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Kawai MP7 Owner's Manual

Kawai mp7 stage piano owner's manual
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Introduction
Main Operation
EDIT Menu
STORE Button & SETUPs
Owner's Manual
v1.02
Recorder
USB Menu
SYSTEM Menu
Appendix

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  • Page 1 Introduction Main Operation EDIT Menu STORE Button & SETUPs Owner’s Manual v1.02 Recorder USB Menu SYSTEM Menu Appendix...
  • Page 3 Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Introduction chapter from page 10 of this owner’s manual. This chapter provides a brief explanation of each section of the MP7’s control panel, an overview of its various jacks and connectors, and details how the components of the instrument’s sound are structured.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS WARNING CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO DO NOT OPEN RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 5 When using electrical products, the following basic precautions should always be followed: WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly. The product should be connected to � If you are going to use an AC power cord, 120V 230V 240V...
  • Page 6 Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or CAUTION damage to the product or other property if the product is handled incorrectly. Do not use the product in the following areas. Using the product in such areas may result in product breakdown.

  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This applies only to products distributed by Kawai America Corporation.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    1. Reverb ......... . 40 Welcome to the MP7 ......
  • Page 9 Recorder SYSTEM Menu Overview of the Recorder ..... . Overview of the SYSTEM Menu ....Song Recorder SYSTEM Menu Parameters &...

  • Page 10: Welcome To The Mp7

    These supplementary sounds are ideal for building layers, adding texture to other instruments, or for playing individually, at the front of the mix. And if the stock sound isn’t quite perfect, feel free to customise and tweak using the MP7’s flexible ADSR parameters and resonance/cut-off controls –...

  • Page 11: Owner's Manual Conventions

    The MP7 allows every single customised sound, knob position, fader level, and adjustable parameter to be stored in memory as a SETUP, and recalled at the touch of a button. With over 250 SETUP memories, the MP7 is ideal for busy stage musicians who like to plan several shows ahead, before going out on the road.

  • Page 12: Part Names & Functions

    EDIT menu in the LCD display. * For more information about assigning functions, please refer to page 48. Volume Faders MASTER VOLUME fader This fader controls the volume level of the MP7’s OUTPUT and HEADPHONE jacks. LINE IN fader This fader controls the LINE IN volume level.
  • Page 13 TRANSPOSE button LOCAL OFF This button turns the TRANSPOSE function ON or OFF. This button disables the internal connection between the MP7’s * Press and hold this button to show the transpose settings pop-up in the keyboard and tone generators. LCD display.
  • Page 14 EDIT menu. SOUND / SETUP Section SOUND button This button sets the MP7 to SOUND mode, whereby the buttons on the right will select the instrument’s 256 internal sounds. SETUP button This button sets the MP7 to SETUP mode, whereby the buttons on the right will select the instrument’s 256 SETUP memories.
  • Page 15 MP3/WAV/SMF backward or forward. SETTING Section PANIC button This button returns the MP7 to the Power On state, and also sends All Note Off and Reset All Controller messages via MIDI. SYSTEM button This button enters the SYSTEM menu, allowing many aspects of the MP7’s functionality to be adjusted.

  • Page 16: Front Panel: Jacks & Connectors

    POWER SWITCH This switch turns the MP7 ON and OFF. * The MP7 features a power saving mode that can turn off the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to page 105. MIDI Section...
  • Page 17 This jack is used to connect a momentary foot switch pedal to the MP7. When using the Kawai F-30 triple pedal accessory, this jack can also be used to connect the soft pedal to the MP7. DAMPER/SOSTENUTO jack When using the Kawai F-30 triple pedal accessory, this jack is used to connect the damper and sostenuto pedals to the MP7.

  • Page 18: Connecting To Other Devices

    Connecting to Other Devices Connect an expression Connect the Connect the stereo output pedal. included F-10H from tablets, portable damper pedal. audio devices or other Control external MIDI devices, electronic instruments. or connect to a computer with a MIDI interface. USB type ‘A’ USB type ‘B’...

  • Page 19: Understanding The Mp7

    Understanding the MP7  P reparation before use The MP7 does not feature built-in speakers. Therefore, in order to listen to the MP7, it will first be necessary to connect a mixer, keyboard amplifier, or headphones to the instrument. Once connected to an audio output device, press the POWER SWITCH located on the right of the rear panel to turn on the MP7.

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Getting Started After connecting the power cable, speakers/headphones, and pedals, it’s time to start playing the MP7 stage piano. This page will explain how to turn on the instrument, set the MAIN zone volume, and adjust the master volume. 1. Turning the MP7 ON Press the POWER SWITCH.

  • Page 21: Selecting Sounds

    Selecting Sounds The MP7 stage piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical styles Sounds are arranged into eight categories, with eight further sub-categories, and four variations, providing a total of 2 different instrument sounds. For a complete listing of the available instrument sounds, please refer to page 11 of this owner’s manual.

  • Page 22: Zone Functions

    Zone Basics As noted in the Introduction chapter, the MP7 features four zones: MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB. This page will explain the process for turning zones ON and OFF, adjusting zone volumes, and creating a simple two zone layer.

  • Page 23: Zone Modes

    Zone Modes ( both Also noted in the introduction, the MP7’s four zones can each be set to control the instrument’s internal sounds (INT), external MIDI devices (EXT), or both internal and external simultaneously (BOTH). This page will outline the differences between the zone modes, and explain how to switch between them.

  • Page 24: Zone Key Range

    Zone Key Range By default, the four zones will each utilise all -key of the MP7’s keyboard. However, by using the Key Range function it is possible to create custom keyboard ranges (between two defined keys) for each zone, allowing a selection of internal sounds or external MIDI devices to be controlled by different parts of the keyboard.
  • Page 25 2. Setting the MAIN zone key range Press and hold the MAIN button, then press the desired low key, followed by the desired high key for the zone. The names of the pressed low and high keys will be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new key range for the MAIN zone.

