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Apollo Upright Piano A8 – Black (Recondition)

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Apollo Upright Piano A8 – Black (Recondition)Apollo Upright Piano A8 Black (Recondition) Made in Japan Serial No. 89795 The Apollo A8 is one of the most respected upright pianos produced by Toyo Piano Manufacturing Co., Ltd. in Japan. Designed as a premium professional upright, the A8 was among the largest and most advanced models in the Apollo lineup, offering exceptional tonal depth, responsive touch, and long term reliability. Built with high quality imported components, including German

Apollo Upright Piano A8 – Black (Recondition)

Made in Japan | Serial No. 89795

The Apollo A8 is one of the most respected upright pianos produced by Toyo Piano Manufacturing Co., Ltd. in Japan. Designed as a premium professional upright, the A8 was among the largest and most advanced models in the Apollo lineup, offering exceptional tonal depth, responsive touch, and long-term reliability.

Built with high-quality imported components, including German Renner hammer felt, the A8 delivers a rich, warm sound with excellent projection and clarity. Its tall cabinet design allows for longer strings and a larger soundboard, producing a powerful bass response and a singing treble rarely found in standard upright pianos.

Finished in elegant Polished Black, the Apollo A8 combines timeless Japanese craftsmanship with outstanding musical performance, making it an excellent choice for serious students, teachers, music schools, studios, and home pianists.

Key Features

  • Made in Japan
  • Apollo A8 Professional Upright Piano
  • Elegant Polished Black Finish
  • 88 Keys
  • 3 Pedals (Soft, Practice/Muffler, Damper)
  • Large Professional Cabinet Design
  • German Renner Hammer Felt Components
  • Solid Spruce Soundboard
  • Responsive Japanese Action
  • Rich Bass and Clear Singing Treble
  • Excellent Touch Sensitivity
  • Suitable for Beginners through Advanced Pianists

Specifications

Specification Details
Brand Apollo
Model A8
Serial Number 89795
Origin Japan
Finish Polished Black
Keys 88
Pedals 3
Height 132 cm
Width 154 cm
Depth 65 cm
Weight Approx. 260 kg
Soundboard Solid Spruce
Hammer Felt German Renner Felt
Cabinet Style Professional Upright

Sound Character

The Apollo A8 is known for its warm, resonant bass, clear middle register, and bright singing treble. The larger cabinet and premium internal components allow the piano to produce a powerful and balanced tone suitable for classical, jazz, and contemporary music. Many technicians consider the A8 one of Apollo's finest upright piano designs.

Why Choose the Apollo A8?

  • Larger cabinet for greater tonal depth
  • Japanese craftsmanship and reliability
  • Premium imported materials
  • Responsive touch for advanced repertoire
  • Excellent value compared to similar Yamaha and Kawai uprights
  • Ideal for homes, teaching studios, schools, and performance spaces

Perfect For

  • Piano Students
  • Music Teachers
  • Piano Academies
  • Recording Studios
  • Churches
  • Professional Practice Rooms
  • Luxury Homes

About Apollo Pianos

Apollo pianos are manufactured by Toyo Piano Manufacturing in Hamamatsu, Japan, one of Japan's historic piano-making regions. The brand has earned a strong reputation throughout Asia for producing instruments with excellent tonal quality, durable construction, and outstanding value.

Included with Purchase

  • Matching Piano Bench
  • Complimentary First Tuning
  • Professional Delivery & Installation
  • Warranty Coverage
  • After-Sales Technical Support

    Additional note: Serial number 89795 most likely places this piano in the late 1970s era, which is generally regarded as a strong production period for Apollo uprights. The A8 was one of the flagship upright models with a full-height 132 cm cabinet and premium components.

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