YAMAHA Upright Piano E-501 with Electric Function, Purchased in 1977

Manufacturer: YAMAHA
Model: E-501
Year of Purchase: 1977
Year of Manufacture: 1976-1978
Dimensions:
Height: 118cm
Width: 144cm
Depth: 56cm
Weight: Approx. 220kg
Includes original matching bench

*Note: While other sellers mention Harakanda wood as the material, this has not been confirmed by us.*

■Condition
- Has not been tuned for many years.
- On January 15, 2026, a tuner confirmed:
The pitch is generally off. Tuning is possible, but it may be expensive, so we decided not to proceed with tuning.

- Mute/Volume Function
This model is equipped with an electric function with built-in speakers at the base.
It powers on, but there is a wiring issue as the volume cannot be adjusted.
The normal acoustic sound is produced.

There are minor scratches from normal use. No damage that affects playability.

■Shipping
Shipping will be arranged by a specialized piano moving company, with charges payable by the buyer upon delivery.
Please arrange for a shipping quote from the moving company before purchasing, as the cost will vary depending on the delivery conditions. The pickup location is Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture, 1st floor of a detached house.
*Example Piano Moving Companies: Ikeda Piano Transport, Moving S, Piano Transport, etc.
*Delivery date will be scheduled through discussion via the transaction message after purchase.

Details such as address and contact information will be exchanged via the transaction message after purchase.

■Moving Environment (Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture / Standard detached house moving environment)
- 1st floor of a detached house
- 2-lane road in front of the house, with long-term parking available for a 1.5-ton truck
- 4-5 outdoor steps
- Entrance gate width: Approx. 140cm
- Narrowest point of the path from the gate to the entrance: Approx. 80cm
- Entrance door opening: Approx. 75cm

■Important Notes
- Sold as-is (used condition).
- Cancellations due to inability to move the piano into the location will not be accepted, so please confirm the environment beforehand.

According to the tuner who inspected the piano in January 2026, This type of upright piano with an electric function is very rare, and in my many years of experience, I have hardly ever seen one in a private home. The structure differs from standard upright pianos in certain aspects, making it an interesting model for tuners' research and study.