Introduction Playing the Piano Rhythm Section ES7 Owner’s Manual Recorder USB Functions Settings Appendix
Thank you for purchasing this Kawai ES7 digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the ES7 digital piano. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference. About this Owner’s Manual Before attempting to play the ES7 digital piano, please read the Introduction chapter from page 10 of this owner’s manual.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Introduction Recorder Song Recorder (Internal memory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 1. Recording a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 2. Playing a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Settings (cont.) Appendix Virtual Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Connecting to Other Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 2-1. Touch Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 2-2. Voicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 2-3.
Welcome to the Kawai ES7 1 Package Contents Introduction The Kawai ES7 digital piano package contains the following items: ES7 digital piano 10 AC power adaptor (PS-154) Foot pedal (F-10H) Music rack/rest Owner’s manual
2 Feature Highlights 'Responsive Hammer 2' weighted-key action, with Ivory Touch key surfaces and Let-off simulation Introduction The new Responsive Hammer 2 (RH2) action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano, with its realistic movement and accurate 3-sensor technology providing a smooth, natural, and highly responsive piano playing experience.
Part Names and Functions b c d e f g Introduction a t a MASTER VOLUME slider f EXIT button This slider controls the master volume level of the instrument’s built-in speakers or headphones, if connected. This button is used to exit the current function, or return to the previous screen, and can also be used as a shortcut to jump to the Line Out Volume setting. * This slider does not affect the LINE OUT level. For information about adjusting the LINE OUT level, please refer to page 77.
h j k l m n o p q Introduction i r s t k W (RESET) button p METRONOME button This button is used to reset the instrument’s song recorder, and to rewind songs and MP3/WAV/SMF files to the beginning. This button is used to turn the instrument’s metronome function on/off, and to adjust metronome settings. This button is also used to select the Rhythm Section part. q USB button l z (REC) and X/ (PLAY/STOP) buttons This button is used to access the instrument’s USB functions.
Setting Up the Piano Upon unboxing the instrument, please follow the instructions below which explain how to attach the music rest, connect the F-10H (or optional F-20) foot pedal, and if desired, connect a pair of headphones. Introduction Attaching the music rest Insert the legs of the music rest into the holes located at the rear of the ES7 digital piano, taking care not to scratch the rear of the instrument.
Basic Operation The following instructions explain how to connect the instrument to the power outlet, turn on the power, adjust the volume to a comfortable level, and begin playing the piano. Connect the included AC power adaptor to the ‘DC IN’ jack located on the rear panel of the instrument, indicated below. Introduction 1. Connecting the power adaptor Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet. 2.
Selecting Sounds The ES7 digital piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical styles. Sounds are arranged into seven categories, with multiple sounds assigned to each category button. For a complete listing of the available instrument sounds, please refer to page 122 of this owner’s manual. By default, the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on.
Demo Songs The Demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of the ES7 digital piano. There are 27 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instrument’s rich selection of high quality sounds, convenient Rhythm Section feature, and powerful speaker system. For a complete listing of the available demonstration songs, please refer to page 121 of this owner’s manual. * Kawai regrets that sheet music for Kawai original demo songs is not available. 1.
Dual Mode The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound. For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or a church organ combined with a choir, etc. 1. Entering Dual mode Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then press another SOUND button to select the layered sound. ld ho The LED indicators for both SOUND buttons will turn on to indicate that Dual mode is in use, and the respective sound names will be shown in the LCD display.
3. Adjusting the main/layered sound volume balance While Dual mode is in use: Press the d or c VALUE/BALANCE buttons to adjust the volume balance between the main and layered sounds. The volume balance will briefly be shown in the LCD display. VALUE c Increase main sound volume. VALUE d Increase layered sound volume. As the volume of the main sound increases, the volume of the layered sound decreases, and vice versa. The ratio of the two sounds will always total 10 (e.g. 5-5, 3-7, 9-1, etc.).
Split Mode The Split Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a different sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section. 1. Entering Split mode Press the SPLIT button. The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will turn on to indicate that Split mode is in use. * The default split point is set between keys F#2 and G2.
3. Changing the split point Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key on the keyboard. The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new split point. * Split Mode and the Rhythm Section share the same split point. Split Point = F4 Example: To set the split point to key F4, press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the F4 key. Upper section ho ld Playing the Piano Lower section New split point 4.
Four Hands Mode The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections in a similar way to that of the Split Mode function. However, with Four Hands Mode enabled, the octave/pitch of each section is automatically adjusted to create two separate 44-key instruments with the same playing range. This function is intended to allow two people to practise together or perform piano duets using a single instrument. 1.
3. Changing the Four Hands mode split point Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key on the keyboard. Split Point = C5 The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new Four Hands mode split point. * The Four Hands Mode split point can be changed independently of the Split Mode and Rhythm Section split point. Example: To set the split point to key C5, press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the C5 key.
Enhancing the Sound The ES7 digital piano offers a variety of features to adjust and enhance the character of a particular sound. Some of these features (e.g. Reverb), are enabled automatically when a sound is selected, however players may also wish to change the strength or type of enhancement to suit their personal preferences or different styles of music. 1 Reverb Playing the Piano Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall.
3. Adjusting the Reverb settings (type/depth/time) While the reverb settings menu is shown, to change the reverb type: Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different reverb types. ×2 Reverb Type = Room Playing the Piano Reverb Type = Small Hall Example: To change the reverb type from 'Room' to 'Small Hall', press the VALUE d button twice.
Enhancing the Sound 2 Effects In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character and feeling of the instrument. As with reverb, some sound types enable certain effects automatically in order to enhance tonal quality. The ES7 digital piano features eleven different effect types, and four combination effects.
