<![CDATA[Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5]]>Hi,


Anyone knows the different between Kawaii K8 and Yamaha YUS5? Both are upright grand.

I'm looking for a new piano for my dd who is taking grade 8 next year. Her teacher suggested YUS5 as my gal will be taking the diploma after her grade 8, she said something about the padel for diploma course :? .

YUS5 is selling at S$12300 after discount, and K8 is at $13100 after discount.

Any information will be much appreciated.

Thank you.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/6856/kawaii-k8-vs-yamaha-yus5RSS for NodeFri, 01 May 2026 09:22:23 GMTFri, 20 Nov 2009 00:36:38 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:27 GMT]]>OK thank you so much for the advise. I now know what I should do.


Thanks again.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/222014https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/222014Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:06:56 GMT]]>

verykiasu2010:

market wisdom is that exam model is of more value as the kids will be using it for learning towards exam too - that helps in the exam preparation process .... some kids could not get used to exam piano because of not the same height as the one used all the years at home
This is quite true. For exam model, that \"thing\" where you place your scores, is taller than non-exam model. The eye level is different and need a little time to adjust. Its not really a big problem but just some time to get use. 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221554https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221554Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:06:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:02:57 GMT]]>Hi georgewong22, just to share what I have gone through. My dd started at age 5. At that time, I bought a new Yamaha, but low range, made in Japan, cost about $4.5K. This piano stayed with us for about 8 years. With regular maintenance (always on the heater and tunning), the piano was still reasonably good after 8 years. Last year, when there was a need to change to a better piano, I sold off this piano myself at about $2K (cannot rem the exact figure). Then after comparing Kawaii K8 and Yamaha YUS5, dd decided Kawai K8. At her stage, she was able to judge the touch and sound of the piano and since she preferred Kawaii K8, we got it. Me and hubby also felt that Kawaii sound was more mallow and stable than Yamaha YUS5. (It depends on individual hearing preference.) We strongly think that this piano is going to stay with her forever, there is no need to change anymore.


Hope the above is useful to your decision making. :celebrate:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221550https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221550Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:02:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 21 Jul 2010 01:07:53 GMT]]>You have to listen to the sounds, look inside at the interior before you make final decision. On paper things may seem very easy, but what’s important also is if the piano has received regular maintenance and care, or if some recon work has been done.


It’s really not easy to come to a decision. that’s why at end of the day, hubby & I just threw up our hands and went to the nearest shop to get a 2nd hand model. For your reference, we ended up with an old U3 at 4K - also comes with warranty (in this case I made sure the guy included labour, parts and transport in his warranty card).

More established places may not include labour/transport in their warranty, so scrutinize this if it’s important to you.

Good luck in your hunting.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221500https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221500Wed, 21 Jul 2010 01:07:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:39:35 GMT]]>

georgewong22:
hi verykiasu, one last thought, if a 2nd hand 15 year old examination model cost $3.5K and a new Yamaha shorter models cost $3.5K with warranty, is it still better to buy a 2nd hand examination model?


thanks.
read somewhere about the mileage of the piano

where does the exam model come from ? \"retired\" from a music school ? if so then the mileage could be high, or well trashed by the students ??!!

market wisdom is that exam model is of more value as the kids will be using it for learning towards exam too - that helps in the exam preparation process .... some kids could not get used to exam piano because of not the same height as the one used all the years at home

look for newer 2nd hand exam model ?

the choice is yours, and i am no piano expert....

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221483https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221483Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:39:35 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:20:16 GMT]]>hi verykiasu, one last thought, if a 2nd hand 15 year old examination model cost $3.5K and a new Yamaha shorter models cost $3.5K with warranty, is it still better to buy a 2nd hand examination model?


thanks.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221466https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221466Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:20:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:54:46 GMT]]>

georgewong22:
verykiasu, thanks so much for the advise and the referral. I will be dropping by the store this week and heed your advise.


It does make sense afterall. Will let you know what they have and if you do not mind, I may have to seek your advise again.

Thanks again and best regards.
we are being kiasu, and you do not have to take every word I said, hope you have had some thought about it, not so much as advice, just kaypoh lah....anyway, all the best to your piano hunting, and save some money 🙂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221437https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221437Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:54:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:14:24 GMT]]>verykiasu, thanks so much for the advise and the referral. I will be dropping by the store this week and heed your advise.


It does make sense afterall. Will let you know what they have and if you do not mind, I may have to seek your advise again.

