Yamaha CLP885 Digital Piano; Polished Ebony

The Yamaha CLP-885 is the pinnacle of the Clavinova series, offering an exquisite blend of advanced digital technology and traditional piano craftsmanship. Featuring the GrandTouch keyboard with wooden keys and synthetic ebony and ivory keytops, it delivers an unparalleled tactile response and authentic feel. The escapement mechanism and 88-key Linear Graded Hammers further enhance the realistic playing experience. With the inclusion of Yamaha's GP Response Damper Pedal, players can achieve nuanced control over sustain and resonance. The CLP-885 boasts the meticulously sampled sounds of the Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial grand pianos, as well as four forte piano voice, enriched by Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) for a truly immersive sound. Its powerful, high-fidelity speaker system ensures a rich, full-bodied auditory experience. Additionally, Bluetooth connectivity and SmartPianist app compatibility provide modern convenience, making the CLP-885 an exceptional choice for professional musicians and discerning piano enthusiasts alike.

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Choice Of Colour Options
The CLP885 is available in three different cabinet finishes: Black Walnut, high-gloss Polished Ebony or Polished White.

Delivered, Assembled, and Installed by our Experts*
When you buy a new Yamaha CLP885 from Bonners, our experts will deliver, set up, and install your new piano in the room of your choice. We use our own dedicated piano delivery experts and also specify a time of delivery (we'll also call you on the day to try to be as exact as possible!). We believe that buying a new piano should be an exciting occasion, and we want you to have the best experience possible. If you have any special requests, please call us to discuss them - we're always happy to do the very best we can!

*Free delivery & installation is available to mainland England addresses only. Surcharges may apply to Scotland, Wales, the Isle Of Wight, and some other areas. Please contact us before placing your order if the delivery address is not on the mainland of England.

Upstairs Delivery
Free delivery is to ground-floor rooms only. We deliver and install many digital pianos upstairs free of charge, but it is dependent on the model of the piano, delivery location, and the type of staircase. Please contact us at 01323 639335 or email sales@bonnersmusic.co.uk to confirm if any delivery surcharges will be applicable. A photograph of the delivery access and/or staircase may be required.

5-Year Extended Guarantee
A 5-year UK manufacturer extended guarantee is available free of charge for all new Yamaha Clavinova pianos supplied by Bonners. Register your piano within 30 days of purchase to claim your FREE 5-year warranty upgrade. Without registration, the warranty period is limited to the standard 24 months.

Delivery surcharges may apply to Scotland, Wales, the Isle Of Wight, and some other areas. If the delivery address is not on the mainland of England, please contact us before placing your order.

Upstairs Delivery
We are able to deliver and install many digital pianos upstairs, but it depends on the piano's model, delivery location, and the type of staircase. Please contact us at 01323 639335 or email sales@bonnersmusic.co.uk to confirm if any delivery surcharges will be applicable. A photograph of the delivery access and/or staircase may be required.

BUY ONLINE OR TRY THE CLP885 IN OUR STORES
You can buy the CLP885 online or try the complete Yamaha Clavinova piano range in our stores. Our digital piano centres are located in Eastbourne (Sussex Coast), Reigate (just off JCT 8 M25 motorway in Surrey), and Milton Keynes. Call first to check if the model you want to see is available in the store closest to you.

Yamaha GrandTouch™ keyboard with Counterweights
The GrandTouch keyboard with synthetic ebony and ivory keytops, featuring wooden white keys, escapement, and 88-key Linear Graded Hammers, offers a remarkably authentic piano-playing experience. The synthetic ebony and ivory keytops provide a tactile surface that mimics the texture and moisture-absorbing properties of natural keys, ensuring a comfortable and non-slip feel. The wooden white keys enhance the natural touch, delivering a balanced and responsive action. The escapement mechanism recreates the subtle click felt when pressing keys lightly, just like in an acoustic grand piano, allowing for delicate, nuanced play. The 88-key Linear Graded Hammers system ensures that each key has a unique weight, replicating the heavier feel of bass notes and the lighter touch of treble notes, providing an even more realistic and expressive performance. This combination of features makes the GrandTouch keyboard a superb choice for pianists seeking both precision and authenticity in a digital instrument.

Counterweights help to balance the weight and improve the touch response of the keys, making the playing experience more akin to that of an acoustic grand piano. By strategically placing small weights inside the keys, counterweights provide a more even and consistent resistance across the entire keyboard. This ensures that the keys are not too light or too heavy, which allows for better control and dynamic expression. The added mass helps in achieving a smoother and more balanced touch, especially in faster passages and when playing with varying degrees of pressure. Overall, counterweights contribute to a more realistic and enjoyable playing experience, allowing pianists to execute their techniques with greater precision and comfort.

CFX & Bosendorfer Piano Voices
The Yamaha Clavinova pianos feature the exquisite voices of two of the world's most renowned grand pianos: the Yamaha CFX and the Bösendorfer Imperial. The Yamaha CFX, known for its bright, powerful sound, provides a rich tonal palette with exceptional clarity and resonance, making it ideal for a wide range of musical genres. On the other hand, the Bösendorfer Imperial, with its warm, lush tones, offers a distinctly Viennese character, perfect for classical compositions and nuanced performances. These meticulously sampled voices bring the authentic sound and expressive capabilities of these legendary instruments into the digital realm, allowing Clavinova players to experience the grandeur and subtlety of two iconic pianos in one versatile instrument.

