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Neumann U87AiNAMM 2010 Preview: Yamaha Relaunches CP Piano
Yamaha
will be using the NAMM Show to launch a new three-strong range of CP
stage pianos. Designed for pro-keyboard players, Yamaha has looked to
build from the success of the original CP product concept, popularised
30 years ago.
In an effort to develop the functionality of the
instruments, Yamaha has redesigned the core sound technology with the
so-called Spectral Component Modelling (SCM), which combines sampling
and modelling technology and allows users to recreate acoustic and
instrumental sounds with the addition of original DX keyboard sounds.
These sounds can then be customised to the users preference.
Featuring
synthetic ivory keys, the newly developed NW-Stage wooden key action
minimises vibration and distortion, therefore allowing expressive stage
performance as meets Yamahas intentions with this new range.
Furthermore, each model in the range has its own characteristics.
Maintaining the original aesthetic look of the original CP range with
classic wood panels, the CP1 has a user-friendly master keyboard,
allowing different zones and tone generators to be set up, including
external MIDI devices.
The CP5 offers a sound set of over 300
voices, which used in combination with the onboard record and playback
functions makes the CP5 ideal for educational use. Performances
recorded and stored as audio files on USB flash-memory devices may then
be edited with the bundled Cubase A15 DAW software.
The CP50 offers similar facilities to its range partners, but in the form of a compact and lightweight professional piano.
The flagship CP1 is available from the end of January 2010, while the CP5 and CP50 are expected to be available from March 2010.