The Kawai CA901 stands proudly at the pinnacle of Kawai’s Concert Artist series - this flagship digital upright delivers an unrivalled concert-grand experience in a refined modern cabinet. Evolving from the notable CA99, the CA901 brings enhanced sound, touch, and sophistication in every element.

Touch & Key Action

• Grand Feel III Wooden‑Key Action: All 88 keys are full-length wood, featuring a weighted, balanced pivot and realistic see‑saw motion.

• Triple‑Sensor, Let‑Off & Counterweight: Delivers fast repetition, precise responsiveness, and subtle escapement characteristics for realism.

• Ivory & Ebony Touch Surfaces: Moisture‑absorbing, textured keycaps offer refined grip and comfort even in demanding passages

Sound & Piano Modeling

• SHIGERU KAWAI SK‑EX Sound Engine: Powered by the advanced multi-channel SK‑EX Rendering system, featuring the flagship SK‑EX Concert Grand voice plus the new SK‑EX Competition Grand, sampled from the pianist’s position for a clear, articulate attack.

• 256‑Voice Polyphony & Harmonic Imaging XL: Ensures expressive dynamics and full resonance in complex performances

Speaker System & Acoustic Resonance

• TwinDrive Soundboard System: Unique transducer-based system projects sound onto a real wooden soundboard, producing authentic acoustic-like tone and even fingertip vibrations.

• 6‑Speaker Configuration with 360° Diffusers: Combines downward transducers and front-facing speakers for immersive, full-spectrum sound.

Interface & Connectivity

• 5″ Anti‑Glare Colour Touchscreen: Embedded in the left cheekblock, enables intuitive control of sounds, settings, and functions. Can be auto‑disabled to preserve piano-like aesthetics during performance.

• Bluetooth® MIDI & Audio v5: Low-latency wireless streaming for apps like PianoRemote and PiaBookPlayer, as well as MIDI control from smart devices.

• Recording & Playback: Supports USB import/export of MP3, WAV, and SMF files; overdub and built‑in practice pieces; includes Virtual Piano Artisan adjustment functions

Design & Finish

• Elegant Modern Cabinet: Upright design with tapered legs, rounded edges, and Soft‑Fall fallboard for safety and style.

• Finish Options: Available in Satin Black, Polished Ebony, Premium Rosewood, and Satin White

Ideal For

• Aspiring Professionals & Performers: Delivers concert‑level expressivity, touch, and tonal clarity.

• Home & Studio Use: Combines refined aesthetics with powerful sound for both practice and presentation.

• Technical & Educational Growth: Excellent for those who value built-in etudes, recording, playback, and app integration to support learning and creative exploration