Discontinued - The CLP-625 Yamaha Clavinova
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
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I'm a beginner and I have to choose between Yamaha YDP 164 or CLP 625. I'm choosing between these 2 because of the synthetic ivory and both are less than 1k in price. So, YDP is the most expensive in the YDP series for beginners, CLP is the entry level of the Clavinova which is made for more than just beginners. So, what to choose?
Thanks =)
If you're looking for the best, most piano-like digital piano in that price range, I'd recommend the Roland RP-102. It will have more features, a better warranty and a significantly better action than either of these two pianos... and it's in your price range! Good luck!
@@RivertonPianoCompany omg thanks!!!! 🙏🏻
You're very welcome! Good luck and have fun with your new piano!
Is YDP-184 a better choice over CLP-625 given the features and both costing $1800? I am really struggling in between these two version for my 6 year old daughter. Any help will be really appreciated.
Hi, Amit, and thank you for your great question. The YDP-184 certainly has some extra features, but the Clavinova is Yamaha's piano-focused product. It has a more realistic sound and feel. ...so if you're looking for fun features, the YDP might be a better choice, but I always recommend the Clavinova. Here are just a few of the critical differences: Warranty - The Clavinova has a 5yr IN HOME warranty. The YDP has a 3yr CARRY IN warranty (meaning you have to bring it to the repair center). Key Touch - The Clavinova has the grand piano escapement feature - which more closely resembles the action of an acoustic grand piano. The YDP does not. Piano Sound - The Clavinova features Yamaha's binaural CFX sample and the Bosendorfer sample. These two samples are Yamaha's top piano sounds. The YDP only has a stereo sample of the Yamaha CFX. No question the YDP has more "bells and whistles," but the CLP-625 offers a better "acoustic piano" experience. Best of luck in your selection!
Thank you so much for your guidance on this. You are indeed very helpful. There is one more query I have. Are there any app to learn piano which can be connected to CLP-625.
You are welcome! It's our pleasure to help however we can. Our favorite learning app for the CLP-625 is called "Piano Marvel." You can simply connect the 625 to a notebook computer via USB and use Piano Marvel to learn thousands of songs with full accompaniment! They even have lessons music built-in and sight-reading feedback tools. It's great!
Like Amit below, I’m also trying to decide between the CLP-625 and the YDP-184. Basically it comes down to weighing what is more important: the 625’s escapement or the 184’s VRM. So, what IS more important for a beginning student? I’ve read in some reviews that the escapement isn’t that realistic feeling on the CLP and people can do without it. On the other hand, I’ve read that the VRM found in the 184 is amazing and creates a much more realistic acoustic experience. From what I’ve read, the 184 is a trimmed down version of the CLP-635 and only missing the escapement and Bösendorfer sample. So, can you please explain what is more important: simulated escapement on the 625 or the VRM sound on the 184.
In short, if you want Yamaha's most authentic acoustic piano experience, you want a Clavinova. Here are a few of the most important differences between the Clavinova CLP-625 and the Arius YDP-184: (1) Sound. The Clavinova uses Yamaha's latest sampling technology - binaural sampling. It's a brand new sample with incredible depth and clarity - far better than the (old) Advanced Wave Memory technology you'll find on the Arius. While it's true that the 184 has VRM, it does not make up for the quality difference in the actual sound. Try both and you'll hear the difference - especially through headphones. Also, the Bosendorfer sound is quite impressive. I wouldn't discount it so quickly. It is my preferred piano on the Clavinova. (2) Touch. Escapement is very subtle. That is true. ...but it is what gives the Clavinova action such authenticity. In addition, the new binaural sound chip works with the action to provide more control and expression than you can get on ANY Arius. That's why the 625 is a Clavinova and not a YDP. (3) Warranty. The Clavinova is built with top-shelf electronic components and high quality cabinetry. They are built to last far longer than any Arius piano - especially in schools, churches and homes with kids. That's why Clavinovas come with a 5yr Parts and Labor (IN HOME) Warranty and the Arius has a 3yr Parts and Labor (CARRY IN) Warranty. That said, here's the bottom line: If you're shopping on price, you'll buy the YDP. If you're looking for the most authentic digital piano Yamaha makes, you'll buy the Clavinova. Hope that helps!
Thank you for the reply. That definitely helps.
