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Classenti CDP1 Features
88 Full Size, Fully Weighted Piano Keys
Represents the full 7¼ octave range of an upright or grand piano. The keys are exactly the same size as a real piano.
Touch Sensitive Keys
The harder you strike the key, the louder it sounds. Gives added expression to your music.
Touch Sensitivity Levels: 4 (p, mp, mf, f)
Graded Hammer Action Keyboard
With heavier key weighting in the bass, getting progressively lighter as you go up the keyboard. This mimics the exact feel of an upright or grand piano.
8 Instrumental Voices
Piano 1, Piano 2 (brigher sound), Electric Piano 1, Electric Piano 2, Harpsichord, Organ, Strings and Vibraphone.
Built-in Speakers
2 x 15 watts - that’s 30 watts stereo amplification!
Record and Play Back
This feature allows you to record your own music. All you need to do is press the ‘record’ button and start playing. When you’ve finished playing, press the ‘play’ button and it will play back your song.
Built-in Metronome
No need to buy one, it's built-in. Essential for learning how to play in time. You can adjust the speed to suit the music you are playing.
Voltage Adjustment
The Classenti CDP1 has a built-in transformer which allows you to use the piano in any Country. It automatically adjusts to your Country's voltage!
Power Adaptor
AC mains adaptor with UK plug included.
3 Pedals: Sustain, Soft and Sostenuto
Sustain pedal. This is the pedal on the right. On upright pianos it is sometimes referred to as a ‘damper pedal’. This pedal allows you to sustain any note, or notes, without having to hold the key down.
Soft pedal. This is the pedal on the left. Pressing this down makes the sound a lot quieter. It’s very useful when you’re required to play something very delicate.
Sostenuto pedal. This pedal is in the middle. Used mainly by experienced pianists. The sostenuto pedal sustains only notes that are depressed at the time the pedal is depressed. More proficient players use it when a note, or notes need to be sustained without being disturbed when the right pedal comes into play.
Key Weight Control
Prefer a heavier or lighter touch? No problem, just use the key weight control button to select from three settings: Standard, heavy and light. The piano’s default setting is standard. The keys remain touch sensitive on all settings.
Cabinet (Keyboard, Base, Legs, Pedal board)
- Extremely strong, hard wearing cabinet and base
- Really easy to assemble or take apart
- Easy to move the piano around (even on your own)
- Elegant, stylish, curved edge design. Looks stunning in any home
- Half backboard (this reduces the overall piano weight by 3kg)
- Cherry finish
- Black control panel
Fixed Wooden Stand
The fixed wooden stand (which is extremely sturdy, by the way) with all three pedals built-in, is included in the price. With just 4 screws connecting the keyboard section with the legs, the CDP1 can be put together or taken apart with ease.
Folding Music Desk
Fold away your music desk when your piano is not in use. This will protect it from getting damaged.
PCM Sound Source
The PCM sound source makes the piano sound incredibly lifelike to the listener.
Headphones
2 x Headphone jacks to connect headphones. Two players can play with headphones at the same time.
64 Note Polyphony
This allows you to play up to 64 notes simultaneously (I know you only have 10 fingers, but this includes notes held down by the pedal).
MIDI In/Out
Connect to your computer and other MIDI compatible hardware.
AUX In (also known as 'Line in' or 'audio in')
The Aux-in (or auxiliary-in) allows you to connect external music sources (with RCA outputs) such as your PDA or MP3 player.
AUX Out (also known as 'Line out' or 'audio out')
If you want to give a live performance, connect your Classenti piano to your hi-fi system through the AUX-out (or auxiliary-out).
Transpose
Change your piano’s pitch to play along with other instruments such as trumpet, clarinet, etc. Or make some musical pieces more comfortable for singers.
Reverb
This produces a slight echo on each note to mimic the sound a grand piano makes in a concert hall.
Dual Voice With Layer Balance
Choose any two sounds and merge them together. A very nice combination is piano combined with strings.
Master Volume Switch
You can turn the sound right down for late night playing, or up to its maximum for loud performances.
Power Switch
You can turn your piano on or off without having to reach for the mains socket.
More Features:
- 8 demo songs
- 32 practice songs
- 1 track sequencer. Approximately 5,000 notes
- Headphone jack to connect your headphones
- Simple to use, sleek, black control panel. You can select any sound/function at the press of a button
What Else Is In The Box?
- User Manual in English
- AC input
- English 3-pin plug
- Pedal lead
Available Colours: Black satin, dark rosewood, cherry, polished ebony, maple or mahogany
Piano Dimensions: Length 133cm (52.4 inches), Height 80cm (31.5 inches), Depth 36cm (14.2 inches)
Music Rest Height: 18.3cm (7.25 inches)
Music Rest Width: 59.5cm (23.5 inches)
Floor to bottom of keybed (leg room): 66cm (26 inches)
Weight: 45kg
Assembly
- Really easy to put together.
