DIGITAL AND ACOUSTIC PIANOS

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1 KAWAI AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND Unit 1, 29 Gibbes Street Chatswood NSW Australia 2067 P:: F:: For your nearest Kawai dealer in Australia or New Zealand go to DIGITAL AND ACOUSTIC PIANOS KAI 0393

2 CONTENTS 04// 06// 08// 10// 12// KAWAI. THE FUTURE OF THE PIANO SHIGERU KAWAI CONCERT GRANDS RX SERIES GRANDS UPRIGHT PIANOS STAGE & PORTABLE PIANOS 14// DIGITAL PIANOS 16// PR-1 RECORDER SYSTEM 17// 18// 20// 22// MILLENNIUM III ACTION THE CHOICE OF THOSE WHO KNOW KAWAI ENTRY LEVEL PIANOS KAWAI IN EDUCATION 23// KAWAI WEBSITE

3 Kawai. The future of the piano Since 1927, when Koichi Kawai set out to build the finest piano in the world, the company he founded has been committed to innovation. Our aim is not just to build the best pianos possible today, but to redefine how pianos feel, play and sound even how to protect the environment as we make great musical instruments. Over 80 years of piano excellence. The tradition of excellence begun by Koichi Kawai met with immediate success and the business was continued by his son, Shigeru Kawai. Today, his grandson Hirotaka Kawai continues the family tradition. For three generations and over 80 years, the Kawai name has stood for quality, innovation and leadership in piano technology. Today, Kawai is the choice of many of the world s outstanding pianists. John Chen, playing the Shigeru Kawai EX Grand, won the Sydney International Piano Competition in He had earlier won the Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition in Brisbane. Both competitions were proudly sponsored by Kawai. You can read more about John Chen and other Kawai performers on pages A tradition passed on to a new generation. The inspiration of Koichi Kawai and the company s insistence on excellence in all areas of piano design and manufacturing has created a strong company ethic based on pride in our work. Outstanding young people are recruited and trained, eventually to be recognised by their peers as Kawai Master Artisans. Drawn from a number of countries, they are trained in all aspects of production, including time spent at one of the most advanced musical research and development laboratories in the world at the Kawai Ryuyo facility in Hamamatsu, Japan. Karawan. The state of the art in piano manufacturing. Our new purpose-built facility at Karawan in Indonesia has been designed to pass on our master craftsman skills and to build new ranges of affordable pianos for Australia, New Zealand and other international markets. Opened in 2003, Karawan pianos will start appearing in stores in They will set new standards of affordable quality and musicality in both uprights and grand pianos. You can read more about them on pages The future of the piano. Whether you are new to the piano or a concert performer, Kawai is committed to delivering the best instrument for your needs. We do this through our investment in innovation and craftsmanship, our manufacturing efficiency which provides exceptional value, and through outstanding customer service. After the sale, our network of Authorised Kawai Dealers ensures your piano is installed correctly and remains at optimum performance levels. The future of the piano is here. Kawai. 04// \\ 05

4 Shigeru Kawai Concert Grands Meticulously handcrafted in strictly limited numbers, the Shigeru Kawai brings to fruition over 80 years of piano advancement, knowledge and craftsmanship. The Shigeru Kawai is born to fulfill the lifelong dreams of the concert pianist. :: SK-2 178cm (L) Handcrafted by master artisans. A Shigeru Kawai piano is perfected by an elite group of crafsmen. Each of our Kawai Master Artisans is at the pinnacle of his profession. Their skilled application of detailed handwork at every level of the process often as much as five times more than other pianos sets the Shigeru Kawai apart. Japanese Ezo Spruce. From the snow covered mountains of Hokkaido in northern Japan, comes the Ezo Spruce. Harvested in strictly limited quantities, so as to preserve its pristine environment, this wood provides exceptional energy transmission and tonal projection. After careful natural ageing, it is used in the soundboard of the Shigeru Kawai to give it an unsurpassed tonal quality. Precision in action and hammers. With its lighter ABS-Carbon parts, Kawai s patented Millennium III action provides far greater reponsiveness for players than conventional wooden actions approximately 25% faster in Shigeru Kawai. You can read more about the Millennium III action on page 17. Our exclusive Shiko Seion hammers are made and voiced entirely by our master piano artisans using a select blend of Australian and New Zealand wools. Hand pressed, they deliver unmatched dynamics and expression. The premier piano of Japan, the Shigeru Kawai is the pinnacle of achievement for our Kawai Master Artisans. For world class performers like John Chen, their future success depends on the piano they play. The Kawai action is very easy to control, the sounds you imagine are what comes out...it has the widest range of colour of any piano I have ever played. I place my name on this piano with pride and honour, as my personal expression of commitment to the art of the piano. :: Shigeru Kawai :: SK-3 186cm (L) :: SK-5 197cm (L) :: SK-6 212cm (L) :: SK-7 227cm (L) Call toll free on or go to for your nearest Kawai Dealer // 06// \\ 07

