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Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White

  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White
  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White
  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White
  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White
  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White
  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White
  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White
  • Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White

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If your goods develop a fault within the warranty period, we'll quickly repair or replace the item for you. If the fault occurs within the first 180 days of your ownership, we'll collect the goods and deliver them back to you free of charge.

We're unable to accept returns of any custom-made items designed to work together as a unique package. Some items are only eligible for the money-back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging.

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Summary of returns policies and timescales

This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.

UK & Europe EU Standard Gear4music Standard Gear4music Optional
Return Period 14 days 30 days up to 180 days
Standard delivery charges refunded? Yes Yes Yes, up to 30 days
Upgraded delivery charges refunded? Standard costs only Standard costs only Standard costs only
Free collection on cancellation No No Yes, up to 30 days
Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item Yes, within 14 days Yes, within 14 days Yes, within 30 days

We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.

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The product price includes 3 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.

However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.

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  • Warranty is extended to 10 years from the date of delivery.
  • Our Money Back guarantee is extended from 30 days to 60 days (terms apply after 30 days)
  • Collection and delivery costs are included for the first 2 years in the event of an item becoming faulty
  • Claim 50% cash back on the cost of the policy after 10 years if it has not been used!
  • Warranty is transferable if the item is re-sold
  • Loan or replacement equipment will be provided if the product isn't repaired within 30 days
  • If an item can not be repaired, a similar alternative product or cash discount (as defined in this policy) will be offered
  • The policy can be cancelled within 30 days, and at any time after that for a pro-rata discount

Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.

For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.

This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.

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To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!

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To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:

Finance APR Rep. Deposit to Pay Payments Total Payable
12 months21.90%£25.0012 months: £21.51
Final Payment: £21.51
No settlement fee		£283.12
24 months21.90%£25.0024 months: £11.92
Final Payment: £11.92
No settlement fee		£311.08
36 months21.90%£25.0036 months: £8.77
Final Payment: £8.77
No settlement fee		£340.72
48 months14.90%£25.0048 months: £6.34
Final Payment: £6.34
No settlement fee		£329.32

How to Apply

Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal. If your order qualifies, during the Payment step you'll see options available underneath the Flexible Payment Options heading. Select your preferred option and then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with our finance partners. Completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.

You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases our finance provider may need to look at the application in more detail.

Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you. Additionally, please note that software downloads are subject to a £300 maximum spend.
Pay by Finance

To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!

Representative Example

To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:

Finance APR Rep. Deposit to Pay Payments Total Payable
12 months21.90%£25.0012 months: £21.51
Final Payment: £21.51
No settlement fee		£283.12
24 months21.90%£25.0024 months: £11.92
Final Payment: £11.92
No settlement fee		£311.08
36 months21.90%£25.0036 months: £8.77
Final Payment: £8.77
No settlement fee		£340.72
48 months14.90%£25.0048 months: £6.34
Final Payment: £6.34
No settlement fee		£329.32

How to Apply

Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal. If your order qualifies, during the Payment step you'll see options available underneath the Flexible Payment Options heading. Select your preferred option and then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with our finance partners. Completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.

You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases our finance provider may need to look at the application in more detail.

Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you. Additionally, please note that software downloads are subject to a £300 maximum spend.

Colour: White

Key Features

  • SK-EX sound provides grand piano tone
  • Grand Feel Compact action delivers authentic wooden-key response
  • 100 W four-speaker system offers room-filling, high-fidelity sound
  • Bluetooth MIDI and Audio delivers convenient wireless connectivity
  • USB audio recording provides simple performance capture and sharing
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Kawai CA501 Digital Piano, Satin White Overview

The Kawai CA501 Digital Piano is suited to aspiring and experienced pianists seeking realistic touch and grand piano sound at home. Its Grand Feel Compact keyboard uses long wooden keys, triple-sensor detection, and Ivory Touch surfaces to recreate the response of an acoustic grand piano. Extended key pivot lengths also help maintain a consistent feel across the keyboard, making practice and performance more natural.