  • Page 26: Lcd Display & Control Knobs

    LCD Display & Control Knobs In regular Play Mode the LCD display provides a visual indication of the selected zone and sound, and the values of the four real-time control knobs (A, B, C, and D). The function of each knob can be assigned to control any parameter in the EDIT menu, allowing frequently used functions to be accessed from a single screen.

  • Page 27: Effects Section Functions

    Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall. The MP7 offers  types of high quality reverb, with independent ON/OFF and depth controls for each zone. The reverb type, pre-delay, and time parameters, however, are common for all zones.

  • Page 28: Efx

    In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to each zone, altering the tonal character and feeling of the selected sound. The MP7 features 12 high quality EFX types, with effects automatically applied to some sounds by default in order to enhance their realism.
  • Page 29 As noted above, the total number of effect types available for the MAIN zone is much larger than that of the SUB zones. Therefore, when assigning a sound to a SUB zone that was prepared using an effect only available for the MAIN zone, the MP7 will automatically select the closest ‘substitute’...

  • Page 30: Amp Simulator

    (MAIN zone only) The tonal character of an amplifier or speaker cabinet is an important component of vintage electric piano sounds. The MP7’s Amp Simulator function features  typical amplifier types and a selection of adjustable parameters.  Amp types Amp type Description S.
  • Page 31  Amp Simulator parameters Page Knob Parameter Description Value range Amp Type Changes the type of amplifier model. [see table above] Drive Adjusts the drive level of the amplifier. 0 ~ 127 Level Adjusts the overall volume level of the amplifier. 0 ~ 127 Amp EQ Lo Adjusts the gain of the amplifier’s low frequencies.

  • Page 32: Tonewheel Organ Mode

    MAIN zone, and activated when selecting the DRAWBAR sound category and 1, 2, or  sub-categories. Upon activating tonewheel mode and selecting the tonewheel edit screen, the MP7’s zone faders will act as virtual organ drawbars, with the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB zone buttons also used to change percussion functions.
  • Page 33  A djusting the organ’s drawbar registration While the tonewheel edit screen is shown in the LCD display, and the 16’ drawbar group tab is selected: Use the zone faders to adjust the position of the first four organ drawbars. drawbars 16’ drawbar adjusted by MAIN: SUB1: SUB2:...
  • Page 34 Global Section The EQ function consists of a -band graphic equaliser that can be used to shape the overall tone of the MP7’s internal sounds. Two of the mid-range frequency bands can also be adjusted as a parametric equaliser. The equaliser settings are common for all zones.
  • Page 35  A djusting EQ parameters (cont.) While the gain page of the EQ is shown: Press the CURSOR  button. The frequency page of the EQ will be shown in the LCD display. Previous page Press the CURSOR  buttons to select the desired EQ Mid1 Mid2 parameter, then press the +/YES or -/NO buttons to increase or...

  • Page 36: Transpose

    Global Section Transpose The Transpose function allows the pitch of the MP7’s keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key.

  • Page 37: Local Off

    Local Off The Local Off function allows the connection between the MP7’s keyboard and tone generator to be disabled. This may be useful when using the MP7 to control an external MIDI device, without the keyboard triggering the instrument’s internal sounds.

  • Page 38: Overview Of The Edit Menu

    (INT mode) The EDIT menu contains various parameters that can be used to adjust the MP7's MAIN and SUB zones in INT mode. The parameters are grouped by category, allowing close control over the instrument with just a few button presses.
  • Page 39  S electing the parameter category After entering the EDIT Menu: Press the CURSOR buttons to select the desired category, then press the +/YES button to enter the selected category. Virtual Technician selected Example: To enter the Virtual Technician category, press the CURSOR button three times and the CURSOR button once, then press the +/YES button.

  • Page 40: Edit Menu Parameters

    EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Reverb 1. Type 2. Pre Delay : 0 ~ 200 types value This parameter selects the reverb type. This parameter adjusts the delay time before the start of the reverberation. * For more information about reverb, please refer to page 27. * This parameter is common for all four zones.

  • Page 41: Amp Simulator

    .2 Amp Simulator (MAIN zone) 1. Amp Type 2. Drive : 0 ~ 127 types value This parameter selects the simulated amplifier type. This parameter adjusts the amount of overdrive produced by the simulated amplifier. * For more information about the various Amp Simulator model types, please refer to page 30.

  • Page 42: Sound

    EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Sound 1. Volume 2. Panpot : 0 ~ 127 : l64 ~ r63 value value This parameter adjusts the volume level of the selected sound This parameter adjusts the left/right position of the selected independently of the zone’s volume fader. sound within the stereo field.
  • Page 43 The diagram below indicates the MP7’s DCA parameters. The diagram below indicates the MP7’s DCF parameters. Key ON...

  • Page 44: Tuning

    EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Sound (MAIN zone, TONEWHEEL mode) 1. External Control 2. MIDI CC# , midi cc# midi c : cc#0 ~ cc#119 value This parameter determines whether or not the toneweel organ This parameter sets the CC# used for adjusting tonewheel drawbars can be adjusted by external MIDI devices. When set organ drawbars when MIDI Control is set to MIDI Ch.

