🎹 Kawai CA701 | Digital Piano Review & Demo | New Kawai Digital Piano 🎹

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0:00 - Video introduction and Product shots of the Kawai CA701
0:14 - Opening Playing Demo in the Kawai CA701
0:26 - Piano Action Review begins on the Kawai CA701
0:35 - Kawai Grand Feel III Action
1:21 - Pivot Length Importance
2:37 - Further Review on the Grand Feel III
3:03 - Key Surface/Texture Review with Close Ups of the Kawai CA701
4:11 - Piano Action Test and Demo on the Kawai CA701
6:16 - Initial Conclusions and Thoughts on The Kawai CA701 and Piano Action
7:04 - Kawai CA701 Piano Sound Review
7:16 - Kawai CA701 SK-EX Rendering and XL Harmonic Imaging on the Kawai CA701
10:35 - SK-EX Concert Grand Demo on the Kawai CA701
11:21 - Tones: Kawai SK-EX Competition Grand Demo
12:44 - Comparing the Competition Grand and SK-EX Concert Grand Sounds not he Kawai CA701
13:17 - Tips on Navigating the User Interface
14:35 - Virtual Technician Review and Discussion on the Kawai CA701
16:02 - Tones: Kawai EX Concert Grand Demo
16:29- Tones: Kawai SK-5 Grand Piano Demo
17:31 - Tones: K-60 Upright Piano Demo
18:10 - Speaker Review begins on the Kawai CA701
20:29 - More Playing on the Kawai CA701
22:28 - Headphone Jacks and Other Connections on the Kawai CA701
23:46 - Display Review and Upgrades on the Kawai CA701
26:27 - Piano Demo - Direct Line Out v.s. Stereo Microphones on the Kawai CA701
28:41 - Video Outro on the Kawai CA701
Thanks for being here! The Kawai CA701 has arrived so it’s time for us to put it to the test to see exactly what’s improved from the highly regarded CA79 that it replaces.
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Overview
The CA701 is the latest CA7* series model in a long line of very popular, high-end home digital pianos, and serves as the direct successor to the CA79.
It’s been a few months since Kawai’s announcement but we’ve finally got our hands on one, and the first thing that jumped out at us was the redesigned key cover. It just looks and feels a lot more substantial than past models.
Secondly, it was apparent right after we started playing it that the speaker performance is vastly improved. While the CA79 needed a bit of tweaking and EQing out of the box, the CN701 sounds exceptional without any tweaking with a full, balanced sound.
Piano Action
In terms of the piano action, the Grand Feel III action that was introduced with the CA79 and 99 is present here once again. This action features a triple sensor, let-off, counterweights, and most importantly, extended-length wooden keys bringing the pivot length closer to that of an acoustic grand piano.
Piano Sound
The CA701 is loaded up with the SKEX Rendering engine and the HIXL engine. The Rendering engine consists of 88-key multi-channel sampling, offered in a variety of configurations.
They’ve actually gone ahead and sampled a brand new SKEX for the CA701 and 901, and they’re referring it to their SKEX Competition Grand, meaning it was prepped for an actual competition.
The original SKEX sample is included, so you can compare them side-by-side. We’re noticing the new competition sample is emphasizing different partials, with a broader, more colorful sound.
Speakers
As we intimated above, the new speaker system is perhaps the single biggest improvement from the CA79. We’re working with a 6-speaker system here, with 4 top speakers and 2 downward-facing mains, all being driven by dual 55-watt speakers for a robust 110 watts of speaker power.
The speaker balance, EQ, and angling and baffling of the speakers have all improved. The tone is open and extremely detailed, yet without any harshness.
The 701 also has its own discrete headphone amp, so playing with headphones is a really wonderful 3D experience, though you need a pretty good set of headphones to truly take advantage of this.
Features/Connectivity
Kawai has improved the display by adding an anti-glare finish, and you can turn the backlight off if you wish.
All of the basics like a metronome, layer, split, transpose, onboard rhythms and four-hand mode are all included. There’s a ton of lesson book material and internal songs as well.
The 701 has Bluetooth MIDI and Audio, USB Type A and B and USB audio recorder, discrete ¼” line out, stereo mini line in and dual headphone jacks.
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@charlesloving4820 8 ай бұрын

For me, this gentleman is the first and last word on piano reviews. I will weight his opinion above all others. Very real and honest, and definitely knows his stuff.

@MerriamPianos 8 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent here! Thanks for tuning into the channel! I will pass your kind words along to Stu. I know he appreciates them! :)

@Zen-zu7sq Жыл бұрын

Whatever they are paying this man, it's not enough.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Haha I will be sure to pass on the kind words to Stu for you! :)

@cesar_m.p. 2 ай бұрын

I always thought Stu was the owner of this store..... isn't he ?

@Em_Dee_Aitch Ай бұрын

@@cesar_m.p.no. He’s merely the “face” of the company.

@e.b.1279 Жыл бұрын

Ah Stu Man, you ARE SOOOOO GOOD!! I'm gonna through this entire channel! I literally saw an ad, recognized you and immediately subscribed!! I loved playing with you in High School and early University!! You're a phenomenal player, an EXCELLENT MUSICIAN, and Amazing Person. So extraordinarily honoured to have played with you and to have met you and your family at an early age. Warmest of Warm Regards Most Sincerely, Earl

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi Earl! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks so much for tuning in and subscribing to the channel! We really appreciate it and I know Stu does as well! That is awesome that you know Stu and have played with him in the past. I will be sure to pass on your kind words and regards to him! Thanks so much once again and all the best! :)

@jaws10278 Жыл бұрын

I bought a CA49 and I love the key action! Kawai knocked it out of the park with their wooden key actions. Best in the industry.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Congrats on your new Kawai CA49! They're fantastic instruments and I certainly agree with the sentiment about their wooden key actions! :)

@judithjamison3909 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Your reviews have made this purchase so stress free.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! Thank you for the incredible compliment! That is very nice to hear! :)

@jimbradley5926 5 ай бұрын

Excellent review. Thanks for posting this.

@MerriamPianos 5 ай бұрын

You're very welcome! Thank you for tuning in! :)

@ThePianoVault Жыл бұрын

I just took delivery of two polished ebony models for my teaching studio earlier this week. Very much enjoying the experience so far. I found the bass to be rather overpowering for the space I have it in, however, making adjustments to this via the speaker/headphone interface to find the sweet spot is very simple to do. You can also further affect this via adjusting the voicing of each key should you wish, making the bass notes slightly brighter. Still experimenting with the new Competition Grand sample. I always find the default settings of most digital pianos to be a bit on the dry side, so adding a small amount of reverb and other characteristics via the Piano Artisan options is always an enjoyable process for me until I'm completely satisfied. All in all, I can highly recommend the CA701. Thanks for a great review once again Stu!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks so much for tuning in! We're glad you enjoyed the review. Congrats on your new CA701s! It is a fantastic model that provides one heckuva piano experience for a digital piano. I am happy to hear that you have managed to find a tone that you're inspired by through making some adjustments. That is the exciting thing about the sophisticated tone engine on the CA701 and CA901. There is so much customizability, which will allow you to carve out the exact sound you're looking for. :)

@av9628 7 ай бұрын

Hi! Thank for your additional review and comment! As a new user of the CA701, I would like to know how did you add the amount of reverb? Also finding it a bit dry so wanna adjust it!

@ThePianoVault 7 ай бұрын

@@av9628 Hi there. You need to select ‘concert’, which opens up the ability to manipulate the amount and type of reverb that you can add. Unfortunately, the ability to manipulate reverb to this extent isn’t included in all settings, so I hope Kawai addresses this in the future. I have mine set to sound like the slight string and body resonance that you get from an acoustic piano once you release the pedal. This gives the sound a bit more body, and removes the sharp, dry silence when playing staccato. Do let me know if you need more info 😃

@aliar11 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful instrument! I haven't sampled the 701 myself yet. But I have played the 901 at the showroom and it was fantastic. Being an acoustic piano fan, I must admit Ca 701/901 provide access to a much broader musical experience (both musically and action-wise) for the money of a low end upright with an inferior action.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

I certainly agree with that sentiment! The GFIII action outcompetes many low-end acoustic uprights in my opinion. And, especially in the case of CA901 (thanks to the soundboard system), these CA models might even have a bit of an edge sonically speaking. :)

@JoeLinux2000 Жыл бұрын

That's the point. Small uprights are completely obsolete. They have been supplanted by better more modern technology. Large acoustic grands still have the edge except for the fact that they are extremely expensive. costly to move and ,maintain, plus they are loud and noisy, and not suited to a personal experience that is not heard by neighbors or others in the house.

@liambonar 2 ай бұрын

Amazing review, as always!

@MerriamPianos 2 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly! We appreciate that. :)

@dinobucz Жыл бұрын

This was an excellent review! I think I know what I’ll be buying to upgrade my Roland PF 30X. I always enjoy the depth of your knowledge and your sharing it with us.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in! The CA701 would make for a meaningful upgrade from the already fantastic FP30X. :)

@shcheat 7 ай бұрын

One of the best and most helpful reviews out there, thank you, you have answered almost all my questions except for the pedals, I would really like to hear your opinion of them.

