TOUCH
The action of a piano controls how the keys mechanically operate. Unlike a violinist who can control the strings directly with their fingers, a pianist must rely on the precision of the action to help shape the sound. Kawai’s exclusive Millennium III and Ultra-Responsive actions utilize 21st century materials and innovative designs to create a piano action worthy of the finest pianists.An ABS-Styran version is found in the Ultra-Responsive action
Industry-standard felt material used on the K-200
Extended keys also found on the ST-1
TONE
If the touch of a piano is like a steering wheel, then the tone of a piano would be the engine. Without the engine, a car is of little practical value. It is the same with pianos. If a piano has a good tone, it is a joy to play. If it has a superb tone… you’re off to the races. Materials and design have an enormous impact on the quality of a piano’s tone. Kawai’s grand pianos are renowned worldwide for their expressive tone and expansive dynamic range. Here are some of the reasons why.An upper duplex scale is found on the K-500. A dual duplex scale is found on the K-800.
Agraffes are found on the K-800
STRENGTH
The strength of a well-crafted piano is one of the most impressive examples of the union between engineering and art in the world today. Kawai’s uprights are designed and crafted with great care to ensure each piano has the strength to produce and maintain their superb touch and tone over time.Steel-reinforced keys lips can be found on the K-Series
Rear braces not found on the K-15
machine screw on left, self-tapping screw on right
CHARACTER
Though the essence of a grand piano is its tone and touch, it is the little details that add a level of sophistication. From utility-based details such as the “soft-Fall” fallboard to aesthetic details such as cast brass pedals, Kawai continues to produce upright pianos with character.The K-15 and ND-21 have industry-standard music racks
Chrome pedals found on the ND-21
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