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Acoustic serenity

The sound of hammers striking the strings, resonating through the solid spruce wood. Warm vibrations that fill a room, captivating its audience. The natural voice of an acoustic piano is truly unparalleled.

A good piano encourages musicians to play with spontaneity and passion, but such uninhibited expressiveness isn't always suitable. Indeed, in certain environments, an acoustic piano can be disruptive; the diligent sounds of children practicing scales may not be warmly welcomed by other family members who want to watch television, while even Chopin's gentle and soothing preludes have the potential to irritate neighbors if played beyond an acceptable hour.

Fortunately, AnyTimeX3 pianos feature an acoustic muting function with powerful digital audio components, allowing pianists to continue enjoying the distinctive feel of a traditional piano while discreetly listening through private headphones. AnyTimeX3 models come with the brand-new Kawai SH-9 headphones, specially matched to the internal sound source of the instruments.

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The tone

With the acoustic muting components, KAWAI AnyTimeX3 pianos employ a unique digital technology developed and refined at the Shigeru Kawai Research and Development Laboratory in Ryuyo, Japan. They draw upon the renowned handcrafted KAWAI SK-EX and EX Concert Grand pianos to deliver an authentic and unmatched warm tone. Placed within a specially designed anechoic chamber, free from audio reflections, the rich sounds of these world-class instruments are meticulously analyzed and recorded by our pioneering Master Piano Artisans. The acoustic profile of each note is then transformed into a highly precise three-dimensional digital representation using KAWAI's exclusive Harmonic Imaging™ technology. This unique process faithfully reproduces the wide dynamic range of the original grand pianos while providing the source for a rich selection of additional high-quality instrument sounds.

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Integrated Hammer Sensor System (IHSS)

A good acoustic piano inspires musicians to play with enthusiasm, spontaneity, and passion. However, the satisfaction experienced when hammers strike the strings is often compromised by traditional piano damping techniques. The sensors located beneath the keyboard struggle to accurately interpret the subtleties of musical expression, which is why AnyTimeX3 pianos incorporate sensors within the delicate piano action mechanism, reading the precise movements of each hammer. Whether you're playing rapid passages that require the same key to be struck repeatedly before returning to its natural starting position or pianissimo pieces that demand very gentle key strikes, the Integrated Hammer Sensor System (IHSS) captures the elaborate nuances of each note. Pianists can finally enjoy the comfort of greater privacy without sacrificing the responsive touch and authentic expression of a traditional acoustic piano.

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Description

Acoustic tranquility!

This incredible instrument offers the best of both worlds: the touch and feel of an acoustic piano with the quiet capability and multiple sound options of a digital piano. Practice any time of day with the latest product from one of the world's most renowned piano brands.

Increased bass resonance and improved presence of harmonic richness

A popular choice for homes, schools, churches and teaching studios, the GL-40 is an excellent choice for the professional musician. Brochure

A grand piano in the shape of an upright!

The elegant shape and exceptional tone of the 53" K-800 will satisfy the needs of any professional teaching studio or intimate performance venue. Brochure

One of the world's best-selling upright pianos!

The K-300 builds on the success of its award-winning predecessor, the K-3, which was named 'Acoustic Piano of the Year' four years running. Brochure

Competing with much larger upright pianos!

This continental-style instrument produces a rich and clear sound with performance qualities that rival those of much larger upright pianos. Brochure

A unique tone!

The GX-3 impresses with its dignified elegance and unique tone, evoking the qualities of a larger grand piano. With its incredible sound and versatile touch, it's the preferred choice of professionals. Brochure
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Acoustic serenity

The sound of hammers striking strings, resonating through solid spruce wood. Warm vibrations that light up a room, captivating its audience. The natural voice of an acoustic piano is truly inimitable. A good piano encourages musicians to play with spontaneity and passion, but such unbridled expressiveness is not always appropriate. Indeed, in some environments, an acoustic piano can be disruptive; the assiduous sounds of children practicing scales are hardly welcomed by other family members who wish to watch TV, while even Chopin's gentle, soothing preludes have the potential to irritate neighbors if played after an acceptable hour. Fortunately, AnyTimeX3 pianos incorporate an acoustic mute function with powerful digital audio components, enabling pianists to continue to enjoy the characteristic feel of a traditional piano while listening discreetly through private headphones. AnyTimeX3 models come with the all-new Kawai SH-9 headphones, specially matched to the instruments' internal sound source.

