Kawai Grand Piano
- Serial Number: 234106
- Model: No.500
- Size: 178cm (5.10”)
- Colour: High Gloss Mahogany
- Pedals: 3
- Keys: Synthetic
- Price: R165 000
The No. 500 sits perfectly in the "Classic Grand" or "Studio Grand" category. It is large enough to possess excellent acoustic depth, yet compact enough to fit comfortably within homes or music studios. Rich, warm tonality, because of its 178 cm length, the No. 500 features a generous soundboard area and long bass strings. This gives the piano the signature "Kawai Sound"—a deep, woody, and robust bass register paired with a warm, dark, and sweet treble. Unlike modern Kawai grand pianos that use carbon-fiber composite materials (the Millennium III action), the vintage No. 500 utilizes a traditional, meticulously crafted all-wood action mechanism. The touch is generally described as substantial, smooth, and highly expressive, offering an excellent dynamic range. Pianos from this era were over-engineered to compete globally. The No. 500 features a massive, laminated multi-ply rim and a heavy iron plate that grants the instrument incredible tuning stability and long-term structural longevity.