5 RX Series Grands The ideal home, studio or auditorium grand piano An exquisite touch, superb range of expression and lightning fast response are the hallmarks of this superb range of pianos. Each model in the RX series has the heart and the applied technology to create a superb musical experience. The heart of the grand is the soundboard and Kawai artisans utilise only the finest quarter sawn spruce to meet Kawai s strict resonance standards. Piano length, and the size of the soundboard, are critical factors for sound quality in a grand piano. Longer strings and a larger soundboard will produce a higher quality and volume of sound. Hence, it is important to match the size of a grand piano to the room or auditorium in which it will be played. The RX Series also boasts the world s finest keyboard action. All models feature our patented Millennium III action to produce a keyboard response that is 25% faster than traditional wooden actions. As well, all keys are individually balanced and weighted to ensure uniform touch across the entire keyboard. For more detailed information on the Millennium III action, see the description below and page 17. Produced to our most exacting standards, all Kawai RX Grand Pianos reflect the quality, innovation and attention to detail that make Kawai the future of the piano. GRAND PIANO FEATURES // :: Solid spruce soundboard :: Millennium III Action :: Duplex Scale (GE & RX Series) :: High strength piano body :: Hard wearing ebony polish finish :: Three pedals Action Kawai s Millennium III Action TM is an evolution of the critically acclaimed Herz action, it has been preferred by more than a generation of the finest pianists. Every part of the action is a masterpiece of mechanical efficiency, uniformity, and sensitivity and is built to withstand the demands of a lifetime of use. An incredibly strong material known as ABS Styran is used for the many load bearing parts that would formerly have been timber. Although uncommon to the industry, Kawai inspects each action over 100 times and regulates it 5 times before it leaves the factory. :: Solid brass castors :: Steel reinforced anti-warp keyslip :: Full length ribs :: Three separate lid props (RX Series) :: Adjustable music desk :: Matching bench :: NEOTEX TM key surface for exceptional playability and long lasting beauty (GE & RX Series) :: Soft fall fallboard :: 12 Year full factory warranty Soundboard SPECIFICATIONS // RX Series Only carefully selected, straight-grained, solid Sitka Spruce is used in Kawai grand soundboards. Our stringent quality standards require that every piece of Sitka Spruce maintain an optimal number of grains per square inch. MODEL LENGTH :: RX-2 178cm :: RX-3 186cm :: RX-5 197cm :: RX-6 212cm :: RX-7 227cm Weighted and Balanced Keys The keys of the RX Series grand pianos are individually weighted and balanced to adjust for differences in hammer size. Weights are scientifically positioned at different points in each key to provide an even, balanced touch across the entire keyboard for superb control. SPECIFICATIONS // GM/GE Series MODEL LENGTH :: GM cm :: GE cm :: GE cm Call toll free on or go to for your nearest Kawai Dealer // 08// \\ 09

