Yamaha G5 Grand Piano - Reconditioned - Made in Japan (1981/1982)

£12,995.00

This beautifully reconditioned Yamaha G5 grand piano, made in Japan in 1981, is an exceptional example of Yamaha’s celebrated piano craftsmanship, offering a powerful, resonant tone, responsive touch, elegant presentation, and outstanding long-term reliability. For anyone looking for a used Yamaha G5 grand piano for sale in the UK, this instrument represents a superb opportunity to own a larger Japanese-built Yamaha grand piano with impressive musical depth and presence.

The Yamaha G5 is one of the most respected models in Yamaha’s traditional grand piano range. At approximately 6’6” to 6’7” in length, the G5 offers a significant step up in tonal power, bass resonance, projection, and dynamic range when compared with smaller grand pianos. Its generous size makes it especially suitable for serious pianists, advanced students, music teachers, studios, schools, churches, rehearsal rooms, and smaller performance spaces where a full-bodied grand piano sound is required.

Built in Japan, this Yamaha G5 grand piano comes from a period widely admired for Yamaha’s excellent manufacturing consistency, precision engineering, and durable construction. Japanese Yamaha grand pianos from the late 1970s and early 1980s continue to be highly sought after in the second-hand piano market, thanks to their robust build quality, reliable action, strong musical character, and excellent long-term value. For buyers searching for a reconditioned Yamaha grand piano made in Japan, this 1981 Yamaha G5 is a particularly desirable choice.

This piano has been professionally reconditioned and carefully prepared to offer the tone, touch, and visual appearance expected from a high-quality Yamaha grand piano. The preparation process helps ensure that the instrument performs with clarity, consistency, and confidence, allowing the pianist to enjoy the responsive control and expressive range for which Yamaha grand pianos are so well known. Presented to a very high standard, this reconditioned Yamaha G5 offers the appeal of a premium instrument with the reassurance of careful professional preparation.

One of the defining qualities of the Yamaha G5 grand piano is its impressive tonal authority. The larger cabinet and longer bass strings allow for a deep, rich, and resonant bass, a warm and expressive midrange, and a clear, singing treble. This gives the piano a powerful and well-balanced voice, making it suitable for a wide range of musical styles including classical repertoire, jazz, contemporary music, accompaniment, advanced technical study, teaching, and performance.

The Yamaha G5 is particularly appealing to pianists who want the musical benefits of a larger grand piano without moving into the size and cost of a full concert grand. Its sound has excellent projection and depth, yet remains controlled, refined, and versatile. Whether used in a private home, professional teaching studio, school, church, or recital setting, this piano offers the musical presence and expressive range needed for confident and rewarding playing.

Yamaha’s grand piano action is especially admired for its precision, evenness, and reliability, and this used Yamaha G5 grand piano offers a touch that is responsive, balanced, and expressive. The action gives the pianist the ability to control subtle dynamic changes, shape phrasing naturally, and play with confidence across the full keyboard. From delicate quiet passages to bold, powerful playing, the Yamaha G5 provides the consistency and control expected from a high-quality Japanese grand piano.

For customers looking for a premium second-hand Yamaha grand piano, the G5 is a highly attractive choice. Its combination of size, tone, build quality, and long-standing Yamaha reputation makes it a rewarding instrument for serious musical use. Choosing a reconditioned Yamaha G5 allows buyers to enjoy the depth and authority of a larger Japanese-built grand piano at a significantly lower cost than purchasing a new equivalent instrument.

This Yamaha G5 made in Japan is also a visually impressive piano, with the elegant proportions and commanding presence expected from a larger grand. It creates a strong focal point in any suitable room, offering both musical excellence and visual prestige. Its size makes it particularly well suited to elegant homes, teaching environments, music rooms, studios, churches, and performance spaces where both appearance and sound quality matter.

This 1981 Yamaha G5 grand piano for sale is therefore an excellent opportunity to acquire a reconditioned Japanese Yamaha grand piano with superb tonal character, responsive touch, and elegant presentation. With its powerful bass, rich resonance, refined action, generous size, and trusted Yamaha build quality, it offers exactly the kind of musical depth, reliability, and visual impact that many buyers hope to find in a premium used grand piano.

Ideal for: Serious students, advanced pianists, professional teachers, studios, schools, churches, recital rooms, performance spaces, and elegant homes

Thompson Pianos price of £12,995.00 includes a 5-year warranty with the option of extending if so required.

Additional warranties vary in price and cost £100 for 1 additional year, £200 for 2 additional years and £250 for 3 additional years. Concert leather stool included.

For more information or advice please contact a member of the Thompson Pianos team on 01905 388039 or email us at info@thompsonpianos.co.uk 

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