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Continuous Play of Preset (or other song files) 
Hello,
Is there a way to play ALL of the songs/midi files in a particular file (i.e. playback (listen to the recorded) preset piano solos (all 50), for ...

How do you transpose a clavinova CLP 500 
What key combination do I have to use to to transpose a clavinova CLP 500? One of my sons is playing the trumpet (tuned on B flat) and the other is starting ...

No Sound from keyboard 
There is no sound coming from the keybord but all lights etc are functional. If the issue is speaker how do I fix it??

Yamaha CLP-250 - How do I do a factory reset 
Does anyone know how to do a reset on a Yamaha CLP-250? My clav has had a power surge and the sound is now distorted. The piano repair place told me to ...

Yamaha Clavinova CLP-157 speaker upgrade 
Is there any speaker upgrade for the CLP-157?? i know that speaker technology has advanced since then. price isn't real important except i can't afford ...

hardly any sound from my Yamaha Clavinova CLP 50 
Hi,

One day, suddenly and without any obvious reasons, my Clavinova CLP 50 lost all sound apart from a very, very faint elongated noise when the volume ...

Yamaha CLP-955 
Where on line can I find the cable to the foot pedal of a Clavinova clp-955 to purchase?

transfer music from yamaha clp 230 to computer 
I have a problem in not noing how to transfer the music from the memory on the clp230 to my computer and burning it onto cd disc please can you help.

Jazz Demo Song Title - Yamaha Clavinova CLP 
I just purchased a CLP Grand after losing my accoustic piano to the floods during Hurricane Ike... talk about a silver lining to a dark cloud!!! I have ...

Speaker trouble for the Yamaha Clavinova CLP-560 
My keyboard speakers lock up after too many keys are played at once or when the volume is to half its maximum capacity. It doesn't make any sound after ...

Yamaha Clavinova CLP-250 Foot Pedal. 
Just bought an old Yamaha Clavinova CLP-250 for my son to learn piano. I just got the keyboard... do you know if the keyboard can operate with a foot ...

Sticky key 
I have an old CLP 560 with a key that doesn't pop back up. I can't find an exploded drawing, so I can't figure out how to take it apart. Does anybody have ...

Clavinova CLP 220  
Where can I purchase midi files for my Clavinova CLP 220? Will any midi file work will certain files work on the Clavinova CLP 220?

Half pedaling 
I want to buy a CLP piano as I prefer its sound to the other brands. I am an advanced pianist (B.Mus, FTLC) who now lives in a condo, so I had to sell ...

ANYONE HEARD OF Yamaha CLP 100? 
This model is not listed anywhere i look.I bought it at a swapmeet,it has no leg support just flat.Came with bench seat.Is this complete?

Key stuck in CLP 930 
I have a Yamaha Clavinova CLP 930 and 2 of my keys keep getting stuck down when i play. We're trying to change the key and we cant seem to get it out. We ...

Keyboard name 
What is the name for the keyboard hanging and play like guitar

Converting a US Clavinova CLP-220 to UK electricity 
Is there a certain type of converter that I need to buy to convert my US Clavinova CLP-220 to be able to use it with UK electricity?

Removing legs of Clavinova 
How can remove the legs of a clavinova for easy transport?

CLP-250 Clavinova DM Circuit Board VF565100 
Does anyone know where to find a new or usable
DM Circuit Board for CLP-250?
My CLP-250 will have to go to the boneyard unless
I get this part. I have ...

how could i install sf2 files on my clp340 ? 
i have an clp 340 and whant to install sf3 files in it. Colud someone please explain how to do ?

thx

Why won't my CLP-250 play anymore? 
Hi,

My CLP-250 was purchased in late 1980's and has been used quite a bit. Now, it's plugged in, the red light comes on but no sound comes from pressing ...

preset song titles on Yamaha CLP930 Clavinova 
I have a Yamaha CLP930...very nice. Can anyone tell me the names of the preset songs???

