Kawai KDP120 – Compact and expressive digital piano
The Kawai KDP120 is a digital piano designed to deliver the realism of a grand piano in a compact and accessible format. With its Responsive Hammer Compact II action, faithful sampling of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand, and numerous educational functions and modern connectivity, it is ideal for both beginners and advanced players looking for a reliable and expressive instrument.
Keyboard
- 88-key Responsive Hammer Compact II keyboard
- 3 sensors: precise and fast detection, offering smooth note repetition.
- Escapement simulation recreates the subtle “click” of a grand piano, making the playing experience even more authentic.
Sound
- Sound source: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX
- Harmonic Imaging™ technology ensures natural transitions between playing dynamics, from the softest pianissimo to the most powerful fortissimo.
- 15 sounds available: grand pianos, electric pianos, organs, strings, harpsichord, vibraphone, choir, and pads.
- 192-note polyphony
- SHS (Spatial Headphone Sound) function optimizes headphone sound rendering for greater comfort.
Effects
- To enrich the performance, the KDP120 offers several reverbs and digital effects:
- Reverbs (Room, Hall, Cathedral, etc.) to simulate different acoustic spaces.
- Customizable parameters via the Virtual Technician function (Smart Mode or Advanced Mode), allowing adjustments to tone, string resonance, pedal depth, and more.
Educational functions
- Built-in lesson songs from Burgmüller, Czerny, Beyer, and Alfred.
- Lesson function to practice right and left hands separately.
- Integrated metronome with different rhythms and tempo settings.
- Four Hands mode: the keyboard is divided into two identical zones, ideal for teacher and student.
Advanced functions
- Virtual Technician: advanced customization of sound and touch.
- Concert Magic: 40 built-in songs that play by simply following the rhythm of the keys, perfect for beginners.
- Octave shift: -2 to +2. Allows playing higher or lower without changing hand position.
- Transposition: -12 to +12 semitones. Changes the key without moving the fingers.
- Fine tuning: 415.5 Hz to 465.9 Hz to adjust pitch to the nearest cent.
- Temperaments: equal + 16 variants. A choice of tuning systems used in different styles and eras.
- Metronome: 1 to 9 beats, tempo 20 to 255, 9 beat types, 20 drum patterns.
Recording
- MIDI: 3 songs, up to 100,000 notes in total, real-time recording/playback.
Connectivity
- 2 headphone outputs: convenient for silent practice for two players.
- USB to Host: type A for connection with a computer.
- Bluetooth MIDI & Audio: wireless connection to play with apps, practice, or stream music.
Amplification
- 2 speakers: 2 x 12 cm
- Output power: 2 x 20 W
Design and dimensions
- Compact cabinet with integrated music rest, ideal for home use.
- Color: white
- Dimensions: 136 x 40.5 x 85.5 cm
- Weight: 37 kg
Power supply
- Operates with included adapter
- Power consumption: 15 W
- Auto Power Off function to save energy.
Included accessories
- Integrated music rest
- Grand Feel Pedal System with 3 pedals (Soft, Sostenuto, Damper with half-pedal).
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