I received my NV5 two days ago. I don't have any issues with the bushing or the keys not returning to its position. The sustain pedal works fine unlike everyone reviewed it being heavy and stiff. The issue I noticed since playing a lot more since two days ago was some of the keys hit dead notes, especially from my fourth fingers didn't release the key a bit higher. It explains that my technic needs upping. This is because I played CA93 for years and the keys were much too light. There is a trade-off between acoustic vs digital. You really should consider an acoustic one or in this case, NV5 will do just fine if you want to up your technical playing skill.
I was excited owning one because I saw the best reviews. Now I have had nearly 2 years. I don’t think it is that worth. I could have spend less money with other digital piano. I realized that there are no Kawai special technicians. It took me over a year to have someone come to see my piano issues. He only solved one problem - pedal was not responsive . Still have squeaky noise . Also my piano has ringing sound issues , he had no clue. He said he was not Kawai tech? But general digital piano tech. I don’t feel much different from less priced kawai digital piano. If I could buy one , I’ll spend less money with other one.
Hi, I just got my NV5 last week, and I confirm it's a fantastic instrument. Mine required some adjustments after delivery (loosening key bushings) due to a different humidity level at home compared where it was previously stored, but this is normal as the action is almost identical to an acoustic piano action, so this type of maintenance may be required from time to time.
@@jakeliujakeliu Kawai sent a technicien who opened the piano cabinet and accessed the keyboard and action. On each wooden key, you have several bushings ( same as for acoustic piano), you can compress them with a special tool it your keys are too tight. In my case, I had 4 keys which didn't return well to neutral position. After adjustment, everything is now fine (not to tight, not too lose). Problem was caused to a different level of humidity in the room.
Lorenzo Piro okay Thank you for explains to be. I wasn’t think it will be any problem, since it quarantine time I didn’t ask them to test it at all. Hope nothing goes wrong. I’m a beginner, so not going to know any problems might come up.
The review of the NV-5 is great but what about for the serious piano student? Would this be sufficient? Would piano schools or conservatories ever use this?
Thanks for a good informative video, does the 'touch curve' /velocity response selected also affect the midi output data or just the internal sound generator?
I have had my NV5 about 1 week now. I find the sustain pedal to be too stiff (and short) -- and it is not enjoyable to play in sock feet. Also, initially I found the keys to be too "stiff" and tiring to play (like walking on sand). Despite the impressive sound, I was regretting my purchase. Then I was advised to adjust the touch curve in the virtual technician from normal to light -- which (to my surprise), improved the stiff feel of the keys considerably. The desired sound is now achieved without the need to fully "bottom out" the keys. There is also a "very light" setting. Regarding the stiff sustain pedal, I've set the half pedal to the most sensitive setting which has improved it slightly -- although not completely satisfying. Waiting to hear from Kawai if this is something that can be modified so the sustain depresses more like the 2 other pedal pedals which require much less force to push down (6lbs compared to 10ibs for the sustain pedal). If the pedal problem can be fixed, I would be happy overall with the piano.
I JUST bought this piano today and want to thank you for the settings that improved some of your issues. Unfortunately, I can't think of a solution for the shorter pedal length. I'm only 5'7" and my feet aren't large. But if you're tall and have larger feet I can appreciate the dilemma, especially while wearing socks. Your toes might be the only part on the pedal and not the ball of your foot. I suggest you contact the store and ask about any solutions that make help.
@@c3piano Regarding the foot pedal, I clamped a wooden extension on the pedal. Its aesthetically not beautiful, however it feels much nicer on my foot and elevates my overall playing enjoyment. Also, as i adjust to the feel of the keys, I find I'm playing more firmly. I have actually adjusted the touch curve (key sensitivity) to "heavy" now to avoid the metalic, harsh resonances i was hearing on the "light" setting.
How did you record at the 11 minute mark where it switches to "microphone input"? Does that mean you recorded it using microphones placed around the piano?
"Microphone input" was two microphones placed on the soundboard. Instead of only using the samples through the aux out, we wanted to capture how the "Acoustic" sound coming from the instrument differs. Thanks for your question!
Very nice review! I'm more looking at the nv10 because of the grand action, but my fear is that the nv10 is sadly suffering from the "pioneer" effect: there are some flaws that we can see now on the nv10 that have been fixed in the nv5. For instance, I've tried the touch screen of both and the nv10 one is very sluggish and impractical, whilst the nv5's one is much faster and more usable. Or why is there no soundboard on the nv10, despite the higher price point? Looking forward for the nv10 VS nv5 video!