  • Page 45: Key Setup

     Temperament types Temperament type Description This is the most popular tuning method that divides the scale into twelve equal semi-tones. Equal Temperament This produces the same chordal intervals in all twelve keys, and has the advantage of limitless modulation of the key. However, the tonality of each key becomes less characteristic and no chord is in (Equal) pure consonance.
  • Page 46 EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Key Setup (cont.)  Touch Curve types Touch Curve No. Description Requires less striking force to achieve a forte note. Light + * This touch curve is intended for players with a very delicate touch. A louder volume is produced even when playing with a soft touch. Light * This touch curve is intended for players who are still developing finger strength.
  • Page 47 Key Setup (cont.) 7/8. Velocity Switch : 0 ~ 127 mode value These parameters enable velocity switching, and set the velocity switch type and value. Velocity Switching is useful when combining multiple zones, allowing different sounds to be played depending on the velocity of the key strike. Switch Mode Description The selected sound will play normally (i.e.

  • Page 48: Controllers

    7. Modulation Wheel 8. Modulation Wheel Assign functions This parameter determines whether or not the modulation This parameter selects the function assigned to the MP7’s wheel is active for the selected sound. modulation wheel. 9. Modulation Depth Range : 0 ~ 127 value This parameter sets the range of the pitch modulation function in steps of 600/127 cents.
  • Page 49 Controllers (cont.) functions main 14. Right Pedal 15. Right Pedal Assign functions This parameter determines whether or not the right pedal of This parameter selects the function assigned to the right pedal the optional F-30 pedal unit is active for the selected sound. of the optional F-30 pedal unit. * For more information about connecting pedals, please refer to page 17.

  • Page 50: Knob Assign

    EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Knob Assign The Knob Assign screen is used to assign EDIT menu parameters to the four main control knobs A, B, C, and D for direct, real-time adjustment in Play Mode. Two groups of knob parameters (primary and secondary) can be assigned to each of the four zones, providing extensive control over the selected sounds.
  • Page 51  Assignable control knob parameters Sound Type Sound Type Parameter Name Parameter Name Piano E.Piano T.Wheel Others Piano E.Piano T.Wheel Others Rev.Type Fine Tune      RevPreDly Stretch     Rev.Time Temperment     Rev.Depth Temper.Key ...

  • Page 52: Virtual Technician

    1. Voicing types This parameter attempts to recreate the technique of adjusting the action, hammers and strings of an acoustic piano, allowing the tonal character and dynamics of the MP7’s piano sounds to be dramatically altered.  Voicing types Voicing Type Description Normal The normal tonal character of an acoustic piano throughout the entire dynamic range.

  • Page 53: (E.piano, Harpsi, Bass Sounds)

    Virtual Technician (E.PIANO, HARPSICHORD, BASS sounds) 1. Key-off Noise 2. Key-off Delay , 1 ~ 127 : 0 ~ 127 value value When an E.PIANO category sound is selected, this parameter This parameter adjusts the delay time before the Key-off Noise adjusts the volume of the noise heard when the keys of an is heard.

  • Page 54: Overview Of The Edit Menu

    MIDI devices. As with zones set to INT mode, this collection of parameters, together with other adjustable settings, can be stored as a SETUP memory (page ). The MP7 provides 2 user programmable SETUP memories.  A bout Common parameters ( icon) Unless stated, parameter settings for the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones are independent for each zone.
  • Page 55  S electing the parameter category After entering the EDIT Menu: Press the CURSOR buttons to select the desired category, then press the +/YES button to enter the selected category. selected Example: To enter the MMC category, press the CURSOR button three times, then press the +/YES button. ...

  • Page 56: Edit Menu Parameters

    EDIT Menu parameters (EXT mode) Channel/Program 1. MIDI Transmitting Channel 2. Program : 01 ~ 16 : 1 ~ 128 value value This parameter determines which MIDI channel will be used to This parameter determines which Program Change Number transmit event information for the selected zone. will be transmitted when a SETUP is recalled. For example, the desired Program number of a sound on the external MIDI * By default, SUB2 and SUB3 zones are assigned MIDI channels 01 and 02.

  • Page 57: Transmit

    These parameters allow MMC or Realtime commands to be assigned to the MP7’s six recorder control buttons. * By default, the main MMC commands should be correctly mapped to the MP7’s recorder control buttons.  A ssignable recorder control commands ...

  • Page 58: Key Setup

    EDIT Menu parameters (EXT mode) Key Setup 1. Touch Mode 2. Touch Curve ormal types user This parameter selects the trigger point for the keyboard. This parameter selects the touch response curve of the keyboard for the selected zone. A fast/higher trigger point may be useful when playing sounds that are traditionally played on non-weighted keyboards such as organ or synth.
  • Page 59 Key Setup (cont.) 11. Dynamics 12. Solo , 1 ~ 10 value This parameter adjusts the keyboard response (velocity This parameter determines whether or not playing will be compression) of the selected zone independently of the touch restricted to single notes, even when more than one note is curve.

  • Page 60: Controllers

    This parameter changes the half pedal ranges sent by the included F-10H damper pedal for the selected zone. This parameter is useful when using the MP7 to control external tone generators (e.g. software pianos) that respond to damper pedal behaviour differently.

  • Page 61: Knob Assign

    Controllers (cont.) cc#0 ~ cc#119, 13. Left Pedal 14. Left Pedal Assign ftertoucH This parameter determines whether or not the left pedal of the This parameter selects the function assigned to the left pedal optional F-30 pedal unit is active for the selected zone. of the optional F-30 pedal unit. * For more information about connecting pedals, please refer to page 17.

  • Page 62: Overview Of The Edit Menu

    As with zones set to INT and EXT mode, this collection of parameters, together with other adjustable settings, can be stored as a SETUP memory (page ). The MP7 provides 2 user programmable SETUP memories.  A bout Common parameters ( icon) Unless stated, parameter settings for the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones are independent for each zone.

