Embracing innovative technologies
The ES520 is a completely new mid-range portable digital piano model that affordably delivers incredible acoustic piano-like touch and tone in a surprisingly compact design.
Kawai’s Progressive Harmonic Imaging sound technology along with our best-in-class Responsive Hammer Compact II keyboard action combine to create a high-performance instrument suitable for the home, studio, stage, or school.
34 authentic sounds, including acoustic pianos, electric pianos, organs, strings, bass etc.
Highlights
Responsive Hammer Compact II keyboard action with grade-weighted keys and triple-sensor system
Motherboard and amplification developed in partnership with Onkyo, 40W speaker system
Support for latest PianoRemote control app for iOS/Android
Modern HM-5 designer stand and F-302 triple pedal bar (optional accessory)
Bluetooth MIDI and Audio functionality with aptX support for wireless communication and audio playback
Responsive Hammer Compact II (RHC II) weighted-key keyboard action
The new Responsive Hammer Compact II (RHC II) action has been developed to reproduce the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano.
The weight of the keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the heavier bass and lighter treble hammers of acoustic pianos, with a smooth matte texture applied to each black and white key for enhanced playability.
As with other Kawai digital piano keyboard actions, Responsive Hammer Compact II utilizes triple sensor hammer velocity detection, and features a springless mechanism that delivers a smooth and natural piano playing experience.
Strong selection of additional instrument sounds
Complementing the realistic acoustic piano voices, the ES520 digital piano also features a strong selection of additional instrument sounds, ranging from electric pianos and drawbar and church organs, to string, choir, and mallet instruments, inviting musicians to add greater variety to their performances.
Wide range of connectivity options
The ES520 digital piano features a variety of standard connectivity options, with Line-level output jacks that allow the instrument to be enjoyed in larger settings such as churches and schools. Standard MIDI and USB to Host connectors ensure flexibility when using computers and other electronic instruments.
Shigeru Kawai SK-EX and Kawai EX instruments reproduced with Harmonic Imaging sound technology
The ES520 digital piano captures the rich, expressive sound of the Kawai SK-EX and EX grand pianos, with all 88 keys of these exceptional instruments meticulously recorded, analyzed and faithfully reproduced using Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ sound technology.
This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the original grand pianos, affording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to the strongest, boldest fortissimo.