Yamaha Cable-Nelson CN116 Review
A couple of months back, Yamaha relaunched the Cable-Nelson brand – which it acquired through its purchase of Everett Piano and Cable-Nelson in 1973 – at Winter NAMM 2006, with its offering of the Cable-Nelson CN116.
We recently had the opportunity to take a look at it, and based on looks alone, it certainly seemed to merit Yamaha’s claim that it would be an entry-level to Yamaha’s world-famous quality. For starters, the CN116 is a 46″ upright piano, finished in a polyester ebony, with a conventional, or rather, traditional cabinet with toe block and square legs.
Like most Yamaha pianos, the CN116 comes with a comfortable keyboard, which brings with it great feel and touch. Sound-wise, it’s excellent for an upright – rich, yet crisp and clear. However, do not expect similar volume levels with Yamaha baby grands as the CN116 is an entry-level Yamaha after all.
The Cable-Nelson CN116 will come with the same 10-year warranty as other Yamaha brands, and will be constructed to traditional Yamaha standards by Yamaha workers at Yamaha factories (in China, of course).
While we do not have any definite pricing to review, the CN116 should be priced reasonably, as befitting its entry-level status. However, a Yamaha is a Yamaha, so you’re not going to be getting a bargain-basement price for this upright piano.
So, if space is at a premium, and you’re looking for a quality piano at a reasonable price, the Yamaha Cable-Nelson CN116 will definitely be a competitive choice.