This document is the Owner's Manual for the Yamaha Clavinova series of electronic keybaard instruments, specifically models CVP-7, CVP-5, and CVP-3. It highlights that these are new types of instruments made possible by Yamaha's advanced electronic technology and experience in manufacturing musical instruments.
The manual details several main features including 76 standard size keys, 16 voices using FM Tone Generation with Initial Touch Control, and AUTO RHYTHM using PCM Tone Generation for realistic percussion accompaniment. Additional features vary by model, such as PIANO ABC for background accompaniments, ROM MUSIC (CVP-7/CVP-5) for flexible performance playback, PERFORMANCE MEMORY (CVP-7/CVP-5) for real-time recording, and SEQUENCER MEMORY (CVP-7/CVP-5) for independent recording of parts.
The instrument features 76 standard size keys.
The Clavinova provides 16 voices using FM Tone Generation.
The AUTO RHYTHM function uses PCM Tone Generation for realistic sounding percussion accompaniment.