The Yamaha CLP-825B Clavinova Digital Piano in Black is the streamlined entry point into Yamaha's current CLP-800 Series, combining a serious weighted piano action with flagship concert grand piano sounds and sophisticated acoustic modelling technology.

At its heart is Yamaha's 88-note GrandTouch-S keyboard, featuring synthetic ebony and ivory keytops and escapement. This is a non-wooden keyboard action, designed to provide the weighted response expected from a home piano while keeping the CLP-825 more compact and accessible than models further up the Clavinova range.

The piano sound engine features two celebrated concert grand instruments: the Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial.

Yamaha complements these with Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) and Grand Expression Modeling, technologies designed to recreate the complex resonance and expressive response associated with an acoustic piano.

The CLP-825 also provides 256-note polyphony, 10 Voices, GrandTouch pedals, Bluetooth Audio and MIDI, a 24-bit USB Audio Interface, two headphone outputs and Yamaha Smart Pianist compatibility.

Finished in versatile Black, the CLP-825B is an excellent choice for pianists who want the core piano experience of Yamaha's modern Clavinova range without requiring the larger feature set, cabinet or speaker systems of the models above it.

QUICK PRODUCT SUMMARY

The Yamaha CLP-825B is an 88-note home digital piano featuring Yamaha's non-wooden GrandTouch-S weighted keyboard, synthetic ebony and ivory keytops, escapement, Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand Voices and 256-note polyphony.

Its 20W × 2 amplification and twin 12cm diffuser speakers provide an integrated home-piano sound system, while Bluetooth, USB audio, headphone technology and Smart Pianist compatibility add the practical advantages expected from a modern digital piano.

Compared with the CLP-835, the CLP-825 deliberately focuses on the essentials: fewer Voices and recording functions, a smaller speaker system and a more compact cabinet, while retaining many of Yamaha's important core piano technologies.

AT A GLANCE

Key Detail	Information
Product	Yamaha CLP-825B Clavinova
Series	CLP-800
Finish	Black
Finish Code	B
Keyboard	88-note GrandTouch-S
Wooden White Keys	No
Key Surfaces	Synthetic ebony & ivory
Escapement	Yes
Main Piano Voices	Yamaha CFX & Bösendorfer Imperial
Binaural Sampling	CFX Grand
Virtual Resonance Modeling	Yes
Grand Expression Modeling	Yes
Maximum Polyphony	256 notes
Voices	10
Amplification	20W × 2
Speakers	12cm with diffuser × 2
Pedals	3 GrandTouch pedals
Bluetooth	Audio & MIDI*
Width	1,350mm
Height	849mm
Depth	411mm
Weight	45kg
Condition	New

*Bluetooth availability varies according to area.

KEY FEATURES

• Yamaha CLP-800 Series Clavinova

• Versatile Black finish

• 88-note GrandTouch-S keyboard

• Non-wooden key construction

• Synthetic ebony and ivory keytops

• Escapement

• Four Touch Sensitivity settings

• Yamaha CFX concert grand

• Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand

• CFX Grand Binaural Sampling

• Virtual Resonance Modeling – VRM

• Grand Expression Modeling

• 256-note maximum polyphony

• 10 instrument Voices

• 4 Reverb types

• Dual mode

• Duo mode

• GrandTouch three-pedal system

• Half-pedal capability

• 10 Voice Demo Songs

• 50 Classics

• 303 Lesson Songs

• 2-track MIDI recording

• 44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo USB Audio Interface

• Bluetooth Audio & MIDI*

• Two headphone outputs

• Intelligent Acoustic Control

• Stereophonic Optimizer

• 20W × 2 amplification

• Twin 12cm speakers with diffusers

• Yamaha Smart Pianist compatibility

• Compact CLP cabinet

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The CLP-825 is designed around the things that matter most when you sit down to play piano.

A proper weighted keyboard.

Excellent grand piano sounds.

Three pedals.

High polyphony.

Sophisticated resonance modelling.

And a cabinet designed specifically for home piano playing.

Rather than loading the instrument with the broader Voice library, rhythms, extensive recording facilities and larger sound system of the CLP-835, Yamaha has kept the CLP-825 focused.

That makes it particularly attractive for someone whose priority is simply:

Sit down and play piano.

You still get the Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial, along with VRM and Grand Expression Modeling, while the compact cabinet requires considerably less space than the larger CLP models.

GRANDTOUCH-S KEYBOARD

The CLP-825B features Yamaha's 88-note GrandTouch-S keyboard.

