Kawai KCP90 Owner's manual

Preparation Before Use

Basic Operations

Accompaniment Styles

Recorder

Settings

Appendix

KCP90

Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing this Kawai KCP90 digital piano.

This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and

operation of the KCP90 digital piano.

Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.

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Preface

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AboutthisOwner’sManual

Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owner’s manual.

This section explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power.

The Basic Operations section (page 14) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the

KCP90 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Accompaniment Styles section (page 24)

explains how the instrument’s Styles feature can be used to enhance performances with backing accompaniments.

The Recorder section (page 31) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored in the instrument’s internal

memory, while the Settings section (page 35) details the various options and settings that be used to adjust the sound and

operation of the instrument.

Finally, the Appendix section (page 48) includes assembly instructions, troubleshooting recommendations, lists for all internal

sounds and styles, as well as chord charts, MIDI reference information, and full specication details.

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KCP90 Feature Highlights

Advanced Hammer Action IV-F weighted-key keyboard action

The Advanced Hammer Action IV-F (AHA IV-F) keyboard action has been developed to represent the distinctive touch of

an acoustic grand piano, with its remarkable springless design providing consistent upward and downward motion for

a smooth, natural, piano playing experience.

Moreover, just as acoustic pianos utilise heavier bass hammers and lighter treble hammers, the AHA IV-F keyboard action

also employs dierent hammer weights, appropriately graded for each playing range. Such attention to detail allows

greater stability during fortissimo passages, while preserving delicate pianissimo control, to satisfy the demands of even

the most discerning pianist.

Harmonic Imaging™ (HI) sound technology, 88-key piano sampling

The KCP90 digital piano captures the beautiful sound of Kawai’s highly acclaimed hand-built concert grand piano, with

all 88 keys of this exceptional instrument meticulously recorded, analysed and faithfully reproduced using proprietary

Harmonic Imaging™ technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the original grand

piano, aording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to the strongest,

boldest fortissimo.

Additional reverberation eects that simulate the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall are also

applied, resulting in a rich, vibrant piano tone that delivers breathtaking realism and authenticity.

Excellent selection of additional instrument sounds

Supplementing the realistic acoustic piano voices, the KCP90 also features an excellent selection of additional

instrument sounds, ranging from electric pianos and drawbar and church organs, to strings, brass, and woodwind

instruments, inviting musicians to add greater variety to their performances.

Furthermore, the Dual playing mode also allows two dierent sounds, such as grand piano and strings, to be layered

together. This combined sound can then be adjusted quickly and easily using the real-time balance slider.

Professional accompaniment styles

The KCP90’s Styles feature provides 100 professionally arranged backing accompaniments to support a range of

musical genres. Complete with intro, ll-in, and ending phrases and a selection of rock, jazz, funk, and Latin styles,

creative players can enjoy breathing new life into their existing repertoire at the touch of a button.

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Important Safety Instructions

denotes that care should be taken.

The example instructs the user to take care not to allow ngers to be trapped.

denotes a prohibited operation.

The example instructs that disassembly of the product is prohibited.

denotes an operation that should be carried out.

The example instructs the user to remove the power cord plug from the AC outlet.

Examples of Picture Symbols

Read all the instructions before using the product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lighting ash with arrowhead symbol, within

an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user

to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous

voltage" within the product's enclosure that may

be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of

electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the leterature

accompanying the product.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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Important Safety Instructions

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WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or

serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly.

This product shall be near the AC outlet and the power cord plug in a position so that it can readily be

disconnected in an emergency because electricity is always charging while the plug is in the AC outlet

even in a power switch o condition.

This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider

than the other). This is a safety feature.

If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to

replace your obsolete outlet.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

Failure to do so may cause re in case of

lightning.

Failure to do so may over-heat the product,

resulting in re.

The product is not completely disconnected from the

power supply even when the power switch is turned

o. If the product will not be used for a long time,

unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

When disconnecting the AC power cord's

plug, always hold the plug

and pull it to remove it.

Pulling the AC power cord itself may damage

the cord, causing a re, electric shock or

short-circuit.

Do not disassemble, repair or modify

the product.

Doing so may result in product breakdown, electric

shock or short-circuit.

When using the headphones, do not

listen for long periods of

time at high volume levels.

Doing so may result in hearing problems.

The chair must be used properly (it must be

used only when playing the product).

Do not play with it or stand on it.

