Kawai K-500 AURES2 hybrid upright piano

Kawai K-500 AURES2 hybrid upright piano

The Kawai K-500 AURES2 combines the authentic touch and tone of a premium acoustic upright piano with the flexibility of AURES2 hybrid technology. Built around the acclaimed K-500, it allows players to enjoy silent practice, digital instrument voices and wireless connectivity while continuing to play a genuine acoustic piano.

The AURES2 system adds silent practice, digital sounds and wireless connectivity while preserving the authentic touch and response of the acoustic piano, making the instrument equally suited to serious practice, teaching and performance.

Built around an acoustic piano

At its heart is the Kawai K-500 upright piano, featuring the renowned Millennium III action and a solid spruce tapered soundboard. Together they deliver the precise control, responsive touch and rich, resonant tone expected from a high-quality acoustic instrument before any digital technology is introduced.

Silent practice with authentic touch

When Silent mode is activated, a specially developed muting system prevents the hammers from striking the strings, allowing private practice through headphones without changing the feel of the piano. Kawai's Integrated Hammer Sensing System measures hammer movement using contactless optical sensors, enabling the digital sound engine to respond naturally to every performance.

Flagship digital piano sound

When using its digital functions, the AURES2 reproduces the sound of Kawai's flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano using the advanced SK-EX Rendering sound engine. Resonance modelling technology adds further realism, while additional instrument voices including electric pianos, organs and strings can be layered or split across the keyboard for even greater versatility.

Sound that resonates through the piano

The AURES2 features Kawai's Soundboard Speaker System, which uses four transducers mounted to the piano's solid spruce soundboard instead of relying solely on conventional speakers. This allows digitally generated sounds to resonate through the instrument itself, creating a more natural and spacious listening experience.

Bluetooth connectivity and PianoRemote

Integrated Bluetooth Audio and MIDI allow compatible smart devices to connect wirelessly for music streaming and control via the PianoRemote app. The dedicated Kawai PianoRemote app provides convenient access to sound selection, recording functions, metronome settings and other digital features directly from your smartphone or tablet.

Traditional craftsmanship with modern flexibility

The Kawai K-500 AURES2 combines the character of a premium acoustic upright piano with the convenience of silent practice, digital sounds and wireless connectivity. It is an excellent choice for players who want traditional craftsmanship while benefiting from the flexibility of hybrid technology.

Supplied with a FREE piano care kit

Keep your piano looking its best from day one with our complimentary piano care kit, included with this instrument. With everything needed to dust, clean and polish, it provides a simple and effective way to maintain both keys and high gloss finishes safely. Ideal for home, school or concert environments, this complete kit helps protect your piano and ensures it always looks as good as it sounds.