Yes, that's right. The CN301 is a little bigger in each dimension, and especially depth, due the additional top-mounted speakers. For players seeking a compact instrument for their home, the CN201 is a great option.
@@KawaiPianosGlobal thanks so much for the response.. I will go for the 201. But those extra speakers on the 301 shissshh😅. Its tempting. Can I use the 201 with external speakers via midi or aux plug
@@jomiongoo We're happy to help! While it does have less features, the CN201 is still a great option. However, please note that this model does not feature Line Out connectors. It will theoretically be possible to connect additional speakers to one of the headphone connectors (be sure to disable headphone sound processing such as "Spatial Headphone Sound"), however this will also mute the instrument's built-in speakers. The CN201 does not feature the standard DIN MIDI connectors, however MIDI data can be sent/received using the piano's USB to Host port, allowing the CN201 to trigger virtual instrument software running on a computer etc. We hope this helps!
How does it compare to the cn301 and the ca401? I've played piano as a kid for 4 years and recently picked it back up. I'm on about the same skill level, an intermediate/ advanced player. I've always played acoustic. However, with the current circumstances, i need a digital piano because of the ability to play with headphones and not needing to tune it. On my lessons i'm practicing on an acoustic piano, which feels alot better than the current digital piano i have at home. I also perform better when i'm playing an acoustic. Given my skill level and experience, would the cn201 hold up well or would a CA401 suit me better? Over here it's quite a steep price difference (cn201 is 1250€, ca401 is 2000€). My current budget is set on 1500€, but if it's worth it i can stretch with that. Also, what are some recommendations for used CA models?
Thank you for your comment and questions. In terms of features, the CN201 and CA401 are very similar, with one of the main differences being that the CA401 incorporates the Grand Feel Compact wooden key keyboard action. The CN301 shares the same sound engine and keyboard action with the CN201, while offering a broader range of sounds and connectivity options (including USB to Device, Line In/Line Out). Here is a side-by-side comparison of the CN201, CN301, and CA401 specifications: www.kawai-global.com/product_comparison/detail.php?n=cn201,cn301,ca401&ct=36 As for which instrument is more suitable in your case, we would always recommend visiting a Kawai dealer in order to play-test these instruments in person, however if your primary focus is on a digital piano that feels as close to that of an acoustic piano as possible (within a specific budget), the CA401 with its wooden key seesaw keyboard action would be our recommendation. Regarding used CA models, it is difficult to recommend any specific models, however our suggestion would be to stick to instruments that are 1~2 generations old. We hope this helps - best of luck with your search!
@@KawaiPianosGlobal Hello, thank you for your helpful advice! I've been to a kawai dealer today and this really helped to clear things up a bit. I'm now fully aware of what the market has to offer and what i'm looking for. I played on alot of different models, including the cn301, all of the CA models, and even an AURES 2 piano! I've settled on the CA series. I'm currently considering the CA701 and the CA901. I have a few more questions about piano's in general. On your site, the specifications also mention "polyphony". What does this mean? The second question, what's the difference between the "sustain" and "sostenuto" pedals? I learnt to play on an upright piano with only 2 pedals, the sustain (which would lift the dampers) and the piano pedal. What does sostenuto do? Thank you in advance for your help.
@@ayviuon Thank you for positive feedback - it's great to read that you were able to play-test a range of different Kawai instruments at your local dealer's store, and that you are considering the CA701 and CA901. Regarding your additional questions, which we apologise for overlooking up until now: "Polyphony" refers to the number of notes that the instrument can produce (sound) simultaneously. A "Maximum Polyphony" specification of 256 means that the instrument can theoretically produce 256 notes at the same time. However, the way these notes are allocated can vary depending on the sound selected. The difference between the "Sustain" (aka "Damper") and "Sostenuto" pedals can be outlined as follows: - Depressing the Damper/Sustain pedal sustains the sound after the player's hands have been lifted from the keyboard. - Depressing the Sostenuto pedal after playing the keyboard and before releasing the keys, sustains the sound of only those notes that were played at that moment. Any keys that are subsequently played after the sostenuto pedal is depressed will not be sustained. We hope this helps!
Is the sound in this video performance recorded line-out (as it would be heard with headphones) or is it micked overhead of the speaker sound (as it would be hears within a room)? The speaker sound is important to me because I prefer not to use headphones. Thank you!