- Approximate assembly time 15-20 minutes.
- Easy-to-use assembly instructions in English are included.
All holes are pre-drilled. The keyboard section comes in one complete unit. In the assembly pack you get 4 screws to connect the side panels and pedal board and 4 wing screws to secure the keyboard to the base. That's all there is! The piano can be assembled on your own, but we recommend you get help to lift the keyboard section onto its base.
Storing The Piano Away
The Classenti CDP1 digital piano can easily be taken apart and stored away. Just undo the 4 screws at each end, and the keyboard section comes away from the base and side panels.
You Get:
5 Year Warranty (covers all parts and
labour)
The Classenti CDP1 comes with a 5 year 'on-site', parts and labour
warranty.
This means a technician will come to your home if any repairs are needed.
There is no cost to you. You won't have to send your
piano anywhere.
60 Day Money Back Guarantee (if it's not exactly as you expected then
we'll collect it from you)
Quick Glance Differences Between The CDP1 And The CDP2
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CDP1 ~ PCM sound source (brighter sound than CDP2) |
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CDP2 (Next model up) ~ High resolution PCM sound source (warmer sound than CDP1) |
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"My brother rates it alot higher than the Yamaha's he uses at school" "I decided on the CDP 1 in the end. My brother absolutely loves it and rates it alot higher than the Yamaha's he uses at school. The classenti seems to be a really brilliant model and I'm exceptionally happy with the overall result. I would like to thank you for all your assistance as well as your colleagues David and Sarah as they were a great help. Many Thanks, Athar Mahmood, Southall, London, UK |
Advantages Of The CDP2 (Next Model Up In The Range) Over The CDP1
The main advantage is the sound. The CDP2’s high resolution PCM sound source produces an even more realistic sound than the CDP1’s standard PCM sound source.
The CDP2 has a sliding key cover. This will protect your piano keys from getting chipped or ruined by liquid spills. It also stops dust from getting in-between and under the keys.
The almost full backboard on the CDP2 provides a stronger and more stable piano. The main panels are less likely to be damaged if you intend moving your piano around a lot.
If you use a lot of individual sheet music, rather than books, the extra length music desk on the CDP2 comes in really handy.
The CDP2’s simplified user panel was designed to reduce the chances of being distracted while playing. Only 3 buttons are viewable on the user panel.
Questions
Q/ "Why is the action on the Classenti digital piano so realistic?"
A/ After years of research and development, Classenti has patented a new piano action mechanism called “Real Hammer Action Mechanic With Adjustable Action Point”.
In plain English, this really means: The moving parts that are connected to the piano key have been designed to feel exactly like a real piano.
Q/ "Do you have any idea how the Classenti CDP2 and CDP3 compare for resale prices if we might want to upgrade after say 2 years?"
For instance, if we were to buy another piano from you and they were in good condition, what would you buy them back for? (this is not a meant to be a commitment on your part, but just to get an idea comparing them).
A/ Classenti digital pianos have got a good resale value.
A two year old CDP2 should sell for between 70% and 80% of the price you paid for it. A two year old CDP3 should sell for between 65% and 75% of the price you paid for it. This is assuming you keep it in good condition, of course. If you want to upgrade to an upright piano later then we would offer you an attractive part-exchange price.
Q/ "I have been thinking about the classenti but would be nervous about buying without trying it first. Do you know of any stockists in Dublin Ireland by any chance?"
A/ There aren't any stockists of Classenti digital pianos in Ireland.
Classenti digital pianos can only be purchased online. Classenti offer a '60 day money back if you're not satisfied' guarantee. This way you can try the piano out in your home without commitment.
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Value for money
Parts such as the soundboard and sound chip are produced in France and Japan respectively. The most important parts of the mechanism are made in Germany. These parts are then shipped to China where the piano is assembled. Labour costs are much lower in China which keeps the overall cost of the piano down.
(Interest Free Finance Available: 50% deposit, remaining balance interest free over 12 months)
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What our customers say...
