Description
Yamaha U1 SH3 Silent Piano
Premium Acoustic Piano with SILENT Piano™ Technology
Experience the world-famous Yamaha U1 with the freedom to play silently, day or night.
The Yamaha U1 SH3 Silent Piano combines the rich, expressive tone of a true acoustic upright piano with Yamaha’s most advanced SILENT Piano™ SH3 system, making it ideal for home practice, professionals, and shared living environments.
Available now from McLaren’s Pianos, your trusted Yamaha piano specialists.
What is SILENT Piano™?
SILENT Piano™ is Yamaha’s innovative technology that allows you to play a real acoustic piano with headphones — without compromising touch, tone, or musical expression.
When the SILENT Piano™ function is activated:
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The hammers stop just before striking the strings
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Highly sophisticated key sensors capture every nuance of your playing
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The performance is sent to a digital tone module
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You hear a breathtakingly realistic piano sound through headphones
This means you can practice 24 hours a day without disturbing others — or being disturbed yourself — while still enjoying the authentic feel of an acoustic piano.
Yamaha U1 SH3 Silent Piano – Key Benefits
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🎹 Genuine Yamaha U1 acoustic upright piano
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🎧 Silent practice with headphones, anytime
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🌙 Ideal for apartments, families, and late-night playing
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🎼 World-class Yamaha SH3 Silent system
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📱 App connectivity and recording features
Two World-Renowned Piano Sounds
The SILENT Piano™ SH3 system features two of the most respected concert grand piano voices ever created:
Yamaha CFX Concert Grand
Yamaha’s flagship concert grand piano, sampled across all 88 keys individually, delivers:
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Brilliant, sparkling treble
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Powerful, authoritative bass
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A wide palette of tonal colours
Bösendorfer Imperial
Famed for its rich Viennese sound, the Bösendorfer Imperial offers:
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Warm, sonorous resonance
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Exceptional depth and character
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A legendary European piano tone
10 Versatile Voices for Creative Freedom
Beyond acoustic piano, the Yamaha U1 SH3 Silent Piano includes 10 pre-installed voices, such as:
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Electric pianos
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Harpsichord
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Pipe and jazz organs
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Strings and choir
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Synth pad
Perfect for exploring different musical styles and genres.
Immersive Sound with Advanced Yamaha Technology
CFX Binaural Sampling
Using specialised microphones positioned exactly where human ears would be, Yamaha captures the full spatial detail of the CFX concert grand.
The result is a deeply immersive headphone experience that feels natural and fatigue-free — you’ll forget you’re even wearing headphones.
Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM)
Yamaha’s enhanced VRM physical modelling recreates:
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String resonance across all 88 notes
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Damper pedal interaction
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Soundboard, rim, and frame resonance
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Aliquot resonance in upper registers
This delivers vivid realism and expressive depth that responds organically to every performance.
Stereophonic Optimizer
When using piano voices other than the CFX Grand, Yamaha’s Stereophonic Optimizer recreates a natural listening distance through headphones for a spacious, realistic sound.
Exceptional Expressiveness & Touch
Smooth Release Technology
From crisp staccato to flowing legato, Yamaha Smooth Release ensures every key release is reproduced with superb accuracy.
Key-Off Samples
Subtle tonal changes that occur when dampers touch the strings are faithfully captured, enhancing realism and musical nuance.
Authentic Acoustic Feel – No Compromise
Continuous Key Sensors
Under each of the 88 keys are Yamaha’s unique continuous-detection, non-contact sensors, allowing:
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Natural repetition
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Precise dynamic control
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Zero impact on keyboard feel
Quick Escape System
The SH3 Silent system integrates seamlessly into the piano’s action, maintaining optimal hammer-to-string distance so the touch remains identical whether playing acoustically or silently.
Smart Features for Modern Pianists
Smart Pianist App
The free Smart Pianist app lets you:
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Select voices easily
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Control the metronome
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View scores on your smart device
(Requires optional UD-WL01 USB Wireless LAN Adaptor)
Recording & Playback
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Record one song internally
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Save and playback recordings via USB memory
Connectivity
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USB TO HOST for high-quality audio recording
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AUX IN for playing along with external devices
Included Accessories & Practice Tools
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🎧 High-quality Yamaha headphones
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⏱ Built-in metronome for precise rhythm practice
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🎛 Elegant, discreet control panel design
Why Buy Your Yamaha U1 SH3 Silent Piano from McLaren’s Pianos?
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✔ Yamaha specialists with decades of experience
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✔ Expert advice and after-sales support
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✔ Professional delivery and setup
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✔ Trusted UK piano retailer
Enquire Today
Discover the freedom of silent practice without compromise.
Contact McLaren’s Pianos today to arrange a viewing, demonstration, or personalised advice on the Yamaha U1 SH3 Silent Piano.
