Beautiful, elegant piano with a great sound and designed with a lot of careful thought. Likewise, the video is awesome, clear, concise explanations, nice language and professional camera work. It has helped me choose my piano, the Kawai MP11 SE. Thanks!
Thank you so much, Tony. I bought 2 pianos from Bonners! The MP11SE and the ES110. Your info on Touchweight explained why I've been having difficulty for years, but not any more. All the best to you.
Great demo! I purchased one of these on the strength of your review a while back thank you. I got mine from a store in Leicester as your stores are a little too far from me. I have to say that I'm not disappointed, the piano sounds are fantastic and the action and feel are remarkable. I use a couple of iloud monitors for my setup. Thanks again for helping me make this choice. (Dean from Derby)
I own the Kawai ES8 for over two years now. It has the same piano samples and the same engine as the MP11SE does. The samples are great. I still enjoy them playing the piano everyday for 20-30 minutes by average. I wish I would have bought the MP11 for the better keys, additional sounds and better sound adjustment. However, my ES8 is also a lovely piano.
But my question is, what pa you would choose!? There are no inbuild speakers so you have to have good solution for this womderful sampled piano. Otherwise it sounds shitty everytime
"What pa you would chose..." for what environment? a tiny studio? a large living room? a large stage??? And of course any instrument would sound bad through bad speakers!
If it helps anyone on here, I have the MP-10 and it is hands down the best action and sound I have ever experienced with a digital piano aside from the AvantGrand which is obviously a different beast. The abilty to adjust the tonal and touch characteristics is amazing. I would say the MP 10 action can feel a bit heavy, especially compared to say a Yamaha CP5, but the touch/sound ratio is very adjustable. If the MP 11 takes all this even further then it's got to be good.
I was too but i can no longer trust Yamaha. Long story short Tyross 5 has very small dynamic range. Its not worth for 6500 USD. Literally they are tying your hands. All I wanted was a good piano sound, sadly I didn't know Kawai makes Stage Pianos. Funny thing is they've released it in 2014.
I just sold my Korg Kronos 88 (I mainly used it for piano playing and there are much better DPs for the money). Just sold my Yamaha MOXF8 (hated it from day one. Again I was hoping for a good portable DP). Just sold my Casio PX-5S even though I liked it quite a bit. I'm left with a Casio PX-560, a Yamaha 76-note Tyros 5, and half a dozen synths. I was hoping to only have the Tyros in my living room but even for occasional piano/electric piano playing, the Tyros is horrible. I saw many reviews on the MP11se and want it as my next home DP. I would use it primarily for piano, EP and may keep the Tyros around for its rhythms & other sounds. I'm able to buy a new MP11se for $2100 + tax.
@@hienvu1714when you said you liked the Casio over the Yamaha moxf I lost total respect for you. C’mon the moxf is a great keyboard. Wonderful piano sound and electric and synth sounds so I don’t know what you’re talking about. Casio on the other hand really sucks. Really Casio?
Great job Tony! It was good to be able to hear the SK-EX and EX side-by-side. The new Shigeru piano sounds are a big improvement over the older EX. I like the appearance of this SE model too - from some angles it has a Yamaha CP80 vibe about it.
I'm not totally a fan of Kawai keyboards (actually prefer what Casio is doing with their latest gear) BUT these are the most realistic sounding STRINGS I've ever heard on an electronic keyboard; 8:16 Generally, on most keyboards, something is always wrong with the attack. Here I can almost sense the bow on the strings. Well done Kawai.
Just love each and everyone of your reviews ! wish you play more........ You are amazingly talented ! Thank you so much indeed like you english man would say !😁🇨🇦 Merci!
Wonderful video, very nicely put together and presented. I am blown away by the acoustic and electric piano sounds. The instrument is so elegant looking. I want one of these!
Great demo thanks Tony! I have two questions if I may ask: Is this piano still the best version you can buy or have Kawai brought out anything newer? Also can you tell me the name of the first piece of music you play in your video? Many thanks!
Great review. Many thanks. I am on the cusp of retirement and will be investing. I was worried that you have to get additional speakers. What would you recommend? Thank you.
Tony, I'm intrigued with your overhand run at 3:02. E minor 9?? Left (cross-over hand) playing the 9th. I wish I knew what your right hand was playing. Sounds and looks great.
Are the sounds on the MP11SE good enough to be used for professional performances and recordings? It's famous for its action, but you never seem to see it at gigs, at least not to the degree that you see Yamama, Nord, Roland, etc.
@@NyakzOTSD I bought the MP7, which is lighter. It's only to compose at home, so I didn't mind the weight. But there was a six months waiting for the MP11. And I'm a lousy pianist.
Hi... new suscribe here, i liked very much this review, one question, would you recomend me this digital piano of im using it just only for piano practice?
How does the action on the MP11 compare with the Nord Grand 88 key? Kawai and Nord partnered on the Nord. I know that the Nord does not have the wooden keys but us is it somewhat similar?
The Nord Grand is a nice instrument but as far as actions are concerned, it doesn't come close to that of the MP11se. Of course the Korg doesn't weigh as much either!
In Kawai's line up of actions, the one on the MP11 is higher up than the one on the Nord Grand 88. And it's true, if you play them side by side, the MP11 action is clearly better.