  • Page 63: Overview Of The Store Button

    Overview of the STORE Button After using the EDIT menu and control knobs to adjust the parameters for the selected sound/zone, the STORE button is used to memorise the settings, and ensure the changes are not lost when turning the instrument OFF or selecting other sounds. The STORE button has three different functions: to store individual sounds (SOUND), to store the entire panel configuration (SETUP), and to store the current panel configuration as the default (POWERON).

  • Page 64: Storing A Setup

    Overview of the STORE Button Storing a SETUP This function will store all the EDIT menu parameters for the MAIN and SUB zones, panel button and knob states, and EQ settings to one of the MP7’s 2 SETUP memories. 1. Entering the STORE screen Press the STORE button.

  • Page 65: Storing Poweron Settings

    Storing POWERON settings This function will store all the EDIT menu parameters for the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB zones, panel button and knob states, and EQ settings to the MP7’s default POWERON memory. 1. Entering the STORE screen Press the STORE button. The LED indicator for the STORE button will turn ON, and the store selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.

  • Page 66: Setup Memories

    SETUP Memories The MP7’s SETUP memories allow the entire instrument configuration, including selected sounds, section volume levels, parameter settings, and EQ adjustments, etc. to be stored and recalled immediately at the touch of a button. SETUPs are arranged in an xx configuration, allowing for a total of 2 individual memories.

  • Page 67: Recorder

    Overview of the Recorder The MP7’s Recorder features convenient functions to record and playback performances from the instrument’s internal memory or a connected USB memory device. The characteristics of each method are outlined below.  MP7 Recorder characteristics Song Recorder (Internal Memory) Audio Recorder (USB Memory)

  • Page 68: Song Recorder (Internal Memory)

    Song Recorder (Internal memory) The Song Recorder function allows up to 10 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Once recorded, songs can be saved to USB memory in Standard MIDI File (SMF) format, or converted to MP/WAV audio files.
  • Page 69 * If the maximum recording capacity is reached during recording, the recorder will stop automatically. * To prevent data loss, avoid turning the power OFF while the MP7 is saving internal recorder songs. For information about playing the recorded song, please refer to * Recorder songs will remain in memory after the power is turned OFF.

  • Page 70: Playing Back A Song

    Song Recorder (Internal memory) Playing back a song This function is used to playback recorder songs stored in internal memory. To playback a song immediately after recording, start this process from step . 1. Turning the Recorder mode ON Press the RECORDER section’s ON/OFF button to turn Recorder mode ON.
  • Page 71  M oving the playback position (seek) Press the  or  recorder control buttons to move the playing position of the song backward and forward in single bar increments. * The playback position can be moved both before and during playback.  button:  button: Previous bar Next bar...

  • Page 72: Saving A Song As An Smf File

    Song Recorder (Internal memory) Saving a song as an SMF file This function is used to save recorder songs to a USB memory device in SMF (Standard MIDI File) format. 1. Selecting the song memory After turning Recorder mode ON, and recording a song: Song memory Turn control knob C to select the song memory to be saved to the USB memory in SMF format.

  • Page 73: Loading An Smf File Into Memory

    YES: Confirm NO: Cancel * To prevent data loss, avoid turning the power OFF while the MP7 is saving files to USB memory. Loading an SMF file into memory This function can be used to load SMF files into an empty recorder song memory.
  • Page 74 A listing of the SMF files stored in the root folder of the USB device will be shown in the LCD display.  U SB device file/folder listing screen The MP7’s file/folder listing screen lists relevant files and folders stored in the root of the USB device. Previous...
  • Page 75 * The MP7 will attempt to detect the correct keyboard and drum tracks automatically, based on the contents of the SMF file. * When loading an SMF file created by the MP7, the drum track will be turned OFF. Keyboard...

  • Page 76: Erasing A Song

    Song Recorder (Internal memory) Erasing a song This function is used to erase songs that have been recorded incorrectly, or are simply no longer required. 1. Selecting the song to erase After turning Recorder mode ON and recording a song: Song memory Turn control knob C to select the song memory to be erased. Song memory * To erase all recorder songs, use the Reset Recorder function in the Reset...

  • Page 77: Song Transpose

    Song Transpose This parameter allows the playback pitch of songs stored in memory to be raised or lowered in semi-tone steps. This may be useful when wishing to transpose a loaded SMF file into another key.  C hanging the song transpose value Press the F2 function button (PAGE) to show the second page of recorder functions.

  • Page 78: Smf Direct Play

    Song Recorder (Internal memory) SMF Direct Play This function allows 1-track SMF files to be played directly from USB memory. 1. Selecting the Load SMF function After preparing and connecting the USB memory: Press the F3 function button (LOAD). A listing of the SMF files stored in the root folder of the USB device will be shown in the LCD display.

  • Page 79: Smf Mixer

    SMF Mixer The SMF Mixer screen allows the volume levels of all 1 tracks of the loaded SMF file to be adjusted or muted. 1. Selecting the SMF Mixer After loading an SMF file: Press the F2 function button (PAGE) to show the second page of playback functions.

  • Page 80: Audio Record/Playback (Usb Memory)

    Recording an audio file The MP7 is also capable of recording performances (including LINE IN input audio) as digital audio – saving the data to a USB memory device in either MP or WAV format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced directly on the instrument –...
  • Page 81  S electing the audio recorder input, adjusting gain level Turn control knob C to select the desired audio recorder input. Input Description Record the keyboard sound and the LINE IN sound. Turn control knob D to adjust the gain level of the recorder. Line Record the LINE IN sound only. Increasing the audio recorder gain level parameter may be useful when recording quieter passages.
  • Page 82 * The +/YES and –/NO buttons can also be used to confirm or cancel the save operation. F2 button: F3 button: YES: Confirm NO: Cancel * To prevent data loss, avoid turning the power OFF while the MP7 is saving files to USB memory.

