CA401 · CA501 · CA701 · CA901

CA701 | Premium Rosewood

Feel Inspireda piano that will encourage enthusiastic players to become accomplished pianists,

and transform living rooms into grand concert halls. This is the ambitious philosophy
behind Kawai’s latest Concert Artist series – premium instruments that capture theessence of playing a magnificent concert grand piano, and inspire musicians to realise
their true artistic potential.
To achieve this ambition, these first-class instruments combine Kawai’s industryleading wooden-key keyboard action, with an array of stunning acoustic pianosounds reproduced using premium audio and speaker technologies, and a variety of
convenient, modern features that enhance one’s playing experience. The result is aseries of exceptional digital pianos that deliver authenticity, performance, and reliability.
Introducing the new Concert Artist series from Kawai – feel inspired.

CA901 | Ebony PolishIncredible Touch
The keyboard action of an acoustic grand piano is comprised of black and whitekeys, graded hammers, and numerous other components, all working in harmony
when each note is pressed. This beautifully designed mechanism allows gifted pianists
to express a wealth of feeling and emotion in their music, as they respond to the tactile
nuances transmitted through the keyboard.
Translating the piano action’s intricate movements to a digital instrument, while
retaining these acoustic-like subtleties is an extremely challenging task. The Concert
Artist’s latest Grand Feel wooden-key keyboard actions achieve this goal by drawing
upon Kawai’s 95 years of knowledge and experience in crafting the world’s finest pianos.
This ensures an incredibly realistic touch feeling, and is one of the reasons for these
instruments’ inspiring playability.

Gr and Fe e l wooden-ke y ke yb oa r d a ct ionsEmbracing many of the long-established principles associated with an

Each wooden key pivots smoothly on a metal balance pin, with the ends

acoustic piano, the Grand Feel keyboard actions utilised by the latest

rising and falling naturally like a seesaw to replicate the familiar motion

Concert Artist instruments combine realistic materials, motion, andof an acoustic piano keyboard. These balance pins are offset slightly formechanics to recreate the touch of the finest concert grand pianos.

the black keys in order to provide a more consistent touch weight.

All 88 black and white keys are crafted entirely from long pieces of wood,

When the front of a key is pressed, the back lifts up, throwing a grade-rather than a plastic shell with wooden sides. This ensures that weight isweighted hammer located above the keyboard to strike a pressure switch.

distributed evenly throughout the length of the keystick, and guarantees

The amount of force applied to this switch is then measured, and thean efficient transfer of movement energy when each note is struck.

corresponding note played with authentic tonal character and volume.

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5

4

6

7
3

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5

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8
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2

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Grand Feel Compact action (CA401/CA501)

1

Wooden key

1

Grand Feel III action (CA701/CA901)

2Counterweight

6 Triple sensor

73

Balance pins

4 Weighted hammers

Ivory Touch key surface

5

Let-off mechanism

8 Ebony Touch key surface

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Sensor Off

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Ke y S urfaces

Co unt e rwe ig hts

Tr ipl e S e nsor

The Concert Artist’s white keys are topped

In addition to grade-weighted hammers,

Supplementing the authentic touch feeling,with Kawai’s authentic Ivory Touch surface

the latest Grand Feel actions also feature

Grand Feel keyboard actions also incorpo-

material, which possesses an attractive mattesmall metal counterweights attached to therate Kawai’s latest 3-sensor key detection

finish that is smooth but not slippery.

underside of the keys.

system for enhanced playing realism.

Complementing these premium white keys,

As with an acoustic piano, these additional

This additional third sensor greatly improves

the CA701/CA901’s Grand Feel III key-weights help to balance the touch of the

responsiveness when striking the same keys

board action also incorporates Ebony Touch

keyboard during pianissimo passages, while

repeatedly, allowing rapid trills etc. to soundblack key surfaces that reproduce the finely

providing a feeling of greater substance andmuch smoother and more acoustic piano-

textured grain and rich lustre of ebony wood.

solidity when playing with force.

like when played.

