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There’s always something exciting about seeing what comes through our doors…
and this week we’ve got three very different Yamaha digital pianos that are well worth a closer look. Whether you’re after a flagship entertainment piano, a beautifully traditional instrument for everyday playing, or a clever smart piano that can help you learn, there’s something here to suit a wide range of players.
Buying second hand can also be a fantastic way to own a higher-spec instrument for considerably less than buying new, and these three Yamaha models are brilliant examples of just how much quality you can get for your money.
First up is this stunning polished white Yamaha CVP-709. Even a few years after its release, it’s still an incredibly impressive instrument.
The polished white cabinet immediately catches your eye, but it’s when you actually sit down to play it that you begin to appreciate just how special it is. The wooden white keys feel wonderfully authentic, while Yamaha’s powerful speaker system produces a rich, detailed piano sound that’s a joy to listen to.
Of course, the CVP series is about far more than just piano.
Inside you’ll find hundreds of instrument voices, from orchestral strings and choirs to guitars, electric pianos and countless other sounds. Everything feels expressive and beautifully sampled.
One of my favourite features is Piano Room. It lets you choose the type of piano you’d like to play and even the musicians you’d like accompanying you. Start with a simple acoustic guitar and percussion backing, or build up to a full live band complete with bass, drums and guitars that intelligently follow the chords you’re playing.
Switch over to a vintage electric piano and suddenly you’ve got a wonderfully soulful backing that feels inspired by classic Stevie Wonder recordings.
If you’re looking for a digital piano that can entertain, inspire and still provide a fantastic acoustic piano experience, the CVP-709 remains incredibly hard to beat.
If all you really want is an excellent digital piano that looks and feels like a traditional instrument, then the Yamaha CLP-745 is a wonderful option.
Finished in a classic cabinet with a sliding key cover, it blends beautifully into the home without looking overly technical. There aren’t dozens of buttons demanding your attention either. It’s designed to let you simply switch on and enjoy playing.
The wooden white keys provide a wonderfully realistic touch, making it an incredibly enjoyable piano to spend time with.
Although simplicity is very much the focus, Yamaha still includes some lovely musical extras.
You can choose between Yamaha’s own concert grand and the beautifully warm Bösendorfer Imperial, each offering a very different character. The Bösendorfer in particular has a wonderfully rich, mellow tone that many players fall in love with.
There’s also a simple button that layers gentle strings underneath your piano sound, creating a rich, cinematic feel without needing to navigate complicated menus.
At just £1,499 as a used model, it represents exceptional value.
The third piano is this Yamaha CSP-150, one of Yamaha’s Smart Pianos.
Unlike many digital pianos, almost everything is controlled through Yamaha’s free Smart Pianist app on your tablet or smartphone, keeping the piano itself looking beautifully clean and traditional.
One of the standout features is Yamaha’s Stream Lights learning system.
LED lights above the keys guide you through songs while the Smart Pianist app displays the sheet music. If you activate Guide Mode, the accompaniment simply waits until you’ve played the correct note before moving on, allowing you to learn entirely at your own pace.
It’s a wonderfully encouraging way to learn new music.
The Smart Pianist app also makes changing sounds incredibly simple. Whether you want Yamaha’s concert grand, the Bösendorfer, an upright piano, strings or hundreds of other instrument voices, everything is clearly laid out with colourful graphics that make the piano incredibly easy to use.
Although Yamaha has now introduced the newer CSP-200 Series, it’s still quite unusual to see a CSP-150 arrive on the used market, especially one in such lovely condition.
If you’d like some friendly advice before making a decision, why not book a one-to-one appointment with one of our piano and keyboard experts?
We offer both in-store demonstrations at our Banbury showroom and WhatsApp video appointments anywhere in the UK, so you can see the instruments in action, ask questions and compare models before you buy.
👉 Book your appointment here: https://www.epianos.co.uk/book-an-expert-appointment/
If you’re upgrading your current piano or keyboard, we can usually make the whole process nice and straightforward.
Use our Part Exchange Form to tell us what you’ve got and upload some photos so we can provide a fair and speedy valuation.
We also offer UK mainland delivery, and if you’re part exchanging, we can often collect your old instrument at the same time.
If any of these Yamaha pianos have caught your eye, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Whether you’d like additional photos, a personalised WhatsApp demonstration, or simply want to chat through the differences between the models, we’re always happy to help.
Give us a call on 01295 266788, or browse the latest second-hand arrivals here. We look forward to helping you find the perfect piano.
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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.
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.
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.
Smaller items, such as books, discs, etc, will be dispatched via Royal Mail second class.
After purchase, you can download the file either from the order confirmation page or the "Downloads" tab in "My Account".
If you have selected the option to receive a pre-loaded USB stick, then this will be dispatched via Royal Mail.
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.
Used items can also be purchased using either of the following options (minimum loan amount of £250 after deposit):
Total amount payable: £893.32
Available finance options are displayed at checkout. Alternatively, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to discuss the options, or email a finance application to you. Find out more by clicking here
Our seasonal opening hours are as follows:
We are closed on all bank holidays, therefore the processing of sales and deliveries will be delayed.
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.
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.
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.
*Cashback amount varies product to product, as indicated.
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