@MerriamPianos 7 ай бұрын

You're very welcome! We're happy to hear that the review was helpful. Did you have any specific questions about the pedals?

@memoryoftime0602 9 ай бұрын

Just got my CA701 delivered today. Thank you so much Stu for the great content! 🎉🎉

@MerriamPianos 9 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent here! Congrats on your CA701! They're amazing instruments! I know you will be thrilled with what it offers musically. :)

@khai5555 9 ай бұрын

How are you liking it so far? I'm hoping to buy one soon as well

@memoryoftime0602 9 ай бұрын

@@khai5555I love it! As my predominate playing time is the late evening, I decided to go with CA701 & a good pair of headphone. CA901 would be better if you are playing without headphone based on the other review from Stu on CA901.

@khai5555 9 ай бұрын

@@memoryoftime0602 Thanks, great to hear!

@Francesco-vy2vs 4 ай бұрын

@memoryoftime0602 after few months do you have any complains with your CA701. I found some people have had some ckicks noises issue: kzfaq.info4-rsamGkOMQ I would you get your personal feedback. Thanks.

@Pissarrio Жыл бұрын

great review and information

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks! We're glad you enjoyed it! :)

@JimCharlesMMorales Жыл бұрын

Stu, that Waltz for Debby was a killer! Love it, man, keep doing these videos!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in! I'll be sure to pass on the feedback to Stu! :)

@JoeLinux2000 Жыл бұрын

He plays it well, but he's still somewhat of a banger. This is not Waltz for Debby, but Stu as good as he is does not play with this kind of nuance: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/id96h92mntq7cac.html The reason I use this as an example is that this composition is extremely difficult to actually play musically. Whatever Stu is playing at 4:11 is some if his best playing. He plays this very expressively. It's hard to properly concertize and demonstrate a piano at the same time. Getting in the right frame of mind is almost impossible.

@adrielking Жыл бұрын

i have the CA99 so this review is making me so excited for the 901 review 🤩

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Congrats on your CA99! It is a fantastic piano! You can expect a CA901 review very soon. ;)

@staceycarras3815 Ай бұрын

I played one of these today in a music shop, blew my mind, lovely experience I also played a Roland LX705 ( also vey nice but different ) I preferred the Roland user interface all the buttons in front of me instead of that irritating left had touch screen on the Kawai, your a great player !!, "waltz for Debby" beautiful, thanks for sharing I could listen to you play all day.

@MerriamPianos Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for tuning in and sharing your thoughts! The CA701 is a powerhouse instrument with an incredible touch and tone. It is very difficult to find a nicer instrument at this price point. :)

@arkination Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review Stu! Just bought a CA901 here in San Francisco. Funnily enough, I went to the Kawai dealer with the full intention of buying an NV5s. But when i sat down to play it... well, let's just say it wasn't what I was expecting. I rarely ever play on uprights. Usually digital pianos or grands, so the action and feel just wasn't what I was looking for. It's a great instrument! Truly a masterpiece of design and engineering. It's just not for me :) But when I sat down at a 901, it was love at first... touch. Anyway, thanks for all this pro bono content you and the team do! It makes a difference in the online piano world. Cheers!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi Christopher! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thank you for tuning in! I will be sure to pass on your kind words to Stu. I am happy to hear that you found a musical experience that you truly connect with via the amazing new CA901! You are not the first person to favour it over the NV5S. Every player is a little different and has different preferences when it comes to touch. The most important thing is that you found an instrument that inspires you. Thanks again and enjoy your new piano! :)

@verymozart Жыл бұрын

Instead my experience when I played the CA99/701/901 was very disappointing. The sound is nice but the touch is too light. Too lighter than acoustic grand pianos. And if you need to prepare an advanced classical music repertoire, it likely will affect the playing it on the acoustic grand pianos. The 701/901 are even lighter than the CA99, even if it's the same grand feel 3 action

@user-xxxxxn 11 ай бұрын

@@verymozart has to do with the piano you are playing on there are ton of grand piano's that are lighter regulated than 40 grams................ horowitz' piano was regulated on 30 grams..................

@ROBERT-ml7ml 5 ай бұрын

@@verymozartThen just adjust the weighted keys to make them harder in the app.

@verymozart 5 ай бұрын

@@ROBERT-ml7ml you can't change the weight of the keys in a digital piano. And even the touch sensitivities setting is not going to change it. Just the grand feel 3 action is unsubstantial spongy toy like key action, it's not about the weights of the keys, it's overall the action that sucks, because is too different than an acoustic action, upright or grand action whatever; and I just didn't buy the kawai.

@carlwagner5610 Жыл бұрын

Hey Stu, great video! I also enjoy listening to your amazing playing, it just sounds so effortlessly. Since you already spoke about the necessity of good headphones, do you have a suggestion on which one to pick up? Thanks a lot, keep being you!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! In terms of headphones, some of it comes down to the piano you are going to be pairing them with. For instance, I find the Kawai SH-9 headphones to be exceptionally matched sonically with Kawai's samples. Beyond that, I am also a huge fan of the Meze headphones. I know Stu favours them as well. They are exceptionally-musical headphones. :)

@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12 Жыл бұрын

Kawai digitals always have a very resonate treble🎹🎶

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree! They are full of musicality and character! :)

@Zoco101 Жыл бұрын

Hey Stu, thanks for this great video. I think I prefer the Competition SK-EX patch to the old one. And the speakers are pretty good, but the lineout sounded better, at least that's my impression through my living room speakers. Don't you miss some of the mid range with two mics crossed so far apart? It does seem like it. That's a great interpretation of Waltz for Debbie. You were really enjoying yourself, I'll bet. It was nice to hear some of Beethoven's Pathetique sonata too. Yeah, nice playing! Suddenly I want to hear his main works all over again.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi Mike! Brent from Merriam Music here! I'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Stu! I also enjoyed his repertoire selection for this particularly video. It certainly shows his incredible versatility! :) I do agree that the SK-EX Competition Grand patches seem to have just a little bit "more" than the SK-EX Concert Grand patches. In either case, it is great to have both onboard. As you can imagine, it is hard to capture every nuance of the onboard speakers from a pair of condenser microphones. That is why we do encourage people to test these pianos out a showroom whenever possible. It is the only way to experience the full potential of the instrument's sound. Thanks again for tuning in and all the best!

@marcusholder495 6 ай бұрын

Stay blessed brother 🙏 love the video

@MerriamPianos 6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@EdPin_ Жыл бұрын

Hi Stu & Crew. Nice close-ups of the keys, artful macro-photography. Very KZfaq'y jump-cuts that add "energy" (almost like from the Bourne series :-) A bunch of additional shots like raisins in the cake. Exhaustive and clear on-screen descriptions, very expressive hands building shapes around the words. Awesome take on audio source comparison part. Nicely set up microphones that give semi binaural effect on my side (looks like Rode NT5? works great) Lively camera work that paints tempting Kawai scene, with humongous descriptions, if someone doesn't get it, does not deserve to play on this Kawai 😉 All of it feels like very mature YT music production. You guys are creating a reference points for this kind of content. ... When i was preparing an excerpt of All of Me i did it in hurry and didn't paid enough attention to the quality of the thumbnail. I'm sorry for this mishap, now it's somewhat fixed, but camera is an unforgiving tool. A tiny difference in the angle, little change in the lighting gives major difference in the outcome. My i have a suggestion? In addition to bunch of soft-boxes playing with lighting on Stu's face... Well, every professional presenter/actor uses cosmetic powder to matte harsh reflection on the skin At first it may feel silly, but that's the aim - every star needs to present a "professional" look on set.🤩 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e9d3dJCGkrvRhoE.html

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to tune into our video so attentively! We appreciate the kind words and feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the video and production decisions. We are using a pair of Rode NT5 microphones to capture the audio captures of the onboard speaker systems. Thanks again and all the best! :)

@DiogoAmadorPiano Жыл бұрын

Amazing review. It’s a great piano, love the action. Made me even start my yt channel after buying it. I’m using the internal wav recording on the 701 and I’m in love with the way the SK-EX Competition sounds comparing to the other renders. Speakers are fine also

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! The CA701 is phenomenal! I am happy to hear you have been enjoying it. :)

@mariuszszuster8121 Жыл бұрын

Hi Stu, Thanks for this great review. I watched it just after I'd bought the instrument for myself (satin white, too 😊). Honestly, I had been thinking about getting one after I saw your review of CA 79. And it was worth waiting for a better option ... I am very happy, I can play it at home. Once again, you are doing a fantastic job. Keep it up!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent here! Thanks for tuning in! We appreciate it. :) Congrats on your CA701! It is a fantastic instrument with a great touch and tone. I am also a fan of the satin white look as well! Enjoy!

@HouseThatJackBuilt 6 ай бұрын

Great, concise reviews! This video, plus the others on the Casio GP510, Yamaha CLP785, and Roland LX706 have helped me make my decision; I do believe I'll have to get this Kawai. Great to have a consistent review style with different products, it really helped make the decision. Also, curious what song was played in the section "SK-EX Concert Grand Demo on the Kawai CA701" - I've been listening to Matt Christensen a lot lately and find that style quite alluring. Cheers!

