Kawai CA79 vs CA99 Digital Piano Features Explained - Lots Of Playing!!

[@av-uc4vx]

Tony is the bést. Bonners should give him a raise.

[@damiengraham4490]

I was hoping that you would do a video comparing the CA79 and CA99. Thanks.

[@marsfuture]

Thanks for your many excellent reviews! If I wasn't living in Germany, I'd sure be visiting your UK stores. Keep up the great work!

[@Calmdown1354]

I was struggling to decide between the CA99 and the Roland LX708! But you have made up my mind. Thanks for another great video Tony 👍

[@misstangshan95]

Great video! Would you be able to do a demonstration between them with the output from the piano speakers? To see the difference the soundboard makes?

[@twamley]

I tried both pianos side by side at their Reigate branch and spent an hour in the peace and quiet paying particular attention to Keyboard action and sound. The keys around middle C are around 55 grams ( I did bring small weights with me) Then i switched the piano on and was impressed with both action and piano sounds, as well as the church organ sounds as I am a church organist as well. The upshot is that I purchased the ca 79 in polished Ebony and I'm looking forward to its arrival next week. The reason I went for the ca79 instead of the ca99 is I liked the style more ( currently got a Yamaha CLP 170 circa 2004) and it satisfied all my needs as simple as that.

[@1975Stevo]

Hi, i met you at Bonners and remember the small weights you bought down :-) was useful especially when we compared to the heavy weighted keys of the Yamaha which barely moved! i've gone with the CA99 in polished Ebony and cant wait to get it. Nice to meet you and hope you enjoy the CA79. All the best. Steve

[@twamley]

@@1975Stevo hi thank you again for your wonderful playing which was nice to listen to, this certainly influenced my purchase as it's nice to hear from a different perspective. So well done on your excellent purchase too. Great to hear from you.

[@ariam6168]

@@twamley hi, are you still happy with your piano? I’m thinking of purchasing the 79

[@twamley]

@@ariam6168 yes very much so. Took a while to get use to the kawai sound after years of having a Yamaha and love it now. Very pleased with purchase.

[@twamley]

@@ariam6168 there are a few videos of me playing my ca79 here's one kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2LZXqCbfbCjiKc

[@1975Stevo]

Excellent video as always Tony. Looking forward to receiving the CA99 in polished Ebony. I dont work for Bonners but anyone looking at purchasing a piano, look no further than Bonners. All staff are brilliant and friendly and its a true piano only specialist who know their stuff with a huge range of Pianos from all manufactures. Deliveries are by dedicated vehicle by Bonners employed drivers. They wont leave it on the pavement like other retailers but will bring it inside your home,. un-box and test before leaving. Excellent prices and finance options and cant recommend Bonners enough.

[@schraderclemens6122]

Please do a video comparing the last gen to the newest models like ca 78 vs 79 what changed and what not

[@Rachman01]

Lovely, informative and truly enjoyable to watch! Give Tony a raise!

[@DavidIzquierdoAzzouz]

The CA99 is just perfect, and came with all the upgrades the CA98 needed, also seems to have solved the problem with the sticky keys of the GF2 by developing the GF3, and the design is just top, looks like Kawai listened to its customers 👌

[@keska01]

which upgrades did you mean David? like boxy sound or what exactly are you referring to? will you get one?

[@DavidIzquierdoAzzouz]

@@keska01 the most important in my opinion is the action, as it will presumably prevent users of having the well known problem with the sticky keys. Also the touchscreen is slicker and fully integrated with Android and iOS, and the outer design is just as I wished it to be when I first bought my CA97, and I'd love to get on if these but I'm still happy with my current piano and I couldn't justify the investment here, so I'm sticking to what I have

[@bhaveshmistry3255]

I always like your piano reviews..Greet Job. This two pianos are fabulous sounding piano and I am sure Grand Feel3 will better then Grand Feel2. It would be great if you can make a action reviews. Thank you!

[@raheelquraishi3545]

Excellent Review ! Thank you & God bless you Tony:)

[@adriankanis8107]

I’ve visited store in reigate today ! Very helpful staff ! Thank you 😊

[@ChristofRoeyaert]

Always love your videos and one of them even helped me decide to buy a Kawai MP11SE a while back ;-) These new CA models look wonderful but as with all cabinet pianos, I really wonder why one would need all those sounds (this is not specific to this video, mind you). Don't people buy this kind of piano to play 'the piano' ? I guess it's just me, but it feels strange playing organ or synth sounds on a wooden cabinet piano...

