Yamaha CVP-701 vs Yamaha Tyros4
| Yamaha CVP-701 | Yamaha Tyros4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | GH3X (Graded Hammer 3X) keyboard with synthetic ivory keytops, escapement | Organ (FSX) keyboard with initial touch and aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | — | yes |
| Polyphony | 256 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 777 | 993 |
| Accompaniment styles | — | 500 |
| Sound engine | Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial | — |
| Speakers | 50 W | — |
| USB audio | Yes | — |
| Weight | 59 kg | 14.5 kg |
| Released | 2015 | 2010 |
| Discontinued | — | 2014 |
| Status | legacy | discontinued |
| Keys | 88 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha Tyros4 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (59 kg vs 14.5 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha CVP-701 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 128).
- Choose the Yamaha Tyros4 if you want more variety of built-in voices (777 vs 993).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha CVP-701 · Yamaha Tyros4. Rows with a highlighted background differ.