Yamaha CP1 Digital Piano Information, Specifications and Resources

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Yamaha CP1

Overview

The Yamaha CP1 is a digital piano released in 2010. It is aimed at those primarily wanting a quality piano sound and keyboard feel.

The CP1 has 88 fully weighted full sized keys with touch sensitivity but no aftertouch. It has 128 notes of polyphony. It has 17 on board sounds including pianos and real world sounds, and a sustain/damper pedal.

It has built-in MIDI capabilities. It has no built-in learning system. It has a built-in amplifier and speakers. It runs from AC power.

It's a part of the CP family of instruments.

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Disclosure

As the Yamaha CP1 is 16 years old, you may find used models and spare parts on ebay.

Specifications

Form

Number of Keys: 88
Key Weight: Piano
Key Size: Full
Touch Sensitive:
Aftertouch:

Sound

Number of Voices: 17
Polyphony: 128
Sound Generation: SCM
Piano Sounds:
Real World Sounds:
Sounds Editable:
Accompaniments:

Extra Features

Recorder/Sequencer:
Tutorials:

Communication

MIDI:
USB:
Tablet Connectivity:

Power

AC Power:
Batteries:

Audio

Speakers:
Audio Out:
Audio In:

Pedals

Sustain Pedal:
Soft Pedal:
Expression Pedal:

Release Info

Year: 2010
RRP: $6000

Description

The CP1's design is an elegant blend of tradition and innovation with attention to detail and quality in every component. Each individual part of the CP1 was specifically designed to reflect Yamaha's commitment to making a timeless instrument with lasting value. The classic wooden side panels and the vintage textured top call up memories of legendary keyboards of the past. The brilliant vacuum florescent display, brushed aluminum volume knob and lighted Yamaha logo reflect the state–of–the–art, cutting edge technology under the hood. The knobs, switches and intuitive user interface are all laid out for optimum ease of use in performance. All these design elements come together to make a stunning visual statement on stage.

Providing the ultimate in acoustic and vintage electric piano touch and tone, the CP1 is Yamaha's flagship designed for the demanding pro.

FAQ

Is it possible to change temperament, such as just intonation?

CP1 can be changed to any one of 7 types of temperament (tuning methods). If you select a temperament other than “Equal”, you need to set the fundamental tone (the tonic of the key of the song to be played)

What year was the Yamaha CP1 launched?

This instrument was launched in 2010

What other models did Yamaha release in 2010?

What models did other manufacturers release in 2010?

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