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As a digital piano specialist, I recently embarked on an exciting journey… to play every model in the Yamaha CLP-700 Series.
This range consists of five remarkable digital pianos: the CLP-725, CLP-735, CLP-745, CLP-775, and the flagship, top-of-the-range CLP-785.
Each model promises an incredible piano-playing experience, but my mission was to uncover what really sets them apart and what truly surprised me during this musical exploration.
The journey began with the entry-level Yamaha CLP-725, and it left me pleasantly surprised.
This model offers a lovely, authentic playing experience with its synthetic ivory and ebony keys, mimicking the texture of a real grand piano.
The sound quality, considering its size, exceeded my expectations.
You certainly won’t need to turn up the volume to full to enjoy it fully in a living room or bedroom.
The CLP-725 bridges the gap between Yamaha’s budget digital piano series, the YDP Arius range, and the CLP-700 series.
While it has a smaller selection of voices and lacks a screen for navigation, it’s a compelling option for beginners and those seeking an affordable yet substantial digital piano.
Moving on to the CLP-735, I instantly felt a distinct upgrade.
Its upright piano cabinet design is not just visually appealing but invites you as the player to notice some welcome additions in the ‘function’ department.
The synthetic ivory and ebony keys make it suitable for both beginners and more advanced pianists but what surprised me most was the ease of navigation, thanks to the handy screen on the left-hand side.
The CLP-735 provides a more extensive range of voices compared to the 725, including a 16-track recorder, a valuable tool for pianists at all levels.
This model definitely offers more in both elegance and functionality.
The CLP745 & above takes the series to the next level, and it’s all about the keys.
In addition to synthetic ivory and ebony keys, this model introduces “wooden keys,” replicating the touch and experience of a traditional acoustic grand piano.
While beginners may not immediately notice the difference, as an experienced player, you understand the significance of not just what the instrument sounds like, but how it feels and responds to your playing too.
The keys feel superb and really allowed me to have precision in the control of my playing, of course enhancing the overall playing experience but also the performance too.
When an instrument feels this good, you do play better!
The penultimate model in the CLP range, the CLP-775, was an absolute joy to play.
Its keyboard feels incredibly close to a real grand piano, and you’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference if you closed your eyes.
The secret lies in the keyboard weighting.
Unlike most digital pianos with gradual key weighting, the 775 takes it one step further; each note is graded (weighted) differently, just like a real piano.
So as I moved up the keyboard, playing higher and lighter in the piece, the key mechanism of the CLP-775 allowed me to explore so much more dynamically because of the way the keys respond to you.
It’s at this point in my exploration that I really noticed the difference between just playing & really feeling the music.
The CLP-785 is the pinnacle of the CLP-700 series.
When I first sat at the piano in all its glory, you’re first taken aback by its super classy, polished ebony & slightly taller cabinet design.
It looks fantastic but does it sound as good as it looks?
The short answer is yes. Yes, it does!
The CLP-785 features Yamaha’s flagship ‘Spruce Cone’ speakers, which surprisingly make a huge difference to the depth & power of the sound, especially in the low frequencies.
I have to admit, I played this one the longest & found myself closing my eyes & getting lost in the playing.
Watch Chris demonstrate the beauty of the Yamaha CLP-785's sound
So, what did I learn?
Before I decided to play every model in the Yamaha CLP-700 range, I already knew that it would deliver.
The CLP range is renowned for its quality & Yamaha have a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional digital pianos, and it’s clear the CLP-700 series lives up to that legacy.
The great thing I’ve learned having explored the whole range is how each model, in its unique way, closely replicates the experience of a real piano, in varying degrees.
Yamaha have carefully designed this series to cater to everyone, from beginners to experienced pianists.
Regardless of your budget, there will be a CLP-700 model that will suit your musical journey.
If you have any questions whatsoever please give us a ring on 01295 266 788 or drop us an email on sales@epianos.co.uk — Our expert team are happy to help!
*Note: I didn’t include the grand piano versions in this blog, the CLP-765 & CLP-795.
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These items are sold on behalf of Yamaha, and are sent to us on a per-order basis, typically within 5-7 working days, unless an ETA is otherwise stated.
We'll contact you the moment your purchase arrives with us to organise delivery, based on your selected option.
Brand new products over 30kg
Example products: Yamaha DGX670, Yamaha P-525, Yamaha YDP-S55, Yamaha Clavinova.
