Kawai Novus NV5 Hybrid Upright Piano - Ebony Polish
Brand
Kawai
Experience the ultimate fusion of acoustic piano craftsmanship and cutting-edge digital performance with the Kawai Novus NV5 Hybrid Piano in Ebony Polish. Built with Kawai's acoustic Millennium III Upright action featuring 88 real wooden keys, grade-weighted ABS hammers, contactless IHSS optical sensors, and a true physical upright damper pedal mechanism, the NV5 mirrors the exact touch dynamics and mechanical feel of a premium acoustic upright. Tonal realism is driven by dual sound engines: Pianist mode with SK-EX Rendering multi-channel sampling and resonance modeling, alongside Sound mode offering 88 voices via Harmonic Imaging XL (HI-XL) with 256-note polyphony. Amplified through a 135W TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System (with top speakers and dome tweeters developed with Onkyo), a Discrete SpectraModule™ headphone amplifier with Spatial Headphone Sound (SHS), a 5" color LCD touchscreen, Bluetooth MIDI/Audio, USB recording (MP3/WAV), and an upright Soft-Fall fallboard, the NV5 delivers an authentic acoustic piano experience in a compact, ultra-slim footprint.
Experience the ultimate fusion of real acoustic upright action and state-of-the-art digital audio with the landmark Kawai Novus NV5 Hybrid Digital Piano, presented in a luxurious Ebony Polish cabinet. Designed for discerning pianists, music conservatories, and modern luxury residences across the UAE, the NV5 integrates Kawai's real Millennium III Hybrid upright keyboard action, continuous optical sensing, TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System developed with Onkyo, and multi-channel SK-EX Rendering to deliver an unprecedented acoustic playing feel in a slim 46 cm footprint.
True Acoustic Feel: Millennium III Hybrid Action with Optical Sensors
Unlike standard digital pianos, the Novus NV5 features a real acoustic upright piano keyboard action with 88 wooden keys and individual graded ABS hammers. Its mechanical authenticity is matched by breakthrough sensor engineering:
- IHSS Contact-Less Optical Sensors: Integrated Hammer Sensing System (IHSS) utilizes high-precision optical sensors to track hammer velocity with millisecond precision without mechanical friction, preserving pure tactile touch.
- Real Upright Damper Mechanism: Replicates the physical weight changes felt on acoustic upright keys when the damper pedal is depressed, offering precise pedal resistance and touch authenticity.
- 5" Color Touchscreen Display: Sleek touchscreen neatly built into the left cheekblock allows effortless navigation of voices, settings, and Virtual Technician parameters.
SK-EX Rendering & TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System
Immerse yourself in concert grand acoustics generated by dual sound engines and revolutionary soundboard audio hardware:
- SK-EX Rendering Engine (Pianist Mode): Combines 88-key multi-channel sampling of the flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand with multi-dimensional Resonance Modelling for breathtaking acoustic realism.
- Harmonic Imaging XL (Sound Mode): Provides 88 additional high-fidelity voices including SK-5, EX, and K-60 sampling with 256-note maximum polyphony.
- TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System: Transducer drivers mounted directly to a real wooden soundboard harness the natural acoustic vibration of wood, supported by 4 top speakers and 2 dome tweeters driven by 135W (3 x 45W) Onkyo amplification.
- Discrete SpectraModule™ Headphone Amp: High-performance headphone amplifier paired with Spatial Headphone Sound (SHS) guarantees pristine clarity during quiet practice.
Bluetooth® Wireless Audio/MIDI & Integrated Lessons
Loaded with modern studio features, flexible connectivity, and instructional tools:
- Bluetooth® Audio & MIDI: Stream high-definition audio wirelessly through the soundboard speaker system, or pair with iOS and Android music software.
- USB Audio Recorder & Overdubbing: Record directly to USB flash drives in MP3 or WAV format, backed by internal 10-song MIDI recording and audio overdubbing.
- Comprehensive Lesson Library: Built-in etudes and scores from Burgmüller, Czerny, Beyer, Bach, Chopin, and Alfred’s Premier & Adult Piano Course books.
- Upright Fallboard & Hardware: Authentic upright piano cabinet featuring a "Soft Fall" closing fallboard, 3 full-sized pedals (Damper with half-pedal support, Soft, Sostenuto), and a fixed upright music rest.
Technical Specifications
| Model | Kawai Novus NV5 Hybrid Digital Piano |
| Keyboard Action | Millennium III Hybrid Upright Action with 88 Wooden Keys, Graded ABS Hammers & IHSS Optical Sensors |
| Sound Engines & Polyphony | SK-EX Rendering (Multi-Channel) + Harmonic Imaging XL (88-key stereo sampling); 88 Voices; Max. 256 Polyphony |
| Speaker System & Power | 135W Total (45W × 3); TwinDrive Soundboard Speaker System + 8 cm × 4 Top Speakers + 2 cm × 2 Tweeters (Onkyo Hardware) |
| Display & Controls | 5" Color LCD Touchscreen (480 x 800 pixels) |
| Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth MIDI (Ver. 4.1) & Bluetooth Audio |
| Audio Jacks & USB | USB to Host, USB to Device, MIDI (IN/OUT), Stereo Line In (1/8"), Stereo Line Out (1/8"), Headphones × 2 (1/4" and 1/8") |
| Pedals | Upright Piano Damper Mechanism (with half-pedal support), Soft, Sostenuto |
| Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height) | 149.0 cm (W) × 46.0 cm (D) × 110.0 cm (H) |
| Net Weight | 113.0 kg |
| Finish | Ebony Polish |
Whether you are seeking to purchase an acoustic-feeling hybrid piano for luxury residential practice or exploring flexible instrument acquisition and rental options in Dubai and across the UAE, the Kawai Novus NV5 in Ebony Polish delivers real Millennium III upright action, TwinDrive soundboard projection, and advanced SK-EX rendering.
| Brands | Kawai |
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