Kawai MP7 User Manual

Introduction

Main Operation

EDIT Menu

STORE Button & SETUPs

Owner’s Manual v1.02

Recorder

USB Menu

SYSTEM Menu

Appendix

Thank you for purchasing this Kawai MP7 stage piano.

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

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

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AboutthisOwner’sManual

Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Introduction chapter from page 10 of this owner’s manual. This chapter provides a brief explanation of each section of the MP7’s control panel, an overview of its various jacks and connectors, and details how the components of the instrument’s sound are structured.

The Main Operation chapter (page 20) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, beginning with turning zones on and o, adjusting their volume, and selecting sounds. Later on, this chapter introduces basic sound adjustment using the four control knobs, before examining how reverb, EFX, and amp simulation can all be applied to dramatically change the character of the selected sound. Next, the MP7’s authentic Tonewheel Organ mode is outlined, explaining how to adjust drawbar positions using zone faders and control knobs, and change the organ’s percussion characteristics. The chapter closes with an explanation of the instrument’s global EQ and transpose functions.

The EDIT Menu chapter (page 38) lists all available INT mode and EXT mode parameters by category for convenient reference. The STORE Button & SETUP Menus chapter (page 63) outlines storing customised sounds, capturing the entire panel conguration as a SETUP, then recalling dierent SETUPs from the MP7’s internal memory.

The Recorder chapter (page 67) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored both in the instrument’s internal memory, and also MP3/WAV audio les saved to USB memory devices. This chapter also explains the MP7’s metronome/drum pattern functions. Additional USB functions are covered in greater detail in the USB Menu chapter (page 98), while the SYSTEM Menu chapter (page 104) explains the MP7’s system settings and various reset functions.

Finally, the Appendix section (page 116) includes USB-MIDI driver information, software update instructions and listings of the instrument’s internal sounds, drum rhythms, eects, MIDI reference information, and full specication details.

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

WARNING

CAUTION

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DO NOT OPEN

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TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

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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.

Read all the instructions before using the product.

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When using electrical products, the following basic precautions should always be followed:

WARNING

The product should be connected to an AC outlet of the specied voltage.

Do not insert or disconnect the power cord plug with wet hands.

Take care not to allow any foreign matter to enter the product.

When using the headphones, do not listen for long periods of time at high volume levels.

Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product.

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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.

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Doing so may cause electric shock.

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.

Doing so may result in hearing problems.

Doing so may result in product breakdown, electric shock or short-circuit.

When disconnecting the AC power cord's plug, always hold the plug and pull it to remove it.

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.

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the cord, causing a re, electric shock or short-circuit.

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lightning. Failure to do so may over-heat the product, resulting in re.

It is good practice to place the instrument 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.

Ensure that this product is connected to a socket with a protective earth connection.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualied electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product - if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.

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CAUTION

Do not use the product in the following areas. Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is

exposed to direct sunlight

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vibrations

damage to the product or other property if the product is handled incorrectly.

Using the product in such areas may result in product breakdown. Use the product only in moderate climates (not in tropical climates).

Before connecting cords, make sure that the power to this product and other devices is turned OFF.

Do not drag the product on the oor. Take care not to drop the product.

Do not place the product near electrical appliances such as TVs and radios.

When connecting the AC power cord and other cords, take care not to get them tangled.

Do not wipe the product with benzene or thinner.

Do not stand on the product or exert excessive force.

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Failure to do so may cause breakdown of this product and other devices.

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.

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noise. If the product generates noise, move the

product suciently away from the electrical

appliance or connect it to another AC outlet.

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deformation of the product. When cleaning the product, put a soft cloth in

lukewarm water, squeeze it well, then wipe the

product.

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deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown

or injury.

Do not place naked ame, such as lighted candles on the product.

Ensure that the ventilation is not impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

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.

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• The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.

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• The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

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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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• GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH

• 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 GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

• 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.

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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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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.

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Products: Model Number: Responsible Party Name: Address: Telephone:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Electronic Piano MP7 Kawai America Corporation 2055 East University Drive, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 310-631-1771

This applies only to products distributed by Kawai America Corporation.