@MerriamPianos 6 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly! We're happy to hear that you found the video reviews helpful through your process. The CA701 is a fantastic digital piano! I think you'll be very pleased with everything it has to offer. I am not sure as to what piece Stu is playing at that section, but all of Stu's playing is quite compelling to say the least! We're lucky to have his talents. :)

@galiat8919 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. Really complete and helpful. Just waiting your review of CA901 to know which one I will take. Nv5s was also gorgous, so hard to choose between these three model. Any advice ?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! The CA901 review is going to be released shortly as well! ;) In terms of choosing between the three models, it really depends on how you are going to be predominantly be using the piano. If you are going to be practicing with headphones primarily, there won't be much benefit to making the jump from the CA701 to the CA901. However, if you play with the onboard speaker system and have the budget for it, the TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System is incredible and really does an impressive job of capturing the details and nuances of a real acoustic instrument. If you are looking for the very best possible playing experience in a digital package, the NV5S would definitely be the most premium and highest calibre playing experience amongst these three models. The GFIII action is fantastic, but the NV5S' Millennium III Hybrid Upright action is a meaningful step up and far more authentic. Thanks and hope this helps! :)

@camerademuzica Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this beautiful review, it helps me a lot! could you please provide us a list of some headphones at your recomandation?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! If you're looking for headphones to accompany a Kawai digital piano, the SH-9 headphones are fantastic and specifically voiced to optimize the sound of Kawai's own piano samples. With that said, we will be tackling headphone reviews and comparisons in the near future! ;)

@lalnunsangaasanga5801 2 ай бұрын

Very nice sound and like real grand👍👍👍

@MerriamPianos 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely! The CA701 is a powerhouse instrument with a great musical experience! :)

@rain_down_ Жыл бұрын

Will have to stick with my CA59 for now, but that looks like perfect upgrade material for when the time comes. Good advice about learning bad habits when playing at a low volume - something I'm guilty of but will have to change.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The CA59 is a powerhouse in its own regard! With that said, the longer pivot length of the GFIII and the amazing speaker systems of the CA701 and CA901 models would definitely make for a meaningful improvement. :)

@JoeLinux2000 Жыл бұрын

I think it's about how you go about playing softly. Soft doesn't mean wimpy.

@pianowhizz Жыл бұрын

Well done Stu on pointing out the importance of headphones quality when investing in a digital piano experience (I use a pair of Shure SRH1840). Stu is one of those rare people blessed with the trifecta of knowledge in music, acoustic piano technology, and modern digital technology. Oh and that was great playing of that Sonata 8 (16:46). As much as I love the Kawai key action, it is worth noting that the Yamaha GrandTouch key action in the CLP-785 actually has a longer pivot length (26cm in the Yamaha vs 24cm in the Kawai). The Casio key action in the GP-510/GP-310 is 22cm (i.e. the Casio action is good - but very overpriced compared to Kawai, Yamaha, and Roland).

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for tuning in! I will certainly pass on your kind words and compliment to Stu. I know he appreciates it immensely! :) Another piano action worth putting in that list is Roland's Hybrid Grand action. If I recall correctly, it has a pivot length of 26 cm as well. All of the actions you listed are quite rewarding to play. The choice ultimately comes down to the preferences of the player. Thanks again and happy playing!

@Zoco101 Жыл бұрын

I tried a CLP785 a few months ago. In the showroom it felt and sounded great. In both of these respects I preferred it to a slightly used U1 which was also there. They were both priced at about €5k. Ouch! That's a lot of money for a non acoustic, non-hybrid, but if it works better for me, we'll it does. It looked wonderful too.

@pianowhizz Жыл бұрын

@@Zoco101 the CLP-785 non-shiny-black-plastic is about €3,900 + tax here. The Kawai CA901 is about €3,438 + tax. Though I would wait for the CLP-885 due to be released in about 2 months (April) before comparing and deciding. Hopefully Roland will upgrade their LX706 as well, as Roland will be the best value for money (currently the LX706 is €2,913 + tax here in Australia).

@niemoikein4330 Жыл бұрын

It’s €1000 more expensive. Not really in the same league.

@Zoco101 Жыл бұрын

@@niemoikein4330 Sorry, can you say which one is more expensive than which? I know the GP-310 costs less than 3000 euros, while the CLP-785 costs about 5000 euros. I'm guessing the Kawai CA701 is somewhere in-between. The CLP-785 is an astonishing instrument but it wants to be at that price. I had put my theoretical max budget for a DP or digital hybrid (not acoustic) at 3000 euros, but if digital pianos have advanced so far, I might have to raise it. It's only theoretical because I have no urgency for a new piano right now. The scary thing is that the upper end DP models are now competing well against pianos such as the U1.

@Martin-id9ks Жыл бұрын

wow, a nice piano sound for an e-piano.......the improvements that have been made to the sound of e-pianos in recent years are really impressive. just a few years ago you had to use VST-Instruments for such a sound.....unfortunately there is no update in action.......a linear graded action would be great.......maybe the next time.....

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The CA701 is an impressive offering from Kawai to say the least! The new SK-EX Competition Grand samples in particular are getting a lot of praise. While they are still using the same GFIII action from the previous generation from the series, it is still an excellent action that holds up quite well. :)

@tenonakin9237 Жыл бұрын

Great review! I would like to know if you can also control the menu through a desktop/laptop that is connected with a USB cable (if you don't want to use bluetooth). Thanks!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! While I have not personallyy tried accessing the PianoRemote or PiaBookPlayer apps via a USB cable connection on the CA701, I believe that should still work. Perhaps, one of our community members that has experimented with this can confirm. :)

@tenonakin9237 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Okay thanks! So to clarify, I would like to enter the menu on the touchscreen with a cable connected laptop/desktop. And if possible, without the need of having to use an app. Thanks again!

@AlansPiano Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! :)

@narcisnicolau9796 7 ай бұрын

Planning on upgrading to Kawai CA 701 from a Roland rp 401. I believe this is going to be a massive jump.

@MerriamPianos 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely! The CA701 is a spectacular piano! You will be thrilled with the musical experience it provides. :)

@shenrxn Жыл бұрын

Lovely! Any chance of a yamaha dgx 670 review anytime soon?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly! And thanks for the suggestion! We have received a number of requests to cover the Yamaha DGX670. It has been added to the list of potential candidates to tackle in an upcoming videos. We will do our very best to get to it! :)

@martoneill Жыл бұрын

Great review - thank you. Does anyone know how the ca701 would match up vs an upright acoustic in terms of volume? I tried a ca901 recently and it didn’t feel particularly loud to me (even at full volume) but that might have been because the room was huge. Grateful for any thoughts.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The CA701 is not quite as loud as the CA901 in my opinion if that provides any reference point. I would say that a CA701 or CA901 at full volume may be able to compete volume-wise with some older console pianos, most new studio and professional uprights will have greater dynamic potential and be capable of louder volumes.

@martoneill Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos thank you; that’s very helpful.

@KiaBoonLim 2 ай бұрын

Hi Stu, I’m considering between the Kawai CA701 vs Casio GP310 and Yamaha CLP745. I know the CLP745 is in a slight lower tier compared to the other 2 but it has been described as a “better” piano than the CLP775. Not sure if new models of those above would be coming out soon and change that decision? What are your thoughts on the above 3? Even better if you can produce a video comparing the above 3 pianos! Thank you!

@MerriamPianos 2 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! It all comes down to a matter of preference. In my opinion, the Kawai CA701 is the superior choice between these three in every regard (tone engine, action, and speaker system). However, the GP310's action is also quite impressive and may be the preference over the CA701's GFIII for players that prefer a slightly heavier, stiffer touch. We will do our best to tackle that comparison down the road if possible. :)

@verymozart Жыл бұрын

Finally the review on 701, I was waiting for. I have to ask the same when it wasn't yet delivered. 1- Is the touch too light to study and pass a classical music advanced diploma exam such as the LTCL Trinity College recital diploma exam? What do you mean in the video it's like you don't feel the action? Is that too light? 2- what would be more suitable to study and pass the above mentioned diploma, between the 701 and the Yamaha CLP775, that has an heavier touch?? (A dealer told me that even if the Yamaha 775 is heavier, the Kawai CA701 would be more suitable for the diploma study, because the action is superior than the 775, and the 701 has counterweights, longer and full wooden Keys). Thanks for the video

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Brent here! Thanks for tuning in and writing in with your questions Giulia! As is always the case with selecting a piano, the ultimate decision will come down to the preferences of the player. There is no "right fit" for every player. The most important thing is that you find an action that you feel connected to and gives you the control and range of expressivity you seek. With that said, we have had many high level players use the CA79 and CA99, which also featured the same GFIII action that the CA701 possesses, to study and prepare for high level examinations on. So, with that said, I think it is one of the best digital piano options available to properly tackle high level study on. In terms of which action/piano is better between the CA701 and CLP775, it is a matter of subjectivity. Personally, I find the CA701 to provide a bit more authenticity in terms of touch and tone (and don't be mistaken, the symbiotic connectivity between those two details is incredibly important). One of our community members, Instrumental Covers, provided some excellent details and insights on this topic in a post on one of our videos (it's hard to keep track of which one though as our catalogue is growing quite rapidly!). :)

@verymozart Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thank you for your reply. I understand you can feel nice with an action, but that doesn't mean that you can adjust it when playing on the acoustic concert pianos at the exams. I don't know, you mentioned advanced players preparing high level exams, did they pass then? And I don't know if the touch of the 701 is too light. About the sound in this video I really love it.

