1.

String Resonance

String Resonances are the complex sympathetic vibrations created during an actual performance and are a major reason why an acoustic piano sounds so full and rich. More »

2.

Key-Off

Key-off samples recreate the characteristic sound that occurs when a key is released and the dampers fall back onto the strings. More »

3.

Natural Soundboard (NSB)

The Natural Soundboard (NSB) recreates delicate vibrations in the soundboard and cabinet even after the key and damper pedals are released. More »

4.

Instrumental Active Field Control (iAFC)

Instrumental Active Field Control technology makes acoustic adjustments to the sound so it appears to the listener that there is a "real soundboard" and resonant cabinet in the Clavinova. More »

5.

Stereo Sustain

Stereo Sustain samples recreate the unique resonance of the strings and the soundboard of a real grand piano when the damper pedal is pressed. More »

6.

Advanced Wave Memory (AWM)

Advanced Wave Memory II is an exclusive, patented system that captures the overall harmonic range of the sound of an instrument. More »

7.

Dynamic Stereo Sampling (DSS)

Advanced Wave MemoryII, coupled with entirely new Dynamic samples taken from a specially selected Yamaha CFIIIS concert grand piano, give the Clavinova the changes of timbre throughout all dynamic ranges. More »

8.

Keyboard Touch Response

GH (Graded Hammer), GH3, and Yamaha's exclusive Natural Wood Keyboard, all help give pianists the playability and expressiveness that go beyond anything ever available in an electronic instrument. More »