Jerry

Can I plug Yamaha CLP-115 from Europe in Canadian wire 
Is it possible to plug into Canadian wire (120 V.) a piano “Clavinova CLP-115” bought in Europe (240 V). It doesn’t have any tools build ...

Yamaha Clavinova CLP-560 player piano feature 
Our CLP-560 is about 15 years old, and we have forgotten what buttons/keys we need to push to have the Clavinova play the preprogrammed tunes on its own....

Yamaha CLP 611 
How old is the above model? What less features would it have over a new one.?
Thanks,
Bill

How can I change Midi channel Sounds? CLP-280 Yamaha Clavinova 
How can I change Midi channel Sounds, so that it plays the real piano sound or guitar and not those from the XG Bank?

I have a CLP-280 and when I play ...

Can I replace the 3.5 Disk Drive on my CVP-50 with USB Technology 
Since my 3.5 Disk has quit working, I was wondering if an updated driver is avaiable that uses USB technology.

Thanks,

Cliff

Is Clavinova piano good for a beginer to play on or to learn from 
is it good for a beginer to play on or to learn from a Clavinova Piano or is it better to purchase a cheaper model?

Moving a Clavinova 
Can you place a Clavinova on its back to move it?

where do i find replacement keys for clavinova clp-350?  Not rated yet
where do i find replacement keys for clavinova clp-350?

thanks

No sound from my Yamaha Clavinova CLP-250 Keyboard.  Not rated yet
I have no sound from my Yamaha Clavinova CLP-250 keyboard. Can you suggest a troubleshooting procedure that I can try to correct the problem?

Midi in, out and thru question  Not rated yet
Hello

I would lile to ask if midi files on my computer can be played on the clp-120 (model 2006) using the midi in. I know I can use the Clavinova ...

Yamaha CLP 970 Power cord  Not rated yet
I moved, and somehow in the move lost the power cord for my CLP 970 -- does anyone know what kind of power cord this is or how I can replace it?

Thank ...

Yamaha CLP-250 The C33,D35,E37 intermitent short sound   Not rated yet
I have 3 keys that do not sustain when held down. These are intermitent problems which leads me to believe there is either a short in the circuit panel,...

Clavinova 150-m song?  Not rated yet
I have 50 different songs on my klavinova and the names of the songs. But when you go into demo there is 1 song (Demo grand piano 1) That i can't find ...

Transfer Music from Computer to Yamaha CLP-360  Not rated yet
I have a Yamaha CLP-360. What's the best way to transfer music that I might have on my computer so it can play directly on the Yamaha?

Dead Octave on CLP-50  Not rated yet
I have one dead octave, 2nd below Middile C. From the C# to the B. I've not played the piano in six months, but it was plugged it. After moving it, to ...

Yamaha CLP-150 voltage  Not rated yet
Is the Yamaha CLP-150 dual voltage?

Yamaha CLP-820 - LOUD KEYS with the sound turned down  Not rated yet
i took the top off of my CLP-820 how do i make the keys not thump when i press them down and when i release them

Title of the 50 Preset songs on the Yamaha Clavinova CLP 820?  Not rated yet
Hi,
Does anyone know the songlist of the 50 preset songs on the Yamaha clavinova clp820?

Thank You

Yamaha clavinova clp-240 compatible with macintosh  Not rated yet
I would like to record myself using my clavinova CLP-240 and my MacPro. Are the two compatible or is the piano only recordable using a PC?

Clavinova CLP-930 - preset songs  Not rated yet
Hello.

I own a Clavinova CLP-930.
Is there a way to save all the 50 preset songs into a computer?

Thank you,

Jorge Teixeira

Creating Files for Yamaha CLP  Not rated yet
I own CLP 340. How do I create files similar to the fifty stored on the instrument? I.e.: to be able to slow it down / speed it up with metronome function;...

Noisy keys on CLP 930  Not rated yet
The keys in the lower register of my CLP 930 have become very noisy. I have not moved it since it was delivered, nor have I subjected it to unusual heat ...

