Availability: In Stock. Next day delivery.
(We deliver this piano to UK, Ireland and most of Europe).
Order by phone: Call 020 8367 2080.
Need more info? Send an email to: grahamhowardukpianos.co.uk.
"The CDP1 is an entry-level piano that goes way beyond expectations.", Graham Howard - Piano Advisor.
"Hi Graham, Thanks very much for the speedy delivery.
The piano arrived safely this morning and didn't take long to assemble with the help of my
neighbour!
I am extremely pleased with it."
Many thanks,
Daryll Little (Ms.), Llanelli, Wales
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.
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, 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 Feature
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.
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
Elegant, stylish, curved edge design. Places well in any home. Half backboard (reduces overall piano weight by 3kg).
Fixed Wooden Stand
The wooden stand is included in the price. With just 4 wing nuts to secure the stand to the keyboard section, 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
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
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
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 (t.b.c)
32 practice songs (t.b.c)
1 track sequencer. Approximately 5,000 notes
Headphone jack to connect your headphones
Simple to use 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: Cherry, Dark rosewood, Polished ebony
Piano Dimensions: Length 133cm (52.4 inches), Height 80cm (31.5 inches), Depth 36cm (14.2 inches) Height With Music Rest: 99cm ( 39 inches)
Packaging Dimensions: t.b.c
Weight: 45kg
Weight Including Packaging: 46kg
Assembly
Straightforward to put together.
Approximate assembly time 30 minutes.
Easy-to-use assembly instructions in English are included.
All holes are pre-drilled. In the assembly pack you get 4 screws to connect the side panels and pedal board and 4 wing nuts
to secure the keyboard to the base. The piano can be assembled on your own, but we recommend getting help to lift the keyboard section onto
the base.
Storing The Piano Away
The Classenti CDP1 digital piano can easily be taken apart and stored away. Just undo the 4 wing nuts and the keyboard section
comes away from the base.
Quick Glance Differences Between The CDP1 And The CDP2
CDP1
~ PCM sound source
~ No sliding key cover
~ Half backboard
~ Standard length music desk (straight edged)
~ All buttons are on the display panel
~ 36 cm depth (takes up less room)
~ Weight 45kg
CDP2
~ High resolution PCM sound source
~ Sliding Key Cover
~ Almost full backboard, for greater stability
~ Extra long (curved corner) music desk
~ Simplified user panel with only 3 buttons
~ 42 cm depth
~ Weight 50KG
Advantages Of The CDP2 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
Why is the action on the Classenti digital piano so realistic?
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.
Value for money
Parts such as the soundboard and sound chip are produced in France. 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.
What Our Customers Say...
"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
"My son Mark is very pleased so far with the piano's
performance"
Dear Graham
"Excellent service! You were kind enough to telephone on the Monday, the piano arrived at nine o'clock the following morning, as
promised.
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!
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