CA49 · CA59 · CA79 · CA99

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.

CA99 | Ebony PolishUnbelievable 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
Artists’ latest Grand Feel wooden-key keyboard actions achieve this goal by drawing
upon Kawai’s 90+ 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 forthese 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.

Sensor On

Sensor Off

S

S

S

6
5

4

6

7
3

4

5

1

8
3

2

2

Grand Feel Compact action (CA49/CA59)

1Grand Feel III action (CA79/CA99)

Wooden key

1

2

Counterweight

6 Triple sensor

73

Balance pins

4 Weighted hammers

Ivory Touch key surface

5

Let-off mechanism

8 Ebony Touch key surface

7

Ke y S u rfa c es

Cou n terw eigh ts

Triple Se ns or

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 CA79/CA99’s Grand Feel III keyboard

weights help to balance the touch of the

responsiveness when striking the same keys

action also incorporates Ebony Touch black

keyboard during pianissimo passages, while

repeatedly, allowing rapid trills etc. to soundkey surfaces that reproduce the finely tex-

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

tured 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& Harm onic Im ag ing X L
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 Artists’ 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

SK-E X Rendering

8 8 - k e y R es on a nc e

Virtual Technician

The CA79 and CA99’s SK-EX Rendering

The naturally expressive Shigeru Kawai

Skilled piano technicians are responsible

engine also utilises multi-channel samplingsound is further enriched by advanced res-for performing the various tuning, voicing,to capture the sound from different points

onance algorithms which physically modeland regulation adjustments that allow anof the Shigeru Kawai concert grand piano.

the complex tonal interactions produced byacoustic piano to truly sing.

This modern technique not only allows abroader range of tonal characteristics to be

the strings, dampers, and various other partsof an acoustic piano.

The powerful Virtual Technician feature
simulates these careful refinements digitally,

recorded and reproduced, but also further

These resonances are generated for all 88

allowing performers to shape aspects of the

improves the connection felt between thekeys progressively, allowing the CA79 andpiano’s tonal character and playability to suitkeyboard action and piano sound.

CA99 to behave just like an acoustic piano.

their unique personal preferences.

keyboard and throughout the entire dynamic range.
* SK-EX Rendering & 88-key Resonance features available on the CA79/CA99 only.

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.

Onkyo Technology

3 6 0 ° S pea k er s y s tem

R ea l So u ndb oardIn order to reproduce these characteristics, and transform the digitallyDeveloped in collaboration with respected

The CA79 and CA99 both feature powerful

In addition to conventional speakers, thegenerated Shigeru Kawai SK-EX sound into an authentic acoustic

Japanese audio manufacturer, Onkyo, the6-speaker delivery systems that utilise pre-flagship CA99 also incorporates Kawai’s lat-

piano tone, the latest Concert Artist instruments feature premium

latest Concert Artist models feature high-mium driver units, and custom-engineered

est TwinDrive soundboard speaker system.

quality audio processing and amplifier technologies, and multi-speakergrade processing and amplification systems.

diffuser panels which help to expand thedelivery systems developed in collaboration with Onkyo.

CA99 | Premium Satin Black

These premium components combine topianos’ tonal projection in all directions.

This unique acoustic projection technology
harnesses transducer components to channel

The flagship CA99 model raises the bar even further, with the in-deliver best-in-class audio quality, reproduc-

These additional components create a 360°

sound energy onto a real wooden sound-clusion of a real wooden soundboard, achieving a new standard ining the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grandsound field around the instrument, ensuringboard, resulting in an even richer, more or-digital piano audio fidelity and realism.

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 instruments’ 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 CA49.

CA49 | Premium Satin WhiteI nt e g r at e d Che e kblo c kCont r ol Pa ne lConcealing their impressive digital features, the Concert Artists’main control panel is discreetly embedded within the pianos’ leftcheekblock. This helps to preserve the instruments’ attractive piano-

H ea dphone S ou nd

F u l l Blu etooth

Pi a no Re mote app

One of the many benefits of owning a

The latest Concert Artist instruments fea-

The Concert Artists’ redesigned communi-

digital piano is the ability to connect a pairture built-in Bluetooth MIDI connectivity,

cation standard allows the instrument’s vari-

The CA79 and CA99’s large 5" touchscreen display features a modernof headphones, allowing players to enjoy theallowing the pianos to communicate withous features and functions to be accessed via

user interface that is optimised for pianists, while providing easy accessinstrument without disturbing others.

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

supported Android devices.

like appearance, and allows performers to enjoy the simple pleasure
CA59 | Button panel with OLED displayof playing music without the visual distraction of flashing lights androws of buttons directly above the keyboard.

to additional sounds and functions that inspire musical creativity.

The Concert Artists’ Spatial Headphone

Adjustments to the Virtual Technician and other settings areSound (SHS) technology subtly enhances

Moreover, Bluetooth Audio* capability also

The app connects to the piano wirelessly via

automatically recalled every time the instrument is powered on, while

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

the Concert Artists’ integrated Bluetooth,the touchscreen display itself can also be set to gently fade out while

when listening through headphones, andbe played through the instruments’ Onkyo

providing an effortless way to change sounds,

helps to reduce auditory fatigue when play-

amplifier and speaker systems without any

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

additional cables.

tent from the comfort of an armchair.

playing in order to aid concentration.

* Bluetooth Audio feature not available on the CA49.