Stunning Sound
Eponymously named after the company’s second president, the Shigeru Kawai rangeof luxury grand pianos were conceived as the next step in evolving the art of the piano.

Each world-class instrument is hand-crafted by Master Piano Artisans (MPAs), using
the finest available materials to ensure optimum touch, tone, and artistic expression.
Widely regarded as ‘the premier piano of Japan’, the flagship SK-EX concert grandgraces the stages of concert halls and musical institutions around the globe, receiving
universal acclaim for its magnificent tonal clarity and exceptional dynamic range.
In order to recreate the peerless sound of a Shigeru Kawai SK-EX digitally, the latest
Concert Artist models incorporate a variety of unique technologies that capture andreproduce characteristics of the original piano with incredible realism and authenticity.

88-ke y Piano Sa m pl ing& H arm onic Im ag ing
The rich, expressive sound of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX is at the heartof the latest Concert Artist digital pianos, with all 88 keys of thisworld-class instrument painstakingly recorded, meticulously analysed,
and accurately reproduced as high-fidelity digital waveforms.
Recording each key individually in this way – as opposed to stretching
the same tone to span multiple notes – preserves the grand piano’s
unique harmonic character, and guarantees that the sound heard
when playing any one of the Concert Artist’s real wooden keys is afaithful representation of the original acoustic source.
In addition, the SK-EX is also captured at a variety of different volumelevels from pianissimo to fortissimo. This allows an accurate acoustic
portrait of the instrument to be assembled using Kawai’s Harmonic
Imaging technology, resulting in smooth tonal transitions across the
keyboard and throughout the entire dynamic range.

Competition Grand

SK-E X Rendering

Virtual Artisan

The brand new SK-EX Competition GrandThe CA701 and CA901’s SK-EX Rendering

Skilled piano technicians are responsible

captures the sound of the latest generation SK-

engine also utilises multi-channel samplingfor performing the various tuning, voicing,

EX-L instruments, that in recent years haveto capture the sound from different points

and regulation adjustments that allow anachieved success at the Chopin, Hamamatsu,of the Shigeru Kawai concert grand piano.

acoustic piano to truly sing.

This modern technique not only allows a

The powerful Virtual Piano Artisan featureThis piano sound possesses a brilliant, clear

broader range of tonal characteristics to be

simulates these careful refinements digitally,

tonal character, with a distinctive thick at-recorded and reproduced, but also further

allowing performers to shape aspects of thetack, and is specifically recorded from theimproves the connection felt between the

piano’s tonal character and playability to suitpianist’s position for optimum realism.

keyboard action and piano sound.

their unique personal preferences.

and Sendai international piano competitions.

Photo: © The Fryderyk Chopin Institute / Telewizja Polska S.A.

Pr e m i um S o und De l i v ery
The distinctive sound of an acoustic piano is produced by felt
hammers striking metal strings. As these strings vibrate, they transfer
energy through the bridge onto the instrument’s wooden soundboard,
resulting in a rich, powerful sound.
In order to reproduce these characteristics, and transform the digitally
generated Shigeru Kawai SK-EX sound into an authentic acoustic
piano tone, the latest Concert Artist instruments feature premium
quality audio processing and amplifier technologies, and multispeaker delivery systems.
The flagship CA901 model raises the bar even further, with the inclusion of a real wooden soundboard, achieving a new standard indigital piano audio fidelity and realism.

CA901 | Ebony PolishAdvanced Audio

360° S pe a ke r syst e m

R e a l S o undboa r d

Developed in-house by Kawai R&D’s highly

The CA501, CA701 and CA901 all feature

In addition to conventional speakers, theexperienced audio engineering team, themulti-speaker delivery systems that utilise

flagship CA901 also incorporates Kawai’s lat-latest Concert Artist models feature high-premium driver units, and custom-engi-

est TwinDrive soundboard speaker system.

grade processing and amplification systems.

neered diffuser panels, helping to expand

These premium components combine tothe piano’s tonal projection in all directions.

