What is the optimum distance from the wall for a digital or hybrid piano equipped with a soundboard speaker?

Q: What is the optimum distance from the wall for a digital or hybrid piano equipped with a soundboard speaker?

Place at least 6–12 inches from the wall to allow proper air circulation and prevent sound reflections that muddy the tone.

For digital and hybrid pianos equipped with a soundboard speaker system, Kawai recommends placing the instrument at least 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) away from the wall behind it. This allows adequate air circulation around the soundboard and prevents reflections from the wall surface affecting the resonance.

Avoid placing the piano directly in a corner, as corner placement can cause low-frequency buildup and uneven sound. Room acoustics will affect the overall sound quality, so experiment with placement to find the position that sounds best in your space.

Refer to your owner's manual for any model-specific spacing recommendations.