TableofContents

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

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

Introduction

Welcome to the MP7 ...........................10

1. Feature Highlights ..............................10

2. Owner's Manual Conventions .................. 11

Part Names & Functions ........................12

1. Front Panel: Knobs, Faders & Buttons ...........12

2. Front Panel: Jacks & Connectors ................16

3. Rear Panel: Jacks & Connectors ................. 16

Connecting to Other Devices ..................18

Understanding the MP7 ........................19

EDIT Menu

Overview of the EDIT Menu (INT mode) ............38

EDIT Menu Parameters (INT mode) ................40

1. Reverb ..........................................40

2.1. EFX ............................................40

2.2 Amp Simulator (E.PIANO) ........................41

3. Sound ..........................................42

4. Tuning ..........................................44

5. Key Setup .......................................45

6. Controllers ......................................48

7. K n o b A ss i g n ....................................50

8. Virtual Technician (PIANO sounds) ..................52

Virtual Technician (E.PIANO, HARPSI, BASS sounds) ......53

Main Operation

Getting Started .................................20

Selecting Sounds ...............................21

Zone Functions .................................22

1. Zone Basics .....................................22

2. Zone Modes (INT/EXT/BOTH) ........................23

3. Zone Key Range ................................24

LCD Display & Control Knobs ..................26

Eects Section Functions ......................27

1. Reverb ..........................................27

2. EFX .............................................28

3. Amp Simulator (MAIN zone only) ....................30

Virtual Technician (DRAWBAR sounds) ...............53

Overview of the EDIT Menu (EXT mode) ...........54

EDIT Menu Parameters (EXT mode) ................56

1. Channel/Program ...............................56

2. SETUP ...........................................56

3. Transmit ........................................57

4. MMC ............................................57

5. Key Setup .......................................58

6. Controllers ......................................60

7. K n o b A ss i g n ....................................61

Overview of the EDIT Menu (BOTH mode) ..........62

STORE Button & SETUPs

Tonewheel Organ Mode ........................32

Global Section ..................................32

1. EQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

2. Transpose .......................................36

3. Local O ........................................37

Overview of the STORE Button .................63

1. Storing a SOUND ...............................63

2. Storing a SETUP .................................64

3. Storing POWERON settings .....................65

SETUP Memories ...............................66

Recorder

SYSTEM Menu

Overview of the Recorder ......................67

Song Recorder (Internal memory) ....................68

1. Recording a song ...............................68

2. Playing back a song ............................70

3. Saving a song as an SMF le ....................72

4. Loading an SMF le into memory ..............73

5. Erasing a song ..................................76

6. Song Transpose .................................77

7. Panel Mode .....................................77

8. MIDI to Audio ...................................77

9. SMF Direct Play .................................78

SMF Mixer ......................................79

Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) ..............80

Overview of the SYSTEM Menu ...............10 4

SYSTEM Menu Parameters & Functions .......105

1. Utility ..........................................105

2. Pedal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

Expression/Damper pedal calibration .........107

3. MIDI ...........................................10 8

4. Oset ..........................................109

5. User Edit .......................................109

Creating a User Touch Curve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Creating a User Temperament .................111

Creating a User Key Volume ...................112

Creating a User Stretch Tuning ................113

6. Reset ...........................................11 4

1. Recording an audio le .........................80

2. Playing an audio le ............................83

3. Overdubbing an audio le ......................86

4. MIDI to Audio ...................................89

Metronome .....................................92

1. Click mode ......................................92

2. Rhythm mode ..................................93

3. Recording with the metronome ................96

USB Menu

Overview of the USB Menu .....................98

USB Menu Functions ...........................99

1. Load ............................................99

Panel Lock ( ) .................................115

Appendix

USB MIDI (USB to Host Connector) ....................116

Software Update ..............................117

Sound List .....................................118

Rhythm Pattern List ...........................119

EFX Categories, Types, & Parameters .........120

Specications ..................................12 5

MIDI Implementation .........................126

1. Recognised Data ...............................127

2. Transmitted Data ..............................131

3. Exclusive Data .................................132

2. Save ...........................................100

3. Delete .........................................101

4. Rename ........................................102

5. Format .........................................103

4. SOUND/SETUP Program/Bank .................139

5. Program Change Number List .................140

6. Control Change Number (CC#) Table ..........142

MIDI Implementation Chart ......................144

Welcome to the MP7

Feature Highlights

‘Responsive Hammer 2’ weighted-key action, with Ivory Touch key surfaces and Let-o simulation

The MP7’s Responsive Hammer 2 (RH2) keyboard action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano, with its realistic movement and accurate 3-sensor technology providing a smooth, natural, and highly responsive piano playing experience. The weight of the keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the heavier bass hammer s and lighter treble hammers of an acou stic piano, while structural reinforcements within the action assembly ensure greater stability during fortissimo and staccato passages.

The RH2 keyboard action also reproduces the subtle let-o sensation felt when playing the keys of a grand piano very softly,

Introduction

enhancing delicate pianissimo playing to satisfy the expectations of even the most discerning pianists. Finally, the MP7 keyboard action features Kawai’s Ivory Touch key surfaces as standard. This nely textured material gently absorbs moisture to assist playing control, and possesses a natural, matte nish that is smooth, but not slippery.

The ultimate pianos for Concert, Pop, and Jazz

The MP7 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™ XL 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.

With separate variations for Concert, Pop, and Jazz playing, the MP7 oers an excellent selection of high quality acoustic piano sounds suitable for various musical styles, including a separate sub-category devoted entirely to upright and mono pianos. Moreover, Kawai’s unique Virtual Technician feature allows various characteristics of the selected acoustic piano sound to be shaped at the touch of a button or the turn of a knob, with parameters to adjust voicing and regulation, string and damper resonances, and subtle hammer, damper, and key release noises.

