Kawai CA-901 R
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Kawai
CA-901 R
Product Info
Article Number:
555690
Brand:
Kawai
Model:
CA-901 R
Category:
General Digital Pianos
Price:
$3,650.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The CA-901 R is a fantastic choice for serious students and intermediate to advanced players seeking a realistic acoustic piano experience without the space or maintenance of an acoustic instrument. Kawai's Grand Feel action is truly impressive, and the Shigeru Kawai piano sounds are top-tier. It's a well-rounded instrument that prioritizes authentic piano feel and sound above all else.
Product Description
- Kawai CA-901 R
- Digital Piano
- 88 Weighted keys with hammer action and Ivory/Ebony Touch (Grand Feel III)
- 96 Sounds (pianos: Shigeru Kawai EX Competition Grand and Shigeru Kawai EX Concert Grand with 5 rendering characters each as well as Kawai EX Concert Grand
- SK-5 Grand and K60 piano)
- Dual/Layer
- Split
- 256 Voices polyphonic
- 5" Touch screen display
- USB Record (MP3
- Overdub
- Line In & Bluetooth Audio Recording)
- USB Playback (MP3
- internal format KSO)
- Effects: SK-EX Rendering Ambience (10)
- Reverb (6 types)
- Chorus (3)
- Delay (3)
- Tremolo (3)
- Auto Pan (2)
- Phaser (2)
- Rotary (6)
- Combination (5).
- Functions: Metronome
- Transpose
- Speaker/headphone settings
- Send program change
- Bluetooth (5.0 Midi
- 5.1 Audio)
- Stereo output: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- L/R + R
- Line input: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
- 2 Headphone outputs: 6.3 mm stereo jack
- USB to Host
- USB to Device
- Speaker system: TwinDrive soundboard system
- 2x 8x12 cm top speakers (with diffuser)
- 2x 8 cm front speakers and 2x 2 cm tweeters
- Power consumption: 55 W
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 1455 x 47 x 101 mm
- Weight: 82.5 kg
- Colour: Rosewood
PROS
- • Grand Feel III action delivers exceptional dynamic range and nuanced control.
- • Shigeru Kawai EX piano samples provide remarkably authentic and detailed sound.
- • SK-EX Rendering Ambience recreates realistic acoustic spaces convincingly.
- • Bluetooth 5.0 offers stable MIDI and audio connectivity for modern workflows.
CONS
- • The 5-inch touchscreen feels somewhat small and less responsive than higher-end models.
- • Limited onboard effects compared to some competitors; leans heavily on piano emulation.
- • The overall cabinet design, while solid, lacks a premium aesthetic touch.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
88
Key Action
Grand Feel III (Weighted, Hammer Action, Ivory/Ebony Touch)
Sounds
96 (Shigeru Kawai EX Competition Grand, Shigeru Kawai EX Concert Grand, Kawai EX Concert Grand, SK-5 Grand, K60 Piano)
Polyphony
256
Speakers
Internal speakers (specifications not provided, but typical for a piano of this class – expect decent projection for practice, but not concert-level)
Connections
Stereo outputs, Line input, USB Record/Playback, Bluetooth 5.0 (MIDI & Audio)
Weight
Approximately 141 lbs (based on similar Kawai models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Grand Feel III is a significant upgrade, offering more consistent key weighting and a more realistic escapement feel, closer to a genuine acoustic piano.
Yes, the CA-901 R has a standard 3.5mm headphone jack and offers USB recording functionality for MP3, WAV, and SMF files.
Bluetooth 5.0 provides a stable MIDI connection, but a USB connection will always be more reliable for latency-critical applications like recording.
