The Best Hybrid Upright Piano EVER! - Kawai NV5S
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- Kawai’s latest update to the NV5S continues the awesome evolution of the NOVUS series of pianos. Featuring the acclaimed Millennium III Hybrid upright piano action with real damper mechanism, Bluetooth MIDI / audio connectivity, and impressive sounds like the inspiring Shigeru Kawai SK-EX grand piano sounds. With a large LCD touchscreen and an ultra-compact cabinet design, the NV5S piano's unique hybrid technology delivers a true acoustic playing experience and it just may be the BEST hybrid upright you can buy. #Kawai #HybridPiano #NV5S #NV10 #Piano
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I ordered one last week. It’s a dream to play. Hat’s off to Kawai a great accomplishment in what they achieved in playing realism and quality, sound quality , build quality, all the features and so on. Alamo thank you for your helpful videos. Greets from the Netherlands 😊✋🏻
Are they heavy keys?
@@Researcher30473 No, the Kawai keys are actually not heavy. They feel like grand piano and plays very well.
@@rhalleballe OK thanks 👍
È realistico anche ascoltando dagli speakers integrati o solo in linea diretta ?
Hey @royconsten8003, where did you buy the piano? I'm from NL and considering buying it. I'm a bit hesitant because of some technical problems I found people reporting online. How did it go for you so far?
I'm watching this one in July 2024. I haven't seen Patrick on your videos for quite a while. Is he still with Alamo music? You two used to flow together so effortlessly that I really miss seeing you.
Update on my post below…the technician was amazing and Kawai and the Kawai of St Louis store all completely had my back and fully remedied my issue. Top notch customer service and it makes me confident that they fully support their customers. Aside from those issues though the sound and feel of this instrument is absolutely incredible and I do highly recommend ❤
Glenn Gould would love this!
Thank you so much for this excellent review!
Hello, I was just wondering if this piano can be put against a wall since it has a real soundboard. Also, is there a risk of the soundboard getting a crack in it depending on the humidity level? With those concerns, is the NV10 a better choice? Does the NV10 have a soundboard? These pianos sound incredible. Best piano sound I have EVER heard from a digital. I need to find a dealer to try them.
It is real wood, so it can 100% become cracked if it remains in humidity below 42/45%. I would ask Kawai if they would recommend a dampp-chaser, not entirely sure due to the electrical components, but a room humidifier would certainly be effective.
I was excited owning one because I saw the best reviews. Now I have had nearly 2 years. I don’t think it is that worth. I could have spend less money with other digital piano. 1. I realized that there are no Kawai special technicians. It took me over a year to have someone come to see my piano issues. He only solved one problem - pedal was not responsive . Still have squeaky noise . Also my piano has ringing sound issues , he had no clue. He said he was not Kawai tech? But general digital piano tech. I don’t feel much different from less priced kawai digital piano. If I could buy one , I’ll spend less money with other one.
Hi! Very nice video.
In my case the keyboard cover, when opened for playing, touches the rubber nub provided on one side (left),
but not on the other side (right). The cover is therefore not completely straight I guess.
Is this a known problem or a production error?
I also noticed that the case vibrates a bit on the left side.
I bought a NV5 today and it was on sale because of the newer model coming out.
How much?
How does the concert grand sound setting compare to the upright sound? Does it really sound like a grand piano?
They REALLY need to make an updated VPC1! A controller (no onboard sounds) with a real acoustic action. Their onboard sounds simply cannot compete with VSTs such as Vienna Symphonic Libraries.
These are also a midi controller. I have the VPC1.... you couldn't fit the millennium III action inside a vpc1
@@michaelevan9184 Yes, I am aware that these are midi controllers. They are midi controllers _with onboard sounds_ ... hence why I stated "a controller (no onboard sounds) with real acoustic action." Having onboard sounds greatly increases manufacturing costs, thus higher retail costs for the consumer. I am also aware that the millenium III upright action could not fit inside a VPC1, hence why you did not see me state nor imply this. 🙂 An "updated VPC1", i.e. a "VPC2", would not require the same form factor as a VPC1.
