Description
Kawai BS20. A highly regarded Japanese-made upright acoustic piano, well respected on the pre-owned market. It was manufactured approximately from the late 1970s through the 1980s, primarily for the Japanese domestic market and educational institutions. It shares many mechanical components with Kawai’s prestigious K Series of that era.
Kawai BS20. Technical Specifications
- Height: 125cm
- Width: 152cm
- Depth: 61cm
- Weight: Approximately 230kg
- Keyboard: 88 keys
- Pedals: 3 (soft, sostenuto/practice mute depending on the version, and sustain)
Features
- Entirely manufactured in Japan.
- Solid spruce soundboard.
- Heavy-duty cast iron frame.
- High-precision Kawai action, exceptionally robust and designed to withstand intensive use.
- Excellent tuning stability.
- Warm, rounded tone with deep bass and clear treble.
Tone Quality
The BS20 delivers a more powerful sound with greater projection than 121 cm upright models such as the Yamaha U1 or the Kawai KU10. Its 125 cm cabinet provides:
- Longer strings.
- Improved bass response.
- Longer sustain.
- A wider dynamic range.
It is particularly well suited for:
- Conservatory students.
- Piano teachers.
- Intermediate and advanced pianists.
- Demanding home use.
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