Kawai ES120 Black
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Essential Information About the Kawai ES120 Digital Piano
Essential Information About the Kawai ES120 Digital Piano
- Realistic RHC 88-Key Touch: compact hammer action simulating the "weighted touch" of a grand piano, smoother and quieter.
- Concert-quality Sounds: Harmonic Imaging technology from the SK-EX and EX pianos, with 192-note polyphony and SHS for immersive headphone experience.
- Modern Connectivity: Bluetooth Audio/MIDI, USB to Host, and line outputs for stage, home studio, and learning.
- Portable Format: only 12.5 kg, elegant design and compact dimensions for easy setup.
Manufacturer Information
Kawai
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A Best-Seller in the ES Series, Designed for Everyday Use
Following the line of Kawai portable digital pianos, the ES120 concentrates the brand's expertise in a slim and elegant chassis. Versatile, it is suitable for both demanding beginners and experienced pianists looking for a portable keyboard to rehearse, accompany, or perform.Keyboard Design
88 keys with Responsive Hammer Compact (RHC) action offering a graded hammer response and precise velocity sensitivity. New internal materials reduce noise, especially on key release, for smoother and quieter playability. Matte-finished keys provide a comfortable grip during extended sessions.Sound Quality
Powered by Harmonic Imaging technology, the ES120 stereo samples the grand pianos Shigeru Kawai SK-EX and Kawai EX, with nuanced tones, sympathetic resonances, and natural damper noises. The 192-note polyphony ensures integrity of fast passages and long pedal use. The SHS (Spatial Headphone Sound) system widens the stereo image on headphones for more natural and less fatiguing playing. Built-in speakers deliver clear sound for daily practice.Built-in Effects
- Reverb (room to large hall ambiances)
- Brilliance/EQ (spectrum and character adjustment)
- Pedal resonance simulation and string sympathetic resonances
Technical specifications
| Effects | Reverb, EQ | Touch | Heavy |
| Arpeggiator | No | Split & layer | layer, split |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Max polyphony | 192 |
| Speaker diameter | 4,7" | USB to Host port | Yes |
| Number of speakers | 2 | Outputs | Mono & stereo audio, 3.5 mm headphone, 6.5 mm headphone, Pedal output |
| Velocity sensitive | Yes | Color | Black |
| MIDI DIN I/O | No | Finishing | Matt |
| Number of keys | 88 | ||
| Action | Responsive Hammer Compact (RHC) | Computer/tablet connection | USB to Host, direct |
| Playing modes | Dual, Split | Audio outputs | 6.35 mm stereo (L/R) |
| Sound engine | Harmonic Imaging | 2 headphone outputs | 6.35 mm and 3.5 mm |
| Sampled pianos | Shigeru Kawai SK-EX and Kawai EX in stereo | Pedal inputs | compatible with F10-H sustain pedal and GFP-3 triple pedal unit |
| Expanded bank | upright pianos, vintage electric pianos, strings, basses | Control panel | integrated glossy strip |
| Polyphony | 192 notes | Dimensions | 1305 x 280 x 150 mm |
| Headphone sound system | SHS (Spatial Headphone Sound) | Weight | 12.5 kg |
| Simulations | damper resonance and sympathetic resonances | Power adapter | included |
| Metronome | built-in | Music rest | for sheet music |
| Rhythm styles | 100 | Owner's manual | included |
| Internal recorder | 3 tracks, up to 15,000 notes | Functions | Registration Memories and Low Volume Balance |
| Settings | touch curve, transposition, temperaments, speaker EQ | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Kawai ES120 have a weighted action?
The Responsive Hammer Compact (RHC) action features 88 graded hammer keys with velocity sensitivity. The matte finish keys and internal noise-reducing materials promote quieter play when releasing the keys.
Can headphones be used with this digital piano?
Two headphone outputs are available, with 6.35 mm jack and 3.5 mm mini-jack connectors. The Spatial Headphone Sound (SHS) system widens the stereo image when listening through headphones.
What Bluetooth connectivity is built in?
This instrument includes Bluetooth MIDI version 5.0 for controlling apps, and Bluetooth Audio version 5.1 for streaming tracks. A USB to Host port also allows direct connection to a computer or tablet.
Can the Kawai ES120 be connected to a PA system?
Stereo audio outputs with 6.35 mm jack connectors enable connection to a sound system. No MIDI DIN input or output is provided.
What features are available for practicing piano at home?
A metronome, 100 rhythm styles, and a 3-track recorder with a capacity of 15,000 notes are included. Dual and Split modes allow layering or dividing voices across the keyboard. Compatibility with PianoRemote and PiaBookPlayer provides access to settings control and learning tools.



