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INTRODUCTION

The Yamaha CLP-825PE Clavinova Digital Piano in Polished Ebony brings the core piano technologies of Yamaha’s current CLP-800 Series into a compact, elegant home instrument with a premium high-gloss cabinet.

At its heart is Yamaha’s 88-note GrandTouch-S keyboard, featuring synthetic ebony and ivory keytops plus escapement. The CLP-825 uses the non-wooden GrandTouch-S action, giving pianists a fully weighted home-piano keyboard while keeping the instrument more compact and accessible than models further up the Clavinova range.

Its sound engine centres around two prestigious concert grand piano Voices:

• Yamaha CFX

• Bösendorfer Imperial

Yamaha combines these with Virtual Resonance Modeling – VRM and Grand Expression Modeling, helping reproduce both the complex sympathetic resonance of an acoustic piano and subtle tonal changes created by the pianist’s touch.

The CLP-825 also provides 256-note polyphony, 10 Voices, CFX Binaural Sampling, GrandTouch pedals, two-track MIDI recording, 24-bit USB audio, Bluetooth Audio, two headphone outputs, Smart Pianist compatibility and Yamaha’s Stereophonic Optimizer. Yamaha describes it as a streamlined Clavinova that retains the essential piano-playing technologies of the wider CLP-800 family.

The Polished Ebony finish gives this version a distinctly more premium and traditional piano appearance than the standard Black CLP-825B.

QUICK PRODUCT SUMMARY

The Yamaha CLP-825PE is a compact 88-note Clavinova digital piano featuring Yamaha’s GrandTouch-S weighted keyboard, synthetic ebony and ivory keytops, escapement, Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand Voices, VRM and 256-note polyphony.

It is ideal for beginners, progressing students, returning pianists and families who want the core playing experience of Yamaha’s CLP-800 Series without requiring the larger speaker systems or broader feature sets of the CLP-835 and above.

The Polished Ebony cabinet adds a premium high-gloss appearance inspired by traditional acoustic pianos, while the compact 411mm depth makes it easy to accommodate in most homes.

AT A GLANCE

Key Detail	Information
Product	Yamaha CLP-825PE Clavinova
Series	CLP-800
Finish	Polished Ebony
Finish Code	PE
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
MIDI Recording	1 Song / 2 tracks
USB Audio Interface	44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo
Bluetooth	Audio*
Width	1,353mm
Height	851mm
Depth	411mm
Weight	47kg
Condition	New

*Bluetooth availability varies according to area.

KEY FEATURES

• Yamaha CLP-800 Series Clavinova

• Premium Polished Ebony high-gloss cabinet

• 88-note GrandTouch-S keyboard

• Non-wooden key construction

• Synthetic ebony and ivory keytops

• Escapement

• 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

• 1-Song / 2-track MIDI recording

• 44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo USB Audio Interface

• Bluetooth Audio*

• Two headphone outputs

• Intelligent Acoustic Control

• Stereophonic Optimizer

• 20W × 2 amplification

• Twin 12cm speakers with diffusers

• Yamaha Smart Pianist compatibility

• Sliding key cover

• Music rest with braces

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

The CLP-825 is designed around the essentials of piano playing.

Rather than concentrating on hundreds of additional Voices and arranger functions, Yamaha has focused on:

the keyboard.

the piano sound.

the pedals.

the resonance.

the headphone experience.

The GrandTouch-S action provides the physical connection.

The Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial provide two contrasting concert-grand personalities.

VRM adds acoustic-style resonance.

Grand Expression Modeling helps the piano respond more naturally to differences in articulation.

And 256-note polyphony gives the instrument ample capacity for demanding repertoire and sustained passages.

The Polished Ebony cabinet then gives the CLP-825PE the sophisticated visual presence normally associated with more traditional acoustic instruments.

GRANDTOUCH-S KEYBOARD

The CLP-825PE 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

• Four Touch Sensitivity settings

Yamaha confirms the CLP-825 uses GrandTouch-S with synthetic ebony and ivory keytops and escapement.

