Description

Yamaha CK88 Digital Stage Piano – Black

With authentic piano, organ and synth sounds, intuitive controls and built-in speakers, the CK88 makes everywhere a stage or studio.

• Graded Hammer Standard (GHS), 88-key, weighted and graded action to recreate the feeling of playing a Yamaha grand piano
• Piano sounds from three legendary Yamaha grands: the CFX, S700 and CF3
• Dedicated organ section based on the Yamaha reface YC mobile mini keyboard
• Built-in speakers & battery power option
• Compact & lightweight

The Yamaha CK series combines the rich sounds of the Yamaha CP Stage Piano and the YC Stage Keyboard into a versatile new instrument, prioritizing intuitive control over menu diving.

Sound Capabilities

The CK offers a comprehensive sound palette, including pianos, electric pianos, strings, brass, dedicated organ, and modern synth sounds. You can further customize your sound with onboard effects.

Pianos, EPs & Keys

It features piano sounds from legendary Yamaha grand pianos like the CFX, S700, and CF3, plus the U1 upright. “Digi Piano” sounds are also included for a 90s vibe.

Organ

The CK provides a versatile organ section based on the Yamaha reface YC, offering five organ types, rotary speaker effects, percussion, and enhanced vibrato/chorus. It includes nine dedicated drawbars for hands-on control.

Synths

Access a variety of complex synth sounds, from analog-style pads, leads, and basses to synth brass, strings, and textures, all with modern controls that eliminate the need for menu navigation.

Effects

Sculpt your sound with three dedicated effects processors: Drive, Effects 1, and Effects 2. An Analog to Digital (A/D) Input also has two dedicated effects.

Three Parts

The CK allows for splitting, layering, mixing, and processing up to three parts directly from the front panel, enabling endless sound combinations.

A/D Input

The A/D Input lets you connect a microphone or other instruments, apply two dedicated effects, and store settings to LIVE SETs.

Control & Interface

The CK features an intuitive 1-to-1 interface designed for creative exploration. Dedicated controls for Organ, Synth, and Effects keep you focused on playing.

Keyboard Action

The CK88 model features a Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) 88-key weighted action, mimicking the feel of a grand piano.

UI

The user-friendly interface with Dedicated Category buttons makes finding sounds quick and easy.

Filter & EG

Dedicated controls for Filter and Envelope Generator (EG), along with a bypass button, provide total sound-shaping control.

LIVE SET

LIVE SETs allow you to save and recall all front-panel settings, including splits, layers, effects, A/D input settings, and more.

MIDI Master

Functioning as a four-zone MIDI controller, the CK connects to external MIDI devices and DAWs, offering comprehensive control over your MIDI rig.

Portability & Connectivity

The CK is a compact, lightweight, and versatile keyboard designed for playing anywhere.

Speakers & Battery Power

Its built-in speakers and battery power (up to 4.5 hours with rechargeable batteries, 3 hours with alkaline) allow for unplugged performances and rehearsals on the go.

USB Audio/MIDI Interface

The built-in stereo in/out USB Audio Interface records and plays audio to and from your computer or iOS device, including the A/D input. It also includes USB MIDI and 5-pin DIN In/Out.

Bluetooth Audio Input

Wirelessly stream audio from your phone or other devices to the CK via Bluetooth Audio, utilizing the built-in speakers for playback.