Just wanted to post "thanks" to Chris Hammond for these fantastic videos. We're in the States -- but wish we could (economically) make our purchase from you and ePianos. These comparative videos are invaluable to parents who struggle with discerning the (sometimes minute) differences between like models. Through in derivative model numbers -- an "R" at the end of YDP162, for example -- and our heads are left spinning, forestalling our purchase as we don't want to confront "buyer's remorse". But regarding digital pianos, you've solved it, and your encyclopedic knowledge of the merchandise you represent, your passion for piano, and your gifted speaking and conversational style, while anticipating our questions, are indispensable. Thank you again.
+William J. Brown Thank you William that's really kind of you. You have articulated precisely why I wanted to make these videos and I'm very pleased that I helped you, and hopefully others too.
Hi Chris. Thanks for the great video. I think I made the right choice. The 535 sounds great. Thanks for the fantastic service too. Cheers, Marie-Jeanne
How many edit's in post processing you had to do to correct that "250 pounds of difference" xD. Great video by the way, great presentation and explanation of those subtle differences.
+maximumsid Hehee, yes I said "150 pounds" in the original take and only noticed during editing! Then gave myself a real headache trying to overdub '250', good spot! - Thanks for the kind words re the rest of the video also.
Thanks for replying. After understanding the differences between clp 525 and 535, I am going to buy 535. I have played 525 and it was nice however I couldn't find 535 for demo in India. Still I'm buying it. I hope playing 535 would be a great experience.
This is an awesome video, it has helped me so much understand the Yamaha Clavinova. I am really thinking seriously of purchasing of of these, they are awesome. I wish I could see a demo on using the headphones while practicing without disturbing anyone at night. Also how to do a recording of the piece of music on the Clavinova.
If I could be a bit cheeky and use you as a resource of information since I don't have anything like your experience with digital pianos, I'd quite like to know what the general difference - the basics - is between the different classes of Pianos in the Yamaha family, mainly between the Arius series and the Clavinova series. You're not American, your videos are really informative but packed with nuggets of info I didn't know so I'd love to just have a 'what's the difference' video, you know? Because Yamaha wouldn't release anything that was 'bad' or naff, and it just seems the more money you have to spend, there will be a digital piano in that league, and at some point - for me it comes at around the £2000 mark - I start asking "Why do you need to spend more money than this on a digital piano. They're all brilliant, surely? Yamaha's a trusted brand. So, there we are, I just thought I'd ask. Kind of a 'beginners guide' would be useful.
gmfmusic85 Thanks for the request will try and work on something Essentially the Arius YDP are the budget series, the Clavinova are the middle range and the N1 upwards are the hybrid series. For a player who does exams or is of a reasonable standard the CLP will take you through all your grades- where a YDP might only get you to grade 3 or 4 without you aspiring to a better model
I purchased the 535 after watching this video ! Thank you it really helped in making my decision! I love the demonstration small tune you play in the beginning of this video may I ask what it is ? I would love to learn it!
Hi Chris, thank you for your reviews! It made me decide for the CLP535 and it's just amazing! I would like to know the name of the piece you are playing at the end of the video, when you demonstrate that you can play smoother and with a more swelling sound with the clp535. Thank you again from Spain!
+Juanlu Cadu Thank you! I hope you enjoy it. Most of the music I play I just make up as I go. But you can hear some of my work here; ua-cam.com/users/Teleandfilmmusic
I read on the website that CLP-535 have 6 touch sensitivities and CLP-525 have 4 touch sensitivities. Does that mean that CLP-535 is able to produce 6 different sounds when the key is pressed and CLP-525 is able to produce 4 different sounds when the key is pressed with different pressure?
Duncan Ng Hi, the touch sensitivity settings (I think) you're referring to are difficult to explain, I'd really like to make a video to explain them! perhaps we will. Essentially when you set it to SOFT it doesn't take such effort to hit a high volume, when I'm teaching a young beginner they tend to be very timid on the keys to I set it to SOFT and they can still produce a loud enough volume for me to hear. When they become more confident, and eventually really strike the keys, I set it back to MEDIUM or HARD so it almost absorbs their key strikes and the volume isn't so overpowering. Personally I like to set them to HARD because, as you see in the videos, I'm quite heavy handed and I find it's more forgiving to my style. It's a very useful option to have on a digital piano.