Effect type Setting 1 Setting 2 Setting 3 Setting 4 Stereo Delay / Ping Delay / Triple Delay Dry / Wet Time Feedback High Damp Chorus Dry / Wet Speed Feedback Depth Classic Chorus Mono / Stereo Speed – – Tremolo Dry / Wet Speed – – Classic Tremolo Dry / Wet Speed – – Auto Pan Dry / Wet Speed – – Classic Auto Pan Dry / Wet Speed – – Rotary Accel.
Enhancing the Sound 3 Amp Simulator The ES7’s Amp Simulator (Amp Sim) attempts to reproduce the sound, response, and overdrive characteristics of a typical amp/speaker combination, giving electric piano and drawbar organ sounds an authentic vintage quality. Once enabled, the amplifier type can be selected, with adjustable drive, level, and Low/Hi EQ settings. As with the Reverb and Effects functions, selecting certain sounds will enable the Amp Sim automatically. 1.
3. Adjusting the Amp Sim settings (drive/level/eq low/eq high) While the amp sim settings menu is shown in the LCD display: ho ld Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different amp sim settings pages, then press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the value of the selected amp sim setting. Amp Sim Drive = 5 Playing the Piano To exit the amp sim settings menu and return to normal playing mode, press the EXIT button or wait 4 seconds.
Transpose The Transpose function allows the pitch of the ES7 digital piano’s keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone intervals. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key. Adjusting the Key Transpose value: Method 1 Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the key transpose value.
Using the Song Transpose function it is also possible to transpose recorder songs stored in internal memory, and SMF song files stored on a USB memory device. This allows the pitch of the song to be adjusted without affecting the pitch of the keyboard. Selecting the Song Transpose/Key Transpose settings Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the d or c MENU buttons to alternate between the key transpose and song transpose settings.
Metronome The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. The time signature, volume, and tempo of the metronome can all be freely adjusted. 1. Turning the Metronome on/off Press the METRONOME button. The LED indicator for the METRONOME button will turn on to indicate that the metronome function is in use, and a 1/4 beat will start to count.
2. Adjusting the Metronome settings (tempo/beat/volume) To adjust the metronome volume: Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the ‘Volume’ page, then press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the value of the metronome volume. Volume ÅÅÅÅ 5 Example: To increase the volume of the tempo, press the MENU d button to select the 'Volume' page, then press and the VALUE c button. 10 Playing the Piano Volume ÅÅÅÅ * The metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 0 - 10.
Registration Memories The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound/style selection, all settings, etc.) to be stored to a registration memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. Each of the seven registration buttons contain four banks (A, B, C, and D), allowing up to 28 different registration memories to be stored. Registrations can also be loaded from/saved to USB memory devices. Please refer to page 61 for more information.
Exiting Registration mode (retain new settings) To return to normal playing mode with the current registration memory settings selected: Press the EXIT button. The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn off, and the instrument will return to normal playing mode. Storing a Registration memory Playing the Piano To store a registration memory to the current banks (e.g. bank A): Press and hold the REGISTRATION button, then press and hold a SOUND button.
Rhythm Section Basic Operation The ES7’s Rhythm Section feature contains 100 built-in accompaniment styles, covering a wide range of musical genres. Each style can be used simply as a drum or percussion track, or as a full musical accompaniment with bass, guitar, organ, brass, etc. parts. In addition, each style includes separate introduction, fill-in, variation, and ending passages, allowing musicians to enliven their performances at the touch of a button.
2. Playing with the Rhythm Section Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and the count-in drum pattern will start to play. After the Count-in, the Rhythm Section will change to the Basic pattern. During this time, the lower section of the keyboard can be used to control the Rhythm Section accompaniment, and the upper section of the keyboard can be used to play the melody.
Rhythm Section Basic Operation Rhythm Section Style The ES7 digital piano features 100 different accompaniment styles, ranging from Pop, Rock, Ballads, and Jazz, to Funk, Dance, Latin, and World Music styles. For a complete listing of the available Rhythm Section styles, please refer to page 125 of this owner’s manual.
Rhythm Section Parts Each Rhythm Section style consists of several different instrument parts. It is possible to specify whether the Rhythm Section should play drums only, bass and drums, or a full backing accompaniment. Rhythm Section parts R.S. Parts LCD display Description Drums Drum The Rhythm Section will play a drum track only. Bass & Drums B+Dr The Rhythm Section will play both bass and drum tracks.
Rhythm Section Settings Adjusting the Rhythm Section tempo While the main Rhythm Section screen is shown in the LCD display: Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the tempo of the Rhythm Section. * The Rhythm Section and Metronome share the same tempo setting. Rhythm Section settings Page no. Setting Description Default setting 1 Rhythm Volume Adjust the volume of the Rhythm Section 5 2 Auto Fill-in Specify how frequently an Auto Fill-in will be played. 8 bars 3 O.F.
1 Rhythm Volume The Rhythm Volume setting is used to adjust the volume level of the Rhythm Section accompaniment, relative to the main keyboard sound. Adjust the Rhythm Volume setting While the Rhythm Settings menu is shown in the LCD display: Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Rhythm Volume settings page, then press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the volume level of the Rhythm Section. 4-1 Rhythm Vol. = 5 Rhythm Section 4-1 Rhythm Vol.
Rhythm Section Settings 2 Auto Fill-in The Auto Fill-in setting is used to specify how many bars of the Rhythm Section should be played before a fill-in passage is automatically added. This function can be turned off if the Auto Fill-in feature is not required. Auto Fill-in settings Auto Fill-in setting Description Off The Rhythm Section will not play a fill-in passage automatically. 4 bars The Rhythm Section will play an automatic fill-in passage after every 4 bars.
