Key Features
- Practice any time of day with the 'Silent Mode' function
- Play along to backing tracks with Bluetooth wireless streaming
- Perform expressively with the sensitive response action keyboard
- Connect to external devices with the AUX and MIDI terminals
Yamaha GB1 SC2 Silent Piano, Polished White Overview
The ultimate expression of the piano maker's art. Yamaha’s GB1 SC2 Silent Grand piano embodies over 100 years of accumulated expertise. Epitomizing the quality, performance and value for which Yamaha has long been renowned. With Yamaha’s sophisticated Silent Grand technology, you can explore a whole new world of possibilities. Produce some of the most scintillating sounds when you combine a variety of digital instrument types with the real acoustic piano sound for richly textured performances.
All thanks to the CFX Binaural Sampling system, you can produce some incredibly rich and refined tones. Supported by the 3D sound projection technology. Envelop yourself in the sound of world-famous concert grand pianos, with a choice of other sounds. Enriched with a natural acoustic reverberation. Immerse yourself in the music when you engage in the Silent Mode. With your headphone son, you can enjoy an uninterrupted piano experience. And indulge in this incredible playing experience in the comfort of your own home. The choice is yours.
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View Full DescriptionYamaha's Silent Grand Series
All thanks to Yamaha’s Silent Grand technology, you can discover a whole new world of possibilities as you play. Find inspiration by combining the digital and acoustic properties of the piano, for richly textured performances. Perhaps, the incredible sound of sympathetic strings under a natural piano or the cool electric piano accompanied by the glorious resound of the orchestral violins. The GB1 SC2 acoustic piano has a digital capacity, to transmit sound through the instrument, turning the soundboard into a loudspeaker. Any sound can be delivered and amplified through this naturally resonant piano component, without the need for external speakers. Envelop yourself in the resonance of the world-famous CFX concert grand piano and a variety of other great orchestral instruments. Enjoy an awesome playing experience from a fully-strung, wonderfully resonant acoustic Yamaha piano. Switch modes, choose your sound and control your volume. Impossible is nothing, with the Silent Grand series.
Silent Piano Mode
With the Silent Mode you can play any day, at any time. The silent mode switches from the use of hammer action to the use of sensors that detect the movement of the keys and pedals, eliminating external sounds while reproducing authentic piano sounds in your Bluetooth headphones. With the Silent Mode, the digital reproduction of acoustic sound is created using carefully recorded samples. Immerse yourself in the music by engaging Silent Mode. With totally muted digital piano play, you can perform with headphones, without disturbing others or being disturbed yourself.
CFX Binaural Sampling
You heard it here first! The Silent system TM is the first in the industry to be equipped with incredible sounds sampled from the new Yamaha CFX full-size concert grand piano. The beautiful sound of a beautiful instrument. The beauty of the GB1 Silent Piano is clear, with vivid tones with the power of this renowned instrument. Yamaha’s silent piano series enable the reproduction of natural and three-dimensional sounds. When playing in 'Silent Mode', the player feels as though the CFX sounds are coming directly from the piano.Yamaha GB1 SC2 Silent Grand Piano
Dimensions
- Width: 146cm
- Height: 99cm
- Depth: 151cm
- Weight: 261kg
Control Interface
- Number of Keys: 88
- White Key Tops: Acrylic Resin
- Black Key Tops: Phenolic Resin
- Pedal: Bass sustain
Cabinet Design
- Lid Positions: 2
- Lid Safety Stop: No
- Edge: Square
- Lid/Fallboard Locks: No
- Soft-Close Fallboard: Yes
Silent System
- Mechanism: Hammer shank stopper operated by centre pedal
- Action: Quick Escape mechanism
Voices and Sounds
- Polyphony: 256 tones
- Effects: Reverb, Brilliance, Stereophonic Optimizer
- Piano sound: Yamaha CFX Bösendorfer Imperial
- Binaural Sampling: Yes (CFX Grand Voice only)
- VRM: Yes
- Key-off Samples: Yes
- Smooth Release: Yes
- Polyphony (max.): 256
- Preset - Number of Voices: 10
Songs (MIDI)
- Recording Time: 80 minutes/Song
- Playback: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo)
- Recording: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit stereo)
Functions
- Metronome: Yes
- Tempo Range: 5 - 500
- Transpose: - 6 - 0 - +6
- Tuning: 414 - 440.0 - 466.8 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments)
Connectivity
- Internal Memory: Approx. 550 KB
- External Drives: USB flash Drive
- DC IN: 16 V
- Headphones: Stereo mini jack (x2)
- AUX IN: Stereo mini jack
- USB TO DEVICE: Yes
- USB TO HOST: Yes
Power Supply
- AC Adaptor: PA-300C (or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha)
- Power Consumption: 11 W (When using PA-300C AC adaptor)
- Auto Power Off: Yes
Accessories
- AC adaptor*
- Power cord*
- Headphones
- Headphone hanger
- Attachment screws for headphone hanger
- Owner's Manual
Acoustic Piano Finishes
Acoustic pianos are available in a number of different wood finishes, for more information on which finishes are available, please contact our team on 0330 365 4444 or email [email protected].
Acoustic Piano Delivery Times
For a more accurate delivery time on acoustic pianos, please contact so we can organise a mutually agreeable delivery time frame.
Delivery Process
Your acoustic piano will be carefully prepared by Yamaha's technicians to make sure it is set up prior to delivery, which can take 3-4 weeks. The delivery will include transferring your piano to a location of your choice. Please contact us inform us of your delivery requirements in advance of placing your order.
Tuning your Piano
It is recommended that you have your new Piano tuned 4-6 weeks after delivery to its final location. The cost of this tuning is the responsibility of the customer and is not part of the purchase price.
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