Yamaha CLP-835 vs Yamaha CVP-601
| Yamaha CLP-835 | Yamaha CVP-601 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | GrandTouch-S keyboard: synthetic ebony and ivory key tops, escapement | Graded Hammer 3 (GH3) Keyboard |
| Polyphony | 256 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 38 | 387 |
| Sound engine | — | RGE (Real Grand Expression) Piano Sound |
| Speakers | 60 W | 50 W |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| USB audio | Yes | No |
| Weight | 57 kg | 58 kg |
| Released | 2024 | 2019 |
| USB to host | — | yes |
| Discontinued | — | 1 |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
| Pedals | — | 3 |
| Half Pedal | — | Yes |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (57 kg vs 58 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 128).
- Choose the Yamaha CVP-601 if you want more variety of built-in voices (38 vs 387).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you practise out loud without an amp (60 W vs 50 W).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you want wireless MIDI/audio from a phone or tablet.
Full spec sheets: Yamaha CLP-835 · Yamaha CVP-601. Rows with a highlighted background differ.