3 One Finger Ad-lib The One Finger Ad-lib setting is used to turn the Rhythm Section’s One Finger Ad-lib function on or off. When turned on, One Finger Ad-lib allows various musical phrases to be performed at any time by pressing one of the topmost 17 keys on the keyboard. Each phrase will play for one bar, and will match the key/chord currently used by the Rhythm Section accompaniment.
Rhythm Section Settings 4 ACC Mode The ACC Mode setting is used to select the Rhythm Section’s chord input method. By default, the Rhythm Section will follow chords played in the lower section only, with the upper section reserved for playing the melody. However, when the ‘Full Keyboard’ mode is selected, the entire keyboard can be used to play the melody, with the ES7 detecting and changing the Rhythm Section chord/key automatically.
Changing the ACC Mode setting While the Rhythm Settings menu is shown in the LCD display: Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the ACC Mode settings page, then press the d or c VALUE buttons to buttons to cycle through the different chord recognition methods. 4-4 ACC Mode = Normal 4-4 ACC Mode = Full Keyboard * Any changes made to the ACC Mode setting will remain until the power is turned off. * The preferred ACC Mode setting can be stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall.
Song Recorder (Internal memory) The ES7 digital piano allows up to 10 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Each song consists of two separate tracks - referred to as ‘parts’ - that can be recorded and played back independently. This allows the left-hand part of a song to be recorded first on one track, and the righthand part to be recorded later on the other track. 1 Recording a Song 1. Entering song recorder mode Press the REC button.
4. Stopping the song recorder Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn off, the recorder will stop, and the part/song will be stored in internal memory. After a few seconds, the Internal Song Player screen will be shown in the LCD display, indicating that the song is ready for playback. Song1 1-1 Part=1* œ=120 To play back the recorded song, please refer to the ‘Playing a Song’ instructions on page 48.
Song Recorder (Internal Memory) 2 Playing a Song This function is used to playback recorder songs stored in internal memory. To playback a song/part immediately after recording, start this process from step 2. 1. Entering song play mode Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and the Internal Song Player screen will be shown in the LCD display. Song No. Part No.
Controlling song playback While the song is playing: Press the REW or FWD buttons to rewind or advance the playing position of the song. Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end points of the loop. * Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop. Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume song playback. Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the song. PLAY/STOP Pause/resume song playback. REW and FWD Rewind/advance playing position.
Song Recorder (Internal Memory) 3 Recording a Song with the Rhythm Section It is also possible to record songs while using the Rhythm Section. This feature can be used to record backing accompaniments (including chord changes) for favourite songs, allowing the player to concentrate on the melody or improvised solos using the full keyboard. The Rhythm Section can only be recorded to Part 1 of each song memory. 1. Entering the Rhythm Section Press the RHYTHM SECTION button.
4 Erasing a Part/Song This function is used to erase recorder parts that have been recorded incorrectly or songs that are no longer listened to. Once a part/song has been erased from memory it cannot be recovered. 1. Entering song erase mode Press the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons simultaneously. The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will start to flash, and the Erase Song screen with the currently selected song and part number will be shown in the LCD display. Delete 3&$ Song1 Part=1* 2.
Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) The ES7 digital piano is also capable of recording performances as digital audio - saving the data to a USB memory device in either MP3 or WAV format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced directly on the instrument - without the need for additional sound equipment - then emailed to band members, listened to away from the instrument, or edited and remixed further using an audio workstation.
4. Stopping the audio recorder, saving to USB Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn off, and recording will stop. A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display, prompting to save the recorded audio file. Save to USB? :FT3&$ /P4501 Press the REC button to continue, or the PLAY/STOP button to cancel the save operation. REC Continue (Yes) PLAY/STOP Cancel (No) * If cancelled, the audio recorder will return to the previous screen. 5.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 2 Playing an Audio file The ES7 digital piano is also capable of playing MP3 and WAV audio files stored on a USB memory device directly through the instrument’s speaker system. This function is particularly useful when attempting to learn the chords or melody to a new piece, or to simply play along with one’s favourite song. Audio Player supported format specifications Audio Format Specifications Bitrate MP3 32 kHz/44.
2. Selecting and playing an audio file Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor, then press the MENU c button to select the file. The audio play screen will be shown in the LCD display. Man's World.mp3 00´00" Vol.=5 Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on and the selected audio file will start to play. * To activate the ‘Chain Play’ mode, press and hold the PLAY/STOP button when selecting the file.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 3 Playing a MIDI file The ES7 digital piano also supports the playback of Standard MIDI File (SMF) song files stored on a USB memory device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite Progressive Harmonic Imaging sound engine.
Controlling MIDI file playback While the MIDI file is playing: Press the REW or FWD buttons to rewind or advance the playing position of the MIDI file. Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end points of the loop. * Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop. Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume playback. Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the MIDI file. PLAY/STOP Pause/resume audio playback.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 4 Recording an Audio file with the Rhythm Section The ES7 digital piano also allows MP3 or WAV audio files to be recorded while using the Rhythm Section. This feature can be used to produce high quality digital audio recordings with full accompaniment backing, which can then be shared with friends and family. 1. Entering the Rhythm Section Press the RHYTHM SECTION button.
5 Converting a Song to an Audio file The ES7 digital piano allows recorder songs stored in internal memory to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file to a USB device in either MP3 or WAV format. 1. Selecting a song After recording a song to internal memory: Connect a USB memory device to the USB port. Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU c button to select the ‘Int. Player’ function.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 6 Deleting an Audio/MIDI file This function is used to delete MP3/WAV audio files or MIDI song files stored on a USB device. Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered. 1. Entering USB playback mode Connect a USB memory device to the USB port. Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU d button to select the ‘USB Player’ function.