NON-WOODEN KEY CONSTRUCTION

The CLP-825 uses the non-wooden version of GrandTouch-S.

This is an important distinction within the CLP-800 range.

The CLP-825 and CLP-835 use synthetic-key GrandTouch-S actions, while the CLP-845 introduces wooden white keys.

For many home pianists, the CLP-825 therefore provides a compelling balance between serious weighted action and overall price.

SYNTHETIC EBONY & IVORY KEYTOPS

The key surfaces use synthetic ebony and ivory materials.

Their subtly textured finish is designed to provide comfortable, 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 a key is played slowly and with control.

TOUCH SENSITIVITY

The CLP-825 provides four keyboard-response settings:

• Hard

• Medium

• Soft

• Fixed

These allow the relationship between physical touch and the resulting dynamics to be adjusted to suit the player.

YAMAHA CFX CONCERT GRAND

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

Its sampled Voice provides the CLP-825PE with a clear, powerful and expressive principal piano character suitable for:

• Lessons

• Grade study

• Classical repertoire

• Contemporary piano

• Everyday home playing

BÖSENDORFER IMPERIAL

The Bösendorfer Imperial provides a second flagship concert grand piano character.

Its contrasting tonal personality gives the pianist a genuine alternative to the Yamaha CFX.

Yamaha confirms both CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial piano Voices are included in the CLP-825.

CFX BINAURAL SAMPLING

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

This is particularly valuable during headphone practice.

Binaural reproduction is designed to create a more natural sense of space around the pianist, rather than making the sound appear to originate entirely inside the headphones.

Yamaha specifies CFX-only Binaural Sampling on the CLP-825.

VIRTUAL RESONANCE MODELING – VRM

An acoustic piano creates a complex network of sympathetic resonance.

Strings interact with one another.

The soundboard responds.

Pedal use changes which strings are free to vibrate.

The cabinet itself contributes to the resulting sound.

Yamaha’s Virtual Resonance Modeling – VRM recreates these interactions digitally, allowing notes to develop with greater depth and complexity as they combine, sustain and decay.

GRAND EXPRESSION MODELING

Piano expression is not simply a matter of playing loudly or softly.

The way the pianist presses and releases each key contributes to the resulting tonal character.

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

256-NOTE POLYPHONY

The CLP-825 provides 256-note maximum polyphony.

This gives the instrument substantial headroom for:

• Complex repertoire

• Sustain-heavy passages

• Layered Voices

• Resonance modelling

• MIDI playback

Yamaha confirms 256-note maximum polyphony for the CLP-825.

10 BUILT-IN VOICES

The CLP-825 includes 10 instrument Voices.

The instrument remains deliberately piano-focused, with the additional Voices providing useful tonal variety without turning the CLP-825 into a workstation or arranger keyboard.

DUAL MODE

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

For example:

Piano + Strings

This can create a broader layered sound for performance or experimentation.

DUO MODE

Duo divides the keyboard into two equivalent pitch ranges.

This is particularly useful for:

• Piano lessons

• Teacher/student demonstrations

• Parent and child

• Side-by-side practice

GRANDTOUCH PEDALS

The CLP-825PE incorporates Yamaha’s GrandTouch pedal system.

The three pedals provide:

• Damper

• Sostenuto

• Soft

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

Yamaha confirms the three-pedal GrandTouch system and half-pedal function.

20W × 2 AMPLIFICATION

The CLP-825 uses:

20W × 2 amplification

driving:

12cm speakers with diffusers × 2

This provides an integrated speaker system designed for normal home piano use while keeping the cabinet relatively compact.

INTELLIGENT ACOUSTIC CONTROL

Intelligent Acoustic Control – IAC adjusts tonal balance when the piano is played at lower volume levels.

This is useful in the home, where digital pianos are often played quietly.

PRIVATE HEADPHONE PRACTICE

The CLP-825 provides two headphone outputs, allowing private practice and simultaneous listening for two users.

The headphone experience is enhanced by:

• CFX Binaural Sampling

• Stereophonic Optimizer

This makes the CLP-825 particularly practical for evening practice, shared homes and family environments.

