Yamaha Clavinova Lineup – Short comparison between the different models in the Yamaha CLP Clavinova Series

The CLP7-35 is a step up from the CLP-725, featuring a more advanced speaker system and a more stylish cabinet. It also has a more powerful sound engine with 38 voices and features Yamaha’s Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) technology. The CLP-735 also has a built-in 16-track recorder and USB audio recording and playback. Small details make all the difference. In our experience, many piano players appreciate the more robust speakers compared to the 725 as the piano samples sound more full and realistic. The CLP-735 is available in Black, Dark Walnut, Rosewood, Polished Ebony, and White.

The CLP-745 is a further upgrade from the CLP-735, featuring an upgraded keyboard action called the GrandTouch-S. It has the same sound engine with 38 voices, including Yamaha’s flagship CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial grand pianos, as well as a range of other voices. The CLP-745 also has a built-in 16-track recorder, Bluetooth connectivity, USB audio recording, and playback, and a sleek, modern design. Once again, the speakers are upgraded on the 745 compared to the 735. If you are an experienced piano player, you will appreciate the nuanced differences in the action and the full tone provided by the upgraded speakers. The CLP-745 is available in Black, Dark Walnut, Rosewood, Polished Ebony, and White.

The CLP-765GP is a more advanced model, with a GrandTouch-S keyboard that is designed to replicate the feel of a grand piano. It also features Yamaha’s new Grand Expression Modeling technology, which allows for more nuanced and expressive playing. The sound engine has 38 voices, including the CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial grand pianos, and a range of other voices. The CLP-765 also has a built-in 16-track recorder, Bluetooth connectivity, USB audio recording and playback, and a more advanced control panel. This is Yamaha’s most entry-level digital piano that is in a baby grand piano cabinet. If you are looking for a quality digital piano, with great speakers, and a stylish baby grand piano cabinet, this piano could be perfect for you! The CLP-765GP is available in Polished Ebony, and Polished White.

The CLP-775 is similar to the CLP-745 but features a larger, more powerful speaker system providing yet again, more nuanced, full, and detailed piano samples for your enjoyment. The key length is also longer on the CLP-775 compared to the CLP-745 giving you a more nuanced and detailed feel to the action. The CLP-775 also has a built-in 16-track recorder, Bluetooth connectivity, USB audio recording and playback, and a more advanced control panel. The cabinet is also slightly different from the CLP-745. Both models look very stylish and fit modern décor wonderfully. The CLP-775 is available in Black, Dark Walnut, Polished Ebony, and White.

The CLP-785 is a top-of-the-line upright Clavinova model with a GrandTouch keyboard and Yamaha’s Grand Expression Modeling technology. The action has counterbalance weights and a more nuanced escapement compared to the CLP-775 giving this piano the best feeling action of the CLP Clavinova Upright models. It has a large sound engine with 537 voices giving you many creative possibilities to work with! The CLP-785 also has a range of additional features, including a built-in rhythm section with accompaniment styles, and advanced connectivity options. This Clavinova model deserves its title of the “performing Clavinova.” The CLP-785 is available in Black, Polished Ebony, and Polished White.