VintageEPs,twineects,andampsimulation

The MP7 also features an excellent selection of vintage electric piano sounds, each with their own distinctive charac teristics. Enjoy their natural, organic sound, or pass the signal through a wide variety of classic eects stomp boxes, before plugging into one of the ve classic amp and speaker cabinets – complete with realistic microphone character and position modelling.

Classic tonewheel organs with drawbar control and authentic percussion

The MP7’s brand new tonewheel organ simulation transforms the stage piano into a vintage electromechanical organ, complete with nine real-time adjustable drawbars and authentic percussion controls. Organ enthusiasts can dial-in favourite drawbar registrations, adjust the ‘condition’ of the organ tone, and select their preferred rotary speaker character, then store the sound to memory for immediate recall. With organ mode selected, the MP7 adjusts the strike point for the keyboard, allowing blazing runs and greasy licks to be played on its fully-weighted action as easily as the real thing.

High quality strings, pads, brasses, basses and more

Supplementing the realistic acoustic pianos, vintage electric pianos, and growling tonewheel organs, the MP7 features a broad range of high quality strings, pads, synths, brass and woodwind voices, basses, guitars, and a whole host of other useful sounds. These supplementary sounds are ideal for building layers, adding texture to other instruments, or for playing individually, at the front of the mix. And if the stock sound isn’t quite perfect, feel free to customise and tweak using the MP7’s exible ADSR parameters and resonance/cut-o controls – all immediately accessible directly from the panel.

Four zone master keyboard controller

The MP7 maintains the MP series’ classic four-zone approach, with each zone able to play internal sounds, external MIDI devices, or both types simultaneously. Zones can be played individually, or freely split, layered and velocity switched to create stunning personalised performances. The MP7’s powerful customisation allows parameters and settings for each zone to be adjusted and controlled independently, making for an unbelievably versatile all-in-one performance instrument.

Intuitive operation, large LCD, real-time assignable control knobs

The MP7’s control panel is clearly arranged and easy to use, with related functions grouped together and placed where you’d expect to nd them. A large LCD display and four assignable control knobs, allow several parameters to be adjusted directly in real-time, without getting lost in menus – concentrate on playing, rather than trying to remember which button does what.

256Setupmemories:enoughforthe busiest stage musician

The MP7 allows every single customised sound, knob position, fader level, and adjustable parameter to be stored in memory as a

SETUP, and recalled at the touch of a button. With over 250 SETUP memories, the MP7 is ideal for busy stage musicians who like

to plan several shows ahead, before going out on the road.

USB to Device functionality, with MP3/WAV/SMF le recording and playback

The MP7 is equipped with USB connectors that not only allow the instrument to be connected to a computer for MIDI use, but also

to load and save data to USB memory devices directly. This ‘USB to Device’ feature allows customised sounds, SETUP memories,

and recorder songs stored in internal memory to be saved to USB for posterity.

USB memory devices can also be used to play back MP3 or WAV audio or SMF MIDI les, allowing performing musicians to

play along with professional backing tracks, or simply learn the chords or melody for a new piece. It is even possible to save

performances directly as MP3, WAV, or SMF les for emailing to band members, casual listening away from the keyboard, or fur ther

editing using an audio workstation.

Owner’s Manual Conventions

This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the MP7’s various functions.

The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and the appearance of

dierence kinds of explanation text.

Button LED indicator states

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LED indicator OFF:

Sound/Function is not selected.

LED indicator ON:

Sound/Function is selected.

LED indicator ashing:

Sound/Function is selected in a temporary state.

Introduction

Button press types

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Normal press:

Select a sound or function, or turn a function ON/OFF.

Text appearance

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Normal instruction and explanation text is written in regular type at 9 pt. size.

Captions explaining the LCD display or button functions, are written in bold type at 8.5 pt. size.

hold

Press and hold:

Show a function’s parameters.

* Notes about functions are marked with an

asterisk and written in 7.5 pt. size.

Example operations are written in italic type at 8 pt. size, and enclosed within a grey box.

hold

Press and hold, then press X:

Set split points, create zone ranges, set transpose key, etc.

Reminders, hints, and additional explanations are written in italic type at 9 pt. size.

Part Names & Functions

Introduction

Front Panel: Knobs, Faders & Buttons

Control Wheels

PITCHBENDwheel

This control wheel smoothly bends the pitch up or down from its current value.

ASSIGN Buttons

Volume Faders

MODULATION wheel

This control wheel controls the modulation (vibrato) depth. Moving the wheel forward increases the vibrato depth. The LED indicator will turn ON when this wheel is in use.

* Alternative functions can be assigned to the MODULATION wheel in the

Controllers page of the EDIT menu (page 48).

SW1 / SW2 buttons

These buttons turn user-assigned functions ON or OFF. Various dierent functions can be assigned to these buttons, allowing immediate control during performances.

* Press and hold either button to show the respective assign parameters of

the EDIT menu in the LCD display.

* For more information about assigning functions, please refer to page 48.

MASTERVOLUMEfader

This fader controls the volume level of the MP7’s OUTPUT and HEADPHONE jacks.

