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The most authentic keyboard, the most realistic sound, and the most articulate control. While others may claim to be ‘the best’, only one can be considered the most genuine.
Kawai MP11SE – the stage piano for music professionals who do not accept compromise.

Pro-audio, Pedal, & MIDI Jacks

Cherished Vintage EPs

Inspiring Subsidiary Sounds

Masterful MIDI Control

Connect directly to the house PA using pro-A treasure trove of authentic tine, reed, andStudio quality strings, pads, basses, and other

Connect to a PC or Mac via USB, and to yourgrade XLRs, and to personal monitors withmodern electric pianos, crunchy clavs, and aessential sounds suitable for creating splits,

favourite semi-weighted boards via MIDI, thenthe high quality Line Out jacks. Enjoy realistic

striking electric grand – lovingly sampled tolayering with acoustic pianos and EPs, or forcontrol both simultaneously.

damper, sostenuto, and soft playing control,

preserve their characteristics and imperfections.

simply playing solo.

The MP11SE allows up to four MIDI channels toby connecting the included Kawai GFP-3 triple

Play them clean, or apply over 100 different ef-

Tweak each voice using comprehensive ADSR

be controlled at the same time, each with theirpedal unit, or assign a range of alternative func-fects, before plugging into carefully preparedparameters, or fatten the overall sound withown custom key ranges and user-definable

tions to individual pedals.

amp/speaker simulations.

ﬂexible parametric EQ.

pedal and knob CC# assignments.

Stunning Acoustic Pianos

Quality Materials, Design, & Build

A variety of beautiful concert, jazz, andElegantly finished ebony polish side

pop grand pianos, and a full-bodied

panels, sleek gloss-black paintwork

traditional upright – appropriately

and a raised fallboard displaying thevoiced and mic’d for a broad range ofKawai family name give the MP11SE amusical styles. Enjoy playing the origi-

distinctly acoustic presence. Its sturdy

nal sounds, or delve into the powerfulaluminium and steel chassis, and rein-

Virtual Technician to adjust the piano

forced base reassures players that thisbeneath your fingertips.

instrument is built for the stage.

The Most Authentic Keyboard

Accessible & Intuitive Panel

A Proud Legacy, Trusted By Pros

Generous Setup Memories

The keyboard action for serious pianists who

A large graphic LCD display, four assignable

With 90 years of experience in crafting world-

Store and recall every customised sound, knob

appreciate true expression: Grand Feel delivers

real-time control knobs, and a well organised,class acoustic pianos, the Kawai name is trusted

position, fader level, and adjustable parameterthe most authentic playing experience everimmediately usable panel interface.

by concert pianists and respected academics

at the touch of a button. With over 200 setup

found in a stage piano. The longest keys, theLeave the manual at home and concentrate on

throughout the world. Likewise, among leading

memories, the MP11SE is ideal for busy stage

longest pivot, and crafted entirely from wood –playing, rather than trying to remember exactly

stage performers, the MP Series also enjoys amusicians who like to plan several shows

three reasons why Kawai is the industry leader.

which button does what.

stellar reputation for quality and performance.

ahead, before going out on the road.

Kawai MP11SE Technical Specifications
Keyboard
Sound Technology

88 wooden keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces
Grand Feel (GF) action with Let-off
Harmonic Imaging™ XL (HI-XL), 88-key piano sampling

Piano Source

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX, Shigeru Kawai SK-5, Kawai EX, Kawai K-60

No. of Sounds

40 voices (PIANO x 12, E.PIANO x 12, SUB x 16)

Polyphony
Keyboard Modes

max. 256 notes
Full Keyboard, Upper Split, Lower Split, Zone (adjustable split point/zone range)

Sections

Internal:

PIANO, E.PIANO, SUB

External:

MIDI (ZONE1, ZONE2, ZONE3, ZONE4)

Types:

ReverbParameters:
Types:

Effects

Parameters:
Types:

Amp Simulatore.piano only

6 types (Light+, Light, Normal, Heavy, Heavy+, Off ), User1~5Internal Memories

USB Functions

10 songs – approximately 90,000 note memory capacity
Transpose song, Convert song to Audio, Load SMF, Save SMF

Audio:

Play MP3/WAV, Save MP3/WAV, Overdub, Recorder Gain

Click:

1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8

Rhythm:100 drum patterns

SOUND:

40 memories

SETUP:

208 memories (8 memories x 26 banks)

POWERON:

1 memory

Load/Save:

One Sound, One Setup, SMF, All Sound, All Setup, All Backup

Sound Sections:
MIDI Zones:

1/4” LINE OUT (L/MONO, R), XLR OUT (L, R) with ground lift switch, Headphones
1/4” LINE IN

MIDI & USB:

MIDI IN, MIDI OUT, MIDI THRU, USB to Host, USB to Device

Foot Control:

DAMPER/SOST/SOFT (for GFP-3), EXP (with type switch)

Power:

Included Accessories

55 parameters (Channel/Program, SETUP, Transmit, MMC, Key Setup, Controllers, Knob Assign)

Volume, Line In, PIANO Volume, E.PIANO Volume, SUB Volume, Control Knobs A~D (assignable), Pitch Bend, Modulation

JacksWeight

107 parameters (Reverb, EFX/AMP, Sound, Tuning, Key Setup, Controllers, Knob Assign, Virtual Tech.)

128 x 64 pixel LCD with backlight

Input:

Dimensions

Delete, Rename, Format

50 parameters and functions (Utility, Pedal, MIDI, Offset, User Edit, Reset)

Output:Power Consumption

7 types (Equal, Pure Major/Minor, Pythagorean, Meantone, Werkmeister, Kirnberger), User1~2
Fine Tune, Stretch Tuning, Key of TemperamentInternal:

Others:EDIT Menu

Panel Controls

piano: Voicing, String Resonance, Undamped String Resonance, Damper Resonance, Key-off Effect,Damper Noise, Hammer Delay, Fall-back Noise, Topboard, Stereo Width, Brilliancee.piano/sub: Key-off Noise, Key-off Delay

4-band equalizer (Low Gain, Mid1 Gain, Mid1 Q, Mid1 Freq., Mid2 Gain, Mid2 Q, Mid2 Freq., High Gain)

Metronome

Display

Up to 10 parameters, depending on effect type5 types (S. Case, M. Stack, J. Combo, F. Bass, L. Cabi)

Touch Curve:

RecorderSYSTEM Menu

129 types (23 categories)

Drive, Level, Amp EQ Lo, Amp EQ Mid, Amp EQ Hi, Mid Frequency,
Mic Type, Mic Position, Ambience

Temperament& Tuning:
EQ

PreDelay, Reverb Time, Reverb Depth

Parameters:

Parameters:

Virtual Technician

6 types (Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, Live Hall, Cathedral)

AC IN

20 W
1380 (W) x 452 (D) x 190 (H) mm / 54 1/3” (W) x 18” (D) x 7 1/2” (H)
34.0 kg / 75 lbs.
GFP-3 triple pedal unit (with half-damper support), Music rest, Power cable, Owner’s manual
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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