The tone

With the acoustic components muted, KAWAI AnyTimeX3 pianos use unique digital technology, developed and refined at the Shigeru Kawai R&D laboratory in Ryuyo, Japan, using the famous hand-designed KAWAI SK-EX and EX Concert Grand grand pianos to deliver inimitable warm, authentic tone. Placed inside a specially designed anechoic chamber, free from audio reflections, the rich sonorities of these world-class instruments are meticulously analyzed and recorded by our pioneering Piano Master Craftsmen. The acoustic portrait of each note is then transformed into a highly accurate three-dimensional digital representation, using KAWAI's exclusive Harmonic Imaging™ technology. This unique process faithfully reproduces the wide dynamic range of the original grand pianos, while providing the source for a rich selection of high-quality additional instrument sounds.

Integrated Hammer Sensor System (IHSS)

A good acoustic piano encourages musicians to play with enthusiasm, spontaneity and passion. However, the satisfaction experienced when the hammers strike the strings is often impaired by traditional piano mute techniques. Sensors underneath the keyboard struggle to accurately interpret the subtleties of musical expression, which is why AnyTimeX3 pianos integrate sensors within the delicate mechanism of piano action, reading the precise movements of each hammer. Whether you're playing fast passages that require the same key to be pressed repeatedly before returning to its natural starting position, or pianissimo pieces that call for very soft keystrokes, the Integrated Hammer-Sensor System (IHSS) represents the elaborate nuances of every note. At last, pianists can enjoy the comfort of the utmost intimacy, without sacrificing the responsive touch and authentic expression of a traditional acoustic piano.

Weight & dimensions

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The GL-40 Classic Salon Grand offers the dignified presence of a classical grand piano with a tonal character unmatched by any comparable piano. Its length of 5 feet 11 inches is greater than that of most instruments generally classified as classical grand pianos, enabling it to deliver a more substantial and impressive tonal resonance. A popular choice for homes, schools, churches and teaching studios, the GL-40 is an excellent choice for the professional musician.

Touch

Millennium III Upright Action

The Millennium III Upright's action features components made from ABS-Carbon, a composite material created by infusing carbon fiber into our famous ABS Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly strong and rigid, enabling the creation of lighter action parts without compromising strength. The result is a more powerful, faster action offering greater control and stability than conventional all-wood actions. 

THE POWER OF THE PIANISSIMO

One of the most coveted attributes of a quality piano is a wide dynamic range: the ability to play not only thunderous fortissimos but also the most delicate and sensitive pianissimos. The technological superiority of the Millennium III action becomes most evident in its extraordinary ability to produce the perfect pianissimo. It may seem paradoxical, but the GL series technology shines brightest when it whispers.

RIGID FOUNDATIONS FOR THE TOUCH MOVEMENT

The keyframe rail is the central hub of a piano's operation. The keyframe rails in the GL series are made of durable extruded aluminum and combined with our advanced dual-beam technique, providing strength and stability. The hammer and jack rails are securely held in place to maintain the precise tolerances of the action design and ensure consistent touch throughout the piano's lifespan. The entire surface of the hammer rail is finely serrated to securely hold each hammer shank in place for optimal alignment. The hammer shanks are made of PBT resin, allowing the action screws to remain tightly secured without contraction or expansion. These meticulously designed features form the rigid foundations of the GL series, ensuring the precise motion of the keys over time.Carbon ABS is much stronger and more durable than wood, virtually impervious to the effects of humidity-related contraction and expansion. This unique combination of strength and stability allows the action components to transfer energy to the hammers with unmatched efficiency, power, precision, and nuance, delivering an exceptional playing experience. 

Tone

TAPERED SOUNDBOARD IN SOLID SPRUCE

The soundboard is the heart of a piano, responsible for transforming the vibrations of the piano strings into a rich and vibrant tone. Kawai uses only straight-grained solid spruce, quarter-sawn, for the soundboards of the GL series. Each soundboard is carefully tapered to optimize its sound-producing capabilities. Only soundboards that meet or exceed our strict quality requirements are selected to be installed in our GL series grand pianos.

TONALITY

Kawai grand pianos are renowned for their expressive tonality and expansive dynamic range, enabling pianists to effortlessly share and communicate their passion.

Duplex scale

DUPLEX SCALE SCALE

The instrument's duplex scale system provides harmonics in the midrange and treble, adding depth and breadth to the overall sound.

AGRAFFES

The staples ensure precision in string alignment, spacing and angles to produce a more uniform tone and consistent vibratory length of each note.

HARDWOOD BRIDGES

The bridges transfer the vibration of the strings to the soundboard. The bridges in the GL series are made of solid maple or beech and are carefully adjusted and fitted to the frame for perfect string pressure and optimal sound transfer.

