Preface - Kawai KDP90 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 KDP90 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 17)
includes information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, Concert Magic songs, and Lesson function.
The Recorder section (page 26) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored in the instrument's internal
memory, and the Settings section (page 28) details the settings that can be used to adjust a number of sound and keyboard
characteristics, as well as basic MIDI functionality.
Finally, the Appendix section (page 41) includes listings for all demo, Concert Magic, and Lesson function songs, a troubleshooting
guide, assembly instructions, MIDI reference information, and full specifi cation details.
KDP90 Feature Highlights
Advanced Hammer Action IV-F weighted-key keyboard action
The Advanced Hammer Action IV-F (AHA IV-F) keyboard action has been developed to represent the distinctive touch of
an acoustic grand piano, with its remarkable springless design providing consistent upward and downward motion for
a smooth, natural, piano playing experience.
Moreover, just as acoustic pianos utilise heavier bass hammers and lighter treble hammers, the AHA IV-F keyboard action
also employs diff erent hammer weights, appropriately graded for each playing range. Such attention to detail allows
greater stability during fortissimo passages, while preserving delicate pianissimo control, to satisfy the demands of even
the most discerning pianist.
Harmonic Imaging™ (HI) sound technology, 88-key piano sampling
The KDP90 digital piano captures the beautiful sound of Kawai's highly acclaimed hand-built concert grand piano, with
all 88 keys of this exceptional instrument meticulously recorded, analysed and faithfully reproduced using proprietary
Harmonic Imaging™ technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the original grand
piano, aff ording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to the strongest,
boldest fortissimo.
Additional reverberation eff ects that simulate the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall are also
applied, resulting in a rich, vibrant piano tone that delivers breathtaking realism and authenticity.
Internal Song recorder, Built-in Lesson Function
The KDP90 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 diffi cult passages to be perfected.
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