[@mrpk646]

I'm trying to decide between the Mp11se, kawai ca58 and kawai ca79. Any thoughts? :)

[@messiahshow]

@@mrpk646 Save yourself the hassle and get the FP-30 cheap with it's original stand then run pianoteq with that and you will never look back. Great keybed, very fast and a nice bounce like a grand piano. The default piano sound is great but with pianoteq you get the feel of playing a Steinway D that sound like Horowitz. Many problems with Kawai, Keys too heavy, a bit mushy because they placed felt fabric or so under keys to stop them from clicking and clacking and instead you have this slow keybed resisting you on every press you make, only noticeable when playing fast. Not sure they adressed other problems like some samples being very missplaced in their sound. I would do proper research first, read others experience. The keybed have potential but need to be faster and lighter and the strange samples need to be fixed.

[@alpererdogan8682]

Great video, thanks... but why did you play all on ca79? Why did not preferred 99?

[@wyshwood]

A cracking good piano sound. Thank you for the opportunity to hear it.

[@Taichientaoyin]

So bad is it? and I was thinking I finally had my riddle solved after several videos on piano reviews.I was going for kawai ca79. Can you recommend me a better choice at the same price point, please?

[@wyshwood]

@@Taichientaoyin Don't misunderstand me, this is an excellent sounding piano. 'Cracking' in this sense means very good. (English is a weird language, remember) :)

[@Taichientaoyin]

@@wyshwood lol I read a cracking wood sound and as English is not my mother tongue I still have much to learn.Some comments here about the sound and speakers scared me at first but now I am back to prefer kawai ca79 over Yamaha and others. I love the warm sounds and I trust speakers will be ok.

[@calbackk]

Thanks a lot for your effort. This was very helpful.

[@itsameman]

7:25 the theme from Taxi, I love it. Really sounds good on the CA99

[@davidfally5449]

That’s not even the 99 o_0 Kawai really has nailed the digital piano for 2020. after that video I’ve ordered a CA 79 and will get it on Tuesday! Cant wait tho🥺

[@محمدالخلفي-ط1ل]

Difference speakers and soundboard . That s all.

[@germanshepherdlover2613]

Can you save the edited piano sounds or do they go back to default setting when you power off? Is there any additional download library of sounds? Is the CA99 worth the extra cost over the CA79? I have played both and they sounded similar but obviously the ca99 had a bit more bass. Great demo thanks Tony :-)

[@magneticfrequency]

Really good piano, I've had an occasion to play on it in a store and love the wooden keys and fantastic speaker

[@Romrom54]

Hi Tony, Thanks a lot for this other great video with lot of explanation and playing. I Al wondering which headphones would be perfect for these digital pianos. Is the Kawai one THE best choice? Any advice :-) ? Thanks again

[@Researcher30473]

Worth knowing the ca99 is a fixed whole cabinet 👍

[@av-uc4vx]

Gréat video, gréat sound, superior artist are you Tony!! You have lots of fans, including me!! Adri from Holland

[@samratjpatil]

Great video. You could've demoed a bit of ca99 playing / sound too. Also no mentions of the gf3 action.

[@bonnersmusic]

Please see this video where I discuss the new GF3 action kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZm8imqor5KVbsk

[@stefanvandelind2826]

Great presentation. I like the top view while playing. 👍

[@Cecilia-bp2dn]

Thank you this is a very informative and balanced video.

[@gymnopedist6211]

Can the little screen on the left be turned off while playing?

[@GG_Bridge]

I do enjoy Tony's reviews, BUT I kept expecting to hear something played on the CA99.

[@misstangshan95]

It's the same piano sound. That would only be relevant if he recorded the sound externally

[@peterallen8573]

I must have liked this demo because I bought a CA79.

[@jazzlegend]

Tony, I love the review but you really didn’t discuss the Grand Feel 3 action.

[@tonywhite7447]

Please see this video where I discuss the new GF3 action kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZm8imqor5KVbsk

[@Solid_Brass]

@@tonywhite7447 Let's see... "less spongy and more reliable". While "spongy" is apparent to me due to my own test playing I wonder what "reliable" may describe. Didn't the action trigger each MIDI Event or what else has been its flaw? I think it would be appreciated if you would consider an other (updated) review of the "advanced" key actions like Kawai GFIII, GF Compact, Yamaha NWX und Grand Touch and maybe also Roland's & Casio's. Generally, your reviews are full of insight and very helpful, thank you!

[@RiccardoPietrimusic]

Is there a big difference between ca 78 and ca 79?

[@av-uc4vx]

The scale thing is gréat!!! Thanks a lot! Watch from 11.00.

