Realistic touch, natural motion: Responsive Hammer Compact keyboard action

The KDP70’s brand new Responsive Hammer Compact keyboard action has been specially developed to allow instruments to reproduce the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano.  Based on the highly-regarded RH action design, its spring-less technology and sturdy construction delivers consistent upward and downward motion for a smooth, natural, and highly authentic piano playing experience.

The KDP70 digital piano captures the beautiful sound of Kawai’s highly acclaimed concert grand piano, with all 88 keys of this exceptional instrument meticulously recorded, analysed and faithfully reproduced using advanced Harmonic Imaging technology.

Recording each key individually in this way, preserves the rich harmonic character of the EX concert grand piano, and guarantees that the sound heard when playing any one of the KDP70’s weighted keys is a faithful representation of the original acoustic source.

The Sound of a Grand Piano: Kawai EX concert grand

The Kawai EX concert grand piano is widely regarded by professional pianists and piano technicians as one of the finest instruments within its class. Hand-built by Master Piano Artisans at the Shigeru Kawai Piano Research Laboratory in Ryuyo, Japan, each EX instrument undergoes a meticulous regulation and refinement process within a specially designed anechoic chamber. 

Following this lengthy crafting period, the completed EX concert grand piano receives a final series of rigorous quality inspections, before eventually taking centre stage in the world’s most prestigious musical institutions and concert halls.

Harmonic Imaging technology

When playing a fine piano, the amount of pressure applied to the keyboard affects not only the volume of the sound produced, but also the unique tonal character of each note.  Therefore, in order to construct a realistic acoustic portrait of the EX concert grand piano, not only is each key recorded individually, but also at various different volumes, ranging from gentle pianissimo to thunderous fortissimo. The KDP70 offers a highly detailed acoustic portrait, employing Kawai’s proprietary Harmonic Imaging sampling technology to ensure smooth tonal transitions across the keyboard and throughout the entire dynamic range.

Reverbs, noises, & resonances

Additional reverberation effects that simulate the acoustic environment of a recital room, live stage, or concert hall are also applied, with settings to adjust voicing, sympathetic resonance, and other acoustic characteristics. The result is a rich, vibrant piano tone that delivers breathtaking realism and authenticity.

The KDP70 includes a variety of digital functions to complement its rich grand piano sounds and authentic keyboard action. A selection of different instrument voices, built-in lesson songs, and the ability to record and playback performances are just some of the features

accessible from the cheek-block control panel.

The built-in lesson function includes classical Burgmüller and Czerny etudes, and popular Alfred songs, while the adjustable metronome and song recorder are also invaluable tools for aspiring pianists. An assortment of additional instrumental voices, combined with the Dual playing mode adds greater variety to players’ performances, while the special Four Hands mode divides the keyboard into two independent sections, allowing teacher and student to practise and play together using a single instrument.

Built-in Lesson function

The KDP70’s convenient lesson function allows aspiring pianists to study classical piano using a collection of Czerny, Burgmüller, and Beyer etudes, or learn contemporary songs from the popular Alfred Basic Piano course books.

The left and right hand parts of each etude or song can be practised separately, with the built-in metronome and adjustable tempo controls helping to improve timing and rhythm.

Additional sounds & playing modes

Supplementing its realistic acoustic piano voices, the KDP70 also offers a selection of additional instrument sounds, including electric pianos, organs, harpsichord, vibraphone, and strings. 

The Dual playing mode also allows two different voices, such as an acoustic piano and a string ensemble, to be played together for a more complex sound that inspires even greater musical creativity.

Contemporary cabinet design

The KDP70 is housed within an attractive, compact wooden cabinet that incorporates a wide, fold-down music rest, and sliding keyboard cover. The instrument’s modern Embossed Black finish with silver fittings ensures this impressive digital piano is suitable for a range of traditional and modern interiors.