Lightning Strike

[kzimme7737]

I have an old CVP-30 that was used when I got it. After a lightning storm last week which caused a 14 hr power outage, I realized that the Clavinova wouldn't play. It happened to be on during the storm, although I had taken a break from playing.

When I turn on the power switch, all the appropriate lights come on. The panel looks perfectly normal. Nothing happens when I play. No sounds, no rhythms, etc. When I slide the volume to "max", there is no static or other electronic sound. I haven't tried headphones. Neither have I tried plugging something into the aux out jacks.

I was told by someone on a pipe organ weblist (www.pipechat.org) that the EPROM might have been cleared. Someone else suggest a process for restoring factory defaults, but didn't know the process for the CVP 30. I found an online user's manual, but the "Troubleshooting" section simply said to see that it was plugged into an outlet and that the volume control is in a reasonable position.

I have Yamaha dealerships 20 and 30 miles away, so it's no big deal to transport.

1. Do these things tend to be fixable?
2. What is the collective experience of the group with this problem on this, or similar vintage model?
3. Is there any kind of upgrade that can be installed that might make this model's sounds more like the newer models?

Thanks,
Keith

[Midi Magic]

Hi Keith

The cvp 30 is very old now and not worth very much £50 - £100 here in the UK. After a major power surge, it might well cost more to repair than it's worth.

There are NO upgrades for any of the cvp pianos. I think the cvp 30 is pre midi so you can't even add a "Sound Module"

Sorry to sound so negative, but that is how it is.

[pianogirl]

I can really feel for you and your loss.

Our house frequently gets hit by lightning and we have lost a lot of electronic equipment. Therefore, I unplug my Clavinova after every use and never have it on in a storm when I can hear thunder. We've even had to go to this extreme with our computers and television sets. Yes, it is a hassle, but I don't have the money to replace them.

Maybe this cloud has a silver lining. What better excuse do you have to get a new Clavinova?!

Best Wishes,

pianogirl

[dancaputi]

> I haven't tried headphones. Neither have I tried plugging something into the aux out jacks.

That's the first thing you should try. That would tell you if the internal amp is working. If you're not mechanically challenged, you could open it up and you may get lucky and find a blown internal fuse or something loose.

- Dan C.