Hi, I really enjoy your videos. I hope you can make me a big favor, Could you made a video comparing CLP 575 and CLP 585. I have really difficulties to understand if both are similar or the difference are really impacted at the moment of playing and the auditory experience.
Hi, Great video. I guess my budget suits clp 525, as i am more interested in playing piano, but i would love to know why clp525 is priced much higher than dgx 650? I understand dgx 650 has maybe dozens of more features and voices, then what makes it cheaper than clp 525? Looking forward to ur reply for a better understanding. Thanks
+alpha 4375 CLP525 has Yamaha's premium key mechanism called the GH3, it's highly realistic in the way it replicates the real feel and touch of a grand piano. The DGX uses a 'budget' version of this called the GHS which is still considered 'weighted' but is nowhere near as good. For me this is where the difference in price can be found. One other thing is the max polyphony is double on the 525 than the DGX (256 and 128 respectively).
This video was really useful in helping me choose which electric piano to go for. Thank you. Where is your shop, by the way? It can be pretty hard to find a music shop with the exact product you want in order to try before you buy,
gmfmusic85 Our store is One Man Band in Banbury, Oxfordshire. Its our 20th year this year- you can contact all us on 01295 266788 for more details and information. We have a large showroom with the full range of Yamaha digital Pianos and keyboards
Chris, Thanks for your video! You have made no mention of the fact that neither of these digital pianos feature the 88 keys "linear weight distribution" found in a normal piano. Is this a big deal ? I assume it is to be, and if so should I go for the next higher up model that does ? What do you think of the GH3X with or without NW, is it worth the additional cost ? Thank you.
+Jason55 44 Hi, to be frank the 'linear weight distribution' or 'Linear Graded Hammer action' is not something I personally notice when swapping between 545/575. (to anyone reading this wondering what we're on about, on CLP575 every single key has a slightly different weight, just like a traditional piano, but on CLP545 the weight grading only changes every few keys). But some people say I am not a sensitive enough player to notice these things anyway! - The much more noticable difference when you move to CLP575 is the Virtual Resonance Modeling, which is a very clever effect which mimics the natural swelling sound that real strings make in a piano's cabinet (hopefully a video coming soon on this) for me this is the CLP575s strongest feature, along with the 2-way speaker which enhances everything. There's far too much to say in writing, I'll get working on the video for you. And on your other question; wooden keys are absolutely wonderful.
+ePianos.co.uk I did not know that the 535/545, even though did not include the linear grading, still DO include grading every few keys, (just not at every key) if i understand you correctly. Thanks, i will watch out for the next video.
Добрый вечер! Очень понравилось видео, посмотрела от начала до конца, но ничего не поняла, т.к. не знаю, к сожалению, английский язык:(. Если кто-то знает русский, можете написать какое лучше брать, пожалуйста!!! Уже 2 недели мучаюсь, выбираю ребёнку для занятий и себе для души (тоже играю), между CLP 525 и CLP 535. Заранее спасибо!!!
+Ирина Казадаева Ирина! Только что смотрела видео, чтобы перевести для папы. Здесь отмечены несколько основных моментов: - по качеству звука (насколько схож с настоящим инструментом) следующие отличия *у 535 больше колонки, соответственно качество звучания лучше, чем у 525 *у 535 есть такой момент, что он передает не только вибрацию от соприкосновения молоточка и струны (как 525), но и отдачу на клавишу. Грубо говоря, если вы сильнее нажмете на клавишу, молоточек ударит по струне сильнее и отдача по клавише будет жестче. Вы это почувствуете. Если мягче, то соответственно будет мягче. *у 535 есть еще такой эффект. Когда молоточек бьет по струне, она на реальном инструменте еще еле задевает соседние струны, создавая объем звука. Это учтено в модели 535, а в 525 не учтено - остальные отличия, о которых он говорит в основном по расширенному набору технических характеристик, которые вы можете прочитать в инструкции, не по звучанию. В конце автор этого видео говорит, что он, как учитель музыки был бы очень рад узнать, что кто-то из его учеников играет на 525, так как это очень хороший инструмент. Но 535 действительно стоит тех денег, которые за него просят, потому что звучит по-другому.