6 Upright Pianos Kawai quality pianos to suit every budget Kawai Upright Pianos come in a wide range of sizes to meet various space and budget requirements. As a rule, the taller the upright piano, the higher the tonal quality and greater the volume of sound, because the strings are longer and the soundboard is larger. Kawai aims to fulfill the wide ranging requirements of institutions at all levels with a series of well-designed, sturdy instruments that give many years of outstanding performance in demanding professional and classroom environments. Kawai K Series home and professional pianos offer tonal qualities that rival many grand pianos. They feature a full resonant bass and melodic treble, and most have our remarkable patented Millennium III Action. Kawai also selects only the finest materials for the solid spruce soundboard and ribs to ensure excellent dynamic range and resonance. Laminated back posts deliver optimum rigidity to the piano case and, the back post also K Series FEATURES // :: Millennium III Action (most models) :: Solid spruce soundboard contributes to superior tuning stability. :: Mahogany hammer mouldings (K-35, K-5, K-6, K-8) :: Laminated back posts for extra strength :: Three pedals :: Extra long music rack Millennium III Action 16% faster With its lighter, stronger design and ABS-Carbon parts, the Millennium III Action is tremendously fast and effortless for players of all standards. It is approximately 16% faster in uprights and :: Padded adjustable bench :: NEOTEX TM key surface for exceptional playability and long lasting beauty (K-35, K-5, K-6, K-8) :: Soft fall lid :: 12 Year full factory warranty is featured on the K Series *. The repetition and responsiveness are superb. See page 17. K-8 FEATURES // Feel and touch Kawai s Ultra-Responsive TM direct-blow action offers excellent feel and touch. Aluminium rails and hammer rests plus extremely stable low friction ABS Styran materials avoid tuning changes caused by temperature or humidity. Our K-8 model is truly a grand in an upright with all the above features and more. :: Full 132cm height :: 6 laminated back posts for extra strength and tuning stability :: Sostenuto pedal (a grand piano feature) :: Agraffes for uniformity of tone Ebony and ivory :: Duplex Scale for brilliance and richness Kawai uses synthetic NEOTEX to simulate the smooth texture and feel of natural ebony and ivory. This semi-porous silica-filled surface absorbs natural oils and perspiration and resists cracking and fading. :: Tone spreader on upper/lower panel :: Grand piano style wide music rack SPECIFICATIONS // Kawai K-8, a grand in an upright with full 132cm height Soft Fall fallboard All Kawai K Series upright pianos come with a closing system * that protects hands, fingers and the pianos finish from the harm that a jarring close may cause. * K-15 has the Ultra-Responsive ABS Action Series II and the Standard fallboard system. See page 20. MODEL SIZE (height) :: K cm :: K cm :: K cm :: K cm :: K cm :: K cm Call toll free on or go to for your nearest Kawai Dealer // 10// \\11

7 Stage & Portable Pianos Digitals with acoustic piano touch & sound Announcing the stunning range of Kawai s digital pianos. Not only has the sound of the piano been captured, but also the touch, key weight and expressiveness of the best acoustic pianos. This guarantees both listening and playing pleasure without the size, weight and noise restrictions of an acoustic instrument. As the premier builders of acoustic pianos, Kawai has long understood the importance of touch. Based on the award-winning MP9500, the MP digital has taken the lessons of the acoustic piano to the digital domain. With its superbly smooth, fully weighted touch sensitive keyboard, it is the perfect master studio keyboard or stage piano. The sound? Imagine the best audio engineers and facilities delivering the full dynamics of the famous Kawai EX Concert Grand Piano in digital form. Kawai ES6 portable digital pianos is lightweight in comparison, yet still robust and a very serious instrument, featuring a weighted keyboard and high quality Harmonic Imaging II sound technology. Suited to home and school, it is the ideal portable piano with MIDI link to computer sequencers. ES6 FEATURES // :: 6 Speaker sound system :: New Advanced Hammer Action IV with 88 keys :: Harmonic Imaging II Technology :: Sound system 13Wx2 :: Gloss black finish :: 32 inbuilt voices and 192 note polyphony :: 100 backing rhythms and solo phrases :: 4 songs, 2 tracks amd built-in 60,000 note digital recorder :: MIDI interface, USB Interface :: Dimensions (cm): x 32.1 x 13.8 (WxDxH) MP5 FEATURES // :: Advanced Hammer Action IV with 88 keys :: Maximum of 192 note polyphony, 256 sounds MP5 Professional Stage piano with new Advanced Hammer Action IV :: Harmonic Imaging II Technology :: 16 digits x 2 LCD display :: 20 effects, 7 reverbs, 4-band EQ :: Pitch bend and modulation wheels :: MIDI interface, USB Port :: Dimensions (cm): 136 x 34 x 17 (WxDxH) MP8II FEATURES // :: Kawai AWA Grand PRO II 88 weighted wooden key action :: 192 note polyphony :: Harmonic Imaging II Technology :: 256 Internal sounds, metronome :: 22 effects, 7 reverbs The ES6 Design Pack includes a matching stand and an acrylic music rest as an option. :: Pitch bend and modulation wheels :: LCD with background light :: MIDI interface, USB Port :: Dimensions (cm): x 44.2 x 18.9 (WxDxH) Call toll Call free toll on 1800 free 636 on or go 636 to or go to for your nearest Kawai for your Dealer nearest // Kawai Dealer // 12// \\13