That's what we're here for! Good luck with your selection process and thanks for watching!
Hey I want to use this as an output speaker for watching movies and playing songs from my pc..please help!
Hi, BW. Thanks for the question. Unfortunately, there's no way to use the CLP-625 as an "output speaker." Your best bet would be to purchase a Bluetooth speaker for that. I wish I had better news!
@@RivertonPianoCompany what about using it as a Midi?
That you can do by connecting a USB cable from the "To Host" port on the CLP-625 to your pc. You just need a "A to B" type USB cable (same kind you use for a printer). The rectangular part goes into your pc. The trapezoidal part goes into the CLP-625. Good luck!
@@RivertonPianoCompany I've connected it but ableton doesn't see it as an interface
And thank you
How is the building quality? Is there real wood being used? Is it sturdily build like a acoustic piano?
Hi, fr4nk45, and thanks for your questions! Nobody builds digital pianos out of solid wood. If they did, digital pianos would be as heavy as acoustic pianos and one of their biggest selling points is that they are lightweight and easy to move. They use a composite wood (plywood) material to build their pianos with metal reinforcements throughout the case. This provides a durable - yet lightweight cabinet. Also - remember than an acoustic piano has about 240 strings pulling on its frame (creating two and a half TONS of tension on the piano's cast iron plate and wood framing). Digital pianos don't have these stresses and, thus, don't require such robust cabinetry.
SO... in short... for a digital piano, Clavinovas are built to be durable. ...but comparing digital pianos to acoustic pianos in this way is like comparing apples and minivans. They are built differently for good reason.
I hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
Riverton Piano Company that is actually a really helpful answer thank you. I asked becaude I want to place the piano in my living room. I don’t want the piano to damage easily. If understand correctly you are saying that the digital piano, for it’s purpose, is build sturdily?
I'm glad you asked! There is nothing wrong with asking questions and we are happy to answer them for you! I can say that there are several digital piano companies out there that make poor quality cabinets. However, companies like Yamaha design their pianos to last decades in difficult environments - like schools, churches and on tour with professional musicians. They are ruggedly designed to last! Good luck with yours! ...and thanks again for the question!
Yamaha Cpl 625 or Yamaha CLP 635 or Roland rp 501 or Roland rp 302 ....which one I buy....in india Gujarat....Surat Citi not a single musical showrooms in display the piano..... so please I confusion which one is best ......personally I like Roland rp 302. With budget and Yamaha CLP 625 with extra budget....
The Roland RP-302 is not available here in the US so I can't comment on it with personal knowledge. I would probably rule out the CLP-625, though. I'd recommend the CLP-635 or one of the two Rolands. You will enjoy the resonance modeling and the USB flash drive port on the other three pianos. I hope that helps!
Riverton Piano Company thank and one more question for Yamaha CLP 625 is compatibility’s Yamaha smart pianist app via cable or Bluetooth...if possible and use other musical app like Yousician app..... in RUclips Chanel many video in they says Yamaha CLP 625 is not compatibility with Yamaha app....
That is correct. The CLP-625 is not compatible with Smart Pianist. It does have a USB to Host port... so you can run a cable from the piano to your iPad and use other apps. Some apps (like Yousician and Piano Maestro) can use the iPad's microphone to "listen" to your piano - the same way they do with acoustic pianos. The 625 is very limited, but it will work with some apps.
Nice! I m interested in this model. May I know if there is a way to transfer the clean audio from piano to computer (instead of recording performance from my cellphone camera). May be interfacing with software like Audacity?
Hello, Wawa! Thanks for watching. The only way to get audio from the CLP-625 would be to connect it to a computer with a USB cable ("A" to "B" cable - like a printer cable) and use audio recording software to record with it. Any audio recording software should work once you have it connected to your computer. Good luck!
@@RivertonPianoCompany thanks! Can I also listen to the audio at the same time as it's being recorded?
@@RivertonPianoCompany Is it possible to use learning app on windows?
Yep. The audio will still come through the piano's speakers normally during the recording. Of course, you can rig your setup so you hear the actual recorded audio from your notebook through headphones... but that takes a little setup and I don't think it helps at all.
Yes and no. Apps like Piano Maestro and Piano Marvel will work with a setup like this... but since the piano doesn't have a WIFI or Bluetooth connection, most learning apps won't work. You'd have to use traditional software with a computer and the USB connection.
