Casio CDP-S160 vs Yamaha CLP-835
| Casio CDP-S160 | Yamaha CLP-835 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | — | GrandTouch-S keyboard: synthetic ebony and ivory key tops, escapement |
| Polyphony | 64 | 256 |
| Sounds / presets | 10 | 38 |
| Speakers | 16 W | 60 W |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| USB audio | No | Yes |
| Weight | 10.5 kg | 57 kg |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Release month | 1 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Casio CDP-S160 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (10.5 kg vs 57 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (64 vs 256).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you want more variety of built-in voices (10 vs 38).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you practise out loud without an amp (16 W vs 60 W).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you want wireless MIDI/audio from a phone or tablet.
Full spec sheets: Casio CDP-S160 · Yamaha CLP-835. Rows with a highlighted background differ.