This unique acoustic projection technology
harnesses transducer components to channeldeliver best-in-class audio quality, reproduc-

These additional components create a 360°

sound energy onto a real wooden sound-ing the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grandsound field around the instrument, ensuringboard, resulting in an even richer, more or-

piano sounds with exceptional clarity anda natural piano sound for both the player,

ganic piano tone that faithfully reproduces

minimal distortion.

and those listening elsewhere in the room.

the ambience of an acoustic piano.

Engaging Features
Complementing the instruments’ authentic, fully wooden-key keyboard action,

stunning grand piano sounds, and premium audio delivery technologies, the latest
Concert Artist models also offer a strong selection of digital features that further enrich
the learning and playing experience.
Bluetooth® connectivity and USB audio record/playback* allows musicians to extend
the functionality of their piano, or play along with their favourite artists, while theconvenient metronome and integrated lesson functions, featuring classical etudes andAlfred course books, ensure that regular practise is both productive and engaging for
aspiring pianists.
All functions are accessible from the instrument’s control panel, or via a dedicatedcontrol app, allowing sounds and settings to be changed with a simple tap or swipe.
* USB audio record/playback feature not available on the CA401.

CA401 | Premium Satin BlackI nt e g r at e d Che e kblo c kCont r ol Pa ne lConcealing their impressive digital features, the Concert Artist’s
main control panel is discreetly embedded within the piano’s leftcheekblock. This helps to preserve the instruments’ attractive pianolike appearance, and allows performers to enjoy the simple pleasure
CA501 | Button panel with OLED displayof playing music without the visual distraction of flashing lights androws of buttons directly above the keyboard.
The CA701 and CA901’s large 5" touchscreen display features amodern user interface that is optimised for pianists, while providing
easy access to additional sounds and functions that inspire creativity.
Adjustments to the Virtual Piano Artisan and other settings areautomatically recalled every time the instrument is powered on, while
the touchscreen display itself can also be set to gently fade out while
playing in order to aid concentration.

CA901 | Touchscreen display

He adphone Sound

Ful l Blue to ot h

Pi a no R e m ot e a pp

One of the many benefits of owning a

The latest Concert Artist instruments fea-

The Concert Artist’s redesigned communica-

digital piano is the ability to connect a pairture built-in Bluetooth MIDI connectivity,tion standard allows the instrument’s variousof headphones, allowing players to enjoy theallowing the pianos to communicate withfeatures and functions to be accessed via the

instrument without disturbing others.

smart devices wirelessly, and be enjoyed withdedicated PianoRemote app for iOS anda wide variety of music-related apps.

supported Android devices.

Sound (SHS) technology subtly enhances

Moreover, Bluetooth Audio capability also

The app connects to the piano wirelessly via

the depth and realism of the piano’s soundenables the sound from songs and videos to

the Concert Artist’s integrated Bluetooth,when listening through headphones, andbe played through the instruments’ impres-providing an effortless way to change sounds,

helps to reduce auditory fatigue when play-sive amplifier and speaker systems without

or enjoy the vast array of built-in music con-ing for extended periods of time.

any additional cables.

tent from the comfort of an armchair.

The Concert Artist’s Spatial HeadphoneCA401An introduction to Concert Artist quality•

Grand Feel Compact wooden-key keyboard action•

Ivory Touch key surfaces, triple sensor, let-off, counterweights•

Progressive Harmonic Imaging sound engine•

Advanced audio processing and amplification•

Impressive four-speaker, 40 W output system•

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI and Audio•

Cheekblock control panel with OLED display•

Attractive cabinet design with 3-position music rest•

136 (W) x 48.5 (D) x 91.5 (H) cm

CA401 | Premium Satin BlackCA501 | Premium Satin WhiteCA501
Concert Artist performance & affordability•

