Kawai ATX4 Anytime K-300 WH/P SL Piano White High Gloss Set

Anytime!

The impact of the hammers on the strings sets them and the soundboard into vibration. This releases the warm, natural, and unmistakable sound of an acoustic piano.
On an excellent piano, pianists play with spontaneity and passion. However, this enthusiastic expression is not always welcome. There are always situations and environments where piano playing is perceived as disturbing. For example, when children practice scales while other family members want to watch TV quietly. Even playing a gentle Chopin prelude can - after a certain time - bother some neighbors.

The AnyTimeX4 models are equipped with a mute function for the acoustic part of the piano and high-quality digital piano technology. This allows pianists to enjoy the playing feel of a traditional piano anytime and use headphones to avoid disturbing anyone. The AnyTimeX4 models come with the Kawai SH-9 headphones, specially tuned to the instrument’s integrated sound generation.

Millennium III Keyboard

In 1971, KAWAI revolutionized piano manufacturing by using ABS material in the piano action. The advantages of this stable, smooth, and durable material over wood are obvious: no breakage under continuous heavy use and no shrinking or expanding due to climate changes. The introduction of ABS action parts is an example of outstanding development in modern piano building, widely recognized by pianists and piano technicians worldwide. In 2006, KAWAI introduced the Millennium III Upright Action keyboard to address the three most important elements for pianists: speed, touch control, and required force. The use of the even more stable ABS Carbon material enabled the development of lighter action parts. Repetition capability and touch control were significantly improved.

The Sound of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX Concert Grand, Reproduced with the Latest SK-EX Rendering Sound Technology

When the acoustic components are muted, the KAWAI AnyTimeX4 pianos use a unique digital technology developed at the Shigeru Kawai R&D lab in Ryuyo, Japan, where the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grands are handcrafted. The beautiful sound of the Kawai SK-EX concert grand is the heart of the new AnyTimeX4 pianos. The globally respected Shigeru Kawai models are prized for their tonal clarity and are regularly featured on stages of concert halls and music institutions. To reproduce the impressive sound of the Shigeru grand as naturally as possible, Kawai developed the new 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 includes sounds recorded from multiple positions on the Shigeru Kawai concert grand, reproducing a broader spectrum of tonal characteristics and enabling more vivid, authentic sound variations during dynamic playing. This natural and expressive sound is further enriched by physical modeling using newly developed resonance algorithms.

IHSS Sensor System

The volume of each note on an acoustic piano depends on the speed at which the hammers strike the strings. A gentle keystroke causes a slow hammer movement and produces a low volume. A fast keystroke causes a quick hammer movement, resulting in a high volume. The AnyTimeX4 instruments precisely reproduce this behavior through integrated sensors in the piano action that detect the movement of each hammer accurately. Whether playing fast passages with repeated notes or slow, quiet pieces, KAWAI’s Integrated Hammer Sensing System (IHSS) provides pianists with top-tier expressive possibilities, allowing for the finest nuances in playing. IHSS works much more precisely than key sensor techniques.

Bluetooth MIDI and Bluetooth Audio

In addition to MIDI ports for connecting to other MIDI devices, the AnyTimeX4 piano is equipped with Bluetooth MIDI and Bluetooth Audio technology, enabling wireless communication with supported smart devices (e.g., smartphones or tablets). Once paired with a smartphone, tablet, or other smart device, the AnyTimeX4 owner can comfortably use a wide range of music-related apps with the instrument or wirelessly play audio files stored on the paired device through headphones connected to the AnyTimeX4 piano.

Connections

Two headphone jacks are easily accessible on the front below the keyboard. Additional connection options such as USB to Device, USB to Host, and audio product inputs are also available. Wireless connections via Bluetooth (MIDI LE and Audio) with supported smart devices are possible as well.

PianoRemote App - Digital Convenience

To use all functions and sounds, download the "PianoRemote" app from the Android Google Play Store or Apple App Store. The app allows you to control features such as transposition, tuning, metronome, Virtual Technician, Dual/Split, and of course sound selection. A large number of high-quality sounds are available, covering a wide range of styles. You can also easily record songs and share them using your smart device’s share function.

Extensive Sound Selection

Besides the new SK-EX Rendering sound engine, the AnytimeX4 models also feature the popular Harmonic Imaging XL technology. This includes alternative acoustic piano sounds and a large selection of additional tones. For example, the special sound of the Kawai EX concert grand, which—along with other grands—is often chosen internationally by professional pianists for events like the Chopin, Tchaikovsky, or Rubinstein piano competitions. The sounds of the mid-sized Shigeru Kawai grand SK-5 and the acoustic Kawai piano K-60 give players the chance to explore different tonal characteristics of various grand sizes or an acoustic piano. In addition to acoustic piano sounds, the AnytimeX4 series offers a broad range of other sounds such as electric pianos, drawbar or church organ, strings, and choir tones, allowing musicians to play a diverse array of genres. The Dual mode lets you play two different sounds simultaneously (e.g., grand and strings) across the keyboard, while the Split or Four-Hand mode divides the keyboard into left and right zones.

Customize the Sound Character to Your Preferences

The Virtual Technician feature integrated in the PianoRemote app lets you easily adjust the sound character of the selected acoustic piano, harpsichord, or electric piano sound via the display. You can, for example, adjust the intensity of string, damper, and cabinet resonances or the noise of the returning hammers. You can even change the pitch and volume of individual notes and save your settings.

Lesson Function

The Lesson function in the AnytimeX4 series enables aspiring pianists to practice many well-known pieces from piano lessons by Czerny, Burgmüller, Beyer, Bach, and Chopin, which are stored in the instruments. Additionally, the Lesson function includes a total of 40 traditional finger exercises, scales, and warm-ups. Sheet music for the mentioned pieces is included.

Energy Saving

The AnytimeX4 models feature an automatic shut-off function. The instruments turn off after a certain period of inactivity.

Comfortable and Stable Piano Bench

This piano bench offers high-quality features alongside its elegant look, such as sturdy legs with non-slip rubber feet, a smooth, precise spindle mechanism for height adjustment, and a durable, comfortable seat covered in corduroy. The sophisticated spindle mechanism with a double scissor system guarantees smooth and extremely durable height adjustment. Small details like rubber stoppers between the base frame and support frame clearly distinguish this beautiful piano bench from others in this price range.

Piano Method Book

The instrument introduces beginners to the piano in a playful, relaxed way. Starting with familiar, simple melodies up to playing complete songs with both hands, it also imparts theoretical knowledge such as reading notes, rhythm, dynamics, and more alongside the exercises. The simple exercises ensure quick learning success.

The ANYTIME pianos - high quality, with all the advantages of a digital piano!