LINE IN fader

This fader controls the LINE IN volume level.

* The LINE IN volume level can be further adjusted by using the Input Level

parameter in the Utility page of the SYSTEM menu. For more information, please refer to page 105.

Introduction

MIXER Section

GLOBAL Section

VOLUME faders

These faders control the individual volume levels of the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones. When multiple zones are active, these faders can be used as an audio mixer.

When the tonewheel organ mode is selected, these faders are used to adjust the position of the assigned drawbars.

INT/EXT LEDs

These LEDs indicate whether a zone is controlling an internal sound, an external MIDI device, or both simultaneously.

ZONE ON/OFF buttons

These buttons turn the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones ON or OFF.

When the tonewheel organ mode is selected, these buttons are used to change the percussion characteristics of the organ.

LOCAL OFF

This button disables the internal connection between the MP7’s keyboard and tone generators.

EFFECTS Section

* Press and hold each button to show the respective settings pages of the

EDIT menu in the LCD display.

EQ button

This button turns the global EQ ON or OFF.

* Press and hold this button to show the EQ settings in the LCD display.

TRANSPOSE button

This button turns the TRANSPOSE function ON or OFF.

* Press and hold this button to show the transpose settings pop-up in the

LCD display.

EFX1/EFX2/EFX buttons

These buttons turn the eects for each zone ON or OFF. The MAIN zone has two eect modules, while the SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones have one eect module each.

AMP button

This button turns the amp simulator for the MAIN zone ON or OFF.

REVERB buttons

These buttons turn the reverb for each zone ON or OFF.

Part Names & Functions

DISPLAY Section

Introduction

LCD Display

The LCD display provides a visual indication of the selected zone and sound, parameter values, and the status of other functions when active

A/B/C/D control knobs

These knobs adjust displayed parameter values in real-time.

* EDIT menu parameters can be freely assigned to each of the four knobs in

the Knob Assign page of the EDIT menu (page 50).

F1/F2/F3/F4 buttons

These buttons select the four zones (MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, SUB3) to be displayed and controlled. In other modes (e.g. Recorder) these buttons also select additional functions.

INT / MIDI button

This button is used in conjunction with the +/YES or –/NO buttons to change the zone mode (INT, EXT, or BOTH).

EDIT Section

–/NO +/YESbuttons

These buttons decrease or increase the value of the selected parameter, and also cancel or conrm operations that require user interaction (e.g. Erasing data).

SOUND / SETUP Section

LOCK ( )button

This button locks the MP7’s control panel, thus preventing any accidental button pushes during a performance.

STORE button

This button stores edited SOUNDS, or full panel settings to the SETUP and POWERON memories.

EXIT button

This button exits the current mode or page.

EDIT button

This button enters the EDIT menu. When the EDIT menu is displayed, this button also enters the selected parameter category page.

CURSOR buttons

These buttons move the selection cursor and scroll through the various pages of the EDIT menu.

SOUND button

This button sets the MP7 to SOUND mode, whereby the buttons on the right will select the instrument’s 256 internal sounds.

SETUP button

This button sets the MP7 to SETUP mode, whereby the buttons on the right will select the instrument’s 256 SETUP memories.

SOUND/SETUP SELECTION buttons

In SOUND mode, these buttons select the category, type, and variation of the zone’s sound. In SETUP mode, these buttons select the bank and memory used for the SETUP.

Introduction

RECORDER Section

ON/OFF button

This button turns the RECORDER section ON or OFF.

METRONOME button

This button activates the METRONOME or RHYTHM patterns.

(RESET) button

This button resets the MP7’s song recorder, rewinding songs and MP3/WAV/SMF les to the beginning.

(RECORD) and (PLAY/STOP) buttons

These buttons record and playback/stop songs stored in the MP7’s internal memory, or MP3/WAV les saved to a USB memory device.

(LOOP) button

This button activates the MP7’s A-B Loop function, allowing passages of a recorder song or MP3/WAV/SMF le to be played back repeatedly.

(REW) and (FWD) buttons

These buttons are used to move the playing position of the current recorder song or MP3/WAV/SMF backward or forward.

SETTING Section

PAN IC butt on

This button returns the MP7 to the Power On state, and also sends All Note O and Reset All Controller messages via MIDI.

SYSTEM button

This button enters the SYSTEM menu, allowing many aspects of the MP7’s functionality to be adjusted.

USB button

This button enters the USB menu, allowing data to be loaded and saved from/to a connected USB memory device.

Part Names & Functions

Front Panel: Jacks & Connectors

Introduction

Rear Panel: Jacks & Connectors

HEADPHONE jack

The headphone jack is located at the left end of the key slip and used to connect a pair of headphones equipped with a standard 1/4” phone jack.

USBTODEVICEport

The USB to Device port is located at the right end of the key block and used to connect a FAT or FAT32 formatted USB memory device to load and save data.