+Olga Sitnik Ольга, ОГРОМНОЕ СПАСИБО ВАМ, за столь развёрнутый ответ и за то, что, вообще, не проигнорировали-ответили!!! Сомнения развеялись, сделали свой выбор, заказали инструмент, ждём... Через неделю станем счастливыми обладателями Yamaha CLP 535. Ещё раз большое спасибо, удачи Вам!!!🌺💐🌷🤗
Hi, I really appreciate your videos! Thank you very much! May I ask if there is anything else comparable to CLP535? I like its CFX and Bösendorfer samples, and the key mechanical design...The only problem is it was a little too big. Any suggestions?
@@ePianoscouk But I will buy CLP 535 after 3 years when I pass out of engineering...I will buy from you because I am not able to find any dealer in India...
+Kyle Williston P255 is desgined to be portable so it's quite slim and only has small-ish speakers built in, the max polyphony is the same (256) as the whole clavinova range which makes it pretty impressive. If you've got to take it out and play a gig then P255 is clearly better as it'll fit in the back of a car, however the CLP models are desgined to be more of a permanant fixture, like a piece of furniture, they look nice and can house larger speakers which produces a more impressive sounds. So there is no winner, it just depends on how you want to use your piano.
+Kyle Williston Yes with the CLP535 I'd say yes, but several other factors will come into play, eg the CLP545 has a special mode for using headphones called 'stereophonic optimisation' which makes using headphones a more 'live' experience, the CLP545 also has wooden keys which are much more authentic to play than the standard plastic ones. The CLP575 not only has both of these but also a technology called Virtual Resonance Modelling, which transforms the sound completely and allows you to 'swell' the sound of the piano by letting all the strings play off eachother's harmonies just like you can on a real grand piano. Sorry to babble on, it's quite difficult to explain these things in writing! Hope this helps anyway.
Robbinsffxi For the extra cost over the 535 the wooden keys and improved action make it much better The large speaker channel underneath makes the CLP545 a much fuller richer sound- so probably yes!
Brilliant...just got white Clavinova 535 , two days ago. The cost here in Iceland is 1500 pounds ...but worth it
Driving myself mad trying to compare - your video really helped. I'm going to buy direct from you. Brilliant
Thank you Avril. Glad to hear I helped you decide.
Excellent review. This is exactly what I was just looking for, and finally found it here. Thank u guys!
Every time I watch one of your comparisons, I end up liking the piano you like best! It may mean I'm a simpleton.
Just wanted to post "thanks" to Chris Hammond for these fantastic videos. We're in the States -- but wish we could (economically) make our purchase from you and ePianos. These comparative videos are invaluable to parents who struggle with discerning the (sometimes minute) differences between like models. Through in derivative model numbers -- an "R" at the end of YDP162, for example -- and our heads are left spinning, forestalling our purchase as we don't want to confront "buyer's remorse". But regarding digital pianos, you've solved it, and your encyclopedic knowledge of the merchandise you represent, your passion for piano, and your gifted speaking and conversational style, while anticipating our questions, are indispensable. Thank you again.
+William J. Brown Thank you William that's really kind of you. You have articulated precisely why I wanted to make these videos and I'm very pleased that I helped you, and hopefully others too.
thanks, I have all ready 525 and it's very nice to play it..
Hi Chris. Thanks for the great video. I think I made the right choice. The 535 sounds great. Thanks for the fantastic service too.
Cheers,
Marie-Jeanne
+Marie-Jeanne Ribbink Thank you for buying from us, keep your practice up and I wish you many happy music filled days.
2:16 That's some excellent editing right there. Haha
Thank you. I am very proud of that edit and well done for spotting it.
Helpful videos and expert advice.
