Yamaha GB1K (Silent Piano)

• Acoustic Piano Craftsmanship: At the core of the Yamaha GB1K SC3 lies the true essence of a genuine acoustic piano. Carefully designed to reflect over a century of Yamaha's piano-making expertise, it delivers an authentic playing experience, mirroring the player's emotion through rich and reliable acoustic sound quality.
• SILENT Piano™ Technology: When the silent function is activated, the piano's hammers are stopped from striking the strings, while sophisticated sensors capture the nuances of your performance. This silent mode allows for private practice through headphones, anytime, without disturbing others around you.
• Articulation Sensor System: Equipped with a sophisticated non-contact sensor system, the GB1K SC3 accurately interprets the intricate details of how the piano keys are played. This innovative feature ensures a high level of expressive capability and nuanced playback, delivering the precise sound intended by the performer.
• Grand Expression Modeling: This advanced feature replicates the subtle variations in tone that result from the mechanical interactions of the piano's hammers and dampers. By analyzing the force and speed of keystrokes, Grand Expression Modeling enables real-time, dynamic tonal changes, gifting pianists with the creative freedom to explore their musical expression, even in SILENT mode.
• Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM): Yamaha's state-of-the-art VRM technology meticulously simulates the complex sympathetic resonances of a grand piano. This feature enriches the sound by incorporating the timing and intensity of keystrokes and pedal use, creating a deeply resonant experience that captures the unique reverberation of a concert grand piano's soundboard, case, and strings.
• Binaural Sampling: Designed to provide a natural and immersive sound experience while using headphones, binaural sampling records the acoustic piano sounds with specialized microphones. This positions the listener directly in the perspective of the performer, offering a more lifelike auditory experience that feels as though you are seated in front of a grand piano.
• Celebrated Grand Piano Voices: The GB1K SC3 showcases the impeccable tones of two world-famous concert grands - the Yamaha CFX and the Bösendorfer Imperial. Meticulous sampling techniques are used to capture their distinctive sounds, allowing pianists to choose from a palette of premium voices that convey unparalleled musical expressiveness.
• Quick Escape System: Yamaha's Quick Escape System ensures the optimal relationship between the hammers and strings, guaranteeing consistent touch and response across all playing modes. This precision mechanism offers the pianist the flexibility to transition seamlessly between acoustic and silent functions, without sacrificing the instrument's natural playing feel.
• Bluetooth® MIDI Connectivity: With wireless Bluetooth® MIDI functionality, the GB1K SC3 can connect to the Smart Pianist app on your smart device. This feature offers intuitive control over the piano's settings and capabilities, broadening the horizon for interactive practice and performance.
• Integrated Rhythm Accompaniment: The piano is equipped with 20 different rhythm patterns, which include various drum and bass accompaniments. These built-in rhythms can enhance practice sessions and performance, adding a new layer of fun and complexity to your playing.
• Recording Functions: Performances can be recorded directly on the instrument or onto a USB flash drive as audio files. These recordings can be instantly played back, shared, or used for more detailed review of your practice sessions.

Size/Weight

Dimensions

• Width: 146 cm (57")
• Height: 99 cm (39")
• Depth: 151 cm (5')
• Weight: 265 kg (593 lb)

Control Interface

Keyboard

• Key Surfaces - White: Acrylic resin
• Key Surfaces - Black: Phenolic resin

Hammer

• Type: GB1K Special

Pedal

• Type: Damper/Bass sustain/Soft

Design/Architecture Detail

Caster

• Type: Single caster

Cabinet

• Soft-Close Fallboard: Yes

Sensor System

• Key Sensors: Non-contact continuous detection electromagnetic inductive sensor
• Damper Pedal: Continuous detection sensor
• Soft/Shift Pedal: On/Off detection sensor

Silencing System

• Mechanism: Hammer shank stopper operated by silencing lever
• Action: Quick Escape mechanism

Voices

• Piano Sound: Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial
• Binaural Sampling: Yes (Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial)
• Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM): Yes
• Grand Expression Modeling: Yes
• Key-off Samples: Yes
• Smooth Release: Yes
• Polyphony (max.): 256
• Number of Voices: 12

Effects

• Reverb: Yes
• Brilliance: Yes
• Stereophonic Optimizer: Yes (piano Voices other than “CFX Grand” and “Bösendorfer”)

Songs (MIDI)

• Number of Preset Songs: 12 Voice Demo Songs, 50 Classics
• Number of Songs: 10
• Number of Tracks: 2
• Data Capacity(max.): approx. 500 KB
• Playback: SMF (Format 0, Format 1)
• Recording: SMF (Format 0)

Recording/Playback (Audio)

• Recording Time (max.): 80 minutes/Song
• Playback: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo)
• Recording: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo)

Functions

• Rhythm Patterns: 20
• Metronome: Yes
• Tempo Range: 5 – 500
• Transpose: -12 – 0 – +12
• Tuning: 414.8 – 440.0 – 466.8 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments)

Control Interface

• Display: 7-Seg
• Bluetooth: Yes (Audio/MIDI) *May not have this functionality depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer.

Storage and Connectivity

• Internal Memory: approx. 1.3 MB
• External Drives: USB flash drive
• Headphones: Stereo mini jack (×2)
• USB TO DEVICE: Yes
• USB TO HOST: Yes

Power Supply

• AC Adaptor: PA-300C (or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha)
• Power Consumption: 8W (When using PA-300C AC adaptor)
• Auto Power Off: Yes

Accessories

• Included Accessories: AC adaptor*, power cord*, Headphones, headphone hanger, attachment screws for headphone hanger, Owner’s Manual. *May not be included depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer.
• Separately Sold Accessories: USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01) *May not be available depending on your area.

• Bench: Please check with the store for various model availability.
• Headphones: HPH-150
• Music Rest: Included with your piano.
• Power Adapter: Specific model details available upon purchase.
• LAN Adapter: UD-WL01 Wireless LAN Adaptor for easy connectivity.
• Headphone Hanger: Keep your HPH-150 Headphones within reach.
• Key Cover: Preserve and protect the keys of your piano.
• Owner's Manual: A comprehensive guide to your piano's features and care.
• 5-Year Warranty for Total Assurance: Your Yamaha piano electronics are guaranteed against material and craftsmanship defects for five years from your purchase date.
• 10-Year Warranty: We provide a decade-long guarantee for the piano, assuring you of its high quality and longevity.