I'm a beginner and I have to choose between Yamaha YDP 164 or CLP 625. I'm choosing between these 2 because of the synthetic ivory and both are less than 1k in price. So, YDP is the most expensive in the YDP series for beginners, CLP is the entry level of the Clavinova which is made for more than just beginners. So, what to choose? Thanks =)
I would buy a YDP 164 instead of CLP 625. It's cheaper and supports the Smart Pianist app. this Bosendorfer and Escapement stuff are not appealing enough to get the 625. 635 is great tho. It's even better value than 645 imo. That wood doesn't change anything, instead of more maintenance cost if you ever get in trouble.
Since the CLP 635 and CLP 545 are almost the same price which one would you recommend ? Is the Pianoroom feature as well as VRM on the 635 good enough to outclass the speakers on the CLP 545 ?
I had the same question in a local shop today and I was told that one important thing to realize is that the sampling technology itself got better between generations so I was recommended the CLP-635 which I ordered and it should arrive by the end of the week.
Debating between the CLP 635, Kawai CN 37, and the Roland HP 603. All basically the same price here in the US but no stores here sell all 3. Anyone have experience with those?
CN37. Bought a CN35 just under a year ago, had recurring problems with keys clicking. Two repairs, then replaced with the 37. Same problem again; now looking for an upgrade to a model with different action, or a different manufacturer. Terrific instrument if you get a good one, but I'm losing faith in the brand tbh.
Update: Very disppointed with Kawai. They have said that clicking keys is 'normal' and refused to deal with it as a warranty issue. Went back to the shop who offered a full refund, we're now paying quite a bit extra to upgrade to the Yamaha CLP-645. At the time of original purchase the CN35 sounded as good as other brand models costing a good few hundred pounds more - but being newcomers we didn't know the name and were wary but we listened, used our judgement and accepted the salesman's advice. As I said, terrific instrument if you get a good one but Kawai have long-standing quality control problems dating back as long as 7 years, and their service and attitude has been sorely lacking. Now that we're getting rid of our CN37 - which we've only had 3 or 4 months - we wouldn't go back to Kawai.
goldenshowercap this is strange.. I have a CN37 with no clicking keys at all. And never heard someone talk about that. I didnt buy a CLP645 because the black keys "click"!! on all CLP645's!! black keys on the 645 feel so cheap and its much better on the 635.. its crazy. Its a shame because the overall key action on the 645 is better for sure!! its just that annoying clicking
Sod's law! Glad your 37 gives you no trouble. I went for CLP645 but it's not just the black keys that click! All of them do albeit more quietly than the Kawai. Had enough, going for an acoustic now!
This clicking keys business...please tell me, is this related to that "escapement" feature? I've played only acoustic piano in the past. Key action/response is smooth and infinitely unobstructed in an acoustic of course; but I'm not in a position for an acoustic piano at this time. I'm wondering whether or not to even bother with digital.
haha thx, didn't know about the original. I was wondering why this fancy british guy knows about 2pac songs ^^ th-cam.com/video/eXvBjCO19QY/w-d-xo.html
600 is the newer series. There are a few (small) differences, it's probably the easiest to compare the functions of the model you're interested in directly on the Yamaha website. They still list both series.
+Leo Lim remember to be realistic - you will need to put in a bit of work whatever method you decide on for learning piano I've been researching into different systems and discovered a great resource at Denelle Piano Lesson (google it if you are interested)
In CLP 500 series the VRM technology was only in CLP 575 and CLP 585.. But In CLP 600 series the VRM technology is in CLP 635 and all above models.. Which is the main difference.. VRM technology makes such a big difference..
you probably found that out already, but you can most likely just use an aux cable from the headphone jack to the mic input on the soundcard of your pc.
yes, I am looking for that. The CLP-665 GP is going to have bigger speakers and a soundboard-like board on the speakers, so it might sound more realistic.
It has two 16 cm speakers and two 5 cm speakers so it's not such a big difference compared to CLP-635. However, I don't know how the cabinet resonates, I haven't seen the grand looking piano in stores here in the Czech Republic and I guess they don't get sold very often because people here don't usually have all that much money.
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Maybe the best review on TH-cam. Congrats
Great review! Ordered a CLP 635 from you on Thursday and it's coming on Monday!
Very helpful. Certainly specified the differences in the models! 635 is the way to go. Thank you.
This is really a great review and presentation..Ive just ordered 735 but just because 635 is completely out of stock in my country..
3:20 CLP635 - Bosendorfer
a really great review! thank you so much
Many thanks Masoud!
I'm a beginner and I have to choose between Yamaha YDP 164 or CLP 625. I'm choosing between these 2 because of the synthetic ivory and both are less than 1k in price. So, YDP is the most expensive in the YDP series for beginners, CLP is the entry level of the Clavinova which is made for more than just beginners. So, what to choose?
Thanks =)
best DP vids on the internet, thanks Tony!
Thank you very much!
Nice review , 635 is clear winner. Not sure if there is any update for this model in 2021.
What's the piece played at @1:23?
I am planning to buy clp 635...How much would be the life period of this instrument?
