Yamaha CVP-701 vs Yamaha Tyros2
| Yamaha CVP-701 | Yamaha Tyros2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | GH3X (Graded Hammer 3X) keyboard with synthetic ivory keytops, escapement | Newly designed 61-key action with touch sensitivity (Yamaha stated it was the only action of its kind in its keyboard range at launch) |
| Polyphony | 256 | — |
| Sounds / presets | 777 | — |
| Sound engine | Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial | AWM tone generation with MegaVoice and the new Super Articulation voices (40 of them) |
| Effects | — | On-board digital mixer and vocal harmonizer carried over from the Tyros |
| Speakers | 50 W | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | Yes | No |
| Pads / faders | — | no |
| Weight | 59 kg | — |
| Battery power | — | no |
| Released | 2015 | 2005 |
| Release month | — | 10 |
| Status | legacy | legacy |
| Keys | 88 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha CVP-701 if you practise out loud without an amp (50 W vs None (line out only)).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha CVP-701 · Yamaha Tyros2. Rows with a highlighted background differ.