How to fix a Kawai ES8 that does not turn on?
If the Kawai Musical Instrument does not turn on, ensure the AC power adapter is securely connected to both the instrument and the AC outlet. Also, verify that the ‘Auto Power Off’ setting is disabled.
Why is the headphone volume too low on my Kawai Musical Instrument?
If the headphone volume on your Kawai Musical Instrument is too low, first check the technical specifications of your headphones. If the ‘Nominal Impedance’ is less than 100 ohms, set the ‘Phones Volume’ in the ‘Basic Settings’ menu to ‘High’.
What to do if my Kawai Musical Instrument produces no sound?
If your Kawai Musical Instrument produces no sound when keys are pressed, ensure the MASTER VOLUME slider isn't at its lowest setting. Also, check that headphones aren't connected to the PHONES jacks. Finally, verify that the Local Control setting in the MIDI Settings menu is set to On.
Why does my Kawai ES8 sound distorted at high volumes?
If the sound from your Kawai Musical Instrument distorts at high volumes, reduce the MASTER VOLUME slider to a more appropriate level. If you're using the Line Out jacks to connect to an amplifier/mixer, decrease the ‘Line Out Volume’ in the Basic Settings menu.
What to do if a USB device is not detected by my Kawai ES8?
If a USB memory device isn't detected, can't be saved to, or doesn't function when connected to your Kawai Musical Instrument, ensure it's formatted to FAT/FAT32 and not in ‘Write Protect’ mode. Try disconnecting and reconnecting the device, and power cycle the instrument. If issues persist, the USB device may be incompatible or damaged; try a different one.
How to adjust the recording volume on my Kawai ES8 Musical Instrument?
If the volume is too low or too high (distorted) when recording MP3/WAV audio files on your Kawai Musical Instrument, adjust the ‘Audio Recorder Gain’ setting in the ‘Basic Settings’ menu.
Why does my Kawai ES8 make strange sounds when playing piano?
If your Kawai Musical Instrument produces strange sounds or noises while playing piano sounds, this is due to the instrument attempting to accurately reproduce the rich variety of tones created by an acoustic grand piano, including string resonances, damper noises, and other subtle characteristics.
Why does my MP3/WAV file sound strange on my Kawai Musical Instrument?
If an MP3/WAV audio file sounds strange or doesn't play back correctly on your Kawai Musical Instrument, verify that the audio file format is supported by checking the ‘Audio Player supported format specifications’ table.
Why can't I hear sound from MP3/WAV files on my Kawai Musical Instrument?
If no sound is heard when playing an MP3/WAV audio file on your Kawai Musical Instrument, check that the format of the audio file is supported and listed in the ‘Audio Player supported format specifications’ table.
Why do the top notes sustain longer on my Kawai ES8?
If the top 18 notes of your Kawai Musical Instrument's keyboard sustain longer than others, you can reduce or disable these effects using the settings in the Virtual Technician menu to adjust the prominence of these additional tones, which are intended to enhance realism.
General| Polyphony | 256 notes |
|---|---|
| Internal Sounds | 34 sounds |
| Amplifiers | 15 W x 2 |
| Weight | 22.5 kg |
| Reverb | 6 types |
| Touch Sensitivity | Light, Normal, Heavy, Off |
| Keyboard | 88 keys, Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action |
| Dimensions | 1362 (W) x 361 (D) x 149 (H) mm |
| Connectivity | Line In (L/MONO, R), Line Out (L/MONO, R), Headphones x 2, MIDI In/Out, USB to Host |
| Metronome | Yes |
| Included Accessories | Music Rest, AC Power Adapter |
| Display | LCD display |
A brief welcome and overview of the manual's purpose.
Lists all items included in the ES8 digital piano package.
Details the key features and technologies of the ES8 digital piano.
Identifies and explains the controls and displays on the ES8's panel.
Instructions on how to attach the music rest and connect pedals/headphones.
Guide to connecting power, turning on, and adjusting volume.
How to choose and change instrument sounds from various categories.
Instructions on how to enter and navigate the instrument's demonstration songs.
How to layer two sounds together for a richer, more complex tone.
Dividing the keyboard into two sections with different sounds.
Adjusting reverb, effects, and amp simulator for sound modification.
Using the metronome for practice, adjusting tempo, beat, and volume.
Storing and recalling instrument setups for quick access.
Introduction to the 100 built-in accompaniment styles and their patterns.
How to select and cycle through different rhythm styles and genres.
Adjusting rhythm volume, auto fill-in, ad-lib, ACC mode, bass inversion, and preset chords.
Recording, playing, and managing songs in the instrument's internal memory.
Recording/playing MP3/WAV files, overdubbing, and converting MIDI to audio via USB.
Functions for loading/saving songs, registrations, renaming, deleting, and formatting USB devices.
Adjusting pitch, tuning, EQ, volume, and other core sound parameters.
Fine-tuning instrument character with adjustments to touch, voicing, and resonance.
Adjusting instrument operation for Dual or Split playing modes.
Configuring MIDI communication and parameters for external devices.
Configuring power-related settings like auto power off.
Guide to connecting external speakers, MIDI devices, computers, and audio sources.
Common issues and their solutions for the ES8 digital piano.
A list of all available demonstration songs with their titles and composers.
A comprehensive list of all available rhythm section styles categorized by genre.
Technical details and features of the ES8 digital piano.
Explanation of symbols, button states, and text conventions used in the manual.
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