Yamaha CLP-535 vs Yamaha P-515
| Yamaha CLP-535 | Yamaha P-515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | GH3X (Graded Hammer 3X) keyboard with synthetic ivory keytops, escapement | NWX (Natural Wood X) keyboard: wooden keys (white only), synthetic ebony and ivory keytops, escapement |
| Polyphony | 256 | 256 |
| Sounds / presets | 34 | 40 |
| Sequencer | 16 | — |
| Sound engine | Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial | — |
| Speakers | 60 W | 40 W |
| Bluetooth | — | Yes |
| USB audio | Yes | — |
| Weight | 58 kg | 22 kg |
| Released | 2014 | 2018 |
| Discontinued | 2017 | 2024 |
| Status | legacy | discontinued |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha P-515 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (58 kg vs 22 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha P-515 if you want more variety of built-in voices (34 vs 40).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-535 if you practise out loud without an amp (60 W vs 40 W).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha CLP-535 · Yamaha P-515. Rows with a highlighted background differ.