Hi, the MP11SE is my first choice for my next digital piano. Its weight and bulk however are not ideal for stage use, so I would be using it mainly in my home studio. One of my concerns is finding a nice stand for it, ideal for stability as well as looks (my home studio is in my living room). And although I've searching extensively on the Web, I've not found anything that I find satisfactory except the very expensive Roland KS-V8. From your video the stand you're using seems pretty decent, but I can't tell what brand or model it is: could you please tell me? And could you also tell me what other options you would recommend? Thanks in advance for the info, kind regards, Roberto
Yes, I'd also like to know which stand was used for this video. The German K&M table stands also have a good reputation for build quality and stability.
I'm very impressed by your professionality, Tony. Usually when I post a question I'm lucky to get a reply at all, and even in that case it's mostly over 2 months later...your promptness is such a breathe of fresh air. Many thanks, I really appreciate it! I hadn't considered the Yamaha L7B before because I thought it wouldn't be wide enough for the MP11SE. And your video proves the contrary. Of course a full length stand like the Yamaha LG800 would be even better (in terms of looks in particular), but unfortunately it costs 50% more. So I'll probably go for the L7B based on your video and recommendation. Thanks again, cheers!
lifehack: just use 2 cheap 24" (60 cm) folding stools, one at each end. they support up to 200 lbs each so it's more than enough. you can find them for $10 online or at any walmart or target in the US. that's what i use for my mp11se. :D
It is a great instrument with a lot more voices, but the feature of the MP 11SE is the action. I initially thought I wanted the 7 because the Leslie organs are so much fun. But, the new action on the MP11SE is what sold me given my goals re acoustic piano. The MP7SE is cheaper than the 11!!! G9 for it!
Awesome video, lovely machine. Have you played on the Kawai VPC1, and if so would you say the key action is similar? I know the pivot point in the MP11SE is pushed further back, and longer wooden keys, but do these translate into a very noticeable difference when playing? Would you say the VPC1 also feels like a grand piano? Thanks!
Hey there, thanks for the great guide! Ive tested the MP11se today and there was one thing that was a little bit wierd to me and i would love to know, if its the same with all MP11se or if I maybe have tested some defect product.. The side of the keys, white and black, are a little bit rough, like pure wood without any "coating". My "normal" piano doesnt have that, the side of the keys is veeery smooth there, almost like they put a little plastic coating on it. Is that normal for the MP11se?
No that's not normal to the kawai mp11se. It should be perfect across the full range of the 88 keys. I will say the mp11se has been the best piano experience I've ever had with a stage piano. I tried the Yamaha yc88 and had to return it. That was not a good piano.
@masonjahncke7844 Hey, I actually bought the MP11se a few days ago, after testing 2 more MP11se's in different stores. It is by far the best feel to a stage piano on the market, BUT it actually is normal for the MP11se to have this "problem" that I described above. All 3 of them had that same problem. I guess it's because it's cheaper to produce it that way. If you have one yourself, try it out. The sides of the keys are not completely smooth. My "real" piano I have at home has a thin coating on all the sides of the keys which makes them very smooth, the MP11se doesn't have that, it's just the raw wood.
@@jdsd_ Funny thing is I remember feeling more of roughness on the sides of the kawai Vpc 1. Maybe it was due to the more stiffness nature of the VPC 1 key action that I didn't notice it on the Mp11se smooth key action. Regardless I went through a lot of stage pianos in my time and I couldn't find anything better with a real connection like the Mp11se. I really do hope in the next 5 years kawai finally decides to make a mp12 haha
Sir, I have only one question about this instrument. How good is it with handling tremolo on one key? I had Yamaha P-65, it was good enough for studying pieces, but all of a sudden I bought Kawai ES8, which sounded great but its mechanical part disappointed me in some respect. I expected to get a perfect touch after all of the praises to this instrument, but..oh, well. I'm just wondering if this is an issue with this particular Kawai's model or this is a common flaw of all electronic pianos Thank you. PS As I remember, the P-65 keyboard was more loose, but more responsive..
Hey, just a question... one of the things I made great use of, with Roland RD 800 and 700 nx.. was that I would send the balanced to the FOH.. but also at the same time run 1/4 inch unbalanced, to my powered montitors beside me. And I always loved that capability, because it was the perfect self monitor do you know if this is possible on the Kawai MPSe?
hi tony! first of all, I want to tell you this is by far the best review of the mp11se I've seen. unfortunately I live on the wrong side of the Channel, otherwise I'd buy my next piano in your shop with no doubt... now, my question: supposing budget is not a problem and that my next piano will stay forever at home (so weight is not an issue either), would you recommend buying a kawai mp11se or a Yamaha cvp-709? I'm especially interested on action (must be as close to an acoustic grand piano as possible) and piano sounds (rhythms, synths, other voices are a welcome plus that won't make my decision). I'm replacing a German grand piano, approximately 5'8" in length, which is too old to tune anymore and would need another extensive refurbish (I don't want to go thru, as it's not a valuable instrument --1st big refurbish was 30 years ago, when I bought it). I thank you in advance if you'll have the time to answer me.