USB Menu The USB Menu contains functions to load/save registration memories and recorder songs from/to a USB memory device. This menu also allows files to be renamed and deleted, and for the USB memory device to be formatted. USB Menu functions Page no. Function Description 1 Load Int. Song Load a recorder song from a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. 2 Load Regist Load registration memories (single or all) from a USB memory device into the instrument.
USB Menu 1 Load Internal Song The Load Internal Song function is used to load recorder songs stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. 1. Selecting the Load Int. Song function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to enter the USB Menu. 1 Load Int. Song 1SFTT 7"-6&è Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to select the Load Int. Song function.
2 Load Registration The Load Registration function is used to load registration memories stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. There are two types of registration file: ‘Single’ and ‘All’. Registration file types Registration type Description File extension Single A file containing a single registration memory. KM6 All A file containing all 28 registration memories. KM3 1.
USB Menu 3 Save SMF Song The Save SMF Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device as a Standard MIDI File (SMF). 1. Selecting the Save SMF Song function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to enter the USB Menu. 3 Save SMF Song 1SFTT 7"-6&è Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to select the Save SMF Song function. The song selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.
4 Save Internal Song The Save Internal Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device in the ES7’s native song format. 1. Selecting the Save Int. Song function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to enter the USB Menu. 4 Save Int. Song 1SFTT 7"-6&è Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to select the Save Int. Song function. The song selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.
USB Menu 5 Save Registration The Save Registration function is used to save registration memories stored in the instrument to a USB memory device. There are two types of registration file: ‘Single’ and ‘All’. Registration file types Registration type Description File extension Single A file containing a single registration memory. KM6 All A file containing all 28 registration memories. KM3 1.
6 Rename File The Rename File function is used to rename song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. 1. Selecting the Rename File function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to enter the USB Menu. 6 Rename File 1SFTT 7"-6&è Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to select the Rename File function. The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing song, audio, and registration files stored on the USB memory device.
USB Menu 7 Delete File The Delete File function is used to delete song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered. 1. Selecting the Delete File function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to enter the USB Menu. 7 Delete File 1SFTT 7"-6&è Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to select the Delete File function.
8 Format USB The Format USB function is used to format the connected USB memory device, erasing all stored data. The USB Format function will erase all data stored on the connected USB memory device. Exercise caution when using this function in order to prevent accidental data loss. 1. Selecting the Format USB function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to enter the USB Menu.
Settings Menus The Settings menus contain a variety of options to adjust the ES7’s operation and sound. Settings are grouped by category, providing convenient access to relevant controls. Once adjusted, settings can be stored to one of the instrument’s 28 registration memories, or selected as the default power-on settings with the User Memory function. Entering the Settings menus While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display: Press the d or c MENU buttons.
Basic Settings The Basic settings menu contains settings to adjust the pitch, tuning, and general sound of the instrument. This menu also allows favourite panel settings to be stored, or reset back to the original factory configuration. Basic Settings Page no. Setting Description Default setting 1-1 Equaliser Change the EQ settings of the instrument’s sound. Off 1-2 Wall EQ Optimise the instrument’s speaker system based on instrument placement.
Basic Settings 1-1 Equaliser (EQ) The Equaliser function allows the overall sound character of the ES7 digital piano to be adjusted to ensure the best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are five different preset EQ types available, with an additional ‘User’ setting allowing finer control over the different frequency bands. Equaliser types Equaliser type Description Off (default) The equaliser is turned off, and the sound character is unchanged.
User EQ setting User EQ bands Description Low Adjusts the low range frequency band (20 - 100 Hz). Mid-low Adjusts the mid-low range frequency band (355 - 1000 Hz). Mid-high Adjusts the mid-high range frequency band (1120 - 3150 Hz). High Adjusts the high range frequency band (5000 - 20000 Hz). 1. Selecting the User EQ setting While the Equaliser type screen is shown in the LCD display: Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different equaliser types.
Basic Settings 1-2 Wall EQ The Wall EQ setting optimises the ES7 digital piano’s speaker system depending on whether the instrument is placed beside a wall, or in an area away from a wall. * This setting does not affect the headphones or Line Out output. Wall EQ settings Wall EQ Description Off (default) Optimise the speaker system for placing the ES7 digital piano in an area away from a wall. On Optimise the speaker for placing the ES7 digital piano beside a wall. 1.
section 1-3 Speaker Volume The Speaker Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the ES7 digital piano’s speaker output to be reduced, providing finer adjustment control over the master volume. This setting can also function as a volume limiter, preventing the instrument from being played too loudly in the home or classroom etc. * This setting does not affect the headphones or Line Out volume.
Basic Settings section 1-4 Phones Volume The Phones Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the headphones output to be increased. The default setting for Phones Volume is ‘Normal’ in order to protect an individual’s ears from excessive volume levels. The ‘High’ setting may be selected when using headphones with a high impedance, or in situations where it is desirable to increase the maximum volume level of the headphones output. * This setting does not affect the speaker or Line Out volume.
1-5 Line Out Volume The Line Out Volume setting allows the level of the instrument’s Line Out output to be adjusted. This setting may be useful when connecting the ES7 digital piano to mixers and other audio equipment. * This setting does not affect the speaker or headphone volume. 1. Selecting the Line Out Volume setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 71): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Line Out Volume setting. 1-5 LineOut Vol. = 10 2.
