Yamaha Clavinova CLP-825 Digital Piano - Polished Ebony
The CLP-825 carries the legacy of Yamaha craftsmanship and expertise, delivering the genuine sound and feel of a grand piano. You’ll experience the timeless tone and quality that Yamaha is renowned for, ensuring a realistic and rich playing experience. Enjoy the extraordinarily realistic touch and feel of a grand piano through the GrandTouch-S keyboard and the GrandTouch pedal. The keyboard's escapement provides a satisfying click when keys are pressed, a sensation unique to grand pianos, while the light-to-heavy weighted keys ensure precise playability. The CLP-825 is beautifully crafted, blending a classic aesthetic with a contemporary user experience. Its space-saving console-style cabinet adds elegance to any room without taking up too much space.
- Improved GrandTouch-S keyboard with synthetic ebony / ivory key tops and escapement
- Improved Grand Expression Modeling
- Improved Virtual Resonance Modeling
- 10 voices, including the Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial
- Binaural sampling for realistic headphone experience (CFX voice only)
- 20W x 2 speaker system
- 3 GrandTouch pedals (Damper with half-pedal function, Sostenuto, Soft)
- 2 standard stereo headphone outputs
- Audio and MIDI over Bluetooth
- Smart Pianist app integration
- Sliding key cover
Learn more about Yamaha CLP-825
CLP-825 dimensions and weight
Color Profile - Polished Ebony
Features Overview
Binaural Sampling for Natural Headphone Experience
Built-In Practice Support and Learning Tools
Grand Acoustic Imaging and Speaker Design
GrandTouch-S keyboard
GrandTouch Pedal System
2-track Song Recorder
Smart Pianist App Integration
Frequently Asked Questions: CLP-825PE
What is the Yamaha CLP-825 and who is it designed for?
The CLP-825 is a high-end digital piano from Yamaha's Clavinova series, built for serious players who want an authentic grand piano experience in a home-friendly cabinet. It suits advancing students, dedicated hobbyists, and performers who need realistic touch and tone without a full acoustic instrument.
How does the CLP-825 sound compared to a real grand piano?
The CLP-825 draws its voices from recordings of two world-class concert grands, the Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial, giving it a rich, nuanced tone across its 10 voices. Yamaha's Virtual Resonance Modeling adds harmonic depth and overtone interaction that closely mimics the acoustic behavior of a real grand.
What makes the GrandTouch-S keyboard feel different from other digital piano actions?
The GrandTouch-S action uses carefully balanced key weight and synthetic ebony and ivory key tops for improved grip and control. It also includes escapement feel, a subtle click sensation at low key depth that replicates a mechanical element found in acoustic grand piano actions, adding realism that many digital pianos don't offer.
What makes the GrandTouch-S keyboard feel different from other digital piano actions?
Yes, the CLP-825 includes binaural sampling on the CFX voice, which records the piano with microphones positioned at ear level to capture realistic spatial depth. This makes headphone practice feel closer to sitting at an acoustic piano, reducing the listening fatigue that standard headphone playback can cause.
Can the CLP-825 connect wirelessly to a phone or tablet?
Yes, the CLP-825 supports both audio and MIDI over Bluetooth, allowing wireless connection to smart devices. This enables seamless integration with Yamaha's Smart Pianist app for managing music, learning songs, and recording performances without cables.
What can I do with the Smart Pianist app on the CLP-825?
Smart Pianist lets you generate playable song data from PDF sheet music, analyze audio or MIDI files, and view chord progressions to support practice. You can also record directly to your device in audio or MIDI format, and access additional sheet music beyond what's built into the piano.
Does the CLP-825 have built-in songs and exercises for practice?
Yes, it includes 50 classical pieces and 303 structured exercises from well-known method books including Hanon, Beyer, Czerny, and Burgmüller. These support hands-separate practice and passive listening, making it useful for students at a range of levels.
Is the CLP-825 a good fit for smaller rooms or apartments?
Yes, the CLP-825 is built into a compact console cabinet that keeps its footprint manageable while maintaining the core features of the Clavinova line. Its headphone outputs and private practice capabilities also make it a considerate choice for shared living spaces.
Can I record my playing on the CLP-825?
Yes, the CLP-825 includes a 2-track song recorder that lets you layer two separate parts and save recordings in MIDI format. With a USB flash drive connected, you can also record in WAV audio format, and the Smart Pianist app adds the option to record directly to a smart device.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | YAM-CLP825PE |
| Model Name | CLP-825PE |
| Vendor | Yamaha |
| Bluetooth | Audio Receiving and App Connectivity |
| Built In Speakers | Yes |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth and USB to Host |
| Included From Manufacturer |
Piano Bench 50 Classical Music Masterpieces book Power Supply Owner's Manual |
| Keys Weighted | Hammer Weighted |
| Key Cover | Yes |
| Number of Keys | 88 |
| MPN | CLP-825PE |
| Piano Cabinet Style | Upright |
| Key Action | GrandTouch-S with Synthetic Ebony / Ivory Keytops and Escapement |
| Speaker Power | 20W x 2 |
| Speaker Size | 12cm x 2 |
| Pedals | 3 (Sustain, Soft, Sostenuto) |
| Half-Damper Support | Yes |
| Number of Instrument Sounds | 10 |
| Voices of Polyphony | 256 |
| Split Feature | No |
| Duet Mode | Yes |
| Song Recorder | Yes |
| Number of Tracks | 2 |
| Number of Songs | 1 |
| Audio Outputs | (2) 1/4" stereo headphone outputs |
| Audio Inputs | Bluetooth |
| Finish | Polished Ebony |
| Width | 53 1/4" |
| Depth | 16 3/16" |
| Height | 39 1/2" (with music rest raised) |
| Product Weight | 103 lbs 10 oz |
Yamaha Clavinova pianos are covered by a five (5) year limited warranty. Yamaha products are designed and manufactured to provide a high level of defect-free performance. Yamaha Corporation of America ('Yamaha') is proud of the experience and craftsmanship that goes into each and every Yamaha product. Yamaha sells its products through a network of reputable, authorized dealers and is pleased to offer you, the Original Owner, the following Limited Warranty, which applies only to products that have been (1) directly purchased from Yamaha's authorized dealers in the fifty states of the USA (the 'Warranted Area') and (2) used exclusively in the Warranted Area. This warranty covers Clavinova Digital Pianos against defects in materials or workmanship for five (5) years. In-home service is also available with these products. More details can be found on the Yamaha Corporation of America web site.
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