Hi Gianni! Thank you for the comment! If the action is really important to you and you are used to a German Grand Piano then it may be worth having a look at the Casio Celviano Grand Hybrid? They have collaborated with C.Bechstein to make a truly authentic Grand Piano action. If you were after something with a heavier action, then have a look at the Yamaha CLP685, or the Avantgrande N1. If you prefer a lighter action, then have a look at the Kawai CS11 or CA98? . I would highly recommend trying all the models side by side (which you are able to do in our showrooms). Choosing a digital piano is much easier when you can try all the possible models under one roof!
The changes, from memory, are the new optical triple pedal (which you cannot use with the older MP11 as it can only connect to the dedicated GFP-3 socket on the MP11 SE), the two new grand pianos and the end cheeks are made of a different material. Really, MP11 SE is just a refresh of the MP11, though the changes are worthwhile improvements for new purchasers.
Man!! I was looking @ the viscount legend piano. Great piano! But the Kawai sounds awesome! The electric pianos sounds more refined to my ears; especially with the effects engaged. Prices are similar. My only gripe is the controls are on the top instead on the keyboard side like the Viscount. And I heard the weight is almost 100-150lbs. So for a stage piano (for me) no way. I’ll take the Yamaha xf8 in that case; leave the kawai @ home. Other than that great piano!😌🎶🎹👍🏾
An authorized Kawai and Yamaha dealer in my area (Southern CA) gave me a quote of $2180 + tax for a brand new MP11se (before any negotiating on my part). No sales tax if you're outside of CA but there will be a small shipping cost. If 2 other people are interested, I can get an even better price for all three of us.
Hey Tony, I recently purchased a kawai mp11se myself and I was wondering what piano stand would you recommend for it? I'm looking for something solid that won't wobble with some height adjustments.
The Roland KSG8 is a nice stand but I switched to the Yamaha LG800 because I wanted a stand that is as long as the piano. Most stands are under 4'wide, which are fine for support but don't have the look that I want.
That entirely depends on where you will be using the MP11SE. If you are looking for speakers purely for use in the home, then I would suggest a good pair of Studio Monitors like the Yamaha HS Series. If you are going to be using it in a Live performance, you can either use a PA System like , or Keyboard amp like a Roland KC220? It would completely depend on the venue size and if you are playing with other musicians/singers? Contact us directly via our website or telephone where any one of our specialists will be happy to advise you.
Phillip. In my opinion, the Nord Grand action is not nearly as good as the action on the MP11se but of course, it doesn't weigh nearly as much. So if you want a great action for your studio, go with the MP11se. If you want a good gigging keyboard, you may want to look at the Nord Grand or Roland Rd2000.
If you want the best and most authentic possible action on any stage piano, than this is for you. BUT...all of those big wooden keysticks are heavy and long. The MP11SE is bulky and weighs 34 Kg (75 pounds). So as an instrument for the studio, it's great, but for gigging musicians it's a backbreaker. And the on-board sounds are excellent, but there's a limited selection compared with some other stage pianos. The action is a little noisy too. It's a great instrument, but it's not for everybody.
I have an MP11SE it has ruined me for Nords, Yamahas, and everything else with an inferior action. I like the Shigeru samples but honestly I mostly use Pianoteq and Keyscape VSTs.
Tyrosmatt i use a pair of JBL LSR308 (8" woofers) powered active studio monitors with mine, but the JBL LSR305 (5") are enough. they are a popular option and the 5" model can be found online for $100-150.
I’m using Genelec 8330’s and a 7350 sub for in-home use. Having the ability to calibrate db by frequency to room acoustics makes it possible for each key to produce the tone as intended, at the same volume as all other keys. Quite a remarkable result. How much you value these qualities determines the value of the system (to you) of course.
Maafa 1619 I have a job too...And a steinway upright, a Hammond M3, Yamaha motif xs8, Hammond xk1c, and ravenscroft 275 too..🤷🏻♂️ again I have a job too
The only thing Kawai is missing is a self contained speaker system option, which would take it over the top for me. Love feeling the vibration of the old Yamaha P series and CP300
Oystein Soreide I don't blame him if he wants to mimic the strings vibrations of a real piano. I wish they made it so the keys could vibrate without needing a self contained speaker system in it. That would be amazing
I would personally go for a Mp7se if you are really wanting to stick with Kawai but if you want to get something that will last try the Yamaha CP 88 or the Nord piano 4 I just bought a Nord grand and it’s fantastic mainly you want a piano that will last and be able to have expandability the Yamaha cp 88 and all Nords can download new sounds and the keyboard themselves will be able to get better overtime it’s hard with an instrument like the Kawai MP series cuz the expandability isn’t there
@@josiahdelarosa1165 I will stay away from both CP-88 and Nord piano 4. Do thorough research and make sure you have "actually" tried a Kawai before you suggest something. The Nord Piano 4 has FATAR action which is a low-end keybed (sorry). Nowhere near what Kawai or Yamaha offer. Second CP-88 is a reface of S90XS with the ability to load samples. CP-88 is a ROMpler. MP7SE and MP11SSE come with a fantastic keybed (not available in CP series and Nord) and the piano emulation engine which has a faithful simulation of the majority of Kawai pianos. You really don't need any other samples to load in them! They sound that good!!! MP7SE has a superior voice set compared to CP-88. Great pianos, great Rhodes and e-pianos, good organs. MP series at the moment is the best overall stage instruments you can buy. CP-88 has been in the market for 2 years and still can't beat MP series sonically and technologically. Kawai's action is so good (and Nord's action is so bad!) that Nord decided to use MP7SE's action (RHIII) in Nord Grand.
