The sound is unmistakable. At the same time both beautifully simple and gorgeously complex, the sound of an acoustic grand piano is immediately recognizable. The new CLP Series Clavinovas elegantly capture the sound of the piano in all of its natural grandeur and beauty. Featuring both improved piano voices and newly revamped built-in speaker systems for authentic reproduction, these new instruments deliver the rich grand piano sound everyone knows and loves. Two different keyboard technologies – Natural Wood (CLP-280) and GH3 (CLP-270/240/230) – give these instruments exceptional playability and expressiveness, while the stylish design and attractive exterior reflect the true sonic beauty within.

The CLP-240 brings stylish looks and professional sound together in an instrument that's highly affordable and exceptionally easy to use. It features Yamaha's famed GH3 (Graded Hammer 3) technology to effectively recreate the feel of an actual grand piano. Combine this with the incredibly realistic piano voices and the spacious sound of the built-in two-way speaker system, and you have an instrument that inspires you with every note you play.

More than any other keyboard, the Clavinova reproduces the experience of playing an actual grand piano. Thanks to the GH3 (Graded Hammer Effect 3) technology, the new keyboard provides the characteristic weight balance between key and hammer, and features weight gradations of the keys – heavy in the lower end, light in the upper keys. With two velocity sensors, it even lets you use techniques previously possible only on a real grand piano, such as playing the same note repeatedly with perfect articulation.

Like previous models, these new Yamaha Clavinovas boast AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generation for the ultimate in instrument realism. And to assure a warmer, more natural, even more captivating sound, the CLP-280/270/240 also feature new DSS (Dynamic Stereo Sampling) piano samples. Taken at different levels from loud to soft, these new samples provide subtle differences in volume and timbre depending on how you play the keys … resulting in the ultimate in responsiveness. In addition, the CLP-280/270/240 offer Stereo Sustain and Key-Off samples. Stereo Sustain samples recreate the resonances of the strings and soundboard when the damper pedal is pressed that contribute to the unique sound of a grand piano. Key-Off samples provide the delicate sound keys make when they are released for another touch of realism.

Besides new piano samples, you get a choice of other stereo-sampled musical instrument sounds to perform with. And thanks to enlarged memory, these sounds are better than ever, providing added realism for more music playing enjoyment. But Yamaha Clavinovas aren't designed just for sound – they also feature an attractive, elegant finish to complement the room you place it in.

The CLP-240 offers a choice of three finishes, to more closely match your decor.

Stay connected! The CLP-280/270/240 are the first Clavinovas to feature both USB TO HOST and TO DEVICE terminals, conveniently located on the front panel for easy access. This means that you can connect to a computer (TO HOST), and take advantage of the vast possibilities in computer music, and hook up to your favorite USB storage device (TO DEVICE) for storing your valuable song data – all at the same time.

All the new Clavinovas come with a folding music rest and a headphone hanger. For extra convenience, some Clavinovas also feature music clips for securing music books and scores (Music Clips available on CLP-295GP/265GP/280/270/240).

Sheet music for the built-in demonstration songs is included with all the new Clavinova 200 Series.

Visit the Yamaha MusicSoft website (www.yamahamusicsoft.com) and discover just how many ways you can enhance your musical experience. Whether you want to play along, sing along, or just listen – we've got a huge and growing variety of special software and tools that help you get the most out of your Clavinova. Download your favorite songs to your computer and save them to a USB storage device for uploading to the Clavinova. Or, use the included MusicSoft Downloader software to directly transfer data from your computer to the Clavinova via a simple USB connection. While you're at the website, check out all the powerful tools there – especially the new Digital Music Notebook system, which fully integrates music notation with both MIDI and audio data for the most comprehensive and convenient music learning experience you can have!