Only one person is allowed to sit on it.

Do not sit on it when opening the lid.

Re-tighten the bolts occasionally.

Doing so may cause the chair to fall over or your

ngers to be trapped, resulting in injury.

Do not insert or disconnect the power

cord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may cause electric shock.

The product should be connected to

an AC outlet of the specied voltage.

If you are going to use an AC power cord,

make sure that its has the correct plug shape

and conforms to the specied power voltage.

Failure to do so may result in re.

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Doing so may cause the product to fall over,

resulting in injury.

Do not lean against the keyboard.

Entry of water, needles or hair pins may result

in breakdown or short-circuit.

The product shall not be exposed to dripping or

splashing. No objects lled with liquids, such as

vases, shall be placed on the product.

Take care not to allow any foreign

matter to enter the product.

WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following.

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Doing so may result in discoloration or deformation

of the product.

When cleaning the product, put a soft cloth in

lukewarm water, squeeze it well, then wipe the

product.

Do not wipe the product with benzene

or thinner.

Failure to do so may damage them, resulting in

re, electric shock or short-circuit.

When connecting the AC power cord

and other cords, take care

not to get them tangled.

CAUTION

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or

damage to the product or other property if the product

is handled incorrectly.

The product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Ensure a

minimum distance of 5cm around the product for sucient ventilation.

Failure to do so may cause breakdown of this

product and other devices.

Before connecting cords, make sure

that the power to this product

and other devices is turned

OFF.

OFF

Doing so may cause the product to generate

noise.

If the product generates noise, move the

product suciently away from the electrical

appliance or connect it to another AC outlet.

Do not place the product near electrical

appliances such as TVs and radios.

Failure to do so may over-heat the product,

resulting in re.

Ensure that the ventilation is not

impeded by covering the ventilation

openings with items, such as newspaper,

table-cloths, curtains, etc.

Doing so may cause the product to become

deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown

or injury.

Do not stand on the product or exert

excessive force.

Please lift up the product when moving it.

Please note that the product is heavy and must

be carried by more than two persons.

Dropping the product may result in breakdown.

Do not drag the product on the oor.

Take care not to drop the product.

Closing it roughly may trap your ngers,

resulting in injury.

When you close the keyboard cover,

close it gently.

Using the product in such areas may result in

product breakdown.

Use the product only in moderate climates (not

in tropical climates).

Do not use the product in the following areas.

Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is

exposed to direct sunlight

Extremely hot areas, such as near a heater

Extremely cold areas, such as outside

Extremely humid areas

Areas where a large amount of sand or dust is present

Areas where the product is exposed to excessive

vibrations

Doing so may cause the illumination to fall over,

resulting in re.

Do not place naked ame, such as lighted

candles on the product.

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Should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power OFF, disconnect the power cord plug, and then

contact the shop from which the product was purchased.

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To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

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Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la che dans la borne correspondante de la prise et

pousser jusqu'au fond.

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If your product is marked with this recycling symbol it means that, at the end of its life, you must dispose of it

separately by taking it to an appropriate collection point.

You should not mix it with general household waste. Disposing of this product correctly will prevent potential negative

eects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

For further details, please contact your local authority.

(European Union only)

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THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

BLUE : NEUTRAL

BROWN : LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying

the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Do not plug either terminal of the power cord to the the ground od AC outlet on the wall.

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This instrument complies with the limits for a class B digital apparatus, pursuant to the Radio Interference Regulations,

C.R.C., c. 1374.

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authority to operate the equipment.

$% This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of

the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The nameplate label is located on the

underside of the instrument, as indicated below.

Nameplate

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Preface ...............................................3

