Kawai Upright Pianos
For over fifty years, Kawai has been the architect of the modern piano, boldly pioneering the use of state-of-theart materials and ideas to advance the piano art form.
While our nine decades of experience and tradition have enabled the creation of remarkable touch and tone
for today, it is our celebrated technology that powerfully preserves and sustains that outstanding touch andtone for tomorrow. This innovative spirit is the essence of Kawai—and the principal reason why we remain ageneration ahead in providing exceptional performance that endures.

Optimum touch
touch

Touch is the quintessential key to joy, inspiration and artistry. Precise, consistent touch is thehallmark of every Kawai piano.
Millennium III Upright Action

The Power of Pianissimo

Millennium III Upright Action features components

One of the most coveted attributes of a fine piano is dynamic range—the ability to play not only thundering fortissimos, but

made of ABS-Carbon, a composite material createdalso the most delicate and sensitive pianissimos. The technological superiority of the Millennium III Upright Action is mostby the infusion of carbon fiber into our renowned ABS

evident in its extraordinary ability to produce the perfect pianissimo. It is ironic that K Series technology speaks loudest

Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly sturdy and rigid, which

when it whispers. The revolutionary Millennium III Upright Action is the secret behind the ultra-responsive touch of the K

allows the creation of action parts that are lighter

Series Professional Upright Pianos.

without sacrificing strength. The result is a stronger,
faster action that offers more power, better control andgreater stability than conventional all-wood actions.

Extended key length &NEOTEX TM Key Surfaces

Dual-Beam Aluminum HAMMER RailABS-carbon action parts

Longer keys make playing easier and provide aThe action rail is the “spine” of the piano’s action.

The use of ABS-Carbon makes themore even response from the front to the back ofK Series action rails are made of durable extruded

action parts tremendously strong andthe playing surface.

aluminum with our advanced Dual-Beam design forconsistent. ABS-Carbon is many times

Our exclusive NEOTEX key surface material madestrength and stability.

stronger than wood and is virtually(K-500 K-600 K-700 and K-800 only)with cellulose fiber offers the smooth, understatedimpervious to shrinking and swelling

texture of natural ivory and ebony—and a semi-

Die-Cast Aluminum Action Brackets

ABS Carbon flange & Serrated rail surface

due to humidity. This extraordinary

porous, silica-filled surface to absorb the hand’s

Made from a custom mold, die-cast parts are formed

The action rail surface is finely serrated in threecombination of strength and stability

natural oils and perspiration that can cause slipping.

exactly the same every time. The K Series pianos

strategic area to secure the hammer, wippen

allows ABS-Carbon action parts to transfer

NEOTEX resists cracking and fading over years offeature three aluminum action brackets that areand damper flanges in places for optimum

energy to the hammers with unparalleled

use and is used for both the sharps and the naturals

die-cast to provide an added measure of strength,

action alignment and a more precise hammer

efficiency, power, precision and nuancefor a consistent feel across the entire keyboard.

uniformity and stability for accurate touch over time.

strike.

for a superb playing experience.

Pleasant sounds
soundTuning Pins

Energy-Reflecting Contour Bars

K Series tuning pins are made from the finest

Contour Bars reshape the speaking area ofsteel, machine-threaded for maximum bi-

the soundboard to resemble the contour of

directional torque and nickel plated to enhancea grand piano soundboard while reflecting

beauty and provide long-term protection.

sound energy back into the center forincreased tonal power and sustain.

Tradition and technology are indispensable elements of piano tone. Tradition lays thefoundation for our distinctive tonal character. Technology empowers it with life, breadth, anddepth that lasts from generation to generation.

