

Elevate your musical journey with the Kawai CA501, a perfect blend of elegance, authenticity, and cutting-edge technology. This premium 88-key digital piano is designed to deliver an unparalleled playing experience, combining the charm of a traditional grand piano with the versatility of modern features. With its sleek satin black finish, compact design, and superior sound quality, the CA501 is a stunning addition to any home or studio.
Crafted for musicians of all levels, the CA501 features the Grand Feel Compact wooden-key keyboard action, offering an authentic touch that mirrors the finest grand pianos. Its advanced Harmonic Imaging XL sound engine and meticulously sampled SK-EX Competition Grand piano tones ensure every note resonates with exceptional clarity and emotion. Whether you're an aspiring pianist or an accomplished artist, the CA501 inspires creativity and transforms your living space into a concert hall.
Key Features
- Authentic Wooden-Key Action: Grand Feel Compact keyboard with full-length wooden keysticks for a realistic and consistent touch across all 88 keys.
- Premium Key Surfaces: Ivory Touch key surfaces with triple sensor detection, let-off simulation, and counterweights for precise control and a natural playing experience.
- Exceptional Sound Quality: Powered by the Harmonic Imaging XL sound engine with 88-key sampling, featuring the brand-new SK-EX Competition Grand piano sounds.
- Powerful Audio System: 100W, 4-speaker system with custom diffuser panels, delivering a 360° sound field for an immersive auditory experience.
- Advanced Connectivity: Integrated Bluetooth MIDI and Audio v5 for seamless wireless connections, plus USB functionality for recording, playback, and overdubbing.
- Versatile Learning Tools: Built-in classical etudes, Alfred lesson books, and Spatial Headphone Sound for enhanced practice sessions.
- Elegant Design: Premium cabinet with a modern cheekblock control panel, intuitive OLED display, and a compact footprint that fits beautifully in any space.
The Kawai CA501 is more than a digital piano—it’s an instrument that inspires artistry and passion. Perfect for both home and stage, it delivers a world-class playing experience with the convenience and versatility of modern innovation.
Keyboard |
Grand Feel Compact action 88 wooden keys Grade-weighted hammers Ivory Touch white key surfaces Let-off simulation Triple sensor key detection Bass region counterweights |
Pedal |
Grand Feel Pedal System Damper (with half-pedal support) Soft Sostenuto |
Piano Sound |
Harmonic Imaging XL (HI-XL) 88-key stereo sampling SK-EX-L, SK-5, EX, K-60 recording 256 note maximum polyphony |
Piano Resonance |
Acoustic Rendering Damper Resonance String Resonance Undamped String Resonance Cabinet Resonance |
Piano Adjustment |
Virtual Technician (21 parameters) Stretch Tuning (incl. 88-key User Tuning) |
No. of Sounds |
45 voices |
Reverb |
6 types |
Brilliance |
Yes |
Other Effects |
24 types |
Speakers |
13 cm x 2 (woofers) (8 x 12 cm) x 2 (top speakers, with diffusers) |
Output Power |
100 W (50 W + 50 W) |
Headphone Enhancements |
Spatial Headphone Sound Headphone Type |
Display |
128 x 64 pixel OLED |
Key Cover |
Sliding type |
Music Rest |
Collapsible type (3 angle adjustability) |
Basic Functions |
Dual Split Four Hands Transpose Tuning Low Volume Balance Registration Startup Setting |
Internal Songs |
Sound Demo: 33 songs Piano Music: 29/42 songs Concert Magic: 176 songs |
Lesson Songs |
Burgmuller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100) Alfred's Premier Piano Course Lesson 1A |
Internal Recorder |
Total Memory: approximately 90,000 notes No. of Songs: 10 songs Parts: 2 parts |
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 (Ver. 5.0; GATT compatible) Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI Specification compliant Bluetooth Audio (Ver. 5.1; A2DP compatible) |
USB Audio Recorder |
Record/Playback: MP3 WAV SMF (Playback only) Other Functions: Overdubbing Bluetooth Audio recording |
App Functions |
PianoRemote (iOS/Android) PiaBookPlayer (iOS/Android) |
Connector Jacks |
Headphone: 1x 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 |
Power Consumption |
30 W |
Power |
Power cable AC adapter (PS-242) |
Headphones |
Headphone hook |
Sheet Music |
Classical Piano Collection Classical Lesson Scores Finger Exercises |
Height |
36.6" (93cm) (Music rest flat) 43.3" (110cm) (Music rest raised) |
Dimensions (W x D) |
56 x 19" (142.5 x 48.5cm) |
Weight |
145.5 lbs (66kg) |
What's In The Box?
- Kawai CA501 88-Key Grand Feel Compact Digital Piano (Premium Rosewood)
- Stand
- Pedals
- AC/DC Adapter
- Power Cable
- Headphone Hook
- Mounting Screws
- Kawai 5 Year Limited Warranty