These items must be sent with a heavy-goods courier (typically APC or FedEx). On occasion, depending on which is fastest, we will drop-ship directly from Yamaha to your address via Dachser.
Tracking will be provided by the haulier, with a typical arrival time of 1-2 working days.
*If you have included the optional £180 "Yamaha Premium Service" home delivery & setup option offered on selected products, we will contact you regarding arrangements after purchase.
**The Yamaha CSP Series, Yamaha CVP905 & CVP909, Yamaha CLP875, 885 & 895GP, and Yamaha NU1Xa are all sold on behalf of Yamaha and arrive with us on a per-order basis. As soon as your piano has arrived, we will contact you to organise the appropriate dispatch method. ETA for stock is shown on the product page for those items.
***If you have included the optional £99 home delivery & setup option offered on selected products, we will send your details direct to the installation team, who will contact you within 48 hours to make arrangements.
Used or display products over 30kg
Depending on which option is most appropriate, we will either contact you to discuss a bespoke ePianos delivery surcharge for goods we can’t package for a 3rd party courier, or otherwise dispatch goods via FedEx or APC.
If a courier is used, tracking will be provided by them directly, with a typical arrival time of 1-2 working days.
All products under 30kg
Example products: Yamaha PSR-SX920, Yamaha P-225, Yamaha NP-15.
These items will be sent via courier (typically APC or FedEx). On occasion, depending on which is fastest, we will drop-ship directly from Yamaha to your address via UPS or Parcelforce.
Tracking will be provided by the courier, with a typical arrival time of 1-2 working days.
Smaller items, such as books, discs, etc, will be dispatched via Royal Mail second class.
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If you have selected the option to receive a pre-loaded USB stick, then this will be dispatched via Royal Mail.
Pre-orders
We will contact you regarding any pre-ordered items, and let you know when they arrive so as to arrange delivery with you at a convenient time.
We offer interest-free and interest-bearing finance options on selected products.
Finance options for new products
2–5 years interest-bearing finance at 19.9% APR (minimum 10% deposit).
A minimum loan amount of £500 after deposit is required.
Finance options for used products
Used items can also be purchased using either of the following options
(minimum loan amount of £250 after deposit):
10 months at 0% APR (minimum 50% deposit)
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Representative Example
Cash price: £700
Deposit: £70
Loan amount: £630
APR representative: 19.9%
Interest rate: 19.9% p.a. fixed
36 monthly repayments of: £22.87
Total loan term: 36 months
Total amount payable: £893.32
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Tyros Tipsters Bonus Content for Tyros 5
Here's what we offer when you select the option to include our Bonus Content...
We update the firmware so that your Yamaha Tyros 5 is running on the latest version
We load in 600 registrations into the Tyros 5 which give you sound set-ups in your
registration bank buttons for different genres of music
We add 1825 songs into the Tyros 5 Music Finder
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We are pleased to be able to offer interest-free finance on selected products through Novuna Personal Finance, for a limited period only.
This offer is available on purchases of:
Brand New Yamaha Genos 2
Brand New & Used Yamaha SX920 (if purchased with bonus content & guide)
Used Yamaha SX900 (if purchased with bonus content & guide)
Used Yamaha Genos 1 (if purchased with bonus content & guide)
Get in touch to request a remote 0% finance application with or without a part-exchange using the form below:
Here's what we offer when you select the option to include our Bonus Content...
Latest Firmware
27 Expansion packs which include 557 voices and 381 backing styles
234 extra styles from Tyros 5
600 registrations
2673 song setups
Video showing where all the key features are
...and when you select the option to include our GenosTipsters Guide
We include our GenosTipsters guide (digital version) worth £99,
featuring over 3 hours of video and 200 pages of written accompaniment.
Disclaimer – a proportion of this content is made available freely by Yamaha,
for those fully competent and confident with using the required software to install it via computer.
Information about this item
For orders of any stock displaying a 7-10 day lead time, we will contact you as soon as the item arrives with us to schedule a delivery with you.
Occasionally, there may be availability issues with our suppliers, in which case we'll get in touch with you to see if you're happy to wait, or if you'd like to cancel the order and receive a full refund.
Information about this item
This is a special order "agency" item, and comes to us directly from Yamaha on a per-order basis.
It typically takes 7-10 days for this item to arrive with us, whereupon we'll contact you to discuss the arrangement of delivery.
Information about this item
For any pre-orders, we will contact you as soon as the item arrives with us to schedule a delivery with you, and update you with an ETA.