STEREOPHONIC OPTIMIZER

For suitable non-binaural Voices, Yamaha’s Stereophonic Optimizer is designed to create a more spacious headphone experience.

Rather than making the sound feel confined to the headphones themselves, Yamaha aims to create a broader spatial impression closer to sitting in front of the instrument.

353 BUILT-IN SONGS

The CLP-825 includes:

• 10 Voice Demo Songs

• 50 Classics

• 303 Lesson Songs

This provides useful built-in material for both exploring the instrument and supporting structured piano study. Yamaha confirms this song library in the current CLP-825 specification.

TWO-TRACK MIDI RECORDING

The CLP-825 provides onboard MIDI recording with:

• 1 User Song

• 2 tracks

• Approx. 250KB per Song

• Approx. 11,000 notes

The two-track format is useful for:

• Practice review

• Recording hands separately

• Playing along with a previously recorded part

Yamaha confirms this recording specification.

USB AUDIO INTERFACE

The CLP-825 provides a:

44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo USB Audio Interface

This enables digital audio communication with compatible computers and devices for:

• Recording

• Online lessons

• Music software

• Learning applications

Yamaha confirms the 24-bit stereo USB Audio Interface.

BLUETOOTH AUDIO

The CLP-825 supports Bluetooth Audio, subject to regional availability.

This allows compatible audio from a smartphone or tablet to be streamed through the piano’s built-in speaker system.

Useful applications include:

• Playing along with recordings

• Backing tracks

• Reference performances

• General audio playback

Yamaha highlights Bluetooth Audio as part of the CLP-825’s current digital feature set.

SMART PIANIST COMPATIBILITY

The CLP-825 works with Yamaha’s Smart Pianist ecosystem.

Using a compatible smartphone or tablet, Smart Pianist provides a graphical interface for supported functions, settings and music content.

WHO IS IT FOR?

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

• Beginners looking for a serious long-term home piano

• Grade students

• Intermediate pianists

• Returning players

• Families

• Piano lessons

• Examination preparation

• Acoustic-piano players needing headphone practice

• Players moving up from portable digital pianos

• Customers who value simplicity

• Customers who prefer a premium polished piano cabinet

• Homes where a compact Clavinova is preferable to a larger model

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The CLP-825PE is well suited to:

• Classical piano

• Contemporary piano

• Pop

• Jazz fundamentals

• Examination repertoire

• Technique development

• Sight-reading

• Piano lessons

• Home practice

• Duo learning

• Silent headphone practice

• Everyday recreational playing

HOW IT COMPARES

CLP-825PE vs CLP-825B

Musically, the underlying CLP-825 specification is the same.

The principal difference is the cabinet finish.

CLP-825B

• Standard Black finish

• 1,350mm wide

• 849mm high

• 411mm deep

• 45kg

CLP-825PE

• Premium Polished Ebony finish

• 1,353mm wide

• 851mm high

• 411mm deep

• 47kg

The Polished Ebony model is therefore slightly wider, slightly taller and approximately 2kg heavier than the standard-finish versions.

CLP-825 vs CLP-835

Both models provide:

• GrandTouch-S keyboard

• Non-wooden key construction

• Synthetic ebony and ivory keytops

• Escapement

• Yamaha CFX

• Bösendorfer Imperial

• VRM

• Grand Expression Modeling

• 256-note polyphony

• GrandTouch pedals

The CLP-835 then expands the specification considerably.