How does one move a clp 560  Not rated yet
Hi I want to consider a CLP 560 for purchase, but don't know how to move it without damaging it. Any easy suggestions?

Also, will it interface both ...

5 Keys Not Working  Not rated yet
I've had my Clavinova CLP-220 for under two years, and 5 keys suddenly stopped working. I've tried changing voice, unplugging it for a while, and changing ...

midi setup  Not rated yet
I want to use an m-audio fasttrack pro with garage band to record my clavinova clp-150's keyboard.

What are the correct settings?

Thanks

How much to sell Yamaha Clavinova CLP 300 for?  Not rated yet
I am going to be selling my Yamaha Clavinova CLP-300 and I am wondering how much it is worth. My parents bought it for me when I was younger, probably ...

CLP Clavinova MIDI to USB Cable  Not rated yet
This one works great.

http://www.zzounds.com/item--MDOUNO

How do I update my driver for the CLP175 so its compatible with my brand New Mac.  Not rated yet
Im having difficulty getting my brand new Mac to recognise the CLP175, the driver on the Clavinova only recognises Mac OS 8.6-9.2.2 I have the Mac OS X ...

Repair Clavinova  Not rated yet
The sustaining pedal suddenly stopped working in the middle of a hymn at church. I have taken it apart, having tried all other options e.g. checking all ...

Pedal not working  Not rated yet
The pedal on my CLP 820 Clavinova stopped working. Any advice on how to fix this?

Clavinova CLP220 demo/preset pieces : names?  Not rated yet
Has anyone identified the names/titles (and composers?) of the preset/demo pieces for the Clavinova CLP220 ?

I have one - a piano piece is the the ...

Yamaha Clavinova Dealer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia?  Not rated yet
I have recently moved to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. I donated my Clavinova 930 to my grandson, and I am looking to purchase a Clavinova 340 in Riyadh. Do you ...

Yamaha CLP-260 - weighted keys?  Not rated yet
Can you tell me if my Yamaha Clavinova CLP-260 has weighted keys?

CLP-130 recording?   Not rated yet
I have a Clavinova CLP-130 and would like to record to my computer. I already have any software I would need if I was recording directly to my soundcard....

Transposing on Clavinova  Not rated yet
How do you transpose keys on the Clavinova?

CLP-360 replacement cord  Not rated yet
The cord on my CLP-360 was damaged in moving and I have a replacement--however I cannot figure out how to open the case to hard-wire it in. I don't want ...

clavinova clp 260 vs piano  Not rated yet
How similar are the two with number of keys? Is playing this type of clavinova just like playing a real piano?

Yamaha clp 560 problems  Not rated yet
I have a older clp 560 I have used alot over the years and love it. The problem is that several of the keys in the middle range either don't play or ...

how to use the metronome on Yamaha Clavinova  Not rated yet
i have a yahama clavinova but i dont know how to use the metronome and how to adjust to the beat.

Playing midi files on my Yamaha CLP-920  Not rated yet
I would like to use midi files and listen to my CLP-920 'play' the music. I have a Yamaha UX16 USB to midi cable, I have Music Creator 4 software and I ...

Yamaha CLP650 technical support please?  Not rated yet
I have a CLP650 and it suddenly stopped working.
No sound from the boxes or headphone after turning on the main switch.
I have asked an engineer to have ...

Sluggish E on CLP-150  Not rated yet
The E on my CLP-150 is very sluggish. How can I fix it?

CLP 560 pedals  Not rated yet
does anyone know where I can find a set of pedals for a yamaha clp 560?
thanks
email jaytjones@earthlink.net

replacement power cord for Yamaha Clavinova CLP-930  Not rated yet
We recently moved and cannot locate the power cord for our Yamaha Clavinova CLP-930. Is there an online site for purchasing this?