Grand Feel Compact wooden-key keyboard action•

Ivory Touch key surfaces, triple sensor, let-off, counterweights•

Harmonic Imaging XL sound engine•

Advanced audio processing and amplification•

Powerful four-speaker, 100 W output system•

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI and Audio•

Cheekblock control panel with OLED display•

Attractive cabinet design with 3-position music rest•

142.5 (W) x 48.5 (D) x 93 (H) cm

CA701
Premium Concert Artist authenticity•

Grand Feel III wooden-key keyboard action•

Ivory & Ebony Touch key surfaces, 3-sensor, let-off, counterweights•

SK-EX Rendering piano sound engine•

Premium audio processing and amplification•

Powerful, high-fidelity six-speaker output system•

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI and Audio•

Cheekblock 5" LCD touchscreen display•

Premium cabinet design with 6-position music rest•

145 (W) x 49.5 (D) x 97 (H) cm

CA701 | Premium Rosewood

CA901 | Ebony PolishCA901The Concert Artist flagship•

Grand Feel III wooden-key keyboard action•

Ivory & Ebony Touch key surfaces, 3-sensor, let-off, counterweights•

SK-EX Rendering piano sound engine•

Premium audio processing and amplification•

Powerful six-speaker output system with TwinDrive soundboard•

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI and Audio•

Cheekblock 5" LCD touchscreen display•

Premium upright cabinet design with SoftFall fallboard•

145.5 (W) x 47.5 (D) x 101 (H) cm

Te chnic al S pecif ications
CA401

CA501

Keyboard Action TypeGrand Feel Compact

Key Surfaces

Ivory Touch

Other Features

Graded hammers, Bass region counterweights, Triple sensor, Let-off simulation

Sound Sound Engine
Grand Piano Source
No. of Sounds

Progressive Harmonic Imaging: 88-key piano sampling, Damper + String resonanceHarmonic Imaging XL: 88-key piano sampling, Acoustic Rendering resonance

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX (Competition Grand), Kawai EX

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX (Competition Grand), Shigeru Kawai SK-5, Kawai EX

19 voices

45 voicesmax. 192 notes

max. 256 notes

Smart Mode: 10 types, Advanced Mode: 18 parameters (via control app)

Smart Mode: 10 types, Advanced Mode: 21 parameters

Reverb: 6 types, Effects: Preset

Reverb: 6 types, Effects: 24 types

40 W (20 W + 20 W)

100 W (50 W + 50 W)

Speakers

13 cm x 2 (woofers)
5 cm x 2 (tweeters)

13 cm x 2 (woofers)(8 x 12 cm) x 2 (top speakers, with diffusers)

Recorder Internal Recorder

3 song, 1 track recorder – max. 10,000 notes

10 song, 2 track recorder – max. 90,000 notes–

Play & Record MP3/WAV, Overdub MP3/WAV

Metronome

7 time signatures

10 time signatures, 100 drum rhythms

Internal Songs Demo Songs + Piano Music

19 songs (Demo Songs only)

33 + 29 or 42 songs 2

Polyphony
Virtual Piano Artisan 4
Reverb & Effects
Audio System Output PowerUSB Recorder

Concert Magic

40 songs

176 songs

Lesson Function

6 lesson books 3

12 lesson books 3Features Keyboard Modes

Dual, 4Hands (Volume/Balance adjustable)

Dual, Split, 4Hands (Volume/Balance adjustable)

Display

128 x 128 pixel OLED

128 x 64 pixel OLED

Memories–

16 Registration memories (8 x 2)

Spatial Headphone Sound
PedalsNormal, Forward, Wide, Off
Damper (with half-pedal support), Soft, Sostenuto – Grand Feel Pedal System

App Support
Connectivity Headphones

1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" STEREO

Audio

–

USB

USB to Host

LINE IN (1/4" L/MONO, R), LINE OUT (1/4" L/MONO, R)

