KONSEI KATAGI RIM

A PERFECT BALANCE OF SMALL PORE AND LARGE PORE WOODS

THE BALANCE OF TONE

The Konsei Katagi rim is made from a unique combination of distinct hardwoods that provide an exceptional balance of tone. Small-pore hardwoods with excellent brightness and projection characteristics are blended together with dense, large pore woods for warmth and fullness This combination of structurally different hardwoods has become the hallmark of Shigeru pianos and their wonderfully euphonious tonality.

A PATH TO PERFECTION

Unlike many other manufacturers, Kawai’s rim production method prevents unnecessary stretching and compressing of the wood fibers in the material to make for the amazing tonal characteristics that the Shigeru Kawai piano has become well known for.

the blend of advanced technology AND LONGSTANDING TRADITION

"There is no greater demonstration of honor, no greater commitment, than to place one’s name upon the work of one’s hands."

THE ARTISANS AND CRAFTSMEN
UNRAVELING THE MASTERY: THE ARTISANS AND CRAFTSMEN BEHIND KAWAI'S RENOWNED PIANO ARTISTRY AND "THE GREEN WORKSHOP IN THE FOREST"
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STATE OF THE ART
MILLENNIUM III ACTION
ABS-CARBON COMPONENTS AND ALUMINUM ACTION RAILS ARE IMPERVIOUS TO CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY, RESULTING IN A MORE STABLE, TROUBLE FREE ACTION. FAST AND EXTREMELY RESPONSIVE
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TEMAKI BASS STRINGS
METICULOUSLY HAND WOUND BASS STRINGS PRODUCE RICH CHARACTER
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Shiko Seion Hammers
HAND PRESSED AND VOICED BY MASTER PIANO ARTISANS
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KIGARASHI AGED SOUNDBOARDS
KIGARASHI AGED, HAND CARVED PREMIUM SPRUCE
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KONSEI KATAGI RIM
A UNIQUE COMBINATION OF SMALL PORE AND LARGE PORE HARDWOODS ARE A HALLMARK OF SHIGERU KAWAI PIANOS
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ALL-SPRUCE BEAMS
ALL BACK FRAME BEAMS ON SHIGERU KAWAI PIANOS ARE CONSTRUCTED ENTIRELY OF THE BEST QUALITY SPRUCE
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DUAL PIVOT DAMPERS
THE UNIQUE DUAL PIVOT DAMPER DESIGN ALLOWS SMOOTHER HALF-PEDAL CONTROL FOR DELICATE TONAL EXPRESSION
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OTHER PREMIUM FEATURES
THERE ARE NUMEROUS OTHER PREMIUM FEATURES INCLUDED WITH EVERY SHIGERU KAWAI PIANO TO EXPLORE
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