Thank you for your comment. The sound in this video was recorded from the CN201's headphone output. The CN201 does not feature Line Out connectors, therefore the headphone output is the only way to capture the instrument's sound (without using microphones). However, connecting a recorder to the headphone output will also mute the instrument's speakers, therefore an external speaker (placed behind the instrument, out of shot) was also connected to the secondary headphone output. We hope this helps!
Thank you for your interest James! The CN201's built-in Lesson function incorporates the following classical/contemporary lesson books, accounting for over 250 pieces/songs: Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100) Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849) Beyer 106 (Vorschule im Klavierspiel, Opus 101) Chopin Walzer (Chopin waltzes series 1-19) Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B www.kawai-global.com/product/cn201/#specs In addition, the PiaBookPlayer app (freely available to all Kawai digital/hybrid piano customers with an iOS/Android device) includes notated scores from 9 lesson books, and over 370 pieces: www.kawai-global.com/product/piabookplayer/ We hope this helps - best of luck with your piano journey!
Hello, thank you for your comment and question. The CN201 offers the following benefits over the KDP120: - Responsive Hammer III keyboard action - Progressive Harmonic Imaging piano sound engine - More sounds, more Virtual Technician adjustment parameters (via app) - Updated control panel with OLED display - 3 angle adjustable music rest - Bluetooth Audio functionality - Updated and improved power adapter For a side-by-side comparison of the KDP120 and CN201 specifications, please refer to the following link: www.kawai-global.com/product_comparison/detail.php?n=kdp120,cn201&ct=36 We hope this helps - best of luck with your purchasing decision!
Is it possible to download and install more instrumental sound samples? I know I can adjust the sounds in the app, but is it possible to load more samples with the app or by connecting to a PC? Honestly, for its price, CN-201 has very few samples.
Hello, thank you for your question. The CN201 does not support the ability to install additional instrument sounds. As a digital piano, the focus is primarily on acoustic piano sounds (8 types), with a selection of other, non-piano instruments (11 types) to add variety to the player's performance. The CN201 can however be used as a MIDI instrument, allowing software-based instruments running on a computer or smartphone/tablet to be controlled from the piano's keyboard. We hope this answers your question.
@@KawaiPianosGlobal Do you mean using VST samples? If so, I had bad experiences with long latency on my PC, although that was on entry-level Roland piano. Someone suggested I should upgrade my sound card to something dedicated, but I don't think that would be possible on a tablet.
@@mipe7755 Hello, thank you for your reply. Yes, software-based sample libraries (often referred to as VSTs) allow piano and other instrument sounds to be played back from a computer. Latency can be an issue with some hardware setups, however this can be improved using a dedicated soundcard/audio interface. It is possible to use most audio interfaces with tablets/smartphones, however it's perhaps less common. iOS/iPadOS devices have a strong selection of high quality sample library apps available, however these are less common on Android devices. We hope this helps!
Hi! I'm a keyboard player and I'm interested in practicing classical piano as a hobby. Would you recommend going for CA49/59 or CN301/201? It will be used only for the grand piano sound, at home. I would prefer to have a better key action than any other parameters.
Hello Laced Hexes, thanks for your comment/question. If your priority is keyboard action realism, we would indeed recommend the CA49/CA59 due to the "Grand Feel Compact" wooden-key keyboard action. The "Responsive Hammer III" keyboard action is also highly regarded, but not quite up to the same level of realism. Best of luck with your purchasing decision, and your piano hobby!
@@technodog2 Thanks for your comment, and good call! However, it's perhaps worth noting that only the CA59 uses the "Harmonic Imaging XL" sound engine. The other models use the "Progressive Harmonic Imaging" sound engine. Here's a side-by-side comparison between the four models: www.kawai-global.com/product_comparison/detail.php?n=ca59,ca49,cn301,cn201&ct=36
@@technodog2 and @Kawai Pianos Global thank you for your answers! I think the whole CA series is very impressive, especially for people who want a nice piano with a smaller budget. After researching a bit I see that each model definitely has their own advantages. Moreover, there's a new CA401 now. 😊 Nice with so many choices!
i noticed the 201 is more compact than the 301 if you don't have the luxury of space..
Yes, that's right. The CN301 is a little bigger in each dimension, and especially depth, due the additional top-mounted speakers. For players seeking a compact instrument for their home, the CN201 is a great option.