@@apianogallery Thanks ! I took some time to test the nv10 (especially compared to the Yamaha n1x) and despite what I said above, the action is really amazing, a real pleasure to play compared to other regular digitals, even the CA serie. Now the nv5 is also great, but well it has the shortcomings of uprights, in terms of repeated notes and very subtle nuances. So my thought was that for the space it takes, I prefer the nv10. But of course then, there's the price tag ^^.
@@namakudamono perhaps it is a software update issue but when I checked in a store the nv10 screen was noticably slower and less reactive than the nv5, even though the user interface was the same
Hello brother, I've saw many of the popular pianist on TH-cam, the question is that what is that lights blinking when they play can I get those on my nv5 please reply
you have to change the song choice to classic or something because it's kinda boring my man. by the way, can you change the frequency of the piano from 440hz to 432hz? and can you control the volume of it so it wont be heard over the whole neighborhood?
Yes, the volume can be adjusted. Whether playing through the onboard speakers or though a headset you need to increase the volume to about the mid-range. If you turn the volume down too much then it gives the impression that the action is too heavy.
The title of this video is a little off. It is should I by soy stick or electric what????? Actually that should bee changed to should i buy acoustic or digital. We don’t use electric pianos today. That was back in the 1970’s. We got to get the terminology correct. Many people get this confused saying a digital piano is an electric piano but it is not. It is a digital piano. Their is a vast difference in a digital piano and electric.
Alamo Music Center - Pianos and Keyboards lol!!!! Yes. That would bee great. Many people still have in mind that we have electronic pianos but in reality we have digital these days. Lol!!!! Many many people get electronic pianos mixed up with digitals and they interchange them and call a digital piano an electronic piano or electronic keyboard where as a digital piano is even different than a keyboard. People just don’t have the correct terms for many things.
I received my NV5 two days ago. I don't have any issues with the bushing or the keys not returning to its position. The sustain pedal works fine unlike everyone reviewed it being heavy and stiff. The issue I noticed since playing a lot more since two days ago was some of the keys hit dead notes, especially from my fourth fingers didn't release the key a bit higher. It explains that my technic needs upping. This is because I played CA93 for years and the keys were much too light. There is a trade-off between acoustic vs digital. You really should consider an acoustic one or in this case, NV5 will do just fine if you want to up your technical playing skill.
Thanks for sharing!
I was excited owning one because I saw the best reviews. Now I have had nearly 2 years. I don’t think it is that worth. I could have spend less money with other digital piano. I realized that there are no Kawai special technicians. It took me over a year to have someone come to see my piano issues. He only solved one problem - pedal was not responsive . Still have squeaky noise . Also my piano has ringing sound issues , he had no clue. He said he was not Kawai tech? But general digital piano tech. I don’t feel much different from less priced kawai digital piano. If I could buy one , I’ll spend less money with other one.
Hi, I just got my NV5 last week, and I confirm it's a fantastic instrument. Mine required some adjustments after delivery (loosening key bushings) due to a different humidity level at home compared where it was previously stored, but this is normal as the action is almost identical to an acoustic piano action, so this type of maintenance may be required from time to time.
How can you tell loosening key? Is it very light loose compared to other key? Just got one this week, but I’m new can’t tell any problem.
@@jakeliujakeliu Kawai sent a technicien who opened the piano cabinet and accessed the keyboard and action. On each wooden key, you have several bushings ( same as for acoustic piano), you can compress them with a special tool it your keys are too tight. In my case, I had 4 keys which didn't return well to neutral position. After adjustment, everything is now fine (not to tight, not too lose). Problem was caused to a different level of humidity in the room.
Lorenzo Piro okay Thank you for explains to be. I wasn’t think it will be any problem, since it quarantine time I didn’t ask them to test it at all. Hope nothing goes wrong. I’m a beginner, so not going to know any problems might come up.
The review of the NV-5 is great but what about for the serious piano student? Would this be sufficient? Would piano schools or conservatories ever use this?
the soundboard is not the only sound source of this nv5, miking the soundboard you'll get half of the sound. you should mic in the player position.
Thanks for a good informative video, does the 'touch curve' /velocity response selected also affect the midi output data or just the internal sound generator?
Can I please have both the piano and the player ♡♡♡♡♡???