@stevenqirkle Жыл бұрын

Any suggestions for a proper set of headphones to pair with this piano? Also - we need a CA901 review! I already bought one and adore it, but for some reason I must hear Stu’s thoughts on it… and also want to hear what it sounds like in the hands of a capable player for a change. 😀

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in! The CA901 review is on the way; we promise! ;) As for headphone suggestions, I personally recommend the Kawai SH-9 headphones for use with Kawai's digital pianos. They are specially voiced for Kawai's main SK-EX concerts and do a fantastic job of presenting every nuance and detail in my opinion. :)

@JoeLinux2000 Жыл бұрын

Hopefully the replacement for the es920 will sound as good as this CA701. The 701 is pretty much setting the bar for a proper digital sound.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

I certainly agree with the sentiment about the CA701! It is an impressive offering from Kawai. It will be interesting to see what updates are issued to the ES920 down the road. :)

@ikerarrizabalaga5422 2 ай бұрын

⁠@MerriamPianos Hi Stu, thanks for the great review. I noticed that the sampled sounds (EX Concert Grand, for example) are slightly louder than the rendered sounds (SK-EX Competition Grand, for example). Is this normal? Any tips to play the rendered sounds louder (apart from applying more force on the keys 😂). Thanks!

@MerriamPianos 2 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for tuning in and for the question! I haven't particularly noticed a massive difference in volume between these different sample sets. But, with that said, it is not uncommon for the output volume to be slightly different between different patches/sample sets. The tone of the instrument (i.e. bright versus warm) will also play a part on the perceived volume. You could experiment with changing some of the adjustable parameters to yield a tone that is more cutting and has more attack.

@ikerarrizabalaga5422 2 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos thanks!

@777Witness Жыл бұрын

Are these new sounds and sound engines available in a more portable package from Kawai? In a digital keyboard.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, the new version of the tone engine and the new SK-EX Competition Grand sample sets are not yet available in a portable format. Hopefully, the next generation of portable pianos from Kawai will feature them though. :)

@teleted3000 Жыл бұрын

Is the mobile app now compatible and fully functional with screen readers for VoiceOver (iOS) and TalkBack (Android) phones?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! I am not entirely sure to be honest. Perhaps, one of our helpful community members here can confirm. I recall several customers commenting on the lack of compatibility in the past, but I'm not sure if Kawai has made this adjustment yet.

@adriankanis8107 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking to buy the Roland dp603 but for only extra £600 I can have this Kawai ca701 ! What you think I should do ? Thank you 🙏

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent here! The Roland DP603 and Kawai CA701 are both extraordinary instruments, but they offer something very different in terms of tone, touch, and aesthetics. Personally, I would give a slight edge to the CA701 for its authentic tone and exceptional touch. WIth that said, the DP603's PHA50 action is also quite excellent and rewarding. I would recommend testing both instruments yourself in person to see which one resonates with you. Ultimately, it comes down to a matter of personal preference. :)

@Ezechielpitau Жыл бұрын

I'd love to know how big the difference in sound is compared to the 401/501... Any idea?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! We have not received our first shipment of CA401 and CA501 models yet, but you can certainly bank on review/comparison videos coming out once we do. :)

@pianoworld89 Жыл бұрын

I heard the CA 79 has issues with noisy/squeaking keys. Is this issue solved with the 701?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The new actions from Kawai have more cushioning, which has made the actions far more stable and reduced key noise meaningfully. :)

@massimoiografico1793 6 ай бұрын

I would be very happy to know which headphones would you recommend (I love your reviews ❤) for use with the CA-701 or CA-901?

@MerriamPianos 6 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly! We appreciate those kind words! The Kawai SH-9 headphones are specifically designed and voiced for use with Kawai's sample sets, so those would be my top recommendation for use with the CA701 and CA901 models. :)

@massimoiografico1793 6 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos But the Kawai SH-9 headphones do not seem as expensive as the prices you refer to in the video. At least here in Europe (where I am), they can be found for less than €100, so they would not give the idea of very high-quality headphones. Or would they?

@lucertola123456 Жыл бұрын

I have to decide weather getting the Casio Berchstain or this one in terms of the action (they say the Casio is a little bit 'harder' than the Kawai CA701). Any suggestions? Thanks!!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

It ultimately comes down to a matter of preference in terms of the touch and tone. The Casio GP310 and GP510 models are wonderful playing and sounding pianos. Most people find them to be heavier in terms of touch and much brighter in terms of tone in comparison to the CA701 and CA901 models, which have a lighter action and warmer sound. There certainly is no right or wrong answer here; it is simply a matter of which combination of feel and sound suits your preferences and playing style best. :)

@lucertola123456 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Hi! Thanks for your response, really appreciated. I have tried the Casio GP310 at my local library where I am using it until I can have one at home and I find it amazing. Someone suggested the Kawai CA701 so that is why I have asked the question. I prefer a little harder action but this is me and I find the sounds on the Casio really nice. I will try to find a Kawai CA701 to try before deciding. Thanks again for the lovely reviews I really enjoys them and they are really helpful. All the best to you all 😍

@CorradoLoffredi 4 ай бұрын

Greetings. Thanks for the review. Apart from the usefulness for study instead of an acoustic grand piano, I am interested in another aspect. I need to be able to connect the instrument to the PC to be able to create audio of orchestral compositions within a DAW. Since I also have to use the piano, I need a keyboard that resembles that of a grand piano as much as possible, and among those I have tried, this Kawai seems to me to be the best. But I need to know something important. When connected to the DAW on the PC, does this Kawai only send the normal controllers for velocity, pedal and soft pedal, or does it also send the controllers for various effects, reverb, program change, etc.? Because I absolutely need there to be no controllers other than velocity and pedals. Thank you.

@MerriamPianos 4 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! If you are capturing the MIDI signal from your piano to your DAW, it would only capture the notes, velocity, and pedal information (sustain, etc.). Effects like reverb and ambiance would not be included in that signal. With that said, if you are recording audio out from the piano, whatever effects you have enabled will be present in the recorded track. You can turn this effects off if that is the preference of course. :)

@CorradoLoffredi 4 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos wow!!! What a quick answer!! Many thanks! So, if i record on a usb key via usb midi, every controller in use will be sent? And a second question: the difference between GF3 (CA701/901/) and GD Compact (CA501) is so relevant? Or....it's a liiiittle difference? (Audio configuration of speakers is not important for me because I will use headphones)

@CorradoLoffredi 4 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos I have another question. I have to record orchestral parts in Cubase using libraries such as Vsl, East West, etc. For example, if I need to record a string part via USB to host, when I play the Kawai is only the string sound produced, or both sounds (the strings and the Kawai piano)? Thanks again.

@mchannel100 7 ай бұрын

I have this piano and it’s fantastic. Only thing: sometimes I can’t hear the high register properly like it gets lower volume then middle/lower? I tuned the keys volume but didn’t change much . Ideas?

@MerriamPianos 7 ай бұрын

Congrats! The CA701 is an incredible instrument! Have you experimented with the alternate voicing options? Some of the sample sets/voicings can have a bit of a "rolled off" sound in the upper register. There are some that, to my ears, have a more pointed and prominent sound in the upper register.

@mchannel100 7 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos I use the Competition - classic - open 3 lid - no cabinet resonance and from g5 slightly more key volume but still sometimes the upper got lost. I start to think it’s the quality of my wall absorbing it

@george0t Жыл бұрын

Is this model now on par with or better than the Casio GP-510?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

That is ultimately a matter of personal opinion. The GP510 and CA701/CA901 models are all fantastic digital pianos that offer something a bit different in terms of tone and touch. I would say that they're all on the same "tier", but every player will have their own preference between these models. :)

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

Unless I somehow misunderstood it, the comment on 8:00 could be inaccurate. The idea that Kawai placed microphones all around the piano, recording from the player's perspective, stereo microphones inside, as well as room microphones, does not seem to be supported by Kawai's own description of the sampling method. Kawai states that "the SK-EX Rendering engine’s multi-channel sampling captures the sound from different points of the Shigeru Kawai concert grand", and they show a picture with 5 microphones inside the piano: two microphones close to the hammers, one around the middle of the soundboard, and two covering the tail of the sounboard. Neither the statement nor the picture seem to support the idea that they used microphones from the player's perspective (which would have been a sort of binaural recording) or away from the piano and into the room. They did place microphones around the piano, but I don't see any suggestion by Kawai (neither in their statement nor their picture) that the microphones were positioned anywhere else other than inside the piano and record different areas of the soundboard.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Please see the following link: www.kawai-global.com/product/ca901/ Under the "SK-EX Competition Grand" description, the following is stated: "The brand new SK-EX Competition Grand captures the sound of the latest generation SK-EX-L instruments, that in recent years have achieved success at the Chopin, Hamamatsu, and Sendai international piano competitions. This piano sound possesses a bright, clear tonal character, with a distinctive thick attack, and is specifically recorded from the pianist’s position." I believe that was what Stu was referring to. :)

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos This actually makes things a little more complicated, if you really break down Stu's comment: 1) At 7:44, Stu states, "what they've done to achieve the first sample set, which is the SK-EX Rendering... you've got the very first SK-EX 9-foot concert grand and they've placed microphones all around this instrument. They've got from the player's perspective, they've got stereo microphones inside, you've got room mics..." I don't think he was referring to the SK-EX Competition Grand. He specifically mentioned the "first" and "very first" sample set. However, Kawai never mentioned, for that very first sample, placing microphones from the player's perspective, or room mics. That is something that Stu is adding, but it is not found in Kawai's original descriptions. All they said was that "the SK-EX Rendering engine’s multi-channel sampling captures the sound from different points of the Shigeru Kawai concert grand" and they show a picture with 5 microphones placed inside the piano. 2) If the SK-EX Competition Grand was "specifically recorded from the pianist’s position", then it looks like they got microphones fairly closed to the player.... but then it wouldn't be with "microphones all around this instrument"... looks more like it was some type of 2-channel stereo recording.