Important Safety Instructions ....................4

Table of Contents ...................................8

Preparation Before Use

Part Names and Functions .......................10

Setting Up the Piano ..............................12

Using the Pedals ...................................13

Basic Operations

Selecting Sounds ..................................14

Dual Mode ..........................................15

Reverb ...............................................16

Eects ...............................................17

Transpose ...........................................18

Touch ................................................19

Metronome .........................................20

Demo Songs ........................................21

Registration Memories ...........................22

Accompaniment Styles

Styles ................................................24

1 Style basics .......................................24

2 Adjusting/enhancing the style ...................25

3 Adding accompaniment .........................26

4 Changing accompaniment settings ..............27

5 1-2 Play ...........................................29

Favourite Styles ....................................30

Recorder

Song Recorder .....................................31

1 Recording a song ................................31

2 Playing back a song ..............................33

3 Erasing a part/song ..............................34

Settings

Menu Settings .....................................35

1 Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

2 Damper Resonance ..............................37

3 Temperament ....................................38

4 Key of Temperament .............................40

5 MIDI Channel (transmit) ..........................41

6 Transmit MIDI Program Change ..................42

7 Local Control .....................................43

8 Channel Mute ....................................44

9 Send Program Change Number ..................45

10 Auto Power O .................................46

USB MIDI (USB to Host connector) ..............47

Appendix

Assembly Instructions ............................48

Connecting to Other Devices ....................52

Troubleshooting ...................................53

Program Change Number List ...................54

Drum Sound Mapping List .......................59

Accompaniment Chord Types ...................63

Style List ............................................67

Specications ......................................68

MIDI Implementation Chart .....................69

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Preparation Before Use

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Preparation Before Use

a MASTER VOLUME slider

This slider controls the master volume level of the instrument’s

built-in speakers or headphones, if connected.

b DEMO button

This button is used to start/stop playback of the instrument’s

built-in Demonstration songs.

c REGISTRATION button

This button is used to store and recall one of the eight dierent

Registration memories. Each Registration can store sound,

style, reverb, and eects settings, as well as various other

panel options.

d STYLE SELECTION buttons

These buttons are used to select drum rhythms and

accompaniment styles. Multiple styles are assigned to each

category button, and can be selected by pressing the same

button repeatedly. In addition, these buttons are also used to

select Registration memories.

e 1-2PLAYbutton

This button is used to automatically choose an appropriate

sound and setup for the selected style.

f METRONOME buttons

These buttons are used to turn the metronome function on/

o, and also to adjust the metronome’s tempo, time signature

(or beat), and volume settings.

g ACC button

This button is used to turn the auto accompaniment style

function on/o.

h SYNC/FADE OUT button

This button is used to activate the SYNC function, which starts

the drum rhythm/accompaniment style as soon as a note or

chord is played on the keyboard. If this button is pressed while

the style is playing, the accompaniment will gradually fade-

out and stop.

i INTRO/ENDING button

This button is used to play an intro section that leads into the

style. If this button is press while the style is playing, an ending

section will be played and the accompaniment will stop.

j START/STOP button

This button is used to start and stop the selected drum rhythm/

accompaniment style.

k FILL IN button

This button is used to play a short ‘ll-in’ section that

embellishes the style and leads to the next section.

l MENU buttons

These buttons are used to access menu functions that control

the instrument’s keyboard, sound, and MIDI settings.

m LCD display

The LCD display provides information such as the currently

selected sound/style name, and various other function values.

* A protective plastic lm is attached to the display during production.

Please remove this lm before attempting to play the instrument.

n VALUE buttons

These buttons are used to adjust the metronome/style tempo,

and other values shown in the LCD display.

o EFFECTS button

This button is used to turn eects for the selected sound on/

o, and to select the dierent eect types.

p REVERB button

This button is used to turn reverb for the selected sound on/

o, and to select the dierent reverb types.

q BALANCE slider

This slider adjusts the volume balance of the two sounds used

in Dual mode, or the Lower Section ACC volume when active.

r SOUND SELECTION buttons

These buttons are used to select the sound(s) that will be

heard when playing the keyboard of the KCP90 digital piano.

Multiple sounds are assigned to each category button, and

can be selected by pressing the same button repeatedly.

s RECORDER buttons

These buttons are used to record and playback performances

stored in the instrument’s internal memory.

t TOUCH button

This button is used to adjust the sensitivity of the keyboard.

u TRANSPOSE button

This button is used to adjust the pitch of the keyboard in semi-

tone steps.

v POWER switch

This switch is used to turn the KCP90 digital piano on/o.

w PHONES jacks

These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to

the KCP90 digital piano. Two pairs of headphones can be

connected and used simultaneously.

x USB to Host port

This port is use to connect the instrument to a computer using

a USB ‘B to A’ type cable in order to send and receive MIDI

data.

y LINE OUT jacks

These jacks are used to connect the stereo output (Left/

Right 1/4” phone plug) of the KCP90 digital piano to external

ampliers, mixers, recording devices, and similar equipment.

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Preparation Before Use

Setting Up the Piano

1. Connecting AC adapter to the instrument

Connect AC adapter (PS-154) to “DC IN 15V” jack located on the

underside of instrument.

