Yamaha S6 Grand Piano - A Look Into Yamaha's Handmade Grand!

See more details about this piano on our website, https://www.seattlepianoco.com/used-g... Manufacturer: YAMAHA Model: S6 Serial: 5815872 Finish: Polished Ebony Size: 6’11” Year: 1998 MSRP (IF New) - $88,899 Unlike standard Yamaha grand pianos, the S Series was built entirely in Yamaha’s exclusive CF Division, the same workshop responsible for crafting the world-renowned CFX concert grands. This separate facility is staffed by Yamaha’s most skilled master builders, who produce only a handful of pianos each year, ensuring the highest levels of craftsmanship, precision, and artistry.While the new SX Series is an incredible evolution of Yamaha’s high-end grands, it is produced on the same production line as the CX Series pianos before being transferred to the CF factory for final refinement. The previous S Series models, like this S6, were built start to finish in the CF factory, meaning every aspect of the piano—from rim construction to voicing and final regulation—was executed by Yamaha’s master artisans. This makes the S6 a true handcrafted instrument with a level of detail and craftsmanship rarely found in production pianos today.The Yamaha S6 is a 6’11” semi-concert grand, meticulously crafted to deliver a rich, singing tone, a remarkably responsive touch, and an unparalleled level of refinement. It features: ✅ Hand-Selected Premium Woods – The soundboard is crafted from the finest spruce, chosen for its superior resonance and tonal clarity. ✅ Precision-Made Action Components – The action components are machine-crafted for exacting precision and then hand-regulated by Yamaha’s master technicians, ensuring a highly refined and responsive touch. ✅ Concert-Grade Voicing & Regulation – The hammers are voiced and shaped by Yamaha’s elite master technicians for a warm, expressive tone. ✅ Superior Scale Design – The S6 benefits from Yamaha’s most advanced scaling and design techniques, giving it a balanced tonal response across the entire register. If you’re searching for a used S6, you already know how rare these pianos are on the secondhand market. This one is truly special.At Seattle Piano Company, we take great pride in refurbishing our pianos extensively so that we can provide the best possible instruments to our clients. However, I can tell that this particular piano was incredibly well cared for and likely did not require anything too invasive to bring it to its current showroom condition.In fact, this is the piano I play at the end of the day after closing our doors. It’s a true one-of-a-kind gem—one that reminds me why I do what I do. I'm sure there is a Steinway model B out there that could give this S some real competition, but finding that B would be akin to finding a needle in a haystack of Steinway grands. Our Refurbishing Process This S6 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. 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.