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"Both children are really pleased and excited by it" Dear Graham I have just taken delivery of the Classenti CDP1 this morning. I've managed to assemble it with no problems and am just going through the User Manual CD. So far, the piano sounds and feels good - both children are really pleased and excited by it. Louise Nevill, France. |
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"I couldn't believe the quality I received for such a relatively cheap price!" I recently bought a Classenti CDP1 from your website, and I couldn't believe the quality I received for such a relatively cheap price! I needed something to practice on when I went away to University, that felt and sounded as close as possible to an actual piano, and the CDP1 is quite sufficient for this need. It even went one better than my piano at home by including a sostenuto pedal! I would say this is an excellent practice substitute for a piano, although for gigs and the like a stage piano with better sounds and functions would probably be more useful. The metronome function is especially helpful for technical practice. It only took about 10 mins for two of us to assemble first time, and the fact so much of it comes apart means it is pretty easy to take places in a car. If like me you are too lazy to have to walk somewhere everyday to do your practice. Thank you because it is a brilliant piano! Joe Schultz P.S. Also, the fact you can plug in headphones means that you can practice at any time of the day without disturbing people, which is great! |
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"The look is excellent value for the money. All the other sounds are good. I particularly like the vibes" The touch is absolutely fine. I use the standard touch, and don’t need to use light or heavy, but it’s good that it’s there. It is quite realistic. The piano 1 sound is a bit “woolly” in comparison with real pianos. Piano 2 is brighter, which helps - but it still takes a bit of getting used to, after the natural overtones & resonance of a piano. The look is excellent value for the money. We will have to make a cover for the keys, to keep the dust out, though. The brushed steel “button panel” looks good, but I wonder whether in a future design it might be better made in a darker wood colour, even in plastic! The next model up has only 3 buttons - but I particularly wanted the “one touch” of this model, which enables very quick adjustments whilst playing. All the other sounds are good. I particularly like the vibes. Strings are fine; the one organ sound is not much like the “Cathedral” it claims, but that’s no problem for me. Being able to mix two sounds is a real bonus; I enjoy the strings to back the piano. It is very sturdy and managed to fit it without perspiration! From box to Bach in 15 minutes. I had to sell my piano when we moved here 3 years ago, as I knew it wouldn’t fit in the lounge. But after 3 years, we managed to find just the right spot for this electric piano, and it looks good. As usual, UK Pianos offered a caring service with good advice before the purchase, and delivery happened exactly when planned. If I need to make another purchase, for Church or wherever, I’ll certainly be in contact. Yours Reverand John Chandler, Colchester, UK |
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"My son Mark is very pleased so far with the piano's performance" Dear Graham My son Mark is very pleased so far with the piano's performance. Assembly was easy, so we expect to find it equally straightforward if we need to dismantle it! End result? Happy and impressed customer. |
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"The action is superb - if you shut eyes and ears you would be convinced you are playing a real piano keyboard" I have been using my CDP1 for almost two weeks now and I would like to say I am VERY pleased. As Graham has said, the action is superb - if you shut eyes and ears you would be convinced you are playing a real piano keyboard. The sounds are good; personally I prefer Piano2 which is brighter but both are excellent piano sounds for the money. I've seen the piano described as woolly, well, it is at very low volume so turn up the volume a bit and it's fine. The other sounds are fun for playing around (which of course I am still doing!). Overall build quality is much better than I expected for the price and the whole unit has a comforting solid feel to it. The delivery men were kind enough to put the piano box in the sitting room and I had it up and running in about 25 minutes - solo. This is actually very easy if you follow the following procedure:- Many thanks, Mike D, Bedford, UK |
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"Both children are really pleased and excited by it" Dear Graham I have just taken delivery of the Classenti CDP1 this morning. I've managed to assemble it with no problems and am just going through the User Manual CD. So far, the piano sounds and feels good - both children are really pleased and excited by it. Louise Nevill, France. |
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"I am extremely pleased with it" Hi Graham, Thanks very much for the speedy delivery. I am extremely pleased with it. Many thanks, Daryll Little (Ms.), Llanelli, Wales |
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"The sound is very much like an acoustic piano, and the keys are just as they should be" Hello Graham Thank you for your email. We have bought a piano from UK pianos following the comparisons. We bought the Classenti CDP1 for our six year old daughter who has recently begun to learn how to play, and are delighted with it. The sound is very much like an acoustic piano, and the keys are just as they should be. The compact size is ideal for anyone short of space, as the depth is minimal. My
daughter loves the functions on offer, which are not too complicated for her to use - she especially likes the record and
playback facility (and the headphones are We are very happy with UK Pianos. We ordered the piano on Friday, and it arrived on the following Monday morning. Thank you - Lynda |
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"To my inexperienced ear all I can say is it sounds and feels just like a piano should" Hi Graham After checking into a couple of pianos in your 'best under 500 Pounds' section
(thanks for your email advice re; the Classenti P1 v Casio PX130), I eventually decided to step up a little and go for the
Classenti CDP1. It was more than I Placed my order Thursday. Got a phone call from you Friday to confirm Monday delivery was ok. Piano arrived as promised Monday. Good packaging - the piano arrived in perfect condition. Great customer service. Thank you. To my inexperienced ear all I can say is it sounds and feels just like a piano should. Rob Lear, |
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