Occasionally, there may be availability issues with our suppliers, in which case we'll get in touch with you to see if you're happy to wait, or if you'd like to cancel the order and receive a full refund.
Get up to £250 cashback from Yamaha*
Yamaha is offering customers cashback on selected purchases until January 15th 2026 - here's how it works:
Purchase a qualifying Yamaha instrument before 15.01.26.
Complete the claim form
following this link
and have your proof of purchase and serial number ready.
Once your claim has been validated, you will be sent within 35 working days your cashback reward via bank transfer.
*Cashback amount varies product to product, as indicated.
Available Content for Genos 1
Here's what we include when you select the option to add our Bonus Content...
Latest Firmware
23 extra expansion packs which include 877 voices and 577 backing styles
234 extra styles from Tyros 5
600 registrations
4096 song setups
Video showing where all the key features are
...and when you select the option to include our GenosTipsters Guide
We include our GenosTipsters guide (digital version) worth £99,
featuring over 3 hours of video and 200 pages of written accompaniment.
Disclaimer – a proportion of this content is made available freely by Yamaha,
for those fully competent and confident with using the required software to install it via computer.
Part Exchange
Genos Tipsters Bonus Content for SX900
Here's what we offer when you select the option to include our Bonus Content...
Latest Firmware
14 Expansion Packs inc many extra voices and styles
234 T5 styles
600 registrations
T5 Music Finder
15 Playlists with 2287 song set-ups
Video showing where all the key features are
...and when you select the option to include our GenosTipsters Guide
We include our GenosTipsters guide (digital version) worth £99,
featuring over 3 hours of video and 200 pages of written accompaniment.
Disclaimer – a proportion of this content is made available freely by Yamaha,
for those fully competent and confident with using the required software to install it via computer.
Available Bonus Content for SX920
Here's what we offer when you select the option to include our Bonus Content...
Latest Firmware
25 Expansion packs which include 780 voices and 540 backing styles
234 extra styles from Tyros 5
600 registrations
4256 song setups including 136 ‘Decades’ registrations
Video showing where all the key features are
...and when you select the option to include our GenosTipsters Guide
We include our GenosTipsters guide (digital version) worth £99,
featuring over 3 hours of video and 200 pages of written accompaniment.
Disclaimer – a proportion of this content is made available freely by Yamaha,
for those fully competent and confident with using the required software to install it via computer.
Bonus Content for Korg Pa5X
Here's what we include when you select the option to add our Bonus Content...
Korg Bonus Styles (Taken from the Bonusware downloads on Korg UK website) – 450 styles
Korg Pa2x Internal Styles converted to 5x – 419 styles, all complete with 4 x Keyboard Sets
Korg Pa3x Internal Styles converted to 5x – 486 styles, all complete with 4 x Keyboard Sets
Korg Pa4x Internal Styles converted to 5x – 584 styles, all complete with 4 x Keyboard Sets
Korg Pa800 Internal Styles converted to 5x – 409 styles, all complete with 4 x Keyboard Sets
Korg Musikant 4x Internal Styles converted to 5x – 577 styles, all complete with 4 x Keyboard Sets
ePianos Songbook for Pa5x – A collection of over 200 well-known songs with 4 Keyboard Sets per song, giving in
excess of 800 registrations
Latest Osimo Songbook from Korg
3 x User Sound Packs from Korg
6 x Korg Pa5x User Know How videos covering: "Power Up & Panel", "Selecting Styles", "Selecting Sounds", "My
Setting & Favourites", "Mixer Basics", "Songbook", and "Recording"
How to Locate and Load the Various Software Bundle Components (Video)
Available Bonus Content for Genos 2
Here's what we offer when you select the option to include our Bonus Content:
Latest Firmware
52 expansion packs which include 1,721 voices and 1,148 backing styles
234 extra styles from Tyros 5
816 registrations
4256 song setups including 160 ‘Decades’ registrations
Video showing where all the key features are
Some of the best parts of our Bonus Content option are the 1,721 new extra voices and 1,148 new extra styles
included
across 52 expansion packs. These packs are quite complex to upload and, whilst free to obtain, we pride ourselves on
getting them into your keyboard for you — something many dealers shy away from purely because of the time it takes
to get them uploaded.
...and when you select the option to include our GenosTipsters Guide:
We include our GenosTipsters guide (digital version) worth £99,
featuring over 3 hours of video and 200 pages of written accompaniment.
Disclaimer – a proportion of this content is made available freely by Yamaha,
for those fully competent and confident with using the required software to install it via computer.
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