POWER Section

MIDI Section

* The instrument’s USB MIDI port and MIDI IN/OUT jacks can be connected

and used simultaneously. To adjust MIDI routing, please refer to the MIDI parameters in the SYSTEM menu, explained on page 108.

AC IN

Connect the power cable included with the MP7 to this receptacle.

POWER SWITCH

This switch turns the MP7 ON and OFF.

* The MP7 features a power saving mode that can turn o the instrument

automatically after a specied period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to page 105.

MIDI THRU/OUT/IN jacks

These jacks are used to connect the MP7 to external MIDI devices, and also to a computer with a MIDI interface as an alternative to the ‘USB to Host’ port.

USBTOHOSTport

This port is used to connect the MP7 to a computer using a USB cable. When connected, the instrument can be used as a standard MIDI device, allowing it to send a receive MIDI data. Connect a ‘B’ type USB connector to the instrument, and an ‘A’ type USB connector to the computer.

* When connecting the MP7 to a computer using the ‘USB to Host’ port,

additional driver software may be required. For more information, please refer to page 116.

Introduction

FOOT CONTROLLER Section

EXP jack

This jack is used to connect an expression pedal.

* For information about calibrating the expression pedal to ensure correct

operation with the MP7, please refer to page 107.

SOFT (FSW) jack

This jack is used to connect a momentary foot switch pedal to the MP7. When using the Kawai F-30 triple pedal accessory, this jack can also be used to connect the soft pedal to the MP7.

Expression

* Functions can be freely assigned to each foot controller in the Controllers page of the EDIT menu. For more information, please refer to page 48.

* For more information about purchasing the F-30 triple pedal accessory, please contact your local Kawai distributor.

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Kawai F-30 triple pedal accessory: default pedal assignments

Left pedal:

Soft

F-30 / Footswitch

Centre pedal:

Sostenuto

F-30

F-10H

DAMPER/SOSTENUTO jack

When using the Kawai F-30 triple pedal accessory, this jack is used to connect the damper and sostenuto pedals to the MP7.

DAMPER jack

This jack is used to connect the included F-10H damper pedal to the MP7.

By default, with the optional F-30 triple pedal unit connected, the right pedal acts as a damper pedal, the centre pedal acts as a sostenuto pedal, and the left pedal functions as a soft pedal.

Right pedal:

Damper

* Functions can be freely assigned to each foot controller in the Controllers

page of the EDIT menu. For more information, please refer to page 48.

OUTPUT Section

INPUT Section

OUTPUT jacks

These jacks are used to connect the MP7 to a musical instrument amplier, PA system, or recording console using standard 1/4” phone jacks. To output a mono signal, connect the cable to the L/MONO jack.

INPUT jacks

These jacks are used to connect a pair of stereo outputs from other electronic instruments or audio equipment to the MP7. The input level can be easily adjusted using the LINE IN fader. When connecting a mono audio source, connect the cable to the L/MONO jack only.

* When using the Audio Recorder function, the INPUT audio will also be

recorded to the WAV/MP3 le. For more information, please refer to page

80.

ConnectingtoOtherDevices

Connect an expression pedal.

Introduction

Control external MIDI devices, or connect to a computer with a MIDI interface.

Connect the included F-10H damper pedal.

Connect the stereo output from tablets, portable audio devices or other electronic instruments.

USB type ‘A’

USB type ‘B’

Connect to a computer to exchange MIDI data and use DAW software.

Connect the F-30 triple pedal unit accessory.

Connect to ampliers, speakers, etc.

Introduction

Understanding the MP7

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Preparation before use

The MP7 does not feature built-in speakers. Therefore, in order to listen to the MP7, it will rst be necessary to connect a mixer, keyboard amplier, or headphones to the instrument.

Once connected to an audio output device, press the POWER SWITCH located on the right of the rear panel to turn on the MP7. It is recommended to turn on the MP7 before the audio output device in order to avoid the unpleasant switching noise that can sometimes occur.

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MP7 zone struc ture: e xplanation

The MP7 features 4 zones: MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3. Each zone features a dedicated VOLUME fader and can be turned ON or OFF freely. Zones can be set to INT (play the MP7’s internal sounds), EXT (control external MIDI devices) or INT and EXT simultaneously.

When a zone is set to INT, the process of selecting and assigning sounds is largely identical for each zone. However, there are some important dierences between the MAIN zone and three SUB zones. First, the MAIN zone features two separate EFX modules and an additional AMP simulator, while the SUB zones each feature one EFX module only. Moreover, the MAIN zone allows any of the 129 eects to be assigned to both EFX modules, however the variety of eects available to the SUB zones’ EFX modules is limited to 22 eects. Finally, the MP7’s tonewheel organ mode can only be used with the MAIN zone is selected, thus the SUB zones are limited to using the standard PCM organ sounds. All sounds are adjusted using the various parameters in the EDIT menu, with additional ‘Feature Parameters’ that are specic to certain sounds.

REVERB settings are common for all zones, however the depth parameter can be controlled independently for each zone. The MP7’s EQ is also common for all zones, however parameters in the EDIT menu allow the tonal character for each zone’s sound to be adjusted independently.