Does this have built-in speakers? Or does it require external speakers? And it's mentioned that it's designed as a portable keyboard. What's the weight? Is it truly portable? A frustratingly incomplete review...
There are balanced, unbalanced and midi outputs. I assume that there is also a headphone jack. External amplifiers and speakers are required. I think the weight was given as 37K.
Yes, Yamaha HS are very good. And reliable. I had control room Mackie but they didn't last very long. Keyboard amplifiers are far from sounding like studio monitors.
Still sounds plastic compared to a real piano. It is just the air, the room - basically everything else than the piano that is a part of a pianos sound that are missing. But it is the same with every digital piano sound. Every note is fighting for its space when played at the same time, so it feels like a poly compression where each string on a piano is a lot more independent to conquer the room and our listening ears. The good thing with a digital piano is that it always is in tune.
@@pianistanimeher394 I am clearly saying that a digital piano still got a long way to go, if the goal is to sound like an acoustic piano. An acoustic piano is something you can buy for few bucks, if you are placed in europe at least.
Bonners Music Superstore I just ordered the MP11SE and will be getting it within the week and I really want to get a good stand for it. I wanted to ask if you experienced any wobbliness from the Yamaha L7B stand you're using in this video? Also is this a stand you would recommend using for MP11SE? It's just the depth length and wieght of the MP11SE is something that worries me when trying to pick the right stand for it
You are very good at explaining and demonstrating this keyboard. So good in fact, I ordered one. Thank you.
Very focused and concise review, no redundant talking but rather playing and demonstrating - excellent 👍
You are simply amazing, sir! This is a level of professionalism we do not find here in Canada. Thank you for a job well done, you rock, man!
You have your Stu Harrison ! Merriam piano's . This guy rocks !!
@@hansvisser461Stu who?
I just tried this one at a local music store the other day and it was my favourite out of all (they also had Roland, Yamaha, Nord and Kurzweil).
The sounds are just wonderful. Also very elegant styling.
Beautiful, elegant piano with a great sound and designed with a lot of careful thought. Likewise, the video is awesome, clear, concise explanations, nice language and professional camera work. It has helped me choose my piano, the Kawai MP11 SE. Thanks!
Thank you so much, Tony. I bought 2 pianos from Bonners! The MP11SE and the ES110. Your info on Touchweight explained why I've been having difficulty for years, but not any more. All the best to you.
Great demo! I purchased one of these on the strength of your review a while back thank you. I got mine from a store in Leicester as your stores are a little too far from me. I have to say that I'm not disappointed, the piano sounds are fantastic and the action and feel are remarkable. I use a couple of iloud monitors for my setup. Thanks again for helping me make this choice. (Dean from Derby)
I own the Kawai ES8 for over two years now. It has the same piano samples and the same engine as the MP11SE does. The samples are great. I still enjoy them playing the piano everyday for 20-30 minutes by average. I wish I would have bought the MP11 for the better keys, additional sounds and better sound adjustment. However, my ES8 is also a lovely piano.
But my question is, what pa you would choose!? There are no inbuild speakers so you have to have good solution for this womderful sampled piano. Otherwise it sounds shitty everytime
"What pa you would chose..." for what environment? a tiny studio? a large living room? a large stage??? And of course any instrument would sound bad through bad speakers!
No it does not have the same engine as the MP11se
Excellent explanation and playing .. a real pleasure❤
If it helps anyone on here, I have the MP-10 and it is hands down the best action and sound I have ever experienced with a digital piano aside from the AvantGrand which is obviously a different beast. The abilty to adjust the tonal and touch characteristics is amazing. I would say the MP 10 action can feel a bit heavy, especially compared to say a Yamaha CP5, but the touch/sound ratio is very adjustable. If the MP 11 takes all this even further then it's got to be good.
thanks a loooooot (どうもありがとう！）for great demo from JAPAN（日本）
I really impressed. I'm a big fan of Yamaha, but what I see here is just outstanding. That's the real thing.
I was too but i can no longer trust Yamaha. Long story short Tyross 5 has very small dynamic range. Its not worth for 6500 USD. Literally they are tying your hands. All I wanted was a good piano sound, sadly I didn't know Kawai makes Stage Pianos. Funny thing is they've released it in 2014.
I just sold my Korg Kronos 88 (I mainly used it for piano playing and there are much better DPs for the money). Just sold my Yamaha MOXF8 (hated it from day one. Again I was hoping for a good portable DP). Just sold my Casio PX-5S even though I liked it quite a bit. I'm left with a Casio PX-560, a Yamaha 76-note Tyros 5, and half a dozen synths. I was hoping to only have the Tyros in my living room but even for occasional piano/electric piano playing, the Tyros is horrible. I saw many reviews on the MP11se and want it as my next home DP. I would use it primarily for piano, EP and may keep the Tyros around for its rhythms & other sounds. I'm able to buy a new MP11se for $2100 + tax.
Also from what i've read this is the only DP with the action that much closer than what is found in other brands.
@@hienvu1714Hey guy, what‘s the problem? Just get yourself a CP4 or CP88 and you‘re set!
