Yamaha U3H Upright piano

Title: 1979 Yamaha U3H Professional 52" Upright Piano - Polished Ebony (Made in Japan) 🚨 IMPORTANT REMOVAL NOTICE (READ BEFORE BIDDING): This piano weighs approximately 517 lbs. The winning bidder is 100% responsible for all labor, equipment, and transportation required for safe removal. Due to safety and liability constraints, the selling agency cannot assist with lifting, moving, or loading this instrument. We highly recommend hiring professional, insured piano movers. Bidders who arrive without the proper equipment or vehicle will be turned away. 1. Asset Overview & Specifications Manufacturer: Yamaha (Made in Hamamatsu, Japan) Model: U3H Professional Upright Serial Number: 2935639 (Manufactured in 1979) Cabinet Finish: Polished Ebony (High-Gloss Black) Keyboard: Full-size, 88 standard acoustic keys Dimensions: Height: 52" | Width: 60" | Depth: 26" Weight: ~517 lbs (approx. 235 kg) Inspection: Highly Recommended. Viewing is by appointment only. To schedule, contact Lisa Norman at 940-676-8800. 2. Condition & Features The Yamaha U.S. and Japanese-built U3 series is the gold standard for schools, universities, and professional studios. Standing at 52" tall, it is Yamaha's flagship professional upright. Its height allows for longer bass strings and a massive spruce soundboard, delivering a richer, more powerful grand-like tone that far exceeds standard 45" studio pianos (like the P22). Visual Condition: Cabinet shows normal wear and tear. Mechanical & Playability: All keys are untested. The piano is currently playable. Tuning: Last tuned Unknown . Please note: Pianos almost always require professional tuning after being moved due to changes in humidity, temperature, and physical shifting. 3. Load-Out Location & Convenience Moving this piano is highly convenient compared to standard residential moves! Ground-Level Load-Out: The instrument is located in a ground-level storeroom with NO interior stairs or tight corners to navigate. Lift-Gate Friendly: Bidders should note there is a standard curbed landing immediately in front of the building's double exit doors. A standard box truck or commercial vehicle equipped with a hydraulic lift gate can back up cleanly to this curbed landing, allowing you to roll the piano on a dolly directly out of the building and straight onto the lift gate. 4. Buyer Requirements & Base Access Instructions 📍 MILITARY BASE ACCESS REQUIRED: This asset is located inside a working Air Force Base Youth Center. Bidders must be able to legally enter a military installation. Base Pass Requirements: The winning bidder (and any hired movers) must possess a valid "REAL" U.S. Driver's License, current vehicle registration, and proof of insurance to obtain a visitor pass at the visitor control center. Background Checks: Anyone entering the installation may be subject to a standard background check. The selling agency is not responsible for buyers who are denied base access. ⏰ STRICT 24-HOUR ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS: Absolutely no walk-ins are permitted. An inspection or removal appointment MUST be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance by calling 940-676-8800. Available Hours: Inspection and Removal appointments are strictly limited to Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM to avoid disrupting youth center activities. All assets must be removed within 10 business days of the auction's close. Property Protections: The buyer is responsible for any damage caused to the youth center’s floors, door frames, or walls during the extraction process. Bidders must bring their own heavy-duty dollies and straps.