When set to EXT, zones are used to control external MIDI devices. The MAIN and SUB zones share the same MIDI capabilities, allowing up to four MIDI channels to be independently controlled at the same time. As with INT mode, various parameters to dene transmit/ receive channels, MMC features, keyboard ranges, and knob assignments can be accessed for each EXT zone via the EDIT menu.

Modications to each sound can be stored as individual SOUND presets, while the entire conguration of the MP7 itself can be stored in one of the 256 SETUP memories.

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MP7 zone structure: block diagram

The diagram below illustrates the zone structure of the MP7.

Line In

MAIN

SUB1

SUB2

SUB3

Line In Fader Input Level

Zone Mode

INT

EXT

MAIN Fader

INT

EXT

SUB1 Fader

INT

EXT

SUB2 Fader

INT

EXT

SUB3 Fader

Noise Gate

EFX1Amp EFX2

EFX

MAIN Reverb Depth

SUB1 Rever b Depth

SUB2 Reverb D epth

SUB3 Rever b Depth

Virtual Technician

Master Fader

Normal Out

Reverb

Key MIDI

MIDI Out

Key USB

USB-MIDI Out

Getting Started

After connecting the power cable, speakers/headphones, and pedals, it’s time to start playing the MP7 stage piano.

This page will explain how to turn on the instrument, set the MAIN zone volume, and adjust the master volume.

1.TurningtheMP7ON

Press the POWER SWITCH.

The instrument will turn ON, and after a brief period the main Play Mode screen will be shown in the LCD display.

* For more information about the play screen, please refer to page 26.

Main Operation

* The MP7 features a power saving mode that can turn o the instrument

automatically after a specied period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to page 105.

2. Adjusting the MAIN zone volume

Move the MAIN zone volume fader to the top-most position.

* For more information about adjusting the volume of zones, please refer

to page 22.

4. Playing the piano

Start playing the piano.

The rich sound of a Kawai EX Concert Grand Piano will be heard as the keys are pressed.

3. Adjusting the MP7’s master volume

Move the MASTER VOLUME fader to the half-way position.

If necessary, increase or decrease the MASTER VOLUME fader to nd a comfortable listening level.

Main Operation

Selecting Sounds

The MP7 stage piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical styles

Sounds are arranged into eight categories, with eight further sub-categories, and four variations, providing a total

of 256 dierent instrument sounds. For a complete listing of the available instrument sounds, please refer to page

118 of this owner’s manual.

* The example below will explain how to select the ‘60’s EP 2’ electric piano sound, however the process is identical for all other sounds.

1. Selecting the sound category

Press the desired sound category button from the top row of sound buttons.

The LED indicator for the button will turn ON to indicate that the category is selected, and a sound variation pop-up list will briey be shown in the LCD display.

LED indicator ON:

Category is selected

2. Selecting the sound sub-category

Press the desired sound sub-category button from the middle row of sound buttons.

The LED indicator for the but ton will turn ON to indicate that the sub-category is selected, and a sound variation pop-up list will briey be shown in the LCD display.

3. Selecting the sound variation

Press the desired sound variation button from the bottom row of sound buttons.

Example: To select the Electric Piano sound category, press the E.PIANO button.

LED indicator ON:

Sub-category is selected

Example: To select the third sub-category of electric pianos, press the '3' sub-category button.

The LED indicator for the button will turn ON to indicate that the variation is selected, and a sound variation pop-up list will briey be shown in the LCD display.

* Sounds can be selected by pressing the category, sub-category, and

variation buttons in any order.

* When selecting a dierent sound category, the previously selected sub-

category and variation will be recalled automatically.

LED indicator ON:

Sound variation is selected

Example: To select the '60's EP 2' sound, press the 'B' sound variation button.

Zone Functions

Zone Basics

As noted in the Introduction chapter, the MP7 features four zones: MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3. This page will

explain the process for turning zones ON and OFF, adjusting zone volumes, and creating a simple two zone layer.

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TurningazoneONorOFF

Press the button corresponding to the desired zone to turn that zone ON or OFF.

The LED indicator for the pressed zone button will turn ON or OFF to indicate the current status of the zone.

If a zone is turned OFF but then selected, a added to the left of the sound name in the LCD display.

symbol will be

LED indicator ON:

Zone is turned ON

Main Operation

Zone is

turned OFF

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Adjusting the zone volume

Use the VOLUME fader above each zone button to adjust the volume of that zone.

The volume of the zone will increase or decrease independently of the other zones.

* When playing with just a single zone (e.g. MAIN), it is recommended to set

the volume fader to the maximum position and use the MASTER volume

fader to adjust the overal volume of the instrument.

To adjust the volume of all sound sections simultaneously, use the MASTER VOLUME fader (page 12).

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Creatingasimpletwozonelayer

First, turn the MAIN zone ON, then select a piano sound.

* When a zone is turned OFF, information for the previously selected (or

neighbouring) zone will be shown in the LCD display.