@@hienvu1714when you said you liked the Casio over the Yamaha moxf I lost total respect for you. C’mon the moxf is a great keyboard. Wonderful piano sound and electric and synth sounds so I don’t know what you’re talking about. Casio on the other hand really sucks. Really Casio?
Great job Tony! It was good to be able to hear the SK-EX and EX side-by-side. The new Shigeru piano sounds are a big improvement over the older EX. I like the appearance of this SE model too - from some angles it has a Yamaha CP80 vibe about it.
I'm not totally a fan of Kawai keyboards (actually prefer what Casio is doing with their latest gear) BUT these are the most realistic sounding STRINGS I've ever heard on an electronic keyboard; 8:16
Generally, on most keyboards, something is always wrong with the attack. Here I can almost sense the bow on the strings. Well done Kawai.
Thank you for pointing this out. We have a Clavichord in the video studio and I obviously had a brain freeze!
Very good review - thank you for making and publishing this.
Thank you very much!
Tony is a freakin legend..awesome review yet again little lad
Excellent review - thanks. Tempted to buy one now!!
Just love each and everyone of your reviews ! wish you play more........ You are amazingly talented ! Thank you so much indeed like you english man would say !😁🇨🇦 Merci!
The Kawai sounds absolutely great. You must have spent a lot of practice time -- great musician!
Wonderful video, very nicely put together and presented. I am blown away by the acoustic and electric piano sounds. The instrument is so elegant looking. I want one of these!
Great demo thanks Tony! I have two questions if I may ask: Is this piano still the best version you can buy or have Kawai brought out anything newer? Also can you tell me the name of the first piece of music you play in your video? Many thanks!
Nothing new that replaces this yet. Only there digital upright pianos, I think.
What keyboard stand is the MP11SE on in this demo?
GrandFeel, feels like the top-top-top class haha
though stage piano are said 20% money for keyboard.(from my source. zhuanlan.zhihu.com/p/109589564
Another Great work, Tony!
Thanks a lot!
Very informative and well-spoken guide.. much appreciated!
Great review. Many thanks. I am on the cusp of retirement and will be investing. I was worried that you have to get additional speakers. What would you recommend?
Thank you.
Hello Tony, I wonder if I hear the piano sound recorded on a memory stick, or recorded otherwise (with mic's)? Many thnaks in advance!
Tony, I'm intrigued with your overhand run at 3:02. E minor 9?? Left (cross-over hand) playing the 9th. I wish I knew what your right hand was playing. Sounds and looks great.
Are the sounds on the MP11SE good enough to be used for professional performances and recordings? It's famous for its action, but you never seem to see it at gigs, at least not to the degree that you see Yamama, Nord, Roland, etc.
34 kgs are the reason you don't see it on stages often. Only for players with roadies...
@@ofdrumsandchords 34kg looool
@@NyakzOTSD I bought the MP7, which is lighter.
It's only to compose at home, so I didn't mind the weight. But there was a six months waiting for the MP11. And I'm a lousy pianist.
hI. what speakers are you using for this video amplify the keyboard. I understand it does not have any internally
Hi, great video. Great playing! What is the stand you are using? It looks very sturdy, the keyboard hardly moves.
Hi... new suscribe here, i liked very much this review, one question, would you recomend me this digital piano of im using it just only for piano practice?
How does the action on the MP11 compare with the Nord Grand 88 key? Kawai and Nord partnered on the Nord. I know that the Nord does not have the wooden keys but us is it somewhat similar?
The Nord Grand is a nice instrument but as far as actions are concerned, it doesn't come close to that of the MP11se. Of course the Korg doesn't weigh as much either!
In Kawai's line up of actions, the one on the MP11 is higher up than the one on the Nord Grand 88. And it's true, if you play them side by side, the MP11 action is clearly better.
Love your playing Tony
Hi, the MP11SE is my first choice for my next digital piano. Its weight and bulk however are not ideal for stage use, so I would be using it mainly in my home studio. One of my concerns is finding a nice stand for it, ideal for stability as well as looks (my home studio is in my living room). And although I've searching extensively on the Web, I've not found anything that I find satisfactory except the very expensive Roland KS-V8. From your video the stand you're using seems pretty decent, but I can't tell what brand or model it is: could you please tell me? And could you also tell me what other options you would recommend? Thanks in advance for the info, kind regards,
Roberto
Yes, I'd also like to know which stand was used for this video. The German K&M table stands also have a good reputation for build quality and stability.
+Roberto Basile I'm using the Yamaha L7B. It's a very stable and strong stand.
I'm very impressed by your professionality, Tony. Usually when I post a question I'm lucky to get a reply at all, and even in that case it's mostly over 2 months later...your promptness is such a breathe of fresh air. Many thanks, I really appreciate it!
I hadn't considered the Yamaha L7B before because I thought it wouldn't be wide enough for the MP11SE. And your video proves the contrary. Of course a full length stand like the Yamaha LG800 would be even better (in terms of looks in particular), but unfortunately it costs 50% more. So I'll probably go for the L7B based on your video and recommendation.
Thanks again, cheers!
lifehack: just use 2 cheap 24" (60 cm) folding stools, one at each end. they support up to 200 lbs each so it's more than enough. you can find them for $10 online or at any walmart or target in the US. that's what i use for my mp11se. :D
I'll take it. Do you deliver to Manchester... Michigan, USA?
