Kawai Novus NV12 Hybrid Digital Piano

Kawai NV12 – Hybrid Digital Piano

The Kawai NV12 is the newest flagship in Kawai’s Novus hybrid line, combining a true Millennium III Hybrid grand‑piano action with a bold new cabinet design and Kawai’s revolutionary PentaDrive soundboard system. It delivers an immersive, acoustic‑like playing experience while offering the versatility, connectivity, and consistency of a modern digital instrument. For players who want the feel of a real grand without the footprint or maintenance, the NV12 represents a remarkable leap forward.

Why Players Love It

The NV12 brings together three elements rarely found in a single instrument:

• A real hybrid grand action with ABS‑carbon components and a true damper mechanism for authentic touch and control
• A speakerless soundboard system that vibrates and projects like an acoustic piano, creating a warm, resonant field of sound
• The SK‑EX Competition Grand engine, delivering Kawai’s most expressive piano tone with advanced rendering and resonance modeling

Key Features

• Millennium III Hybrid Grand Piano Action
  Real pivot length, graded hammers, and a true damper mechanism for uncompromising acoustic feel
• PentaDrive Soundboard System
  A groundbreaking transducer‑driven soundboard that replaces traditional speakers for natural, acoustic‑style projection
• SK‑EX Rendering Engine
  Includes SK‑EX Competition Grand sounds with advanced resonance modeling for rich, expressive tone
• Grand‑Inspired Cabinet
  A redesigned topboard with adjustable positions and a rounded back profile that echoes the silhouette of a baby grand
• Modern Connectivity
  Bluetooth MIDI/Audio v5, USB‑C, dual headphone outputs, and full audio I/O for flexible practice and performance
• 5″ Anti‑Glare Touchscreen
  Clean, intuitive control of sounds, settings, and onboard features
• Expanded Lesson, Recording & Practice Tools
  Hundreds of lesson songs, internal and USB recording, and flexible split/dual modes

Ideal For

• Players seeking the closest possible feel to a grand piano in a compact digital format
• Homes where acoustic projection is desired without tuning or climate concerns
• Teachers and advancing students who value precision, consistency, and expressive control
• Musicians who need modern connectivity for recording, composing, or silent practice

In the Showroom

The NV12 stands out as a centerpiece instrument — elegant, modern, and unmistakably premium. Its soundboard‑driven resonance fills a room in a way few digital instruments can, and its hybrid action offers a level of control that immediately feels familiar to acoustic grand players.

Visit Portland Piano Company to experience it in person or shop online today.