506N

506N

A solid musical choice

Specially designed to meet the needs of those who require high quality and durability in an instrument, without a premium price tag, the 506N institutional upright piano is a solid musical choice for churches, schools or other venues seeking longevity and value.

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OVERVIEW

   

OVERVIEW

Incredibly well built, yet extremely affordable

The 506N upright piano features three key elements of a fine piano — a durable back assembly with 5 laminated back posts, our exclusive Ultra-Responsive Direct Blow Action, and an exceptional soundboard made of solid spruce. These elements assure a steady level of touch, tone and durability that will meet the requirements of any player. Finally, we added a handsome cabinet with a sturdy “toe-block” design. The result is a well-crafted, great-sounding instrument that will bring musical enjoyment for many years to come.

TOUCH

   

TOUCH

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The World’s Most Precise Piano Action

The 506N features our exclusive Ultra-Responsive™ Direct Blow action that offers extraordinary touch. Hammer heads are made with 100 percent wool felt. Hammer shanks and mouldings are made with top-quality maple.

 

To make the action resistant to climatic and seasonal changes in temperature and humidity, we pioneered the use of aluminium action rails, aluminium hammer rest rails and precision parts made of stable, low-friction ABS Styran.

 

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Exclusive ABS Styran Action Parts

The innovative use of ABS Styran in our piano actions is one of the chief reasons why a Kawai piano will maintain stable touch and tone over time better than other pianos.

 

Endorsed by leading piano technicians and proven superior in scientific tests, ABS Styran is supported by over forty years of proven reliability in Kawai pianos.

TONE

   

TONE

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Soundboards and Ribs

The most important sound-producing parts of a piano are the soundboard and ribs. The choice of materials and the manner in which they are assembled can greatly affect volume and tone quality.

 

Our wood technologists select only the finest spruce to ensure exceptional dynamic range and superb tone across the entire spectrum of sound. The 506N boasts an exceptionally large soundboard area (2,015 sq. in.) for greater tonal power and resonance.

 
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Pinblocks

The pinblock must be constructed and finished to the highest quality standards to ensure optimum tuning stability over many years of use. The 506N pinblock is made from the finest hard rock maple, cross-laminated in 13 plies to assure that the tuning pins remain tightly fitted through a lifetime of music-making.

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Bridges

The 506N bridge is made from select hard maple, individually notched for a clear, powerful tone quality.

 

Height is carefully set and matched to the iron plate for correct string pressure and optimal tonal transfer.

 

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Tuning Pins

The 506N tuning pins are 64mm in length and manufactured to rigid specifications with nickel-plated carbon steel.

 

Our precision thread-cutting process produces a pin with tremendous “reverse-grip” holding power.

 

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Back Posts

Back posts support the plate and help maintain its structural integrity over the lifetime of the piano.

 

Our laminated back post construction is designed for maximum rigidity to provide enhanced tuning stability and decades of reliable performance.

PERFORMANCE

   

PERFORMANCE

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“Matched Strength” Plate Design

The cast iron plate is subjected to as much as 20 tons of string tension. We use modern CAD technology to match the strength and natural resonances of the plate to the requirements of its design. The proper combination of plate design, back post structure and string tension provides enhanced tuning stability for decades of reliable performance.

 

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Longer Key Sticks

The 506N cabinet is built with added depth (24") to accommodate a longer key length for better control.

 

The extended 16 1/4" keys offer greater leverage at every point of the playing surface for a more even, controlled touch.

 

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Cast Brass Pedals

Our exclusive Cast Brass Pedals are extremely rugged. Made with a permanently bonded brass layer over an aluminium core, they are significantly stronger and more durable than conventional “capped” pedals for lasting beauty and silent operation.

 

The centre pedal activates the mute rail for quiet practice.

 

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Cabinet Design and Finishes

The "toe-block" design secures the piano's legs and strengthens overall cabinet integrity to handle the demands of rigorous institutional use.

 

Available in attractive Mahogany Satin and Ebony Satin finishes, each 506N is meticulously stained and coated to assure a beautiful and trouble-free finish.

SPECIFICATIONS

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Size Height 113 cm (44 1/2" cm)
Width 150 cm (59")
Depth 61 cm (24")
Weight 192 kg (424 lbs.)
Touch White key surfaces Acrylic
Black key surfaces Phenol
Action Ultra-Responsive
Hammer felts Single
Sound Soundboard Solid Spruce, Tapered
Speaking length of no.1 string 112 cm (44 1/8”)
Cutoff bar -
Agraffes -
Duplex scaling -
Back posts 5
Exterior design Pedals Soft, Muffler, Damper
Casters Single
Softfall -
Lock
Other features Steel reinforced keyslip & keybed

* Depending on market location. Specifications are subject to change without notice.