Increase

volume

Decrease

volume

* When tonewheel organ mode is selected and the soun d edit screen shown

in the LCD display, these VOLUME faders are used to adjust the drawbar positions of the organ. For more information please refer to page 32.

Next, turn the SUB1 zone ON, and select a strings sound.

Play the layered piano and strings sound, adjusting the MAIN and SUB1 volume faders to set the level of each sound.

Main Operation

Zone Modes (INT

Also noted in the introduction, the MP7’s four zones can each be set to control the instrument’s internal sounds

(INT), external MIDI devices (EXT), or both internal and external simultaneously (BOTH). This page will outline the

dierences between the zone modes, and explain how to switch between them.

Zone modes

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Zone mode Description Panel Appearance

INT The zone will control internal sounds only.

EXT The zone will control external MIDI devices only.

BOTH The zone will control both internal sounds and external MIDI devices simultaneously.

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Selecting zones

Press the F1~F4 function buttons located below the LCD display to select the desired zone.

EXT

BOTH)

The selected zone will be shown in the LCD display.

SUB2 zone selected

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Changing the zone mode

Press and hold the INT/MIDI button, then press the +/YES or –/NO buttons to cycle through the dierent zone modes.

The LED indicator for the zone will change to indicate the selected zone mode, and the Zone Mode pop-up will briey be shown in the LCD display.

Before:

EXT mode

Zone LED

Example: To select the SUB2 zone, press the F3 function button.

hold

×2

After:

INT mode

* By defaul t, the MAIN and SUB1 zones will b e set to INT mode, and the SUB2

and SUB3 zones will be set to EX T mode.

Zone LED

Example: To change the SUB2 zone from EXT mode to INT mode, press and hold the INT/MIDI button, then press the +/YES button twice.

Zone Functions

Zone Key Range

By default, the four zones will each utilise all 88-key of the MP7’s keyboard. However, by using the Key Range

function it is possible to create custom keyboard ranges (between two dened keys) for each zone, allowing a

selection of internal sounds or external MIDI devices to be controlled by dierent parts of the keyboard.

* The example below will explain how to specify key ranges for just the MAIN and SUB1 zones (with a piano sound and acoustic bass sound assigned to the

two zones), however the process is identical for all four zones.

1.SelectingsoundsfortheMAINandSUB1zones

First, turn the MAIN zone ON, then select a piano sound.

Main Operation

Next, turn the SUB1 zone ON, and select a bass sound.

Play the piano.

The piano sound will be layered with the bass sound because both the MAIN and SUB1 zones are set to use the full keyboard.

The next step is to specify key ranges for the two zones, allowing the piano and bass sounds to be played independently.

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Checking t he zone key range

Press and hold the MAIN button.

The current key range for the MAIN zone will be shown in the LCD display.

Next, press and hold the SUB1 button.

The current key range for the SUB1 zone will be shown in the LCD display.

hold

Main Operation

2. Setting the MAIN zone key range

Press and hold the MAIN button, then press the desired low key, followed by the desired high key for the zone.

The names of the pressed low and high keys will be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new key range for the MAIN zone.

Low key:

C#2

hold

Zone key range

High key:

The LED indicator for the MAIN button will also turn green to indicate that a key range has been set.

3. Setting the SUB1 zone key range

Press and hold the SUB1 button, then press the desired low key, followed by the desired high key for the zone.

The names of the pressed low and high keys will be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new key range for the SUB1 zone.

Low key:

A-1

Low key: C#2

Example: To set the MAIN zone key range between key C#2 and C7, press and hold the MAIN zone button, then press the C#2 key, followed by the C7 key.

* It is also possible to set the zone key range using the KeySetup parameters

in the EDIT menu. For more information, please refer to page 45.

hold

Zone key range

High key: C7

High key:

Low key: A-1 High key: C2

Example: To set the SUB1 zone key range between key A-1 and C2, press and hold the SUB1 zone button, then press the A-1 key, followed by the C2 key.

The LED indicator for the SUB1 button will also turn green to indicate that a key range has been set.

* It is also possible to set the zone key range using the KeySetup parameters

in the EDIT menu. For more information, please refer to page 45.

4.PlayingtheMAINandSUB1zonekeyranges

Test the new zone key ranges by playing a chromatic scale from the bottom-most note of the keyboard. The bass sound will be heard from the bottom-most key to the C2 key, and the piano sound will be heard from the C#2 key to the top-most key. This bass/ piano conguration is a popular combination for playing jazz standards.

LCD Display & Control Knobs

In regular Play Mode the LCD display provides a visual indication of the selected zone and sound, and the values of

the four real-time control knobs (A, B, C, and D).

The function of each knob can be assigned to control any parameter in the EDIT menu, allowing frequently used

functions to be accessed from a single screen. Furthermore, two groups of knob parameters (2 x 4) can be dened

for each of the MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, and SUB3 zones, providing extensive real-time control.

Selected sound

Control knobs:

Adjust value of assigned

parameters or settings.

