Yamaha CLP-865GP - polished ebony

The CLP-865GP is a digital upright piano offered by the Yamaha brand.

Enjoy the luxurious appearance of a grand piano cabinet, along with powerful bi-directional speakers with diffusers and a superb GrandTouch-S keyboard offering unprecedented performance possibilities to pianists of all levels. The performance of this piano is essentially equivalent to that of the CLP-845.

Clavinova CLP digital pianos have been designed to reproduce the feel and experience of a grand piano on a digital instrument, combining the latest digital technology with the art of piano craftsmanship cultivated for over 120 years.

The new CLP-800 series incorporates several new technologies at each stage of the process to reproduce the complex interactions that occur inside a grand piano and to offer pianists an unprecedented experience on a digital instrument.

Key Features of the CLP-865GP

• Grand Acoustic Imaging technology with spatial sound that creates the ambiance of a grand piano.


• Thanks to the new sound generator chip, Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) technology produces richer and more natural resonance on this new generation of series.


• A new sound generator chip enables the most sumptuous and innovative piano sounds to date.


• Grand Expression Modeling technology now produces even more nuanced sound based on the performer's technique.

Key Features of the CLP-865GP

GrandTouch Keyboards and Pedals

The GrandTouchTM and GrandTouch-STM keyboards have been developed to faithfully recreate the feel of a grand piano keyboard. In the CLP-800, the weight, shape, materials, and movement of internal parts have been adjusted so that the perceived resistance at the fingertips is even closer to that of a grand piano action.
The new GrandTouchTM pedals in the CLP-800 series not only look like grand piano pedals, but also allow musicians to feel the same resistance in their feet as on a grand piano when depressing and releasing them.

Piano Excellence

The CLP-800 series is equipped with a new sound generator chip developed by Yamaha, with superior computing power, which delivers the most sumptuous and highest-quality piano sounds to date.
It offers the sounds of two world-renowned concert grand pianos: the CFX, Yamaha's Premium concert grand piano, and the Bösendorfer Imperial, with its famous warm Viennese sound.

Grand Sound and Grand Design

The CLP-800 series is as close as it gets to a grand piano, not only in terms of feel and sound, but also in terms of design. They feature the many gentle curves that make the grand piano such a refined instrument.
The wider music desk not only does not obstruct the dialogue with the music but is also highly functional, as it can hold multiple spread-out scores.
Finally, the LED screen on the high-end model's control panel is designed to turn off when not in use, thus removing unnecessary elements from the performer's field of vision.

The Benefits of a Digital World

Bluetooth functionality, binaural sampling with headphones, record your performances, compatible with the Smart Pianist app, rhythm tracks for playing. So many possibilities thanks to the digital features of the CLP-800 series.

Advanced Speaker Technology

While grand pianos amplify sound through their large soundboard and body, digital pianos amplify sound through their speakers.
To address this structural limitation, by applying the knowledge and techniques gained over more than 120
years of acoustic piano manufacturing, Yamaha has optimized the placement, orientation, and volume balance of the speakers across the low, mid, and high frequency ranges of the CLP-800 series.

Enhanced VRM Technology

The pianos in the CLP-800 series reproduce richer and more natural resonance than ever before, thanks to the new sound generator chip paired with the revolutionary Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) technology.
VRM technology creates rich and varied sound by simulating the complex sympathetic tones created when string vibrations propagate to the soundboard and other strings, depending on the timing and intensity of key presses and pedal.

Expert Reviews

• Its authentic keyboard mechanics accurately simulate the feel of an acoustic piano, enabling uncompromised musical expression. The rich and varied tones transport the pianist into a rich and captivating sound universe. An ideal choice for discerning pianists seeking a top-quality instrument.


• This digital grand piano combines elegance and compactness. Its sophisticated design seamlessly integrates into any environment, whether it be a concert hall, recording studio, or home. The premium finish and sleek lines add a touch of refinement to any space. The CLP-865GP is not only an exceptional instrument but also a work of art in its own right.


• Whether you're a classical pianist, jazz performer, or contemporary composer, the CLP-865GP will meet all your expectations. With a vast selection of authentic sounds, diverse rhythm accompaniments, and recording and playback features, this instrument offers you an endless sonic palette to express your creativity. Its versatility makes it a must-have choice for musicians of all levels and styles.