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Yamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart Piano vs Yamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano

These are the same instrument: the Yamaha CSP-275 Clavinova. The only difference is the finish — Product A is listed in polished ebony (PE) and Product B is the same CSP-275 PE. Buy whichever listing has the lower delivered price from a store you trust. No price was supplied for either, so check both listings on Deal.ai before ordering.

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Yamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart Piano

Yamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart Piano

Choose the Yamaha CSP-275 if you want the polished ebony CSP-275 and its listing comes in cheaper or from the store you prefer.

Pros
  • Full Clavinova CSP-275 spec: VRM and Grand Expression Modeling
  • Stream Lights guide learners through songs
  • Wooden white keys with synthetic ebony and ivory keytops
  • Bluetooth audio and MIDI plus USB-C to device
  • Polished ebony cabinet suits a living room
  • Cons
    • 133 kg — needs two people and planning to move
    • No price shown, so you cannot judge the deal yet
    • CSP smart features lean on the Yamaha Smart Pianist app
    • Polished ebony shows fingerprints
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    Yamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano

    Yamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano

    Choose the Yamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE if it is the same piano at a lower price or with better delivery terms.

    Pros
    • Identical CSP-275 hardware and specs
    • Polished ebony finish
    • Same 3-pedal, 88-key wooden-key action
    • Same connectivity set
    Cons
    • Same 133 kg weight
    • No price shown
    • No advantage over Product A beyond the listing itself
    • App-dependent smart features

    What separates them

    Yamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart PianoYamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano
    ModelCSP-275 Clavinova Smart PianoClavinova CSP-275 PE
    FinishPolished ebony (PE)Polished ebony (PE)
    Keybed88 weighted keys, escapement, wooden white keys88 weighted keys, escapement, wooden white keys
    Sound engineSampling with VRM and Grand Expression ModelingSampling with VRM and Grand Expression Modeling
    Pedals3 (damper, sostenuto, soft)3 (damper, sostenuto, soft)
    ConnectivityUSB-C to device, Bluetooth audio/MIDI, MIDI in/out/thruUSB-C to device, Bluetooth audio/MIDI, MIDI in/out/thru
    Weight and size133 kg, 1430 x 1237 x 931 mm133 kg, 1430 x 1237 x 931 mm
    PriceNot stated in the listingNot stated in the listing

    Price history

    • Yamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart Piano: lowest $4,066.75 on Nov 1 at Presto Music.
    • Yamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano: lowest $4,066.75 on Nov 1 at Presto Music.

    Prices at every store

    Yamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart Piano

    • Presto MusicCheck price at Presto Music
    Prices and history →

    Yamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano

    • Presto MusicCheck price at Presto Music
    Prices and history →

    Specs compared

    SpecYamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart PianoYamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano
    Number Of Keys8888
    Weighted KeysYesYes
    Key ActionEscapementEscapement
    Touch SensitivityYes, Soft2/Soft1/Medium/Hard1/Hard2/FixedYes, Soft2/Soft1/Medium/Hard1/Hard2/Fixed
    Key SizeFull-lengthFull-length
    Key MaterialWooden keys (white only), Synthetic ebony and i…Wooden keys (white only), Synthetic ebony and i…
    Key FinishSynthetic ebony and ivory keytopsSynthetic ebony and ivory keytops
    Number Of Pedals33
    Pedal TypeSostenuto, Damper, SoftSostenuto, Damper, Soft
    Pedals IncludedYesYes
    Pedal FunctionsSostenuto, SoftSostenuto, Soft
    Weight133 kg (293 lb, 3 oz)133 kg (293 lb, 3 oz)
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    SpecYamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart PianoYamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano
    Width1,430 mm (56-5/16")1,430 mm (56-5/16")
    Depth1,237 mm (48-11/16")1,237 mm (48-11/16")
    Height931 mm (36-5/8") (With music rest closed)931 mm (36-5/8") (With music rest closed)
    Connectivity TypeUSB, Bluetooth, MIDIUSB, Bluetooth, MIDI
    MIDI ConnectivityMIDI Thru, Bluetooth MIDI, MIDI In, MIDI OutMIDI Thru, Bluetooth MIDI, MIDI In, MIDI Out
    USB ConnectivityUSB to deviceUSB to device
    Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
    USB TypeType-CType-C
    Wireless Connectivity

    What reviewers say

    Yamaha CSP275PE Digital Piano Clavinova Smart Piano

    Owner discussion of the CSP line centers on the Stream Lights and app integration as the reason to pay over a standard Clavinova, with the action and sampled grand sound well regarded. Complaints tend to focus on app dependence and the cabinet's size and weight rather than the keyboard itself.

    Pros
    • Stream Lights make learning songs faster for beginners
    • Key action and touch feel close to an acoustic upright
    • Smart Pianist app is intuitive for voices and settings
    • Bluetooth audio playback through the piano's speakers
    Cons
    • Key features depend on a phone or tablet app
    • Large, heavy cabinet is hard to move or place
    • Premium price over non-smart Clavinova models
    • Speaker sound can feel boxy at low volume

    Yamaha Clavinova CSP-275 PE Digital Piano

    Owners and reviewers generally rate the CSP-275 highly for its wooden-key action and natural grand-piano sound, and the Clavinova line has a long reputation for reliability. Most criticism centers on size, weight and price rather than performance.

    Pros
    • Convincing grand-piano touch and response
    • Warm, resonant sound through the cabinet speakers
    • Solid build quality and stable Bluetooth connection
    Cons
    • Heavy and awkward to move once assembled
    • Polished finish needs frequent dusting
    • Costs more than many players expect to spend

    Questions and answers

    Are these two the same piano?
    Yes. Both listings describe the Yamaha CSP-275 Clavinova in polished ebony, with the same keybed, sound engine, pedals, connectivity and dimensions. Pick on price and store, not on specs.
    Which is better for a beginner?
    Either one. The CSP-275's Stream Lights and Smart Pianist app guide you through songs, and the weighted escapement action builds proper technique. The finish makes no difference to learning.
    Is the CSP-275 worth it over a cheaper Clavinova?
    The CSP line adds Stream Lights and tighter app integration over the CLP line. If you will use guided learning and Bluetooth, it is worth the step up; if you only play from sheet music, a CLP saves money.
    How hard is it to move?
    It weighs 133 kg and is 1430 mm wide, so plan for two people and a van or professional delivery. It is a furniture-style cabinet, not a stage piano you carry to gigs.
    Does it work with headphones and a computer?
    Yes. It has USB-C to device, MIDI in/out/thru and Bluetooth MIDI, so it connects to computers, tablets and the Smart Pianist app. Headphone jacks are standard on this model.
    Which finish should I pick?
    Both listings are polished ebony. If you want black or white, look for the CSP-275B or CSP-275WH listings instead.

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    Bluetooth
    Bluetooth
    Number Of Tones47 Drum/SFX Kits47 Drum/SFX Kits
    Tone GenerationSamplingSampling
    Sound EngineVirtual Resonance Modeling (VRM), Grand Express…Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM), Grand Express…