It incorporates:

• Fully weighted hammer action

• Synthetic ivory white-key surfaces

• Synthetic ebony black-key surfaces

• Escapement

The CLP-825 uses a non-wooden keyboard action.

This is important when comparing it with models such as the CLP-845, which moves up to GrandTouch-S with wooden white keys.

TOUCH SENSITIVITY

The CLP-825 provides four keyboard-response settings:

• Hard

• Medium

• Soft

• Fixed

These allow the relationship between your physical playing and the resulting dynamics to be adjusted.

SYNTHETIC EBONY & IVORY KEYTOPS

Yamaha uses synthetic ebony and ivory materials for the key surfaces.

Their subtly textured feel is designed to provide comfortable and secure contact beneath the fingers during extended practice.

ESCAPEMENT

The GrandTouch-S action incorporates escapement.

This recreates an element of the subtle mechanical sensation associated with the action of an acoustic grand piano when keys are played slowly and with control.

YAMAHA CFX CONCERT GRAND

The Yamaha CFX is Yamaha's flagship concert grand piano.

Its sampled Voice provides the CLP-825B with a powerful, clear and expressive principal piano sound suitable for everything from early lessons to advanced home playing.

BÖSENDORFER IMPERIAL

The Bösendorfer Imperial provides a distinctly different grand piano character.

Having both instruments available gives the pianist a meaningful tonal choice rather than simply several variations of one piano sound.

CFX BINAURAL SAMPLING

The CLP-825 provides Binaural Sampling for the CFX Grand Voice.

This is particularly valuable when practising through headphones.

Binaural reproduction creates a more natural spatial impression around the pianist, helping private practice feel less like listening to a conventional headphone signal.

VIRTUAL RESONANCE MODELING – VRM

Acoustic pianos produce a complex network of resonances.

Strings interact.

The soundboard responds.

Dampers influence resonance.

Pedalling changes which strings are free to vibrate.

The cabinet itself contributes.

Yamaha's Virtual Resonance Modeling – VRM recreates these interactions digitally.

The result is greater depth and complexity as notes combine, sustain and decay.

GRAND EXPRESSION MODELING

Piano expression isn't simply a matter of playing loudly or softly.

How a pianist presses and releases the keys contributes to the resulting tonal character.

Grand Expression Modeling recreates these subtle variations digitally, helping the CLP-825 respond more naturally to differences in articulation and technique.

256-NOTE POLYPHONY

Despite being the entry model in the current CLP range, the CLP-825 provides an impressive 256-note maximum polyphony.

This gives the piano substantial headroom for:

• Complex repertoire

• Sustain-heavy passages

• Layered Voices

• Detailed piano resonance

10 VOICES

The CLP-825 provides 10 instrument Voices.

This is deliberately more focused than the 38-Voice CLP-835.

The emphasis is on providing the core sounds required for piano playing rather than a large library of additional instruments.

DUAL MODE

Dual mode allows two compatible Voices to be played simultaneously across the keyboard.

This can be used to create combined textures such as piano with another complementary sound.

DUO MODE

Duo divides the keyboard into two equivalent pitch ranges.

This is particularly useful for:

• Piano lessons

• Teacher/student demonstrations

• Side-by-side practice

GRANDTOUCH PEDALS

The CLP-825B includes Yamaha's GrandTouch pedal system with:

• Damper

• Sostenuto

• Soft

The damper supports half-pedalling, providing more nuanced sustain control than a simple on/off pedal.

20W × 2 AMPLIFICATION

The CLP-825 uses:

20W × 2 amplification

driving:

12cm speakers with diffusers × 2

The integrated system is designed for everyday home piano playing while helping the CLP-825 maintain its notably compact cabinet dimensions.

INTELLIGENT ACOUSTIC CONTROL

Intelligent Acoustic Control – IAC adjusts tonal balance when playing at lower volume settings.

This helps maintain useful bass and treble detail during quieter practice.

HEADPHONE PRACTICE

The CLP-825B provides two standard stereo headphone outputs.

This allows completely private practice and also enables two listeners to use headphones simultaneously.

Yamaha combines this with:

• CFX Binaural Sampling

• Stereophonic Optimizer

making headphone practice one of the CLP-825's particularly useful everyday features.

STEREOPHONIC OPTIMIZER

For suitable non-binaural Voices, Yamaha's Stereophonic Optimizer helps create a more natural spatial impression through headphones.

BUILT-IN SONG LIBRARY

The CLP-825 includes:

• 10 Voice Demo Songs

• 50 Classics

• 303 Lesson Songs

This provides useful material for exploring the instrument and supporting piano study.