Binder

2. Connecting the power cable to an outlet

Connect the instrument’s power cable to an AC outlet.

3. Turningonthepower

Press the POWER SWITCH located on the right hand side of the

front panel.

The instrument will turn on, and the words ‘Concert Grand’ will be

shown in the LCD display, indicating that the Concert Grand sound

is selected, and the KCP90 digital piano is ready to be played.

Concert Grand

4. Adjusting the volume

The MASTER VOLUME slider controls the volume level of the

instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected.

Move the slider to the right to increase the volume, and to the

left to decrease the volume.

Decrease

volume

Increase

volume

Use this slider to set the volume to a comfortable listening

level - the middle is often a good starting point.

* The KCP90 digital piano features a power saving function that can

automatically turn o the instrument after a specied period of

inactivity. For more information, please refer to the Auto Power O

setting on page 46.



Using headphones

Use the jacks located beneath the keyboard on the left hand

side, to connect stereo headphones to the KCP90 digital piano.

Two pairs of headphones can be connected and used

simultaneously. When a pair of headphones is connected,

sound will not be produced by the speakers.

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Preparation Before Use

Using the Pedals

Soft pedal

Sostenuto pedal

Sustain pedal

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Soft pedal (left pedal)

Depressing this pedal softens the sound, reducing its volume.

When the rotary speaker eect is selected, the soft pedal is also

used to alternate the speed of the rotary simulation between

‘Slow’ and ‘Fast’ eect modes.

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Sostenuto pedal (centre pedal)

Depressing this pedal after playing the keyboard and before

releasing the keys, sustains the sound of only those notes that

have been played. Any keys that are subsequently played after

the sostenuto pedal is depressed will not be sustained.

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Pedal support bolt

A pedal support bolt is attached at the base of the pedal board

to aid stability when the pedals are pushed.

Turn the bolt anti-clockwise until it makes contact with the

oor and supports the pedals rmly. If the pedal support bolt

does not make contact with the oor, the pedal board may

become damaged.

When moving the instrument, always adjust or

remove the pedal support bolt, then readjust

when the instrument is in its new position.

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Caring for the pedals

If the surface of the pedals becomes dirty, clean the pedals using a dry dish-washing sponge.

Do not attempt to clean the pedals using rust-removing solvents, abrasives or les.



GrandFeelpedalsystem

The KCP90 digital piano features the Grand Feel pedal system, which replicates the sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedal weighting

of Kawai’s EX Concert Grand piano.

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Sustain pedal (right pedal)

Depressing this pedal sustains the sound after one’s hands

have been lifted from the keyboard - greatly enriching the

piano sound, while also assisting smooth ‘legato’ passages.

The sustain pedal is capable of responding to half pedaling.

Pedal support bolt

As with a grand piano, the KCP90 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft.

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Basic Operations

The KCP90 digital piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical

styles. Sounds are arranged into seven categories, with several sounds assigned to each category button. For a

complete listing of sounds available on the KCP90 instrument, please refer to page 54 of this owner’s manual.

By default, the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on.

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Selecting a sound category

Press the desired SOUND button.

The LED indicator for the button will turn on to indicate that

this category has been selected, and the name of the sound

will be shown in the LCD display.

Classic E.Piano

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Changing the sound

Several sounds are assigned to each category button.

Press the selected category button repeatedly to cycle through

the dierent sound variations.

The

c

and d VALUE buttons can also be used to select sounds.

Classic E.Piano

60s E.Piano

Modern E.Piano.

The OTHERS category contains 333 sounds, divided into 21

subcategories. Press the OTHERS button repeatedly to cycle

through the dierent sound variations. Press the

c

and d

VALUE buttons to jump to the next/previous sub-category.

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PIANO ONLY button

The PIANO ONLY button provides a convenient way to

immediately restore the keyboard to the Concert Grand sound,

and stop any playing Style accompaniments.

Selecting Sounds

Basic Operations

Method 1:

Method 2:

Press repeatedly

Selected category

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Basic Operations

Dual Mode

The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound.

For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or a church organ combined with a choir, etc.



Entering Dual mode

Press and hold a SOUND button to select the rst sound, then press

another SOUND button to select the second (layered) sound.

The LED indicators for both buttons will turn on to indicate

that the two sounds have been selected, and their names will

be shown in the LCD display.

