Recording each of the 88 keys individually in this way – as opposed to stretching the same tone over several different notes – ensures that the rich harmonic character of the original grand piano is preserved including damper and mechanic noises and many other aspects of the sound.Ĭomplementing their impressive variety of acoustic piano sounds, the MP10 also feature a selection of brand new electric pianos. Brand new acoustic pianos, individually miked and recorded for classical, pop, and jazz, with three distinct variations of each. Fortunately this is another area where the MP10 really shines – we’ve quadrupled the amount of sample memory and focused our attention on nailing the sounds that really matter. However a great action counts for nothing if the sounds aren’t up to scratch, and today’s working pianist needs sufficient variety in their board’s main patches if they’re going to cover everything on the setlist. When pressed, the back of each key triggers a grade-weighted hammer to play the note, while additional counter-weights are also placed at the front of the bass keys, helping to lighten their heavier touch during pianissimo passages and the let-off simulation recreates the subtle ‘notch’ sensation felt when softly playing the keys of a grand piano.

Kawai actions are renowned for being the best in the business, and the RM3 Grand action in this new MP is definitely no exception.Īll eighty-eight black and white keys are crafted entirely from long pieces of wood, pivoting smoothly on a central balance pin, to replicate the familiar ‘seesaw’ motion of an acoustic piano action. It’s all there, everything you’d expect from a master piano builder: the quality of the IvoryTouch key surfaces beneath your fingertips, the smooth, consistent movement of the long wooden keys, and the reassuring grade-weighted touch that feels just like the real thing. Take a little time to play the keyboard – gently at first, then really dig into it. Either way, this is clearly a cultured instrument that demands to be taken seriously. Perhaps it’s the sight of your own hands reflecting in the tall fallboard, or the authority of a family name that has been building exceptional pianos for eight decades. From the moment you sit down at the MP10 you realise it’s something different, something special.

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