Basic Settings section 1-6 Audio Recorder Gain The Audio Recorder Gain setting allows the recording level of MP3/WAV audio files to be adjusted. While the instrument’s default audio recorder level is optimised to capture the broad dynamic range of a grand piano, there may be occasions where it is desirable to increase or decrease this gain setting for certain types of music. 1.
1-7 Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the ES7 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other pitched instruments. 1. Selecting the Tuning setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 71): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Tuning setting. 1-7 Tuning = 440.0 Hz 2. Adjusting the Tuning setting Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the value of the Tuning setting in 0.5 Hz steps.
Basic Settings section 1-8 Damper Hold The Damper Hold setting is used to determine whether sounds such as organ or strings should be sustained continuously when the sustain (damper) pedal is pressed, or whether these sounds should decay, naturally. Damper Hold settings Damper Hold Description Off (default) Organ, string, etc. sounds will gradually decay, even while the sustain pedal is pressed. On Organ, string, etc. sounds will be sustained continuously while the sustain pedal is pressed. 1.
1-9 Four Hands The Four Hands setting provides an alternative method to enabling the Four Hands Mode function, and may prove useful in teaching environments or situations where this function should be enabled automatically every time the ES7 digital piano is turned on. * Please refer to page 22 for information about the Four Hands Mode function. Four Hands settings Four Hands Description Off (default) Four Hands Mode will be turned off by default. On Four Hands Mode will be turned on by default. 1.
Basic Settings section 1-10 User Memory The User Memory function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and automatically recalled as the default settings every time the ES7 digital piano is turned on.
1-11 Factory Reset The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the User Memory function above, restoring the ES7 digital piano back to its factory default settings. * This function does not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory. 1. Selecting the Factory Reset function After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 71): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Factory Reset function. 1-11 FactryReset Save? 1SFTT REC 2.
sectionTechnician Virtual An experienced piano technician is essential to fully realise the potential of a fine acoustic piano. In addition to meticulously tuning each note, the technician also performs numerous regulation and voicing adjustments that allow the instrument to truly sing. The Virtual Technician settings of the ES7 digital piano simulate these refinements digitally, allowing performers to shape various aspects of the instrument’s character to suit their personal preferences.
2-1 Touch Curve As with an acoustic piano, the ES7 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 Curve setting allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently adjusted.
Virtual Technician section 2-1 Touch Curve (cont.) 1. Selecting the Touch Curve setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 84): The Touch setting will be selected automatically. 2-1 Touch Curve = Normal 2. Changing the Touch Curve type Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different touch curve types. * Any changes made to the Touch Curve type or User Touch settings will remain until the power is turned off.
2-2 Voicing The Voicing setting allows the tonal character of the ES7 digital piano to be set to one of six different types. Voicing types Voicing type Description Normal (default) The normal tonal character of an acoustic piano throughout the entire dynamic range. Mellow 1 A softer, more mellow tonal character throughout the entire dynamic range. Mellow 2 An even soften tonal character than Mellow 1.
Virtual Technician section 2-3 Damper Resonance Pressing the damper pedal of an acoustic piano raises all dampers, allowing the strings to vibrate freely. When a note or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal pressed, not only will the strings of the notes played vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance. The ES7 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance sound to be adjusted. 1.
2-4 Damper Noise When the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear the sound of the damper head touching and releasing the strings. The ES7 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted. 1. Selecting the Damper Noise setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 84): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Damper Noise setting. 2-4 Damper Noise = 5 2.
Virtual Technician section 2-5 String Resonance String Resonance refers to a phenomenon that exists in acoustic pianos whereby the strings of held notes resonate ‘sympathetically’ with other notes of the same harmonic series. The ES7 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the String Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance to be adjusted.
2-6 Key-off Effect When playing an acoustic piano – particularly in the bass region of the keyboard – if a key is played with force and released quickly, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the damper touching the strings immediately before the vibrations are stopped. The ES7 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Key-off Effect setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted. * This setting also affects the ‘Classic E.P.’ and ‘60’s E.P.’ electric piano sounds. 1.
Virtual Technician section 2-7 Fall-back Noise When playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning (i.e. ‘falling back’) to the neutral position after a key is released. The ES7 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted. 1.
2-8 Hammer Delay When playing pianissimo passages using an acoustic piano, there may be a perceived delay between a key being pressed the hammer striking the strings. If desired, the ES7 digital piano can recreate this delay, with the Hammer Delay setting allowing the delay length to be adjusted. 1. Selecting the Hammer Delay setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 84): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Hammer Delay setting. 2-8 Hammer Delay = Off 2.
Virtual Technician section 2-9 Temperament The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the ES7 digital piano to be changed from the modern ‘Equal Temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It is also possible to create customised temperaments using the User Temperaments function. Temperament types Temperament type Description Equal Temperament (piano) This is the default temperament.
Stretch Tuning Stretch tuning is a piano-specific tuning method in which the tuning for the lower notes is slightly lower and the tuning for the higher notes is slightly higher than the settings made in the Equal temperament. The Stretch Tuning setting allows the degree of stretch tuning to be adjusted when Equal (piano) or Equal temperament are selected.
Key Settings The Key Settings menu contains settings to adjust the instrument’s operation when using the Dual or Split playing modes. Key Settings Page no. Setting Description Default setting 3-1 Lower Octave Raise the pitch of the lower section in octave steps when using Split mode. 0 3-2 Lower Pedal Enable/disable sustain pedal for the lower section when using Split mode. Off 3-3 Split Balance Adjust the volume balance between the upper and lower sections.
3-1 Lower Octave Shift The Lower Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the lower section when using Split mode to be raised in octave steps. 1. Selecting the Lower Octave Shift setting After entering the Key Settings menu (page 96): The Lower Octave Shift setting will be selected automatically. 3-1 Lower Octave = 0 2. Changing the Lower Octave Shift value Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the value of the Lower Octave Shift setting.
