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Hey guys, incredible enough there are almost no reviews comparing these 3 models. I'm about to buy one. Can you please give me your honest opinions on these?
I actually liked CA-901 but It sounded a bit quite; they told me It was because the room was so large and the positioning of the piano wasn't great. I could already discern that the quality of sound was great but what I'm looking for in a piano is to feel the vibration, the bass like It's hitting a chord inside me.
Looking for advice on choosing a piano. So far, I've only had the chance to test the Kawai, which left a great impression. Any recommendations or insights would be much appreciated!
I am a beginner and choosing one of them for practice in long run. I personally think actions is more important.. but cant decide yet;”)
I´ve tried them all and Kawai Ca-901 is the winner. Ended up buying one
Kawai CA-901
Pros:
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Sound Engine: The Shigeru Kawai EX Rendering uses high-quality samples from Kawai’s premium concert grand piano, offering a warm and natural tone.
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Key Action: Grand Feel III Wooden Key Action is one of the most authentic digital piano actions available, providing exceptional control and realism.
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Speaker System: The TwinDrive Soundboard creates a rich, resonant sound that closely mimics an acoustic piano.
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Build Quality: Kawai excels in crafting pianos with a traditional feel, and the CA-901’s cabinet and materials reflect that heritage.
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Pedals: Grand piano-style damper resonance and half-pedal support add to the acoustic-like experience.
Cons:
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Tech Features: Fewer modern digital conveniences compared to Roland or Yamaha (e.g., app integration).
For Authentic Piano Feel: The Kawai CA-901 stands out for its unbeatable key action and warm, acoustic-like sound. If I prioritised authentic touch and tone for a classical or acoustic-like playing experience, I’d go with the Kawai CA-901. If I wanted the best all-around features for both traditional and modern playing, the Yamaha CLP-885 just about edges ahead.
I recently had the chance to play some top-tier digital pianos the Kawai CA901, Roland LX9, and Yamaha CLP-885 and I found that their action and sound were significantly better than most, if not all, entry and mid-level upright pianos. The ones who were significant better they would be 4x times + the price of this models I just said. However, whenever I browse Reddit, I often see people putting down digital pianos.
Classical pianists. In your experience, whats the best keyboard for ‘serious’ repertoire? I´m far from a beginner so by serious I mean studying trascendental etudes, rachmaninoff piano concertos, bach cantatas and chorals transcriptions, etc. Thats sort of my repertoire at the moment.
The obvious answer is to get a real piano and theres nothing I would like more, of course! however that may still be two or three years away as my money doesnt allow it (cue in CRYING EMOJI). If you have to go for an electric keyboard, whats been in your experience the best ‘piano-like’ hammer action that replicates an acoustic piano the closest in terms of heaviness?
Any ideas? thoughts? Whats been your experience like?
Thank you very much.
Hi everyone,
I have been playing the Roland FP-30 for 4 years now. Attend music school and definitely want to continue next year.
Time for something new :-) .
In music school I always play on an acoustic upright piano and this is always different in terms of feel, keys and pedals than the Roland FP-30.
I would rather not have a purely acoustic piano because headphones are also useful.
A silent piano is too expensive.
So look for a better digital one :-)
I have now tried the Kawai CA901 in a store and it has a really nice sound, but also a very good key feel.
However, I saw that Roland also has a similar model, with slightly longer built-in keys and comparable in price. However, I can't find a comparison anywhere with the pros and cons of both pianos.
Can anyone provide more information about the difference, pros and cons between the Kawai CA901 and the Roland LX-6?
Or an additional question... should I perhaps compare the Kawai CA901 with another piano? If so, which one and why this?