So I’ve had my NV5S now for a week and love many things about it but I already have to have a technician come out to look at a few things. First, the pedals when I press them sound like crunching/creaking plastic and when I release the damper pedal it sounds like Velcro being torn apart. Then I have one key that whistles when I play it and the action is too heavy/slow to keep up with my trills and believe me I am not the fastest triller around. Has anyone else reported or experienced these issues? I thought the pedals issues were supposed to be addressed with this newer model.
Please PLEASE do an NU1X comparison video. We’re all desperate for it! :D
The NV5S has longer keys than the NUX1, so it's easier to play.
@@pianowhizz The sound seems to be more acoustic piano like as well, although I like the Yamaha as well.
I still find the sound very electrical. I think the Yamaha and even Rolands might sound more acoustic like. How do people think this compares to Roland LX or Yamaha NU1XA?
I think kawai trumps roland in terms of sound quality. But how a piano sounds is one of the most subjective things ever lol
I have purchased an nv5s last week after trying it out in the piano store and falling in love with it. My only concern is the lifespan. How long will it really last. I have asked the piano store I ordered from but no one gave me a straight answer. ‘It will work for many years’ is not really an answer. I know this piano is pretty new so I understand that it’s difficult to predict how long it will last, however I’m really eager to know, is it going to work fine for at least 15 years? Can someone please give me an honest answer?
15-20 years most likely if we had to guess :)
@@apianogallery Thank you so much for your answer. 15-20 years lifespan is what I hoped for and I am really happy that you confirmed it. I have no doubts anymore.
I'm buying one to replace the Kawai digital piano I bought in Colombia (whilst living abroad) in 2004 that is still working fine. So, let's just say I'm hopeful!
I don’t know about Kwai, but we have had a Yamaha Clavinova at our church for over 25 years and it still comes on and plays great
Which is the second patch, commenced around 14:00?
Sounds like their Upright Piano sample.
Is it possibile to play a vst with Kawai keys AND return the audio from the laptop to the Kawai (And mute internal piano source software so I can only hear vst coming from Kawai piano)? If yes…how? Thanks
Yes, you can do that. There’s the option to mute the internal piano sound on Bluetooth MIDI. You then just need to hook up a printer cable as well as an audio cable to your laptop.
Is the NV5/NV5S action heavier / slower compared to the CA-99 since it is upright action compared to the CA-99 grand-action imitation?
yes I tried both. upright real keyboard is definitely heavier than simulated-grand keyboard
@@yandong6436 I compared to CA901 today, not the CA99 sadly, and I think the keys were definitely lighter. I think the CA901 was surprisingly light when you played harder. If you played softer you felt more resistance. I would say the real grands were a bit lighter to play than the NV5S. I was a little bit concerned for a few seconds and then I forgot about it and did not feel there was a problem at all. The CA901 felt odd after playing the grands and the Novus. It felt as if it would reduce my piano skill because it did not response like it should without the hammers if that makes sense. I tried Kawai 300, 500, 700, 900 and now the Novus and to be fair I have liked each one of them.
I purchased a Novus 5 for my wife for Christmas last year after we'd sold our house and moved into an apartment. For what it is, we really like it, particularly in Romantic Mode.
However, there are some areas where the overall package falls down.
One caveat for me is the "On Board" recordings of various genres of music which are quite simply disappointing to say the least. They're not musical at all and sound like they hired somebody with about Grade 3 piano skills to lay down the tracks. One would think that after spending this much time in developing this/these digital instruments, Kawai could have hired a professional MUSICIAN to record these songs for the delight of their owners
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Some say this instrument can be used as your "Home Stereo System" via the Bluetooth link. To be fair, it actually sounds VERY good when used to playback PIANO recordings of various acoustic pianos. Obviously though, the onboard Onkyo audio system is equalized for tones in the Piano realm but is found lacking in "Full Frequency Response" for the audio spectrum of 16 to 20,000 Hertz. ANY proper sub-woofer will outshine the bass response of the SoundBoard transducers on this instrument and the high frequency drivers lack the crispness found in a good stereo system.
