Yamaha YDP-S35 WA

Yamaha YDP-S35 WA — A Slim ARIUS Digital Piano with Concert-Grand Tone

The Yamaha YDP-S35 WA is the slim-cabinet 88-key member of Yamaha's ARIUS digital piano family, finished in matte White Ash for modern interiors. Built around a meticulously sampled Yamaha CFX concert grand piano voice, this model delivers the sparkling highs and resonant bass of a flagship nine-foot instrument inside a cabinet that closes into a flat tabletop. The Graded Hammer Standard keyboard with matte black keytops provides a heavier touch in the bass and a lighter feel in the treble, mirroring the mechanical behaviour of an acoustic piano. Whether placed in a living room, bedroom, or study, the YDP-S35 WA brings a concert experience home, all without the space requirements of an upright.

What Sets the YDP-S35 WA Apart in the ARIUS Line

Inside the slim cabinet sits Yamaha's Virtual Resonance Modeling Lite (VRM Lite). By simulating how vibrations from the keys spread through the soundboard and strings, it delivers the sympathetic resonance of an acoustic grand. The half-damper feature enables players to control sustain with nuance, while the Volume Limiter protects hearing during long sessions. Intelligent Acoustic Control and Stereophonic Optimizer keep the sound balanced at low volumes and through headphones.

Keyboard Action and Playing Feel — Authentic Acoustic Response

Weighted action creates the essential link between player and piano. Calibrated for a heavier touch in the lower register and lighter in the upper, the GHS design supports correct finger technique and muscle memory transfer for those transitioning to acoustic piano.

• Keys: 88 — full concert range for classical repertoire and graded exams
• Keyboard Technology: Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) — weighted action with matte black keytops for grip and tactile feedback
• The half-damper function lets you shape sustain and phrasing just as on a real grand, for a nuanced playing experience.

Tone Generation and Sound Engine — CFX Grand in a Slim Cabinet

The piano sound is sampled from Yamaha's flagship CFX grand, capturing the nuances from bass to treble with rich harmonic color. VRM Lite brings sympathetic resonance for authentic dimension, and 192-note polyphony ensures even complex passages remain intact.

• Polyphony: 192 notes — sustains dense chords and layered voices without note-stealing
• Voices: 10 — including CFX grand, electric pianos, organ, vibraphone, and strings
• Enjoy a library of 353 built-in songs, from 50 classical works to 303 exercises by Beyer, Burgmüller, Czerny, and Hanon.

Speakers, Headphones, and Connectivity — Practice-Friendly Hardware

Stereo amplification and a pair of 12 cm speakers give enough output for practice, while two headphone jacks make the YDP-S35 WA suitable for families or roommates. Connect to music apps via USB-to-Host, and start right away with the included PA-150 power supply and "50 Classical Music Masterpieces" book.

• Speaker System: 12 cm × 2 with 8 W × 2 built-in stereo amplifier — clear room-filling sound without external gear
• Headphone Outputs: 2 × 6.3 mm stereo jack — silent practice for two players side-by-side via Duo mode
• Connectivity: USB to Host — MIDI recording (2 tracks) and Smart Pianist app compatibility via cable
• Dimensions: 1353 × 309 × 792 mm — slim depth fits tight spaces; lid closes flat
• Weight: 37 kg — stable on the floor yet movable for room rearrangement

Who the Yamaha YDP-S35 WA Is For

The Yamaha YDP-S35 WA is a smart solution for intermediate students, adults returning to music, and apartment dwellers who want a true weighted-key experience in a discreet cabinet. Its 88 GHS keys and CFX sample prepare you for exams and a smooth transition to acoustic piano. The design fits Scandinavian interiors, and dual headphone outputs plus Volume Limiter support quiet practice and family use any time of day.

Yamaha ARIUS — A Heritage of Accessible Concert-Grand Tone

The ARIUS series was created as an entry point to Yamaha's flagship Clavinova sound, bringing CFX piano voices to those who found the Clavinova out of reach. The YDP-S35 carries forward that legacy in a compact, modern format, replacing the YDP-S34 with updated features and Smart Pianist app support. Available since May 2022, this model delivers Yamaha’s acoustic piano expertise in a digital instrument that fits your space.