Key Settings 3-2 Lower Pedal The Lower Pedal setting determines whether or not the sustain pedal will affect (i.e. sustain) the lower sound when using Split mode. Lower Pedal settings Lower Pedal Description Off (default) In Split mode, lower section sounds will not be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed. On In Split mode, lower section sounds will be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed. 1.
3-3 Split Balance The Split Balance setting allows the volume balance between the upper and lower sections when using Split mode to be adjusted. * The Split Balance setting can also be used adjusted directly while Split mode is in use. Please refer to page 21 for more information. 1. Selecting the Split Balance setting After entering the Key Settings menu (page 96): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Split Balance setting. 3-3 SplitBalance = 5:5 2.
Key Settings section 3-4 Layer Octave Shift The Layer Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the layered sound when using Dual mode to be raised or lowered in octave steps. 1. Selecting the Layer Octave Shift setting After entering the Key Settings menu (page 96): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Layer Octave Shift setting. 3-4 Layer Octave = 0 2. Changing the Layer Octave Shift value Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the value of the Layer Octave Shift setting.
section 3-5 Layer Dynamics When using Dual mode, sometimes simply adjusting the volume balance between the two layered sounds is not enough to create the desired sound character, especially if both sounds are very dynamic. Layering two equally dynamic sounds can prove difficult to control and play comfortably. The Layer Dynamics Function allows the dynamic sensitivity of the layered sound to be reduced, in order to improve the blend between the two combined sounds.
Key Settings section 3-6 Dual Balance The Dual Balance setting allows the volume balance between the main and layered sounds when using Dual mode to be adjusted. * The Dual Balance setting can also be used adjusted directly while Dual mode is in use. Please refer to page 19 for more information. 1. Selecting the Dual Balance setting After entering the Key Settings menu (page 96): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Dual Balance setting. 3-6 Dual Balance = 5:5 2.
Rhythm Settings The Rhythm Settings menu contains settings to adjust the instrument’s Rhythm Section feature. Rhythm Settings Page no. Setting Description Default setting 4-1 Rhythm Vol. Adjust the volume of the Rhythm Section 5 4-2 Auto Fill In Specify how frequently an Auto Fill-in will be played. 8 bars 4-3 O.F. Ad-lib Turn the ‘One Finger Ad-lib’ feature on or off. Off 4-4 ACC Mode Specify the chord input mode used for the Rhythm Section accompaniment.
Rhythm Settings 4-1 Rhythm Volume The Rhythm Volume setting is used to adjust the volume level of the Rhythm Section accompaniment, relative to the main keyboard sound. 1. Selecting the Rhythm Volume setting After entering the Rhythm Settings menu (page 103): The Rhythm Volume setting will be selected automatically. 4-1 Rhythm Vol. = 5 2. Adjusting the Rhythm Volume value Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the value of the Rhythm Volume setting.
4-2 Auto Fill-in The Auto Fill-in setting is used to specify how many bars of the Rhythm Section should be played before a fill-in passage is automatically added. This function can be turned off of the Auto Fill-in feature is not required. Auto Fill-in settings Auto Fill-in Description Off The Rhythm Section will not play a fill-in passage automatically. 4 bars The Rhythm Section will play an automatic fill-in passage after every 4 bars.
Rhythm Settings 4-3 One Finger Ad-lib The One Finger Ad-lib setting is used to turn the Rhythm Section’s One Finger Ad-lib function on or off. When turned on, One Finger Ad-lib allows various musical phrases to be performed at any time by pressing one of the topmost 17 keys on the keyboard. Each phrase will play for one bar, and will match the key/chord currently used by the Rhythm Section accompaniment.
4-4 ACC Mode The ACC Mode setting is used to select the Rhythm Section’s chord input method. * Please refer to page 44 for more information about the different Rhythm Section accompaniment modes. ACC Mode settings ACC Mode Rhythm Section play/control mode Normal (default) Upper section plays melody, lower section controls Rhythm Section key. Full Keyboard Full keyboard plays melody, and controls Rhythm Section key. Preset Chord Full keyboard plays melody, Rhythm Section changes key automatically.
MIDI Settings MIDI Overview The term MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an international standard for connecting musical instruments, computers, and other devices to allow the exchange of performance data. MIDI Terminals MIDI terminal Function MIDI IN Receiving note, program change, and other data. MIDI OUT Sending note, program change, and other data. MIDI channels MIDI uses channels to exchange data back and forth between MIDI devices.
MIDI Functions The ES7 digital piano supports the following MIDI functions: Transmit/receive note information Transmit/receive program change information Transmit/receive note information to/from a MIDI-connected musical instrument or device. Transmit/receive program change data to/from a MIDIconnected musical instrument or device. Transmit/receive channel settings Transmit/receive pedal data Specify transmit/receive channels within the range of 1 to 16.
MIDI Settings 5-1 MIDI Channel The MIDI Channel setting allows the transmit/receive channel to be specified. The selected channel will function as both the transmit and receive channel (separate transmit/receive channels cannot be specified). 1. Selecting the MIDI Channel setting After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 108): The MIDI Channel setting will be selected automatically. 5-1 MIDI Channel = 1 2.
5-2 Send Program Change Number The Send Program Change Number function is used to send a Program Change Number (1-128) to the connected MIDI device. 1. Selecting the Send Program Change Number function After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 108): Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Send Program Change Number function. 5-2 Send PGM# = 1 7"-6&é è 2. Specifying and transmitting a Program Change Number Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the Program Change Number.
