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Introduction Main Operation EDIT Menu STORE Button & SETUPs Owner’s Manual Recorder USB Menu SYSTEM Menu Appendix...
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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 MP7SE’s control panel, an overview of its various jacks and connectors, and details how the components of the instrument’s sound are structured.
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.
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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 G If you are going to use an AC power cord, 120V 230V 240V...
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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.
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.
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 MP7SE’s flexible ADSR parameters and resonance/cut-off controls –...
The MP7SE 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 MP7SE is ideal for busy stage musicians who like to plan several shows ahead, before going out on the road.
* For more information about assigning functions, please refer to page 49. Volume Faders MASTER VOLUME fader This fader controls the volume level of the MP7SE’s OUTPUT and HEADPHONE jacks. LINE IN fader This fader controls the LINE IN volume level.
This button turns the TRANSPOSE function ON or OFF. * Press and hold this button to show the transpose settings pop-up in the LCD display. LOCAL OFF This button disables the internal connection between the MP7SE’s keyboard and tone generators.
(INT, EXT, or BOTH). EDIT Section LOCK ( ) button This button locks the MP7SE’s control panel, thus preventing any accidental button pushes during a performance. STORE button This button stores edited SOUNDS, or full panel settings to the SETUP and POWERON memories.
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MP3/WAV/SMF backward or forward. SETTING Section PANIC button This button returns the MP7SE 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 MP7SE’s functionality to be adjusted.
POWER SWITCH This switch turns the MP7SE ON and OFF. * The MP7SE 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 107.
This switch is used to select the EXP pedal’s TRS connector type. EXP jack This jack is used to connect an expression pedal to the MP7SE. * For information about calibrating the expression pedal to ensure correct operation with the MP7SE, please refer to page 109.
Connecting to Other Devices Connect an expression Connect the Connect the stereo output pedal. Set the correct included F-10H from tablets, portable EXP TYPE. damper pedal. audio devices or other Control external MIDI devices, electronic instruments. or connect to a computer with a MIDI interface.
Understanding the MP7SE Preparation before use The MP7SE does not feature built-in speakers. Therefore, in order to listen to the MP7SE, 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 MP7SE.
Getting Started After connecting the power cable, speakers/headphones, and pedals, it’s time to start playing the MP7SE 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 MP7SE ON Press the POWER SWITCH.
Selecting Sounds The MP7SE 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 256 different instrument sounds. For a complete listing of the available instrument sounds, please refer to page 126 of this owner’s manual.
Zone Basics As noted in the Introduction chapter, the MP7SE features four zones: MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3. This page will explain the process for turning zones ON and OFF, adjusting zone volumes, and creating a simple two zone layer.
Zone Modes both Also noted in the introduction, the MP7SE’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.
Zone Key Range By default, the four zones will each utilise all 88-key of the MP7SE’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.
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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.
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.
Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall. The MP7SE offers 6 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.
In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to each zone, altering the tonal character and feeling of the selected sound. The MP7SE features 129 high quality EFX types, with effects automatically applied to some sounds by default in order to enhance their realism.
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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 MP7SE will automatically select the closest ‘substitute’...
(MAIN zone only) The tonal character of an amplifier or speaker cabinet is an important component of vintage electric piano sounds. The MP7SE’s Amp Simulator function features 5 typical amplifier types and a selection of adjustable parameters. Amp types...
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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.
MAIN zone, and activated when selecting the DRAWBAR sound category and 1, 2, or 3 sub-categories. Upon activating tonewheel mode and selecting the tonewheel edit screen, the MP7SE’s zone faders will act as virtual organ drawbars, with the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zone buttons also used to change percussion functions.
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Adjusting 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’...
Global Section The EQ function consists of a 4-band graphic equaliser that can be used to shape the overall tone of the MP7SE’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.
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Adjusting 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...
Global Section Transpose The Transpose function allows the pitch of the MP7SE’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.
Local Off The Local Off function allows the connection between the MP7SE’s keyboard and tone generator to be disabled. This may be useful when using the MP7SE to control an external MIDI device, without the keyboard triggering the instrument’s internal sounds.
(INT mode) The EDIT menu contains various parameters that can be used to adjust the MP7SE’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.
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Selecting 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...
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. * For more information about reverb, please refer to page 27.
.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.
EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Sound 1. Master Volume 2. Panpot : 0 ~ 127 : l64 ~ r63 value value This parameter adjusts the total SETUP volume, allowing the This parameter adjusts the left/right position of the selected volume of multiple SETUPs to be balanced. sound within the stereo field.
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The diagram below indicates the MP7SE’s DCA parameters. The diagram below indicates the MP7SE’s DCF parameters. Key ON...
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EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Sound (MAIN zone, TONEWHEEL mode) 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 organ drawbars can be adjusted by external MIDI devices.
Tuning 1. Fine Tune 2. Stretch Tuning : –64 ~ +63 value types user This parameter adjusts the tuning of the selected sound for This parameter selects the level of stretch tuning. values smaller than a semi-tone. The human ear typically detects high and low frequencies less accurately than those frequencies within the middle range.
EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Key Setup 1. Touch Curve 2. Dynamics , 1 ~ 10 types user value This parameter selects the touch response curve of the keyboard This parameter adjusts the keyboard response (velocity for the selected sound. compression) of the selected sound independently of the touch curve.
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3. Trigger Mode 4. Minimum Touch : 1 ~ 20 ormal value This parameter selects the trigger point for the keyboard. This parameter adjusts the minimum key velocity required to produce a sound. A fast/higher trigger point may be useful when playing sounds that are traditionally played on non-weighted keyboards such as organ or synth.
EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) Key Setup (cont.) 11./12. Velocity Switch / Velocity Switch Value : 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. * This parameter is not stored to SOUND but to SETUP only.
8. Modulation Wheel Assign everse functions This parameter determines whether or not the modulation This parameter selects the function assigned to the MP7SE’s wheel is active for the selected sound. modulation wheel. When set to ‘Reverse’, the wheel’s output values will be inverted.
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EDIT Menu parameters (INT mode) functions main 14. Footswitch Pedal 15. Footswitch Pedal Assign functions This parameter determines whether or not the footswitch pedal This parameter selects the function assigned to the footswitch (if connected) is active for the selected sound. pedal (if connected).
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.
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 MP7SE’s piano sounds to be dramatically altered. Voicing types Voicing Type...
8. Fall-back Noise 9. Topboard , 1 ~ 10 1, o 2, o value lose This parameter adjusts the volume of the noise heard when the This parameter changes the position of the piano’s topboard. keyboard action ‘falls back’ after a key is released. When playing an acoustic grand piano, the position of the instrument’s topboard (lid) affects both the volume and ‘openness’...
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 65). The MP7SE provides 256 user programmable SETUP memories. About Common parameters ( icon) Unless stated, parameter settings for the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones are independent for each zone.
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Selecting 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. ...
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.
These parameters allow MMC or Realtime commands to be assigned to the MP7SE’s six recorder control buttons. * By default, the main MMC commands should be correctly mapped to the MP7SE’s recorder control buttons. Assignable recorder control commands ...
EDIT Menu parameters (EXT mode) Key Setup 1. Touch Curve 2. Dynamics , 1 ~ 10 types user value This parameter selects the touch response curve of the keyboard This parameter adjusts the keyboard response (velocity for the selected zone. compression) of the selected zone independently of the touch curve.
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10./11. Velocity Switch / Velocity Switch Value : 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.
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 MP7SE to control external tone generators (e.g. software pianos) that respond to damper pedal behaviour differently.
cc#0 ~ cc#119, 11. Expression Pedal 12. Expression Pedal Assign everse ftertoucH This parameter determines whether or not the expression pedal This parameter selects the function assigned to the expression (if connected) is active for the selected zone. pedal (if connected). * This parameter is common for all four zones.
EDIT Menu parameters (EXT mode) Knob Assign The Knob Assign screen is used to assign MIDI Control Change or Aftertouch messages 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 external MIDI devices.
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 65). The MP7SE provides 256 user programmable SETUP memories. About Common parameters ( icon) Unless stated, parameter settings for the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones are independent for each zone.
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.
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 MP7SE’s 256 SETUP memories. 1. Entering the STORE screen Press the STORE button.
This function will store the EQ setting and current state (Zone ON/OFF, selected sound) of all four zones to the MP7SE’s default POWERON memory. * Please note that only the selected SOUND position (e.g. SK Concert Grand) will be stored to POWERON memory, not the individual EDIT menu settings (e.g.
SETUP Memories The MP7SE’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 8x8x4 configuration, allowing for a total of 256 individual memories.
Overview of the Recorder The MP7SE’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. MP7SE Recorder characteristics 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 MP3/WAV audio files.
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* 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 MP7SE 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.
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 3. 1. Turning the Recorder mode ON Press the RECORDER section’s ON/OFF button to turn Recorder mode ON.
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Song Recorder (Internal memory) Moving 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. ...
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...
YES: Confirm NO: Cancel * To prevent data loss, avoid turning the power OFF while the MP7SE 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.
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A listing of the SMF files stored in the root folder of the USB device will be shown in the LCD display. USB device file/folder listing screen The MP7SE’s file/folder listing screen lists relevant files and folders stored in the root of the USB device. Previous...
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* The MP7SE 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 MP7SE, the drum track will be turned OFF. Keyboard...
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 * To erase all recorder songs, use the Reset Recorder function in the Reset memory...
Song Recorder (Internal memory) 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. ...
SMF Direct Play This function allows 16-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.
Song Recorder (Internal memory) SMF Mixer The SMF Mixer screen allows the volume levels of all 16 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.
Recording an audio file The MP7SE is also capable of recording performances (including LINE IN input audio) as digital audio – saving the data to a USB memory device in either MP3 or WAV format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced directly on the instrument –...
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Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) Recording an audio file (cont.) Selecting 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.
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* 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 MP7SE is saving files to USB memory.
Playing an audio file The MP7SE is also capable of playing MP3 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.
USB device file/folder listing screen The MP7SE’s file/folder listing screen lists relevant files and folders stored in the root of the USB device. Previous Move Folder folder selection Selection cursor File cursor Press the CURSOR buttons to move the selection cursor.
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Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) Moving 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. ...
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.
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Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) Overdubbing an audio file (cont.) 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.
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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 /...
F3 button: YES: Confirm NO: Cancel * To prevent data loss, avoid turning the power OFF while the MP7SE 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 MP3 or WAV format.
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3. Selecting the MIDI to Audio file format Turn control knob B to select the desired MIDI to Audio file Song playback MIDI to Audio format, and control knob A to adjust the volume of the song volume file format playback.
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* 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 MP7SE is saving files to USB memory.
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 MP7SE also features a selection of drum rhythms to accompany most playing styles and musical genres.
Metronome Click mode (cont.) Returning 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.
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Starting 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. ...
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Metronome Rhythm mode (cont.) Drum 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...
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 MP3/WAV audio file is identical.
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Metronome 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.
Overview of the USB Menu The USB Menu contains functions to load, save, delete, and rename the various types of MP7SE data stored on a USB memory device. It is also possible to format the memory device, erasing all stored data.
This function loads a SETUP file stored on a USB memory device replacing the preset parameters for that specific sound. into one of the MP7SE’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.
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.
USB Menu Functions Save (cont.) 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 AllSetup AllSound file using control knobs A and B, then press the F4...
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.
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USB Menu Functions 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.
Overview of the SYSTEM Menu The SYSTEM menu contains parameters and settings that affect the general operation of the MP7SE. 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.
This parameter sets the global master tuning of the MP7SE in This function determines whether selecting sounds affects the 0.5Hz increments. EFX, AMP, and REVERB button state and associated settings. * The default setting is A = 440.0 Hz...
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: –18 db ~ +18 db value tereo This parameter adjusts the gain of the MP7SE’s LINE IN jacks. This parameter allows the MP7SE’s LINE OUT signal to be changed from stereo to dual-mono. If the output level of the external device is too high, reduce the value of this parameter.
This parameter changes the polarity of the ordinary footswitch footswitch (FSW) pedal. (FSW) pedal. The MP7SE’s foot switch terminal is designed for use with ‘Normal * The default setting is Normal. Close’ polarity pedals. If using a foot switch with ‘Normal Open’...
Expression pedal calibration Depending on the brand and model of expression pedal connected to the MP7SE, it may be necessary to use the calibration function to ensure that the pedal’s minimum and maximum range of values are detected correctly. Calibrating the EXP pedal Select the third page (3/3) of the Pedal SYSTEM menu.
GM numbering format. Multi channels. * Select this setting when connecting the MP7SE to GM devices. * With this setting, an additional set of pages will appear, * The default setting is Panel. allowing MIDI Receive Channels to be specified.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
SYSTEM Menu Parameters & Functions Creating a User Voicing 1. Selecting the User Voicing Tuning editor After selecting the User Voicing to be edited: Press the F4 function button (NEXT) to select the User Voicing editor. 2. Adjusting the User Vocing Turn control knob C to select the key to be adjusted.
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 ~ 16ch). This is a useful function to be used in emergency situations, or to immediately restore the MP7SE to a preferred configuration.
Panel Lock ( ) The Lock ( ) function allows the state of the MP7SE’s various controls to be temporarily locked, preventing accidental button pushes, pedal presses, or wheel movements. Activating and deactivating the Lock function Press the LOCK ( ) button.
Sound Page The instrument is turned on, The MP7SE does not feature built-in speakers. Check that a mixer, keyboard however no sound is produced amplifier, or headphones are connected to the instrument correctly. If using an when the keys are pressed.
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Troubleshooting Strange sounds or noises are heard The MP7SE stagel piano attempts to reproduce the rich variety of tones created by an acoustic grand piano as accurately as possible. This includes various when playing with piano sounds. resonances, noises, and other subtle characteristics that contribute to the overall piano playing experience.
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Check the external device’s owner’s manual to ensure that MMC messages are recognised. Check that the external device’s MIDI clock is not set to External. The MP7SE does not send MTC (MIDI Time Code) or MIDI Clock data, therefore the external...
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This allows the MP7SE’s sounds to be triggered externally, without being played by the instrument’s keyboard. For example, external MIDI keyboard controlling bass sound in SUB section, while the full MP7SE keyboard is used for the PIANO section. 1. Select the desired piano sound in the MAIN zone and a bass sound in the SUB1 zone.
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The program change messages cannot be loaded to the MP7SE’s internal MIDI recorder. If an SMF file that does not include the MP7SE’s additional setup information is loaded in to the Song Recorder (internal memory) the current sound’s setting will be used. This can be checked by using the ‘Listen’ button before loading the SMF file.
(USB to Host connector) The MP7SE 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.
Software Update This page contains instructions for updating the system software of the MP7SE, when issued by Kawai. Please read these instructions thoroughly before attempting to perform the software update. This update will clear any user-created SOUNDs/SETUPs stored in memory.
Sound List PIANO E.PIANO DRAWBAR ORGAN SK Concert Grand Classic EP T.Wheel 1-A Church Organ SK Studio Grand Classic EP 2 T.Wheel 1-B Full Pipes SK Mellow Grand Classic EP 3 T.Wheel 1-C Full Ensemble Standard Grand Classic EP 4 T.Wheel 1-D Church Organ 2 EX Concert Grand...
Specifications Kawai MP7SE Stage Piano Keyboard 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces Responsive Hammer III (RH III) action with Let-Off, Triple Sensor, and Counterweights 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,...
MIDI Implementation Contents Version 1.0 (June 2017) 1. Recognised data 4. 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 5. Program Change Number List 6. Control Change Number (CC#) Table 2.
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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 MP7SE are as follows NRPN # Data MSB LSB Function & Range 01H 08H Vibrato Rate mm :00H - 7FH(-64 ~ 0 ~ +63)
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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)
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)
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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...
*Sending by [RECORDER CONTROL] buttons RECORD EXIT * Transmit only 3.2 Parameter Send Description Value Notes Exclusive KAWAI ID Channel no. 0-0FH,7FH System Channel = 0-FH, Global = 7FH Function no. Parameter Send Group no. MI Group ID Machine no.
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MIDI Implementation 3.3 Setup Parameters: Global Section Category Parameter Com. Sub. Part Byte Value (HEX) SETUP Setup Mode On/Off 00, 01 (Off, On) SETUP Bank/Variation Bank=00~3F (1-1~8-8) /Vari.=00~03 (A~D) GLOBAL Global EQ Switch 00, 01 (Off, On) Global EQ Low Gain 36~40~4A (-10 ~ +0 ~ +10dB) Global EQ High Gain 36~40~4A (-10 ~ +0 ~ +10dB)
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3.4 Setup Parameters: EDIT Menu Category Parameter Com. Sub. Part Byte Value (HEX) Buttons Part Switch 00, 01 (Off, On) Volume Fader 00~7F Tone Number msb/lsb/prog (*GM mode Program Change) 1.REVERB REVERB Switch 00, 01 (Off, On) 00~05 (Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, LiveHall, Reverb Type Catedral) Reverb Pre Delay...
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MIDI Implementation 3.4 Setup Parameters: EDIT Menu (cont.) Category Parameter Com. Sub. Part Byte Value (HEX) 3.Sound Master Volume 0~7F Panpot 0~40~7F (L64~0~R63) Cutoff 0~40~7F (-64~0~+63) Resonance 0~40~7F (-64~0~+63) DCA Attack Time 0~40~7F (-64~0~+63) DCA Decay Time 0~40~7F (-64~0~+63) DCA Sustain Level 0~40~7F (-64~0~+63) DCA Release Time 0~40~7F (-64~0~+63)
To change internal sounds via MIDI, please refer to the Program Change Number List (page 154). * Note: If the MP7SE receives the Program Number from 1 to 128 and Bank number MSB 0 or 1 in the System Channel, the MP7SE will switch to SETUP mode and the corresponding SETUP is recalled.
MIDI Implementation Program Change Number List Program Mode = Panel Program Mode = GM Program Mode = Panel Program Mode = GM Name Name Prg. Prg. Prg. Prg. SK Concert Grand T.Wheel 1-A SK Studio Grand T.Wheel 1-B SK Mellow Grand T.Wheel 1-C Standard Grand T.Wheel 1-D...
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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.
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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...
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...
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