Yamaha CP88
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Yamaha
CP88
Product Info
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The CP88 is a solid choice for gigging musicians needing a reliable, portable stage piano. It nails the core piano sounds and action with a focus on live usability – the seamless sound switching is a game-changer. It's a great all-rounder for a wide range of genres, particularly those where a clean, responsive piano sound is paramount.
Product Description
- Yamaha CP88
- Stage Piano
- 88 Keys
- NW-GH3 Keyboard (weighted
- wood with synthetic ivory top layer)
- All functions directly accessible - optimized for live musicians
- Seamless Sound Switching (SSS) for uninterrupted sound changes
- Sound generation: AWM2
- 128 voices
- 106 Voices
- 160 Live set sounds (80 presets)
- 23 Insert effects
- 2 delay effects
- reverb
- 3-band EQ
- LC display (128 x 64 pixels)
- Stereo output (6.3 mm jack and XLR)
- Stereo headphone output (6.3 mm jack)
- External stereo input (6.3 mm jack)
- Foot pedal 1 & 2 (6.3 mm jack)
- Foot switch and sustain pedal (6.3 mm jack)
- MIDI input / output
- 2x USB port (To Host & To Device)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 1298 x 364 x 141 mm
- Weight: 18.6 kg
PROS
- • NW-GH3 action feels incredibly realistic, like a premium acoustic piano
- • Seamless Sound Switching eliminates performance interruptions mid-song
- • Excellent AWM2 engine delivers nuanced, expressive piano tones
- • Compact stage piano design balances portability with professional features
CONS
- • Sound engine, while good, lacks the depth of dedicated workstations
- • Limited effects compared to more expensive, fully-featured stage pianos
- • The LC display is functional, but a bit small and basic
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Key Features
Keys
88
Key Action
NW-GH3 (weighted, wood core, synthetic ivory top layer)
Sounds
106 Voices, 160 Live Set sounds (80 presets), AWM2 sound generation
Polyphony
128 voices
Effects
23 Insert effects, 2 delay effects, reverb, 3-band EQ
Connections
Stereo output (6.3 mm jack & XLR), Headphone output (6.3 mm jack), External input (6.3 mm jack), Foot pedal 1 & 2 (6.3 mm jack), Foot switch, MIDI I/O, 2x USB (Host & Device)
Weight
18.6 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a very close approximation; it lacks the absolute nuance and subtle variations of a top-tier acoustic, but it’s remarkably realistic for a stage piano and provides excellent control.
Yes, the Live Sets are designed for quick access and modification; you can easily switch between them and adjust parameters using the front panel controls.
Absolutely, it functions as a USB MIDI and audio interface, allowing for direct integration with your DAW for recording and virtual instrument use.
