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New Yamaha GCB SH3 SILENT Grand Piano – Polished Ebony

A Grand Beyond Measure – Authentic Japanese Grand Piano Performance with the Freedom of SILENT Technology

Brand New | Made in Japan | GC Series | 151cm | SH3 SILENT Piano | Polished Ebony

Introducing the New Yamaha GCB SH3 SILENT Grand Piano

Discover the new Yamaha GCB SH3 SILENT Grand Piano, an exciting addition to Yamaha’s acclaimed GC Series, combining the beauty and expressive performance of a traditional acoustic grand piano with the convenience of Yamaha’s advanced SH3 SILENT Piano technology.

Measuring just 151cm (5ft) in length, the GCB is Yamaha’s most compact current grand piano. Manufactured at Yamaha’s prestigious Kakegawa factory in Japan, it incorporates important acoustic and mechanical refinements inspired by the renowned C Series, including Yamaha’s innovative Tone Collector, thicker inner rim laminations and a responsive C1X-type grand piano action.

With the addition of Yamaha’s integrated SH3 SILENT system, pianists can enjoy the rich, natural sound of the acoustic GCB or switch to private headphone practice whenever required.

Finished in elegant Polished Ebony, the GCB SH3 is an outstanding choice for pianists who want the experience of owning a genuine Japanese-made Yamaha grand piano without being restricted by when they can practise.

Two Ways to Enjoy One Exceptional Grand Piano

The Yamaha GCB SH3 combines traditional acoustic craftsmanship with modern digital technology, allowing you to enjoy your piano in two different ways.

Traditional Acoustic Mode

In acoustic mode, the GCB performs as a genuine Yamaha grand piano.

Its hammers strike the strings naturally, allowing the solid spruce soundboard and carefully developed acoustic structure to produce the instrument’s rich, expressive sound.

You can enjoy everything that makes an acoustic grand piano special, from delicate passages and subtle dynamic changes to powerful chords and sustained resonance.

SH3 SILENT Mode – Play Privately Through Headphones

When you want to practise without disturbing others, simply activate the integrated SH3 SILENT Piano system.

A sophisticated muting mechanism prevents the hammers from striking the strings, while advanced sensors detect your performance and reproduce the sound digitally through headphones.

This allows you to continue playing the genuine grand piano keyboard and action while enjoying high-quality digital piano sound.

Whether you’re practising late in the evening, sharing your home with family members or simply prefer a more private playing environment, the GCB SH3 offers welcome flexibility.

Importantly, this is not a digital piano designed to look like a grand. It is a genuine acoustic Yamaha grand piano with an integrated SILENT system.

Yamaha’s Advanced SH3 SILENT Piano Technology

Yamaha’s SH3 system has been developed to provide a natural and expressive playing experience when using headphones.

The technology captures the movement of the keys and pedals, allowing the digital sound to respond to the nuances of your performance.

When playing in SILENT mode, pianists can enjoy digitally reproduced concert grand piano sounds, including the renowned Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial.

The system also provides additional digital functionality for practice and musical enjoyment.

For customers who have always wanted an acoustic grand piano but are concerned about noise levels, the SH3 system offers an excellent solution without sacrificing the traditional acoustic playing experience.

Proudly Crafted in Kakegawa, Japan

One of the most important features of the new Yamaha GCB range is its Japanese manufacturing heritage.

The GCB is produced at Yamaha’s flagship Kakegawa piano factory in Japan, where the company also manufactures its prestigious GC and CX Series grand pianos.

Combining generations of piano-making expertise with modern manufacturing technology, Yamaha’s skilled craftspeople carefully oversee the production process, from precision assembly through to tone shaping and final finishing.

The result is a beautifully engineered instrument that offers the craftsmanship, reliability and musical performance associated with Yamaha’s Japanese-made grand pianos.

For customers looking to invest in a new Japanese-made acoustic grand piano with modern practice flexibility, the GCB SH3 represents a particularly attractive option.

Enhanced Acoustic Design with Yamaha’s Tone Collector

Despite its compact dimensions, the Yamaha GCB has been carefully developed to deliver impressive tonal depth, clarity and resonance.

One of its key innovations is Yamaha’s Tone Collector, incorporated into the piano’s back-post structure.

Working alongside three back beams, this design helps distribute string vibrations efficiently throughout the instrument, contributing to its rich acoustic character.

