Yamaha
Piano’s Maene has been an official Yamaha dealer since 1972 and is one of the largest distributors in Europe. With us, you’ll find the complete range of Yamaha pianos: from traditional upright pianos and grand pianos to innovative digital models such as Arius, Clavinova, Avant Grand and stage pianos. Thanks to our large stock, most instruments are ready to try out and available for fast delivery. In all our stores, experienced pianists and specialists are ready to advise you. Discover for yourself the Yamaha quality that is cherished worldwide by both beginners and professional pianists.
Yamaha Pianos Through Time: From 1900 to Today
The story of Yamaha pianos began in 1900, when Torakusu Yamaha built his very first piano in Japan. He didn’t just want to make an instrument — he aimed to create a piano that excelled both musically and technically. Yamaha quickly became Japan’s first piano manufacturer. In the years that followed, the brand refined its craftsmanship and introduced modern production techniques.
In the 1950s, Yamaha began its international expansion, quickly gaining attention in Europe and the United States. The legendary U1 and U3 upright pianos became the standard for teachers and music schools worldwide. Yamaha’s grand pianos from the C series, such as the C3X, also found their place on concert stages.
In 1983, Yamaha amazed the world with the Clavinova — a digital piano that, for the first time, truly felt like an acoustic instrument. This marked the beginning of a digital revolution in the piano world. Yamaha continued to innovate with Silent Piano (acoustic play with headphones), TransAcoustic (a blend of acoustic and digital), and the hybrid AvantGrand featuring real grand piano mechanics.
To this day, Yamaha continues to innovate, offering models that meet the needs of modern musicians and families alike. From compact digital pianos for the living room to high-end concert grands on international stages, Yamaha combines Japanese precision with musical passion and technological innovation.
With over 6 million pianos produced, Yamaha is one of the largest piano brands in the world. And after more than a century, its story still resonates just as powerfully.