Does it support Yamaha Smart Pianist App?
Hi, Paras. Thank you for your question. Since the CLP-625 does not have the "USB to DEVICE" (flash drive) port, no. It is not compatible with Smart Pianist. To use Smart Pianist, you'd want to start with the CLP-635.
The clp_625 have a usb host port.
IT will working with a usb host cable lightning ? Thank you for your help.
Hi, jeff jeff. Thanks for your question. The CLP-625 does have a USB "To Host" port so you can connect it to your tablet if you have the right adaptor (lightning to USB). According to Yamaha's website, however, the Smart Pianist app is not compatible with the CLP-625.
Riverton Piano Company thank you for revert, but I got the CLP 635 - 8 months back .. :-)
Great! How do you like it? (I had another question on your thread. That is why I responded again so much later.) :)
buying this model or waiting 725?
Hi, ss s. Thanks for your comment. I wouldn't wait for the 725 if I were you. By my guess, it'll be another two years or so before that comes out. You're better off to get started now and take advantage of your local store's FULL TRADE UP guarantee. Thanks for watching!
Riverton Piano Company thank you for your comment. in my country, no exist full trade up guarantee, in here clp625 is 1,150 dollars and clp635 is 1,350 dollars. is it worth to buy clp635? I can play Cherny30..
It's our pleasure! Thanks for watching and for your great questions! For the small difference in price, the CLP-635 is a MUCH better instrument than the 625. It has a better piano sound, a USB port (for updates, recording and play along activities), and it's got ALOT more features onboard. I would definitely get the 635. Good luck!
Dont think this piano is worth the extra 500$ compared to the YDP-164.
Thanks for your comment, Adrian! Everybody has to make their own value decision, but we think the 625 has plenty to offer that the Arius series does not. Here are just a few reasons to get the 625 instead of the 164: Better sound (The 625 has binaural sampling with the Yamaha AND Bosendorfer piano sounds), better action (The 625 action has escapement and repetition; the Arius is more sluggish and does not have escapement), better warranty (5yrs vs 3yrs), better finish options and adjustable touch sensitivity. It also has a better cabinet. Those are just some of the things to consider... especially if your local dealer offers a sale on the 625. That price difference might not always be $500...
@@RivertonPianoCompany What is escapement? and repetition?!
Hi, mkleng, and thanks for asking! Let's start with escapement. On an acoustic grand piano (upright pianos don't have this), there is a point at which the hammer jack (the part that pushes the hammer to the string) slips out or "escapes." This allows the hammer to strike the string and then immediately fall away from the string so the string can vibrate. Without this mechanism, the hammer would hit the string and stay there until you let go of the key. This would mute the string and ruin the piano's tone. If you play gently enough, you can feel this escapement happening on a grand piano (again - uprights use a different mechanism - we'll get to that in a minute). It feels like a point of resistance that requires just a tiny extra effort to push through. ...and it's a subtle, but critical, experience that helps grand piano players judge how hard they can or should play. Escapement helps intermediate and advanced pianists develop a professional playing technique. Repetition is another difference between grand pianos and upright pianos. Remember - grand pianos use gravity - not a spring mechanism - to operate their key action. This gravity-based action is faster and more controlled. Thus, you can play a note on a grand piano and then re-strike the same note BEFORE the key comes all the way up. On an upright, this gives you no sound (ie - the note will not play until the key has come all the way back up). This makes a grand piano action about 40% faster than an upright piano action. That is why most people prefer to play grand pianos instead of uprights! With a digital piano, we can use a gravity-based mechanism instead of a spring-loaded mechanism as well. That is what Clavinovas, Rolands and a few other top brands do. Instead of a "weighted" key action with a spring and a weight, they spend the money to build a grand piano-like action that moves with gravity and has the same repetition (ie - speed) as a grand piano. This means that top-quality digital pianos can actually play BETTER than most upright pianos can. Does that help? I know it's alot to cover...
adrian tovias Replies in your comment box made my brain open, I was struggling from last 20 days with this question, but I’m clear now, going to buy CLP625 today without watching more RUclips videos.. Thanks
Hi, Raja! Thanks for your comment! We're glad we could help you come to a decision. Enjoy that new Clavinova!