What is the keyboard action like?
It features Yamaha's GH3X (Graded Hammer 3X) action with 88 keys. The keys are counterweighted, have synthetic ivory keytops, and include an escapement mechanism to simulate the feel of an acoustic grand piano. Touch sensitivity can be adjusted across five settings.
What piano sounds are included?
The primary piano sounds are sampled from the Yamaha CFX concert grand and the Bösendorfer Imperial grand piano. These form the core of its acoustic piano voice library.
How many other instrument voices does it have?
In total, it includes 777 preset voices, plus 29 drum or sound effect kits and 480 additional XG voices. This covers a wide range of instruments including electric pianos, strings, brass, and orchestral sounds.
What learning features are available?
It includes a 'Guide' feature with a light-up key system that helps beginners learn songs by indicating which notes to play. The piano can also embellish simple playing with full orchestral arrangements.
What is the maximum polyphony?
The CVP-701 offers a maximum polyphony of 256 notes, meaning it can produce up to 256 individual sounds simultaneously without cutting off earlier notes.
What pedals are included and what do they do?
It comes with three expression pedals that support half-pedal functionality. They can be assigned various functions including sustain, sostenuto, soft, glide, song play/pause, style start/stop, and volume control.
What are the physical dimensions and weight?
For the polished ebony finish model, the dimensions are approximately 1355mm wide, 921mm high, and 596mm deep. It weighs approximately 61.5 kg.