C Series grands also incorporate all of the quality
construction features found in prior C Series models.
Rims are formed from layers of select woods, laminated into shape
in special presses, then seasoned to allow the wood to stabilize.
Sturdy back posts are joined in a radial configuration and fitted
to the rim using exceptionally strong and stable dovetail joints,
enhancing both the pianos durability and the integrity of the
acoustic chamber.
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Iron plates, the internal frame of the piano, are cast in a vacuum
molding process that virtually eliminates flaws and imperfections.
To obtain the best tonal performance, the case iron plates are
attached with an adjustable mounting system that allows
for precise control of string bearing. A metal tone collector
(patent) connects the soundboard to the backposts reflecting sound
energy back through the entire body of the piano.
Soundboards are crafted from select clear spruce and cured in a
proprietary process that ensures a durable, natural crown. This is
further reinforced with full-length spruce ribs, securely mortised
and glued into the inner rim. To achieve optimal sound, the bridges are
made from fine grained
hardwoods which are precisely
notched and pinned for string placement.
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Yamaha strings are produced from
special steel and cooper wire. Strings are installed with the aid
of special equipment designed for consistent even tensioning of
the strings. Duplex scaling adds extra speaking length to the
strings enriching primary tones with complimentary harmonics.
Yamaha's patented tuning pins have lathe-cut, not rolled, threads
and are nickel plated. The cut thread and plating ensures tuning
stability with no corrosion from humidity. These features, along
with others, aid in better sound between tunings and minimal
maintenance.
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| Built to the highest standards
to assure lasting value |
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The legendary action mechanism, built to ultra-precise
tolerances on aluminum alloy rails — unaffected by changes in
temperature or humidity — gives superb response, rapid repetition
and years of trouble-free playing enjoyment. Designed for each
model, hammers are made from top-quality wool, glued and
T-fastened to hardwood heads and shanks, profiled to match the
characteristics of each model. Playing keys are cut from solid
spruce blocks and are fitted with durable hardwood key buttons.
Keys are precisely balanced and laser-leveled for uniform travel
and response.
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Yamaha piano cabinetry is designed and constructed for
long-lasting beauty, with a multi-layer polyester or lacquer
finish that provides maximum protection against wear, sun, heat,
spills and humidity. All fittings including solid brass pedals
and casters are engineered for both beauty and functionality.
Special features, like soft close fallboards, lid prop safety
stops are added for safety.
Finally, every Yamaha piano undergoes exceptionally thorough
preparatory procedures. Skilled technicians tune, voice and
regulate each instrument repeatedly over the course of
construction. A mechanical device plays each key
hundreds of times enabling the strings and components to
stretch and stabilize prior to shipping. Each instrument is allowed to
rest in a controlled environment approximating that of its
destination, then sealed in an airtight envelope to ensure optimal
condition on arrival.
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The end results of this painstaking craftsmanship are
pianos with musical potential that will provide generations of pleasure to their new owners.
These superior standards are met because that is what a Yamaha
owner expects.
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