Mahogany wood core &T-stapled, double felted hammers

Strong, Balanced Back Assembly

Tapered Soundboard made of Solid Spruce

Mahogany hammer mouldings are light weight

K Series pianos are designed with tremendous strength to

The soundboard is the heart of a piano. Its purpose is toa n d ex t re m e l y re s p o n s i ve. Fo u n d o n o n l y t h eensure stability of tone and touch over time. On all K Seriestransform the vibrations of the piano’s strings into a rich,finest pianos, mahogany is used for the hammer

models, the soundboard is supported by exceptionallyresounding tone. Kawai uses only straightgrained, quarter-mouldings on the entire line of K Series Professional

strong multi-laminated back posts and our proprietarysawn solid spruce for K Series soundboards. Each soundboard isUpright Pianos. All K Series hammers are T-Stapled“matched strength” iron plate. This philosophy ensures a

strategically tapered to maximize its tone producing capability.

to preserve hammer shape and fitted with an addedsturdy, well-balanced back assembly that supports string

Only those that meet or exceed our demanding quality

interior layer of underfelt to support the creation oftension and provides a solid foundation for outstanding

standards are selected for use in our professional uprightexceptional tone.

tone.

pianos.

Attractive Cabinet StylingdesignThe K Series pianos feature sleek lines and delicate accents that convey a striking, stately presence. By combining
elegant form with rich, vibrant textures of tone, they will surely enhance the cultural ambiance of any room.

Wide Music Rack

The Eternal Beauty of an Upright Piano

Conveniently built into the fallboard, the music

Modern design shines in space. A design that was bornrack on K-600, K-500, K-300 and K-200 extends

from the fusion of new ideas and modern technology, andnearly 1,000mm to accommodate multiple

assembled with the highest accuracy. With its square formmusic books or sheet music that extends

and dynamic lines, the K series has a simple yet certain

laterally.

personality, in which we meet beauty for the first time.

Cast Brass Pedals

Brass Front Casters

Soft-Fall Fallboard Closing SystemOur proprietary casting process binds molten brass

Front casters made of solid brass are as sturdy

The ultra-slow “Soft-Fall” closing system protects hands

to a sturdy steel core resulting in strong, beautiful

as they are attractive. Double casters are used

and the piano’s finish from the harm that a jarringpedals that will not wear through over time.

for the larger K Series models

close might cause.

K-500Height 130 cm Width 150 cm Depth 62 cm Weight 238 kg• Exclusive Millennium III Upright Action
with ABS-Carbon Composites• Duplex Scale (Fore)The duplex scale enhances harmonics
in the treble range, adding brillianceand richness to the piano’s tone.
• NEOTEXTM Key Surfaces• Double Felted, Mahogany Core Hammers

E/PE/S

SM / P

K-300
Height 122 cm Width 149 cm Depth 61 cm Weight 227 kg• Exclusive Millennium III Upright Action
with ABS-Carbon Composites• Double Felted, Mahogany Core Hammers

K-300
K-500

E/P

E/S

MH / P MH / S

WH / P

K-200
Height 114 cm Width 149 cm Depth 57 cm Weight 208 kg• Exclusive Millennium III Upright Action

K-500 K-300 K-200

with ABS-Carbon Composites• Double Felted, Mahogany Core Hammers

The K-500, K-300 and K-200 offer the dependability and character
needed to please any performing pianist from the novice to theseasoned professional.

K-200

E/P

E /S

MH / P MH / S

WH / P DW/OP

K-700Height 130 cm Width 150 cm Depth 62 cm Weight 241 kg• Exclusive Millennium III Upright Action
with ABS-Carbon Composites• Duplex Scale (Fore)
The duplex scale enhances harmonics
in the treble range, adding brillianceand richness to the piano’s tone.
• NEOTEX TM Key Surfaces• Double Felted, Mahogany Core Hammers• Grand-Style Music Rack

E/P

K-400
K-700

Height 122 cm Width 149 cm Depth 61 cm Weight 230 kg• Exclusive Millennium III Upright Action
with ABS-Carbon Composites• Double Felted, Mahogany Core Hammers

K-700 K-400• Grand-Style Music Rack
• Dual-Hinged Fallboard

The K-700 and K-400 feature a grand-style music rack that places music at eye

E/Plevel and provides a solid surface for sheet music and oversized music books.

K-400

Availability of K-400 & K-700 may vary depending on market area. Please contact your local KAWAI dealer for details.