Use the Novus 5 as an acoustic piano replacement and MOST people will be impressed, particularly if you live in an apartment. If on the other hand, you're looking for a viable digital representation of all manner of acoustic instruments, there are MUCH better alternatives available in the market today.
What would you suggest for an acoustic piano sound in a digital hybrid?
Sure, a Korg Kronos for instance but if you want something that looks like an acoustic piano, and sounds like one and has amazing action, plus have some other sounds to entertain then this is a great home choice, and so is the CA901 by Kawai
@@midnight4109 I have NO complaints about the ACOUSTIC PIANO sounds which emanate from this Kawai Novus 5 and it certainly looks the part and has great feeling piano action. It can also be adjusted to suit pretty much anyone. Those who have had the opportunity to try it have very been impressed.
My criticisms were simply based on the OTHER functions of this device. Make no mistake. This is a $10,000 instrument. If you're looking for it to also substitute as a "premium" home stereo system, there are definitely better alternatives for a LOT less money.
Does anyone know f the NV5S is EXACTLY the same as playing the k-300 digitally with ATX4? We tried the NV5S and was NOT impressed with the digital sound compared to Yahama SH2. With headphones ofcourse.
I always liked the sound of the Kawai digital pianos and have compared with Roland and Yamaha.
NV5S vs CA901?
What would you recommend - this or K300/500?
K-300 AURES2 - the K-300 sounds better than the K-500 due to no duplex scaling.
K 300!!!!!!!!!!
I don't know what it is, but I can always tell that a digital piano is digital. I have even done blind tests with the best digitals in high-end studios, and I can always tell. It makes me sad, really, because it would be nice to have a digital piano that is always in tune, small footprint, line-out for recording, etc, but I just can't accept the sound of one...at least not yet. Ask me again in 10 years, perhaps... :) The mechanics and technology are amazing, of course, but I just can't stand the sound. :(
I'm with you and it's not quite the same. But I bought the NV5 today on sale because the new model is coming out. But being able to use headphones and play at night is what I needed. I have a grand piano, but I can't play it at night.
@@c3piano I hear ya there. I was thinking of getting a digital piano for the same reasons, despite what I think of them, but my wife talked me out of it. Instead, I went all out and got a PETROF grand. :) I can't play at night, and my kids get upset when I play during dinner, but too bad, ha!
@@seancregomusic congrats on your new Petrof. It's one of my favorite pianos.
@@seancregomusic Nice wife!!!
I believe that, like all choices we make in life, there are positives and negatives. And, as it should be, this is also the case when choosing pianos. There are so many advantages and benefits (for the price it costs), that the fact that the sound is not identical to the sound of an acoustic piano becomes a minor issue. In my experience, after having tested many pianos, believe it or not, timbre is not a primary and determining factor in the final decision. Yes, it is an essential factor. But not the only one. The response to touch, the texture of the keys, the weight of the keys, and all the other features that a digital piano has that an acoustic piano does not have are very relevant factors. And, above all, the joy of playing. And this hybrid piano, without a doubt, brings that! I can change the volume, use the metronome(s), record, change timbre, and connect other devices to help with studying (like the iReal Pro app, which I use every day), among many others. If you need a good acoustic piano sound, buy an acoustic piano. It will cost more, tough. If digital piano's sound were identical to acoustic, it wouldn't be a different instrument category. There is a reason manufacturers separate them into different categories. But they are getting closer, yes they are!
Tough to trust reviews with such titles
Maybe they should say the "best for now."
they need to sell, best is to follow reviews not from piano shops
Well. I think in this case they may be right. When it comes to hybrid pianos I think Kawai has always beey very promising. Yamaha has a hybrid but I think it is very old. I like when a company keeps updating frequently making improvements.