Thank you very much. very helpfull for me to
Bonnie Raitt! Good choice
635 is awesome
in piano 635 the sound is binaural, and in 625 the binaural sound is turned off and the usual sound is recorded ..
Very pleasant playing.
I would buy a YDP 164 instead of CLP 625. It's cheaper and supports the Smart Pianist app. this Bosendorfer and Escapement stuff are not appealing enough to get the 625. 635 is great tho. It's even better value than 645 imo. That wood doesn't change anything, instead of more maintenance cost if you ever get in trouble.
Where can I find the buyer's guide?
12:37 - Fields of Gold? :)
in piano 635 the sound is binaural, and in 625 the binaural sound is turned off and the usual sound is recorded .. Do not mislead the audience.
what does this mean
Thank you ! I want to hear the 625 binaural now
Since the CLP 635 and CLP 545 are almost the same price which one would you recommend ? Is the Pianoroom feature as well as VRM on the 635 good enough to outclass the speakers on the CLP 545 ?
I had the same question in a local shop today and I was told that one important thing to realize is that the sampling technology itself got better between generations so I was recommended the CLP-635 which I ordered and it should arrive by the end of the week.
Debating between the CLP 635, Kawai CN 37, and the Roland HP 603. All basically the same price here in the US but no stores here sell all 3. Anyone have experience with those?
CN37. Bought a CN35 just under a year ago, had recurring problems with keys clicking. Two repairs, then replaced with the 37. Same problem again; now looking for an upgrade to a model with different action, or a different manufacturer. Terrific instrument if you get a good one, but I'm losing faith in the brand tbh.
Update: Very disppointed with Kawai. They have said that clicking keys is 'normal' and refused to deal with it as a warranty issue. Went back to the shop who offered a full refund, we're now paying quite a bit extra to upgrade to the Yamaha CLP-645.
At the time of original purchase the CN35 sounded as good as other brand models costing a good few hundred pounds more - but being newcomers we didn't know the name and were wary but we listened, used our judgement and accepted the salesman's advice. As I said, terrific instrument if you get a good one but Kawai have long-standing quality control problems dating back as long as 7 years, and their service and attitude has been sorely lacking. Now that we're getting rid of our CN37 - which we've only had 3 or 4 months - we wouldn't go back to Kawai.
goldenshowercap
this is strange..
I have a CN37 with no clicking keys at all. And never heard someone talk about that. I didnt buy a CLP645 because the black keys "click"!! on all CLP645's!!
black keys on the 645 feel so cheap and its much better on the 635.. its crazy. Its a shame because the overall key action on the 645 is better for sure!! its just that annoying clicking
Sod's law! Glad your 37 gives you no trouble. I went for CLP645 but it's not just the black keys that click! All of them do albeit more quietly than the Kawai. Had enough, going for an acoustic now!
This clicking keys business...please tell me, is this related to that "escapement" feature? I've played only acoustic piano in the past. Key action/response is smooth and infinitely unobstructed in an acoustic of course; but I'm not in a position for an acoustic piano at this time. I'm wondering whether or not to even bother with digital.
Can I use the smart pianist app to tune the piano etc on the 625?
yes, you can.
What's the first song you play on both 625 and 635?
Can't make you love me
What's the name of the song at 11:00?
The CLP635 is just awesome. I want it :o
Just the way it is - Bruce Hornsby
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Wow thanks :) Couldn't remember the name
haha thx, didn't know about the original. I was wondering why this fancy british guy knows about 2pac songs ^^ th-cam.com/video/eXvBjCO19QY/w-d-xo.html
“Very quick?” 😂
How the different between clp 500 series and 600 series? Because look like same function.
600 is the newer series. There are a few (small) differences, it's probably the easiest to compare the functions of the model you're interested in directly on the Yamaha website. They still list both series.
+Leo Lim
remember to be realistic - you will need to put in a bit of work whatever method you decide on for learning piano I've been researching into different systems and discovered a great resource at Denelle Piano Lesson (google it if you are interested)
In CLP 500 series the VRM technology was only in CLP 575 and CLP 585..
But In CLP 600 series the VRM technology is in CLP 635 and all above models.. Which is the main difference..
VRM technology makes such a big difference..
What's the 1st song name?
Which colours are these?
625 black, 635 walnut
Whats the name of the piece at 2:23
I Can't Make You Love Me by Bonnie Raitt
How did you extract the áudio from the clp 625?
I own one but I dont know how to copy my recording to the pc
Headphone output direct into the camera
Bonners Music Superstore Thanks!
Besides using a câmera, how can I do It?
you probably found that out already, but you can most likely just use an aux cable from the headphone jack to the mic input on the soundcard of your pc.
Do CLP-6XX series have any kind of mini grands？
If you mean if they have a model that looks like a grand, then yes, they have the CLP-665GP model.
yes, I am looking for that.
The CLP-665 GP is going to have bigger speakers and a soundboard-like board on the speakers, so it might sound more realistic.
It has two 16 cm speakers and two 5 cm speakers so it's not such a big difference compared to CLP-635. However, I don't know how the cabinet resonates, I haven't seen the grand looking piano in stores here in the Czech Republic and I guess they don't get sold very often because people here don't usually have all that much money.
Sound volumes are VERY poor. Please re edit!