At the heart of the CA501 is Kawai’s Harmonic Imaging XL sound engine, featuring the latest SK-EX Competition Grand piano voice based on the flagship Shigeru Kawai concert grand. A powerful 100W four-speaker system with custom diffuser panels projects sound throughout the room, while Spatial Headphone Sound enhances private practice sessions. Bluetooth MIDI and Audio connectivity, USB recording, lesson functions, and 45 onboard sounds add flexibility for learning, performing, and enjoying music every day.

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Experience a more natural piano touch

The CA501 centres around Kawai’s Grand Feel Compact action, designed to reproduce the familiar response of an acoustic grand piano in a space-efficient cabinet. Every key is crafted from wood and uses a traditional seesaw-style mechanism, helping deliver greater control and consistency across the full 88-note range. Triple-sensor key detection captures subtle playing dynamics accurately, while Ivory Touch key surfaces provide a comfortable feel during longer sessions. Let-off simulation and bass-region counterweights further contribute to a playing experience that responds naturally to changing techniques and musical expression.

Enjoy concert grand character at home

Powered by the Harmonic Imaging XL sound engine, the CA501 recreates the sound of several acclaimed Kawai pianos, including the latest SK-EX Competition Grand. This flagship voice is recorded from the pianist’s perspective, delivering a clear tonal character with excellent dynamic range. Acoustic Rendering technology enhances realism with adjustable resonances, including string, cabinet, and damper effects. For players who enjoy fine-tuning their instrument, the Virtual Technician system provides extensive sound-shaping options, allowing you to tailor touch, voicing, tuning, and resonance settings to suit your preferences.

Fill the room with detailed sound

The CA501 features a redesigned audio system engineered for clarity and balance. Its 100W four-speaker configuration mirrors the projection characteristics of a grand piano, with lower frequencies radiating beneath the instrument and higher frequencies delivered through top-mounted speakers. Custom diffuser panels help spread sound evenly in all directions, creating a more immersive listening experience. The advanced sound hardware is carefully designed for low-noise performance and minimal distortion, while Low Volume Balance maintains tonal consistency and expressive control when practising quietly.

Connect, learn, and record with ease

Built-in Bluetooth MIDI and Audio support makes it easy to connect compatible smart devices without additional cables. Stream music through the piano’s speaker system, use learning apps, or integrate the instrument into your digital workflow. USB connectivity supports MIDI communication, file storage, and direct MP3 or WAV recording, including overdubbing for more detailed performance captures. Dual, Split, and Four Hands modes expand practice and teaching possibilities, while built-in classical studies, Alfred lesson content, metronome functions, and onboard recorder features help keep learning engaging and productive.

Shigeru Kawai Concert Grand Pianos

Shigeru Kawai Concert Grand Pianos are the flagship instruments of the Kawai range, representing the pinnacle of craftsmanship and acoustic performance. Handcrafted by Master Piano Artisans in the Ryugo factory, fewer than 20 of these exquisite pianos are produced each year. Each piano is tuned at least four times before leaving the factory, ensuring impeccable sound quality from the very first note.

The SK-EX is meticulously sampled for use in the CA501, capturing the authentic character of each key. The SK-EX Competition Grand sampling, preserves the unique harmonic nuances, allowing digital pianos to offer an expressive and natural playing experience. With their exceptional build and sound quality, Shigeru Kawai Concert Grand Pianos stand as a premier choice for musicians seeking unparalleled performance.

Free 3 month trial of Skoove, Tomplay & Zapiano

Kawai pianos come complete with a free 3-month trial of Skoove, Tomplay, and a free introductory course with Zapiano. These apps are a great way to improve your playing with access to lessons, sheet music, and interactive feedback, so you can take your playing to the next level. Simply register your new Kawai piano on the Kawai website to claim your trials and find out more.