[@holgerwinkelmann6219]

HI, if we go with a lot of "low Volume" playing, would you recommend the CA79 over the CA99. I read that the CA99 must be volume up to 50% to get proper sound?

[@bavariarocks]

I have the same question. Did you get an answer elsewhere? I am highly interested in the CA99, but I usually play at "room volume" in my apartment. Is the 99 the right choice then? I hope to get a more profound sound at lower volume, too...

[@Zoco101]

I think the speakers will open satisfactorily at assorted volumes, but your ears will cry for more if you play very quietly, and this can spoil your touch. How much volume you use should depend on the music you are playing. How much you need to adjust the dial/slider depends on the acoustics of your room. Its better to use headphones than to play excessively quietly, because otherwise you will instinctively start pressing the keys too hard. Hmmm, I'm forgetting about the soundboard on the CA99. I don't know if its efficiency is effected by low volume, but I still think that the biggest issue is playing at a pleasing natural volume (for the room) so you don't confuse your touch.

[@Zoco101]

This is just my superficial opinion after trying the CA99 briefly and listening to comparisons between the CA79 and other pianos: The CA79 hits the sweet spot in value-for-money. Both have a good but not too exciting action, a nice sound, good build quality and extras. I don't see the value in paying much more for the CA99 just to add the soundboard and make the instrument more vulnerable to climactic changes. At that price, why not go for a good used upright?

[@Zoco101]

@@verymozart Good by digital piano standards, but there are better, even in plastic actions. If you're spending all that money on a digital piano, you want an action to write home about.

[@caroltremblay3123]

This is a comparison and you never played the ca99.

[@stevesutherland8247]

I will be upgrading my piano either later this year or early next and I was pretty much set on another Yamaha but after watching this, I’m not so sure. I think I need a trip to MK

[@decmannix]

Hi, you didn't play the CA 99 in this video.

[@bryanryan4504]

Beautiful playing.

[@prathams4690]

Which is better kawai ca79 or yamaha clp645

[@eliasmansour1715]

Hello Tony, thanks for nice reviews. Please we are still waiting for the comparition Kawai CA79 vs Yamaha CLP 775

[@penalog]

Hi, How good is this ca99 at low volume ? I mean apartment level volume which do not disturb neighbours much ? Compairing to ca79, Should I go with ca79 is it better for low volume usage, or no difference ?

[@Zoco101]

@Ali_Somnez Seems you're thinking of getting less amplification so you can play with normal touch without disturbing the neighbours. If you turn your piano volume down, you will get the same effect. The problem is that subconsciously, your ears will tell your arms/fingers to press harder - because they seek a more natural volume. If your practice room is small or has highly reflective surfaces, you'll be reducing the volume of the CA99 to below 50% anyway, but if you make the piano sound really quiet (on either model) while playing what should be mf/forte passages, this will mess up your touch. The obvious solutions are to do part of your practice with headphones on, or agree specific practice times with your neighbour. Don't play with one headphone on and one off, as this can damage your hearing. You might consider some open-backed headphones, so you can enjoy the sounds from both (reduced) sources but this requires that you override the internal speaker cutout. Not all models allow this.

[@melissam1198]

I have the choice between a CA98 (older model - on special) - or the CA79..... Which one provides the most "authentic" piano sound and feel do you think?

[@AIC95]

Which did you go with?

[@창녀줄리가청와대접수]

Are they basically the same pianos with different ways of producing sounds?

[@흰수염-i6c]

Thank you so much~ from Korea. Tony is the best.

[@labradog05]

is kawai ca79/ca99 the best digital piano i could get? or is there any better than this?

[@swish6143]

There is the NV5S or NV10S. I am here because I actually don't need those and a CA79 is more than enough for me.

[@Mujuf]

would you rate the CA99 over the CS11 ? wich one is the better choice?

[@aaron_xue]

Tony, can you make a comparison between CA99 and Yamaha N1X? I don't know which one to choose.

[@aaron_xue]

i mean, whitout considering the price.

[@namakudamono]

Excellent review! Shut-up and take my money!

[@nasmatko3706]

Maybe not the right place to ask, but I can't find answer anywhere. How to delete recorded song from internal memory of ca99? Thanks.

[@averell3138]

Hello. I am wondering if the Bonners Piano Center in surrey is still open considering of the coronavirus pandemic. I would love to go there because it is only 20 mins away. I am from moor park near watford and I am at grade 6 at the current moment. Also, do i need to set an appointment or can i just pop in?

[@amandajones3763]

You can ring and make an appointment

[@pianistryo]

great sound....