@namakudamono Жыл бұрын

I expect the picture is just illustrative. Kawai is not going to reveal the exact micing configuration on their website.

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

@@namakudamono It could be just illustrative, or it could be the actual microphone position inside the piano.... I don't think there is a way of knowing for sure. When a picture is only illustrative, a message such as "The picture is for illustration purposes only" is typically added... the absence of such warning, combined with the description of the statement, seems to add some credibility to the thought that the picture is more than just an illustration.

@jacobpalmers5773 5 ай бұрын

What recording hardware/software are you using to get such a great sound? I have a CA79 and im not getting anything close to this. Would love some tips! Thanks.

@MerriamPianos 5 ай бұрын

We generally don't change any of the default settings on the core piano sound (unless Stu states otherwise in the video). From there, a direct line out is taken into a Focusrite Scarlett audio interface and brought into a DAW (Logic I believe).

@jacobpalmers5773 5 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thanks! Appreciate the info.

@jacobpalmers5773 5 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Excuse my lack of knowledge.. but would really appreciate the help 🙂 What cable would you use from the 2 x 1/4" audio outs on the piano into the audio interface? A cable that has two 1/4" jacks on one end and a single 1/4" jack on the other end to plug into the interface? does this result in a mono recording? Or do you use 2 x single cables into two inputs on the interface, and record stereo? Thanks!

@khai5555 9 ай бұрын

Hi there, how would this piano compare with the Yamaha CLP 745? These two pianos are priced very similarly in an online music store that I would be buying from (€2,666 for the Kawai and €2,399 for the Yamaha). I can't try these pianos out since my local store do not sell them, but I would appreciate any opinions or thoughts you guys have about these two pianos. Thank you.

@MerriamPianos 9 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent here! It really comes down to a matter of preference as both pianos offer a very different touch and tone. For me, the CA701 is one of the most spectacular digital pianos I have ever heard. The SK-EX sample sets are remarkably authentic. I would certainly give it the sonic edge over the CLP745, but I personally find touch to be even more subjective amongst piano shoppers. Thanks and hope this helps! :)

@khai5555 9 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Hi Brent, your reply certainly is helpful! I've been stuck deciding between these two digital pianos for a while now and I think your thoughts has finalized my decision. I will go with the Kawai CA 701! I appreciate the awesome detailed videos you guys create, and I thank you for your helpful reply :)

@zvelekva Жыл бұрын

Will Kawai release a firmware update for the NV10S owners to include the SK-EX L rendering? The NV10S is the most expensive non acoustic piano Kawai make and is about 3 times the cost of the CA901, I'd say it would only be fair and in line with appropriate customer service for buyers of such a premium product...hope you'd agree.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent here! That is a very good point. However, at this time, I am not sure if Kawai will be providing firmware updates for other Kawai models to access the new SK-EX Competition Grand samples. According to Kawai's site, these samples are "exclusive", which might mean that are reserved solely for these new CA models. I guess we shall see in time!

@BensMusicDojo Жыл бұрын

That’s the top reason why I would never invest in a higher end furniture style piano. There should be options to update sounds and features built in to the more premium pianos. When I bought my Mac or iPhone, they are updated regularly, same thing for my guitar modeling hardware. I get new features and sounds all the time, plus access to community generated sounds. Buying a digital piano should come with at least three to five years of software support, and the cost should be based on the hardware that you’re buying. If someone goes out and buys the 10k digital, I would hope there would be an option to take it to a service center in ten years and have the computer/sound generation components updated to modern tech. You see on Facebook marketplace people trying to sell exorbitantly priced used digital pianos that they paid a premium for when they were new. Now they are boat anchors.

@zvelekva Жыл бұрын

@@BensMusicDojo Couldn't agree more. NV10S owners should be able to update to the new features. The piano itself should certainly support them. At least I think so - compared to the CA701 it's a far superior instrument. However, when it comes to the point you make about it not being worth it, with the NV10S it's kind of a unique case. It's literally the only digital/hybrid piano that seems to faithfully reproduce the acoustic grand experience through the speakers and (most importantly!) through the headphones. The Yamaha or any other companies "hybrid" (and all other "digital" pianos including Kawais), simply don't cut it if what you're looking for is a completely seamless transition from practicing on a hybrid/digital to performing on a good quality acoustic grand. I tried the Yamaha Avantgrands and got up after 30 seconds. The difference and particularly the lack of authenticity is glaring compared to the NV10S. Even real acoustic pianos, the ones with the same or similar NV10S optical sensor type of silent system simply don't work properly in the headphone mode. This is because in silent mode the hammer strike must be terminated before it hits the string, so they have to do some inventive regulating end result of which is a weird interrupted feeling to the action. The key doesn't quite plant naturally in the key bed. The headphones mode being the main reason most people buy these kinds of instruments instead of purely acoustic, it kind of defeats the point when it doesn't quite work properly. However, with the NV10S this problem is non existent as there are no strings to get in the way of the hammer completing it's full travel in the usual way, while at the same time not making a sound. Honestly it took me forever to settle in with the NV10S (no fault of the instrument, I just kept doing some silly things which were detrimental to the piano's functioning). Nonetheless, right now having had it for quite a few months I have to say that if what you need is a top notch grand piano, but your practice needs to be mostly silent it is indeed a truly revolutionary instrument and worth the money. Though I reserve the right to update my comment in case I change my mind:D Having said all that, this in no way absolves Kawai of needing to exercise what should be (and mostly is) standard practice for all consumer electronics, i.e. regular functionality and feature updates for at least 5 years after the products launch. If they don't do that I think it will be very detrimental to their image and possibly more costly than whatever extra revenue they hope to earn by essentially forcing people who wish to get the new SK EX L sample (having already payed a premium for their top product) to upgrade to a whole new instrument. I guess we'll see, but here's hoping they'll have the foresight and make a wise decision on this...

@Kontrabass66 7 ай бұрын

Please make a video for us showing your version of Walz for Debby, chords and all 🙏🙏

@MerriamPianos 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion! I will certainly pass it along to Stu and the production team. :)

@bevtooth Ай бұрын

I'm wonder if I can pair my Sony Bluetooth headphones up with this or do they have to be used with the jack?

@MerriamPianos Ай бұрын

Hi there! Unfortunately, wireless Bluetooth headphones are not a viable option with any digital piano due to the latency (delay) between hitting the keys and hearing the sound. You'd have to use the headphone jacks and a wired connection.

@fredricekermark 4 ай бұрын

Looking at this video for the 20th time. ;-o Really interested in this model. Was originally looking at the CN301 but looked further and found this, "the big brother" of the CN301 with a lot more whistles and bells. I see this model like a more "future proof" model, with more features. Great video, wish I could hear som pop tunes played, not only classical pieces. How about that Stu? I know you can do it! :-)

@MerriamPianos 4 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for tuning in! The CN301 is amazing in its own regard, but the CA701 is a meaningful step up in every aspect. You will love the authentic feel and tone it provides. I will pass along the feedback and request to Stu for you regarding featuring pop pieces! :)

@quiethumour9856 Жыл бұрын

Line out sounded very flat compared to the stereo microphones. The depth and immersion is ear opening from the pianist's perspective. Nice!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The 6-speaker array is quite impressive to say the least and a meaningful improvement from the CA79's speaker sound. It is even better in person from the player's perspective! :)

@mupbelchen010701 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos ...and compared to CA99? Is the sound of the 701 better or not as good as the CA99?

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

Merriam used to do a blended perspective: line out + stereo microphones. I don't know if they still leak some "line out" content with the stereo microphones creating ambience. This is a technique some professional recording engineers use in studios to add dimension to the sound. In his ES920 video, Stu said about the line out/stereo microphones, "We will make sure to tell you when they're being blended or when you're just hearing one or the other". However, they never showed the "blended" perspective...or was the "stereo microphones" actually a blended perspective? Don't know. In the ES920 video, the sound heard through the "stereo microphones" gave the impression of the keyboard being able to generate a sound on par with the line outs with a sense of space and dimension, which would be quite a feat for even audiophile speakers... Now, in real life, the ES920 sounds OK via its speakers, but not like what the sound on the video makes you believe. If you listen to other live recordings of the CA701 on KZfaq, you will see it sounds like most digital pianos: digital. It is never a bad idea to try a digital piano in person to see how well it lives up to the KZfaq video's expectations.