SOLID' (Stretcher Over-Lap Integrated Design)

The "SOLID" construction creates an exceptionally rigid foundation to support the tension of the strings. First, the windchest is mounted on the frame. Then, the windchest and yoke bar are integrated into a single structure, firmly anchored to the waistband. The extraordinary thickness of the yoke bar illustrates the structural integrity of this sturdy frame, designed to ensure stable tuning and powerful sound.

EXTENDED FINGERBOARD LENGTH

Longer keys make the game easier to play and offer a more uniform response from the front to the back of the playing surface. The benefits for the player are better control and more power with less effort.

SLOW-CLOSE LID MECHANISM

Our slow-close lid mechanism incorporates a dual-damping system that protects fingers and the keyboard from potential damage caused by a sudden closure.

THE KEYBOARD TRAY WITH STEEL REINFORCEMENT.

The keyboard tray must be strong and stable in order to support the weight of the entire mechanics over time. GL Series keyboard trays are made from extremely robust hardwoods, laminated and reinforced with a steel support spar that increases the strength and rigidity of the keyboard tray to prevent any loss of energy.

V-pro frame

V-PRO FRAME

The frame is the acoustically neutral metal superstructure on which the strings are tensioned. All frames in the GL series are cast using the V-Pro process. The additional strength comes from the new frame design. The result is a highly robust, stable, and elegant frame.

SMALL DOOR WITH STEEL REINFORCEMENT

The 'little door' of a piano is that long horizontal piece of wood bordering the front of the notes. Because it's made of wood, this part can twist or bend with changes in humidity, causing the keys to jam. The 'small doors' of the GL series are reinforced by a steel rod that prevents these deformations. The keys move freely, with the 'small door' remaining straight and at a regular distance from the keys throughout the piano's life.

WINDCHEST AND TUNING PEGS

The pinblock on all GL series grand pianos is fully laminated with a minimum of eleven cross-banded layers of North American hard rock maple for maximum strength and balanced torque. The tuning pins are made from the finest carbon steel, threaded for maximum continuous rotation, and nickel-plated for enhanced appearance and long-term protection.

RESISTANCE

Strength enables a piano to maintain its integrity over time. GL Series pianos have the remarkable strength to thrive under the rigors of long-term use.

Specifications

Dimensions and weights

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The grand-piano-style music rack with a robust finish

The grand piano-style music stand with sturdy finish is an exquisite and functional addition to grand piano design. Made from high-end materials, it exudes elegance while providing solid support for scores during performances. Adjustable to accommodate a variety of score sizes, this parchment holder offers pianists comfort and flexibility, making it a refined and practical enhancement to the grand piano experience.

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Touch

Millennium III Upright Action

The Millennium III Upright's action features components made from ABS-Carbon, a composite material created by infusing carbon fiber into our famous ABS Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly strong and rigid, enabling the creation of lighter action parts without compromising strength. The result is a more powerful, faster action offering greater control and stability than conventional all-wood actions. 

Extended Key Length

Longer keys make the game easier to play and offer a more uniform response from the front to the back of the playing surface. The benefits for the player are better control and more power with less effort.

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Tone

Solid spruce conical soundboard

The soundboard is the heart of a piano. Its role is to transform the vibrations of the piano strings into a rich, resonant sound. Kawai uses only solid quarter-grain spruce for the K series soundboards. Each soundboard is strategically tapered to maximize its tonal capacity. Only those that meet or exceed our strict quality standards are selected for use in our professional upright pianos.

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The hammers

Mahogany wood core and double felt hammers secured with T-shaped staples.

Mahogany hammerblocks are lightweight and extremely responsive. Found only on the finest pianos, mahogany is used for the hammer moldings on the entire range of K-Series professional upright pianos. All K-Series hammers are stapled in a T-shape to preserve their shape, and feature an additional inner layer of felt to support the creation of exceptional sound.

Full Duplex Scale

The "Full Duplex Scale", which encompasses both the upper and lower sections, is a remarkable feature that enhances harmonics in the treble range, adding captivating brilliance and rich sonority to the piano's tone. This innovative technology involves meticulous calculations and precise positioning of the strings to optimize their interaction with the vibrating main part of the strings, allowing specific harmonics to resonate freely and enhancing the instrument's sonic complexity. As a result, the piano's high notes are imbued with a vibrant, sparkling quality, captivating listeners with their expressive, dynamic character. The "Full Duplex Scale" opens up a world of sonic possibilities, enabling pianists to explore and create music with an instrument truly incomparable in its beauty and versatility.