Bluetooth® 1
Power
Design Cabinet Type
Dimensions(Music rest flat)

WeightDamper (w/half-ped. sup.), Soft (w/half-ped. sup.), Sostenuto – Grand Feel Pedal System

PianoRemote (iOS/Android), PiaBookPlayer (iOS/Android)

USB to Host, USB to Device
Bluetooth MIDI v5, Bluetooth Audio v5

DC IN (12 W consumption)

DC IN (30 W consumption)

Normal type, adjustable music rest (3 positions) with score support pins, sliding key cover
136 (W) x 48.5 (D) x 91.5 (H) cm
53 1/2" (W) x 19 1/4" (D) x 36 1/4" (H)142.5 (W) x 48.5 (D) x 93 (H) cm
56" (W) x 19" (D) x 36 2/3" (H)57.5 kg / 126 3/4 lbs.

66 kg / 145 1/2 lbs.

¹ Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market region. | 2 Depending on market region. | 3 Lesson books sold separately. | 4 Virtual Technician for CA401/CA501 models.

Ca bine t F ini shes
CA 701

CA901
Grand Feel III
Ivory Touch + Ebony Touch
Graded hammers, Graded counterweights, Triple sensor, Let-off simulation

SK-EX Rendering: 88-key multi-channel piano sampling, 88-key resonance modelling
Harmonic Imaging XL: 88-key piano sampling, Acoustic Rendering resonance
Shigeru Kawai SK-EX (Competition Grand, Concert Grand), Shigeru Kawai SK-5, Kawai EX
SK-EX Rendering: 5+5 rendering characters
Harmonic Imaging XL: 96 voices

Premium Rosewood

max. 256 notes
10 presets, 20 adjustable parameters
Reverb: 6 types, Effects: 24 types, Ambience: 10 types (SK-EX Rendering only)
110 W (55 W + 55 W)

135 W (50 W + 50 W + 35 W)

13 cm x 2 (woofers)(8 x 12) cm x 2 (top speakers, with diffusers)
5 cm x 2 (tweeters)

TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System(8 x 12) cm x 2 (top speakers, with diffusers)
8 cm x 2 (front speakers), 5 cm x 2 (tweeters)
10 song, 2 track recorder – max. 90,000 notes

Play & Record MP3/WAV, Overdub MP3/WAV

Premium Satin Black

10 time signatures, 100 drum rhythms
39 + 29 or 42 songs 2
176 songs
12 lesson books 3Dual, Split, 4Hands (Volume/Balance adjustable)
5" anti-glare LCD touchscreen (480 x 800 pixels)
100 User sounds
Normal, Forward, Wide, Off
Damper (with half-pedal support), Soft (with half-pedal support), Sostenuto – Grand Feel Pedal System
PianoRemote (iOS/Android), PiaBookPlayer (iOS/Android)

Premium Satin White1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" STEREOLINE IN (1/8" STEREO, with volume adjust knob), LINE OUT (1/4" L/MONO, R)
USB to Host, USB to Device
Bluetooth MIDI v5, Bluetooth Audio v5
AC IN (45 W consumption)

AC IN (55 W consumption)

Normal type, adjustable music rest (6 positions) with score support pins, sliding key cover

Upright piano type, fixed music rest, SoftFall rotating key cover

145 (W) x 49.5 (D) x 97 (H) cm
57" (W) x 19 1/2" (D) x 38 1/5" (H)145.5 (W) x 47.5 (D) x 101 (H) cm
57 1/3" (W) x 18 2/3" (D) x 39 3/4" (H)76.5 kg / 168 2/3 lbs. | 80 kg / 176 1/2 lbs. (Ebony Polish)

82.5 kg / 182 lbs. | 91.5 kg / 201 2/3 lbs. (Ebony Polish)

Specifications are subject to change without notice. | Cabinet finish availability and included bench style may vary depending on market region.

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