Thanks again and best regards.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221424https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/221424Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:14:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Sat, 17 Jul 2010 04:05:38 GMT]]>

dasalo:
J_C_M_L:

I was promoted to buy a Yamaha GUS5 (whopping $12,500, didn't know piano can be pretty ex.) as it can be used from beginner to diploma (claimed to be very cost effective). After I've bought it, only later to realise that the problem lies with the Jap teacher as her accent was too difficult for my boy to understand.


God bless!

Wow! I must say you are very generous and brave for this investment.

IMO, 3.5 yrs is too young to know if he sustain his interest, nevertheless, press on and make your investment worth. 😄

Hi, Dasalo.

Frankly speaking, i know nuts about piano. In fact it was my boy who told me that he wanted to learn to play after he heard the Mozart Turkish March. Didn't know the cost till the recommendation from the salesperson. Sigh.... Gotta ensure that his interest can continue......

God Bless!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/219651https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/219651Sat, 17 Jul 2010 04:05:38 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Thu, 15 Jul 2010 07:31:07 GMT]]>

J_C_M_L:
I was promoted to buy a Yamaha GUS5 (whopping $12,500, didn't know piano can be pretty ex.) as it can be used from beginner to diploma (claimed to be very cost effective). After I've bought it, only later to realise that the problem lies with the Jap teacher as her accent was too difficult for my boy to understand.


God bless!
Wow! I must say you are very generous and brave for this investment.

IMO, 3.5 yrs is too young to know if he sustain his interest, nevertheless, press on and make your investment worth. 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/218328https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/218328Thu, 15 Jul 2010 07:31:07 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Thu, 15 Jul 2010 06:21:53 GMT]]>

jce:
I personally don't think it's worth the money and a waste of space to buy a baby grand - an upright grand is just as good. So if money (and space) is no matter, then buy a proper grand otherwise an upright grand will serve the purpose too.


JCML, I think you shouldn't get a teacher to go to your place if your child tends to be distracted and get overly comfortable at home. Go to the teacher's place. And I agree, a certain chemistry is needed btw the teacher and the child, and teaching little children does require a certain skill.
Hi, jce. Thank you for your advice.

God Bless.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/218267https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/218267Thu, 15 Jul 2010 06:21:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:51:42 GMT]]>I personally don’t think it’s worth the money and a waste of space to buy a baby grand - an upright grand is just as good. So if money (and space) is no matter, then buy a proper grand otherwise an upright grand will serve the purpose too.


JCML, I think you shouldn’t get a teacher to go to your place if your child tends to be distracted and get overly comfortable at home. Go to the teacher’s place. And I agree, a certain chemistry is needed btw the teacher and the child, and teaching little children does require a certain skill.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217627https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217627Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:51:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 14 Jul 2010 05:48:41 GMT]]>Hi, Guys. I’m new to this forum and would like to find out more about piano learning.


Few months ago, I’ve registered my 3.5 yrs old son to learn piano at M (a music school at Novena Square) and was allocated a Jap lady to teach him. But after several lessons, my boy seem to be learning nothing and I had a discussion with the teacher to find out the problem and on how to improve his playing.

I was told that most likely he’s lack of practicing at home and suggested to purchase a upright piano from Yamaha. Upon contacting a sale person from Plaza Sing, I was promoted to buy a Yamaha GUS5 (whopping $12,500, didn’t know piano can be pretty ex.) as it can be used from beginner to diploma (claimed to be very cost effective). After I’ve bought it, only later to realise that the problem lies with the Jap teacher as her accent was too difficult for my boy to understand.

Thus, inorder to salvage the piano learning route for my boy, I thought of withdrawing him from the school and have a home piano tutor to teach him. Will it be a good decision? (my worries are kids tends to slack and run about at home, any parent with similar past experience?)

Does anyone has a good home tutor (venue at Barker Road) to recommend for my little boy? (I strongly believe that a special chemistry must be required inorder to be able to interact with little children).

God bless!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217588https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217588Wed, 14 Jul 2010 05:48:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:00:39 GMT]]>

georgewong22:
Thanks for the advise.


Any idea where I could get a good 2nd hand piano? Should I still be concerned about make and model or any 2nd hand piano in good condition would do?

