Kawai CX202 Digital Piano (with Bench)

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Playing is exciting on the Kawai CX202, a digital piano with smooth, authentic keyboard action and the rich sound of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand.

Overview

- An Excellent Introduction to Kawai Digital Piano Quality
The CX202 offers aspiring pianists an accessible way to enjoy authentic piano touch and tone. Its Responsive Hammer Compact II action and rich Shigeru Kawai SK-EX sounds make playing feel expressive and natural. With Bluetooth Audio and MIDI, USB connectivity for learning apps, and features that support regular practice, the CX202 inspires musical growth at home.

- Supporting musical growth at every stage
The CX series digital pianos extend Kawai's award-winning line-up of home instruments, combining authentic touch and expressive piano sound within a stylish, yet highly affordable package.

Featuring 88 grade-weighted keys, the CX202 keyboard responds like a real acoustic piano, while its rich concert grand tones encourage players to develop their musical skills. The instrument also includes Bluetooth MIDI and Audio connectivity, built-in lesson pieces, and a convenient song recorder, making the CX202 an ideal choice for beginners taking their first steps, or more experienced players considering a second piano for silent practice with headphones.

- Realistic Touch & Motion: Responsive Hammer Compact II keyboard Action
The CX202's Responsive Hammer Compact II (RHCII) keyboard action has been developed to represent the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano. Based on the highly-regarded RH keyboard action design, its spring-less mechanism and sturdy construction delivers consistent upward and downward motion,… read more while improved cushioning material helps to reduce keyboard noise, resulting in a smooth, natural, and highly authentic piano playing experience.

- The Sound of a Grand Piano: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX Concert Grand
Earning a reputation as the 'premier pianos of Japan', Shigeru Kawai instruments grace the stages of concert halls and musical institutions throughout the world, and are prized for their outstanding tonal clarity and exceptional dynamic range.

The CX202 reproduces the magnificent tone of the flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano. This peerless instrument is hand-built by dedicated craftsmen at the Shigeru Kawai R&D Laboratory in Ryuyo, Japan, and widely regarded as one of the finest instruments in its class.

- The Variety of a Digital Piano: Convenience & Flexibility
The CX202 also offers a wide range of useful digital features to support learning and creativity, complementing its authentic keyboard touch and inspiring piano sound.

Players can explore different instrument voices, record and playback performances, or enjoy built-in lesson songs, all controlled easily from the discreet cheek-block panel. In addition, Bluetooth MIDI/Audio and USB-MIDI connectivity make it simple to connect with computers, tablets, and a variety of music apps for enhanced practice and enjoyment.

- Simple, Attractive Cabinet Design
The CX202's simple yet attractive cabinet incorporates gently curved side arms and sturdy toe blocks for additional stability. The piano features a retractable key cover to protect the keyboard from dust, and a broad music rest that can be folded flat when not required. At just over 40 centimeters in depth, the CX202 is also a relatively compact instrument, making it well-suited to apartments and other narrow spaces.

- Cabinet Finishes
The CX202 is available in three attractive cabinet finishes: Premium Rosewood, Premium Satin Black, and Premium Satin White, allowing musicians to coordinate their piano with a range of modern interiors.

Features:

- Reproduces the magnificent tone of the flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano
- 88-key Responsive Hammer Compact II action keyboard
- Grand Feel Pedal System
- Harmonic Imaging with 192-note polyphony
- Virtual Technician Piano Adjustment
- 17 voices
- Dual 12cm speakers
- Collapsible music rest
- Sliding key cover
- Bluetooth and USB MIDI compatible

Specs

- Keyboard:
- Responsive Hammer Compact II action
- 88 keys
- Grade-weighted hammers
- Matte key surfaces
- Triple sensor hammer detection
- Pedal:
- Grand Feel Pedal System
- Damper (with half-pedal support)
- Soft
- Sostenuto
- Piano Sound:
- Harmonic Imaging (HI)
- Stereo sampling
- SK-EX recording
- 192 note maximum polyphony
- Piano Resonance: Damper Resonance
- Piano Adjustment:
- Virtual Technician (13 parameters, via PianoRemote app)
- Touch Curve
- Voicing
- Damper Resonance
- Hammer Delay
- Topboard Simulation
- Decay Time
- Release Time
- Minimum Touch
- Stretch Tuning
- Temperament
- Temperament Key
- Half-Pedal Point
- Soft Pedal Depth
- Virtual Technician Smart Mode (10 presets)
- No. of Sounds: 17 voices
- Reverb: 6 types
- Speakers: 12 cm x 2
- Output Power: 40 W (20 W x 2)
- Headphone Enhancements: Spatial Headphone Sound, Headphone Type
- Key Cover: Sliding type
- Music Rest: Collapsible type
- Width: 136.5 cm (53 3/4")
- Depth: 40.5 cm (16")
- Height: 85.5 cm (33 2/3") [music rest flat] , 100.5 cm (39 1/2") [music rest raised]
- Net Weight: 37 kg (81 1/2 lbs.)
- Available Finishes:
- Premium Rosewood (CX202R)
- Premium Satin Black (CX202B)
- Premium Satin White (CX202W)
- Basic Functions:
- Dual
- Split
- Four Hands
- Transpose
- Tuning
- Low Volume Balance
- Sound Demo: 15 songs
- Concert Magic: 40 songs
- Internal Recorder:
- Total Memory approximately 10,000 notes
- No. of Songs: 3 songs
- Parts: 1 part
- Metronome Time Signatures: 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8
- Bluetooth:
- Bluetooth (Ver. 4.2; GATT compatible)
- Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI Specification compliant
- Bluetooth Audio (Ver. 5.2)
- USB Audio Recorder: Record/Playback
- App Functions: PianoRemote (iOS/Android) , PiaBookPlayer (iOS/Android)
- Connector Jacks:
- Headphone:1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" Stereo jacks
- MIDI: USB-MIDI, Bluetooth MIDI *
- USB to Host
- Power Consumption: 11 W
- Power: Power cable, AC adaptor (PS-154)
- Bench: WB-10 *
- Headphones: Headphone hook