The sound assigned to the button that is pressed rst will be

shown on the top line.

Second (layered) sound

First sound

Concert Grand

Beautiful Strings

For example, to layer a piano sound with strings, rst press and

hold the PIANO button, then press the STRINGS button.

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Changing layered sounds

Press and hold the rst SOUND button, then press the second

SOUND button repeatedly to select the other sounds assigned

to that button.

For example, to change the layered ‘Beautiful Strings’ sound to

‘Warm Strings 2’, rst press and hold the PIANO button, then

press the STRINGS button repeatedly until ‘Warm Strings 2’ is

shown on the bottom line of the LCD display.

Concert Grand

Warm Strings 2

To layer two sounds assigned to the same SOUND button,

press the rst SOUND button, then press the

c

or d VALUE

buttons to select the desired layered sound.

Concert Grand

Modern Piano

* Press and hold the OTHERS button, then press the c or d VALUE

buttons to jump to the next/previous sub-category.

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Adjusting the volume balance

Move the BALANCE slider left and right to adjust the volume

balance between the two layered sounds.



Exiting Dual mode

Press a single SOUND button to exit dual mode.

* The KCP90 digital piano is capable of playing up to 192 notes

simultaneously (192-note polyphony). However, when Dual mode

is active the maximum polyphony will be halved, as two sounds are

produced for each note.

* If ACC is turned on and the Lower Section Mode setting is set to ‘Play’,

Dual mode will automatically revert to the rst selected sound. Please

refer to page 28 for more information.

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Increase

second

sound

volume

Increase

rst

sound

volume

hold

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Basic Operations

Reverb

Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or

concert hall. The KCP90 digital piano features six dierent reverb types.

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Reverb types

Reverb type Description

Room Simulates the ambiance of a small rehearsa room.

Lounge Simulates the ambience of piano lounge.

Small Hall Simulates the ambiance of a small hall.

Concert Hall Simulates the ambiance of a concert hall or theater.

Live Hall Simulates the ambiance of a live hall or stage.

Cathedral Simulates the ambiance of a large cathedral.

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TurningReverbon/o

Press the REVERB button to turn reverb on/o.

The LED indicator for the REVERB button will turn on to indicate

that reverb is in use.

The currently selected reverb type and status will be shown in

the LCD display.

Reverb ON

Type = Small Hall

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Changing the Reverb type

Press and hold the REVERB button, then press the

c

or d

VALUE buttons to cycle through the dierent reverb types.

Reverb ON

Type = Small Hall

Reverb ON

Type = Cathedral

Release the REVERB button to select the desired reverb type.

After a few seconds, the LCD display will return to showing the

name of the selected sound.

* The selected reverb type and on/o status can be stored to the KCP90’s

Registration memories. Please refer to page 22 for more information.

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Basic Operations

In addition to reverb, various other eects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character

and feeling of the instrument. The KCP90 digital piano features thirteen eect types.

* In order to enhance tonal quality and acoustic realism, certain types of eect may be applied to certain sounds automatically.

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Eect types

Eect type Description

Chorus Layers a slightly detuned version of sound over the original, thus enriching its tonal character.

Classic Chorus Similar in principle to Chorus, but intended for vintage electric piano sounds.

Stereo Delay Add an echo eect to the sound, playing through both speakers (stereo) simultaneously.

Ping Delay Adds a ‘ping pong’ echo eect to the sound, giving the impression that is ‘bouncing’ from left to right.

Triple Delay Similar in principle to Ping Delay, but with an additional centre echo.

Tremolo Continuously varies the volume at a constant speed, adding a vibrato type eect to the sound.

Classic Tremolo Similar in principle to Tremolo, but intended for vintage electric piano sounds.

Phaser Applies a cyclic phase change to the sound, giving the impression that the sound is moving.

Rotary 1/2/3

Simulates the sound of a rotary speaker commonly used with vintage electronic organs.

* The soft pedal can be used to alternate the speed of the rotary simulation between ‘Slow’ and ‘Fast’ eect modes.

Phaser + Amp Phaser with a vintage electric piano speaker eect applied.

Auto Pan + Amp

Alternates the sound output from left to right across the stereo eld using a sine wave with vintage electric

piano speaker eect applied.

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TurningEectson/o

Press the EFFECT button to turn the eects on/o.

The LED indicator for the EFFECT button will turn on to indicate

that the eects are in use.