CA99 | Touchscreen display

CA49
An 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•

Powerful two speaker, 40 W output system•

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI•

Cheeckblock control panel with OLED display•

Attractive cabinet design with 3-position music rest•

136 (W) x 46 (D) x 91.5 (H) cm

CA49 | Premium Satin WhiteCA59
Concert Artist performance & affordability

CA59 | Premium Rosewood•

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•

Cheeckblock control panel with OLED display•

Attractive cabinet design with 3-position music rest•

142.5 (W) x 46.5 (D) x 91.5 (H) cm

CA79
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 6-speaker output system•

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI and Audio•

Modern 5" LCD touchscreen display•

Premium cabinet design with 6-position music rest•

145 (W) x 47 (D) x 94 (H) cm

CA79 | Ebony PolishCA99
The Concert Artist flagship

CA99 | Ebony Polish•

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 6-speaker output system with TwinDrive soundboard•

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI and Audio•

Modern 5" LCD touchscreen display•

Premium upright cabinet design with SoftFall fallboard•

144.5 (W) x 47 (D) x 101 (H) cm

Te chnic al S pecif ications

Cabine t F inishe s
CA49

CA59

Keyboard Action Type

CA79

CA99

Grand Feel Compact

Grand Feel III

Key Surfaces

Ivory Touch

Ivory Touch + Ebony Touch

Other Features

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

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

Sound Sound Engine

SK-EX Rendering: 88-key multi-channel piano sampling, 88-key resonance modelling
Harmonic Imaging XL: 88-key piano sampling, Acoustic Rendering resonance

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

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX, Kawai EX

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX, Shigeru Kawai SK-5, Kawai EX

19 voices

44 voicesmax. 192 notes

max. 256 notes

Virtual Technician

Smart Mode: 10 types, Advanced Mode: 17 parameters (via control app)

Smart Mode: 10 types, Advanced Mode: 21 parameters

10 presets, 21 adjustable parameters

Reverb & Effects

Reverb: 6 types, Effects: Preset

Reverb: 6 types, Effects: 24 types

Reverb: 6 types, Effects: 24 types, Ambience: 10 types (SK-EX Rendering only)

40 W (20 W x 2)

100 W (50 W x 2)

100 W (50 W x 2)

135 W (45 W x 3)

13 cm x 2 (woofers)(8 x 12 cm) x 2 (top speakers)

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

TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System
8 cm x 4 (Onkyo top speakers, with diffuser)
2 cm x 2 (Onkyo dome tweeters)

Grand Piano Source
No. of Sounds
Polyphony

Audio System Output Power
Speakers

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

Recorder Internal Recorder

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX, Shigeru Kawai SK-5, Kawai EX
SK-EX Rendering: 10 rendering characters
Harmonic Imaging XL: 66 voices

SK-EX Rendering: 10 rendering characters
Harmonic Imaging XL: 90 voices

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

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

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

USB Recorder–

Play & Record MP3/WAV, Overdub MP3/WAV

Play & Record MP3/WAV, Overdub MP3/WAV

Metronome

7 time signatures

10 time signatures, 100 drum rhythms

10 time signatures, 100 drum rhythms

Internal Songs Demo Songs + Piano Music

19 songs (Demo Songs only)

33 + 29 or 42 songs 2

40 songs

176 songs

Concert Magic
Lesson Function

37 + 29 or 42 songs 2

39 + 29 or 42 songs 2

6 lesson books 3

12 lesson books 3

12 lesson books 3Dual, 4Hands (Volume/Balance adjustable)

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

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

Display

128 x 128 pixel OLED

128 x 64 pixel OLED

5" LCD touchscreen (480 x 800 pixels)

Memories–

16 Registration memories (8 x 2)

Pedals100 User sounds

Normal, Forward, Wide, Off

Normal, Forward, Wide, Off

Damper (with half-pedal support), Soft, Sostenuto – Grand Feel Pedal System

Damper (with half-pedal support), Soft (with half-pedal support), Sostenuto – Grand Feel Pedal System

PianoRemote (iOS/Android)

PianoRemote (iOS/Android)1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" STEREO

1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" STEREOApp Support
Connectivity Headphones
Audio

Premium Satin Black176 songs

Features Keyboard Modes

Spatial Headphone Sound–

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

LINE IN (1/8" STEREO, with volume adjust knob), LINE OUT (1/4" L/MONO, R)

MIDI/USB

MIDI (IN/OUT), USB to Host

MIDI (IN/OUT), USB to Host, USB to Device

MIDI (IN/OUT), USB to Host, USB to Device

Bluetooth® 1

Bluetooth MIDI

Bluetooth MIDI, Bluetooth Audio

Bluetooth MIDI, Bluetooth AudioDC IN (12 W consumption)

DC IN (20 W consumption)

Power
Design Cabinet Type
Dimensions(Not including music rest)

WeightNormal type, adjustable music rest (3 positions), sliding key coverPremium Satin WhiteAC IN (55 W consumption)
Normal type, adjustable music rest (6 positions), sliding key cover

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

136 (W) x 46 (D) x 91.5 (H) cm
53 1/2" (W) x 18 1/4" (D) x 36" (H)142.5 (W) x 46.5 (D) x 91.5 (H) cm
56" (W) x 18 1/3" (D) x 36" (H)145 (W) x 47 (D) x 94 (H) cm
57" (W) x 18" (D) x 37" (H)144.5 (W) x 47 (D) x 101 (H) cm
57" (W) x 18 1/2" (D) x 39 2/3" (H)

58 kg / 128 lbs.

66 kg / 145.5 lbs.

76 kg / 167 1/2 lbs. | 79 kg / 174 lbs. (Ebony Polish)

83 kg / 183 lbs. | 89 kg / 196 lbs. (Ebony Polish)¹ Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market region. | 2 Depending on market region. | 3 Lesson books sold separately.

Premium Rosewood

max. 256 notes

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

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