Kawai CA-501 R Set

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Kawai CA-501 R Set

Kawai

CA-501 R Set

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 566493
Brand: Kawai
Model: CA-501 R Set
Price: $2,440.90

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The CA-501 R Set is a really impressive entry-level digital piano, offering a remarkably realistic touch and sound thanks to Kawai's Grand Feel Compact action and Harmonic Imaging XL. It’s perfect for intermediate players or those wanting a premium-priced piano experience without the bulk or expense of an acoustic instrument – especially those who appreciate a classic, refined sound.

Product Description

Kawai CA-501 R Set

*Bundle offer comprising*, Kawai CA-501 R

  • *Digital Piano*
  • 88 Weighted keys with hammer action
  • let-off and Ivory Touch (Grand Feel Compact)
  • 45 sounds incl. Shigeru Kawai EX Competition Grand Piano Sound with Harmonic Imaging XL technology
  • 100 Drum rhythms
  • Dual/layer
  • split and 4-hand mode
  • 256-Voice polyphonic
  • OLED display
  • MIDI recording
  • USB player: MP3
  • internal format KSO
  • DSP effects
  • Registration memories
  • Tone Control
  • Transpose
  • Tuning
  • 3-Way pedal unit
  • Speaker output: 2x 50 W
  • Bluetooth MIDI: Ver. 5.0
  • Bluetooth Audio: Ver. 5.1
  • 2 Headphone outputs: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack and 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • 2 Stereo outputs: 6.3 mm jack (L/R + R)
  • 2 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack (L/R + R)
  • USB to Host
  • USB to device
  • Dimensions without music stand (W x D x H): 1425 x 485 x 930 mm
  • Weight: 66 kg
  • Colour: Rosewood
  • Thomann KB-47RM
  • *Piano Bench*
  • Suitable for children and adults
  • Double cross precision lifting system
  • Material: Wood
  • Height adjustable from 475 - 560 mm
  • Seat cushion: Black velour
  • Seat surface: 520 x 300 mm
  • Weight: 8.75 kg
  • Frame colour: Rosewood matt

*Note:* Additional seat cushions are separately available.

, AKG K-92

  • *Headphones*
  • Closed
  • Circumaural
  • Impedance: 32 Ohm
  • Sensitivity: 113 dB SPL/V
  • Frequency range: 16-22000 Hz
  • Max. input level: 200 mW
  • 3 m Cable with 3.5 mm jack and 6.3 mm adapter
  • Weight: 200 g
PROS
  • • Grand Feel Compact action closely mimics acoustic piano feel.
  • • Harmonic Imaging XL delivers exceptionally realistic Shigeru Kawai EX sound.
  • • Bluetooth 5.1 provides reliable audio streaming and MIDI connectivity.
  • • Solid build quality with a refined aesthetic befits its price point.
CONS
  • • The 'Compact' action, while good, isn't a full Grand Feel experience.
  • • Limited sound customization beyond the preset tones and effects.
  • • Speaker power, while decent, might require external amplification for larger spaces.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 88
Key Action Grand Feel Compact (weighted, hammer action, let-off, Ivory Touch)
Sounds 45, including Shigeru Kawai EX Competition Grand Piano
Polyphony 256-Voice
Speakers 2 x 50W
Connections Dual headphone jacks, stereo outputs, line inputs, USB to Host/Device, Bluetooth MIDI/Audio
Weight Approximately 46kg (101 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Compact action reduces the key length and depth to save space, sacrificing a small amount of nuance and depth compared to the full Grand Feel, but still provides a very convincing feel.
Kawai’s Harmonic Imaging XL technology does an excellent job of capturing the nuances of the EX, though it’s not a direct sample—it's a meticulously modeled representation, resulting in a very authentic tone.
Connecting via USB to Host is straightforward; it functions as a MIDI controller and audio interface, making recording simple with most DAWs.

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