@vlb12345 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great video! I would be interested to know how this compares to the Casio-310 in terms of action. I am looking for a digital for additional practice of classical music, at times when I cannot play my acoustic piano. From reviews, it seems that Casio’s action is slightly better, but Kawai is superior in terms of sound samples and more user-friendly (touch screen etc). Then what about the calibration drift issue that many Kawai users complain about on piano forums? I would grateful for Merriam’s opinion and that of owners of these two models, Thank you!

@MerriamPianos 2 ай бұрын

Hi there! Thanks for writing in with your question! The GP310 and GP510's actions are a little heavier and more rigid than the CA701's GFIII. They are both top-tier actions, but offer a different feel that different players will gravitate towards. We have not encountered calibration drift issues with these new CA models. They have been incredibly reliable in our experiences and the feedback from customers is overwhelmingly positive, particularly in regard to the new CA701 and CA901 models. My recommendation would be to test out both pianos in person to see which model you resonate with more. :)

@vlb12345 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your reply ;)

@thehahahaha88 Жыл бұрын

Is the touchscreen UI still lagging like in ca79?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

They have seemed to make some meaningful refinements to the touchscreen interface, which makes it faster and more responsive. :)

@tsizzle Жыл бұрын

16:47 Very nice to hear Stu playing Beethoven’s Pathetique. 27:00 Would have preferred to also hear Stu go into Liszt mode and play Campanella as well… but I guess we can’t have it all. Lol 😂

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in! I will pass on the kind words and feedback to Stu for you! I'm sure you'll hear more of his classical chops soon enough in an upcoming video. ;)

@DivineSource444 Жыл бұрын

What kind of headphones would you recommend with the CA107?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi there! Virtually any set of high-quality headphones would be suitable, but, with that said, Kawai's SH-9 headphones were specifically designed and voiced for use with their SKEX sample sets. I personally find them to be an awesome choice for use with Kawai's digital pianos, including the CA701. :)

@DivineSource444 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thanks!

@andreabalsimelli7446 Ай бұрын

what do you think of the Kawai MP 11 SE and what are the most important differences with the Kawai 701? What do you suggest ?

@MerriamPianos Ай бұрын

The MP11SE is a remarkable instrument with a fantastic touch and tone. WIth that said, it is a completely different type of instrument than the CA701. The MP11SE is a stage piano, which does not have any built-in speakers. On the other hand, the CA701 has a very elaborate speaker system. The MP11SE is also a portable digital piano, whereas the CA701 is a console digital piano. While there some similarities in terms of the musical experience, the CA701 has a newer version of the Grand Feel action (GFIII) compared to the MP11SE (GFI).

@colleenkennealy3505 Жыл бұрын

When you encourage us to get a good pair of headphones to use with the piano, do you have a couple of choices to recommend?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent here! It depends on the piano you are using the headphones with as some headphones are specifically voiced to be used with specific frequency ranges. For instance, if you were playing a Kawai piano, I would recommend the Kawai SH-9 headphones as they've been voiced to be used specifically with Kawai's SK-EX samples. The Meze 99 Classics / Neos headphones are also another favourite of mine as an all-around versatile option. :)

@colleenkennealy3505 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos, thanks, Brent. A local (Minneapolis) store still has one Kawai CA59 left (at a nice discount to move it) that I am considering. Otherwise, I might get the Yamaha CLP-745 at another retailer. I'm a total beginner, so either piano would meet my needs. (I have a nice set of Bose wireless noise cancellation headphones, but apparently there's no capability to pair them with digital pianos, even if the piano has Bluetooth.) Someone elsewhere on KZfaq said people should consider spending more in the neighborhood of $300-$500 to get the full effect of modern digital pianos (though I'm not sure if any wider frequency range would be noticeable in either of the pianos I'm considering). I see the SH-9 offered for a more modest price of $120 (though a lot of the sellers are in the UK--should I be able to find the SH-9 in the US?) Should I be able to get the full effect of the SH-9 headphones and SK-EX samples on the CA59 or CA501? Or is that a reason to go for the CA701? 🙂

@mchannel100 10 ай бұрын

ORDERED STRAIGHT AWAY! it’s coming next week! So exited 🎉.. just is not clear How many layers of sample it has? Someone says 4-5-6. Don’t know who to believe 😂

@MerriamPianos 10 ай бұрын

Congrats! The Kawai CA701 is an incredible piano! The new CA models are a big step up sonically from their predecessors in my opinion. The new sample set and refined speaker system makes for a very enjoyably playing experience. I am not entirely sure as to the exact number of layers each sample has as Kawai does not share that info in their literature on the models. However, the samples are amazing and have incredible authenticity and fidelity. :)

@khai5555 9 ай бұрын

Hi, have you gotten the piano yet? How are you liking it?

@davidkelly1220 8 ай бұрын

Great video, but low volume sound vital for lot off us in this market, tinnitus ussue for me, hence rarely can play accustic pianos as it a trigger. I have a CA93 which i have to play very low, and try to avoid headphones, and if using again have to be very low, so low rendering i suggest will be extremly important upgrade for lot of us watching this, off course neighbours orther big reason😮.

@MerriamPianos 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I am sorry to hear that you struggle with tinnitus, but I am glad to hear that you have found a musical solution that allows you to enjoy playing piano. Thanks to pianos like the Kawai CA models, top quality playing experiences are now accessible in digital instruments. :)

@davidkelly1220 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for reply, and Yes defo lucky

@elorengle Жыл бұрын

Which one do you prefer to play on, ca99 or ca701?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi! Brent here! I am not sure what Stu's take is on that question, but, for me, that is a difficult one. The CA99 and CA901's soundboard system leads to a wonderful, authentic tone with depth and nuance that is difficult to find in a digital instrument. With that said, the new sample set and speaker system of the CA701 is quite spectacular. The tone is extremely refined. Due to my inability to decide between these two options, I am going to have to say the CA901 would be me top choice, as it is the best of both worlds! ;)

@tenonakin9237 Жыл бұрын

I've heard there were a lot of problems with the touchscreen of the CA79/99. Are those problems solved in the new models? I would prefer having the option of buying this instrument with old fashioned (MP11 style) buttons above the piano keys in combination with a large enough LCD screen. I'm also not so sure about the longevity of the touchscreen. Is it something that would be easily replacable when it dies after the warranty period? Thanks!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

I think the major complaints with the older touchscreens on the CA79 and CA99 models were the glare on the screen and the lag in the navigation. With that said, it seems that both of those issues have been resolved with the new and improved touchscreen display. Personally, I have never come across any issues with the CA79 and CA99 display screens failing, so I think they are able to provide adequate longevity. :)

@tenonakin9237 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thanks and greetings from Amsterdam !

@namakudamono Жыл бұрын

When the CA901/CA701 were announced, Kawai released an update for the CA99/CA79 that implements many of the UI improvements from the latest models.

@lennwel Жыл бұрын

Basically it would be still a good choice to get a CA79, on sale for example?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The CA79 and CA99 models are still incredible digital pianos that offer the same amazing GFIII action featured in the CA701 and CA901 models. For those not particularly concerned about having the latest and greatest model, a CA79 and CA99 might be an excellent value buy right now. :)

@JoeLinux2000 Жыл бұрын

You can always drop back. Even these new pianos will be obsolete next year.

@laurachequer2281 7 ай бұрын

Hello! I love this videos thanks a lot. I am a Professional musician, looking for a digital piano that feels like an acoustic in muy fingers, cause I have the Piaggero np32 but I miss mi Mom's Acoustic piano. Is this piano better than the Yamaha YDP 184? I would appreciate your explanation for this please, there is enormous world of options in this piano world...Thanks a lot!! 💛

@MerriamPianos 7 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for the kind words and question! It comes down to a matter of personal preference of course. For me, the CA701 and CA901 are total homeruns. I prefer the touch and tone in comparison to the equivalent Yamaha models. However, it is a subjective and personal decision that every player has to make for themselves. In any case, the CA701 or YDP184 would be a meaningful step up from the NP32. We always recommend to demo pianos at the showroom when possible to see which piano you connect with the most. :)

@laurachequer2281 7 ай бұрын

Asome recomendación thank a lot, especially for the fast responde!. Where is your store located? I live in Mexico near Tijuana. @@MerriamPianos

@laurachequer2281 7 ай бұрын

What do you think about this other digital piano, I have never hear of it: Williams Symphony Grand II Digital Micro Grand Piano With Bench White 88 Key Do you think is better comparing all of the digital pianos you just recommended me? Thanks in advance, I need keys that feel as real as an acoustic piano or as close... and a great sound @@MerriamPianos

@robintyson591 Жыл бұрын

AHA! Your explanation at 07:21 makes so much sense. That's why, on my CN29, I can only play the SK-EX - all the other 'piano' sounds are (to my ears) rubbish. But I must say - I LOVE the new SK-EX competition rendering - very nice. Debby will be waltzing to that!

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

I wholeheartedly agree! The new SK-EX Competition Grand sounds are fantastic! A very welcome addition to the SK-EX Concert Grand samples! :)

@tatiananass9872 Жыл бұрын

which is better in your opinion - Kawai NV5S or Kawai NV10S or this one (Kawai CA701).