5 stars.
Shopping for pianos is shit... You first aim at a 500€ piano but in the end you end up with a 20k € grand piano... xD
really helpful (: Makes the struggle of choosing a digi piano easier
Please make a video for the CLP 625 vs. the the CLP 635. :)
How many edit's in post processing you had to do to correct that "250 pounds of difference" xD.
Great video by the way, great presentation and explanation of those subtle differences.
+maximumsid Hehee, yes I said "150 pounds" in the original take and only noticed during editing! Then gave myself a real headache trying to overdub '250', good spot! - Thanks for the kind words re the rest of the video also.
Thanks for replying. After understanding the differences between clp 525 and 535, I am going to buy 535.
I have played 525 and it was nice however I couldn't find 535 for demo in India. Still I'm buying it.
I hope playing 535 would be a great experience.
Really great review! Thanks!
Thanks Chris, this is an outstanding review. I was choosing between these 2. Cheers!
+Terence Choo Thanks, glad to help.
That Jazz piece !!! Man !!!!!
Thank you very much for this great Video!!!
This is an awesome video, it has helped me so much understand the Yamaha Clavinova. I am really thinking seriously of purchasing of of these, they are awesome. I wish I could see a demo on using the headphones while practicing without disturbing anyone at night. Also how to do a recording of the piece of music on the Clavinova.
Great review!
If I could be a bit cheeky and use you as a resource of information since I don't have anything like your experience with digital pianos, I'd quite like to know what the general difference - the basics - is between the different classes of Pianos in the Yamaha family, mainly between the Arius series and the Clavinova series. You're not American, your videos are really informative but packed with nuggets of info I didn't know so I'd love to just have a 'what's the difference' video, you know? Because Yamaha wouldn't release anything that was 'bad' or naff, and it just seems the more money you have to spend, there will be a digital piano in that league, and at some point - for me it comes at around the £2000 mark - I start asking "Why do you need to spend more money than this on a digital piano. They're all brilliant, surely? Yamaha's a trusted brand. So, there we are, I just thought I'd ask. Kind of a 'beginners guide' would be useful.
gmfmusic85 Thanks for the request will try and work on something
Essentially the Arius YDP are the budget series, the Clavinova are the middle range and the N1 upwards are the hybrid series. For a player who does exams or is of a reasonable standard the CLP will take you through all your grades- where a YDP might only get you to grade 3 or 4 without you aspiring to a better model
I purchased the 535 after watching this video ! Thank you it really helped in making my decision! I love the demonstration small tune you play in the beginning of this video may I ask what it is ? I would love to learn it!
I don't think it is strings next to it but the strings that are in the same scale. That's how it works in the guitars at least.
Great demo man
Hi Chris, thank you for your reviews! It made me decide for the CLP535 and it's just amazing!
I would like to know the name of the piece you are playing at the end of the video, when you demonstrate that you can play smoother and with a more swelling sound with the clp535. Thank you again from Spain!
+Juanlu Cadu Thank you! I hope you enjoy it. Most of the music I play I just make up as I go. But you can hear some of my work here; ua-cam.com/users/Teleandfilmmusic
1:02 That chair spin :D
I tried to do the full 360 spin but it ended badly.
I read on the website that CLP-535 have 6 touch sensitivities and CLP-525 have 4 touch sensitivities. Does that mean that CLP-535 is able to produce 6 different sounds when the key is pressed and CLP-525 is able to produce 4 different sounds when the key is pressed with different pressure?
Duncan Ng Hi, the touch sensitivity settings (I think) you're referring to are difficult to explain, I'd really like to make a video to explain them! perhaps we will. Essentially when you set it to SOFT it doesn't take such effort to hit a high volume, when I'm teaching a young beginner they tend to be very timid on the keys to I set it to SOFT and they can still produce a loud enough volume for me to hear. When they become more confident, and eventually really strike the keys, I set it back to MEDIUM or HARD so it almost absorbs their key strikes and the volume isn't so overpowering. Personally I like to set them to HARD because, as you see in the videos, I'm quite heavy handed and I find it's more forgiving to my style. It's a very useful option to have on a digital piano.
