Yamaha CFSIIIS

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A new standard of excellence for the concert pianist

Ultimate exemplar of a proud piano heritage, the Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand piano is prized by performers and performing arts centers around the world. Following extensive refinements and redesign, the new Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand piano has emerged as an instrument of unprecedented virtuosity - an instrument that truly stands alone on the international concert stage.

88 keys, 3 pedals (center pedal: sostenuto)

Length: 275 cm (9' 0")
Width: 160 cm (63")
Height: 103 cm (41")
Weight: 500 kg (1,100 lbs)

Yamaha CFIIIS attributes include:

• Superb tonal character across all registers
• Quicker, more sensitive keyboard response
• Expanded dynamic and expressive range
• Enhanced projection and tonal separation
• Superior pedaling and damper control
• Increased structural and tuning stability
• Upgraded aesthetic and safety features

 

Scale Design Each Yamaha grand piano is designed to deliver the optimum performance for its size, through careful selection and balancing of everything from case materials and soundboard design to string configuration and hammer-felt density. Duplex scaling tunes non-'speaking' lengths of the strings to enrich primary tones with secondary harmonics, providing a richer, fuller sound. (all models except GA1, GP1 and GH1B)
Back Frame & Rim Carefully crafted from select materials, the structural framework of Yamaha grand pianos is designed to provide generations of stable, dependable support. Radial back posts are dovetailed into the inner rim for superior strength and rigidity. Rims are precisely formed from layers of select, solid woods to create a strong, resonant acoustic chamber and a beautiful appearance. NEW for C Series models (incl. A1)! New rim specifications attuned to the characteristics of each model optimize strength, stability and resonance.

V-PRO IRON PLATE

Yamaha V-PRO plates provide unyielding support for the 20 tons of string tension generated by a fully strung and tuned grand piano. (all models except CFIIIS) Use of a Yamaha-developed vacuum shield mold process, rather than traditional sand-casting, assures superior precision and structural integrity, free of pitting or other flaws, and allows an uncommonly beautiful, finished appearance. A special, adjustable plate mounting system allows precise control over string downbearing, ensuring optimal tone quality and tuning stability. (all models except GA1, GP1 and GH1B) NEW for C Series models (incl. A1)! A golden matte finish on the iron plate, similar to that of S Series grands, gives a more elegant visual impression. NEW for A1! New plate design is better suited to this instrument's compact configuration.

TONE COLLECTOR

A metal tone collector connects one end of the back posts to the iron plate and acts as an acoustic mirror, gathering and reflecting sound waves back toward the soundboard. (all models except GA1, GP1 and GH1B) By integrating structural members—rim, back posts and plate— into the tone producing system, the tone collector creates a fuller, richer sound with extended sustain.

SOUNDBOARD

An all-important element in piano sound production, the soundboard reflects and amplifies the vibrations of the strings. Yamaha grand piano soundboards are crafted from carefully selected, well-seasoned, clear, fine-grained spruce timber, for superb tonal clarity, volume and projection. Using a specially developed process, the soundboards are given a strong and stable crown, then reinforced with full-length spruce ribs, mortised and glued into the inner rim, for long-term durability. NEW for CFIIIS! Refinements in rib height and timber improve soundboard vibration characteristics.

BRIDGES

Bridges transmit string vibrations to the soundboard, and require superior materials and craftsmanship to deliver the best possible sound. Yamaha bridges are crafted from choice hardwoods, to strict specifications for each model, then precisely notched and pinned to accept the strings, and carefully fitted to the soundboard. NEW for C Series (C3 and above)! Bridges crafted from more finely grained woods, selected to complement each scale design, provide superior sound transmission. NEW for S4 and CFIIIS! New bridge materials deliver warmer, richer tones and extended resonance.