8 Digital Pianos Introducing Kawai s new range of affordable, high performance digital pianos. By improving on Kawai s acclaimed Harmonic Imaging sound technology and our remarkably responsive Advanced Hammer Action weighted keyboard, they bring a new level of performance and value to digital pianos. The CN Series, CP Series and CA91 Concert Artist digital pianos are packed with features, including increased polyphony, multiple effects, song recorders, advanced hammer actions and powerful speakers. New digital classics for stage, school, church or home Whether in a large auditorium that demands the power of a grand, or for practicing or composing at home or school, there is a Kawai digital for just about everyone. With Concert Magic built-in, all these pianos can help any player improve their skills and bring the pleasure of music to people of all ages and abilities. CN SERIES FEATURES // :: Advanced Hammer Action IV :: Superb new multisample piano sounds :: 305 sounds, 100 rhythms, 6 reverbs (CN41) :: 27 sounds, 5 reverbs (CN31) :: 96 note polyphony, dual/split modes :: 88 song concert Magic Song Lesson System :: Sound system 16Wx2 (CN31) 40Wx2 (CN41) :: MIDI Interface (CN31) + USB Port (CN41 only) :: 3.5 Floppy drive (CN41 only) :: Built-in metronome and digital recorder :: AMEB approved for Level 1 (Preliminary to Fourth Grade) examinations CA 91 FEATURES // :: Kawai AWA Grand PRO II wooden key graded hammer action :: Harmonic Imaging Sound Technology CA91 Concert Artist piano and its innovative soundboard speaker system. :: Unique Kawai soundboard speaker system :: 80 sounds, 192 polyphony, dual/split modes :: 88 Concert Magic lesson system :: 7 tone controls :: 16 letter x 2 line display :: 40W x W x 1 output power :: MIDI interface + USB port CP SERIES FEATURES // :: Built-in rhythms and accompaniments :: Advanced Hammer Action IV (CP67 & CP116) Built into Kawai CN Series The world famous Alfred Beginners Courses Level 1A/1B are built into the Kawai CN21, CN31 and CN41. Kawai CN41 has Alfred s Adult Course Level 1 built in. Both are ideal foundations to progress to AMEB and ABRSM examinations. See page 21. :: Kawai AWA PRO Grand wooden key hammer action (CP136) :: 16 track recorder (CP116 & CP136) :: 2 track (7,000 note) recorder (CP67) :: CD-RW drive (CP136) :: Built-in concert magic songs :: Built-in sounds (CP67x256, CP116x600, CP136x1,000) :: Rosewood cabinet design Call toll Call free toll on 1800 free 636 on or go 636 to or go to for your nearest Kawai for your Dealer nearest // Kawai Dealer // 14// \\15