MIDI Settings 5-3 Local Control The Local Control setting determines whether the instrument will play an internal sound when the keys are pressed. This setting is useful when using the ES7 digital piano to control an external MIDI device. Local Control settings Local Control Description Off The instrument will transmit information to an external MIDI device only. On (default) The instrument will play an internal sound and transmit information to an external MIDI device. 1.
5-4 Transmit Program Change Numbers The Transmit Program Change Numbers setting determines whether the ES7 digital piano will transmit program change information via MIDI when the instrument’s panel buttons are pressed. Transmit Program Change Numbers settings Transmit PGM# Multi-timbral setting Effect of pressing panel buttons On (default) Off, On1 SOUND buttons will send PGM# shown in the left column*. On On2 SOUND buttons will send PGM# shown in the right column*.
MIDI Settings 5-5 Multi-timbral Mode The Multi-timbral Mode setting determines whether or not the ES7 digital piano is able to receive MIDI information on more than one MIDI channel simultaneously. This allows the instrument to play back multi-track, multi-timbral performance data sent from an external MIDI device. Multi-timbral Mode settings Multi-timbral Mode Effect on sound heard Off The sound shown in the left column is selected*. On1 (default) The sound shown in the left column is selected*.
Channel Mute The Channel Mute setting determines which MIDI channels (1-16) are activated to receive MIDI information when Multi-timbral mode is enabled. * This setting is only available when the Multi-timbral Mode setting is set to ‘On1’ or ‘On2’. Channel Mute settings Channel Mute Description Play (default) The instrument will receive MIDI information on the specified MIDI channel. Mute The instrument will not receive MIDI information on the specified MIDI channel. 1.
USB MIDI (USB to Host connector) The ES7 digital piano features a ‘USB to Host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to a computer using an inexpensive USB cable and utilised as a MIDI device. Depending on the type of computer and operating system installed, additional driver software may be required for USB MIDI communication to function correctly.
Power Settings 6-1 Auto Power Off The ES7 digital piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity. * This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on. Auto Power Off settings Auto Power Off Description Off The Auto Power Off function is disabled. 30 min. The instrument will turn off automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity. 60 min.
Connecting to Other Devices The rear side of the ES7 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument be connected to MIDI devices, computers, speakers, and mixers. It is also possible to connect external audio sources, such as an MP3 player, tablet, or a secondary keyboard, to the ES7’s amplifier and speaker system. The illustration below provides a visual overview of the instrument’s connectors and typical applications.
Rear Connectors LINE OUT jacks (1/4” phone jack) SPEAKER ON/OFF switch These jacks are used to connect the stereo output of the instrument’s sound to external speakers, amplifiers, mixers, recording devices, and similar equipment. Mono signals will be output only if a cable is connected to the L/MONO jack. The MASTER VOLUME slider does not affect the LINE OUT level.
Troubleshooting The table below summarises issues that may be experienced with the ES7 digital piano, explaining the typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s). Power Issue Possible Cause and Solution The instrument does not turn on. Check that the AC power adaptor is firmly attached to the instrument, and connected to an AC outlet. p. 15 The instrument turns itself off after a period of inactivity. Check that the ‘Auto Power Off’ setting is not enabled. p.
sectionSong List Demo Sound Name Song Title Composer Main Demo Original Kawai Concert Grand Original Kawai Studio Grand Original Kawai Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 L. v. Beethoven Modern Piano Original Kawai Concert Grand 2 Waltz No.6 Op.64-1: “Petit Chien” F. F. Chopin Studio Grand 2 Original Kawai Mellow Grand 2 La fille aux cheveux de lin C. Debussy Rock Piano Original Kawai Classic E.Piano Original Kawai Modern E.P.
section Change Number List Program Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Program Number Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Concert Grand 1 1 121 0 Studio Grand 2 1 121 1 Mellow Grand 3 1 121 2 Modern Piano 4 2 121 0 Concert Grand 2 5 1 95 16 Studio Grand 2 6 1 95 17 Mellow Grand 2 7 1 95 18 Rock Piano 8 2 121 1 Classic E.Piano 9 5 121 0 60’s E.Piano 10 5 121 3 Modern E.Piano 11 6 121 0 Classic E.
Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Program Number Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Concert Grand RS 33 1 95 22 Studio Grand RS 34 1 95 23 Studio Grand 2 RS 35 1 95 24 Classic E.Piano RS 36 5 95 3 Vibraphone RS 37 12 121 1 String Ensemble RS 38 49 95 2 Wood Bass RS 39 33 95 2 Electric Bass RS 40 34 95 1 Fretless Bass RS 41 36 95 1 Drawbar Organ 2 RS 42 17 95 1 Jazzer RS 43 18 95 1 Perc.
Drum Sound Mapping List C1 C2 C3 Appendix C4 C5 124 C# D D# E F F# G G# A A# B C C# D D# E F F# G G# A A# B C C# D D# E F F# G G# A A# B C C# D D# E F F# G G# A A# B C C# D D# E F F# G G# A A# B C C# D D# Analog Set RS Snare Roll Finger Snap High Q Slap Scratch Push Scratch Pull Sticks Square Click Metronome Click Metronome Bell Analog BD2 Analog BD1 Analog Rim Analog SD1 Hand Clap Analog SD2 Analog LowTom2 Analog HHC Analog Low Tom1 Analog HHP Analog Mid Tom2 Analog HHO Analog Mid Tom1 Analog Hi T
Rhythm Section Style List 16th Swing Style Name Genre Funk Shuffle 1 8th Straight 8 Beat 2 Hip Hop 1 Smooth Beat Hip Hop 2 Pop 1 Hip Hop 3 Pop 2 Hip Hop 4 Ride Beat 16 Shuffle 2 16th Straight Slip Beat 8th Rock 8 Beat 3 Funky Beat 1 Rock Beat 1 Funky Beat 2 Rock Beat 2 Funky Beat 3 Rock Beat 3 Funk 1 Rock Beat 4 Funk 2 Blues/Rock Funk 3 Heavy Beat Jazz Funk Hard Rock 16 Beat 1 Surf Rock 16 Beat 3 R&B 8th Swing 8th Fast Shuffle Rim Beat Motown 2 Roll Beat Gospel Shuffl
Rhythm Section Chord Types The tables below list chord types recognised by the ES7 digital piano’s Rhythm Section. Each chord can be played by pressing the notes marked with a z symbol in the diagrams below. In addition, the common Major, Minor, M7, and 7, chord types can also be played by pressing just the notes marked with a Ì symbol.
