Kawai KDP-120 B

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Kawai KDP-120 B

Kawai

KDP-120 B

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 515771
Brand: Kawai
Model: KDP-120 B
Price: $1,017.50

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The KDP-120 B is a solid entry-level digital piano, particularly well-suited for students and home practice. Kawai's RHCII action is a standout feature, providing a surprisingly authentic feel, and the SK-EX piano sound is genuinely impressive for its class. It’s a great choice for those prioritizing touch and realistic piano sound over a vast array of sounds or advanced features.

Product Description

Kawai KDP-120 B, Digital Piano

  • Responsive Hammer Compact II (RHCII) keyboard with 88 weighted keys and three sensors
  • Harmonic imaging (HI)
  • Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano sound with new Low Balance Volume feature for intelligent sound adjustment at low volume
  • Virtual Technician Smart Mode
  • 15 sounds
  • 192-note polyphony
  • Lesson function
  • Dual function
  • Four-hand mode
  • Metronome
  • Transposer
  • 15 demo songs
  • Internal recorder (three songs
  • 000 notes)
  • Key cover
  • Three pedals
  • Bluetooth MIDI
  • USB MIDI
  • USB to host
  • Two headphone inputs
  • 2 x 20 W speaker system
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 1360 x 405 x 855 mm
  • Weight: 37 kg
  • Colour: Premium Black Satin
  • PS-154 power supply included
PROS
  • • Excellent RHCII action closely mimics acoustic piano feel
  • • Harmonic Imaging sound provides a surprisingly realistic SK-EX tone
  • • Low Balance Volume preserves piano character at quiet practice levels
  • • Virtual Technician Smart Mode allows for nuanced sound customization
CONS
  • • Speaker system, while decent, lacks true dynamic range for performance
  • • Limited sound selection compared to more expensive digital pianos
  • • The plastic key cover feels somewhat flimsy and basic

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 88
Key Action Responsive Hammer Compact II (RHCII) with 3 sensors
Sounds 15 (primarily piano-focused, with some basic electric instruments)
Polyphony 192-note
Speakers 2 x 20W, 6.3 in woofer per speaker
Connections Bluetooth MIDI, USB MIDI, USB to Host, 2 x headphone inputs
Weight 37 kg (80 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

While not as refined as their grand hybrid actions, the RHCII provides a good level of weighting and responsiveness, closer to a real acoustic piano than many budget digital pianos.
Yes, it offers both USB MIDI and Bluetooth MIDI connectivity for seamless integration with music software on computers and tablets.
It's relatively straightforward, with a menu-driven interface, but deeper customization will require some experimentation and understanding of piano acoustics.

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