  • Page 83: Playing An Audio File

    Playing an audio file The MP7 is also capable of playing MP and WAV audio files stored on a USB memory device. This function allows performing musicians to play along with professional backing tracks, or conveniently learn the chords or melody for a new piece.
  • Page 84 Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) Playing an audio file (cont.)  U SB device file/folder listing screen The MP7’s file/folder listing screen lists relevant files and folders stored in the root of the USB device. Previous Move Folder folder selection cursor Selection File cursor Press the CURSOR   buttons to move the selection cursor.
  • Page 85  M oving the playback position (seek) Press the  or  recorder control buttons to rewind or fast- forward the playing position of the audio file . * The playback position can be moved both before and during playback.  button:  button: Rewind Fast-Forward 6. Stopping audio file playback While an audio file is playing:...

  • Page 86: Overdubbing An Audio File

    Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) Overdubbing an audio file The overdub function adds supplementary recording(s) to an existing audio file, facilitating simple multi-track recordings to be produced directly on the instrument. Each overdub is recorded to a temporary file (i.e. the original audio file is not modified), allowing an unlimited number of overdubs that to be made before eventually saving the final recording.
  • Page 87 5. Selecting the overdub function and file format Press the F2 function button (OVERDUB). The overdub file format selection screen will be shown in the LCD display. Turn control knob B to select the desired overdub file format, and control knob A to adjust the volume of the source audio. Overdub Audio selected...
  • Page 88 Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) 7. Starting the overdub (record) Press a key on the keyboard. The LED indicators for the  and / buttons will turn ON, the time counter shown in the centre of the LCD will being to increase, and overdubbing will start. Time counter * Overdubbing can also be started by pressing the /...

  • Page 89: Midi To Audio

    F3 button: YES: Confirm NO: Cancel * To prevent data loss, avoid turning the power OFF while the MP7 is saving files to USB memory. MIDI to Audio This function allows recorder songs stored in internal memory to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file to a USB device in either MP or WAV format.

  • Page 90: Converting A Recorder Song To An Audio File

    Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) Converting a recorder song to an audio file (cont.) 3. Selecting the MIDI to Audio file format Turn control knob B to select the desired MIDI to Audio file format, and control knob A to adjust the volume of the song Song playback MIDI to Audio volume file format playback.
  • Page 91 * The +/YES and –/NO buttons can also be used to confirm or cancel the F2 button: F3 button: save operation. YES: Confirm NO: Cancel * To prevent data loss, avoid turning the power OFF while the MP7 is saving files to USB memory.

  • Page 92: Metronome

    The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. In addition to regular metronome beats in various time signatures, the MP7 also features a selection of drum rhythms to accompany most playing styles and musical genres.

  • Page 93: Rhythm Mode

     R eturning to the previous screen (BACK function) While the metronome is counting: Press the F4 function button (BACK) to return to the previous screen without stopping or deactivating the metronome. Press and hold the METRONOME button again to show the Metronome screen in the LCD display. Rhythm mode In Rhythm mode, the metronome function provides a more musically inspiring drum track.
  • Page 94 Metronome Rhythm mode (cont.)  S tarting and Stopping the drum rhythm Press the F3 function button (LISTEN) The LISTEN icon will become highlighted and the currently selected drum rhythm category and variation will start to play. Category Variation Rhythm is playing Press the F3 function button again to stop the drum rhythm. ...
  • Page 95  D rum rhythm categories and variations 16 Swing 16 Ballad Triplet 1 Funk Shuffle 1 40 Ballad 1 76 Triplet Rock 1 2 Funk Shuffle 2 41 Ballad 2 77 Triplet Rock 2 3 Hip Hop 1 42 Ballad 3 78 Bembe 4 Hip Hop 2 43 Ballad 4 79 Rock Shuffle 1 5 Hip Hop 3...

  • Page 96: Recording With The Metronome

    Metronome Recording with the metronome Recording with the metronome is a convenient way to maintain consistent timing and rhythm while playing. This is especially important when integrating recordings into a sequencer or DAW. The explanation below uses the internal song recorder as an example, however the procedure for recording with the metronome to an MP/WAV audio file is identical.
  • Page 97 4. Returning to the Recorder function Press the F4 function button (BACK) to return to the recorder function. The LED indicator for the METRONOME button will remain lit, indicating that the metronome function is still activated. MIDI recorder selected LED indicator remains ON: Metronome is still activated 5. Starting the song recorder (standby mode) Press the ...

  • Page 98: Overview Of The Usb Menu

    Overview of the USB Menu The USB Menu contains functions to load, save, delete, and rename the various types of MP7 data stored on a USB memory device. It is also possible to format the memory device, erasing all stored data.  MP7 data types Data type...

  • Page 99: Usb Menu Functions

    This function loads a SETUP file stored on a USB memory device replacing the preset parameters for that specific sound. into one of the MP7’s 256 SETUP memories. After selecting this function, select the desired SOUND file After selecting this function, select the desired SETUP file from from the file/folder listing screen.

  • Page 100: Save

    USB Menu Functions Save These functions allow data stored in the instrument’s internal memory to be saved to a USB memory device. 1. Save One Sound This function saves the currently selected sound’s parameters to a USB memory device. * If the selected zone is set to EXT, the MAIN zone’s current sound will be saved automatically.

  • Page 101: Delete

    4. Save All Sound 5. Save All Setup This function saves the parameters for all internal sounds to a This function saves all of the SETUP memories stored in the USB memory device. instrument to a USB memory device. After selecting this function, enter a name for the saved After selecting this function, enter a name for the saved AllSound file using control knobs A and B, then press the F4 AllSetup file using control knobs A and B, then press the F4...

  • Page 102: Rename

    USB Menu Functions Rename These functions allow data stored on a USB memory device to be renamed. 1. Selecting the type of file to rename Press the CURSOR buttons then the +/YES button or F4 function button (NEXT) to select the type of file to be renamed. Press the –/NO or F1 function button (BACK) to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 103: Format

    Format This function allows a USB memory device to be formatted, erasing all stored data. The Format function will erase all data stored on the connected USB memory device. Exercise caution when using this function in order to prevent accidental data loss. 1. Selecting the Format function Press the CURSOR buttons then the +/YES button or F4 function button (NEXT) to select the format function. Press the –/NO or F1 function button (BACK) to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 104: System Menu Pages

    Overview of the SYSTEM Menu The SYSTEM menu contains parameters and settings that affect the general operation of the MP7. These settings are grouped into six categories: Utility, Pedal, MIDI, Offset, User Edit, and Reset. SYSTEM parameters will be memorised automatically when instrument is turned OFF.

  • Page 105: System Menu Parameters & Functions

    : 427.0 ~ 453.0 Hz value preset temp fixed This parameter sets the global master tuning of the MP7 in This function determines whether the ON/OFF state of the EFX, 0.5Hz increments. REVERB, and AMP buttons is recalled when selecting sounds. Mode Description * The default setting is A = 440.0 Hz...

  • Page 106: Pedal

    SYSTEM Menu Parameters & Functions Pedal 1. Right Pedal Mode  P edal modes functions This parameter determines the global operation for the right Mode Description pedal of the optional F-30 pedal unit. Normal The pedal will use the assigned EDIT menu function. * The default setting is Normal. Setup+ The pedal will select the next SETUP memory.

  • Page 107: Expression/Damper Pedal Calibration

    Expression pedal calibration Depending on the brand and model of expression pedal connected to the MP7, it may be necessary to use the calibration function to ensure that the pedal’s minimum and maximum range of values are detected correctly.  C alibrating the EXP pedal Select the third page (3/3) of the Pedal SYSTEM menu.

  • Page 108: Midi

    MAIN and SUB1, SUB2, SUB3 zones or MIDI standard GM numbering format. Multi channels. * Select this setting when connecting the MP7 to GM * With this setting, an additional set of pages will appear, devices. allowing MIDI Receive Channels to be specified.

  • Page 109: Offset

    Offset 1. EQ Offset ON/OFF 2. Reverb Offset : 0% ~ 100% value This parameter turns the EQ Offset function ON or OFF. This parameter adjusts the reverb depth offset, allowing the reverb for all sound section to be reduced globally. The EQ Offset function may be useful when performing at a venue with certain room acoustics, or simply different amplifier and Similar to the EQ Offset function, Reverb Offset may be useful speaker equipment to that used normally.

  • Page 110: Creating A User Touch Curve

    SYSTEM Menu Parameters & Functions Creating a User Touch Curve 1. Starting the User Touch Curve analysis After selecting the User Touch Curve memory to be edited: Press the F4 function button (NEXT) to start the User Touch Curve analysis. 2. Capturing the dynamic range Play the piano dynamically from very soft to very loud, allowing the instrument to analyse the personal playing technique.

  • Page 111: Creating A User Temperament

    Creating a User Temperament 1. Selecting the User Temperament editor After selecting the User Temperament to be edited: Press the F4 function button (NEXT) to select the User Temperament editor. 2. Adjusting the User Temperament Turn control knob C to select the note to be adjusted. Turn control knob D to adjust the pitch of the selected note. Select note Adjust pitch * The pitch of each key can be adjusted within the range of –50 ~ +50 cents.

  • Page 112: Creating A User Key Volume

    SYSTEM Menu Parameters & Functions Creating a User Key Volume 1. Selecting the User Key Volume editor After selecting the User Key Volume to be edited: Press the F4 function button (NEXT) to select the User Key Volume editor. 2. Adjusting the User Key Volume Turn control knob C to select the key to be adjusted. Turn control knob D to adjust the volume of the selected key.

  • Page 113: Creating A User Stretch Tuning

    Creating a User Stretch Tuning 1. Selecting the User Stretch Tuning editor After selecting the User Stretch Tuning to be edited: Press the F4 function button (NEXT) to select the User Stretch Tuning editor. 2. Adjusting the User Stretch Tuning Turn control knob C to select the key to be adjusted. Turn control knob D to adjust the pitch of the selected key.

  • Page 114: Reset

    The PANIC button restores all internal sounds to their default PowerOn setting, and also sends the AllNoteOff and ResetAll Controller MIDI messages to any connected devices (01ch ~ 1ch). This is a useful function to be used in emergency situations, or to immediately restore the MP7 to a preferred configuration without turning the power OFF and ON.

  • Page 115: Panel Lock ( )

    Panel Lock ( ) The Lock ( function allows the state of the MP7’s various controls to be temporarily locked, preventing accidental button pushes, pedal presses, or wheel movements.  A ctivating and deactivating the Lock function Press the LOCK ( ) button. The LED indicator for the LOCK ( ) button will turn on, and the lock pop-up will briefly be shown in the LCD display.

  • Page 116: Usb Midi

    USB MIDI (USB to Host connector) The MP7 features a ‘USB to Host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to a computer using an inexpensive USB cable and utilised as a MIDI device. Depending on the type of computer and operating system installed, additional driver software may be required for USB MIDI communication to function correctly.

  • Page 117: Software Update

    Software Update This page contains instructions for updating the system software of the MP7, when issued by Kawai. Please read these instructions thoroughly before attempting to perform the software update.  Checking the software version To check the current software version installed on the MP7, press and hold the STORE button, then turn the instrument ON.

  • Page 118: Sound List

    Sound List PIANO E.PIANO DRAWBAR ORGAN Concert Grand Classic EP T.Wheel A-1 Church Organ Studio Grand Classic EP 2 T.Wheel A-2 Full Pipes Mellow Grand Classic EP 3 T.Wheel A-3 Full Ensemble Jazz Grand Classic EP 4 T.Wheel A-4 Church Organ 2 Concert Grand2 Modern EP T.Wheel B-1...

  • Page 119: Rhythm Pattern List

    Rhythm Pattern List 16 Swing 16 Ballad Triplet 1 Funk Shuffle 1 40 Ballad 1 76 Triplet Rock 1 2 Funk Shuffle 2 41 Ballad 2 77 Triplet Rock 2 3 Hip Hop 1 42 Ballad 3 78 Bembe 4 Hip Hop 2 43 Ballad 4 79 Rock Shuffle 1 5 Hip Hop 3...

  • Page 120: Efx Categories, Types, & Parameters

    EFX Categories, Types, & Parameters 1. Chorus Variation Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3 Parameter 4 Parameter 5 Parameter 6 Parameter 7 Parameter 8 Parameter 9 Parameter 10 Stereo DryWet Speed Depth PreDelay Phase LowEQ HighEQ Classic Spread Intensity LowEQ HighEQ 2-Band DryWet Balance LowerSpeed LowerDepth UpperSpeed UpperDepth...
  • Page 121 6. Auto Pan Variation Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3 Parameter 4 Parameter 5 Parameter 6 Parameter 7 Parameter 8 Parameter 9 Parameter 10 Classic Depth Speed LowEQ HighEQ 2-Band Depth Balance LowerSpeed UpperSpeed SplitFreq Envelope Depth Speed Sens. Standard Depth Speed ...
  • Page 122 EFX Categories, Types, & Parameters 12. Rotary Variation Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3 Parameter 4 Parameter 5 Parameter 6 Parameter 7 Parameter 8 Parameter 9 Parameter 10 Classic Slow/Fast LwrFastSpd LwrSlowSpd LwrAcc.Spd Spread UprFastSpd UprSlowSpd UprAcc.Spd Warm Slow/Fast LwrFastSpd LwrSlowSpd LwrAcc.Spd Spread UprFastSpd UprSlowSpd UprAcc.Spd Dirty Drive...
  • Page 123 17. Wah+ main zone only Variation Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3 Parameter 4 Parameter 5 Parameter 6 Parameter 7 Parameter 8 Parameter 9 Parameter 10 Chorus Wah:DryWet Cho:DryWet Wah:Sens. Wah:Manual Cho:Speed Cho:Depth Cho:PreDly Cho:Phase Flanger Wah:DryWet Flg:DryWet Wah:Sens. Wah:Manual Flg:Speed Flg:Depth Flg:F.Back Flg:PreDly...
  • Page 124 EFX Categories, Types, & Parameters 21. Compressor+ main zone only Variation Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3 Parameter 4 Parameter 5 Parameter 6 Parameter 7 Parameter 8 Parameter 9 Parameter 10 Chorus Cmp:Gain Cho:DryWet Cmp:Ratio Cmp:Thresh Cmp:Attack Cmp:Rls Cho:Speed Cho:Depth Cho:PreDly Cho:Phase Flanger Cmp:Gain Flg:DryWet Cmp:Ratio Cmp:Thresh Cmp:Attack...

  • Page 125: Specifications

    Specifications  Kawai MP7 Stage Piano Keyboard 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces Responsive Hammer 2 (RH2) action with Let-Off Sound Source Harmonic Imaging™ XL (HI-XL), 88-key piano sampling No. of Sounds 256 voices PIANO x 32, E.PIANO x 32, DRAWBAR x 32, ORGAN x 32, STRINGS/VOCAL x 32,...

  • Page 126: Midi Implementation

    MIDI Implementation  Contents 1.0 (n 2013) ersion ovember 1. Recognised data . SOUND/SETUP Program/Bank 1.1 Channel Voice Message 4.1 SETUP Program Number Table 1.2 Channel Mode Message 1.3 System Realtime Message . Program Change Number List . Control Change Number (CC#) Table 2.

  • Page 127: Recognised Data

    Recognised Data 1.1 Channel Voice Message Note off Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) kk=Note Number :00H - 7fH(0 ~ 127) vv=Velocity :00H - 7fH(0 ~ 127) Note on Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) kk=Note Number :00H - 7fH(0 ~ 127) vv=Velocity...
  • Page 128 MIDI Implementation 1.1 Channel Voice Message (cont.) Expression Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 - ch.16) vv=Expression :00H - 7fH(0 - 127) Default = 7fH Damper Pedal Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) vv=Control Value :00H - 7fH(0 ~ 127) Default = 00H 0 - 63=OFF, 64 - 127=ON Sostenuto Pedal...
  • Page 129 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) mm=MSB of the NRPN parameter number ll=LSB of the NRPN parameter number NRPN numbers implemented in MP7 are as follows NRPN # Data MSB LSB Function & Range 01H 08H Vibrato Rate mm...
  • Page 130 MIDI Implementation 1.2 Channel Mode Message All Sound OFF Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) Reset All Controller Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) All Note Off Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) 1.3 System Realtime Message Status...

  • Page 131: Transmitted Data

    Transmitted Data 2.1 Channel Voice Message Note off Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) kk=Note Number :00H - 7fH(0 ~ 127) vv=Velocity :00H - 7fH(0 ~ 127) Note on Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n=MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) kk=Note Number :00H - 7fH(0 ~ 127) vv=Velocity...