Duncan Ng I
hi, I really like your introduction between these two models, could you also do the PSR-S series? PSR-S 970 & 670 and PSR-E 443 & 353 , thank you!
Hi, I really enjoy your videos. I hope you can make me a big favor, Could you made a video comparing CLP 575 and CLP 585. I have really difficulties to understand if both are similar or the difference are really impacted at the moment of playing and the auditory experience.
Whelp. Saving up like $2000-$3000 for the 535.
thank you so much
Awesome video, I would like to know what is the loudest I can play this instrument, and If it is adjustable. Thanks :)
Hi, Great video. I guess my budget suits clp 525, as i am more interested in playing piano, but i would love to know why clp525 is priced much higher than dgx 650?
I understand dgx 650 has maybe dozens of more features and voices, then what makes it cheaper than clp 525?
Looking forward to ur reply for a better understanding.
Thanks
+alpha 4375 CLP525 has Yamaha's premium key mechanism called the GH3, it's highly realistic in the way it replicates the real feel and touch of a grand piano. The DGX uses a 'budget' version of this called the GHS which is still considered 'weighted' but is nowhere near as good. For me this is where the difference in price can be found. One other thing is the max polyphony is double on the 525 than the DGX (256 and 128 respectively).
This video was really useful in helping me choose which electric piano to go for. Thank you. Where is your shop, by the way? It can be pretty hard to find a music shop with the exact product you want in order to try before you buy,
gmfmusic85 Our store is One Man Band in Banbury, Oxfordshire. Its our 20th year this year- you can contact all us on 01295 266788 for more details and information. We have a large showroom with the full range of Yamaha digital Pianos and keyboards
Ah, wicked, I'm in Northampton so not too far away. I'll definitely be popping in when I get the chance!
Prefer the sound of 535 and the looking also.
Chris, Thanks for your video! You have made no mention of the fact that neither of these digital pianos feature the 88 keys "linear weight distribution" found in a normal piano. Is this a big deal ? I assume it is to be, and if so should I go for the next higher up model that does ? What do you think of the GH3X with or without NW, is it worth the additional cost ? Thank you.
+Jason55 44 Hi, to be frank the 'linear weight distribution' or 'Linear Graded Hammer action' is not something I personally notice when swapping between 545/575. (to anyone reading this wondering what we're on about, on CLP575 every single key has a slightly different weight, just like a traditional piano, but on CLP545 the weight grading only changes every few keys). But some people say I am not a sensitive enough player to notice these things anyway! - The much more noticable difference when you move to CLP575 is the Virtual Resonance Modeling, which is a very clever effect which mimics the natural swelling sound that real strings make in a piano's cabinet (hopefully a video coming soon on this) for me this is the CLP575s strongest feature, along with the 2-way speaker which enhances everything. There's far too much to say in writing, I'll get working on the video for you. And on your other question; wooden keys are absolutely wonderful.
+ePianos.co.uk I did not know that the 535/545, even though did not include the linear grading, still DO include grading every few keys, (just not at every key) if i understand you correctly. Thanks, i will watch out for the next video.
How about a comparison between the ydp 162 the clp 525 and the clp535?
ePianos.co.uk
simon Gustafsson Ok, I'll try and film one soon!
Thanks keep up the good work! :D
Добрый вечер! Очень понравилось видео, посмотрела от начала до конца, но ничего не поняла, т.к. не знаю, к сожалению, английский язык:(. Если кто-то знает русский, можете написать какое лучше брать, пожалуйста!!! Уже 2 недели мучаюсь, выбираю ребёнку для занятий и себе для души (тоже играю), между CLP 525 и CLP 535. Заранее спасибо!!!
+Ирина Казадаева
Ирина! Только что смотрела видео, чтобы перевести для папы. Здесь отмечены несколько основных моментов:
- по качеству звука (насколько схож с настоящим инструментом) следующие отличия
*у 535 больше колонки, соответственно качество звучания лучше, чем у 525
*у 535 есть такой момент, что он передает не только вибрацию от соприкосновения молоточка и струны (как 525), но и отдачу на клавишу. Грубо говоря, если вы сильнее нажмете на клавишу, молоточек ударит по струне сильнее и отдача по клавише будет жестче. Вы это почувствуете. Если мягче, то соответственно будет мягче.
