Shigeru Kawai
Shigeru Kawai

TheCollection — Shigeru Kawai grand piano models, SK-2 to SK-EX

Six handcrafted grand pianos · Ryuyo Grand Piano Factory, Hamamatsu

Shigeru Kawai SK-2, SK-2Classic Salon GrandShigeru Kawai SK-3, SK-3Conservatory GrandShigeru Kawai SK-5, SK-5Chamber GrandShigeru Kawai SK-6, SK-6Orchestra GrandShigeru Kawai SK-7, SK-7Semi-Concert GrandShigeru Kawai SK-EX, SK-EXConcert Grand
The beginningThe pinnacle
Shigeru Kawai SK-2 classic salon grand — 5' 11"

SK-2 — Shigeru Kawai Classic Salon Grand

Classic Salon Grand

5' 11" · 180 cm

The first model in the premium line — rivals any piano of its class.

  • First model in the premium Shigeru Kawai line

  • Rivals any premium piano of its class

Polished Ebony · Sapele Mahogany Polish

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Shigeru Kawai SK-3 conservatory grand — 6' 2"

SK-3 — Shigeru Kawai Conservatory Grand

Conservatory Grand

6' 2" · 188 cm

Regarded as some of the finest pianos available — admired globally.

  • Incredible blend of rich tone and responsive touch

  • Admired by world-class pianists across the globe

Polished Ebony · Brown Sapele Mahogany · Pyramid Mahogany (Limited Edition)

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Shigeru Kawai SK-6 orchestra grand — 7' 0"

SK-6 — Shigeru Kawai Orchestra Grand

Orchestra Grand

7' 0" · 214 cm

Stability, consistent touch, and a rich well-rounded tone.

  • Sits proudly in the middle of the Shigeru Kawai range

  • Boasts stability, consistent touch and a rich, well-rounded tone

Polished Ebony

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Shigeru Kawai SK-7 semi-concert grand — 7' 6"

SK-7 — Shigeru Kawai Semi-Concert Grand

Semi-Concert Grand

7' 6" · 229 cm

Second only to the SK-EX in full-bodied tone and exceptional dynamic range.

  • Second only to the SK-EX in full-bodied tone and exceptional dynamic range

  • Incredible range of expression, brilliant treble, resounding bass notes

Polished Ebony

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Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand — 9' 1"

SK-EX — Shigeru Kawai Concert Grand

Concert Grand

9' 1" · 278 cm · Fewer than 20 per year

Fewer than 20 handcrafted each year. The pinnacle of the range.

  • Pinnacle of the Shigeru Kawai range

  • Fewer than 20 are handcrafted each year

Polished Ebony

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Model Specifications

At a Glance

Length, width, weight and available finishes for all six Shigeru Kawai grand piano models
ModelTypeLengthWidthWeightFinishes
SK-2Classic Salon Grand5' 11"180 cm5' 1"152 cm714 lbs324 kgPolished Ebony · Sapele Mahogany Polish
SK-3Conservatory Grand6' 2"188 cm5' 1"152 cm736 lbs334 kgPolished Ebony · Brown Sapele Mahogany · Pyramid Mahogany (Limited Edition)
SK-5Chamber Grand6' 7"200 cm5' 1"153 cm774 lbs351 kgPolished Ebony
SK-6Orchestra Grand7' 0"214 cm5' 1"154 cm842 lbs382 kgPolished Ebony
SK-7Semi-Concert Grand7' 6"229 cm5' 2"157 cm882 lbs400 kgPolished Ebony
SK-EXConcert Grand9' 1"278 cm5' 2"158 cm1111 lbs504 kgPolished Ebony

Built Into Every Instrument

Standard Across All Models

Every Shigeru Kawai grand piano — from SK-2 to SK-EX — includes these features as standard. No options. No tiers. Only the finest.

  • Kawai Millennium III ABS-Carbon action
  • "Shiko Seion" hammers from New Zealand and Australian wool
  • Tapered and tuned solid spruce soundboard
  • "Temaki" Kawai-made hand wound bass strings
  • Hand notched bridges
  • Hand planed ribs
  • Thinned hammer shanks
  • Rock maple and mahogany rim
  • Bird's eye maple inside rim
  • Agraffe duplex scale
  • Aluminum action rail
  • Nickel plated tuning pins
  • Solid brass hardware
  • 10-year transferrable warranty
  • NEOTEX™ key surfaces
  • Dual Pivot Damper Action
  • Stretcher Over-Lap Integrated Design (SOLID)
  • Final voicing by Master Piano Artisan (MPA)

All models include a 10-year transferrable warranty and Master Piano Artisan in-home service.

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