9 PR-1 Recorder System play, record, replay You ve never seen anything like the Kawai PR-1. A complete system that allows you to mic and record any acoustic piano, or connect to any external sound system! Special microphones are the secret to the PR-1. These unique mics attach to any grand or vertical piano and then connect directly to the PR-1 control module. With the built-in CD recorder you can make CD recordings directly from your acoustic piano. Millennium III Action 16% faster in uprights 25% faster in grands Your recordings can be played on any CD player and you can make copies to share with friends, family and other musicians. Imagine the possibilities for piano teachers, students, church musicians, choral directors, schools, churches, theatres... even home hobbyists who want to make a CD to share or keep. The Kawai PR-1 serves double duty as an easyto-use miking system to connect an acoustic piano to any sound system. There s no need to purchase expensive and complicated sound equipment. Simply use the output jacks on the back of the PR-1 to send your piano s sound to any sound system, recording console or home theatre system. The built-in reverb can even make you sound as if you re playing in a concert hall. The PR-1 s input jacks allow you to record an incoming audio signal to CD. This further expands your CD possibilities by recording vocals and other instruments along with your acoustic piano. And to top it off, the PR-1 can detach from the microphones to become a portable CD player capable of playing any commercially released CD. Faster Swifter touch, faster repetition in grands and uprights Better Control Unparalleled accuracy provides a finer touch Stronger More durable than a traditional wooden action Greater Power More playing power and volume with less effort Kawai s Millennium III Action features components made of ABS-Carbon, a new composite material created by the infusion of carbon into our existing ABS Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly sturdy and rigid, which allowed Kawai to make the action parts lighter without sacrificing strength. The lighter design makes the Millennium III Action tremendously fast and effortless for the player. It is approximately 16% faster in uprights than a traditional wooden action, 25% faster in grands. The repetition and responsiveness are superb. Every exacting detail of the action was exhaustively analysed to meet the stringent demands of the skilled pianist. One prime example of this effort was the addition of a microscopic surface texture on the jack at the point where it meets the hammer. The result of this subtle but important change is a dramatic increase in control during pianissimo playing. Call toll Call free toll on 1800 free 636 on or go 636 to or go to for your nearest Kawai for your Dealer nearest // Kawai Dealer // 16// \\17

10 The choice of those who know One of the greatest gifts my parents gave me as a child was encouraging me to learn the piano. I ve been playing Kawai digital pianos for years, and their musicality makes songwriting a pleasure. :: Lee Kernaghan - winner of 27 Golden Guitars and Australian of the Year, There was huge audience feedback to the radio broadcast, they really enjoyed it the most. I wish the Shigeru Kawai was everywhere I play. I love its range of touch, its power, its extremes of colour and dynamic expression. The action and its mechanical capabilities are also extraordinary. :: Michael Kieran Harvey - one of the world s finest concert pianists The MP8 sounds like a grand piano, it plays like a grand piano, and it s also the best master midi-controller I have ever used in a live or studio situation. :: Don Airey - Deep Purple :: John Chen - winner of the Sydney International Piano Competition, 2004 Call toll free on or go to for your nearest Kawai Dealer // 18// \\19