[@Betonbent]

Can you make your piano sound on CA79 slightly out of tune, like an older upright? would be awesome for realism

[@AlbertOmanya]

What headphones do you recommend?

[@foodmixic1503]

Do you guys offer shipping?

[@Strandbuggyschaukler]

Could you tell us please: Are all the models found under Piano rendering in the new multi channel rendering or only SK-EX?

[@olafmiller6746]

Best Tutorial

[@l.mrteera]

Can you compare CA99 with Casio GP510?

[@tonibrando1403]

Song at 5:30?

[@Strandbuggyschaukler]

Great Video! Thx a lot :-)! But one question please: Maximum loudness on the CA79??!! Is it that quiet?

[@willyuan1]

i've played it. it does get loud at max volume but there's distortion

[@Taichientaoyin]

@@willyuan1 what do you mean distortion?

[@Taichientaoyin]

@@willyuan1 help me please I am about to buy a digital piano I could be happy with for several years. I like kawais sound but was reading here the speakers quality is not good.That disappoints me.

[@willyuan1]

@@Taichientaoyin When you play loud you can hear a faint buzzing sound in the speaker almost like it’s clipping. It happens in all models so I think it’s related to the speakers.

[@Taichientaoyin]

@@willyuan1 In all kawais models or it is a common thing in digital pianos? I like kawais warmer tones and according to the several videos I have watched the action is very good. I was planning to get the ca79. I am a beginner and want something good and nice for a couple of years.Something to appreciate in time not falling out of love.

[@arachno1912]

Can you make a video about "Kawai cs 11 VS kawai ca 99" please

[@RACHMNV]

This

[@jjhi2760]

is there an equivalent to the Yamaha CVP series from Kawai?

[@edde9144]

And yamaha CLP

[@perrymckinney6146]

I do really like the CA99. The closest yet to a real piano.

[@phoebedenton123]

How did the CA99 compare to Casio's GP510? No shop in New Zealand stocks the GP510 and a piano trader has said he can get one in for me but I'm so torn! Has anyone played both?

[@windynightj]

I played them side by side last week. Both were very nice digital pianos but for the key action, CA99 felt much more like a real piano, the quality was quite impressive. Plus, the black keys had really nice texture on CA99, made me want to play it longer. Recommend to actually touch them before you make final decision.. Originally, I was considering gp310 since I preferred casio sound, but after trying various digital pianos at the same place(Casio, Rolland, Yamaha...), I went for Kawai. I ordered CA79 which has the same key action as CA99 but less gorgeous speakers.

[@popfof1490]

a killer model, i mean who will want the traditional ,or acoustic , piano somehow. pianist? composer?

[@Kookypanda2ajOfficial]

The piano came with plastic on the screen. It never worked properly. Are we supposed to take the plastic off the screen or leave it on? It works better without but want professional advice first before fully removing it.

[@rickzig8815]

Hi Tony. Superb demonstration. By the way, would you mind providing us box dimensions? Specifications just provide piano dimensions. Thanks

[@namakudamono]

Rick Zig A guy from Kawai posted this info on the piano forum: forum.pianoworld.com/ubbthreads.php/topics/2951655/re-kawai-announces-concert-artist-ca99-and-ca79-digital-pianos.html#Post2951655

[@rickzig8815]

namakudamono thank’s a lot

[@emmac329]

Can one disassemble the pianos?

[@emmac329]

Thank you!!

[@christophercrimmins6143]

So basically the only difference is the soundboard?

[@Romrom54]

The weight also, the "cabinet", and the sound system is not the same (in addition to the soundboard). Maybe just go to the Kawai website and compare both models ;-). It is pretty explicit. More "features" in the CA99. But yes, a lot of similarity.

[@ruperttmls7985]

And the price of course! LOL

[@Hsinking]

it would be perfect if Kawai has equivalent of Roland's 100-level force response.

[@petercarbon1763]

What’s the name of the piece of music at 3:15?

[@choumchim]

My funny valentine

[@petercarbon1763]

Thank you!

[@Zoco101]

My Funny Valentine has music by Richard Rodgers & lyric by Lorenz Hart. It is about unconditional love. Funny means strange here, it doesn't mean amusing. Lorenz Hart was a lonely man, who wanted someone to love him for what he had inside. It would have been beautiful if someone had sung his own song about him, and meant it.

[@abath07]

CA79 1:13 vs (doesn't play theCA99 in the video)

[@prathams4690]

Compare the kawai ca79 and yamaha clp645

[@prathams4690]

Which is better kawai CA79 or yamaha clp645