Preface - Kawai CN27 Owner's Manual

Preface

 About this Owner's Manual
Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owner's manual .
This section explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power .
The Playing the Piano section (page 12) provides an overview of the instrument's most commonly used functions, allowing
the CN27 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 22)
includes information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, Concert Magic songs, and Lesson function .
The Recorder section (page 32) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored in the instrument's internal
memory, and the Settings section (page 34) details the settings that can be used to adjust a number of sound and keyboard
characteristics, as well as system settings .
Finally, the Appendix section (page 42) includes listings for all demo, Concert Magic, and Lesson function songs, a trouble-
shooting guide, assembly instructions, and full specification details .
 CN27 Feature Highlights
'Responsive Hammer III' weighted-key action, with Ivory Touch key surfaces and Let-off simulation
The CN27 digital piano's Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano,
with its realistic movement and accurate 3-sensor technology providing a smooth, natural, and highly responsive piano
playing experience . The weight of the keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the heavier bass hammers and lighter
treble hammers of an acoustic piano, while structural reinforcements within the action assembly ensure greater stability
during fortissimo and staccato passages .
The CN27 digital piano also features Kawai's Ivory Touch key surfaces that gently absorb finger moisture to assist the
player's performance, while, let-off simulation recreates the subtle 'notch' sensation felt when softly playing the keys of a
grand piano, satisfying the expectations of the most discerning pianists .
Shigeru Kawai SK-EX and Kawai EX instruments reproduced with Harmonic Imaging sound technology
The CN27 digital piano captures the magnificent tone of Kawai's flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano .
Widely regarded as the 'premier pianos of Japan', Shigeru Kawai instruments grace the stages of concert halls and
musical institutions throughout the world, and are prized for their exceptional tonal clarity . In addition, the CN27 also
features the distinctive sound of Kawai's highly acclaimed EX concert grand piano, which has frequently been selected
by professional pianists in such prestigious events as the Chopin, Tchaikovsky, and Rubinstein international piano
competitions, among others .
Both instruments have been carefully recorded, meticulously analysed, and faithfully reproduced with full 88-key
sampling using Harmonic Imaging™ sound technology . This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic
range of the original grand pianos, affording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest
pianissimo to the strongest, boldest fortissimo .
Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI connectivity
In addition to standard MIDI jacks for connecting to other instruments, the CN27 digital piano also boasts integrated
Bluetooth MIDI technology that allows the instrument to communicate with supported smart devices wirelessly . Once
connected to a phone, tablet, or laptop, CN27 digital piano owners can enjoy a wide variety of exciting music-related
apps that enhance their learning and playing experience without additional cables .
* Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location .
Internal Song recorder, Built-in Lesson Function
The CN27 digital piano features a three song recorder, allowing performances to be recorded to internal memory and
played back at the touch of a button .
In addition, the convenient lesson feature allows aspiring pianists to learn the piano using a built-in collection of etudes
from Czerny and Burgmüller, or songs from the popular Alfred course books . The left and right hand parts for each piece
can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows more difficult passages to be perfected .
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