In total, the CLP885 offers a choice of 53 + 14 Drum/SFX Kits + 480 XG voices, any two of which can be layered together in 'Dual Voice' mode.

Grand Expression Modelling
Yamaha Grand Expression Modelling is a technology that makes digital pianos feel and sound more like real grand pianos. Imagine playing a piano and being able to hear and feel the subtle differences in sound depending on how hard or soft you press the keys. This technology captures those nuances, so when you play, it responds just like an acoustic grand piano would. It recreates the intricate details of how the hammers, strings, and pedals interact in a real piano, making the experience more realistic and expressive. Essentially, it helps digital pianos mimic the touch and sound of a traditional grand piano, giving you a richer and more authentic playing experience.

Yamaha GrandTouch pedals
Yamaha GrandTouch pedals on Clavinova pianos offer a realistic feel and dynamic control, closely mimicking the response of acoustic grand piano pedals. They enable precise control over sustain, allowing for varied note-holding and nuanced expression, which supports advanced playing techniques and intricate performances. These pedals enhance the overall expressive range, ensuring consistent, high-quality performance over time. This makes the Clavinova an excellent choice for both practice and professional use, providing an authentic and satisfying playing experience.

GP Response Damper Pedal
The Yamaha GP Response Damper Pedal is an advanced pedal mechanism designed to replicate the nuanced feel and response of a grand piano's damper pedal. This innovative feature provides variable resistance, meaning the pedal responds differently depending on how much pressure is applied, just like an acoustic grand piano. This allows pianists to execute half-pedalling and other intricate techniques with precision, offering greater control over sustain and resonance. By mimicking the mechanical characteristics of a grand piano pedal, the GP Response Damper Pedal enhances the expressive capabilities of digital pianos, providing a more authentic and dynamic playing experience.

Virtual Resonance Modeling
Yamaha's Improved VRM (Virtual Resonance Modeling) is an advanced technology that enhances the realism of digital pianos by replicating the complex resonances and interactions found in acoustic pianos. In an acoustic piano, when you press a key, not only does that string vibrate, but it also causes sympathetic vibrations in other strings and the soundboard, creating a rich, resonant sound. Improved VRM simulates these interactions, allowing for a more dynamic and expressive playing experience. It takes into account factors like the timing and intensity of key presses and pedal usage, generating authentic reverberations and tonal variations. This results in a more natural and immersive sound, closely mimicking the experience of playing a high-quality acoustic grand piano.

A fully immersive concert grand experience—even with headphones
The CLP-885 features binaural samples of the Yamaha CFX and Bosendorfer pianos. Binaural sampling is a method of sampling in which special microphones are placed on a mannequin’s head in the same positions as the pianist’s ears to capture piano sounds the way that they sound in reality. Yamaha chose this method to create the ambience and full, natural resonance of acoustic pianos in Clavinova pianos. This makes pianists feel as though they are sitting at a grand piano, even when they play with headphones on. The experience is so pleasant that they forget they are wearing headphones, no matter how long they continue to play.

Yamaha also developed the Stereophonic Optimizer function to achieve the same effect for the piano effects. Stereophonic Optimizer technology replicates the natural diffusion of sound in headphones nearly as closely as binaural sampling for the piano voices other than the CFX.

16-track Song Recorder
The Yamaha 16-track song recorder in Clavinova pianos enhances practice, composition, and performance by allowing multilayered recordings, enabling complex arrangements directly on the piano. It supports detailed practice by letting you playback and analyze performances and is a valuable tool for composers to experiment with different sounds and arrangements. Conveniently, recorded tracks can be saved, transferred, and integrated into broader production setups. Additionally, it allows for the creation of backing tracks or accompaniments for live performances, adding depth and professionalism. This recorder significantly expands creative possibilities for musicians at all levels.

USB Audio Recorder
This feature enables musicians to capture their performances and practice sessions without the need for additional equipment, ensuring convenience and portability. The recorded files can be easily transferred to a computer for further editing, sharing, or archiving, making it ideal for students tracking their progress, teachers preparing lessons, and performers creating demos. Additionally, the ability to listen to recordings helps players analyse and improve their technique, fostering continuous learning and development.

Bluetooth AUDIO + MIDI
The CLP885 is equipped with Bluetooth AUDIO & MIDI capabilities. Bluetooth audio is for streaming sound to or from the piano, enhancing listening and play-along experiences, while Bluetooth MIDI is for transmitting performance data, enabling interactive learning, composing, and advanced musical control.

Compatible With Yamaha 'Smart Pianist' App
The Yamaha SmartPianist app is a versatile and user-friendly tool designed to enhance the digital piano experience. Available for smartphones and tablets, it allows players to control their Yamaha digital piano with ease, offering features like adjusting settings, selecting voices, and recording performances. The app includes a wide range of built-in songs and sheet music and can even analyse songs from your music library to create chord charts, helping you play along with your favourite tunes. With its intuitive interface and powerful functionalities, the SmartPianist app makes learning, practising, and performing more interactive and enjoyable.

Free 3 Months Premium Access to flowkey App
When you purchase your new Yamaha digital piano, Yamaha is offering three months of FREE premium access to the music learning app Flowkey.

The Flowkey app is a helpful tool for anyone wanting to learn how to play the piano. It's like having a personal piano teacher on your phone or tablet. The app offers a huge library of songs that you can learn at your own pace. It listens as you play and gives you instant feedback, helping you improve quickly. With step-by-step tutorials and interactive lessons, Flowkey makes learning the piano fun and easy, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills.