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  • Page 1 Important Information Preparation DG30 Basic Operation Owner’s Manual Adjustments & Settings Appendix...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    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 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT DO NOT OPEN TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 4 Règles de sécurité (Supplémentairespour le Canada) CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS AVERTISSEMENT CAUTION POUR REDUIRE LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK PROTEGEZ CET APPAREIL DE LA DO NOT OPEN PLUIE OU DE L’HUMIDITE. AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.
  • Page 5 WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following. 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...
  • 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 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. Nameplate This applies only to products distributed by Kawai America Corporation.

  • Page 8: Introduction

     Other company names and product names mentioned or referenced herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of respective owners.  Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co., Ltd. shall have no liability for any acts in violation of the Copyright Act made by any users of this product.

  • Page 9: Owner's Manual Conventions

    Owner’s Manual Conventions This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the DG30 digital piano’s various functions. The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and the appearance of difference kinds of text.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Information Concert Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 1.
  • Page 11 12. Format USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 * For information regarding MIDI functions and settings, please download the supplementary PDF manual from the Kawai Japan website: http://www.kawai-global.com/support/manual/...

  • Page 12: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions ③ ① ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑩ ⑨ ② ⑪ ⑫ DG30 MIDI DC IN 15V USB to HOST PEDAL...
  • Page 13 USB memory device as MP3/WAV audio files. * The DG30 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off the k SOUND buttons instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For more These buttons are used to select the sound(s) that will be heard information, please refer to the “Auto Power Off”...

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Piano

    Grand sound is selected, and the instrument is ready to be played. * The DG30 digital piano incorporates power saving features that can turn off the display and the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to the “Auto...

  • Page 15: Key Cover And Music Rest

    Key cover and music rest  Opening the key cover Gently lift the key cover with both hands, then slowly push it back, into the instrument’s body. To close the key cover, slowly pull the handle with both hands, then gently lower it downward. * Please close the lid slowly in order to avoid injury.

  • Page 16: Volume And Headphones

    Headphones connected  Attaching the headphone hook (optional) A headphone hook is included with the DG30 digital piano and can be used to hang headphones when not in use. If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of the keyboard as shown in the illustration opposite.

  • Page 17: Pedals

    Do not attempt to clean the pedals using rust-removing solvents, abrasives or files.  Grand Feel Pedal System The DG30 digital piano features the Grand Feel Pedal System, which replicates the sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedal weighting of a Shigeru Kawai SK Concert Grand piano.

  • Page 19: Selecting Sounds

    Selecting Sounds The DG30 digital piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical styles. Sounds are arranged into eight categories, with several sounds assigned to each category button. For a complete listing of available instrument sounds, please refer to page 9 of the MIDI Settings manual.

  • Page 20: Dual Mode

    Dual Mode Dual Mode Dual Mode The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound. For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or a church organ combined with a choir, etc. 1. Entering Dual mode Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then press another SOUND button to select the layered sound.
  • Page 21 Dual Mode settings The Dual Mode settings menu allows characteristics of the combined sound to be adjusted.  Dual Mode settings Dual Mode setting Description Default setting Balance Adjust the volume balance between the main and layered sounds. 9 - 9 Layer Octave Shift Raise/lower the pitch of the layered sound in octave steps.

  • Page 22: Split Mode

    Split Mode Split Mode Split Mode The Split Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a different sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section. 1.
  • Page 23 3. Changing the split point Press and hold the FUNCTION button (4HAND), then press the desired split key on the keyboard. The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new split point. Lower section Upper section New split point...

  • Page 24: Four Hands Mode

    Four Hands Mode Four Hands Mode Four Hands Mode The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections in a similar way to that of the Split Mode function. However, with Four Hands Mode enabled, the octave/pitch of each section is automatically adjusted to create two separate 44-key instruments with the same playing range.
  • Page 25 3. Changing the Four Hands mode split point Press and hold the FUNCTION button (DUAL), then press the desired split key on the keyboard. The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new split point. Left section Right section New split point...

  • Page 26: Reverb

    Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall. Some sound types, such as acoustic piano, enable reverb automatically in order to improve acoustic realism. The DG30 digital piano features six different reverb types.  Reverb types...
  • Page 27  Entering the Reverb settings menu Press and hold the REVERB button. The Reverb settings menu will be shown in the LCD display.  Adjusting Reverb settings After entering the Reverb settings menu:  buttons: Adjust selected setting. Press the  or  buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired setting.

  • Page 28: Effects

    In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character and feeling of the instrument. As with reverb, some sound types enable certain effects automatically in order to enhance tonal quality. The DG30 digital piano features 19 different effect types, with 2 combination effects, and 3 additional amplified effects.
  • Page 29  Effects settings (cont.) Effect type Effect setting Description Classic Chorus Mono / Stereo Toggle between a Mono or Stereo effect. Speed Adjust the speed of the chorus. Tremolo / Classic Tremolo / Vibrato Tremolo Dry / Wet Adjust the intensity of the tremolo. Speed Adjust the speed of the tremolo.

  • Page 30: Virtual Technician

    Virtual Technician Virtual Technician In addition to the reverb and effects functions, the overall character of the DG30 acoustic piano sounds can also be dramatically adjusted using the instrument’s Virtual Technician feature. There are two methods of using the Virtual Technician: Smart Mode and Advanced Mode.

  • Page 31: Advanced Mode

     Showing the Virtual Technician Help screen Press the FUNCTION button (HELP). A brief explanation about the currently selected Virtual Technician preset will be shown in the LCD display. Press the  or  buttons to scroll through the explanation if necessary.

  • Page 32: Metronome / Drum Rhythms

    The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. In addition to regular metronome beats, the DG30 digital piano also features a variety of drum rhythms to accompany most playing styles and musical genres.
  • Page 33  Adjusting Metronome settings After entering the Metronome settings menu:  buttons: Adjust selected setting. Press the  or  buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired setting. Press the  or  buttons to adjust the selected setting. * To reset the current setting to the default value, press the ...

  • Page 34: Registration Memories

    Registration Memories Registration Memories Registration Memories The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound selections, split point, reverb and effect settings, and various other panel options) to be stored to a memory and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button.

  • Page 35: Storing A Registration Memory

    Storing a Registration memory 1. Entering Registration Store mode While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display: Press and hold the REGISTRATION button. The registration memory (SOUND) buttons will start to flash. 2. Selecting the Registration memory Press the FUNCTION buttons to select the registration memory bank “A”...

  • Page 36: Registration Edit Menu

    Registration Memories Registration Edit menu The Registration Edit menu allows the currently selected registration memory to be opened in normal playing mode (for further adjustment, or simply to check which sounds are used etc.), or to be saved to USB memory. ...

  • Page 37: Panel Lock

    Panel Lock The Panel Lock function allows the state of all panel buttons to be temporarily locked, preventing sounds and other settings from being changed. This function may prove useful in teaching environments, ensuring that students are not distracted by changing sounds etc. 1.

  • Page 38: Demo Songs

    Demo Songs Demo Songs The Demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of DG30 digital piano. There are over 30 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instruments’ rich selection of high quality sounds and its power speaker system.

  • Page 39: Piano Music

    Piano Music In addition to the sound demonstration songs, the DG30 digital piano also features a selection of popular classical piano works from the Baroque and Romantic periods. Notated scores are provided in the separate “Classical Piano Collection” book*, assisting the musical appreciation and study of each piece.

  • Page 40: Lesson Function

    Lesson Function Lesson Function Lesson Function The Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books and finger exercises. The left and right hand parts of each piece can be practiced separately, adjusting the tempo to perfect difficult passages, before being recorded for self-evaluation.

  • Page 41: Listening To The Selected Lesson Song

    Listening to the selected lesson song This page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and change the playback position. 1. Playing the lesson song After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and a one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play.

  • Page 42: Lesson Function Settings

    Lesson Function Lesson Function Lesson Function settings The Lesson Function settings menu allows the left and right-hand part volumes of the current lesson song to be adjusted, allowing each part to be practiced separately. It is also possible to adjust the playback tempo of the current lesson song, allowing difficult passages to be practised more conveniently.

  • Page 43: Repeating Sections Of A Lesson Song

    Repeating sections of a lesson song The “A-B Loop” feature of the Lesson Function allows sections of the selected lesson song to be “looped” between two points in order to practise difficult passages continuously. 1. Playing the lesson song After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the PLAY/STOP button.

  • Page 44: Recording A Lesson Song Practice

    Lesson Function Lesson Function Recording a lesson song practice The Lesson Function’s Record feature allows the left or right-hand parts of the selected lesson song to be recorded to internal memory, and then played back for self-evaluation. 1. Starting the lesson song recording After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the REC button.

  • Page 45: Finger Exercises

    Hanon exercises, with notated scores provided in the separate “Finger Exercises” book. The DG30 digital piano can also evaluate one’s practice, analysing note accuracy, timing evenness, and note volume consistency, before displaying results for each category. Using this function, players can objectively review their performances, and concentrate on improving a particular area of their technique.

  • Page 46: Concert Magic

    Concert Magic Concert Magic Concert Magic The Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 176 pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo. For a complete listing of available Concert Magic songs, please refer to the separate “Internal Song Lists” booklet. Performing a Concert Magic song The 176 Concert Magic songs are divided into banks “A”...

  • Page 47: Concert Magic Demo Mode

    4. Changing the Concert Magic playback sound Press a SOUND button to change the sound used for the Concert Magic song (melody and accompaniment parts). It is also possible to select independent sounds for the melody and accompaniment parts: Press the FUNCTION button (SPLIT), to enable Concert Magic split mode.

  • Page 48: Concert Magic Settings

    Concert Magic Concert Magic Concert Magic settings The Concert Magic settings menu allows the playback tempo, playing mode, and volume balance to be adjusted.  Concert Magic settings Concert Magic setting Description Default setting Tempo Adjust the playback tempo of the Concert Magic song in beats per minute (BPM). Song specific Mode Change the Concert Magic playing mode (see below).

  • Page 49: Concert Magic Song Arrangement Types

    Concert Magic song arrangement types Concert Magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types, each requiring a different level of skill to be performed correctly. * The Concert Magic arrangement type is for each song is indicated in the “Internal Song Lists” booklet as “EB”, “MP”, or “SK”. ...

  • Page 50: Internal Recorder

    Internal Recorder The DG30 digital piano allows up to 10 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Each song consists of two separate tracks – referred to as “parts” – that can be recorded and played back independently.
  • Page 51 4. Stopping the song recorder Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn off, the recorder will stop, and the part/song will be stored in internal memory. After a few seconds, the Internal Recorder play screen will be shown in the LCD display, indicating that the song is ready for * The maximum recording capacity is approximately 90,000 notes, with playback.

  • Page 52: Playing A Song

    Internal Recorder Internal Recorder Playing a song This function is used to playback recorder songs stored in internal memory. To playback a song/part immediately after recording, start this process from step 2. 1. Entering song play mode Press the PLAY/STOP button. The Internal Recorder play screen will be shown in the LCD display.

  • Page 53: Internal Recorder Edit Menu

    Internal Recorder Edit menu The Internal Recorder Edit menu features settings that allow the pitch of the keyboard or song to be adjusted in semi-tone steps. This menu also includes functions to delete the song, or convert the song to an audio file. ...

  • Page 54: Erasing A Part/Song

    Internal Recorder Internal Recorder Erasing a part/song This function is used to erase recorder parts that may have been recorded incorrectly or songs that are no longer listened to. Once a part/song has been erased from memory it cannot be recovered. 1.

  • Page 55: Converting A Song To An Audio File

    Converting a song to an audio file 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. 1. Selecting the Convert to Audio function After entering the Internal Recorder edit menu (see page 53): Press the ...

  • Page 56: Usb Recorder

    Recording an MP3/WAV audio file The DG30 digital piano is also capable of recording performances 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 –...
  • Page 57 3. Starting the USB recorder Press a key on the keyboard, or the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn on, and recording will start. The current recording time will also be shown in the LCD display. Recording * Pressing the PLAY/STOP button allows a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of the song.

  • Page 58: Playing An Mp3/Wav Audio File

    Playing an MP3/WAV audio file The DG30 digital piano is also capable of playing MP3 and WAV audio files stored on a USB memory device directly through the instrument’s speaker system. This function is particularly useful when attempting to learn the chords or melody to a new piece, or to simply play along with one’s favorite song.
  • Page 59 Please refer to page 64 for more information.  Overdub function The Overdub function allows the sound of the DG30 to be recorded (overdubbed) to an existing MP3 or WAV audio file. Please refer to page 66 for more information.

  • Page 60: Recording A Midi Song File

    Recording a MIDI song file In addition to MP3 and WAV audio files, the DG30 digital piano is also capable of recording 16 track SMF (Standard MIDI File) format songs directly to a USB memory device. This useful function allows multi-track performances to be created one part at a time, without the need for additional recording devices.
  • Page 61 4. Starting the USB recorder Press a key on the keyboard, or the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn on, and recording will start. The current recording time will also be shown in the LCD display. Recording * Pressing the PLAY/STOP button allows a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of the song.

  • Page 62: Playing A Midi Song File

    Playing a MIDI song file The DG30 digital piano also supports the playback of Standard MIDI File (SMF) files and DG30 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite Progressive Harmonic Imaging sound engine.
  • Page 63  Convert MIDI to Audio function The Convert MIDI to Audio function allows MIDI files or DG30 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device to be converted to MP3/WAV audio files. Please refer to page 65 for more information.

  • Page 64: Usb Recorder Edit Menu

    USB Recorder USB Recorder USB Recorder Edit menu The USB Recorder Edit menu allows the playback mode of the audio/MIDI file to be changed to one of four types. This menu also features settings to adjust the MIDI song playback tempo, to transpose the pitch of the keyboard or MIDI song in semi-tone steps, and to control the part playback of a MIDI song.

  • Page 65: Converting A Midi Song File To An Mp3/Wav

    Converting a MIDI song file to an MP3/WAV audio file This function allows MIDI files or DG30 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file (to the USB device) in either MP3 or WAV format.

  • Page 66: Overdubbing An Mp3/Wav Audio File

    USB Recorder Overdubbing an MP3/WAV audio file This function allows the sound of the DG30 to be recorded (overdubbed) to an existing MP3 or WAV audio file stored on a USB memory device. * This function records/overdubs to a copy of the selected file – the original audio file will not be modified.

  • Page 67: Recording To An Existing Midi Song File

    Recording to an existing MIDI song file This function allows the parts (tracks) of a MIDI song file to be re-recorded, or for new parts to be added. 1. Selecting the MIDI song file to be re-recorded/added to While the Song Browser Player screen is shown in the LCD display: Press the ...

  • Page 68: Function Menus

    Function menus Function menus The Function menus contain a variety of options to adjust the DG30 digital piano’s operation and sound. Settings are grouped by category, providing convenient access to relevant controls. Once adjusted, settings can be stored to one of the instrument’s 16 registration memories, or selected as the default power-on settings with the Startup Setting function.

  • Page 69: Basic Settings

    Basic Settings The Basic Settings menu contains settings to adjust the pitch, tuning, and general sound of the instrument. This menu also allows favourite panel settings to be stored, or reset back to the original factory configuration.  Basic Settings Setting Description Default setting...

  • Page 70: Key Transpose

    Basic Settings Key Transpose The Key Transpose setting allows the pitch of the DG30 digital piano 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 71: Song Transpose

    Song Transpose The Song Transpose setting allows the pitch of MIDI files or DG30 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device to be raised or lowered in semi-tone steps when played back. 1. Selecting the Song Transpose setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69): Press the ...

  • Page 72: Tone Control

    Tone Control The Tone Control setting allows the overall sound character of the DG30 digital piano to be adjusted to provide the best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are eight different preset EQ settings available, with an additional “User”...

  • Page 73: User Tone Control

    User Tone Control The User Tone Control option allows finer control over the instrument’s sound character, allowing the volume of four frequency bands to be adjusted individually. It is also possible to adjust the frequency range of the mid-low and mid-high frequency bands. ...

  • Page 74: Speaker Volume

    Basic Settings Speaker Volume The Speaker Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the DG30 digital piano’s speaker output to be reduced, providing finer adjustment control over the master volume. This setting can also function as a volume limiter, preventing the instrument from being played too loudly in the home or classroom etc.

  • Page 75: Tuning

    Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the DG30 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments. 1. Selecting the Tuning setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69): Press the ...

  • Page 76: Damper Hold

    Basic Settings Basic Settings Damper Hold The Damper Hold setting is used to determine whether sounds such as organ or strings should be sustained continuously when the sustain (damper) pedal is pressed, or whether these sounds should decay, naturally.  Damper Hold setting Damper Hold Description Organ, strings, etc.

  • Page 77: Split

    Split The Split setting provides an alternative method to enabling the Split Mode function, and may prove useful in teaching environments or situations where the function should be enabled automatically every time the DG30 digital piano is turned on. When enabled, all Split Mode control operations are identical to those explained on page 22.

  • Page 78: Four Hands

    The Four Hands setting provides an alternative method to enabling the Four Hands Mode function, and may prove useful in teaching environments or situations where the function should be enabled automatically every time the DG30 digital piano is turned on. When enabled, all Four Hands Mode control operations are identical to those explained on page 24.

  • Page 79: Startup Setting

    The Startup Setting function allows preferred panel functions/settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and automatically recalled as the default settings every time the DG30 digital piano is turned on. * Startup Settings can also be saved to and loaded from USB memory devices. Please refer to pages 123/118 for more information.

  • Page 80: Factory Reset

    Basic Settings Factory Reset The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the User Memory function, restoring the DG30 digital piano to its factory default settings. * This function will not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory.

  • Page 81: Auto Display Off

    The Auto Display Off setting can be used to automatically turn off the display when the control panel is not being operated. * To prevent the DG30 digital piano’s OLED display from “burn in” as a result of showing the same screen for an extended period of time, this setting is enabled by default.

  • Page 82: Auto Power Off

    Basic Settings Auto Power Off The Auto Power Off setting can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity. This function may be enabled by default, depending on the market location. * This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on. ...

  • Page 83: Virtual Technician Settings

    Virtual Technician Settings The Virtual Technician settings of the DG30 digital piano allow the player to adjust advanced parameters such as hammer hardness, action regulation, cabinet size, and a variety of other acoustic characteristics, in order to suit their personal preferences. Virtual Technician settings are adjusted and stored independently for each sound, variation, allowing flexible control over the characteristics of each piano voice.
  • Page 84 Virtual Technician Settings Virtual Technician Settings  Selecting and adjusting the desired setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu:  buttons: Adjust selected setting. Press the  or  buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired setting. Press the  or  buttons to adjust the selected setting. ...

  • Page 85: Touch Curve

    Touch Curve As with an acoustic piano, the DG30 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation to the strength and velocity of playing –...

  • Page 86: User Touch Curve

    Virtual Technician Settings Virtual Technician Settings 1. Selecting the Touch Curve setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 83): Press the  or  buttons to select the Touch Curve setting. 2. Changing the Touch Curve type Press the  or  buttons to cycle through the different Touch Curve types.

  • Page 87: Voicing

    The Voicing setting recreates various hammer properties, allowing the overall tonal character of the DG30 digital piano to be adjusted. There are six different preset voicing settings available (applied uniformly to all keys), with an additional four “User”...

  • Page 88: User Voicing

    Virtual Technician Settings Virtual Technician Settings User Voicing The User Voicing function allows each of the 88 keys to be voiced individually. 1. Selecting the User Voicing type After selecting the Voicing setting: Press the  or  buttons to select the User Voicing type. * Up to four different User Voicing memories can be created and stored.

  • Page 89: Damper Resonance

    The DG30 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance sound to be adjusted.

  • Page 90: Damper Noise

    The DG30 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted. The speed at which the damper pedal is pressed will also influence the prominence of the damper noise, with fast pedalling creating a very pronounced sound.

  • Page 91: String Resonance

    String Resonance refers to a phenomenon that exists in acoustic pianos whereby the strings of held notes resonate “sympathetically” with other notes of the same harmonic overtone series. The DG30 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the String Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance to be adjusted.

  • Page 92: Undamped String Resonance

    – independently of the damper pedal position – helping to enrich the sound with additional harmonics and tonal colour. The DG30 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Undamped String Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance sound to be adjusted.

  • Page 93: Cabinet Resonance

    The keybed, inner and outer rim, iron plate, and beams all play a role in disseminating sound energy, which in turn gives the piano a living, breathing quality. The DG30 digital piano recreates these natural acoustic characteristics, with the Cabinet Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance sound to be adjusted.

  • Page 94: Key-Off Effect

    (e.g. legato playing). The DG30 digital piano reproduces both characteristics, with the Key-off Effect setting allowing the volume of the key-off sound to be adjusted, and the key-off release speed detection to be turned on or off.

  • Page 95: Fall-Back Noise

    When playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning (i.e. “falling back”) to the neutral position after a key is released. The DG30 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted.

  • Page 96: Hammer Delay

    When playing pianissimo passages using an acoustic piano, there may be a perceived delay between a key being pressed and the hammer striking the strings. If desired, the DG30 digital piano can recreate this delay, with the Hammer Delay setting allowing the delay length to be adjusted.

  • Page 97: Topboard Simulation

    The DG30 digital piano simulates these characteristics, with four different topboard positions. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

  • Page 98: Decay Time

    When playing an acoustic grand piano, the length of the instrument influences the speed at which held notes decay, with longer grand pianos (i.e. longer strings) characterised by longer decay times. The DG30 digital piano simulates this characteristic, with the Decay Time setting allowing the length of decay while keys are pressed to be adjusted.

  • Page 99: Minimum Touch

    Minimum Touch The Minimum Touch setting allows the minimum key velocity required to produce a sound to be adjusted. By default, this setting recreates the extremely fine touch sensitivity of a concert grand piano, allowing a very soft sound to be produced with the slightest of key touches. However, it may be desirable to reduce this sensitivity, when wishing to recreate the sensitivity of a small grand piano or an upright piano.

  • Page 100: Stretch Tuning

    Virtual Technician Settings Virtual Technician Settings Stretch Tuning Stretch tuning is a piano-specific tuning method used by acoustic piano technicians in which the lower octaves are tuned slightly flatter and the upper octaves are tuned slightly sharper to match the natural harmonics of an acoustic piano.

  • Page 101: User Tuning

    User Tuning The User Tuning function allows each of the 88 keys to be tuned individually. 1. Selecting the User Tuning type After selecting the Stretch Tuning setting (page 100): Press the  or  buttons to select the User Tuning type. * Up to four different User Tuning memories can be created and stored.

  • Page 102: Temperament

    Virtual Technician Settings Temperament The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the DG30 digital piano to be changed from the modern “Equal Temperament” standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It is also possible to create customised temperaments using the User Temperament function.

  • Page 103: User Temperament

    User Temperament The User Temperament function allows custom temperaments to be created. 1. Selecting the User Temperament After selecting the Temperament setting (page 102): Press the  or  buttons to select the User temperament, then press the FUNCTION button (EDIT). The User Temperament screen will be shown in the LCD display.

  • Page 104: Temperament Key

    Virtual Technician Settings Virtual Technician Settings Temperament Key The Temperament Key setting allows the key of the selected temperament to be specified. When using a temperament other than Equal temperament, use this setting to specify the key signature of the piece. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds.

  • Page 105: Key Volume

    Key Volume The Key Volume setting allows the volume of different regions of the keyboard to be subtly reduced. There are four different damping presets available, with an additional “User” setting allowing players to perform subtle volume adjustments on each individual key. While the default “Normal”...

  • Page 106: User Key Volume

    Virtual Technician Settings Virtual Technician Settings User Key Volume The User Key Volume settings allows the volume of each of the 88 keys to be adjusted individually. 1. Selecting the User Key Volume type After entering the Key Voicing setting: Press the ...

  • Page 107: Half-Pedal Adjust

    Half-Pedal Adjust The Half-Pedal Adjust setting allows the point at which the damper/sustain pedal becomes effective (i.e. when the dampers of the piano begin to lift from the strings) to be adjusted. This setting may be useful for pianists that habitually rest their right foot on the damper/sustain pedal, but do not necessarily wish to sustain the sound.

  • Page 108: Soft Pedal Depth

    Virtual Technician Settings Soft Pedal Depth The Soft Pedal Depth setting adjusts the extent to which the soft (left) pedal of the DG30 digital piano softens the sound of played notes. While the default value is intended to replicate the effectiveness of a concert grand Una Corda pedal, it may be desirable for players to increase or decrease the value of this setting to suit their playing style.

  • Page 109: Phones Settings

    Phones Settings The Phones Settings menu contains settings to select the SHS (Spatial Headphone Sound) mode, the type of headphones to be used, and the output volume of the connected headphones.  Phones Settings Setting Description Default setting SHS Mode Select the desired SHS (Spatial Headphone Sound) mode.

  • Page 110: Shs Mode

    Phones Settings SHS Mode Spatial Headphone Sound (SHS) is a special feature of the DG30 digital piano that enhances the depth and realism of the acoustic piano sound when listening through headphones or earphones. The SHS Mode setting allows the player to select from one of three different acoustic presets that adjust the spatial positioning of the sound, while also helping to reduce auditory fatigue when using earphones or headphones for extended periods of time.

  • Page 111: Phones Type

    Phones Type The Phones Type setting optimises the sound of the DG30 digital piano when listening through different types of headphones or earphones. * This setting does not affect the speaker or Line Out sound.  Phones Type setting Phones Type...

  • Page 112: Phones Volume

    Phones Settings Phones Volume The Phones Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the headphones output to be increased. The default setting for Phones Volume is “Normal” in order to protect an individual’s ears from excessive volume levels. The “High” setting may be selected when using headphones with a high impedance, or in situations where it is desirable to increase the maximum volume level of the headphones output.

  • Page 113: Usb Midi (Usb To Host Connector)

    (USB to Host connector) The DG30 digital piano 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 114: Usb Menu

    Load a Startup Settings file from a USB memory device into the instrument. Save Internal Song Save a recorder song stored in internal memory to a USB memory device as a Kawai song file. Save SMF Song Save a recorder song stored in internal memory to a USB memory device as an SMF (MIDI) file.

  • Page 115: Load Song

    Load Song The Load Song function is used to load DG30 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. * This function will overwrite any song data stored in the selected song memory. * For more information about the instrument’s “Internal Song Recorder” feature, please refer to page 50.

  • Page 116: Load Registration All

    USB Menu Load Registration All The Load Registration All function is used to load a file containing all 16 DG30 registrations, stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s registration memories. * This function will overwrite all existing Registration memories.

  • Page 117: Load Registration Single

    Load Registration Single The Load Registration Single function is used to load a single DG30 registration file stored on a USB memory device into one of the instrument’s registration memories. * This function will overwrite the selected Registration memory. * For more information about the instrument’s Registration feature, please refer to page 34.

  • Page 118: Load Startup Setting

    Load Startup Setting The Load Startup Setting function is used to load a DG30 startup setting file stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s startup memory. The loaded settings will be used as the default settings every time the DG30 digital piano is turned on.

  • Page 119: Save Internal Song

    Save Internal Song The Save Internal Song function is used to save DG30 recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device in Kawai’s native song format. * Songs saved in the native Kawai song format can be later reloaded into the instrument’s internal recorder memory.

  • Page 120: Save Smf Song

    USB Menu Save SMF Song The Save SMF Song function is used to save DG30 recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device as a Standard MIDI File (SMF). * Songs saved in SMF format cannot be later reloaded into the instrument’s internal recorder memory, however MIDI song files stored on a USB memory device can be edited using the 16 track recorder function.

  • Page 121: Save Registration All

    Save Registration All The Save Registration All function is used to save a file containing all DG30 registration memories stored in the instrument to a USB memory device. * For more information about the instrument’s “Registration” feature, please refer to page 34.

  • Page 122: Save Registration Single

    USB Menu Save Registration Single The Save Registration Single function is used to save a single DG30 registration memory stored in the instrument to a USB memory device. * For more information about the instrument’s Registration feature, please refer to page 34.

  • Page 123: Save Startup Setting

    Save Startup Setting The Save Startup Setting function is used to save the current DG30 Startup Settings to a USB memory device. * For more information about the instrument’s “Startup Setting” feature, please refer to page 79. 1. Selecting the Save Startup Setting function After entering the USB Menu (page 114): Press the ...

  • Page 124: Rename File

    USB Menu USB Menu Rename File The Rename File function is used to rename song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. 1. Selecting the Rename File function After entering the USB Menu (page 114): Press the  or  buttons to select the Rename File function. Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER).

  • Page 125: Delete File

    Delete File The Delete File function is used to delete song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered. 1. Selecting the Delete File function After entering the USB Menu (page 114): Press the ...

  • Page 126: Format Usb

    USB Menu Format USB The Format USB function is used to format the connected USB memory device, erasing all stored data. The USB 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.

  • Page 127: Bluetooth Settings

    Bluetooth Settings The Bluetooth Settings menu contains settings to enable/disable Bluetooth MIDI and Bluetooth Audio, and adjust the volume of the Bluetooth Audio input. * Availability of Bluetooth MIDI function dependent on market location.  Bluetooth Settings Setting Description Default setting Bluetooth Audio Enable/disable the instrument’s Bluetooth Audio function.

  • Page 128: Bluetooth Audio

    After enabling the Bluetooth Audio function of the DG30 digital piano, enable Bluetooth communications on the smart device. After a few seconds “DG30 Audio” should appear in the smart device’s Bluetooth settings device list. Tap the “DG30 Audio” entry to connect the instrument to the smart device.

  • Page 129: Bluetooth Audio Volume

    Bluetooth Audio Volume The Bluetooth Audio Volume setting is used to increase or decrease the volume level of Bluetooth Audio playback. While it’s generally preferable to adjust the audio volume level on the smart device itself, this setting may still be useful in certain situations.

  • Page 130: Bluetooth Midi

    It should now be possible for MIDI apps to communicate wirelessly with the DG30 digital piano. * When the DG30 digital piano is connected to a smart device via Bluetooth MIDI, the USB MIDI and MIDI IN/OUT connectors will be disabled.

  • Page 131: Assembly Instructions

    Please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the DG30 digital piano. Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the DG30 digital piano, especially when lifting the main body of the instrument onto the stand.
  • Page 132 Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions 1. Attaching the legs to the piano flat washer Bring the leg (B) to the mounting position of the spring washer main body (A). socket screw Insert a spring washer and a flat washer into the socket screw in this order.
  • Page 133 Secure the pedal cable to the pedals using the two cable clamps. 4. Attaching the headphone hook (optional) A headphone hook is included with the DG30 digital piano and can be used to hang headphones when not in use. If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of the main body using the two tapping screws provided.

  • Page 134: Connecting To Other Devices

    If this occurs, turn the power off and then on again to reset the amplifier protection circuit. Do not connect the LINE IN and LINE OUT jacks of the DG30 digital piano together with the same cable. An audio loop (oscillation sound) will occur, resulting in damage to the unit.

  • Page 135: Jack Panel

     USB to Host port (“B” type) These jacks are used to connect the DG30 digital piano to This USB port is used to connect the DG30 digital piano to a external MIDI devices, or to a computer (using a USB-MIDI computer using an inexpensive USB cable.

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The tables below summarise issues that may be experienced with the DG30 digital piano, explaining the typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s).  Power Issue Possible Cause and Solution Page no. The instrument does not turn on. Check that the power cable is firmly attached to the instrument, and p.
  • Page 137 Check that a USB MIDI driver is installed on the computer. p. 113 using a USB cable (or a USB-MIDI adaptor), Check that “USB Audio Device” or “KAWAI USB MIDI” is selected in the p. 113 however the software does not respond to key software’s input/output device settings.

  • Page 138: Demo Song List

    Liszt EX Concert Grand Hungarian Rhapsodies No.6 Liszt SK-5 GrandPiano Lieder Ohne Worte No.18 “Duetto” Mendelssohn Studio Grand Original Kawai Studio Grand 2 Original Kawai Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 Beethoven Mellow Grand 2 La Fille aux Cheveux de lin...

  • Page 139: Settings List

    Settings List The tables below list all of the settings/functions that can be adjusted from the DG30 digital piano’s panel interface, in addition to available ranges/types, default settings, and Registration/Startup Setting storing capabilities. Registration Startup Setting Setting Name Range / Type Default Setting 1.
  • Page 140 Settings List Registration Startup Setting Setting Name Range / Type Default Setting 3. Phones Settings SHS Mode Off, Forward, Normal, Wide Normal –  Phones Type Normal, Open, Semi-open, Closed, Inner-ear, Canal Normal –  Phones Volume Normal, High Normal –...

  • Page 141: Sound List

    Sound List PIANO1 BASS SK ConcertGrand Wood Bass EX ConcertGrand Electric Bass SK-5 GrandPiano Fretless Bass Studio Grand W. Bass & Ride Studio Grand 2 OTHERS : PIANO Mellow Grand Jazz Grand Mellow Grand 2 Studio Grand 3 PIANO2 Mellow Grand 3 Upright Piano Rock Piano Standard Grand...
  • Page 142 Sound List Sound List Drawbar Organ 5 Rhythm Guitar Jazzer Electric Guitar Soft Solo E. Guitar 2 ElectronicOrgan E. Guitar 3 60’s Organ Muted Electric Perc. Organ Cutting Guitar Tibia Bass Country Lead Rock Organ OverdriveGuitar OTHERS : CHURCHORGAN Dynmic Ov.drive Principal Oct.
  • Page 143 Celtic Harp OTHERS : PIPE Timpani Flute & Strings OTHERS : CHOIR & HIT Piccolo Choir 3 Jazz Flute Voice Oohs Big Band Winds Humming OrchestralWinds DoReMi # Flute DoReMi b Ballad Flute Synth Vocal Recorder Analog Voice Pan Flute Orchestra Hit Blown Bottle Bass Hit Plus...
  • Page 144 Sound List Crystal Horse Gallop Synth Mallet Bird Tweet 2 Brightness Cat&Dog&Harp Brightness 2 Telephone Goblin Telephone 2 Echoes Door Creak Echo Bell Door Slam Echo Pan Scratch Sci-Fi Wind Chime OTHERS : ETHNIC Helicopter Sitar Car Engine Sitar 2 Car Stopping Banjo Car Passing...

  • Page 145: Drum Sound Mapping List

    Drum Sound Mapping List Standard Set Room Set Power Set Electronic Set High Q High Q High Q High Q Slap Slap Slap Slap Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Sticks Sticks Sticks...
  • Page 146 Drum Sound Mapping List Analog Set Jazz Set Brush Set Orchestra Set SFX Set High Q High Q High Q Closed Hi-hat 2 Slap Slap Slap Pedal Hi-hat Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Push Open Hi-hat 2 Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Ride Cymbal 1 Sticks...

  • Page 147: Drum Rhythm List

    Drum Rhythm List Rhythm Name Rhythm Name 8 Beat 1 Hip Hop 3 8 Beat 2 Hip Hop 4 8 Beat 3 Techno 1 Techno 2 16 Beat 1 Techno 3 16 Beat 2 16 Beat 3 Heavy Techno 16 Beat 4 8 Shuffle 1 16 Beat 5 8 Shuffle 2...

  • Page 148: Information About Bluetooth

     About Bluetooth ▮ ▮ About Bluetooth About Bluetooth ・The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kawai ▮ About Bluetooth ▮ About Bluetooth ・The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg.

  • Page 149: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Pełny tekst deklaracji zgodności UE jest dostępny pod następującym adresem internetowym: DECLARAÇÃO UE DE CONFORMIDADE SIMPLIFICADA O(a) abaixo assinado(a) Kawai Europa GmbH declara que o presente tipo de equipamento de rádio [ DG30 ] está em conformidade com a Diretiva 2014/53/UE. Portuguese O texto integral da declaração de conformidade está...

  • Page 150: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Kawai DG30 Digital Piano Keyboard 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action with Let-Off, Triple Sensor, and Counterweights Sound Source Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ (PHI), 88-key piano sampling Internal Sounds 355 voices PIANO1 x 7, PIANO2 x 7, E.PIANO x 7, ORGAN x 8, HARPSI & MALLETS x 6, STRINGS &...
  • Page 152 DG30 Owner’s Manual 3000003494 SP00000470 R100 OW1140E-S2004 Copyright © 2020 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Printed in Indonesia...

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