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

While the CA701 and CA901 models are amazing digital pianos, the acoustic piano Millennium III Hybrid actions of the NV5S and NV10S are still far superior in my opinion, which is reflected in their price points. Thanks and hope this helps! :)

@tatiananass9872 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thank you so much!! Yes, it helps a lot. I have ordered NV5s and I guess I was double guessing myself lol.

@Jhairuma88 3 ай бұрын

Do you prefer the Ca 501 or 701? For the quality and price relation?

@MerriamPianos 3 ай бұрын

Hi! Brent here! That is a very personal decision of course, but, for me, the CA701 is one of the best cost-to-value ratios in Kawai's entire digital piano lineup. :)

@snowanneshine1195 11 ай бұрын

I have this 701. Some keys sound come with click like sound. When the volume is zero, no click like sound.

@MerriamPianos 11 ай бұрын

That is very strange. I have not heard of this issue or experienced it with the CA701 yet. I would advise talking to your dealer to see if a tech could assess the instrument and help troubleshoot.

@olga6567 9 ай бұрын

I have also a 701 with the same issue! Clicking of some keys...:( Have you found any solution?

@actie-reactie Жыл бұрын

Question....hope you can help me out...I love my mp11se....great feel but a problem with stickey keys....thinking about the ca701...how is the action compared to the mp11se.? Is it comparible?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The CA701's GFIII action is a more recent update/version of the MP11SE's GFI action. It has a longer pivot length and better tracking of performance and expressive nuances in my opinion. :)

@actie-reactie Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos thank you for teaction, but I forgot to ask the main question,..... is the action much lighter than the mp11se? I also own a kawai es 520, and that action is compared to the mp11se very light.

@abath07 Жыл бұрын

Is that an improvisation at 4:11 ?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

I would have to check in with Stu on that, but it is very likely an improvisation! ;)

@onetmaster Ай бұрын

Hi, I'm looking for subjective opinions that compare this (CA701) with the Roland's LX-5. Can someone share some thoughts?

@MerriamPianos Ай бұрын

Hi there! I would say that the LX6 is a more appropriate point of comparison to the CA701 based on the action. The CA701 has a very warm sound and a slightly less heavy and less stiff action compared to the LX series instruments. These are both incredible piano lines. They simply offer different things musically. The decision ultimately comes down to one's musical preferences. Some people prefer a warm tone over a bright tone. And some people prefer a heavier touch over a lighter touch.

@george0t Жыл бұрын

I would also like to know if these new models still feel a lot more like playing an acoustic upright rather than a grand, which is an observation Stu has shared about the CA79 and CA99.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi George! Brent from Merriam Music here! The CA701 and CA901 still use the same Grand Feel III action that the CA79 and CA99, so, from that perspective, the feel is not significantly different. However, in my experiences, there does seem to be a slight difference in feel that gives the CA701 and CA901's GFIII action a bit more solidity. :)

@george0t Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos I think he said it was a combination of the action and the sound that gave them that feel, as opposed to, say, the Casio GP-510 which has a more grand-like feel. Maybe he can comment on that when he reviews the CA901.

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

One of the advantages of digital pianos is the ability to shape the sound to mimic other piano sounds. This is done mainly via an advanced parametric equalizer and access to the touch curve, more than any other parameter. Those two parameters alone probably account for 90% of the results you can get. I have a Yamaha DGX-670 with the CFX sound, but I can match the sound profile of the CA701 and its SK-EX Concert or Competition. I am using 3 different sets of speakers to do cross reference: one set has 3" woofers, the other 5" woofers, and then 6.5" woofers (studio monitors). One thing that is surprising is that the Kawai SK-EX pianos are actually quite bright compared to the default CFX. Even though acoustic Kawai pianos have the reputation of being warm, their digital piano samples, especially the latest models, have quite a bright sample with an aggressive touch curve. If you compare the sound of the CA701 with some Casio or Roland pianos, you will notice this. You can even use Stu's own videos and you will hear how muffled the Casio PX-S1100 default piano sample sounds compared to the CA701. To be more specific, in the DGX-670, I have to bring the Touch Offset and Touch Depth from their default value of 64 to about 70 in both (which is quite aggressive) and then increase the brightness to +4 dB at 7 kHz, decrease the attack of the midrange at 700 Hz by 2 dB. That will significantly change the sound profile of the default CFX sample and get it closer to the SK-EX Rendering. Unlike the P-125 or Yamaha YDP models, the DGX-670 is much more advanced in terms of its tone generator, it is really a workstation. You can do a lot of things in it, provided you know how to use it. Workstations are very flexible, so you get a lot out of them. The DGX-670 has advanced Touch Curve settings that many other Yamaha digital pianos don't have. In addition, it has a 5-band parametric equalizer that allows you to change the frequency on each band, plus the ability to control the "Q" (bandwidth of the equalization). It also has lots of Reverb options. There are many more parameters to tweak, but those 3 are the most important. And that, coupled with a high quality piano sample that seems to come from the previous CVP series, allows you to dial in a sound that matches the sound of advanced digital pianos such as the CA701. This is one of the reasons I am no longer interested in upgrading my digital piano. The other two components would be: the action, and the delivery of the sound (speakers). All these digital pianos have speaker systems that are simple in principle and can be imitated to a satisfying degree by creating an arrangement of speakers around a slab piano. In the end, if you look at a CA701, it basically has two woofers in a box facing down, two full range speakers facing up, and two tweeters facing you. That is not something impossible to imitate at home by creating a sort of rectangular speaker array with 4 small studio monitor speakers or even some very cheap active speakers mounted on custom-made shelves. The last part is the action. If you are such an advanced player that requires an advanced action, then you will have to get a digital piano with an advanced action. There is no way around it. I imagine that would be a small percent of people. So, my point is: some entry-level digital pianos are equipped with a high quality piano sample and advanced functions that allow you to shape the default sample so much that you can basically get the same piano sound found in advanced digital pianos.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for writing in and sharing your thoughts! There is definitely some truth to the notion that, with some workstation digital pianos, the range of sonic flexibility is quite wide, which means that, when in the right hands, can be leveraged to imitate other piano sounds quite convincingly. Of course, as you've mentioned, the action is the invariable component of a digital piano, so, for customers and players that are very concerned about the touch, they may need to make the greater investment into a higher-end digital piano. Like the piano sound, the speaker system is also variable in that you can always use external speakers and amplification. With that said, depending on the quality and number of speakers, that could potentially lead to a situation where the more cost-effective solution is still to move to a higher-end digital piano with a more sophisticated and powerful speaker system. In either case, the great thing about digital pianos is the flexibility they offer! The options are limitless. :)

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thank you for your feedback! You are right about the benefit of some higher-end digital pianos being a more cost-effective solution than purchasing many separate parts, particularly if they are also expensive on their own. Models like the CA701 or CLP-775 are probably the sweet spot, as they are relatively affordable and represent great value :)

@user-xxxxxn 11 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos the ca 701 plays exactly the same as my uncle's steinway d 274....... i don't feel any difference. I play the piano for over 45 years.

@Maria-og2lu Жыл бұрын

Great review. Is it just me or does Stu look and sound a bit like Ed Norton...? Lol

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in! You're not the first to suggest that. ;)

@KennethHensel Жыл бұрын

How does this piano compare to the Yamaha CLP 785?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi there! We will do our best to feature the CA701 in upcoming comparison videos and will try to tackle a comparison with the CLP785. The CLP785 and CA701 both belong to the same tier/price category. However, they have a very different touch and tone as both companies have a different approach to their actions and use their own acoustic concert grands to generate their proprietary samples. It ultimately comes down to a matter of music preference. :)

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

The CLP-785 is more aligned to the CA901, and the CLP-775 to the CA701. The main difference between the CLP-775 and CLP-785 is the same as between the CA701 and CA901: an upgraded speaker system. At least here in the US, the street prices for the CLP-775 and CA701 are almost identical (around $5,000), and the same can be said about the prices of the CLP-785 and CA901 (around $6,400). Yamaha has an extra model in this category, which is the CLP-795GP (baby grand). Kawai uses a wooden resonator (referred to as a "soundboard") that mainly produces the bass frequencies in the CA901, whereas Yamaha uses a very large speaker box on the bottom facing forward towards the player (Kawai wooden resonator faces the wall). Since they represent the best digital pianos from each company, it comes down to personal choice. In piano forums, it seems that it comes down to personal preference, as Merriam said.

@KennethHensel Жыл бұрын

@@Instrumental-Covers Thank you for the info. Much appreciated. I do notice in some setup videos that the CA701 is made mostly of particle board. Are the higher end models made mostly of particle board too, or are they higher-end materials? Thanks in advance.

