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Specifications
Keyboard & Action
ActionResponsive Hammer III, RHIII
Keys88 weighted keys
Key SurfacesIvory Touch
Touch FeaturesGrade-weighted hammers, triple sensor hammer detection, let-off, counterweights, improved key cushioning
Pedals
SystemGrand Feel Pedal System
FunctionsSustain with half-pedal support, soft, sostenuto
Piano Sound
Sound EngineProgressive Harmonic Imaging, PHI
Sampling88-key stereo sampling
Piano SourcesShigeru Kawai SK-EX, Kawai EX, K-60 Upright
Polyphony192 notes
Piano Sounds8 piano sounds
Total Sounds19 voices
Piano Resonance & Adjustment
ResonanceDamper resonance, string resonance
AdjustmentVirtual Technician via PianoRemote app
Parameters18 adjustment parameters
Speakers & Amplification
Speakers12 cm x 2 full-range speakers
Output Power40W, 20W x 2
Cabinet & Design
Display128 x 128 pixel OLED
Key CoverSliding type
Music RestCollapsible, 3 angle positions
Available FinishesPremium Satin Black, Premium Satin White, Premium Rosewood, Light Oak
Dimensions
Width53.5"
Depth16"
Height34" with music rest flat
Weight95 lbs
Connectivity & Features
BluetoothBluetooth MIDI and Bluetooth Audio
AppsPianoRemote and PiaBookPlayer
Headphones1/4" and 1/8" stereo headphone jacks
USBUSB to Host
Compare the Kawai CN Series
The Kawai CN Series is designed for players who want a realistic piano experience in a streamlined digital cabinet. Both models use Kawai’s Responsive Hammer III action and Grand Feel Pedal System, while the CN301 adds expanded sound, higher polyphony, stronger resonance modeling, and a more advanced speaker system.
| Feature | CN201 Essential CN Series | CN301 Upgraded CN Series |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Students, families, and players wanting a strong core piano experience | Players wanting more sound variety, richer projection, and added connectivity |
| Key Action | Responsive Hammer III, RHIII | Responsive Hammer III, RHIII |
| Keys | 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch surfaces | 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch surfaces |
| Touch Features | Triple sensor detection, let-off, counterweights, improved key cushioning | Triple sensor detection, let-off, counterweights, improved key cushioning |
| Pedal System | Grand Feel Pedal System | Grand Feel Pedal System |
| Sound Engine | Progressive Harmonic Imaging, PHI | Progressive Harmonic Imaging, PHI |
| Piano Sources | SK-EX, EX, K-60 | SK-EX, SK-5, EX, K-60 |
| Polyphony | 192 notes | 256 notes |
| Total Sounds | 19 voices | 45 voices |
| Piano Resonance | Damper resonance, string resonance | Acoustic Rendering with damper, string, undamped string, and cabinet resonance |
| Speaker System | 12 cm x 2 full-range speakers | 13 cm x 2 low-mid speakers, 8 x 12 cm x 2 top speakers with diffusers |
| Output Power | 40W, 20W x 2 | 40W, 20W x 2 |
| Display | 128 x 128 pixel OLED | 128 x 64 pixel OLED |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth MIDI, Bluetooth Audio, USB to Host, headphone jacks | Bluetooth MIDI, Bluetooth Audio, USB to Host, USB to Device, line in, line out, headphone jacks |
| Approx. Size | 53.5" W x 16" D x 34" H | 55.5" W x 17.25" D x 34.25" H |
| Weight | 95 lbs | 105 lbs |
In simple terms, the CN201 is the clean entry point into Kawai’s CN Series, while the CN301 is the better choice for players who want more sounds, richer projection, and a more complete digital piano feature set.