@@KawaiPianosGlobal thanks so much for the response.. I will go for the 201. But those extra speakers on the 301 shissshh😅. Its tempting. Can I use the 201 with external speakers via midi or aux plug
@@jomiongoo We're happy to help! While it does have less features, the CN201 is still a great option. However, please note that this model does not feature Line Out connectors. It will theoretically be possible to connect additional speakers to one of the headphone connectors (be sure to disable headphone sound processing such as "Spatial Headphone Sound"), however this will also mute the instrument's built-in speakers. The CN201 does not feature the standard DIN MIDI connectors, however MIDI data can be sent/received using the piano's USB to Host port, allowing the CN201 to trigger virtual instrument software running on a computer etc. We hope this helps!
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How does it compare to the cn301 and the ca401?
I've played piano as a kid for 4 years and recently picked it back up. I'm on about the same skill level, an intermediate/ advanced player. I've always played acoustic.
However, with the current circumstances, i need a digital piano because of the ability to play with headphones and not needing to tune it.
On my lessons i'm practicing on an acoustic piano, which feels alot better than the current digital piano i have at home. I also perform better when i'm playing an acoustic.
Given my skill level and experience, would the cn201 hold up well or would a CA401 suit me better? Over here it's quite a steep price difference (cn201 is 1250€, ca401 is 2000€). My current budget is set on 1500€, but if it's worth it i can stretch with that.
Also, what are some recommendations for used CA models?
Thank you for your comment and questions.
In terms of features, the CN201 and CA401 are very similar, with one of the main differences being that the CA401 incorporates the Grand Feel Compact wooden key keyboard action. The CN301 shares the same sound engine and keyboard action with the CN201, while offering a broader range of sounds and connectivity options (including USB to Device, Line In/Line Out). Here is a side-by-side comparison of the CN201, CN301, and CA401 specifications: www.kawai-global.com/product_comparison/detail.php?n=cn201,cn301,ca401&ct=36
As for which instrument is more suitable in your case, we would always recommend visiting a Kawai dealer in order to play-test these instruments in person, however if your primary focus is on a digital piano that feels as close to that of an acoustic piano as possible (within a specific budget), the CA401 with its wooden key seesaw keyboard action would be our recommendation.
Regarding used CA models, it is difficult to recommend any specific models, however our suggestion would be to stick to instruments that are 1~2 generations old.
We hope this helps - best of luck with your search!
@@KawaiPianosGlobal Hello, thank you for your helpful advice! I've been to a kawai dealer today and this really helped to clear things up a bit. I'm now fully aware of what the market has to offer and what i'm looking for. I played on alot of different models, including the cn301, all of the CA models, and even an AURES 2 piano!
I've settled on the CA series. I'm currently considering the CA701 and the CA901.
I have a few more questions about piano's in general. On your site, the specifications also mention "polyphony". What does this mean?
The second question, what's the difference between the "sustain" and "sostenuto" pedals? I learnt to play on an upright piano with only 2 pedals, the sustain (which would lift the dampers) and the piano pedal. What does sostenuto do?
Thank you in advance for your help.
@@ayviuon Thank you for positive feedback - it's great to read that you were able to play-test a range of different Kawai instruments at your local dealer's store, and that you are considering the CA701 and CA901.
Regarding your additional questions, which we apologise for overlooking up until now:
"Polyphony" refers to the number of notes that the instrument can produce (sound) simultaneously. A "Maximum Polyphony" specification of 256 means that the instrument can theoretically produce 256 notes at the same time. However, the way these notes are allocated can vary depending on the sound selected.
The difference between the "Sustain" (aka "Damper") and "Sostenuto" pedals can be outlined as follows:
- Depressing the Damper/Sustain pedal sustains the sound after the player's hands have been lifted from the keyboard.
- Depressing the Sostenuto pedal after playing the keyboard and before releasing the keys, sustains the sound of only those notes that were played at that moment. Any keys that are subsequently played after the sostenuto pedal is depressed will not be sustained.
We hope this helps!
Is the sound in this video performance recorded line-out (as it would be heard with headphones) or is it micked overhead of the speaker sound (as it would be hears within a room)? The speaker sound is important to me because I prefer not to use headphones. Thank you!
