Kawai CN-301 R

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Kawai CN-301 R

Kawai

CN-301 R

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 546801
Brand: Kawai
Model: CN-301 R
Price: $1,714.90

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The CN-301 R is a solid entry-level digital piano that delivers a surprisingly good playing experience thanks to the Responsive Hammer III action. It's a fantastic choice for beginners and intermediate players looking for a well-built instrument with a classic aesthetic and decent sound quality without a premium-priced investment. The included recording features are a real bonus for learning and sharing your progress.

Product Description

  • Kawai CN-301 R
  • Digital Piano
  • 88 Weighted keys with hammer action (Responsive Hammer III)
  • 45 Sounds
  • 256-Voice polyphonic
  • OLED display
  • Recorder (MP3/Wav
  • 16-track MIDI
  • internal: 10 MIDI songs
  • 2 tracks each)
  • Effects: Reverb
  • Delays
  • Tremolo
  • Amp Simulator
  • Rotary
  • Phaser
  • etc.
  • Functions: Metronome
  • Lesson function
  • 176 Concert Magic Songs
  • 33 Demo songs
  • Bluetooth Audio (Vers. 5.1)
  • Bluetooth MIDI (Vers. 5.0)
  • USB zu Host
  • Speaker system: 2 x 20 W
  • Connections: 1 x headphones 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • 1 x headphones 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Line In (2 x 6.3 mm jack L / mono
  • Stereo Output (2 x 6.3 mm jack L/R + R)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 1410 x 870 x 435 mm
  • Weight: 47.5 kg
  • Colour: Rosewood
PROS
  • • Responsive Hammer III action provides surprisingly realistic key weighting.
  • • Rosewood finish adds a touch of elegance and warmth to the instrument.
  • • Bluetooth 5.1 audio offers convenient wireless connectivity for modern workflows.
  • • The built-in recorder allows for capturing and sharing performances easily.
CONS
  • • Speaker system, while adequate, lacks the power for larger rooms or performance settings.
  • • Limited sound selection compared to higher-end digital pianos from Kawai and competitors.
  • • The OLED display, while visually appealing, is relatively small for detailed editing.

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Key Features

Keys 88
Key Action Responsive Hammer III (weighted, hammer action)
Sounds 45
Polyphony 256-voice
Speakers 2 x 20W
Connections Headphones (3.5mm & 6.35mm), Line In (L/Mono, R), Stereo Outputs, USB to Host, Bluetooth 5.1 Audio, Bluetooth 5.0 MIDI
Weight 47.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a simplified version, lacking the escapement adjustment and more nuanced key weighting of their professional models, but still offers a very realistic feel for the price range.
Yes, via USB to Host, it functions as a MIDI controller, allowing you to use its keys and controls with music software.
It’s a high-quality synthetic Rosewood finish—designed to mimic the look and feel of real wood while being more durable and resistant to environmental changes.

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