CLP-825

• 10 Voices

• CFX Binaural Sampling

• 4 Reverb types

• Dual and Duo

• 1-Song / 2-track recording

• 20W × 2 amplification

• 12cm diffuser speakers

• Compact cabinet

CLP-835

• 38 Voices

• CFX and Bösendorfer Binaural Sampling

• More effects

• Split mode

• 20 Rhythms

• Full-dot LCD

• 16-track recording

• USB flash-drive audio recording

• 30W × 2 amplification

• 16cm diffuser speakers

The CLP-825 is therefore the more streamlined and compact option, while the CLP-835 offers broader digital functionality and greater speaker performance.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Yamaha CLP-825PE
Product Type	Clavinova Digital Piano
Series	CLP-800
Finish	Polished Ebony
Finish Code	PE
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 only
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
Duo	Yes
Preset Songs	10 Voice Demo + 50 Classics + 303 Lesson Songs
MIDI Recording	1 Song / 2 tracks
MIDI Capacity	Approx. 250KB / 11,000 notes
USB Audio Interface	44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo
Bluetooth	Audio*
Headphone Outputs	2
Pedals	Damper / Sostenuto / Soft
Half-Pedal	Yes
Pedal System	GrandTouch
Key Cover	Sliding
Music Rest	Yes, with music braces
Amplification	20W × 2
Speakers	12cm with diffuser × 2
Width	1,353mm
Height	851mm
Height with Music Rest Raised	1,005mm
Depth	411mm
Weight	47kg
Auto Power Off	Yes

*Bluetooth availability varies according to area.

Yamaha’s current specification confirms the PE-specific 1,353mm width, 851mm height, 1,005mm raised-rest height, 411mm depth and 47kg weight.

DIMENSIONS & PLACEMENT

The CLP-825PE Polished Ebony measures approximately:

Width: 1,353mm
Height: 851mm
Depth: 411mm
Weight: 47kg

With the music rest raised:

Overall height: approximately 1,005mm.

These measurements differ slightly from the standard-finish CLP-825 models:

CLP-825PE

1,353 × 851 × 411mm
47kg

CLP-825B / R / WH

1,350 × 849 × 411mm
45kg

The difference is small but worth noting when planning a precise installation space or delivery route.

POLISHED EBONY FINISH

The PE suffix identifies Yamaha’s Polished Ebony finish.

This is not the same as standard Black.

CLP-825PE

Polished Ebony – premium high-gloss black cabinet.

CLP-825B

Black – standard black cabinet finish.

The Polished Ebony surface gives the CLP-825 a more traditional, premium piano appearance and makes the instrument a stronger visual feature in the room.

It is particularly appealing for customers who want the practical benefits of a digital piano while retaining the look of a polished acoustic instrument.

🎵 FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Beginners, grade students, returning pianists and families who want the essential piano technologies of Yamaha’s current Clavinova range in a compact cabinet with a premium high-gloss finish.

Likely upgrade path: Particularly relevant for players moving from portable weighted pianos, entry-level digital pianos or older Clavinova and Arius models.

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

Our tip: If you’re comparing the CLP-825B and CLP-825PE, the musical specification is not the reason to choose PE — the Polished Ebony cabinet is. If your budget increase is primarily about improved playing performance, also compare the CLP-835, which adds a larger speaker system and significantly broader feature set.

FDM view: The CLP-825 is a particularly strong choice for customers who want a proper Clavinova but do not need a large library of additional Voices or extensive recording facilities. GrandTouch-S, CFX and Bösendorfer concert grands, VRM, Grand Expression Modeling and 256-note polyphony cover the important piano fundamentals. In Polished Ebony, the instrument also gains a genuinely premium furniture presence.

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 only part of the story.

Keyboard feel, speaker performance, headphone practice and how the piano fits into your room are all important considerations.

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

We can help with:

• CLP model comparisons

• Finish selection

• Room planning

• Delivery questions

• Headphone selection

• Smart Pianist

• Part exchange

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

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Simply provide:

• Make

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does CLP-825PE mean?

CLP-825 identifies the Yamaha Clavinova model.

PE identifies the premium Polished Ebony finish.

Is CLP-825PE the same as CLP-825B?

The musical specification is the same, but the cabinet finish is different.

CLP-825PE = Polished Ebony

CLP-825B = Black

The PE version uses a premium high-gloss cabinet.

Does the CLP-825PE have weighted keys?

Yes.

It uses Yamaha’s 88-note GrandTouch-S weighted keyboard.

Does the CLP-825 have wooden keys?

No.