Thank you for your comment. The sound in this video was recorded from the CN201's headphone output. The CN201 does not feature Line Out connectors, therefore the headphone output is the only way to capture the instrument's sound (without using microphones). However, connecting a recorder to the headphone output will also mute the instrument's speakers, therefore an external speaker (placed behind the instrument, out of shot) was also connected to the secondary headphone output. We hope this helps!
Interested to buy. How many built in Music score available for self learning?
Thank you for your interest James!
The CN201's built-in Lesson function incorporates the following classical/contemporary lesson books, accounting for over 250 pieces/songs:
Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100)
Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849)
Beyer 106 (Vorschule im Klavierspiel, Opus 101)
Chopin Walzer (Chopin waltzes series 1-19)
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B
www.kawai-global.com/product/cn201/#specs
In addition, the PiaBookPlayer app (freely available to all Kawai digital/hybrid piano customers with an iOS/Android device) includes notated scores from 9 lesson books, and over 370 pieces:
www.kawai-global.com/product/piabookplayer/
We hope this helps - best of luck with your piano journey!
Hi, what are the main differances between this model and kdp 120
Hello, thank you for your comment and question. The CN201 offers the following benefits over the KDP120:
- Responsive Hammer III keyboard action
- Progressive Harmonic Imaging piano sound engine
- More sounds, more Virtual Technician adjustment parameters (via app)
- Updated control panel with OLED display
- 3 angle adjustable music rest
- Bluetooth Audio functionality
- Updated and improved power adapter
For a side-by-side comparison of the KDP120 and CN201 specifications, please refer to the following link:
www.kawai-global.com/product_comparison/detail.php?n=kdp120,cn201&ct=36
We hope this helps - best of luck with your purchasing decision!
Is it possible to download and install more instrumental sound samples? I know I can adjust the sounds in the app, but is it possible to load more samples with the app or by connecting to a PC? Honestly, for its price, CN-201 has very few samples.
Hello, thank you for your question. The CN201 does not support the ability to install additional instrument sounds. As a digital piano, the focus is primarily on acoustic piano sounds (8 types), with a selection of other, non-piano instruments (11 types) to add variety to the player's performance.
The CN201 can however be used as a MIDI instrument, allowing software-based instruments running on a computer or smartphone/tablet to be controlled from the piano's keyboard.
We hope this answers your question.
@@KawaiPianosGlobal Do you mean using VST samples? If so, I had bad experiences with long latency on my PC, although that was on entry-level Roland piano. Someone suggested I should upgrade my sound card to something dedicated, but I don't think that would be possible on a tablet.
@@mipe7755 Hello, thank you for your reply. Yes, software-based sample libraries (often referred to as VSTs) allow piano and other instrument sounds to be played back from a computer. Latency can be an issue with some hardware setups, however this can be improved using a dedicated soundcard/audio interface. It is possible to use most audio interfaces with tablets/smartphones, however it's perhaps less common. iOS/iPadOS devices have a strong selection of high quality sample library apps available, however these are less common on Android devices.
We hope this helps!
Hi! I'm a keyboard player and I'm interested in practicing classical piano as a hobby. Would you recommend going for CA49/59 or CN301/201? It will be used only for the grand piano sound, at home. I would prefer to have a better key action than any other parameters.
the CA59/49 as they have wooden keys and better samples
Hello Laced Hexes, thanks for your comment/question. If your priority is keyboard action realism, we would indeed recommend the CA49/CA59 due to the "Grand Feel Compact" wooden-key keyboard action. The "Responsive Hammer III" keyboard action is also highly regarded, but not quite up to the same level of realism. Best of luck with your purchasing decision, and your piano hobby!
@@technodog2 Thanks for your comment, and good call!
However, it's perhaps worth noting that only the CA59 uses the "Harmonic Imaging XL" sound engine. The other models use the "Progressive Harmonic Imaging" sound engine. Here's a side-by-side comparison between the four models: www.kawai-global.com/product_comparison/detail.php?n=ca59,ca49,cn301,cn201&ct=36
@@technodog2 and @Kawai Pianos Global thank you for your answers! I think the whole CA series is very impressive, especially for people who want a nice piano with a smaller budget. After researching a bit I see that each model definitely has their own advantages. Moreover, there's a new CA401 now. 😊 Nice with so many choices!
@@lacedhexesI have the exact same circumstance as you, and I just got my CN 201 today.
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