Which Used Yamaha Grand Piano Is Right for You? Comparing G-2, G-3, G-5, C3, C5 and C7

 
 
PIANO KNOWLEDGE • PNO-026

Which Used Yamaha Grand Piano Is Right for You? Comparing the G-2, G-3, G-5, C3, C5 and C7

Choosing a used Yamaha Grand Piano should not begin with asking which model is the largest or most expensive. A better starting point is your budget, available space, and intended use. From there, you can narrow down the G-2, G-3, G-5, C3, C5 or C7 to the model that suits you best.

QUICK ANSWER

Which used Yamaha Grand Piano is the best choice?

The best model is the one that fits your budget, the room, and the way you plan to use the piano , whether at home, in a studio, school, practice room, or event venue. You can narrow down the right piano in four simple steps below.

HOW TO CHOOSE

Choose Your Grand Piano in 4 Steps

01
Set Your Budget
Start with a realistic price range
02
See Which Pianos Fit the Budget
Compare only realistic options
03
Remove Models That Do Not Fit the Space
Check the room and moving route
04
Choose from the Remaining Options
Compare tone, touch and piano details
01
 

Start with Your Budget

Budget is the most important starting point because it keeps the comparison focused on realistic choices. Once your budget is set, compare the pianos available within that range rather than jumping between models that are far above your actual spending range.

For Churairat Music's reconditioned Yamaha Grand Pianos, every piano is prepared according to the Churairat Recondition Standard before being offered for sale. The price of each piano therefore reflects its model, size, specifications, and actual condition after evaluation and reconditioning.

Used Yamaha Grand Pianos in different sizes for comparing G-2 G-3 G-5 C3 C5 and C7 models
 
STEP 02 • BUDGET

Which Models Are Available in Each Budget?

Reference prices: July 2026
300–400
BUDGET
Around THB 300,000–400,000
G-2 • G-3 • G-5
Start with the size that suits the room. There is no need to choose the largest piano available within the budget.
500–700
BUDGET
Around THB 500,000–700,000
G-3 • G-5 • C3 • C5
This range includes medium-size grands up to around 200 cm, so the available space becomes increasingly important.
800+
BUDGET
THB 800,000 and Above
C7
Suitable for spaces that can accommodate a Grand Piano of approximately 227 cm and where greater power and tonal dimension are desired.
MODEL GUIDE

Used Yamaha Grand Piano Price Guide

Reference: July 2026
G-2 2 Pedals
Approx. 173 cm
THB 295,000
G-3 2 Pedals
Approx. 183–186 cm
THB 325,000–395,000
G-3 3 Pedals
Approx. 183–186 cm
THB 495,000
G-5 2 Pedals
Approx. 200 cm
THB 395,000
G-5 3 Pedals
Approx. 200 cm
THB 595,000–675,000
C-3 3 Pedals
Approx. 186 cm
THB 650,000–695,000
C-5 3 Pedals
Approx. 200 cm
THB 750,000
C-7 3 Pedals
Approx. 227 cm
THB 850,000–875,000

* Prices are reference figures as of July 2026. Actual prices and availability may vary depending on the exact model, finish, condition, and individual piano.

STEP 03

Remove Pianos That Do Not Suit the Space

Once you have a list of pianos within your budget, use the room size as the next filter. A longer Grand Piano has longer strings and a larger soundboard area, which can provide greater power and tonal dimension.

However, this does not mean that the largest piano is always the best choice. The size of the Grand Piano still needs to suit the actual room where it will be used.

Large Room, Small Grand
The sound may feel too light if the piano is placed in a very large or open space.
Small Room, Large Grand
The piano may be too powerful for the room and may create more reflected sound.
Grand Piano in a home interior showing how to choose a piano size that suits the available room

Do Not Check Only the Space Where the Piano Will Sit

The moving route also needs to be checked, including doors, hallways, lifts, stairs and turning points. If the route cannot accommodate the piano, that model should be removed from the shortlist.

Piano size Bench space Walkway Doorways Lift Stairs Turning points
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Choose from the Remaining Options

After removing pianos that are over budget, too large or too small for the room, unsuitable in sound for the space, or impossible to move into the location, you will be left with the realistic options for your situation.

From there, compare the player's preferences, the individual piano's details, and the intended use before making the final choice.

 
DECISION FLOW

The Simplest Way to Decide

Budget Room Size Moving Route Try the Piano

Do not begin by asking, “Which model is the best?” Instead ask, “Which model is the best fit for my budget and space?”

Trying a used Yamaha Grand Piano in person before choosing the most suitable model
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

Which used Yamaha Grand Piano is the best choice?

The best model is the one that fits your budget and is suitable for the room and intended use.

Q

If my budget allows it, should I choose the largest model?

If you have enough space and budget, a larger Grand Piano can provide greater power and tonal dimension. However, if the room cannot properly accommodate it, a smaller model may be the more appropriate choice.

Q

G-3 or C3: which one is better?

If your budget reaches the C-3, it is the more attractive option because it comes from the newer generation of Yamaha Grand Piano design. If you want to save budget, the G-3 remains a practical and capable choice.

Q

Do Churairat Music Grand Pianos come with a buy-back guarantee?

Yes. Churairat Music offers a Churairat Lifetime Buy Back Guarantee subject to company terms and an evaluation based on the condition of the piano and market conditions at the time of assessment.

 
SUMMARY

The Best Grand Piano Does Not Have to Be the Largest

Choosing the right used Yamaha Grand Piano starts with 1) setting your budget, 2) identifying the pianos within that budget, 3) removing options that do not suit the space, and 4) choosing from the remaining models. A longer piano can provide more power and tonal dimension, but the most suitable piano is the one that fits your budget, your room, and the way you intend to use it.

 
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