Yamaha CLP-535 vs Yamaha P-35
| Yamaha CLP-535 | Yamaha P-35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | GH3X (Graded Hammer 3X) keyboard with synthetic ivory keytops, escapement | Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) keyboard |
| Polyphony | 256 | 32 |
| Sounds / presets | 34 | 10 |
| Sequencer | 16 | — |
| Sound engine | Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial | — |
| Speakers | 60 W | 12 W |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | Yes | No |
| Weight | 58 kg | 11.5 kg |
| Released | 2014 | 2012 |
| Discontinued | 2017 | — |
| Status | legacy | discontinued |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha P-35 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (58 kg vs 11.5 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-535 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 32).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-535 if you want more variety of built-in voices (34 vs 10).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-535 if you practise out loud without an amp (60 W vs 12 W).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha CLP-535 · Yamaha P-35. Rows with a highlighted background differ.