Yamaha YDP-V240
New to the ARIUS line, the Yamaha YDP-V240 is an ensemble console digital piano with an 88-note keyboard and graded hammer-standard weighted action. Three-level stereo sampled voices deliver remarkably authentic sound, and a wide selection of realistic accompaniment is also on-board. A real joy to play, whether you’re practicing or performing.
Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) Keyboard with Matte Black Key Finish
Just as on a traditional acoustic piano, the keys of the lower notes have a heavier touch, while the higher ones are more responsive to lighter playing. The Yamaha YDP-V240′s keyboard’s sensitivity can be further adjusted to match your playing style, allowing an authentic–and personalized–touch in a lightweight instrument. The Yamaha YDP-V240′s black keys boast a matte finish, just to add to the keyboard’s luxurious looks.
Advanced Wave Memory (AWM) Dynamic Stereo Sampling
AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) is a sampling system that efectively captures the realism of an acoustic instrument through digital recording and high-quality filter technology. An acoustic piano’s sound differs greatly depending on the playing strength – from pianissimo to fortissimo. AWM Dynamic Stereo Sampling helps mimic that dynamic nuance–the greater the number of samples used, the higher the expression.
Realistic and Dynamic Sounds
Yamaha’s highly acclaimed “Sweet” and “Cool” Voices deliver natural and very dynamic sound, with a wealth of voices to choose from–brass, strings, organs, synths, and more.
The Yamaha YDP-V240 is set up with 131 voices (plus 361 XGlite voices) and 12 percussion kits, complete with 64-note polyphony.
DSP Effects
The Yamaha YDP-V240 has 238 types of DSP (Digital Signal Processor) effects that can be added to the Main and Dual Voices. These range from reverb-like ambience effects to distortion and other dynamic processing tools. Enhance your sound, or completely transform it.
Easy Song Arranger
Each song has a default style, but the Easy Song Arranger feature on the Yamaha YDP-V240 lets you turn that on its head.
Performance Assistant Technology (P.A.T.)
The Yamaha YDP-V240 lets you play along with a song on the instrument’s keyboard and produce a perfect performance every time… even if you play the wrong notes! Just keep in time with the music, and you’ll sound like a pro. It’s nice to take a break from learning every so often.
Music Database plus External Files
You want to play music in your favorite genre, but you’re not sure how to select the best Voice and Style for the type of music you want to play… simply select the desired title from the Music Database and the panel settings will automatically be adjusted for the ideal combination of style/voices. Furthermore, the Yamaha YDP-V240 can access Music Database files transferred from a computer or stored on a USB flash memory device.
USB Connectivity
The Yamaha YDP-V240 has 2 USB ports on the back, each with a different use. “USB TO HOST” and “USB TO DEVICE”.
Dual Headphone Output
The dual headphone jacks of the Yamaha YDP-V240 are perfect for lessons, duets, and other applications.
What’s in the Box
Yamaha YDP-V240, Accessory CD-ROMs, Owner’s Manual, Bench, My Yamaha Product User Registration
Reviews:
“The Yamaha YDP-V240 home digital piano is as good as it gets, short of being a Clavinova. I can’t wait to get mine. ”
“The moment I sat down at the Yamaha YDP-V240 I found it a true joy to play.”
“The Yamaha YDP-V240 model has everything anyone could possibly want in a fine digital piano. There is a ton of instrument voices and loads of rhythms with automatic accompaniment styles. I even hooked up a USB portable disk drive on the Yamaha YDP-V240 to play some piano MIDI files. And wow! The sound blew me away! It sounded as if someone were sitting at the piano playing this wonderful recital for me.”
“Having played classical music for many years, I didn’t want to have to “settle” for less than what I was used to. And with the Yamaha YDP-V240, I don’t feel like I “settled” at all. I don’t think I could have asked for or found anything better without spending many thousands more.”
“I am very pleased with the Yamaha YDP-V240 and would definitely recommend it for those looking for a nice digital piano in this price range, with a number of extra digital goodies to keep you amused.”