@Instrumental-Covers Жыл бұрын

@@KennethHensel My pleasure. There is a link I could give you, so you can see a Kawai Novus NV10 disassembled, but this channel automatically deletes external links. But you can do a Google search under the title "Replacing the atrocious sound system on a $12,000 digital piano" to find the link. It exposes a top-of-the-range Kawai NV10... if you pay attention to the parts that are not covered with the polyester high gloss ebony finish, you can tell it is pretty much a double layer of a thin particle board casing inside covered by plywood outside. Once you apply the high gloss ebony finish, things look pretty. The design is very simple: you put a baby grand piano action inside a box, with the top lid holding 4 speakers without any dedicated speaker box, and the woofer on the bottom has no dedicated box either, and shares the electronics. However, I think it is nicely put together and it does the job very well. The Yamaha AvantGrand N3X is more robust, and features inside the main exterior case a very large particle board box that holds 12 speakers (this box is separated from the case, and the electronics are located between this box and where the keybed ends. I used to have links, but I can't find them). By the way, since you inquired about the CLP-785, there is also a link to see a CLP-685 disassembled, but it is in Chinese. You can see pictures of a Yamaha CLP-685 disassembled by entering in a search engine the following: "YAMAHA 雅马哈 CLP-685 电钢琴开箱拆机".

@Pissarrio Жыл бұрын

What headphone do you recommend?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

It depends on the piano really! For the Kawai pianos, I am a fan of Kawai's SH-9 headphones. They are specially voiced to optimize the sonic experience of Kawai's SK-EX samples. :)

@Bigbillsguy3 Жыл бұрын

What is that nice song at 4:12? I thought it was very beautiful Stu.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

I would have to check with Stu as to what piece he is playing there! But, I do agree that it is quite beautiful! :)

@Bigbillsguy3 Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos thank you for the reply.If you find out, please let me know!

@waleedsoliman887 Жыл бұрын

Kawai is very confusing so this is an upgrade to the CA-79 and the CA-901 is the new CA-99?

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Yes, that is correct! I suppose the new naming convention stems out of the fact that they were on the number "9" as the last digit, so there wasn't anywhere else higher to go within the constraints of the same naming convention.

@jonathanmvkhai 11 ай бұрын

Midi In & Out is missing. Is it a demerit?

@MerriamPianos 11 ай бұрын

The CA701 does not have a standard MIDI IN and MIDI OUT connector. However, it does offer USB MIDI and Bluetooth MIDI. This seems to be the trend with newer digital piano models. Company's are focusing more on wireless and USB connectivity in favour of 5-pin MIDI connectors.

@masonjahncke7844 5 ай бұрын

That's sad since you can use this incredible piano action to control multiple gear through 5-pin midi

@JhonRamez Жыл бұрын

Hi. How much US dollars is this piano? Thank you.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi there! The USD MSRP is $6,899.00 for the CA701. With that said, retail prices will vary from market to market and region to region. :)

@billligon4005 Ай бұрын

I hear on YT that you can tune your digital piano to 432 instead of 440 which the paino sound more like a acoustic piano. Anyone?

@MerriamPianos Ай бұрын

Yup! That is correct. Many models have the ability to adjust the master tuning. :)

@SiaFAval Жыл бұрын

I thought you were trying to sing a rap song at the beginning. 😄

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Stu is a man of many talents! ;)

@JoeLinux2000 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with what you are saying about the action. A shortcoming of the Yamaha DGX is a short pivot length action which forces you to play out towards the front edge of the key which is not always the most natural thing to do. The CA701 is a very nice sounding instrument. I really like the sound of the Competition Grand. The Beethoven is too bright. His music works better on somewhat inferior pianos.

@yt.vanced7334 Жыл бұрын

I agree. This causes a lot of injuries.

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

It is a very nuanced thing of course, but I think many discerning players can relate. The CA701 is an impressive instrument. Many people are falling in love with the new SK-EX Competition Grand sounds! :)

@winterheat Жыл бұрын

if you think DGX has an issue, then the Casio PX-S7000 or 6000 should have more of an issue... but my experience is weird: I tried the PX-S7000 in a store and found it not possible to play soft, and "into the key", and GP-310 has no issue. (even DGX-670 has no issue). But I see so many people demo'ing the PX-S7000 with no problem playing softly into the key... so it is a bit weird the experience is different from what I see on KZfaq

@JoeLinux2000 Жыл бұрын

@@winterheat It has a lot to do with the particular music you are playing. The only piece that really bothers me is the Scrabin Prelude for the left hand only. It has some big stretches and the left hand is pretty high up on the keyboard which makes it more awkward. Another issue may be the heaviness of the player. Stu is a great player, but he's also a banger with a rather heavy touch. He complains about his fingers becoming sore. Other than that very little bothers him. I've never played the new Casios, so I don't know, but Cateen has one, and very few play as well as he does.

@winterheat Жыл бұрын

@@JoeLinux2000 the problem I have with PX-S7000 is for Moonlight Sonata First Movement. I play it softly, so I cannot play it softly and into the key on PX-S7000. I have no problem on GP-310, FP-90X, DGX670, FP-30X, CA701 or acoustic SK-EX Grand, but I only have problem with PX-S7000 (and also CT-S1). Maybe some people I see on KZfaq use stronger force to press on the keys so I am not sure

@chenbencalipha3149 8 ай бұрын

Perfect Piano.. why is there only 1 year of warranty tho? Roland gives 10 years for their LX 705 🧐🧐

@MerriamPianos 8 ай бұрын

In Canada, the CA series instruments come with a 5 year parts and labour warranty. The warranty terms and durations may differ from market to market.

@chenbencalipha3149 8 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Yeah, found it in Kawai's website. Well where i come from Kawai digital pianos get one year of warranty. 😪

@alexflare5214 Жыл бұрын

Why kawai there isn t Midi In Out professional? The midi usb have much noise for use with Pc Daw this is problem, this is reason for not buy this model, is not possibile with 3600$ and it is without a Midi traditional professional.... For a digital piano it is very wrong... Think kawai, upgrade model

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Hi Alex! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for tuning in and sharing your thoughts! I know the lack of MIDI IN/OUT connections will be frustrating for some users depending on the context in which they are using the piano. With that said, many console style digital pianos like the CA701 are intended for personal practice and home-use in which the user will be primarily using the built-in sounds and features. With that said, thankfully, there are a lot of models on the market to choose from, which makes it easier to find a piano that offers all the features you require for your specific needs.

@user-xxxxxn 11 ай бұрын

the 701 has no silver lid..........

@MerriamPianos 11 ай бұрын

I'm not sure what you are referring to. The key cover is matched to the finish of the piano.

@user-xxxxxn 11 ай бұрын

@@MerriamPianos i think i was confused ;)

@musicisitall Ай бұрын

it stays digital.

@MerriamPianos Ай бұрын

The CA701 is an excellent piano! It is certainly one of the top digital pianos out there on the market right now. :)

@verymozart Жыл бұрын

I tried then in a showroom the Kawai CA 99/701/901. The sound is not bad, but the action is quite unsubstantial, the touch isn't firm. Especially the 701/901 are unrealistically light. Too lighter and different than acoustic grand pianos. If you study advanced classical music on these models only, you may really struggle to play it on acoustic grand pianos. It's not fair to say they have a similar acoustic action. It's not true. I even played a Novus 10, which has a nice sound but still a very light touch for such an expensive and hybrid piano. Kawai is disappointing. If you need to study seriously advanced classical music and can play on a digital piano only I suggest to avoid these Kawai models

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in and sharing your thoughts and experiences with these various models. At the end of the day, touch preferences are very personal. What is ideal for one player will not be ideal for another. With that said, the most important thing is to find a touch and tone that you personally connect with. :)

@verymozart Жыл бұрын

@@MerriamPianos Thank you for your reply. Ok it's personal preference. But the weight and grading is objective. It's not about just how you connect with the action of the digital piano, it's rather about how much it affects your playing on the real thing, on the acoustic grand pianos. And the Grand Feel 3, as I wrote above especially the successors CA 701/901, is factually very light and not really firm. The 701 was the model I was going to purchase before trying it . So far and within my budget the action touch that I find to be the best, or the least worse, is the CASIO GP510. You feel it is not yet the real thing, but it's closer to it, It has got a firm touch, and much more realistic than those Kawai toy models. Which I think it is not very fair not to mention about their lightness. Also because you're a great reviewer and nice panist. It would be more appropriate for whom you are to add a bit more honesty about the lightness of the GF3 Action of these Kawai models (even lighter than their predecessors)

@user-xxxxxn 11 ай бұрын

I do not agree. It has to to with good and regulation. And your personal touche. A good pianist can play on every piano and will adapt itself directly to the touche of the piano he is playing on. Has something to do with craftmanship of a pianist.

@verymozart 11 ай бұрын

@@user-xxxxxn nor really, that's a statement a bit incompetent. The weight and its grading of the key action of digital piano, is objective element. It's not about being able to play a piano. When digital are too light, especially when you study advanced classical music, You might have problems performing the same on acoustic grand pianos. If you practice on light digital pianos only , you weaken the mussels of your hands, as on light actions you don't exercise all of them properly, and it's much more easy to play.

@user-xxxxxn 11 ай бұрын

Again , you can regulate a steinway at 30 grams.. so you are not right. has to do with te quality of the technician and light hammers... ny steinway hammers are very light. ..... so no it's not unrealistic light. it depends on the acoustic equivalent you have

@keithcitizen4855 Жыл бұрын

Doesn't seem to anything better or different than previous

@MerriamPianos Жыл бұрын

The new SK-EX Competition Grand samples are fantastic and a meaningful update. That sample set alone gives the CA701 quite the edge over the CA79 in my opinion. :)