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So, you’re on the hunt for an authentic piano playing experience in your home, without the routine upkeep and demands of a traditional acoustic piano?
You might have encountered digital pianos in passing but haven’t delved deeply into their merits and pitfalls. Well, let me point you in the direction of the Yamaha CLP-785.
What’s special about it? From the outset, with just a cursory glance at its cabinet design, one might think they are indeed looking at a classic Yamaha acoustic upright.
Their designs, after all, are strikingly similar. However, the CLP-785, in its modernity, doesn’t require strings or an iron frame, making its silhouette more compact.
This translates to saving space, yet retaining an undeniably ‘realistic’ charm.
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Watch Chris demonstrate the fidelity of the Yamaha CLP-785 in episode #6 of The Booth.
But let’s not dwell solely on aesthetics. When you get down to the business of playing, the CLP-785 truly stands out. Many of our showroom visitors notice, sometimes with surprise, that the keys have a weightier feel compared to the familiar upright piano.
This weightiness is by design. Yamaha’s CLP-785 seeks to replicate the feel of a concert grand piano—the very kind you might see at esteemed venues like the Royal Albert Hall.
For those fortunate enough to have played on such instruments, it’s clear: a concert grand demands a certain finesse. The keys require a more deliberate touch, something that might initially seem foreign to an upright piano player but is invaluable for cultivating true artistry.
On to the sound.
From the first note, the CLP-785’s breadth of tone is captivating. Whether you lean gently on a key or give it a robust press, the piano responds with nuanced timbre. This is attributed to Yamaha’s advanced GrandTouch™️ mechanism, honed over decades.
6mTake a close-up look at the Yamaha CLP-785 in our HD walkaround video.
But the magic doesn’t end there. The CLP-785 boasts a sophisticated 3-way speaker and amplifier system, emanating sound so pure and enveloping that one might easily forget they’re playing a digital instrument.
Beyond the playability and sound, the CLP-785 also offers distinct practical advantages.
No need for tedious tuning. Its design ensures easy mobility. And for those who require discretion, there’s volume control and headphone compatibility—a real boon for uninterrupted practice.
Plus, with modern features like built-in metronomes and Bluetooth syncing, it offers a plethora of enhancements for the modern player.
To wrap up, the Yamaha CLP-785 is more than just a meeting of tech and tradition. It’s an instrument, waiting to capture and amplify your musical soul. Dive beyond mere specs; immerse yourself in its essence. Visit our showroom and experience it firsthand.
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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.
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.
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*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.
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.
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.
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