Notes Chord Name Notes Chord Name E A Maj (D ) E Maj F Maj E A sus4 (D ) E sus4 F sus4 E A aug (D ) E aug F aug E A min (D ) E min F min E A M7 (D ) E M7 F M7 EA 6 (D ) E6 F6 E A m7 (D ) E m7 F m7 E A mM7 (D ) E mM7 F mM7 E A m6 (D ) E m6 F m6 EA 7 (D ) E7 F7 E A 7(A5) (D ) E 7(A5) F 7(A5) E A 7( 5) (D ) E 7( 5) F 7( 5) E A 7sus4 (D ) E 7sus4 F 7sus4 E A m7(A5) (D ) E m7(A5) F m7(A5) E A dim (D ) E dim F dim Notes Appendix Chord Name
Rhythm Section Chord Types Chord Name Appendix Chord Name Notes Chord Name G A Maj (F ) G Maj A A Maj (G ) G A sus4 (F ) G sus4 A A sus4 (G ) G A aug (F ) G aug A A aug (G ) G A min (F ) G min A A min (G ) G A M7 (F ) G M7 A A M7 (G ) GA 6 (F ) G6 AA 6 (G ) G A m7 (F ) G m7 A A m7 (G ) G A mM7 (F ) G mM7 A A mM7 (G ) G A m6 (F ) G m6 A A m6 (G ) GA 7 (F ) G7 AA 7 (G ) G A 7(A5) (F ) G 7(A5) A A 7(A5) (G ) G A 7( 5) (F ) G 7( 5) A A 7( 5) (G ) G
Notes Chord Name Notes Chord Name A Maj B A Maj (A ) B Maj A sus4 B A sus4 (A ) B sus4 A aug B A aug (A ) B aug A min B A min (A ) B min A M7 B A M7 (A ) B M7 A6 BA 6 (A ) B6 A m7 B A m7 (A ) B m7 A mM7 B A mM7 (A ) B mM7 A m6 B A m6 (A ) B m6 A7 BA 7 (A ) B7 A 7(A5) B A 7(A5) (A ) B 7(A5) A 7( 5) B A 7( 5) (A ) B 7( 5) A 7sus4 B A 7sus4 (A ) B 7sus4 A m7(A5) B A m7(A5) (A ) B m7(A5) A dim B A dim (A ) B dim Notes Appendix Chord Name
Rhythm Section Preset Chord Sequences The table below lists Preset Chord sequences utilised by the ES7 digital piano’s Rhythm Section when the ‘ACC Mode’ setting is set to ‘Preset Chord’. The Preset Chord sequences can last for 8, 12, or 16 bars, with the bar number and chord name written in the spaces below. If a chord name is not written, the previous chord will continued to be played. The more complicated chord names, such as ‘F#m7(b5)’, may appear in a simplified form when shown in the LCD display.
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Settings List The tables below list all of the settings/functions that can be adjusted from the ES7 digital piano’s panel interface, in addition to available ranges/types, default settings, and Registration/User Memory storing capabilities. No. Setting Name Range / Type Default Setting Registration User Memory 1.
Setting Name Range / Type Default Setting Registration User Memory Transpose Key Transpose On/Off (button) Off, On Off z z Key Transpose Value –12 (C) - +12 (C) 0 z z Song Transpose Value –12 (C) - +12 (C) 0 - - Split On/Off (button) Off, On Off z z Split Point A–1 - C7 G2 z z Rhythm Section On/Off (button) Off, On Off z z Rhythm Please refer to page 125.
Specifications Keyboard Sound Source Internal Sounds 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces Responsive Hammer 2 (RH2) action with Let-Off Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ (PHI), 88-key piano sampling 32 voices PIANO1: PIANO2: E.PIANO: ORGAN: HARPSI / MALLETS: STRINGS / CHOIR: BASS: Polyphony Keyboard Modes max.
MIDI Exclusive Data Format 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte 4th byte 5th byte 6th byte 7th byte 8th byte 9th byte 10th byte 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Byte ID Description 1 F0 Start code 2 40 Kawai ID number 3 00 - 0F MIDI channel 4 10, 30 Function code (30 when setting Multi-timbre On/Off ) 5 04 Indicates that the instrument is an electric piano 6 02 Indicates that the piano is a CA/ES model 7 data 1 8 data 2 See table below 9 data 3 End code data 1 data 2 data 3 Function 00
MIDI Implementation Chart Kawai ES7 digital piano Date: March 2012 Version: 1.
Owner’s Manual Conventions This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the ES7’s various functions. The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and the appearance of difference kinds of text. Button LED indicator states LED indicator off: Sound/Function is not selected. LED indicator on: Sound/Function is selected. LED indicator flashing: Sound/Function is selected in a temporary state.
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