- All Clavinova models use "graded hammer" technology. This replicates the system of levers and hammers in a traditional piano so the feel of pressing the keys is the same. Instead of the final hammer striking a string, as in a traditional instrument, it strikes a sensor, which records the intensity of the strike and translates it into sound.
- Although the earliest Clavinovas used a synthesizer to imitate the sound of a piano (as well as organ and harpsichord), newer models work with recorded samples which are electronically manipulated for pitch, volume, attack, etc. CLP clavinovas feature upward of 10 instruments to choose from, while some CVP models have hundreds.
- The basic Clavinova functions include a full 88-key keyboard, metronome, soft and sustain pedals, optional headphones and a range of instrument voices and modifiers (reverb, etc.).
In addition, 2010 CLP models come with a library of 50 pre-recorded songs, together with printed music. Options allow the player to choose to practice with one hand or part, while the Clavinova plays the other. The speed is variable (without altering pitch) for difficult passages.
The player may also record herself playing and play back the recording.
If you have an Internet connection, the Clavinova can download further pieces from a large library on the Clavinova site. - CVP models start with 791 different, sampled instrument voices, 191 preset accompaniment styles and a library of 61 pieces expandable to more than 4,000.
An integrated display means you can read the musical scores as you play them. In "guide mode," the display highlights each note before it is played.
Multitrack recording allows users to play as an ensemble, recording each part one at at time and playing back the results.
All CLP models come with a middle (sostenuto) pedal, LAN connection and USB storage options. Output options include the ability to stream your output to compatible audio equipment.
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