The currently selected eect type and status will be shown in

the LCD display.

Effect ON

Type = Stereo Delay

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Changing the Eect type

Press and hold the EFFECT button, then press the

c

or d

VALUE button to cycle through the dierent eect types.

Effect ON

Type = Stereo Delay

Effect ON

Type = Tremolo

Release the EFFECT button to select the desired eect type.

After a few seconds, the LCD display will return to showing the

name of the selected sound.

* The selected eect type and on/o status can be stored to the KCP90’s

Registration memories. Please refer to page 22 for more information.

Eects

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Basic Operations

Transpose

The Transpose function allows the pitch of the KCP90 digital piano keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-

tone intervals. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for dierent keys, or when

a song learned in one key must be played in another key. When transposed, the song can be played in the

original key, yet heard in a dierent key.

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Adjusting the Transpose value

Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the

c

or d

VALUE buttons to increase or decrease the transpose value.

* The keyboard pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.

Alternatively, press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then

press a key within the range of C2 to C4.

The Transpose value will be shown in the LCD display, and

the LED indicator for the TRANSPOSE button will turn on to

indicate that the transpose function is active.

Transpose ON

+3 (D≠)

* To reset the Transpose value to 0, press and hold the TRANPOSE button,

then press the c and d VALUE buttons simultaneously.

* When the Transpose value is set to 0, the LED indicator for the

TRANSPOSE button will turn o.

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Turning Transpose on/o

Press the TRANSPOSE button to turn the transpose function

on/o.

* The specied transpose value will be retained even after the transpose

function is turned o.

* The specied transpose value can be stored to the KCP90’s Registration

memories. Please refer to page 22 for more information.

Method 1:

Method 2:

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Basic Operations

As with an acoustic piano, the KCP90 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with

force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation

to the strength and speed of playing - on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’.

The Touch function allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently adjusted. There are ve

dierent preset touch curve settings available.

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To uc h t y p e

Touch type Description

Light + Requires less striking force to achieve a forte note. For players with a very delicate touch.

Light

A louder volume is produced even when playing with a soft touch. For those still developing nger strength.

This curve is recommended for children and organ players.

Heavy Requires a heavier touch to produce a loud volume. Ideally suited to those with stronger ngers.

Heavy + Requires considerably more striking force to achieve a loud volume.

O

A constant volume is produced regardless of how hard the keys are struck.

Ideally suited for sounds that have a xed dynamic range such as organ and harpsichord.

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Changing the Touch type

Press and hold the TOUCH button, then press the

c

or d

VALUE buttons to select the desired touch type.

The touch type will be shown in the LCD display, and the LED

indicator for the TOUCH button will turn on to indicate that

the Touch function is active.

Touch ON

Type = Light

* The Touch function does not alter the physical weight of the keys.



Turning Touch o (returning to ‘Normal’ touch)

Press the TOUCH button to turn the touch function o.

The LED for the TOUCH button will turn o to indicate that

the touch function is no longer active, and the keyboard will

return to the ‘Normal’ (default) touch type.

* The selected touch type will be retained even after the touch function

is turned o.

Touch

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Basic Operations

Metronome

The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo.

The time signature, volume, and tempo of the metronome can be freely adjusted.



Turning the metronome on/o

Press the TEMPO button.

The LED indicator for the TEMPO button will turn on to indicate

that the metronome is in use, and a 4/4 beat will start to count.

The current metronome time signature and tempo in beats

per minute (bpm) will also be shown in the LCD display.

Metronome

TEMPO Œ = 120

Press the TEMPO button again to stop the metronome.

The LED indicator for the TEMPO button will turn o.

* The metronome can also be started by pressing the BEAT button.



Adjusting the metronome tempo

Press the TEMPO button, then press the

c

or d VALUE buttons

to increase or decrease the metronome tempo.

* The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10-300

bpm (20-600 bpm for eighth note rhythms).

* Adjusting the metronome tempo will also change the style tempo.



Changing the metronome time signature

Press the BEAT button, then press the

c

or d VALUE buttons

to select the desired metronome time signature.

* There are ten dierent types of time signature available:

1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, and 12/8.



Adjusting the metronome volume

Press the TEMPO and BEAT buttons simultaneously, then

press the

c

or d VALUE buttons to increase or decrease the

metronome volume.

The metronome volume will be shown in the LCD display.

Metronome

VOLUME = 5

* The metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 1-10.

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