Yamaha MC10BL upright piano review and information

The Yamaha MC10BL is a high-quality piano made in Japan that has a slightly lower quality than the world famous U1, but a lower price tag to match.

Pros and cons of the Yamaha MC10BL?

PROS

  • The Yamaha MC10BL is made from the highest quality materials
    and has a sostenuto pedal.
  • At 121cm tall the Yamaha MC10BL is a smaller piano, making it a
    great option for dining rooms or small music rooms.
  • The MC10BL was made in Japan, where all the very best Yamaha
    pianos come from.
  • The MC10BL has a great tone, comparable to the Yamaha U1.

CONS

  • The Yamaha MC10BL isn’t quite as well made as the Yamaha U1.

When was it produced?

The Yamaha MC10BL was made between 1988 and 1994. If you have more accurate dates, please let me know at mgpianos@gmail.com

Where was it made?

The Yamaha MC10BL was produced in Yamaha’s Hamamatsu Factory in Japan. They make all of their greatest pianos here, including the Yamaha CFX concert grand, a piano that sells for around £140k!

Quotes

Don’t just take our word for it…

“MC10 is a Japanese gray market model which succeeded the traditional U1 in the late eighties /early ninties in Japan. It is similar
to the U10BL from Japan but has the split hinged top with the fallboard lock. Both the MC10 and the U10BL though manufactured
in Japan are not the same quality as a U1 structurally.” – source

Videos

Here is a video of a Yamaha MC10BL (not one of ours)

Who should buy them?

The Yamaha MC10BL would suit ambitious students and professional players who don’t have the space for a taller piano.

Will I need to upgrade at some point?

No. This piano will last a lifetime, though you may find yourself wishing for something a bit bigger with longer strings such as the Yamaha U3 or similar.

Dimensions

  • Height: 121cm
  • Width: 150cm * Depth: 60cm

New and used prices.

A professionally refurbished Yamaha MC10BL will cost around £5500.

Alternative models to consider

You may want to consider a Yamaha U1 which is similar but is a slightly higher quality. You may also want to consider something
slightly taller, like the Yamaha U3.

Conclusion

The MC10BL is a great mid-range piano, with a good tone. It will make many a pianist very happy!

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