Kawai CONCERT ARTIST CA63 - Manual (Page 59)

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Touch
As with an acoustic piano, the CA93/CA63 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with
force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation
to the strength and speed of playing - on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’.
The Touch setting allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently adjusted. There are six
different preset touch curve settings available, with two additional ‘User’ settings allowing performers to
customise the instrument’s responsiveness to suit their playing style.
„ Touch type
Touch type Description
Light + Requires less striking force to achieve a forte note. For players with a very delicate touch.
Light
A louder volume is produced even when playing with a soft touch. For those still developing finger strength.
This curve is recommended for children and organ players.
Normal Reproduces the standard touch sensitivity of an acoustic piano.
Heavy Requires a heavier touch to produce a loud volume. Ideally suited to those with stronger fingers.
Heavy + Requires considerably more striking force to achieve a loud volume.
Off
A constant volume is produced regardless of how hard the keys are struck.
Ideally suited for sounds that have a fixed dynamic range such as organ and harpsichord.
User 1 / 2 A custom touch curve, created to suit an individual’s personal playing style.
„ Touch Curve graph
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Gentle Strong
Keyboard Pressure
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Sound
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a Light +
b Light
c Normal
d Heavy
e Heavy +
f Off