----- Original Message -----From: John BenenatiSent: Monday, February 11, 2002 10:38 PMSubject: DGT2IIXG opinionHi,
I picked up your name from the DUG (Disklavier User Group) purchase database. Im interested in a DGT2IIXG and before I commit I thought Id solicit unvarnished feedback from actual owner/users. I havent been able to meet and talk to a DGT2IIXG owner so if you would be kind enough to share any/all feelings about your DGT2IIXG I would certainly appreciate it.
The genesis of my interest in a DGT2IIXG started several weeks ago when I decided to rekindle my interest in the piano. I hadnt even considered a digital when I happened upon a Clavinova CLP. I was amazed by how good it sounded. I then moved over to a Clavinova CVP and was equally amazed by the sound/ensemble features. Even though I thought the action of both units was very good, my fingers could tell they werent genuine acoustic piano actions. The salesman then directed me to several acoustics with combinations of midi and Disklavier systems.
It seems to me these acoustics represent the best of both worlds: a genuine acoustic action and either natural or digital sound depending upon your needs.
The DGT2IIXG would seem to represent an interesting compromise between the Clavinovas and the acoustic digital/midis.
Thanks for any info you can provide. jb
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Re: DGT2IIXG opinion
2002-02-12 by Todd Muncy
John Benenati sent me a question about Digital
GranTouch models, so I thought my comments might be of interest to the whole
group. My answer is followed by his question.
My experience with the DGT2XG reflects your
analysis completely. Our piano teacher (see Ken Healy's music in the file
vault or on Erica's page on my family website) says that it one of the best
sounding pianos he works with among his 40-50 students and he thinks the
keyboard feel is excellent.
I chose it because a 5' acoustic would be too large
for our living room and for the low maintenance (no tuning). Another huge
factor is volume control. I often use it for background cocktail music
with guests in the living room. Acoustic Yamahas are notorious for
drowning out conversation and being unable to sufficiently be turned down for
such use. With the digital, you can turn it down just like a stereo for
just the right level. At real low volume levels you can also switch off
the keyboard so the mechanical sound of the keys is not distracting.
Virtually no guests, unless they know a lot about pianos, ever
realize it's not acoustic, unless you tell them. When you do tell them,
they are amazed.
You are paying a significant premium for the
quality furniture aspect of the product. I needed that for a very formal
living room, but if you don't, I suspect there may be less expensive products
from Yamaha and others that will give you the sound and the feel in a less
attractive package. Perhaps other members of the group could suggest other
things to look at. You might also consult the Clarinova Yahoo Group
(CVPUG). Hope this helps.
Todd Muncy