Kawai CA 701 EP Digital Piano Polished Black

Be Captivated by Its Sound, Stunning Design, and Versatile Features!

The CA 701 offers the leading Grand Feel III wooden keyboard along with new SK-EX Competition Grand Piano sounds, which deliver more detail and a fuller, rounder tone thanks to an improved multi-channel SK-EX Rendering Sound Engine. This new version of the flagship Shigeru Kawai pianos uses entirely new samples recorded specifically from the player’s position, impressing with tonal clarity, high definition, and a full attack sound.

Grand Feel III Keyboard with Real Wood Keys, Touch Point Simulation, and Ebony & Ivory Touch Surfaces

The CA701 features the Grand Feel III mechanism with wooden keys, providing an exceptionally realistic playing experience. The key length of the Grand Feel III keyboard (from the key front edge to the balance rail pin) is longer than any other digital piano keyboard. All eighty-eight black and white keys are crafted entirely from long wooden parts. Like an acoustic grand, each key moves smoothly on a balance rail. When a key is struck, a weighted hammer moves upward just like the original. Additionally, the triple sensor system ensures optimal repetition and playing control.

The graded weighted hammers evoke a true grand piano feel. Furthermore, weights are embedded in the front section of each Grand Feel III key to achieve an even better balance between pronounced fortissimo and fatigue-free playing with perfect control in pianissimo. The Grand Feel III keyboard also features touch point simulation, ensuring perfect control during pianissimo playing. All 88 keys are coated with ivory-like surfaces (Ebony & Ivory Touch), giving players a secure grip and excellent playing control.

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX Competition Grand and SK-EX Concert Grand Concert Grand Pianos Reproduced with the Latest SK-EX Rendering Sound Technology

The beautiful sound of the Kawai SK-EX Concert Grand is the heart of the new CA701. It is now available in two versions: as the SK-EX Concert Grand, like its predecessor, and newly as the SK-EX COMPETITION GRAND.

The new SK-EX COMPETITION GRAND sound was meticulously sampled from a next-generation SK-EX concert grand piano selected for international competitions. Multiple microphone positions captured the nuances of this special grand, resulting in a more powerful tone and greater dynamic range. The mixing of the microphone positions is focused on the player’s position, unlike the SK-EX Concert Grand, which sounds more like from the audience’s perspective.

To reproduce the impressive sound of the Shigeru grands as naturally as possible, Kawai further developed the SK-EX Rendering sound engine, featuring high-resolution multi-channel sampling of all 88 keys combined with the latest resonance modeling technology. The multi-channel sampling captures sound from several positions on the Shigeru Kawai concert grand, reproducing a broader spectrum of tonal characteristics and enabling more lively, authentic tonal changes during dynamic playing. This natural and expressive sound is further enriched by physical modeling using newly developed resonance algorithms. The complex overall sound, composed of strings, pedals, and many other parts of an acoustic concert grand, gives the player the sensation of sitting in front of a real instrument.

6 Speakers with 360° Diffusers

Alongside hi-end audio signal paths, digital 110-watt amplifiers, and a high-quality headphone amplifier, the CA701 is equipped with 6 speakers and 360-degree diffusers for the upward-facing speakers. These specially developed components create a sound experience that distributes natural sound throughout the room, allowing listeners to hear just as the player does without any loss in quality.

Alternative Acoustic Piano Sounds and a Wide Selection of Additional Voices

Besides the new SK-EX Rendering sound engine, the CA701 also features the popular Harmonic Imaging XL technology. This includes alternative acoustic piano sounds and a large selection of additional voices. For example, you’ll find the distinctive sound of the Kawai EX concert grand. The sounds of the mid-sized Shigeru Kawai SK-5 grand and the acoustic Kawai K-60 piano give players the chance to explore different tonal characters from various grand sizes or an acoustic piano.

In addition to acoustic piano sounds, the CA701 offers an extensive range of new voices, such as electric pianos, drawbar or church organs, strings, and choir sounds, enabling musicians to play a wide variety of genres. The Dual mode allows simultaneous playing of two different sounds (e.g., grand and strings) layered on the keyboard, while the Split and Four-Hand modes divide the keyboard into left and right zones.

Customize the Sound Character to Your Liking with the Virtual Piano Artisan (VPA)

The integrated Virtual Piano Artisan function in the CA701 lets you easily modify the character of the selected acoustic piano, harpsichord, or electric piano sound via the display. You can adjust the intensity of string, damper, and cabinet resonances, as well as the noise of the falling hammers. You can even change the pitch and volume of individual notes and save your settings to a favorite slot.

Touchscreen Operation

The CA701 features a 5" touchscreen with an anti-glare surface. All functions are easy to operate. Additionally, you can control the CA701 via the PianoRemote app available for Android and iOS, which essentially mirrors the internal system. The display can completely turn off when inactive, minimizing distractions while playing.

Bluetooth Audio/MIDI

In addition to the USB-to-host port, the CA701 is equipped with Bluetooth® MIDI 5.0 technology, enabling wireless communication with smart devices (e.g., smartphones or tablets). This allows you to comfortably use a wide range of music-related apps such as the Kawai PianoRemote app or the PiaBookPlayer app with your CA701 digital piano. Or simply use the Bluetooth® Audio 5.1 interface. Connect your smartphone to the CA701 and enjoy all your music directly through the CA701’s speaker system. This is especially recommended for play-along or listening to tutorial videos.

USB to Device Functionality with MP3/WAV Recording and Playback

The CA701 is equipped with USB ports that not only allow MIDI data exchange with a connected computer but also enable you to save data directly to a USB storage device. You can also play songs from your favorite artists in MP3 or WAV format. Additionally, you can record your own playing in MP3 or WAV format and, for example, email it to friends, listen on a smartphone or PC, or burn it to a CD on your PC.

Design and Ergonomics

The CA701 impresses not only with its many internal features but also with its new modern design, making it a highlight in any room. High-quality components combined with a sophisticated appearance make the CA701 stand out. Ergonomics have also been improved: the pedal position is shifted further back for better playing comfort. The music rest includes fold-out pins to prevent sheet music from slipping.

Bring the Exceptionally Realistic Playing Feel Home!