{"product_id":"yamaha-b30-sc3-silent-upright-piano-in-polished-ebony-with-chrome-fittings","title":"Yamaha B30 SC3 Silent Upright Piano in Polished Ebony with Chrome Fittings","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the Yamaha B30 SC3 Silent Upright Piano in Polished Ebony with chrome fittings — a powerful acoustic Yamaha upright piano with the added freedom of Yamaha SC3 Silent Piano technology. Combining the largest cabinet in Yamaha’s latest B Series range with private headphone practice, the B30 SC3 is an outstanding choice for serious students, families, teachers, adult learners and committed home pianists who want authentic acoustic performance with modern flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 121cm tall, the Yamaha B30 SC3 offers the fullest acoustic sound in the new Yamaha B Series Silent Piano range. It sits above the B10 SC3 and B20 SC3, giving players greater tonal depth, stronger projection and a more expressive playing experience while still offering the practical footprint of an upright piano for the home, studio or teaching space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in classic polished ebony with chrome fittings, this model has the timeless look of a premium acoustic upright piano. The deep gloss black cabinet gives the instrument an elegant, refined presence, while the chrome pedals, hinges and fittings add warmth, tradition and classic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose the Yamaha B30 SC3 Silent Upright Piano? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha B30 SC3 is designed for players who want the richest B Series acoustic upright piano experience with the added convenience of silent practice. It gives you the best of both worlds: the natural sound and touch of a real Yamaha acoustic upright piano, plus Yamaha SC3 Silent Piano technology for private headphone practice whenever you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen played acoustically, the B30 SC3 works like a traditional upright piano, with real hammers, real strings and natural soundboard resonance. When Silent mode is engaged, the acoustic sound is muted and Yamaha’s sensor system captures your performance so you can listen through headphones using beautifully detailed Yamaha piano voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the Yamaha B30 SC3 ideal for serious home practice, evening playing, apartment living, family homes, teaching studios and anyone who wants to practise more often without disturbing others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Real Acoustic Yamaha Upright Piano \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Yamaha B30 SC3 is a genuine acoustic upright piano. Unlike a digital piano, the B30 SC3 uses a real acoustic action, real strings and a traditional soundboard when played normally. This gives players the natural response, tonal depth and expressive control needed to develop proper piano technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 121cm cabinet gives the B30 SC3 a more substantial sound than the smaller B10 SC3 and B20 SC3 models. Its larger scale helps produce a deeper bass, a more resonant midrange and a broader dynamic range, making it especially rewarding for progressing students, advanced learners and serious home pianists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor families, teachers and committed players, this makes the B30 SC3 a strong long-term investment. It offers the reliability, tone and touch expected from Yamaha, with the flexibility modern homes need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha SC3 Silent Piano Technology \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha B30 SC3 is fitted with Yamaha’s SC3 Silent Piano system, allowing you to practise privately through headphones while keeping the authentic touch of an acoustic upright piano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Silent mode is activated, the hammers are prevented from striking the strings. Yamaha’s non-contact sensor system then detects your playing and sends your performance to the digital tone generator. Through headphones, you can enjoy premium piano sounds including the Yamaha CFX concert grand and Bösendorfer Imperial grand piano voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is especially useful for students who need regular practice, adults who play around work or family life, and households where noise levels matter. Whether it is early morning, late evening or a busy family day, the B30 SC3 lets you keep playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Biggest Sound in the B Series Silent Piano Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha B30 SC3 is the top choice in the B Series Silent Piano range for players who want the greatest acoustic depth and projection. Its taller 121cm cabinet allows for a larger resonating area and longer strings, helping the piano produce a fuller, richer and more commanding sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the B10 SC3, the B30 SC3 offers a far more substantial acoustic presence. Compared with the B20 SC3, it gives extra projection, bass depth and dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the B30 SC3 particularly well suited to serious students, adult learners, returning players, teachers and anyone who wants a Yamaha Silent Upright Piano with a more powerful and rewarding acoustic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractise More Often, Without Disturbing Others\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the greatest advantages of the Yamaha B30 SC3 Silent Upright Piano is that it removes many of the usual barriers to regular practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional acoustic piano can sometimes be limited by neighbours, sleeping children, family members, work schedules or the natural volume of the instrument. The B30 SC3 gives you the freedom to enjoy full acoustic tone when you want it, then switch to Silent mode when you need private practice through headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor students, this can mean more consistent practice. For parents, it makes the piano easier to live with. For adult players, it gives you more opportunities to enjoy music around your own schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Polished Ebony Cabinet with Chrome Fittings \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha B30 SC3 in Polished Ebony with chrome fittings has the traditional appearance many piano buyers love. The polished ebony cabinet gives the piano a deep, mirror-like gloss finish, while the chrome fittings add a warm and timeless contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis finish is perfect for customers who want the classic look of a premium upright piano. It suits