Yamaha CLP-835 vs Yamaha P-143
| Yamaha CLP-835 | Yamaha P-143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | GrandTouch-S keyboard: synthetic ebony and ivory key tops, escapement | GHC keyboard with matte black keytops |
| Polyphony | 256 | 64 |
| Sounds / presets | 38 | 10 |
| Speakers | 60 W | 14 W |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| USB audio | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 57 kg | 11.1 kg |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Release month | — | 7 |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha P-143 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (57 kg vs 11.1 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 64).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you want more variety of built-in voices (38 vs 10).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you practise out loud without an amp (60 W vs 14 W).
- Choose the Yamaha CLP-835 if you want wireless MIDI/audio from a phone or tablet.
Full spec sheets: Yamaha CLP-835 · Yamaha P-143. Rows with a highlighted background differ.