Yamaha CK88 Stage Keyboard

Yamaha CK88 Stage Keyboard Overview

The Yamaha CK88 Stage Keyboard is the ultimate instrument for gigging keyboardists.

Combining the best of both worlds, the Yamaha CK88 Stage Keyboard features the sounds of the renowned Yamaha CP Stage Piano and the YC Stage Keyboard for a versatile sonic palette containing pianos, electric pianos, strings, brass, organs, and modern synth sounds.

With over 300 high-quality voices, this keyboard is designed for the musician who demands a complete range of sonic options. Whether you’re a touring musician, studio producer or aspiring artist, the CK88 Stage Keyboard has everything you need to create exceptional music.

The CK88 is more than its diverse selection of sounds. Its 88-key Graded Hammer Standard action with initial touch provides an authentic and expressive piano-playing experience, while the split/layer functionality allows you to combine and play two voices at once for an astonishing range of sonic possibilities.

Ultimate Control for Organ and Synth Sounds

The Yamaha CK88 features dedicated Organ and Synth controls that allow you to tweak and adjust the parameters of the sounds on the fly, giving you ultimate control over your performance. Nine Organ Footage Sliders, three Part Volume Sliders, and eleven control Knobs allow you to adjust the tonewheel organ and vintage synth sounds to your liking.

The Pitchbend and Modulation Wheel are at your fingertips and allow you to alter sounds on-the-fly, whether that’s gradually introducing vibrato or bending notes during a synth solo.

Take Your Sound Anywhere

The CK88 stage keyboard is not just a powerful instrument but also incredibly portable, only weighing 13.1kg. It features built-in speakers and battery power, so you can take your music wherever you go, from cramped tour buses to hotel rooms or even the great outdoors. With eight AA alkaline or Ni-MH batteries, you can enjoy up to five hours of continuous playtime, making it perfect for outdoor gigs and rehearsals.

Professional Features and Connectivity

The Yamaha CK88 also features professional features and connectivity options that make it a great choice for both the stage and studio. With 363 voices and 160 Live Set Sounds, you have access to over 300 high-quality voices to suit any genre or style. The 128 voices of polyphony ensure that you’ll never miss a note, even in the most complex passages.

In addition, the CK88 offers a range of connectivity options including stereo line output, stereo input, stereo headphones output, two connectors for footswitches or foot controllers, MIDI in/out, USB to device, USB to host, and Bluetooth connectivity. This means you can easily connect to a computer, external sound system, or even playback audio from a Bluetooth device.

Your Complete Gigging Keyboard

Whether you’re a professional keyboardist, a hobbyist, or a student, the Yamaha CK88 Stage Keyboard is the perfect instrument for all your gigging needs. With its split/layer functionality, dedicated organ and synth controls, battery power, and professional features and connectivity, you’ll have everything you need to take your sound to the next level and beyond.