both modern and traditional interiors, giving the instrument a serious musical presence without feeling out of place in the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether placed in a living room, music room, teaching studio or formal space, the Yamaha B30 SC3 in Polished Ebony with brass fittings looks refined, sounds impressive and feels built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Students, Families and Serious Learners \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha B30 SC3 is suitable for beginners, but it is especially strong for players who want an instrument they can grow into. Its acoustic action helps students develop proper finger strength, touch control, tone production and musical expression from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor progressing and advanced students, the larger B30 cabinet offers a more satisfying musical response than smaller upright pianos. For teachers, the Silent Piano system adds flexibility for lessons, demonstration and private listening. For families, it provides the authenticity of a real acoustic piano with the everyday practicality of quieter practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the B30 SC3 an excellent long-term choice for homes where music is likely to become a serious and lasting part of daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Features for Modern Practice \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha B30 SC3 offers much more than silent practice. In Silent mode, you can access high-quality Yamaha piano voices, binaural sampling, Virtual Resonance Modeling, Grand Expression Modeling, recording functions, metronome features and headphone connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo headphone outputs make the B30 SC3 especially useful for teacher-and-student listening, shared silent practice or duet-style private playing. USB connectivity also supports modern practice, recording and music-learning setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the B30 SC3 a powerful choice for students, teachers and home musicians who want an acoustic piano that fits naturally into modern life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Features for Everyday Playing \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha B30 SC3 includes a wide music rest, making it easier to use larger music books, exam pieces, duet scores and modern sheet music. This is especially useful for students, teachers and regular home practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft-close fallboard gently lowers the key cover, helping protect fingers and adding a smoother, safer feel to everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three-pedal setup includes damper, silencing and soft pedals, giving players expressive acoustic control as well as easy access to Silent mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha B30 SC3 Silent Upright Piano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine acoustic upright piano with Yamaha SC3 Silent technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e121cm cabinet for the fullest tone in the B Series Silent Piano range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolished ebony finish with classic chrome fittings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlay acoustically or practise privately through headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial piano voices in Silent mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBinaural sampling for a spacious headphone experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirtual Resonance modeling for natural piano resonance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Expression modeling for expressive digital response in Silent mode \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e88-key acoustic upright piano action\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha B Series Special hammers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV-Pro frame for strength and tuning stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive back posts for tonal and structural support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-contact key sensor system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e256-note maximum polyphony in Silent mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo headphone outputs for private practice or teacher\/student use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIDI and audio recording functions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB connectivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWide music rest for larger books and scores\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft-close fallboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent choice for serious students, families, teachers and home pianists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha B30 SC3 Specifications \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: Yamaha B30 SC3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiano type: Acoustic upright piano with Silent Piano system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries: Yamaha B Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Polished Ebony with chrome fittings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 121cm, Width 153cm, Depth 62cm, Weight: 236kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumber of keys: 88\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedals: Damper, silencing and soft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHammer type: Yamaha B Series Special\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame type: V-Pro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack posts: 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFallboard: Soft-close mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusic rest: Wide music rest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilent system: Yamaha SC3 Silent Piano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiano voices: Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBinaural sampling: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirtual Resonance Modeling: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Expression Modeling: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum polyphony: 256 notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreset voices: 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadphone outputs: 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording: MIDI and audio recording features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnectivity: USB, headphone and audio connections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is the Yamaha B30 SC3 Best For? 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