Sostenuto pedals

The middle pedal is the sostenuto, as on a grand piano; the celestial/practical rail is operated by a lever under the low end of the keyboard. When depressed, it holds only the notes played at that moment, allowing subsequent notes to be played without sustain. This feature proves useful in complex musical passages where certain notes need to be held while others are played with different dynamics. By selectively sustaining certain notes, the sostenuto pedal enables pianists to create a nuanced, controlled sound, offering a wide range of expression and articulation in their performances. Its presence is an invaluable tool for pianists seeking to elevate their musical interpretations and enrich their playing experience.

The agraffes

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Staples play an essential role in ensuring precision in the alignment, spacing and angles of the strings in a piano, leading to greater uniformity, improved tone, smoother tuning and a consistent "speaking length" for each note. These small but important metal pieces are strategically placed along the piano's soundboard to hold the strings in position and ensure their correct alignment. By holding the strings firmly in place, the clips prevent any unwanted vibration or sympathetic resonance that might disrupt the piano's overall clarity and tonal balance. What's more, staples contribute to smoother, more precise tuning, as they help stabilize string tension and maintain their proper spacing. As a result, pianists can enjoy a more balanced, harmonious sound across the entire keyboard, enabling greater precision and expression in their musical interpretations.

Weight & dimensions

https://pianovertu.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/KAWAI-k300-website-video.mp4 https://youtu.be/vJU2D4tFkuQ?si=T9hb3TzjSl3mfb3i The 48 ″ K-300 upright piano builds on the award-winning heritage of its predecessor, the K-3, offering an unusual touch and exquisite sound. The K-300 features our revolutionary Millennium III Upright Action designed with carbon composite components to deliver ultra-responsive touch and exceptional musical expression. The K-300 K-Series upright projects a rich, pleasing sound thanks to its tapered solid spruce top, which offers a wide dynamic range from thunderous fortissimos to the most sensitive and delicate pianissimos. With its elegant styling, responsive touch and rich sonority, the K-300 upright proudly extends its award-winning heritage, offering unrivalled performance to satisfy the most demanding pianists. Piano droit KAWAI K300 chez Piano Vertu

Touch

Millennium III Upright Action

The Millennium III Upright's action features components made from ABS-Carbon, a composite material created by infusing carbon fiber into our famous ABS Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly strong and rigid, enabling the creation of lighter action parts without compromising strength. The result is a more powerful, faster action offering greater control and stability than conventional all-wood actions.

Extended Key Length

Longer keys make the game easier to play and offer a more uniform response from the front to the back of the playing surface. The benefits for the player are better control and more power with less effort. Piano droit KAWAI K300 chez Piano Vertu

Tone

Solid spruce conical soundboard

The soundboard is the heart of a piano. Its role is to transform the vibrations of the piano strings into a rich, resonant sound. Kawai uses only solid quarter-grain spruce for the K series soundboards. Each soundboard is strategically tapered to maximize its tonal capacity. Only those that meet or exceed our strict quality standards are selected for use in our professional upright pianos. Piano droit KAWAI K300 chez Piano Vertu

The hammers

Mahogany wood core and double felt hammers secured with T-shaped staples.

Mahogany hammerblocks are lightweight and extremely responsive. Found only on the finest pianos, mahogany is used for the hammer moldings on the entire range of K-Series professional upright pianos. All K-Series hammers are stapled in a T-shape to preserve their shape, and feature an additional inner layer of felt to support the creation of exceptional sound.

Weight & dimensions

http://pianovertu.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Kawai-K-upright_1.mov The K-15 offers an excellent introduction to the quality of Kawai upright pianos. As well as being highly regarded, it is also considered one of the most popular pianos in its class in terms of value for money. Featuring a solid spruce top and the highly acclaimed Ultra-Reactive Direct action with ABS Styran parts, this Continental-style instrument produces a rich, clear sound with performance that rivals that of much larger uprights.

Touch

Exceptional touch, high reliability

The K-15E features the Ultra-Responsive™ mechanism, with hammers featuring selected wooden handles and 100% wool felted heads, providing an extraordinary feel. To improve stability, KAWAI has developed the use of aluminum rails (action, hammer rest) as well as ABS mechanism parts, resolving the many problems associated with wooden components, such as breakage following high stress, shrinkage and expansion due to changes in temperature and humidity.