MIDI RECORDING

The CLP-825 provides onboard MIDI recording for:

• 1 Song

• 2 tracks

• Approx. 250KB

• Approx. 11,000 notes

This is useful for straightforward practice review and recording left- and right-hand parts independently.

Players requiring more extensive onboard multi-track recording should compare the CLP-835, which provides a significantly expanded recording system.

USB AUDIO INTERFACE

The CLP-825 incorporates a:

44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo USB Audio Interface

This allows high-quality digital audio communication with compatible computers and devices.

BLUETOOTH AUDIO & MIDI

The CLP-825 specification includes Bluetooth Audio and MIDI, subject to regional availability.

Bluetooth Audio allows compatible music to be streamed through the piano's built-in speaker system.

Bluetooth MIDI provides wireless MIDI communication with compatible applications and devices.

SMART PIANIST

The CLP-825B is compatible with Yamaha's Smart Pianist ecosystem.

This is especially useful on the CLP-825 because the instrument itself deliberately uses a streamlined physical control interface rather than the full-dot LCD and broader onboard controls found on the CLP-835.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Yamaha CLP-825B is particularly well suited to:

• Beginners wanting a quality long-term digital piano

• Grade students

• Intermediate pianists

• Returning players

• Families

• Piano lessons

• Examination preparation

• Players moving up from portable digital pianos

• Acoustic-piano players needing headphone practice

• Pianists who value simplicity

• Customers who do not require a large Voice library

• Homes where space is limited

• Customers looking for an accessible entry into the current Clavinova range

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The CLP-825B is highly capable for:

• Classical piano

• Contemporary piano

• Jazz

• Pop

• Examination practice

• Technique development

• Teaching

• Duet lessons

• Home performance

• Silent headphone practice

• Everyday piano study

HOW IT COMPARES

CLP-825 vs CLP-835

This is the most useful comparison for many customers.

Both models provide:

• 88-note GrandTouch-S

• Non-wooden key construction

• Synthetic ebony and ivory keytops

• Escapement

• Yamaha CFX

• Bösendorfer Imperial

• Virtual Resonance Modeling

• Grand Expression Modeling

• 256-note polyphony

• GrandTouch pedals

• Bluetooth Audio & MIDI

• 24-bit USB Audio Interface

• Two headphone outputs

The CLP-835 then significantly expands the specification.

CLP-825

• 10 Voices

• CFX Binaural Sampling

• 4 Reverb types

• Dual and Duo

• 1-Song / 2-track MIDI recorder

• No onboard USB flash-drive audio recording

• No built-in Rhythms

• 20W × 2 amplification

• 12cm diffuser speakers × 2

• 1,350mm wide

• 411mm deep

• 45kg

CLP-835

• 38 Voices

• CFX and Bösendorfer Binaural Sampling

• 7 Reverb types

• Additional effects

• Dual, Split and Duo

• Up to 250 MIDI Songs

• 16-track MIDI recording

• USB WAV audio recording

• 20 Rhythms

• Full-dot LCD

• 30W × 2 amplification

• 16cm diffuser speakers × 2

• 1,450mm wide

• 460mm deep

• 57kg in standard finishes

The CLP-825 is therefore the more streamlined and compact piano, while the CLP-835 adds considerably more sound, recording, control and speaker capability.

CLP-825 vs CLP-845

Moving from the CLP-825 to the CLP-845 introduces an even larger physical upgrade.

The CLP-845 provides:

• Wooden white keys

• Expanded Voice and feature set

• Larger cabinet

• Much more powerful two-way speaker system

• (45W + 45W) × 2 amplification

• (16cm with diffuser + 8cm with diffuser) × 2 speakers

The CLP-845 is therefore worth experiencing alongside the CLP-825 if keyboard construction and room-filling speaker performance are major priorities.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Yamaha CLP-825B
Product Type	Clavinova Digital Piano
Series	CLP-800
Finish	Black
Finish Code	B
Number of Keys	88
Keyboard	GrandTouch-S
Wooden White Keys	No
Keytops	Synthetic ebony & ivory
Escapement	Yes
Touch Sensitivity	Hard / Medium / Soft / Fixed
Main Piano Voices	Yamaha CFX / Bösendorfer Imperial
Binaural Sampling	CFX Grand
Virtual Resonance Modeling	Yes
Grand Expression Modeling	Yes
Maximum Polyphony	256
Number of Voices	10
Reverb	4 types
Intelligent Acoustic Control	Yes
Stereophonic Optimizer	Yes
Dual	Yes
Split	No
Duo	Yes
Piano Room	No
Rhythms	No
Preset Songs	10 Voice Demo + 50 Classics + 303 Lesson Songs
MIDI Recording	1 Song / 2 tracks
MIDI Capacity	Approx. 250KB / 11,000 notes
USB Flash Drive Audio Recording	No
USB Audio Interface	44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo
Bluetooth	Audio & MIDI*
Headphone Outputs	2
AUX IN	No
AUX OUT	No
USB TO DEVICE	No
USB TO HOST	Type B
Pedals	Damper / Sostenuto / Soft
Half-Pedal	Yes
Pedal System	GrandTouch
Display	No LCD
Amplification	20W × 2
Speakers	12cm with diffuser × 2
Width	1,350mm
Height	849mm
Height with Music Rest Raised	1,003mm
Depth	411mm
Weight	45kg
DC IN	16V
AC Adaptor	PA-300C
Power Consumption	12W
Auto Power Off	Yes

*Bluetooth availability varies according to area.

DIMENSIONS & PLACEMENT

One of the CLP-825's major practical advantages is its compact cabinet.

The CLP-825B measures approximately:

Width: 1,350mm
Height: 849mm
Depth: 411mm
Weight: 45kg

With the music rest raised:

Overall height: approximately 1,003mm.

That makes the CLP-825 noticeably smaller than the CLP-835.

For comparison:

CLP-825B

1,350 × 849 × 411mm
45kg

CLP-835B

1,450 × 927 × 460mm
57kg

The CLP-825 is therefore approximately:

• 100mm narrower

• 78mm lower

• 49mm shallower

• 12kg lighter

For smaller living rooms, bedrooms, teaching rooms or apartments, those differences can be genuinely useful.

BLACK FINISH

The B designation identifies Yamaha's Black finish.

This is the standard Black cabinet rather than Yamaha's premium high-gloss Polished Ebony finish.

CLP-825B

Black – understated standard cabinet finish.

CLP-825PE

Polished Ebony – premium high-gloss cabinet finish.

The Black version provides a smart, versatile appearance that can work naturally with a wide range of furniture and interior styles.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

The Yamaha CLP-825 uses:

AC Adaptor: PA-300C
DC Input: 16V
Power Consumption: 12W
Auto Power Off: Yes

🎵 FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Pianists who want the essential playing experience of Yamaha's current Clavinova range in a compact, straightforward and accessible home piano.

Likely upgrade path: Particularly relevant for players moving from portable weighted-key digital pianos, compact home pianos or older entry-level digital instruments.

Useful pairings: Quality Yamaha headphones and Yamaha Smart Pianist on a compatible smartphone or tablet.

Our tip: Don't dismiss the CLP-825 simply because it sits at the beginning of the CLP-800 range. Yamaha has retained some of the technologies that matter most to piano playing: GrandTouch-S, CFX and Bösendorfer piano Voices, VRM, Grand Expression Modeling, GrandTouch pedals and 256-note polyphony. What you're primarily giving up compared with the CLP-835 is the broader feature set, stronger speaker system and larger cabinet.

FDM view: The CLP-825 makes particular sense for customers whose priority is the piano itself rather than additional digital features. It is substantially more compact than the CLP-835 while retaining a serious weighted action and Yamaha's flagship concert-grand piano sounds. For a student, family or returning pianist who wants a straightforward Clavinova for regular home practice, that simplicity can be a real advantage.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Specifications tell you what a digital piano contains.

They don't tell you how comfortable you will find the keyboard, how the speakers will interact with your room or whether moving up to the next model is worthwhile for your particular playing.

Comparing models such as the CLP-825 and CLP-835 in person can therefore be extremely useful.

Visit our Birmingham showroom to experience Yamaha Clavinova digital pianos and speak to our experienced piano team.

We can also help with:

• Model comparisons

• Finish selection

• Room planning

• Delivery questions

• Headphone selection

• Part exchange

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

Trade In. Trade Up.

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Fair Deal Music welcomes part-exchange enquiries on suitable digital pianos, keyboards, synthesisers and other musical instruments.

Simply provide:

• Make

• Exact model

• Condition

• Included accessories

and our team can provide a no-obligation valuation towards your new Yamaha Clavinova.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does CLP-825B mean?

CLP-825 identifies the Yamaha Clavinova model.

B identifies the Black finish.

Is CLP-825B the same as Polished Ebony?

No.

B = Black

PE = Polished Ebony

Polished Ebony has a premium high-gloss appearance.