The GCB also features thicker inner rim laminations, providing increased structural rigidity and supporting tonal projection.

These refinements, inspired by Yamaha’s established grand piano design philosophy, help the GCB deliver a rewarding and expressive playing experience in a compact 151cm cabinet.

Solid Spruce Soundboard

At the heart of the GCB’s acoustic performance is a solid spruce soundboard.

Spruce is widely valued in traditional piano construction for its resonant properties, helping transform string vibrations into the natural, expressive sound of an acoustic grand piano.

The GCB also incorporates spruce ribs and an overhanging bass bridge as part of its carefully developed acoustic construction.

Together with Yamaha’s enhanced rim and back-post design, these components contribute to the piano’s tonal clarity and musical character.

Responsive C1X-Type Grand Piano Action

The Yamaha GCB SH3 features a precision-engineered C1X-type grand piano action, designed to offer excellent responsiveness and expressive control.

This is particularly important for developing pianists and experienced players who want to explore the subtleties of touch, articulation and dynamics.

From gentle, lyrical passages to more demanding repertoire, the action responds naturally to the pianist’s technique.

The integrated SH3 SILENT system also allows you to continue practising on the genuine grand piano keyboard when using headphones, making it easier to maintain a consistent playing experience between acoustic and private practice sessions.

Compact Design for Modern Homes

At just 151cm long, the Yamaha GCB is the smallest grand piano in Yamaha’s current acoustic range.

Its compact dimensions make it an appealing choice for living rooms, music rooms, teaching studios and other spaces where a larger grand piano may not be practical.

The elegant Polished Ebony cabinet offers a timeless appearance, while the instrument’s traditional grand piano design makes it a beautiful centrepiece for the home.

Additional practical refinements include a sliding music desk, a soft-close fallboard and three traditional grand piano pedals.

With the added convenience of SH3 SILENT technology, the GCB SH3 is particularly well suited to households where different family members have different routines.

You can enjoy the full acoustic performance of your grand piano during the day and switch to headphone practice when a quieter environment is needed.

Yamaha GCB SH3 – Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	Yamaha GCB SH3 PE
Piano Type	Acoustic Grand Piano with Integrated SILENT System
Series	Yamaha GC Series
Condition	Brand New
Country of Manufacture	Japan
Factory	Yamaha Kakegawa
Cabinet Finish	Polished Ebony
Length	151cm (5ft)
Width	147cm
Height	101cm
Weight	275kg (GCB acoustic specification)
Keyboard	88 Keys
Action	Yamaha C1X-Type Grand Piano Action
Soundboard	Solid Spruce
Soundboard Ribs	Spruce
Back Structure	Three Back Beams + Tone Collector
Bass Bridge	Overhanging
White Key Surfaces	Acrylic Resin
Black Key Surfaces	Phenolic Resin
Pedals	Damper, Sostenuto and Shift
Fallboard	Soft-Close
Music Desk	Sliding
SILENT Piano System	Yamaha SH3
Finish Code	PE – Polished Ebony

Yamaha GCB or GCB SH3 – Which Should You Choose?

Both models share the same Japanese-made GCB acoustic grand piano design, including the enhanced acoustic construction and responsive C1X-type action.

The main difference is the addition of Yamaha’s integrated SH3 SILENT system.

Yamaha GCB PE – Standard Acoustic Grand Piano

An excellent choice for customers who want a beautifully crafted traditional acoustic grand piano and do not require headphone practice.

Yamaha GCB SH3 PE – SILENT Grand Piano

Offers the same genuine acoustic grand piano experience with the added flexibility of switching to private headphone practice.

If you love the sound and feel of an acoustic grand piano but need the freedom to practise at different times of the day, the GCB SH3 is well worth considering.

Why Choose the Yamaha GCB SH3?

The new Yamaha GCB SH3 brings together an impressive combination of traditional craftsmanship, modern technology and practical design.

Its compact dimensions make grand piano ownership more accessible, while its Japanese manufacture and GC Series heritage provide confidence in the quality of the instrument.

The addition of Yamaha’s SH3 SILENT technology makes it particularly attractive for modern households, allowing pianists to enjoy the best of both worlds: the rich resonance of an acoustic grand piano and the convenience of private headphone practice.

Whether you are an enthusiastic amateur, a progressing student, a piano teacher or an experienced pianist, the GCB SH3 offers an instrument designed to support your musical enjoyment for many years.