Tone

FIRST-STATE SOLID SOUNDBOARD

The soundboard and its bracing are crucial elements when it comes to the sound of a piano. The materials used and how they are assembled determine the quality and volume of the produced sound. The soundboard of the K-15E is made of straight-grained, carefully selected spruce, scientifically tested to meet KAWAI's resonance standards, in order to achieve an exceptional dynamic range and surprising tonal balance across the entire sound spectrum.

A European style and design

MODERNE STYLE, CHEAP PRICE

In addition to its exceptional solid spruce soundboard, the K-15E also features four multi-ply back braces, ensuring optimal instrument rigidity and highly stabilized tuning stability. With its European design and style, the K-15E is an instrument that seamlessly fits into modern interiors. Its technical features and excellent value make it the ideal choice for beginners, allowing them to experience the remarkable qualities of KAWAI pianos.

Weight & dimensions

The GX-3 BLAK conservatory grand impresses with its dignified elegance and distinctive tone, evoking the qualities of a much larger grand piano. It's a favorite of music schools for the way it performs admirably over time in teaching studios and smaller recital spaces. With its exceptional tone and touch in a versatile format, the GX-3 is the preferred choice of professionals.

Touch

Millennium III Upright Action

The Millennium III Upright's action features components made from ABS-Carbon, a composite material created by infusing carbon fiber into our famous ABS Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly strong and rigid, enabling the creation of lighter action parts without compromising strength. The result is a more powerful, faster action offering greater control and stability than conventional all-wood actions. 

Elongated fingerboards made of fir

Fir is the ideal key material - light, yet extremely strong for its weight. It responds with minimal bending and exceptional consistency, conveying every subtle nuance of the pianist's interpretation while remaining stable through years of intensive use. The length of each key has been extended to facilitate playing and offer a more uniform response from the front to the back of the playing surface. The key shanks are also designed with a slightly higher profile for maximum rigidity and increased power.

Tone

NEOTEX key surfaces

Our exclusive NEOTEX key surface, made from cellulose fibers, offers a smooth, unobtrusive texture similar to natural ivory and ebony, as well as a semi-porous silica-filled surface to absorb natural oils and hand perspiration. Because NEOTEX is used for both black and white keys, key feel is consistent across the entire keyboard. NEOTEX resists cracking and fading over years of use, and is also resistant to static electricity, helping to prevent the build-up of unwanted dust. The result is a beautiful, durable key surface offering exceptional playability.

Rigid foundation for key travel

The hammer rail is the "backbone" of the piano's action. GX Series hammer rails are made of durable extruded aluminum with our exclusive double-beam design for added strength and stability. Both the hammer rail and wippens rail are permanently locked in place to preserve the careful tolerances of the action design and ensure consistent touch response throughout the life of the piano.

The entire surface of the hammer rail is finely notched to hold each hammer flange securely in place, ensuring optimum hammer alignment. The surface-mounted hammer flanges are made of PBT resin, allowing the action screws to remain tight without shrinking or swelling. All these meticulous design features form the rigid foundation of the GX series, guaranteeing precise key travel over time.

Solid spruce conical soundboard

The soundboard is the heart of a piano. Its role is to transform the vibrations of the piano strings into a rich, resonant sound. Kawai uses only solid quarter-grain spruce for the K series soundboards. Each soundboard is strategically tapered to maximize its tonal capacity. Only those that meet or exceed our strict quality standards are selected for use in our professional upright pianos.

Hybrid inner border (Rim Konsei Katagi)

The exclusive Konsei Katagi rim leverages different hardwoods to achieve the ideal sonic balance. For the inner rim, finely porous hardwoods are used to provide superior brilliance and projection of the high-frequency range of the sound spectrum. These are layered with wider-pore hardwoods that offer warmth and fullness to the sound. The synergy of structurally divergent hardwoods produces a powerful and pleasingly rounded sound, which is the hallmark of Shigeru Kawai grand pianos.

Vertically laminated bridge

The bridge performs the essential task of transferring the vibrations from the strings to the soundboard. GX series bass bridges are made from the highest quality hard maple or beech. Treble bridges are vertically laminated with 13 layers of maple and mogno for maximum strength and optimal sound energy transfer.

Specifications

Weight & dimensions

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WeightN/AN/AN/AN/A196 lbsN/A
DimensionsN/AN/AN/AN/A149 × 110 × 59 cmN/A
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Finish

Ebony Polish, Ebony Polish with Nickel Hardware, Mahogany Polish, Snow White Polish, Ebony Polish with Aures 2 System

Weight 196 lbs
Dimensions 149 × 110 × 59 cm

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