Touch Curve - Kawai Concert Performer CP119 Quick Start Manual

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2) Touch Curve

When playing a piano, the volume of the sound produced increases in direct relation to how hard a key is struck.
The CP's Normal Touch curve offers the standard feel of an acoustic piano for practicing music. The CP offers five
other touch curves ranging from light to heavy.
Normal
Light 1, 2 For those still developing finger strength, such as a child, a louder sound is produced even when the
Heavy 1, 2 Perfect for those with strong fingers. Requires a heavier touch to produce a loud volume. Heavy 2 is
Off
Normal : Selects the normal setting.
Light 1 : Selects a moderately light touch.
Light 2 : Selects a light touch.
Heavy 1 : Selects a moderately heavy touch.
Heavy 2 : Selects a heavy touch.
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This is the standard touch of an acoustic piano.
piano is played with a soft touch. Light 2 is lighter than Light 1.
heavier than Heavy 1.
A constant volume is produced regardless of how hard the keys are struck. This setting is suitable for
sounds that have a fixed dynamic range such as Organ or Harpsichord.
LIGHT and HEAVY do not represent the physical weight of the keys. These are settings that affect the sensitivity of the
keys, which determines the volume level in response to the key movement.
MENU : Takes you to the System menu.
Off : Turns off the Touch sensitivity entirely.