Best regards.
Even for second hand piano, should buy the good branded one like Yamaha or Kawai - which will be easier to resell. Just like a second hand car - people don't mind a second hand Camry but may not be keen on a second hand Picanto

Second hand piano and 3rd hand are similarly priced

http://www.renner.com.sg/usedpiano.html

just an example above, google around and be patient

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217351https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217351Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:00:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:28:27 GMT]]>Thanks for the advise.


Any idea where I could get a good 2nd hand piano? Should I still be concerned about make and model or any 2nd hand piano in good condition would do?

Best regards.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217327https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/217327Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:28:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:08:28 GMT]]>

georgewong22:
Hi there, I need help. I am clueless about pianos. My 6yo daughter wishes to learn the piano. Her teacher suggested she buys the Bohemia 121. Many on forums I have read, seem to swear by either Yamaha or Kawai. What do you think is a better piano K3 ($7,790) or U1 ($8,600). Is having the silent piano option recommendable K3 ($10,490) or U1 ($9,800).


I hope someone could held shed some light.

Thank you.
what happen if the kid loses interest in the piano after a few years ? sell at huge loss ?

my idea is get a good second hand one and if the child progresses well and is going to require a good piano for the long term, then trade in the second hand one for a new U3 or a grand or whatever....that would be a worthwhile investment

not to pour cold water but have seen many parents spending upward of S$10k on a piano only to sell it off a few years later at less than 50% because the child lost interest after entering school or other distractions from secondary school.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/216740https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/216740Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:08:28 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:21:34 GMT]]>Hi there, I need help. I am clueless about pianos. My 6yo daughter wishes to learn the piano. Her teacher suggested she buys the Bohemia 121. Many on forums I have read, seem to swear by either Yamaha or Kawai. What do you think is a better piano K3 ($7,790) or U1 ($8,600). Is having the silent piano option recommendable K3 ($10,490) or U1 ($9,800).


I hope someone could held shed some light.

Thank you.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/216705https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/216705Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:21:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Wed, 02 Dec 2009 02:01:18 GMT]]>Thanks tree nymph! We better do, we forgo our year end vacation for this piano... :lol:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/84183https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/84183Wed, 02 Dec 2009 02:01:18 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:44:51 GMT]]>mumwgals,

enjoy the piano!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/84083https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/84083Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:44:51 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:18:20 GMT]]>

daisyt:
hi mumwgals, glad to hear that you have choosen a suitable piano. 😄

Thanks daisyt.

Thank you for sharing the information on the piano and the padel. 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/84072https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/84072Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:18:20 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:09:26 GMT]]>hi mumwgals, glad to hear that you have choosen a suitable piano. 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/83215https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/83215Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:09:26 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Sun, 29 Nov 2009 14:10:43 GMT]]>Hi Sleepy,


Thank you for your sharing. My gal is a privite student.

We have tried both piano over the last 2 days, my gal said she preferred the K8 sound but the feel for the YUS5 is better. She doesn't mind either one. :roll:

We are going to get the YUS5, it fits my budget better. :moneyflies:

Thanks again daisyt, tree nymph and sleepy!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/82752https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/82752Sun, 29 Nov 2009 14:10:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:53:10 GMT]]>

mumwgals:

She is in P4 now, 10yo already. She will only complete her grade 8 next July (hopefully....), so officially she cannot consider a grade 8-der yet....heehee.
Is your dd with Nafa? Or private teacher?

Completing grade 8 at 11yo is a great achievement. Impressive !

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/81694https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/81694Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:53:10 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Kawaii K8 Vs Yamaha YUS5 on Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:43:21 GMT]]>

tree nymph:
I was looking for a piano earlier and I spoke to a few piano teachers. All agreed that the Yamaha has lighter keys and Kawai has heavier keys and that Almost all prefer Kawai to the Yamaha due to the sound. There are 3 senior teachers that I spoke to that swears by Kawai because of its sound and their heavy keys - citing reasons as better training for the hands movement and strength and feel.

Maybe used to be true for older kawai piano models. Seem less obvious now. Hubby tested the new showroom pieces, kawai K3 K5 versus yamaha U1 U3, not much difference.

kawai new models keys are no longer that heavy. Heard from salesman that kawai lost many young learners to yamaha due to its heavier keys, so they actually made it lighter nowsaday.
For yamaha, they know it's a common critism of their light keys so they made it heavier nowsaday. Hence, difference not as substantial as before

Kawai sounds better according to hubby. My dd prefers yamaha keys. She said easier to play. So I guess there's still subtle difference in terms of touch, only young kids can notice. For me, either is fine as long as price tag is fine :lol:

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