New Yamaha and Kawai Pianos, Prepared by a Qualified Technician
As one of Yorkshire's authorised Yamaha and Kawai dealers, we stock a carefully chosen range of new uprights and grands — from the compact Yamaha B1 and Kawai K-15 right up to premium U-series uprights and GL-series grands.
Have you ever walked into a room and felt instantly drawn to the beautiful piano sitting in the corner? Finding the right instrument for your home or venue is an exciting milestone.
We want to make this process incredibly simple for you. The secret to finding the perfect match comes down to understanding a few basic details:
- Selecting the right cabinet height
- Choosing between acoustic and hybrid systems
- Ensuring proper workshop preparation
New piano sales can feel overwhelming without the right guidance. Our professional service team is going to walk you through the exact steps to choose the best option.
Grab a cup of tea, and let’s go through this together.
New pianos from an authorised Yamaha and Kawai dealer
Our Yorkshire showroom is one of the few places authorised for both Yamaha and Kawai. Visitors will find a lovely mixture of Yamaha B-series compacts, U-series premium uprights, and Kawai K-series and GL-series grands on any given day.
We can usually have a specific model set up for you within the week if you ring ahead. A standard intake inspection and regulation takes about three to five hours per piano.
Proper let-off adjustment allows for much faster trills and better control during quiet passages.
Our technicians complete a thorough process that includes checking key dip, hammer alignment, and damper timing. Proper preparation completely changes how the instrument plays.
We finish with a final voicing and tuning to concert pitch before it leaves the Harrogate workshop. The best new piano sales experiences guarantee you are buying a fully prepared instrument, not just a boxed product.
New Yamaha and Kawai piano range
We love helping customers discover the exact size and style that fits their space. The height of an upright piano directly affects the size of its soundboard and the length of its strings.
A taller model like the 121cm Yamaha U1 provides a richer bass response that advancing players really appreciate. Our entry-level models are brilliant for beginners.
The current lineup covers every stage of musical development.
- Entry upright (£2,500 - £4,500). Yamaha B1 (109cm), Yamaha B2 (113cm), and Kawai K-15E (110cm) are real acoustic pianos with full-scale actions. These models are the right place to start a learner.
- Mid-range upright (£4,500 - £8,000). Yamaha B3, Kawai K-200 (114cm), and K-300 feature stronger tone and better dynamic range. Kawai’s Millennium III action uses ABS-Carbon parts, making them incredibly stable during winter temperature changes.
- Premium upright (£8,000 - £12,000). Yamaha U1 (121cm) and U3 (131cm), alongside the Kawai K-500 and K-800, are studio-class instruments. These taller pianos handle everything up to and beyond Grade 8.
- Grand pianos (£8,000 - £45,000). Baby grands from the Kawai GL-series (Responsive Hammer III action) and Yamaha GB-series fit beautifully into smaller lounges. Professional grands range up to the Yamaha C3X and Kawai GX-series semi-concerts for serious performance venues.
We often get asked how the most popular premium uprights compare. This quick table highlights the key differences.
| Feature | Yamaha U1 | Kawai K-300 |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 121cm | 122cm |
| Action | Traditional Wood | Millennium III (ABS-Carbon) |
| Ideal For | Bright, clear pop and jazz | Warm, mellow classical pieces |
| Cabinet | Classic polished ebony | Polished ebony with soft-fall lid |
What’s included with every new piano
Our team makes sure you have everything needed for a successful installation. Caring for an acoustic instrument is much easier when you start on the right foot.
UK homes often drop below the ideal humidity range during winter when the central heating is constantly running. We recommend keeping your home’s relative humidity between 40% and 60% for the best sound.
The following benefits come standard with your purchase.
- Workshop preparation by James. Inspection, regulation, voicing, and final tuning happen before the piano leaves the showroom.
- Free delivery within 30 miles of Harrogate. That covers York, Ripon, Knaresborough, Wetherby, Ilkley, Thirsk, and the surrounding villages.
- First post-settling tune at your home. This happens typically four to eight weeks after delivery so the wood can acclimatise to your specific room humidity.
- 5-year warranty. This guarantee covers manufacturing defects and workshop work.
- Matching bench and standard accessories. You get a comfortable seat that matches your piano’s exact finish.
We suggest placing your new piano on an inside wall, away from direct sunlight and hot radiators. These simple placement choices help the wood stay stable and keep the instrument in tune much longer.
Silent and AnyTime systems
Our customers absolutely love the flexibility of modern hybrid technology. You can specify Yamaha SILENT or Kawai AURES/ATX as a factory option on compatible new uprights and grands.
A mute rail stops the hammers so the acoustic stays silent, while an optical sensor triggers a high-quality sampled digital piano. We see many families choosing these systems for shared living spaces.
The latest 2026 systems bring incredible new features to your fingertips:
- Yamaha SH3: Features 25 digital voices and binaural sampling for a completely 3D headphone experience.
- Kawai AURES 2: Uses four high-performance transducers to turn the actual wooden soundboard into a speaker.
We encourage you to plug in headphones and practise at any hour without disturbing anyone. You can read our silent piano systems explained guide for the full technical picture.
Book a new piano viewing in Harrogate
Our showroom doors are always open during regular hours, or you can book a private viewing. Visitors should feel free to bring their own sheet music or headphones to properly test out the instruments.
Sales staff will not follow you around or pressure you. We keep several instruments set up and quiet in each private room, with tea on the hob.
Here is what you can expect during your visit:
- Private testing rooms so you can play without an audience.
- Zero pressure environment letting you take your time.
- Hot tea on the hob to keep you comfortable.
You will know exactly when you have found the right piano. Our goal is to make the discovery process as relaxing as possible. Finding your perfect instrument should be a joy from start to finish.
We simply try to make it easy to find. Experiencing the best new piano sales environment is just a phone call away.
Call the shop today to reserve your private room.
Every piano, prepared in our workshop.
- Authorised Yamaha and Kawai dealer
- Full B, U, and C (grand) series availability
- In-house workshop preparation, not shipped-and-shuffled
- 5-year warranty on all new pianos
- Free delivery within 30 miles of Harrogate
- First post-settling tuning included
- Optional Silent / AnyTime system on compatible models
£2,500 – £45,000
per instrument
Uprights £2,500-£12,000; grands £8,000-£45,000.
Book a viewingSee the preparation in progress.
The process, end to end.
- 01
Visit the showroom
Drop in during hours or book a private viewing. Come with rough budget, room size, and who'll be playing.
- 02
Play what interests you
We set several candidates up in a private room. No clock, no clipboards, no background music.
- 03
Workshop preparation
Once you've chosen, James inspects, regulates, and voices the piano in our Harrogate workshop before it leaves the floor.
- 04
Delivery and first tuning
Free delivery within 30 miles. A post-settling tune 4–8 weeks later is included in the price.
What customers say
“James spent two hours helping us find the perfect piano for our daughter. No rush, no pressure. Wonderful experience.”
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Common questions about buying a new piano in Harrogate
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Line-by-line: workshop preparation, free 30-mile delivery, post-settling tuning, 5-year warranty, bench, and after-sales support.
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Private viewing rooms, tea on the hob, and all the time you need.