YAMAHA UX30BL - Higher End U3

We’re thrilled to offer this Yamaha UX30BL, a rare legacy model designed to provide concert grand performance in an upright form factor.

A Legacy Model – Built for Concert Performance

In Japan, where space is at a premium, there has long been demand for concert-level upright pianos that offer the depth, power, and nuance of a grand piano in a more compact footprint.
The UX Series was Yamaha’s answer to this demand, built to the highest standards of the time and designed for serious pianists, institutions, and professionals.

Unlike today’s production uprights, the UX30BL was crafted with premium materials, enhanced design elements, and superior construction techniques that Yamaha has since discontinued due to cost.
It was a highly advanced, no-compromise instrument when it was built, and it remains one of the finest upright pianos Yamaha has ever produced.

Exclusive X-Bracing – A Lost Craftsmanship Method

One of the defining features of the UX Series is Yamaha’s unique X-braced back post design, a highly advanced and expensive way to construct a piano.

✅ Increased Structural Stability – The X-braced frame enhances the strength of the piano, allowing for longer sustain, improved tonal clarity, and enhanced tuning stability.
✅ Superior Resonance & Projection – The added rigidity helps the soundboard vibrate more efficiently, giving the UX30BL a powerful, grand-like projection.
✅ Premium Construction No Longer Found in Modern Yamaha Uprights – Due to the high cost of production, Yamaha discontinued X-bracing in their uprights, making these legacy UX models highly sought after for their superior craftsmanship.

A Vintage Model That Feels Brand New

While this piano is a vintage 1988 model, you wouldn’t know it by looking at it.

✅ Pristine Cabinet Condition – The polished ebony finish is immaculate, and the cabinet is indistinguishable from a new piano.
✅ Flawless Action & Interior Components – This piano has been meticulously maintained, and its action components have decades of great playing left.
✅ Concert-Grade Tone – With its advanced scale design, premium soundboard, and X-braced frame, the UX30BL delivers a bold, rich, and highly expressive tone that mirrors Yamaha’s finest grands.

If you’re searching for a high-end upright piano that surpasses modern production models, the UX30BL is an exceptional choice.

Our Refurbishing Process

This UX30BL has been meticulously inspected and refined at one of the finest facilities in Hamamatsu, Japan. Staffed by expert technicians—many of whom are former Yamaha employees—this facility specializes in restoring Yamaha pianos to their original brilliance.

The refurbishing process included:

• Full Cabinet Overhaul – The cabinet has been polished, with scratches filled and refinished if needed, restoring its sleek, mirror-like shine.

• Key Pins Polished and Keyboard Leveled – The key pins were polished for smooth key movement, and the keyboard was leveled to Yamaha’s exact specifications.

• Action Regulation – The action has been expertly regulated to deliver the precise, even touch that Yamaha pianos are known for.

• New Under Key Felts – Replaced to ensure smooth and quiet operation.

• Hammers Shaped and Voiced – The hammers were reshaped for optimal contact with the strings and voiced in our showroom to produce a warm, balanced tone.

• Interior Cleaning and Detailing – The inside of the piano has been thoroughly cleaned and detailed to ensure it performs as beautifully as it looks.

Why Choose a Yamaha UX30BL?

A UX Series upright is a rare find, built to a level of craftsmanship that Yamaha no longer produces. If you are looking for an upright piano with the projection, resonance, and dynamic range of a grand piano, the UX30BL is a standout choice.

Unlike modern Yamaha uprights, this legacy model was built with concert-grade precision, featuring superior materials and the now-discontinued X-bracing design that gives it unmatched sustain, power, and tonal clarity.

Own a Piece of Yamaha’s Legacy

The Yamaha UX30BL is more than just an upright piano—it’s a testament to Yamaha’s golden era of craftsmanship. Perfect for serious pianists, teachers, and performance spaces, this piano is built to provide a lifetime of exceptional music-making.

Your Purchase Includes:

✅ Free Shipping
✅ 1 Free In-Home Tuning
✅ 10-Year Parts & Labor Warranty
✅ Lifetime Trade-Up Option (Trade Your Piano Back at Full Value Anytime!)

Why Choose Seattle Piano Co?

Seattle Piano Co is a technician-owned piano store located in downtown Seattle, WA, specializing in used Yamaha pianos. Each instrument is handpicked to ensure key structural components, such as soundboards and actions, meet exacting standards. Pianos are meticulously restored in-house or at our partner facility in Hamamatsu, Japan, where they are refined to factory specifications. Our in-house professional regulation and hammer voicing ensures every piano achieves its peak performance, making Seattle Piano Co a trusted choice for premium instruments.