  • Page 132: Exclusive Data

    MIDI Implementation 2.2 Channel Mode Message Reset All Controller Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n = MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) *Sending by [PANIC] function All Note Off Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte n = MIDI channel number :0H-fH(ch.1 ~ ch.16) *Sending by [PANIC] function MONO Status 2nd Byte...
  • Page 133 Value Notes Exclusive KAWAI ID Channel no. 0nH n=0-FH Function no. Parameter Send Group no. MI Group ID Machine no. MP7 Machine ID data1 Setup Parameter data2 0-7fH Address MSB data3 0-7fH Address LSB data4 0-7fH data size (byte) max=128 byte...
  • Page 134 MIDI Implementation 3.4 Setup Address: Internal Section Address MSB/LSB (HEX) Category Parameter Byte Value (HEX) MAIN SUB1 SUB2 SUB3 Buttons Part Switch 00/5E 02/02 03/26 04/4A 00,01 (Off, On) Volume Fader 01/70 02/14 04/38 05/5C 00-7F 00/00-00/1F ( ), 00/20-00/3F ( piano piano 00/40-00/5F ( ), 00/60-00/7F ( drawbar organ...
  • Page 135 3.4 Setup Address: Internal Section (cont.) Address MSB/LSB (HEX) Category Parameter Byte Value (HEX) MAIN SUB1 SUB2 SUB3 3. Sound Volume 01/37 02/5B 02/7F 05/23 0-7F Panpot 01/38 02/5C 04/00 05/24 0-40-7F (L64~0~R63) Cutoff 01/39 02/5D 04/01 05/25 0-40-7F (-64~0~+63) Resonance 01/3A 02/5E 04/02 05/26 0-40-7F (-64~0~+63) DCA Attack Time 01/3B...
  • Page 136 MIDI Implementation 3.4 Setup Address: Internal Section (cont.) Address MSB/LSB (HEX) Category Parameter Byte Value(HEX) MAIN SUB1 SUB2 SUB3 6. Control Damper Pedal On/Off 01/2C 02/50 03/74 05/18 00,01 (Off, On) Damper Pedal Assign 00/2E 00-11* Soft Pedal Adjust 00/70 02/14 03/38 04/5C 01-0A Damper Mode 01/2B 02/4F 03/73...
  • Page 137 3.5 Setup Address: MIDI Section Sys-EX Parameters Address MSB/LSB (HEX) Byte Value (HEX) Category Parameter MAIN SUB1 SUB2 SUB3 Buttons Part Switch 04/3C 04/74 05/2C 05/64 00,01 (Off, On) 1. Ch/Prog. MIDI Transmit Channel 04/3D 04/75 05/2D 05/65 00-0F (1~16Ch) PGM Change Number 04/3E 04/76 05/2E 05/66...
  • Page 138 MIDI Implementation 3.6 Internal Section’s Assignable Knob Data Data (HEX) Sound Type Data (HEX) Sound Type Parameter Name Parameter Name 1st/2nd Piano E.Piano T.Wheel Others 1st/2nd Piano E.Piano T.Wheel Others Rev.Type 00/01 Fine Tune 00/4B      RevPreDly 00/02 Stretch 00/4C   ...

  • Page 139: Sound/Setup Program/Bank

    To change internal sounds via MIDI, please refer to the Program Change Number List (page 10). * Note: If the MP7 receives the Program Number from 1 to 128 and Bank number MSB 0 or 1 in the System Channel, the MP7 will switch to SETUP mode and the corresponding SETUP is recalled.

  • Page 140: Program Change Number List

    MIDI Implementation Program Change Number List Program Mode = Panel Program Mode = GM Program Mode = Panel Program Mode = GM Name Name Prg. Prg. Prg. Prg. Concert Grand T.Wheel A-1 Studio Grand T.Wheel A-2 Mellow Grand T.Wheel A-3 Jazz Grand T.Wheel A-4 Concert Grand2 T.Wheel B-1...
  • Page 141 Program Mode = Panel Program Mode = GM Program Mode = Panel Program Mode = GM Name Name Prg. Prg. Prg. Prg. String Pad Pad 1 Warm Strings Pad 2 Warm Strings 2 Pad 3 Synth Strings Saw Pad Beautiful Str. Pad 4 String Ens.

  • Page 142: Control Change Number (Cc#) Table

    MIDI Implementation Program Mode = GM Program Mode = GM Program Mode = GM Name Name Name Prg. Prg. Prg. Wide Honky Tonk Analog Brass Castanet WideHarpsichord Synth Brass 4 Taiko Drums Glocken Analog Brass 2 Concert BD Wide Vibraphone English Horn Melodic Toms Wide Marimba Piccolo...
  • Page 143 Control Change Number (CC#) Table Control Number Control Function Decimal Bank Select (MSB) Modulation Wheel or lever Breath Controller (undefined) Foot Controller Portament Time Data Entry (MSB) Channel Volume Balance (undefined) Panpot Expression Controller Effect Controller1 Effect Controller2 (undefined) (undefined) 16-19 10-13 General Purpose Controller1~4...

  • Page 144: Midi Implementation Chart

    [STAGE PIANO] Date: December 2013 MIDI Implementation Chart Kawai MP7 Version: 1.0 Recognised Function Transmitted Remarks Panel Section Default 1 - 16 1 - 16 1 - 16 Basic Channel Changed 1 - 16 1 - 16 1 - 16...
  • Page 147 David, thank you for your sharp eyesight! Joep, snijd je baard! Hello to Jason Isaacs!
  • Page 148 MP7 Owner’s Manual KPSZ-0687 OW1077E-J1404 Printed in Indonesia Copyright © 2014 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. 817961-R101...

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