Does the CLP-825B have wooden keys?

No.

The CLP-825 uses Yamaha's GrandTouch-S keyboard with synthetic ebony and ivory keytops and escapement.

Does it have weighted keys?

Yes.

GrandTouch-S is a fully weighted hammer-action keyboard.

Does it have escapement?

Yes.

Which main piano Voices does it have?

The two headline concert grand Voices are:

• Yamaha CFX

• Bösendorfer Imperial

There are 10 Voices in total.

Does the CLP-825 have Binaural Sampling?

Yes.

The CLP-825 provides Binaural Sampling for the CFX Grand Voice.

Unlike the CLP-835, Yamaha does not specify Bösendorfer Binaural Sampling on the CLP-825.

Does it have Virtual Resonance Modeling?

Yes.

Does it have Grand Expression Modeling?

Yes.

How much polyphony does it have?

The CLP-825 provides 256-note maximum polyphony.

How many Voices does it have?

10 Voices.

How powerful are the speakers?

The CLP-825 uses:

20W × 2 amplification

with:

12cm speakers with diffusers × 2.

Does it have Bluetooth?

Yes.

Yamaha specifies Bluetooth Audio and MIDI, subject to regional availability.

Can I stream music through the piano?

With Bluetooth Audio available in your region, compatible audio can be streamed through the CLP-825's internal speakers.

Does it support Yamaha Smart Pianist?

Yes.

Can I record my playing?

Yes.

The onboard MIDI recorder supports:

1 Song / 2 tracks.

Can it record WAV audio directly to a USB flash drive?

No.

That facility is available on models further up the range such as the CLP-835.

Does it have USB audio?

Yes.

The USB Audio Interface operates at 44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo.

Does it have three pedals?

Yes.

The GrandTouch pedal system provides:

• Damper

• Sostenuto

• Soft

The damper supports half-pedalling.

Can two people use headphones?

Yes.

The CLP-825 provides two headphone outputs.

Does it have Split mode?

No.

The CLP-825 provides Dual and Duo functions, but not the Split function found on the CLP-835.

Does it have built-in Rhythms?

No.

The CLP-835 adds 20 Rhythms.

Is the CLP-825 suitable for lessons?

Yes.

Its weighted GrandTouch-S keyboard, three-pedal system, Duo function and built-in lesson-song library make it highly practical for piano tuition.

What is the main difference between the CLP-825 and CLP-835?

The CLP-835 substantially expands the instrument around the core piano platform.

It provides:

• More Voices

• Binaural Sampling for both flagship grands

• More effects

• Split mode

• 20 Rhythms

• Full-dot LCD

• Extensive 16-track MIDI recording

• USB WAV recording

• AUX connectivity

• Larger speakers

• More powerful amplification

The CLP-825 is the simpler, smaller and more piano-focused instrument.

How big is the CLP-825B?

Approximately:

1,350mm wide × 849mm high × 411mm deep

How much does it weigh?

Approximately 45kg.

Is the CLP-825 smaller than the CLP-835?

Yes.

The CLP-825 is significantly narrower, lower, shallower and lighter than the CLP-835.

Does it require tuning?

No.

The CLP-825B is a digital piano and does not require routine acoustic tuning.

Can I practise silently?

Yes.

Connecting headphones allows completely private practice without using the internal speakers.

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

Yamaha's current documentation lists supplied accessories including:

• Yamaha CLP-825B Clavinova Digital Piano – Black

• Owner's Manual

• 50 Classical Music Masterpieces music book

• Online Member Product Registration information

• PA-300C AC adaptor / appropriate power connection

• Bench – availability varies according to area

Exact Fair Deal Music UK package contents should be confirmed where required.

READY FOR YOUR FIRST CLAVINOVA?

The Yamaha CLP-825B strips the modern Clavinova concept back to what matters most.

88-note GrandTouch-S weighted action.

Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial concert grands.

Virtual Resonance Modeling.

Grand Expression Modeling.

256-note polyphony.

Three GrandTouch pedals.

And when you need the practical advantages of a digital piano:

Headphones. Bluetooth. USB audio. Smart Pianist. Volume control. No acoustic tuning requirement.

All within one of the most compact cabinets in Yamaha's current CLP range.

For students, families, returning players and anyone who wants a straightforward home piano rather than an extensive workstation, the CLP-825 gets straight to the point.

Sit down. Forget the technology. Play the piano.

Discover the Yamaha CLP-825B Clavinova Digital Piano in Black at Fair Deal Music.