Kawai Concert Artist Classic series CS3, Owner'S Manual

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Preface
„ About this Owner’s Manual
Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owner’s manual.
This section explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power.
The Playing the Piano section (page 12) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the
CS3 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 17) includes
information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, Piano Music pieces, and Lesson function.
The Recorder section (page 21) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored in the instrument’s internal
memory, and the Settings section (page 23) details the settings that can be used to adjust a number of sound and keyboard
characteristics, as well as basic MIDI functionality.
Finally, the Appendix section (page 36) includes listings for all demo, Piano Music, and Lesson function songs, a troubleshooting
guide, assembly instructions, MIDI reference information, and full specification details.
„ CS3 Feature Highlights
RH weighted-key action with Ivory Touch key surfaces
The new Responsive Hammer (RH) action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano, with its realistic
movement and rigid, springless design providing a smooth, natural, piano playing experience. The weight of the
keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the heavier bass hammers and lighter treble hammers of an acoustic piano,
while structural reinforcements within the action assembly ensure greater stability during fortissimo and staccato
passages. This CS3 digital piano also features Kawai’s Ivory Touch key surfaces that gently absorb finger moisture to assist
the player’s performance, while, let-off simulation recreates the subtle ‘notch’ sensation felt when softly playing the keys
of a grand piano, satisfying the expectations of the most discerning pianists.
Progressive Harmonic Imaging (PHI) with 88-key piano sampling
The CS3 digital piano captures the beautiful sound of Kawai’s highly acclaimed hand-built concert grand piano, with
all 88 keys of this exceptional instrument meticulously recorded, analysed and faithfully reproduced using proprietary
Progressive Harmonic Imaging ™ technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the
original grand piano, affording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to
the strongest, boldest fortissimo.
Additional modelling techniques and effects, such as reverb and damper resonance are also applied, delivering a rich
selection of vibrant piano tones with breathtaking realism and authenticity.
Internal Song recorder, Built-in Lesson Function
The CS3 digital piano features a three song recorder, allowing performances to be recorded to internal memory and
played back at the touch of a button. In addition, the convenient lesson feature allows aspiring pianists to learn the
piano using a built-in collection of etudes from Czerny and Burgmüller, or songs from the popular Alfred course books.
The left and right hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows more difficult
passages to be perfected.