STRINGS

Strings are produced in Yamaha's own facilities from special steel wire, and wound with pure copper for the lower registers. Specially designed equipment is used in stringing the pianos, to assure uniform winding and balanced tension. NEW for C Series (incl. A1), S Series and CFIIIS! Refinements in the specifications of copper-wound strings generate purer, more perfectly pitched and harmonious bass tones. NEW for CFIIIS! Precise string-by-string analysis and strike point alignment provide improved tonal characteristics, especially in the tenor.

TUNING PINS & PINBLOCK

Humid-a-Seal® pinblocks, laminated from layers of beech and hard rock maple and sealed with a special resin, offer exceptional tuning stability, unaffected by changes in climate. Nickel plated to protect against corrosion, Yamaha tuning pins are lathe-cut, rather than roll-pressed; this ensures a better grip in the pinblock, enhancing tuning stability. NEW for CFIIIS! New pin and pinblock materials facilitate tuning and further enhance stability.

HAMMERS

One of the few piano makers to produce its own hammers, Yamaha designs hammers to perfectly complement the scale design of each grand piano model. Yamaha hammers are faced with premium quality felt, securely bonded and T-fastened to hardwood heads and shanks. NEW for C Series (incl. A1)! Barrel-shaped treble hammer shanks, similar to those of the concert grand, improve dynamic and tonal response.

KEYBOARD

Matched key sets are cut from solid blocks of clear spruce, fitted with durable hardwood key buttons, and individually weighted, balanced and laser-leveled for uniform travel and response. White keys are surfaced with Ivorite® , a synthetic material that reproduces the tactile characteristics of natural ivory, or with a white acrylic resin. Black key tops are made from a special wood composite, or a black phenolic resin—except for the CFIIIS concert grand, which uses ebony. Anti-warp keyframe construction guards against climate-induced changes, ensuring stable, trouble-free keyboard performance and extended longevity.

ACTION

Yamaha piano actions are famed for their responsive sensitivity, rapid repetition and uniform feel, as well as for their reliable performance over time. Action components are manufactured to precise specifications—some to tolerances as low as 0.05 mm—to ensure that these complex mechanisms operate smoothly and dependably. Extruded aluminum action rails, a patented Yamaha development, are impervious to heat and humidity changes, permitting stable, long-lasting regulation. NEW for C Series (incl. A1)! Precise note-by-note strike point alignment produces crisper, clearer tones. NEW for C Series (incl. A1)! Heightened precision in damper installation offers superior pedaling and expressive control. NEW for CFIIIS! Balanced hammer/action interaction provides superior repetition. NEW for CFIIIS! Slide guide refinements improve shift pedal performance

CABINETRY

All woodwork and fittings are skillfully crafted and finished to the standards of the finest furniture. A durable, resin-sealed polyester finish on solid color and high gloss models protects the wood against aging, humidity and accidental damage. A soft-close damping mechanism keeps the fallboard from dropping abruptly onto the keyboard or players' fingers. (all models except GA1, GP1 and GH1B) Multi-position music desks and lid props enhance comfort, convenience and control over sound projection; all models except GA1, GP1, GH1B and A1 are also equipped with lid and fallboard locks. Pedals and casters are machined from solid brass, for lasting beauty and durability. NEW for C Series (incl. A1), S Series and CFIIIS! New lid prop safety stop guards against incorrect, insecure prop positioning. NEW for A1! C Series-style music desk provides added space and convenience. NEW for S Series! Heavy-duty double casters, like those of the concert grand, offer improved mobility. NEW for CFIIIS! Additional seasoning after the final coat enhances finish quality. NEW for CFIIIS! Sideboard logo and new satin plate finish offer a more elegant appearance.

PREPARATION

Extensive preparatory, 'playing-in,' inspection and adjustment procedures—tuning, voicing and regulation—assure that each Yamaha grand piano is well stabilized and impeccably conditioned. Components and completed instruments are seasoned to the climatic conditions typical of their destination. NEW for C Series (incl. A1)! Model-specific production enables more-focused tuning, voicing and regulation, for optimal long-term performance.

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.