Kawai Novus Nv10S Digital Hybrid Piano

Kawai Digital Grand Piano Novus NV10S Hybrid Piano

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HIGHLIGHTS
Peerless Millennium III Hybrid Keyboard	Unique real grand piano damper mechanism
SK-EX Rendering Piano Sound Engine	Premium audio processing and amplification technologies
CONCEPT	The Novus NV10S is the perfect blend of tradition and innovation. A stunning hybrid instrument that combines a full grand piano keyboard action and damper mechanism, with the latest digital sound and amplification technologies. Designed for and tested by professional pianists, the NV10 provides the unmistakable feeling of playing a premium quality acoustic instrument, with all the practicality and convenience of a modern digital. Introducing the Novus NV10S – a hybrid instrument that delivers the true grand piano experience.
TOUCH	The Millennium III Hybrid keyboard action combines real damper mechanism and premium ABS Carbon parts, delivering a highly authentic playing experience. Its extended key length provides a more even response from the front to the back of each key.
FEEL	The NV10S features a full-sized wooden grand piano key stick with extended pivot length for greater control and response. Its unique tactile feedback technology gives you the sensation of playing an acoustic grand.
SOUND	The SK-EX Rendering piano sound engine reproduces the rich and expressive tone of Kawai’s flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX Concert Grand Piano. It also offers customizable sound settings and a vast selection of other instrument sounds.
GALLERY	Explore the Novus NV10S in various settings and angles through our gallery of images.
AUDIO PROCESSING	The NV10S features premium audio processing and amplification technologies, delivering impressive sound quality and power through its built-in sound system.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	The Novus NV10S comes with various additional features, including a built-in metronome, recording capabilities, and connectivity options for USB and MIDI devices. These features are primarily controlled through the NV10’s touchscreen LCD, which is discretely embedded within the instrument’s left cheekblock.  This high resolution touchscreen allows sounds and settings to be adjusted from an attractive user interface simply by tapping or swiping the display with a finger. For piano purists, the screen can be set to fade out automatically while playing, thus preserving the Novus’ classic appearance, and minimising any visual distraction to the performer.
ACCESSORIES	Discover a range of optional accessories to enhance your NV10S experience, from matching benches to headphones and more. Unlike an acoustic piano, the Novus NV10S provides a variety of options for connecting to other devices.  Headphone and audio jacks allow the instrument to be played in silence, or for the sound to be amplified for halls and other large settings, and USB and MIDI ports for transferring music data to and from a computer. The NV10S even supports Bluetooth® MIDI and audio functionality, providing an effortless way to connect and enjoy smart devices wirelessly.

Feature	Description	Image
Touchscreen LCD	These features are primarily controlled through the NV10’s touchscreen LCD, which is discretely embedded within the instrument’s left cheekblock. This high-resolution touchscreen allows sounds and settings to be adjusted from an attractive user interface simply by tapping or swiping the display with a finger. For piano purists, the screen can be set to fade out automatically while playing, thus preserving the Novus’ classic appearance, and minimizing any visual distraction to the performer.
Headphone Connectivity	Unlike an acoustic piano, the Novus NV10S provides a variety of options for connecting to other devices. Headphone and audio jacks allow the instrument to be played in silence, or for the sound to be amplified for halls and other large settings, and USB and MIDI ports for transferring music data to and from a computer. The NV10S even supports Bluetooth® MIDI and audio functionality, providing an effortless way to connect and enjoy smart devices wirelessly.
PianoRemote App	The NV10S’ redesigned communication standard allows the user-friendly touchscreen interface to also be accessed via the dedicated PianoRemote app for iOS and supported Android devices. The app connects to the piano wirelessly via the Novus’ integrated Bluetooth, providing an effortless way to change sounds or enjoy the vast array of built-in music content from the comfort of an armchair.

DIMENSIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Feature	Description	Image
Touchscreen LCD	These features are primarily controlled through the NV10’s touchscreen LCD, which is discretely embedded within the instrument’s left cheekblock. This high-resolution touchscreen allows sounds and settings to be adjusted from an attractive user interface simply by tapping or swiping the display with a finger. For piano purists, the screen can be set to fade out automatically while playing, thus preserving the Novus’ classic appearance and minimizing any visual distraction to the performer.
Headphone Connectivity	Unlike an acoustic piano, the Novus NV10S provides a variety of options for connecting to other devices. Headphone and audio jacks allow the instrument to be played in silence, or for the sound to be amplified for halls and other large settings, and USB and MIDI ports for transferring music data to and from a computer. The NV10S even supports Bluetooth® MIDI and audio functionality, providing an effortless way to connect and enjoy smart devices wirelessly.
PianoRemote App	The NV10S’ redesigned communication standard allows the user-friendly touchscreen interface to also be accessed via the dedicated PianoRemote app for iOS and supported Android devices. The app connects to the piano wirelessly via the Novus’ integrated Bluetooth, providing an effortless way to change sounds or enjoy the vast array of built-in music content from the comfort of an armchair.

Additional Specifications

• Harmonic Imaging XL (HI-XL)
  – 88-key stereo sampling
  – SK-EX, SK-5, EX, K-60 recording
• 256 note maximum polyphony
• SK-EX Rendering: Resonance Modeling
  – Damper Resonance
  – String Resonance
  – Undamped String Resonance
  – Aliquot Resonance
• Harmonic Imaging XL: Acoustic Rendering
  – Damper Resonance
  – String Resonance
  – Undamped String Resonance
  – Cabinet Resonance
• Virtual Technician (21 parameters)
  – Touch Curve (incl. User Touch Curve)
  – Voicing (incl. 88-key User Voicing)
  – Damper Resonance
  – Damper Noise
  – String Resonance
  – Undamped String Resonance
  – Cabinet Resonance
  – Key-off Effect
  – Fall-back Noise
  – Hammer Noise
  – Hammer Delay
  – Topboard Simulation
  – Decay Time
  – Release Time
  – Minimum Touch
  – Stretch Tuning (incl. 88-key User Tuning)
  – Temperament (incl. User Temperament)
  – Temperament Key
  – Key Volume (incl. 88-key User Key Volume)
  – Half-Pedal Adjust
  – Soft Pedal Depth
  * Available parameters may vary depending on the selected sound.
  * ‘User’ parameters require system software v2.08 or later.