What monitors do you advice for a Kawai MP11SE? ILoud, Yamaha, JBL, Adam, Edifier, etc...I have one in my room 3x3
Surprised I haven't seen more content for these updated models, really interested in the MP7SE!
It is a great instrument with a lot more voices, but the feature of the MP 11SE is the action. I initially thought I wanted the 7 because the Leslie organs are so much fun. But, the new action on the MP11SE is what sold me given my goals re acoustic piano. The MP7SE is cheaper than the 11!!! G9 for it!
Awesome video, lovely machine. Have you played on the Kawai VPC1, and if so would you say the key action is similar? I know the pivot point in the MP11SE is pushed further back, and longer wooden keys, but do these translate into a very noticeable difference when playing? Would you say the VPC1 also feels like a grand piano? Thanks!
Hey there, thanks for the great guide! Ive tested the MP11se today and there was one thing that was a little bit wierd to me and i would love to know, if its the same with all MP11se or if I maybe have tested some defect product.. The side of the keys, white and black, are a little bit rough, like pure wood without any "coating". My "normal" piano doesnt have that, the side of the keys is veeery smooth there, almost like they put a little plastic coating on it. Is that normal for the MP11se?
No that's not normal to the kawai mp11se. It should be perfect across the full range of the 88 keys.
I will say the mp11se has been the best piano experience I've ever had with a stage piano. I tried the Yamaha yc88 and had to return it. That was not a good piano.
@masonjahncke7844 Hey, I actually bought the MP11se a few days ago, after testing 2 more MP11se's in different stores. It is by far the best feel to a stage piano on the market, BUT it actually is normal for the MP11se to have this "problem" that I described above. All 3 of them had that same problem. I guess it's because it's cheaper to produce it that way. If you have one yourself, try it out. The sides of the keys are not completely smooth. My "real" piano I have at home has a thin coating on all the sides of the keys which makes them very smooth, the MP11se doesn't have that, it's just the raw wood.
@@jdsd_ Funny thing is I remember feeling more of roughness on the sides of the kawai Vpc 1. Maybe it was due to the more stiffness nature of the VPC 1 key action that I didn't notice it on the Mp11se smooth key action. Regardless I went through a lot of stage pianos in my time and I couldn't find anything better with a real connection like the Mp11se. I really do hope in the next 5 years kawai finally decides to make a mp12 haha
@@masonjahncke7844 This is true, I have never had anything that came close to the realistic feel of the Kawai MP11se
How would you compare the action of it in comparison to the Yamaha P series or Kurzweil FP4?
Sir, I have only one question about this instrument. How good is it with handling tremolo on one key?
I had Yamaha P-65, it was good enough for studying pieces, but all of a sudden I bought Kawai ES8, which sounded great but its mechanical part disappointed me in some respect. I expected to get a perfect touch after all of the praises to this instrument, but..oh, well.
I'm just wondering if this is an issue with this particular Kawai's model or this is a common flaw of all electronic pianos
Thank you.
PS
As I remember, the P-65 keyboard was more loose, but more responsive..
I've read some complaints about keyboard issues on the MP 7. No problems with this one ?
Hey, just a question... one of the things I made great use of, with Roland RD 800 and 700 nx.. was that I would send the balanced to the FOH.. but also at the same time run 1/4 inch unbalanced, to my powered montitors beside me. And I always loved that capability, because it was the perfect self monitor do you know if this is possible on the Kawai MPSe?
Hello, i am a professional classical music, but i want a portable piano..what is the best piano, the best touch, heavier touch? Sorry for bad english.
hi tony! first of all, I want to tell you this is by far the best review of the mp11se I've seen. unfortunately I live on the wrong side of the Channel, otherwise I'd buy my next piano in your shop with no doubt...
now, my question: supposing budget is not a problem and that my next piano will stay forever at home (so weight is not an issue either), would you recommend buying a kawai mp11se or a Yamaha cvp-709?
I'm especially interested on action (must be as close to an acoustic grand piano as possible) and piano sounds (rhythms, synths, other voices are a welcome plus that won't make my decision). I'm replacing a German grand piano, approximately 5'8" in length, which is too old to tune anymore and would need another extensive refurbish (I don't want to go thru, as it's not a valuable instrument --1st big refurbish was 30 years ago, when I bought it).
I thank you in advance if you'll have the time to answer me.
Hi Gianni! Thank you for the comment! If the action is really important to you and you are used to a German Grand Piano then it may be worth having a look at the Casio Celviano Grand Hybrid? They have collaborated with C.Bechstein to make a truly authentic Grand Piano action. If you were after something with a heavier action, then have a look at the Yamaha CLP685, or the Avantgrande N1. If you prefer a lighter action, then have a look at the Kawai CS11 or CA98? . I would highly recommend trying all the models side by side (which you are able to do in our showrooms). Choosing a digital piano is much easier when you can try all the possible models under one roof!
Hi, does audio Come from inbuilt kawai recorder?
what speakers to you recommend for the piano it will be used in the home only also what stand is that
Hi, can you tell me what stand you are using?
I own the Kawai MP11, what is the difference between the SE exactly? 🤔
The changes, from memory, are the new optical triple pedal (which you cannot use with the older MP11 as it can only connect to the dedicated GFP-3 socket on the MP11 SE), the two new grand pianos and the end cheeks are made of a different material. Really, MP11 SE is just a refresh of the MP11, though the changes are worthwhile improvements for new purchasers.