11 The future begins here Kawai entry level pianos There are only a very few talented individuals who can hope to perform on the world s concert stages. Kawai makes affordable pianos for players at all skill levels, including entry level digital, upright and grand pianos. This is only possible through our investment in technology, innovation and manufacturing efficiency. Our CL Series is Kawai s most affordable range of high performance digital pianos. And from our new Karawan facility come two outstanding acoustic pianos, the K-15 Upright and the GM-10K Baby Grand. We ve made it our passion through innovation, technology and pride in our traditions to create the world s finest pianos for all levels of players. That s why Kawai is the future of the piano. ENTRY LEVEL DIGITAL CL25 Digital Piano The CL25 digital piano is an attractive instrument designed to fit into virtually any space. But don t let the small size fool you. The CL25 is packed with powerful digital piano features. All this, along with superb tone and touch, makes the CL25 an ideal instrument for home, school or church. ENTRY LEVEL UPRIGHT K-15 Upright Piano - 110cm height Designed in the continental style with a toeblock, the K-15 is the perfect piano to meet both your limited space and budget requirements. Naturally, you don t miss out on Kawai quality; the K-15 is built to our high standards with a solid spruce soundboard to ensure excellent dynamic range. Kawai s Ultra-Responsive Action offers tonal qualities that rival much larger uprights and features a resonant bass and melodic treble. ENTRY LEVEL GRAND Kawai Baby Grand GM-10K How often have you longed for the power and volume of sound you get from a grand piano but alas, haven t had the room to suit? The Kawai Baby Grand GM-10K is our new grand piano from the Karawan facility. At just 150cm (5 ), it s ideal for playing in the home or a small venue. Beautiful to look at, with a hard wearing ebony polish finish and solid brass castors, it certainly looks the part yet it comes with a surprisingly small price tag. And with its solid spruce soundboard and Kawai s Ultra-Responsive keyboard action featuring ABS Styran parts, the Kawai Baby Grand has the responsiveness, sound quality and musicality of other much larger grands. Caring for the future of our environment In 1997, Kawai became the first piano manufacturer to receive ISO 14001, the world s foremost certification for excellence in environmental management. In our ongoing efforts to achieve environmental excellence, Kawai has been recognised for exceptional achievement for reforestation, energy conservation, waste reduction and natural resource preservation in subsequent ISO certifications. Alfred Publishing The Alfred Publishing Company has one of the world s top-selling adult piano courses and is also the No.1 music education publisher in Australia and New Zealand. Built into Kawai CN-Series The world-famous Alfred Beginners Courses Level 1A/1B are built into the Kawai CN21, CN31, CN41 digital pianos. Kawai CN41 model also includes Alfred s Adult Course Level 1. These courses are ideal foundations to progress to both AMEB and ABRSM examinations. Alfred s library of piano methods assists teachers in introducing the magical qualities of the piano through a sequential presentation of technical concepts and musical compositions. Alfred s supplemental sheet music and books provide a wide array of recital quality music for pianists to use for sight reading practice, reinforce music concepts or play just for fun. Alfred s Masterwork Library Editions provide the standard piano repertoire edited with the highest musicological standards. Call toll free on or go to for your nearest Kawai Dealer // 20// \\21

12 Kawai in education The future of the piano online Kawai has taken an active role in supporting music education by sponsoring music camps and piano competitions that provide opportunities for outstanding young pianists. Through courses based on the teachings of Dr Suzuki, children from all over Australia and New Zealand are learning to play a musical instrument through Suzuki Talent Education and Kawai. The highlight of the year is the Gala Performance at the Sydney Opera House, where young pianists win hearts with astonishing recitals on the Kawai concert grand piano. As well, Kawai made available no fewer than eight grand pianos that were the centrepiece of the visual feast that was the 2007 Suzuki Grand Concert. For the past five years, Kawai has been a sponsor of the McDonald s Performing Arts Challenge, which showcases up and coming young pianists, making them ready to springboard to a professional career. Kawai is also a proud sponsor of the Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition in Brisbane and the Sydney International Piano Competition. Both these prestigious competitions represent an opportunity for fine young pianists from Australia and New Zealand to compete with the best young performers from around the world. Kawai works closely with a wide range of educational institutions to provide the finest instruments, everything from a classroom of digital pianos to a handcrafted grand piano, for a college hall or university sound studio. Kawai can be found everywhere from Scotch College in Melbourne to Scots College in Sydney, from Queensland Conservatorium to Auckland University, Ascham School to the University of Western Australia. Educators know that Kawai has the range of instruments, personal service and competitive drive to deliver what their students need. Kawai s rental plan lets you try before you buy. You can rent a brand new Kawai digital or acoustic piano for no more than the cost of a weekly music lesson. It s the ideal way to give your child the chance to play a superb instrument, without a major financial commitment from day one. Up to 100% rental credit if you decide to purchase later. Should you decide to buy the piano later, or wish to upgrade, you can convert the arrangement to purchase and receive up to 100% credit on the rental you have paid. There simply is no easier way to experience the joy of a Kawai piano. This plan is only available in Australia in most capital cities. Conditions apply. Call toll free or visit Visit our website on and experience the tradition and technology of Kawai s art of piano making. Its new design gives you a practical, simple and easy to navigate interface so you can check out the latest news, special offers and all information you need to know about Kawai products and services in Australia and New Zealand. 22// \\23