Portable digital piano

At home,on stage,your music.
The Kawai ES120 has been designed to deliver
the finest playing experience possible within aportable piano. This stylish instrument is ideallysuited to musicians seeking a piano that provides
an authentic keyboard action and a selection ofinspiring sounds, yet can still be moved easily, orplaced on an attractive furniture stand without
occupying too much space.
The ES120 is also an excellent choice for gigging
musicians, academic institutions, and places ofworship, thanks to its lightweight body, impressivespeaker system, and great audio connectivity. Andwith customisable settings, Bluetooth® MIDI andaudio, and engaging apps, the ES120 is also an
extremely personal piano, that players of all ages
and abilities can take pride in owning.
Introducing the new ES120: At home, on stage,
your music.

The touchof a grandpianoRealistic touch,natural motion
The ES120’s Responsive Hammer Compact keyboard action has been specially developed toallow portable instruments to reproduce thedistinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano.

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Just as acoustic pianos utilise heavier bass
hammers and lighter treble hammers, the RH

3

1Acoustic piano
key weighting

4Compact keyboard action also employs different
hammer weights, appropriately graded for eachResponsive Hammer Compact action

1

Weighted hammers 2 Key pivot 3 Hammer pivot
4 Hammer sensor

5 Matte key surface

Based on the highly-regarded RH action design,
its springless technology and sturdy construction delivers consistent upward and downward
motion, while improved cushioning material
helps to reduce keyboard noise, resulting in asmooth, natural, and highly authentic piano
playing experience.

playing range.
Such realistic details provide greater stability
during fortissimo passages, while preserving
delicate pianissimo control, helping players topractise pieces with confidence, and transition
to an acoustic piano more easily.

Authentic sound quality
The Premierpiano of Japan
Earning a reputation as the ‘Premier piano ofJapan’, Shigeru Kawai instruments grace thestages of concert halls and musical institutions
throughout the world, and are highly prized fortheir outstanding tonal clarity and exceptional
dynamic range.

True characterin every noteVariety beneath your fingertips

The rich, expressive sound of the SK-EX concert

a distinctive upright piano sound, as well as

grand piano is at the heart of the ES120, with all

vintage EPs, organs, strings, and bass sounds.

eighty-eight keys of this world-class instrument

Moreover, the impressive 20W speaker systempainstakingly recorded and accurately repro-

and dedicated Line Out jacks, make the ES120 a

duced as high-fidelity digital waveforms.

great portable keyboard for gigging players.

Complementing the various classical, jazz, andpop grand piano sounds, the ES120 also features

Exciting apps &wireless audio
Once paired with their phone or tablet, ES120
owners can enjoy a wide variety of exciting
music-related apps, or stream audio directly
through the instrument’s speaker system without the need to connect additional cables.

Inspiring,
convenientfeatures
The ES120 offers a variety of features to complement its authentic keyboard touch and rich piano sounds. The metronome and song recorder

Bluetooth®
connectivity
In addition to a standard USB-MIDI port for connecting to computers, the ES120 also features
integrated Bluetooth® MIDI and Audio technologies that allow the instrument to communicate
with supported smart devices wirelessly.

Stylish design
The ES120 can be transformed into an ultra-

are invaluable tools for aspiring pianists wishingcompact piano replacement using the designer

to improve their technique, while Dual and Split

stand and triple pedal accessories. This stylish

playing modes, and 100 drum rhythms allow

package, delivers a superb playing experienceplayers of all levels to indulge their creative spirit.

for the lounge, office, or bedroom.

Accessories

Specifications
ES120
Keyboard Action Type
Main Features
Sound Sound Engine

F-10H pedal

GFP-3 triple pedal

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX, Kawai EX
25 voicesPolyphonymax. 192 notes

Virtual Technician

18 parameters (via PianoRemote app)

Reverb & Effects

Reverb: 6 types, Effects: Preset

Recorder Internal Recorder
MetronomeFeatures Demo Songs

20 W (10 W x 2)
12 cm x 2
3 song, 1 track recorder – max. 15,000 notes
7 time signatures, 100 drum rhythms
16 sound demo songs

Keyboard Modes

Dual, Split (Volume/Balance adjustable)

Memories

4 Registration memories

Headphone Functions

Spatial Headphone Sound, Phones TypeApp Support

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

Pedal

F-1SP switch pedal (included)
Compatible with F-10H damper pedal, GFP-3 triple pedal, F-351 triple pedal board

Connectivity Headphones

1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" STEREOAudio

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

MIDI/USB

USB to Host (USB MIDI)

Bluetooth®

Bluetooth MIDI, Bluetooth Audio

Other

Damper (for F-1SP, F-10H), Pedal (for GFP-3, F-351)

Power

AC adapter (9 W consumption)

Design Available Finishes

SC-2 padded gigbag

Harmonic Imaging, 88-key piano sampling

No. of Sounds

Speakers

F-351 triple pedal board (for HML-2)

Graded hammers, Matte key surfaces

Grand Piano Source

Audio System Output PowerHML-2 designer standResponsive Hammer Compact

Black, White, Light Grey*Dimensions(Not including music rest)

130.5 (W) x 28 (D) x 15 (H) cm
51 1/3" (W) x 11" (D) x 6" (H)Weight12 kg / 26 1/2 lbs

Specifications are subject to change without notice. | * Availability of Bluetooth, accessories, and finishes may vary depending on market region.

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