Yamaha CVP-709 vs Yamaha PSR-S975
| Yamaha CVP-709 | Yamaha PSR-S975 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | NWX (Natural Wood X) keyboard with synthetic ivory keytops (wood is used for the white keys), escapement | Organ (FSX), Initial Touch |
| Polyphony | 256 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 1270 | 1090 |
| Accompaniment styles | — | 523 |
| Sequencer | — | 16 tracks (SMF recording) |
| Sound engine | Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial | AWM Stereo Sampling |
| Speakers | 120 W | 30 W |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | Yes | No |
| Weight | 79 kg | 11.6 kg |
| Released | 2015 | 2018 |
| Status | legacy | legacy |
| Keys | 88 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Yamaha PSR-S975 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (79 kg vs 11.6 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha CVP-709 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (256 vs 128).
- Choose the Yamaha CVP-709 if you want more variety of built-in voices (1270 vs 1090).
- Choose the Yamaha CVP-709 if you practise out loud without an amp (120 W vs 30 W).
Full spec sheets: Yamaha CVP-709 · Yamaha PSR-S975. Rows with a highlighted background differ.