Does this piano have speakers? Or need to put an amp with speakers?
Thanks for the video. What stand do you use?
Thats my same question! Have you found an answer?
Where to find it link please,I can't find this particular model and the look of it... Help please
Fantastic Piano.. I got a Bonners
Bonners.....or Boner.....😂
Hey. It´s grat :-). What do you use for amplifing?
could you recommend a rehearsal monitor for KawaiMP11 SE for home use?
Man!! I was looking @ the viscount legend piano. Great piano! But the Kawai sounds awesome! The electric pianos sounds more refined to my ears; especially with the effects engaged. Prices are similar. My only gripe is the controls are on the top instead on the keyboard side like the Viscount. And I heard the weight is almost 100-150lbs. So for a stage piano (for me) no way. I’ll take the Yamaha xf8 in that case; leave the kawai @ home. Other than that great piano!😌🎶🎹👍🏾
What's the first song you play? I'm trying to put my finger on it and what film it also featured in.
Did you ever find out, I’ve been trying to think what it is also?!
What would be a good choice for a good piano action for home use?
Would love to buy this..whats the price??
An authorized Kawai and Yamaha dealer in my area (Southern CA) gave me a quote of $2180 + tax for a brand new MP11se (before any negotiating on my part). No sales tax if you're outside of CA but there will be a small shipping cost. If 2 other people are interested, I can get an even better price for all three of us.
Hien Vu did you get it.
How much
Tiene sonidos de bajo electrico ?? Funcion split?
Hey Tony, I recently purchased a kawai mp11se myself and I was wondering what piano stand would you recommend for it? I'm looking for something solid that won't wobble with some height adjustments.
Hi Alvin. We would recommend a stand like the Roland Ks10z
@@bonnersmusic Thanks!
The Roland KSG8 is a nice stand but I switched to the Yamaha LG800 because I wanted a stand that is as long as the piano. Most stands are under 4'wide, which are fine for support but don't have the look that I want.
Hien Vu damn that’s an expensive stand though
Hien Vu where did you end up getting the piano?
I have a weird question :) if I buy this piano, do I need to have speakers for playing, or does it have speakers already in piano? Great review!
As far as i know....yes you do....no it hasnt.....😁😉
Needs speakers and I would go for 7" drivers or bigger to capture the range of sound.
What kind of keyboard stand do you recommend for kawai mp11se?
a very sturdy on as it\s 35KG
What is that strings piece at 8:19? or is that improv?
what stand i should use for Kawai MP11SE?
wish they would make upgrade sound modules.... my old mp7 wants a shigeru!!
What are the best speakers or keyboard amp for this piano?
That entirely depends on where you will be using the MP11SE. If you are looking for speakers purely for use in the home, then I would suggest a good pair of Studio Monitors like the Yamaha HS Series. If you are going to be using it in a Live performance, you can either use a PA System like , or Keyboard amp like a Roland KC220? It would completely depend on the venue size and if you are playing with other musicians/singers? Contact us directly via our website or telephone where any one of our specialists will be happy to advise you.
Bonners Music Superstore both really but when gigging i guess i am at the mercy of their sound system. I have a roland kc 300 but not a huge fan tbh
This is such an indepth góód review.......wow.
what is a melody on 1:53?
What is that song when he played sk 5?
What song do you start playing around 2:00?
Slarty The beginning of Mike Oldfield's "Tubular Bells"
Death Note OST - L theme
Would you review the Nord Grand along side the Kawai mp11se?
Phillip. In my opinion, the Nord Grand action is not nearly as good as the action on the MP11se but of course, it doesn't weigh nearly as much. So if you want a great action for your studio, go with the MP11se. If you want a good gigging keyboard, you may want to look at the Nord Grand or Roland Rd2000.
If you want the best and most authentic possible action on any stage piano, than this is for you. BUT...all of those big wooden keysticks are heavy and long. The MP11SE is bulky and weighs 34 Kg (75 pounds). So as an instrument for the studio, it's great, but for gigging musicians it's a backbreaker. And the on-board sounds are excellent, but there's a limited selection compared with some other stage pianos. The action is a little noisy too.
It's a great instrument, but it's not for everybody.
not a single organ sound of any kind on this btw.
I have an MP11SE it has ruined me for Nords, Yamahas, and everything else with an inferior action. I like the Shigeru samples but honestly I mostly use Pianoteq and Keyscape VSTs.
@Twan Manders I use the Garritan too, really love the piano sound on that.
So many decent "portable" digital pianos that sound good - This is definitely one of them.
I'd like to sell my Avantgrand N1, and use this as my main piano in my living room.
This sounds crazy! This stage keyboard seems really good but I wouldn’t trade my Yamaha AvantGrand N1 for any of these kind of piano...
Are we hearing inbuilt speakers or, does this stage piano require external speakers?
This piano requires external speakers
Piece of 1'50 ...?
Does anyone know that piece that starts around 58 seconds in?
"Glasgow love theme"
@@stevenbaggley1257 Thank you; I was struggling to find that out and Shazzam wasn't helping.
Is there no rhythm section at all?
It is a built in metronome with option of having some drum patterns going.
Great piano, but we also need to know what speakers would be best with this. Can you advise?
