Previously owned Yamaha CLP-S408PE Slimline Piano.
A Linear Graded Hammer action and GP Response damper pedal take the playing experience to a higher level, presented in a stylish slim-line cabinet.
- Natural Wood white keys with Synthetic Ivory keytops
- 14 voices each with 2 variations
- Yamaha "Real Grand Expression" sound engine
- Smooth release and damper resonance features
- Key-off samples, string resonance and stereo sustain samples
- USB audio recording and playback
- Linear Graded Hammer action
- GP Response damper pedal
- Acoustic speaker enclosure
Great features found on this piano:
"Real Grand Expression (RGE)" Sound, touch, pedals–perfectly integrated to give you the sensation of playing a grand piano.
The sound is heard just as it was played. "RGE Sound Engine" provides playing response and expressive capability.
The RGE Sound Engine delivers the ultimate expressive capability. It features a Smooth Release function which can express sound with great clarity, and clearly express notes. It captures the essence of a piano performance brilliantly.
Dynamic change of sound is dependent on touch.
This Clavinova produces deep resonances by using piano sounds that have been accurately sampling for their entire length. Proprietary technology creates smooth and dynamic changes according to the strength of the touch. Additionally, to achieve a performance feel rivaling that of a grand piano, the touch was carefully refined by many pianists who played it and gave their feedback for Yamaha’s research and development.
Piano Voices embody the careful attention only a piano manufacturer can give.
The grand piano Voices are from th Yamaha CFX concert grand piano. A single piano best suited for recording was selected and then tuned to the finest possible condition by a veteran piano tuner. All the sounds were recorded resulting in a sound that displays not only the beauty of each note, but the harmonized sound of a single piano.
256-note polyphony lets you play without notes dropping-out, especially useful if multi tracking
Good range of piano sounds that you can choose to match the piece or style you want to play
Real piano touch with Yamaha's "Natural Wood keyboard".
Like a grand piano, the keys are made of solid wood that has undergone the long drying process required for use in a musical instrument. By selecting only the highest quality sections of each piece of wood, keys that are more resistant to warping and deforming than those of laminated wooden keyboards are created. The keys have three sensors, like the GH3 keyboard, that enhance sensitivity to the pianist. Combined with the solid texture of wood, this provides an outstanding playing experience and performance.
"Synthetic ivory keytops" remain tactile during long performances.
Synthetic ivory keytops feature a soft, slightly porous surface that gives keys added grip and natural friction for improved ease in playing, especially during long playing sessions.
"88-key Linear Graded Hammers" reproduce a unique weight for each key, a first for digital pianos.
Each key in the Clavinova keyboard has a unique weight. On a traditional acoustic piano, the strings are short and narrow in the treble section and get progressively thicker and longer in the bass section. To produce an even sound, the hammers hitting the keys become larger from low to high. Thanks to the 88-key Linear Graded Hammers, this is the first digital piano to precisely recreate the keyboard touch of a grand piano where the weight, touch and return of every key is different.
Keys have a long distance to the fulcrum offering easy-to-play touch, even to the base of each key.
The keys provide a pleasing touch down to the base, because the distance from the tip of the key to the fulcrum is extremely long. When playing a piece that uses many black keys, even when you press a white key near its base, the key sinks softly, maintaining the delicate nuances of either soft or hard key strokes.
The acoustic system produces acoustic piano sound as if the instrument itself is resonating.
The speakers, amps and other acoustic systems have been optimized so the player hears nothing but the best sound during a performance. These musical instrument-like resonances give the impression that the Clavinova is more acoustic than it is digital.
"The GP Response Damper Pedal" provides an operating feel just like that of a grand piano.
The GP Response Damper Pedal reproduces the typical grand piano feeling, for example less resistance when starting to press and a heavy feeling when the pedal begins to take effect. As a result, players achieve greater control when operating the damper pedal.
"Intelligent Acoustic Control" provides a full, balanced sound with rich lows and clear highs even at low volumes.
Volume adjustment is convenient for playing at home, where sometimes others may prefer you play softly. You've probably experienced the fact that when the volume is low, it is difficult to hear treble and bass. On a Clavinova, however, the Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) function automatically adjusts the sound, so you enjoy proper sound balance even at low volumes. Additionally, the volume dial automatically makes fine adjustments to overall sound of the speaker system (EQ) at low volume. This ability to adjust volume without losing the rich and balanced sound is an exclusive Yamaha benefit, ensuring you always play with the utmost sound quality.
Two recording functions can be used selectively according to your purpose.
[Recording on a Clavinova is simple and speedy].
Recording is a useful way to evaluate your performances. You can record with the touch of a button and even do two-track recording, which lets you record the parts for your two hands separately, then play them simultaneously. You can also store performances on a USB memory device.*
* Storage format is SMF. To play the files on a computer, compatible software (such as QuickTime or Windows Media Player) and sound source are required. By using the USB Audio Recorder, you can record your own performances on to USB flash memory as an audio file.* Because it can be played back without a Clavinova, you can store it on a PC to track and compare your progress or put the recordings on a CD so your family and friends can enjoy them. You can also listen to the files on-the-go by loading them on to portable media players.
* Uses WAV storage format.
Wide selection of realistic musical instrument Voices adds variety to your performances.
Along with the piano voices, Clavinova also offers a wide selection of musical instrument voices, including electric pianos, Yamaha's CP1, harpsichord, guitar and strings, which you will find many opportunities to use. You can use these voices as Dual voices (2 at once) and Split mode.
Beautiful, slim piano design with a feeling of luxury.
The slim body is only 43cm deep. It achieves the convenience of being slim enough for a small space as well as the expressive power unique to Clavinova, without compromise. The cabinet is simply designed, maintaining the essential appearance of a piano. Scrupulous attention was paid to every detail, including the rectangular silhouette, key cover and beautifully balanced front legs.
A deep and brilliant luster, achieved by using the same coating and techniques as for grand pianos.
The finish has a deep and brilliant piano-like luster, affording a feeling of luxury. The coating, which is resistant to scratches as well as to excessive humidity and temperature, is the same as that used to finish grand pianos. The coating process is also the same, and results in a beautiful luster thanks to repeated grinding and polishing by piano craftsmen.
Environmentally friendly design reduces power consumption by as much as 10%.
Reduce power consumption by up to 10% from previous models by using high efficiency amplifiers. These amplifiers save energy and improve sound quality.