Preset Songs Yamaha Clavinova CLP 930  Not rated yet
Can anyone tell me the names of the preset songs???

Clavinova CLP280 - Retrieving accidentaly deleted song  Not rated yet
Can I retrieve an accidentaly deleted song from the clavinova clp 280.If so...how can I retrieve the deleted song.

Yamaha CLavinova 220 - key not functioning  Not rated yet
I have a three year old Clavinova 220. The middle Bb stopped working. All other keys work fine. All controls are operating find. I tried turning off, turning ...

MIDI Setup  Not rated yet
What is the set up procedure for the CLP 560 to communicate with a midi interface?

demo tunes for Clavinova CLP-130  Not rated yet
Hello!
Where could I get the music sheets for the 14 voice demo tunes?
Thanks!

Noisy Keys CLP 930  Not rated yet
Recently, the keys on my 8 year old CLP 930 have become quite noisy. The noise is uniform from key to key. I've taken a look under the cover and it appears ...

sticking keys  Not rated yet
I have a single key sticking -- B flat just below middle C. The B flat an octave lowere is sluggish, but not yet sticking. This problem just surfaced ...

REcording software for CLP 150  Not rated yet
Anyone recommend a recording software for CLP 150?

Broken Keys - Clavinova CLP 930  Not rated yet
I need for my clavinova clp 930 tree keys, C, D an E because they are broken. where can I get this spareparts?

Used Yamaha CLP 130 value  Not rated yet
Hi. Can someone tell me what a used (2004) Yamaha CLP-130 would be worth today in 2009 in GBP please.

Compatibility issues with iMac and Sibelius  Not rated yet
Hi!!! I am a relatively experienced user of keyboards and computers who has been accustomed to creating music successfully from my Roland keyboard and ...

Sustain Pedal for CLP360  Not rated yet
My son has a CLP360. What pedals are compatible? I have a Yamaha keyboard sustain pedal that works fine with a keyboard but I cannot get it to work with ...

transfer memory files to a computer on clp-150  Not rated yet
I have recorded songs that I composed directly onto the memery of my CLP-150. I am wondering how I can tranfer these songs to a computer, as a MIDI file....

Can I get help troubleshooting an effects mode problem?  Not rated yet
I have a Yamaha CLP 157 digital piano.
The leds change when pressing the effects button through the various modes, (detune- chorus- tremelo) but the detune ...

Yamaha CLP 280  Not rated yet
Could you recommend a midi convertor for converting recorded files from Yamaha CLP 280 ( especially Church organ) to Audio Files. Sounds getting distorted ...

Clavinova CLP-560 keys/key cover  Not rated yet
Our CLP-560 is about 15 years old and we are having trouble with the cover sliding over the keys--it is no longer a smooth process to cover the keys, and ...

Louder sound: Yamaha CLP-500  Not rated yet
I have a Yamaha CLP-500. There are to white keys that could be pressed while turing on the keyboard and it would be louder volume. This was a mode that ...

Sticking Key - Yamaha CLP 270  Not rated yet
Have a CLP 270 and ONE key has an intermittently DIFFERENT resistance level and becomes sporadically very difficult to depress.

Am I in need of a new ...

Yamaha CLP 123 Clavinova  Not rated yet
Hi,

Can you please tell me what my Yamaha CLP 123 Clavinova and stool is worth? It is in excellent condition and i am selling it as it doesn't get used....

problem between CLP 130 and midi software connection  Not rated yet
I have Clavinova CLP-130 and I would like to connect it to a midi software.

I bought a hardware connetor :
Prodipe Mini USB

I tried to use a software ...

Yamaha Clavinova - can a cd player be connected through the floppy drive?  Not rated yet
I wish to up grade my clavinova is it possible to connect a cd drive to it?

Is CLP 130 compatible to Macbook? Where can I find the software?  Not rated yet
I have a CLP 130 given by my friend, and I don't have any manual. Since this model is a little outdated, I'd like to know if I can still use it as MIDI ...

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