The CLP-825 uses the non-wooden GrandTouch-S action with synthetic ebony and ivory keytops and escapement.

Does it have escapement?

Yes.

Which main piano Voices does it include?

The two headline concert grand Voices are:

• Yamaha CFX

• Bösendorfer Imperial

Yamaha confirms both on the CLP-825.

Does the CLP-825 have Binaural Sampling?

Yes.

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

Does the Bösendorfer Voice have Binaural Sampling on the CLP-825?

No.

Yamaha specifies Binaural Sampling for CFX Grand only on the CLP-825.

What is Virtual Resonance Modeling?

VRM digitally recreates elements of the sympathetic resonance generated throughout an acoustic piano.

What is Grand Expression Modeling?

Grand Expression Modeling recreates tonal changes resulting from subtle differences in how the pianist presses and releases the keys.

How much polyphony does it have?

256 notes.

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 as part of the CLP-825 feature set.

Can I stream music through the piano?

Yes.

Compatible audio can be streamed through the CLP-825’s internal speaker system where Bluetooth Audio is supported.

Does it support Smart Pianist?

Yes.

Can I record my playing?

Yes.

The CLP-825 provides:

1 User Song / 2-track MIDI recording

with approximately 11,000 notes of capacity.

Does it have USB audio?

Yes.

The USB Audio Interface operates at:

44.1kHz / 24-bit stereo.

Does it have three pedals?

Yes.

It includes:

• Damper

• Sostenuto

• Soft

The damper supports half-pedalling.

Can two people use headphones?

Yes.

The CLP-825 provides two headphone outputs.

Does it have Duo mode?

Yes.

Duo divides the keyboard into two equivalent pitch ranges, making it useful for lessons and side-by-side practice.

Does it have Split mode?

No.

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

Does it have built-in Rhythms?

No.

Yamaha specifically notes that the rhythm function is not included on the CLP-825.

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

The CLP-835 adds a broader feature set including:

• 38 Voices

• Binaural Sampling for CFX and Bösendorfer

• Split mode

• 20 Rhythms

• Full-dot LCD

• Extensive multi-track recording

• USB flash-drive audio recording

• Larger 16cm speakers

• More powerful 30W × 2 amplification

The CLP-825 remains the more compact and streamlined piano.

How big is the CLP-825PE?

Approximately:

1,353mm wide × 851mm high × 411mm deep.

How tall is it with the music rest raised?

Approximately 1,005mm.

How much does it weigh?

Approximately 47kg.

Is the Polished Ebony version heavier than the Black version?

Yes.

The CLP-825PE weighs approximately 47kg, compared with 45kg for the standard Black, Dark Rosewood and White versions.

Does Polished Ebony change the musical specification?

No.

The keyboard, sound engine, amplification and digital features remain the same.

The differences are primarily the premium cabinet finish plus the small associated changes in external dimensions and weight.

Does the CLP-825PE require tuning?

No.

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

Can I practise silently?

Yes.

Connecting headphones allows private practice without using the internal speaker system.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Yamaha’s supplied package documentation should be checked against current UK stock, but the piano package normally includes the instrument’s required power connection and documentation.

For Fair Deal Music catalogue purposes, this listing is for the:

• Yamaha CLP-825PE Clavinova Digital Piano – Polished Ebony

• Supplied Yamaha power equipment applicable to UK stock

• Supplied Yamaha documentation and standard manufacturer accessories

No additional FDM bench or headphone bundle is included in this listing.

READY FOR YOUR FIRST CLAVINOVA?

The Yamaha CLP-825PE distils the current Clavinova concept down to the features that matter most.

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 want the practical advantages of a digital piano:

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

All inside a compact cabinet finished in premium Polished Ebony.

For students, families, returning pianists and anyone wanting a straightforward Clavinova with a traditional polished-piano appearance, the CLP-825PE is a highly appealing entry point into Yamaha’s CLP-800 Series.

Sit down. Forget the technology. Play the piano.

Discover the Yamaha CLP-825PE Clavinova Digital Piano in Polished Ebony at Fair Deal Music.