Real Clavinova Tone for the Minimalist
Get ready to step up to the Clavinova class's most extolled features — lifelike synthetic-ivory weighted keys and a meticulously sampled acoustic grand. The Yamaha CLP-525's 88-key digital piano is perfect for the minimalist. Though spare on extras, its standard features are no less worthy of the Clavinova name. The CLP-525's soul belongs to a 9' Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand, which is showcased beautifully through a 40-watt speaker system hidden inside an all-wood upright cabinet. Onboard practice features include a metronome to build speed and a 2-track recorder to monitor progress with each new piece of music. Includes a matching wood piano bench.
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Part of Yamaha's proud Clavinova heritage
For over 30 years, Yamaha's Clavinova line of digital pianos have put professional sound and playability into the world's most skilled hands. Today's Clavinova CLP-500 range includes instruments in several sizes and price points, each with Yamaha's cutting-edge digital sampling and acoustic keyboard mimicry. These range from the compact, minimalist CLP-525, all the way to the classically designed, highly configurable CLP-585. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer and let us help you find the Yamaha Clavinova that is right for your needs
A Step above the Arius series
Sweetwater pianists hold in high regard last year's Yamaha Arius class of digital pianos. Yet for players who need even greater creative control, the Clavinova CLP-525 offers some distinct advantages. First off, the Clavinova's GH3 (Graded Hammer 3) keys use three sensors to capture the attack of the hammers. This produces a more expressive touch, and when paired with Clavinova's Smooth Release Technology — which allows released keys to linger faintly, like in a real piano — it generates a highly realistic sound. Together these features reinforce the dynamics players have learned from their experience on acoustic pianos. Next is the higher maximum polyphony count, which allows intricate pieces with large strings of sustained pedal tones to ring freely without dropped notes.
GH3 graded keys play more like an acoustic piano
Yamaha's Graded Hammer Action 3 (GH3) keybed feels even better than before, with keys that swing back faster and with better weight to respond to fast arpeggios and dynamic performances. Players who are used to practicing on an acoustic piano will have an easier time transitioning to the CLP-525 action; students will learn better technique to take them to the recital hall and beyond.
Engineered to sound like a 9' CFIIIS concert grand
The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-525's sound engine comes loaded with multiple velocity samples of every key on a world-class Yamaha CFIIIS, to deliver a convincing grand piano tone in the box. This will inspire you and your students to play expressively and dynamically. Stereo speakers with dual 20W amplifiers provide a good sense of sitting down at a real piano to practice.
Which Clavinova is right for you?
Yamaha's Clavinova line offers a digital piano solution for any budget and situation. If you're having a hard time figuring out which Clavinova is right for you, check out our in-depth buying guide, where we outline the differences between the models. And of course, your Sweetwater Sales Engineer is always happy to help you choose!
Yamaha Clavinova CLP-525 Digital Piano Features:
- Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand piano sample
- Graded Hammer 3 (GH3) 88-note keyboard action
- Synthetic ivory and matte black key tops
- Acoustic Optimizer technology
- Smooth Release and Damper Resonance samples
- Traditional upright design with front legs and Yamaha logo
- 5-year parts-and-labor, in-home limited warranty
- Real Grand Expression (RGE) sound engine; 256-note polyphony; dual-layer capability
- Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC); DSP Smooth Release
- Onboard reverb effects (four types)
- Onboard song recorder; 50 preset songs
- Soft, sostenuto, and damper pedals; half-damper effect
- USB MIDI for connection to your computer
- Metronome; dual headphone outs
- Expand your musical horizons with Yamaha apps for iPad, iPhone or iPod touch
- Includes matching wood bench and music rest
