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Harmonic Imaging Technology
The authentic piano sound of Concert Artist digital piano started with
the world’s finest concert grand piano, the Kawai EX. We recorded
the exceptionally rich sound in the “anechoic chamber” at
our advanced piano research facility. Our engineers then analyzed the
unique harmonic structure of the EX and created an extremely accurate
sound map for each key across the entire dynamic range. Finally, our
engineers and piano technicians worked together to reproduce the excellent
sound of the EX concert grand piano. The sound data was digitally tuned
and voiced by the ears of our proud piano craftsman. The result is a
new level of authenticity in the art of digital piano.
AWA Grand PRO Action
As one of the world’s premier builders of acoustic pianos, Kawai
has long understood the vital importance of “feel” to the
pianist. For this reason, Kawai has been a pioneer in the use of real
wooden keys in our digital pianos. The CA1200 and CA1000 feature our
new AWA Grand PRO action. As acoustic piano has heavier hammers in bass
section and lighter hammers in treble section, AWA Grand PRO uses different
hammer weights appropriate for each playing zone. In addition, the lower
keys have counter weights for better control when playing very soft.
AWA Grand PRO is designed faithfully simulating the grand piano action.
The long wooden key stick is supported by a balance pin with bushing
cloth. The front bottom of the key stick touches the front felt with
its face. These structures are same as the ones found in acoustic grand
pianos. It’s easy to forget that you are playing a digital piano
with the excellence of AWA Grand PRO action with real wooden keys.
User Touch Curve
Previously, when the normal touch curve didn’t fit your playing
style, the only solution was to choose one of the different touch curve
presets in the piano. With the NEW User Touch Curve feature, you can
CREATE your own touch curve. In User Touch Curve mode, you are asked
to play dynamically from soft to loud to input your playing style. Then
the piano analyzes the data and creates the perfect touch curve specially
made for you.
Sound System
The CA1200 is equipped with a new sound system called “Direct Radiation
Sound System”. Two main speakers are mounted in thick wooden speaker
boxes and placed in the cabinet facing front. Together with two dome
tweeters mounted in appropriate depth besides the music rack, this sound
system creates natural and clear sound in a wide area in front of the
piano.
Concert Magic
Concert Magic is Kawai’s exclusive feature which lets ANYONE play
music instantly. A total of 176 Concert Magic songs are available for
just listening to or playing in very easy way. Press any key on the
keyboard and follow the Note Navigator guide in the LCD display. You
will experience the thrill of playing real music. Each Concert Magic
song is categorized in either, Easy Beat, Melody Play or Skillful for
different levels of playing enjoyment. With new Steady Beat mode, all
176 songs can be played by tapping any keys in steady beat.
Virtual Technician
A piano technician plays a very important role for an acoustic piano
to be in the best playing condition for a piano player. Virtual Technician
does the same work digitally. You will find Virtual Voicing, Sympathetic
Resonance, Touch Curves and Tuning Temperaments.
User Memory
You can easily customize your Concert Artist piano’s initial settings.
Choose a new starting instrument, favorite effect, touch curve, etc.
Once you have the piano memorize it, you don’t have to go through
many buttons every time you turn the power on.
Dual/Split Balance Slider
When you layer two sounds (Dual) or use different sounds on the left
and right (Split), the balance slider is convenient for quick and easy
adjustment of the two sounds’ balance.
MIDI/PC Interface
The Concert Artist pianos feature complete MIDI implemen-tation, including
16-channel multi-timbral operation and controller keyboard function.
Expand your musical fun by connecting with MIDI recorder or other external
MIDI devices.The built-in serial PC interface allows for direct connection
to a desktop or laptop personal computer. Enter the world of computer
music and the Internet through one simple connection.
Reverb and Effects
Five distinct reverb types simulate listening environments from private
practice rooms to concert halls. Two special reverbs produce a 3D effect,
surrounding you with sound from all directions. Digital sound effects
such as delays (three types), Chorus, Tremolo and Rotary Speakers (two
types) add to the remarkable realism of the Concert Artist sounds.
User Temperament
Besides the preset historical temperaments, you can customize your own
temperament by shifting the pitch higher or lower for each of the 12
keys. This is convenient to make special temperament such as Arabic
scales.
Finish
In addition to the popular Rosewood finish, Mahogany and European Cherry
finishes are now available to match your interior or personal taste.
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