Tyrosmatt i use a pair of JBL LSR308 (8" woofers) powered active studio monitors with mine, but the JBL LSR305 (5") are enough. they are a popular option and the 5" model can be found online for $100-150.
I’m using Genelec 8330’s and a 7350 sub for in-home use. Having the ability to calibrate db by frequency to room acoustics makes it possible for each key to produce the tone as intended, at the same volume as all other keys. Quite a remarkable result. How much you value these qualities determines the value of the system (to you) of course.
Great review and playing as always, thanks
Many thanks Steven!
I really need to have an mp11se... too expensive in america
Maafa 1619 I have a job too...And a steinway upright, a Hammond M3, Yamaha motif xs8, Hammond xk1c, and ravenscroft 275 too..🤷🏻♂️ again I have a job too
Abel. You can buy a MP11se for $1999 in the US. I think that's a great price anywhere!
Hien Vu please tell me where because they are all almost $3000 here in America
Maafa 1619 exactly
The only thing Kawai is missing is a self contained speaker system option, which would take it over the top for me. Love feeling the vibration of the old Yamaha P series and CP300
This Kawai is first and foremost for pro use, and then you will always attach it to external monitor speakers or a PA mixer.
Oystein Soreide I don't blame him if he wants to mimic the strings vibrations of a real piano. I wish they made it so the keys could vibrate without needing a self contained speaker system in it. That would be amazing
I'm considering a Roland GP609 for this exact reason. The vibration is definitely an important part of the piano playing experience.
Strings muy parecido al ensoniq mr
6:40 와....디지네
What would you recommend for amature player mp11se or mp7se ???
I would personally go for a Mp7se if you are really wanting to stick with Kawai but if you want to get something that will last try the Yamaha CP 88 or the Nord piano 4 I just bought a Nord grand and it’s fantastic mainly you want a piano that will last and be able to have expandability the Yamaha cp 88 and all Nords can download new sounds and the keyboard themselves will be able to get better overtime it’s hard with an instrument like the Kawai MP series cuz the expandability isn’t there
@@josiahdelarosa1165 I will stay away from both CP-88 and Nord piano 4. Do thorough research and make sure you have "actually" tried a Kawai before you suggest something. The Nord Piano 4 has FATAR action which is a low-end keybed (sorry). Nowhere near what Kawai or Yamaha offer. Second CP-88 is a reface of S90XS with the ability to load samples. CP-88 is a ROMpler. MP7SE and MP11SSE come with a fantastic keybed (not available in CP series and Nord) and the piano emulation engine which has a faithful simulation of the majority of Kawai pianos. You really don't need any other samples to load in them! They sound that good!!! MP7SE has a superior voice set compared to CP-88. Great pianos, great Rhodes and e-pianos, good organs. MP series at the moment is the best overall stage instruments you can buy. CP-88 has been in the market for 2 years and still can't beat MP series sonically and technologically. Kawai's action is so good (and Nord's action is so bad!) that Nord decided to use MP7SE's action (RHIII) in Nord Grand.
@@abdolreza82 What a pile of bullshit!
Does this have built-in speakers? Or does it require external speakers? And it's mentioned that it's designed as a portable keyboard. What's the weight? Is it truly portable? A frustratingly incomplete review...
There are balanced, unbalanced and midi outputs. I assume that there is also a headphone jack. External amplifiers and speakers are required. I think the weight was given as 37K.
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Dude just look up the specs on the internet. The review was great as usual by bonners.
Rhodes/e-piano - 6:41
what speakers or amplifiers would you recommend for the best sound?
studio monitors works well to get the original sound. Something like Yamaha HS7's or Adam audio TV7 monitors
Yes, Yamaha HS are very good. And reliable. I had control room Mackie but they didn't last very long.
Keyboard amplifiers are far from sounding like studio monitors.
It doesn't sound like an acoustic piano
No disrespect because Tony is excellent at this but IMO kawai is a Casio in a suit..
what?? hahahahahahahaha what you been smoking? Don’t be ridiculous!🤣🙄🙄
This marks a person on the Internet that's not touched what he's talking about.
Still sounds plastic compared to a real piano. It is just the air, the room - basically everything else than the piano that is a part of a pianos sound that are missing. But it is the same with every digital piano sound. Every note is fighting for its space when played at the same time, so it feels like a poly compression where each string on a piano is a lot more independent to conquer the room and our listening ears. The good thing with a digital piano is that it always is in tune.
So are you asking us to buy a 50k dollar grand piano?
@@pianistanimeher394 Because an acoustic piano cost 50k?
@@cplaei1800 your saying plastic so you saying to buy something like acoustic grand
@@pianistanimeher394 I am clearly saying that a digital piano still got a long way to go, if the goal is to sound like an acoustic piano. An acoustic piano is something you can buy for few bucks, if you are placed in europe at least.
what interface did you use here? sound card
What stand do you use in this video?
Roland KS18z
Your other answer says Yamaha L7B?
Bonners Music Superstore I just ordered the MP11SE and will be getting it within the week and I really want to get a good stand for it. I wanted to ask if you experienced any wobbliness from the Yamaha L7B stand you're using in this video? Also is this a stand you would recommend using for MP11SE? It's just the depth length and wieght of the MP11SE is something that worries me when trying to pick the right stand for it