*у 535 есть еще такой эффект. Когда молоточек бьет по струне, она на реальном инструменте еще еле задевает соседние струны, создавая объем звука. Это учтено в модели 535, а в 525 не учтено
- остальные отличия, о которых он говорит в основном по расширенному набору технических характеристик, которые вы можете прочитать в инструкции, не по звучанию.
В конце автор этого видео говорит, что он, как учитель музыки был бы очень рад узнать, что кто-то из его учеников играет на 525, так как это очень хороший инструмент. Но 535 действительно стоит тех денег, которые за него просят, потому что звучит по-другому.
+Olga Sitnik Ольга, ОГРОМНОЕ СПАСИБО ВАМ, за столь развёрнутый ответ и за то, что, вообще, не проигнорировали-ответили!!! Сомнения развеялись, сделали свой выбор, заказали инструмент, ждём... Через неделю станем счастливыми обладателями Yamaha CLP 535. Ещё раз большое спасибо, удачи Вам!!!🌺💐🌷🤗
Hi, I really appreciate your videos! Thank you very much!
May I ask if there is anything else comparable to CLP535? I like its CFX and Bösendorfer samples, and the key mechanical design...The only problem is it was a little too big. Any suggestions?
Yamaha P255 would be the closest thing. Have a look at my video here: ua-cam.com/video/I9vcKWAmpNY/v-deo.html
Sir, do you transport digital pianos to India?
Yes
@@ePianoscouk But I will buy CLP 535 after 3 years when I pass out of engineering...I will buy from you because I am not able to find any dealer in India...
Name of piece you're playing at 6:15 please?
How would these CLP models compare against the Yamaha p255?
+Kyle Williston P255 is desgined to be portable so it's quite slim and only has small-ish speakers built in, the max polyphony is the same (256) as the whole clavinova range which makes it pretty impressive. If you've got to take it out and play a gig then P255 is clearly better as it'll fit in the back of a car, however the CLP models are desgined to be more of a permanant fixture, like a piece of furniture, they look nice and can house larger speakers which produces a more impressive sounds. So there is no winner, it just depends on how you want to use your piano.
Thank you very much for the response. If I was using headphones can I expect similar sound quality from the p255 and the CLP models?
+Kyle Williston Yes with the CLP535 I'd say yes, but several other factors will come into play, eg the CLP545 has a special mode for using headphones called 'stereophonic optimisation' which makes using headphones a more 'live' experience, the CLP545 also has wooden keys which are much more authentic to play than the standard plastic ones. The CLP575 not only has both of these but also a technology called Virtual Resonance Modelling, which transforms the sound completely and allows you to 'swell' the sound of the piano by letting all the strings play off eachother's harmonies just like you can on a real grand piano. Sorry to babble on, it's quite difficult to explain these things in writing! Hope this helps anyway.
“Lovely lovely swelling sound”
you say CLP525 is £939 but on your website it is £1091, has it gone up or are there are different priced bundles etc? thanks
Yamaha have put prices have up since this video was shot.
You look like Kyle Landry!
No, Kyle Landry looks like me ;-)
Un piano es un piano madera acero hierro fieltros i nada electrónico.
is there a MIDI jack on both of them?
+Stinni Yes, MIDI in, out and through on both.
Can you guys deliver to India?
We can delivery free to any UK port but you have to arrange shipping.
what about ydp 162 ?
+Sangar Salam Hi, I just made a video about the YDP 162 here ua-cam.com/video/wSHN_sSkNLU/v-deo.html
Is CLP 545 worth it?
Robbinsffxi For the extra cost over the 535 the wooden keys and improved action make it much better
The large speaker channel underneath makes the CLP545 a much fuller richer sound- so probably yes!
Thank you, it's a great guide. It helps me a lot to choose model.