Yamaha Clavinova CLP170 Cherry

This second hand digital piano is in great condition

The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-170 was one of the flagship digital pianos of the early 2000s and remains an impressive instrument today. Introduced in 2002, it brought several groundbreaking features to the Clavinova range, including Yamaha's new GH3 keyboard action and iAFC acoustic technology, both designed to deliver a more authentic grand piano experience. 

Even by modern standards, the CLP-170 feels substantial. The weighted 88-note keyboard offers a convincing piano response, while the cabinet and speaker system produce a rich, room-filling sound. The GH3 action was particularly notable for allowing rapid note repetition and improved expression, making it one of the most realistic digital piano actions available at the time. 

The CLP-170 delivers the warm, rounded Yamaha sound many players love. Its Dynamic Stereo Sampling and 128-note polyphony were advanced features when released and still provide an enjoyable playing experience for practice, teaching, and home performance.

For pianists seeking a high-quality used digital piano, the CLP-170 can still represent excellent value if well maintained. Its solid construction, realistic action and premium feel make it one of the standout Clavinovas from Yamaha's digital piano era.

Pros

• Excellent GH3 weighted keyboard action

• Solid furniture-style cabinet and build quality

• Rich, powerful speaker system

• Realistic piano feel for classical and contemporary playing

• Advanced features for its era, including iAFC acoustic technology

The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-170 remains a genuinely enjoyable digital piano more than two decades after its release. Its superb keyboard action and premium build quality have stood the test of time, making it an appealing option on the second-hand market and it still offers a great playing experience.