For many, the Yamaha CP70 is the missing link between acoustic and electric pianos. In this video, we take an in-depth look at this legendary 1976 piano, which achieved what the Rhodes and Wurlitzer could not: capturing the true essence of a grand piano in a (relatively) portable format.

We analyze its internal struck-string mechanism, its electric guitar-style pickup system, and why—despite technological advances—no plugin can replicate the tactile feel of its 73 keys and authentic hammer action. If you’re passionate about classic synthesizers and the history of instruments that defined eras, this technical and sonic journey is for you.

Special thanks to Proyecto 3 Studio for the filming, and to Hernán and his family for making this incredible instrument available.

00:00 The piano inspired by the electric guitar
00:15 History and origins: Yamaha (1976)
00:52 CP70 vs. Rhodes and Wurlitzer: The sonic difference
01:38 How it works: Strings, hammers, and pickups
02:36 CP70 versions: Models A, B, and M
03:00 The secret behind its amplification
04:11 Construction and portability: A 120kg giant
05:05 Why plugins can't match it
05:15 Controls, EQ, and built-in effects
06:12 Maintenance and its "Honky Tonk" reputation
07:03 String design and internal tension
08:03 Acknowledgments and closing

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