Upgrading from CVP-208 to CVP-409 ?

[cjgpers]

We're thinking of getting a CVP-409 (or 407) to replace our 4 year old CVP-208. Does anyone know where we can see a comparison of what new features appear on the CVP-409 that we don't have on the CVP-208. I see mention of things like wooden keys, iAFC (whatever that is), etc.

Also, anywhere that provides a comparison of CVP-409 vs the CVP-407 and CVP-405 etc.

And does anyone know if Yamaha plan on releasing a GP version of the 409, or am I stuck with a CVP0309GP if I want the mini grand cabinet?

[Carlo]

Hi!

I suppose you may find some useful information in this thread

http://cvpug.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2150

which was generated in the CVP300-Series Discussion Forum, because the corresponding Forum for the CVP400 Series did not exist yet. (Actually, it was opened shortly afterwards).

Best regards,

[cjgpers]

Thanks Carlo.

Another thought, what's the differences introduced with the CVP-3xx range. Looking at some pictures it looks like the keyboard lid has changed. What else?

[Carlo]

Hi!

There were plenty of discussions in the past about the features of the various CVP3XX models.
See, for example

http://cvpug.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1532

However, since this series is now being replaced by the new CVP4XX models and you are considering buying one of them, I think that you can find all basic information to compare the various models directly at this page of the official Yamaha site:

http://www.yamaha-europe.com/yamaha_europe/uk/10_musical_instruments/50_clavinova/20_cvp_series/10_cvp_series/index.html

As for the grandpiano cabinet for the CVP409, have a look at:

http://www.cvpug.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2257

Best regards,