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Brand profile · Japan, est. 1946

Kawai

Kawai is a Japanese manufacturer renowned for its commitment to acoustic piano craftsmanship and innovative digital piano technology. Established as a distributor for Yamaha, Kawai quickly forged its own path, becoming a respected name synonymous with realistic action and nuanced sound reproduction. Their dedication to traditional piano building techniques, combined with cutting-edge digital engineering, has solidified their position as a leading force in the industry.

Grand Piano Action Technology (Millennium III Action)CA Series Digital Stage PianosAURES Piano Sound EngineShigeru Kawai Grand PianosConsistent, reliable build quality
1946founded
Japancountry
136products in stock
$62–$52kprice range

Kawai in the charts

Every chart where Kawai has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.

Best Kawai general digital pianos
62 models$671 – $15,677Best Kawai pianos
39 models$4,471 – $15,677Best Kawai grand pianos
14 models$13,436 – $52,097Best Kawai stage pianos
12 models$1,006 – $2,463

All 136 Kawai products

Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 2 of 3.

Kawai F-351 W

Sustain Pedals

$111€99Check ↗

Kawai F-351 B

Sustain Pedals

$111€99Check ↗

Kawai CA-401 W

General Digital Pianos

$2,128€1,899Check ↗

Kawai CA-401 R

General Digital Pianos

$2,128€1,899Check ↗

Kawai CA-401 B

General Digital Pianos

$2,128€1,899Check ↗

Kawai GL 30 ATX 4 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$26,099€23,290Check ↗

Kawai GL 30 WH/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$21,056€18,790Check ↗

Kawai GL 30 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$20,048€17,890Check ↗

Kawai CA-501 W

General Digital Pianos

$2,520€2,249Check ↗

Kawai GL 10 ATX 4 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$19,039€16,990Check ↗

Kawai DG 30

Digital Grand Pianos

$4,480€3,998Check ↗

Kawai CX-102 W

General Digital Pianos

$1,007€899Check ↗

Kawai CX-102 B

General Digital Pianos

$1,007€899Check ↗

Kawai CA-501 R

General Digital Pianos

$2,520€2,249Check ↗

Kawai CA-501 B

General Digital Pianos

$2,554€2,279Check ↗

Kawai CA-901 R

General Digital Pianos

$3,742€3,339Check ↗

Kawai CA-901 B

General Digital Pianos

$3,742€3,339Check ↗

Kawai ES-520 W

Stage Pianos

$1,021€911Check ↗

Kawai ES-520 B

Stage Pianos

$1,006€898Check ↗

Kawai K 15 ATX 3-L E/P Piano

Pianos

$6,937€6,190Check ↗

Kawai GL 10 E/P-SL Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$14,557€12,990Check ↗

Kawai GL 10 WH/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$14,332€12,790Check ↗

Kawai CA-901 W

General Digital Pianos

$3,742€3,339Check ↗

Kawai GX 2 ATX 4 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$38,874€34,690Check ↗

Kawai GX 2 AURES2 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$39,210€34,990Check ↗

Kawai K 15 E MH/P Piano

Pianos

$5,592€4,990Check ↗

Kawai CA-901 EP

General Digital Pianos

$4,291€3,829Check ↗

Kawai K-500 ATX 4 E/P Piano

Pianos

$14,557€12,990Check ↗

Kawai K 15 WH/P Piano

Pianos

$5,368€4,790Check ↗

Kawai K 15 E E/P Piano

Pianos

$4,471€3,990Check ↗

Kawai K-500 Aures 2 E/P Piano

Pianos

$15,677€13,990Check ↗

Kawai E 200 Piano

Pianos

$5,040€4,498Check ↗

Kawai GL 10 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$13,436€11,990Check ↗

Kawai GX 6 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$52,097€46,490Check ↗

Kawai K-400 E/P Piano

Pianos

$10,747€9,590Check ↗

Kawai GX 2 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$30,805€27,490Check ↗

Kawai E-200 ATX3-L SB Piano

Pianos

$7,273€6,490Check ↗

Kawai K-500 E/P Piano

Pianos

$11,531€10,290Check ↗

Kawai K-400 ATX4 E/P Piano

Pianos

$13,436€11,990Check ↗

Kawai GX 3 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$38,649€34,490Check ↗

Kawai E 300 Piano

Pianos

$5,816€5,190Check ↗

Kawai Novus NV-12

General Digital Pianos

$15,677€13,990Check ↗

Kawai Novus NV-6

General Digital Pianos

$9,514€8,490Check ↗

Kawai K-600 E/P Piano

Pianos

$13,884€12,390Check ↗

Kawai GFP-3

Sustain Pedals

$145€129Check ↗

Kawai GL 50 E/P Grand Piano

Grand Pianos

$30,245€26,990Check ↗

Kawai ES-920 W Deluxe Bundle

Stage Pianos

$1,893€1,689Check ↗

Kawai CN-301 W Set

General Digital Pianos

$1,825€1,629Check ↗

Kawai, honestly

What Kawai does well
  • Exceptional acoustic piano action feel
  • Realistic and nuanced digital piano sounds
  • High-quality cabinet construction and design
  • Broad range of instruments for diverse needs
What to watch for
  • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for some
  • Digital piano interfaces can occasionally feel complex
  • Grand pianos are often larger than competitor models
  • Limited presence in budget-friendly instrument market

Questions about Kawai

Where are Kawai instruments made?

Kawai’s acoustic pianos are primarily manufactured in Hamamatsu, Japan, while digital pianos are produced in both Japan and Indonesia, ensuring a balance of tradition and efficiency.

How does Kawai's action compare to Yamaha's?

Kawai's Millennium III action emphasizes a more direct, responsive feel, often preferred by pianists seeking a more immediate connection to the instrument, contrasting with Yamaha’s more cushioned action.

Are Kawai digital pianos suitable for professional use?

Absolutely; the CA series, in particular, is widely used by professional pianists and educators due to its exceptional acoustic piano feel and high-fidelity sound.

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