Specifications

General

  • Country of Origin: Indonesia
  • Finish: Satin White
  • Power Consumption: 30 W
  • Product Code: CA501-SW

Keyboard

  • Action: Grand Feel Compact
  • No. of Keys: 88
  • Hammers: Grade-Weighted
  • Key Material: Wood
  • White Key Surfaces: Ivory Touch
  • Let-Off Simulation: Yes
  • Key Detection: Triple Sensor
  • Counterweights: Bass Region

Pedals

  • Pedal System: Grand Feel
  • Included Pedals: Damper, Soft & Sostenuto
  • Half-Pedal Support: For Damper & Soft

Sounds

  • Sound Engine: Harmonic Imaging XL (HI-XL)
  • Sampling: 88-Key Stereo Sampling
  • Piano Recordings: SK-EX-L, SK-5, EX, K-60
  • Maximum Polyphony: 256 Notes

Piano Resonance

  • Technology: Acoustic Rendering
  • Damper Resonance: Yes
  • String Resonance: Yes
  • Undamped String Resonance: Yes
  • Cabinet Resonance: Yes

Piano Adjustment

  • Virtual Technician: 21 Parameters
  • Touch Curve: Including User Touch Curve
  • Voicing: Including 88-Key User Voicing
  • Damper Resonance: Adjustable
  • Damper Noise: Adjustable
  • String Resonance: Adjustable
  • Undamped String Resonance: Adjustable
  • Cabinet Resonance: Adjustable
  • Key-Off Effect: Adjustable
  • Fall-Back Noise: Adjustable
  • Hammer Delay: Adjustable
  • Hammer Noise: Adjustable
  • Topboard Simulation: Adjustable
  • Decay Time: Adjustable
  • Release Time: Adjustable
  • Minimum Touch: Adjustable
  • Stretch Tuning: Including 88-Key User Tuning
  • Temperament: Including User Temperament
  • Temperament Key: Adjustable
  • Key Volume: Including 88-Key User Key Volume
  • Half-Pedal Adjust: Adjustable
  • Soft Pedal Depth: Adjustable
  • Virtual Technician Smart Mode: 10 Presets

Voices & Effects

  • No. of Voices: 45
  • Reverb: 6 Types
  • Brilliance: Yes
  • Other Effects: 24 Types

Speakers

  • Speakers: 13 cm X 2 Woofers, (8 X 12 cm) X 2 Top Speakers With Diffusers
  • Output Power: 100 W (50 W + 50 W)

Headphones

  • Enhancements: Spatial Headphone Sound

Display

  • Display Type: 128 X 64 Pixel OLED

Design

  • Key Cover: Sliding Type
  • Music Rest: Collapsible Type With 3 Angle Adjustability
  • Score Support Pins: Yes

Product Size & Weight

  • Width: 142.5 cm
  • Depth: 48.5 cm
  • Height: 93 cm
  • Net Weight: 66 kg

Basic Functions

  • Dual: Yes
  • Split: Yes
  • Four Hands: Yes
  • Transpose: Yes
  • Tuning: Yes
  • Low Volume Balance: Yes
  • Registration: Yes
  • Startup Settings: Yes

Internal Songs

  • Sound Demo Songs: 33 Songs
  • Piano Music: 29/42 Songs
  • Concert Magic: 176 Songs

Internal Recorder

  • Total Memory: Approx. 90,000 Notes
  • Number Of Songs: 10 Songs
  • No. of Parts: 2

Metronome

  • Time Signatures: 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8
  • Drum Rhythms: 100 Patterns

Bluetooth

  • Bluetooth MIDI: Ver. 5.0, GATT Compatible
  • Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI: Specification Compliant
  • Bluetooth Audio: Ver. 5.1, A2DP Compatible

USB Audio Recorder

  • Record/Playback Formats: MP3, WAV
  • SMF: Playback Only
  • Other Functions: Overdubbing, Bluetooth Audio Recording

App Functions

  • PianoRemote: IOS/Android
  • PiaBookPlayer: IOS/Android

Connector Jacks

  • Headphone: 1 X 1/4", 1 X 1/8" Stereo Jacks
  • MIDI: USB-MIDI, Bluetooth MIDI
  • Line Out: 1/4" L/Mono, R (Unbalanced)
  • Line In: 1/4" L/Mono, R (Unbalanced)
  • USB To Host: Yes
  • USB To Device: Yes

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