Main Operation

Function buttons:

Select zone and various

other operations.

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Selecting zones, primary/secondary knob groups

Press the F1~F4 function buttons located below the LCD display to select the desired zone.

The bottom tab representing the zone will become highlighted, and the name of the selected sound and primary group of knob parameters will be shown in the LCD display.

Press the same function button to cycle between the zones’ primary and secondary knob parameters in the LCD display.

* While in the EDIT menu, pressing the same F1~F4 FUNCTION button will

scroll through the dierent parameter pages.

Selected zone/knob group

INT/MIDI button:

Toggle between zone modes (INT/EXT/BOTH). Please refer to page 23.

Primary Secondary

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Changing zones modes (INT/MIDI button)

For information about changing zone modes, please refer to page 23.

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Adjusting parameters

Turn the four control knobs (A, B, C, D) located on either side of the LCD display to adjust the displayed knob group parameters.

* EDIT menu parameters can be freely assigned to each of the four knobs in

the Knob Assign page of the EDIT menu (page 50).

Parameters can also be adjusted by using the CURSOR buttons to move the selection cursor, and +/YES or –/NO buttons to increase or decrease the value of the selected parameter.

Main Operation

Eects Section

Reverb

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

hall. The MP7 oers 6 types of high quality reverb, with independent ON/OFF and depth controls for each zone.

The reverb type, pre-delay, and time parameters, however, are common for all zones.

* For more information about common parameters, please refer to page 38.

Reverb types

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Reverb type Description

Room Simulates the ambiance of a small rehearsal room.

Lounge Simulates the ambience of a 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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TurningreverbONorOFF

Press the REVERB button for the desired zone to turn reverb for that zone ON or OFF.

The LED indicator for the zone’s REVERB button will turn ON or OFF to indicate the current status of the reverb.

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Changing the reverb t ype and additional parameters

Press and hold the REVERB button for the desired zone.

The REVERB page of the zone’s EDIT menu will be shown in the LCD display.

Common

parameters:

See page 38

Turn the four control knobs (A, B, C, D) to change the reverb type and adjust additional reverb parameters.

Typ e

LED indicator ON:

Reverb is turned ON

hold

PreDelay

Press and hold the REVERB button again to exit.

Reverb parameters

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Knob Parameter Description Value range

A Type Changes the type of environment. (see table above)

B PreDelay Adjusts the delay time before the reverberation is applied. 0 ~ 200 ms

C Time Adjusts the decay length/speed of the reverberation. 300 ms ~ 10.0 s

D Depth Adjusts the depth of the environment (amount of reverberation). 0 ~ 127

Time

Depth

(depending on type)

Eects Section

EFX

In addition to reverb, various other eects can be applied to each zone, altering the tonal character and feeling of

the selected sound. The MP7 features 129 high quality EFX types, with eects automatically applied to some sounds

by default in order to enhance their realism.

As noted in the introduction chapter, the MAIN and SUB1/SUB2/SUB3 zones share largely the same EFX operation,

however there are some important specication and capability dierences between the two zone types.

EFX specications: MAIN and SUB1/SUB2/SUB3 zones

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No. of EFX blocks 2 (applied in serial, independently adjustable) 1 each (independently adjustable)

No. of available eects 129 types 22 types

Amp Simulator Yes No

Main Operation

MAIN zone SUB1/SUB2/SUB3 zones

Available eect types: MAIN vs SUB1/SUB2/SUB3 zones

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EFX category M S EFX category M S EFX category M S EFX category M S

1 Chorus 8 2 7 Delay/Rev 8 2 13 Groove 4 1 19 Enhancer+ 8 -

2 Flanger 5 2 8 PitchShift 3 1 14 Misc. 2 - 20 P.Shift+ 6 -

3 Phaser 6 1 9 Compressor 2 1 15 Chorus+ 6 - 21 Comp+ 8 -

4 Wah 6 3 10 OverDrive 3 2 16 Phaser+ 6 - 22 OverDrive+ 8 -

5 Tremolo 6 3 11 EQ/Filter 5 2 17 Wah+ 6 - 23 Parallel 6 -

6 AutoPan 4 1 12 Rotary 5 1 18 EQ+ 8 - TOTAL 129 22

* The ‘+’ eects consist of the base eect plus an additional combination eect, while still using only one eect module.

* For more information about available eect categories, types, and parameters, please refer to page 120.

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TurningeectsONorOFF

Press the EFX button for the desired zone to turn eects for that zone ON or OFF.

The LED indicator for the zone’s EFX button will turn ON or OFF to indicate the current status of the eects.

* The MAIN zone’s EFX1 and EFX2 modules and SUB1/SUB2/SUB3 zones’ EFX

modules are turned ON and OFF in exactly the same way.

LED indicator ON:

Eects are turned ON

Main Operation

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Changing the ee ct category, type and additional parameters

Press and hold the EFX button for the desired zone.

The rst EFX page of the zone’s EDIT menu will be shown in the LCD display.

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