K-800Height 134 cm Width 153 cm Depth 65 cm Weight 284 kg• Exclusive Millennium III Upright Action
with ABS-Carbon Composites• Agraffes
Agraffes ensure accuracy in stringalignment, spacing and angles toproduce greater uniformity, enhanced
tone, smoother tuning and consistent“speaking length” for each note.
• Duplex Scale (Fore & Back)• Grand-Style Music Rack
• NEOTEX TM Key Surfaces• Double Felted, Mahogany Core Hammers

E/P

K-600
Height 134 cm Width 153 cm Depth 65 cm Weight 280 kg• Exclusive Millennium III Upright Action

K-800

with ABS-Carbon Composites• Agraffes• Duplex Scale (Fore & Back)• NEOTEX TM Key Surfaces• Double Felted, Mahogany Core Hammers

K-800 K-600

E/P

The K-800 and K-600's elegant form and exceptional tone will fulfill the needsof any professional teaching studio or intimate performance setting.

K-600

K-800 & K-600 sostenuto pedal models are also available depending on market area.

Specifications

Model
Size

Soundboard

K-200

K-300

K-400

K-500

K-600

K-700

K-800

Height (cm)

114

122

122

130

134

130

134

Width (cm)

149

149

149

150

153

150

153

Depth (cm)

57

61

61

62

65

62

65

Weight (kg)

208

227

230238280241284

Materials

Solid Spruce, Tapered
1.34

1.39

1.39

1.45

1.52

1.45

1.52

Back Posts

Area (m2)4555656Cutoff Bar

1222222ActionHammers

Millennium IIIFelting

All Underfelted

Materials

Mahogany

Key Surfaces
Speaking length of #1 string (mm)Acrylic/Phenol

Acrylic/Phenol

Acrylic/Phenol

NEOTEXNEOTEXNEOTEXNEOTEX

1,157

1,200

1,200

1,230

1,280

1,230

1,280

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Fore & Back

Fore

Fore & Back

Tuning Pins

Nickel-plated

Duplex Scale
Agraffes
Front Casters
Music Rack

Fore----1 - 51 key-1 - 51 key

Single, Brass

Double, Brass

Double, Brass

Double, Brass

Double, Brass

Double, Brass

Double, Brass

Grand-Style----Width of Music Rack (cm)

10010094

10010094

105

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Available finishes
Availability of cabinet finishes may vary depending on market area.
Please contact your local KAWAI dealer for details.
Ebony Polish

Ebony Satin

Mahogany
PolishMahogany
SatinWhite Polish

Dark Walnut
Open Pore

Ebony Polish

Ebony Satin

Mahogany
PolishMahogany
SatinWhite Polish

Ebony Polish

Ebony Polish

Ebony Satin

Sapele Mahogany
PolishEbony Polish

Ebony Polish

Ebony Polish

E/PE/SMH / P

MH / S

WH / P

DW / OP

E/PE/SMH / P

MH / S

WH / PE/PE/PE/SSM / P

E/P

E/P

E/P

SilverHardware

Available Finishes

Sapele Mahogany Polish

Mahogany Polish

Mahogany Satin

For K-500

For K-200 and K-300

For K-200 and K-300

For K-200 and K-300

Dark Walnut Open Pore

Ebony Satin

White Polish

White Polish

For K-200

For K-200 , K-300 and K-500

For K-200 and K-300

For K-200 and K-300

Ebony Polish

There is no more compelling reason to build
an exceptional piano than one’s own nameon the instrument.
For generations, the Kawai family has
blended knowledge, skill, technology, andheart...in the quest to perfect the art of thepiano.

In 1997, Kawai’s Ryuyo Grand Piano Factory became
the first in the piano industry to receive ISO14001, theworld’s most prestigious certification for excellence inenvironmental management. At Ryuyo, work groups
continuously monitor and improve emissions andwaste control, green procurement, and a host of otherenergy conservation and environmental protection
measures. The Kawai Forest Project has alreadyplanted over 700,000 seedlings. These vital efforts
will continue to be a part of every piano we build.
That is our promise to you—and to our world.

Koichi Kawai

Shigeru Kawai

Hirotaka Kawai

Founder(1922-2006)

President

Pursued excellenceContinuing the pursuit

Inventive Genius,

at Kawai for overof perfection.

Master Builder

fifty years.

(1886-1955)

Availability of cabinet finishes and silver hardware may vary depending on market area. Please contact your local KAWAI dealer for details.

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