I have had my NV5 about 1 week now. I find the sustain pedal to be too stiff (and short) -- and it is not enjoyable to play in sock feet. Also, initially I found the keys to be too "stiff" and tiring to play (like walking on sand). Despite the impressive sound, I was regretting my purchase. Then I was advised to adjust the touch curve in the virtual technician from normal to light -- which (to my surprise), improved the stiff feel of the keys considerably. The desired sound is now achieved without the need to fully "bottom out" the keys. There is also a "very light" setting. Regarding the stiff sustain pedal, I've set the half pedal to the most sensitive setting which has improved it slightly -- although not completely satisfying. Waiting to hear from Kawai if this is something that can be modified so the sustain depresses more like the 2 other pedal pedals which require much less force to push down (6lbs compared to 10ibs for the sustain pedal). If the pedal problem can be fixed, I would be happy overall with the piano.
I JUST bought this piano today and want to thank you for the settings that improved some of your issues. Unfortunately, I can't think of a solution for the shorter pedal length. I'm only 5'7" and my feet aren't large. But if you're tall and have larger feet I can appreciate the dilemma, especially while wearing socks. Your toes might be the only part on the pedal and not the ball of your foot. I suggest you contact the store and ask about any solutions that make help.
@@c3piano Regarding the foot pedal, I clamped a wooden extension on the pedal. Its aesthetically not beautiful, however it feels much nicer on my foot and elevates my overall playing enjoyment. Also, as i adjust to the feel of the keys, I find I'm playing more firmly. I have actually adjusted the touch curve (key sensitivity) to "heavy" now to avoid the metalic, harsh resonances i was hearing on the "light" setting.
Can you do a compare video between NV vs CA model?
Be on the lookout - we are working on one :)
How did you record at the 11 minute mark where it switches to "microphone input"? Does that mean you recorded it using microphones placed around the piano?
"Microphone input" was two microphones placed on the soundboard. Instead of only using the samples through the aux out, we wanted to capture how the "Acoustic" sound coming from the instrument differs. Thanks for your question!
“easy to move around with two people” ? Rolling on wheels or actually lifting up and carrying?
Hi, may I ask you one information. The noise of keys is louder than a digital piano (CA99) ?
Very nice review! I'm more looking at the nv10 because of the grand action, but my fear is that the nv10 is sadly suffering from the "pioneer" effect: there are some flaws that we can see now on the nv10 that have been fixed in the nv5. For instance, I've tried the touch screen of both and the nv10 one is very sluggish and impractical, whilst the nv5's one is much faster and more usable. Or why is there no soundboard on the nv10, despite the higher price point?
Looking forward for the nv10 VS nv5 video!
Great insight and questions! What did you think of the grand action (NV10) vs the upright action (NV5)?
@@apianogallery Thanks ! I took some time to test the nv10 (especially compared to the Yamaha n1x) and despite what I said above, the action is really amazing, a real pleasure to play compared to other regular digitals, even the CA serie. Now the nv5 is also great, but well it has the shortcomings of uprights, in terms of repeated notes and very subtle nuances. So my thought was that for the space it takes, I prefer the nv10. But of course then, there's the price tag ^^.
Rémi S The touchscreen hardware and software of the NV10 and NV5 are identical.
@@namakudamono perhaps it is a software update issue but when I checked in a store the nv10 screen was noticably slower and less reactive than the nv5, even though the user interface was the same
Hello brother,
I've saw many of the popular pianist on TH-cam, the question is that what is that lights blinking when they play can I get those on my nv5 please reply
you have to change the song choice to classic or something because it's kinda boring my man.
by the way, can you change the frequency of the piano from 440hz to 432hz? and can you control the volume of it so it wont be heard over the whole neighborhood?
Can the sound volume of NV5 be adjusted?
Yes, the volume can be adjusted. Whether playing through the onboard speakers or though a headset you need to increase the volume to about the mid-range. If you turn the volume down too much then it gives the impression that the action is too heavy.
For its price , a Real Acoustic is a better option
The title of this video is a little off. It is should I by soy stick or electric what????? Actually that should bee changed to should i buy acoustic or digital. We don’t use electric pianos today. That was back in the 1970’s. We got to get the terminology correct. Many people get this confused saying a digital piano is an electric piano but it is not. It is a digital piano. Their is a vast difference in a digital piano and electric.
good point, I overlooked this title. I will revise it.
Alamo Music Center - Pianos and Keyboards lol!!!! Yes. That would bee great. Many people still have in mind that we have electronic pianos but in reality we have digital these days. Lol!!!! Many many people get electronic pianos mixed up with digitals and they interchange them and call a digital piano an electronic piano or electronic keyboard where as a digital piano is even different than a keyboard. People just don’t have the correct terms for many things.
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very handsome guy but piano playing is boring