Just LOVE my U3. I'm a beginner, and have had digital pianos and a Yamaha U1. The U3 is just EXTRAORDINARY. Mine is a few years old, but it I had it to do over again I would buy a refurbished U3 that was built within the last 40 years. They are rebuilt like new, and I've seen them for $6k ($15k+ new). Jason's Music Service, Brigham Larson, Rick Jones Pianos and Rimmers Music seem to sell a lot of them. I visited Jason's Music Service in MD and witnessed the technical expertise the shop uses to refurbish the pianos. Happy playing!!!