The action in my opinion is closer to the real thing than the fp50 and i quite liked the sound of it. Kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller kawai digital pianos. Choosing between the kawai mp11 and the kawai vpc1 can be difficult. I think it will be the sl88 grand then which is a shame because the vpc1 is such a sexy looking beast. You need at least 60cm knee clearance, which sets the tabletop roughly at 84cm. Kawai vpc1 or studiologic tp40w sl88 grand for piano. For over 85 years, kawai has been focused on doing one thing building pianos. On the other hand, the market for vpc1 is people that already have a pc and or software. So i wanted to consult the experiences of those who have actually played the mp11 or vpc1. Midi keyboard controller developed especially for use with virtual piano software.
Not too bothered about the lack of speakers and samples so thats not an issue. I find the mp7s action to be extremely goodvery nearly on a par with the vpc1, in fact. I then discovered the kawai vpc1 keyboard, which appears to be ideal. Kawai proudly introduces the kawai vpc1, featuring unparalleled keyboard action realism, impressive hardware software flexibility, stunning pianolike design, and strong backing from the industry. Please note that this is just my opinion i am not stating that kawai has concrete plans to develop an editor. Get the guaranteed best price on midi keyboard controllers like the kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller at musicians friend.
I never tried myself the grand feel action, dont have where to try in the whole country im live in. The vpc1 features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity. Piano in a living room has shared this performance of the popular richard clayderman piece ballade pour adeline. Our studio model i stands alone as a soft matte cobalt blue. It costs a little less than the vpc1 and has a very useful set of controller features including pitch and mod. Anyway, ive been playing this way for over a year and now it feels normal. This is the ultimate controller for the professional virtual piano player. The vpc1 hass kawais professional wooden graded hammer piano key action with simulated ivory grand piano keys allowing for a great keytop feel featuring a grand piano let. Probably the best you can get until kawai comes up with improved version and probably one of the. Always custommade in the usa, using a digitaldeckcovers dust cover is a great way to ensure your.
Our builtin antivirus scanned this download and rated it as virus free. Vpc editor for windows 32bit64bit editor software for the vpc1 virtual piano controller. Kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller demo deutsch youtube. Kawai proudly introduces the vpc1, featuring unparalleled keyboard action realism, impressive hardware software. Forums vienna symphonic library vienna instruments libraries vienna imperial and kawai vpc1. Ive been happy playing and practicing classical piano for two years now with my vpc1. On the other hand, the market for vpc1 is people that already have a pc and or software pianos. This recording is rather interesting, as a vpc1 is being used to control a nord stage 2. Kawai vpc1 88key virtual piano controller sweetwater. The kawai cs8 hybrid piano brings the comfort and authenticity of the ca67 digital piano into a new level of elegance and class. The keyboard action is the most important part of a controller. Page 27 software end user license agreement this end user license agreement agreement is between kawai musical instruments mfg. Further customize the vpc1 with new touch curves, adjust individual key velocities, and setup preferred midi routing using the included vpc editor software.
The kawai vpc1 is a professional midi keyboard controller created for virtual piano players. Kawai vpc1, action there is a similar thread with a few replies comparing the mp11 with the vpc1. Kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller ravenworks digital. Please refer to the pdf manual of the vpc editor software for further. The vpc1 features kawai s celebrated woodenkey keyboard action technology, giving your virtual with the expression and performance of a real one. The vpc1 features kawais celebrated woodenkey keyboard action technology, giving your virtual with the. Kawai vpc1 kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller kawai vpc. Open box a virtual piano controller from a real piano company. The vpc1 is a professional midi keyboard controller developed especially for use with virtual piano software. Please refer to the pdf manual of the vpc editor software for further information. Kawai proudly introduces the vpc1, featuring unparalleled keyboard action realism, impressive hardware software flexibility, stunning pianolike design, and strong backing from the industrys leading developers. Probably the best you can get until kawai comes up with improved version and probably one of the only keyboards that comes even close to being helpful for practicing serious piano repertoire. The price is good, i already have a suitable computer and screen and i can buy just the instruments i need. Kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller musicians friend.
You can customize the touch curve and midi settings for up to 5 different virtual instruments or midi sound sources then store these settings as presets, view touch curve settings using a graph display, configure the velocity offset for each key, and more. This is the ultimate controller for the professional. The professional midi controller developed for virtual piano players, featuring kawai s celebrated woodenkey keyboard action technology. Kawai cs8 hybrid digital piano merriam music torontos. Answering the prayers of virtual piano musicians everywhere, the vpc1 packages the outstanding rm3 grand ii woodenkey action into a professional midi controller, with developer. All im saying about the grand feel is based on deep exploration and technical specs.
Boasting unparalleled realism in the feel of the keyboard, impressive hardware and software versatility, and gorgeous pianolike design, kawais vpc1 is digital instrument like no other. At bonners music, we are proud to be able to have available these innovative kawai vpc1 series digital pianos. The cs8 features wood keys and the same cuttingedge piano engine that. Dust cover for the kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller. You can customize the touch curve and midi settings for up to 5 different virtual. The kawai vpc1 marries a world class keyboard action with. For additional details and information please visit the vpc1 website. Initially i was a little disappointed at the performance of the instrument and thought i would keep it anyway. Kawai proudly introduces the kawai vpc1, featuring unparalleled keyboard action realism, impressive hardware software flexibility, stunning pianolike design, and. So i wanted to consult the experiences of those who have actually played. They dont feel like an imitation of piano, but rather feel like a different piano.
Kawai vpc1 masterkeyboard music store professional enoe. The kawai vpc1 is all about playing feel, and kawai is a worldclass expert in this area. Kawai mp11 vs vpc1 deciding which is best for you youtube. To download the product you want for free, you should use the link provided below and proceed to the developer s website, as this is the only legal source to get pianoteq stage. Answering the prayers of virtual piano musicians everywhere, the vpc1 packages kawai s superb rm3 grand ii woodenkey keyboard action into a professional midi. Downloads kawai vpc a virtual piano controller from a. This recording is rather interesting, as a vpc1 is being used to control a nord stage 2, which is loaded with the recently released silver grand sample, captured from a shigeru kawai sk7. I have a real kawai in my living room and it feels just like it.
They could sell a pc in it, but we turn over pcs pretty fast and operating systems even faster. The vpc1 is a professional midi keyboard controller primarily intended for use with virtual piano software. Aug 11, 2014 choosing between the kawai mp11 and the kawai vpc1 can be difficult. Buy kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller featuring 88 weighted key midi controller, rm3 woodenkey action with letoff, triple sensor detection, ivory touch key surface, adjustable touch curves, 5 memory locations, triplepedal, music rack and editor software, plug and play operation, usb or ac powered. The rm3ii keyboard action employs a number of clever engineering feats to. Thank you all, the mp 10 having the same action as the vpc1 you proved my fears right.
The pianoteq stage installer is commonly called pianoteq 4 stage. Specifically, this protective cover is individually made to fit the specifications of a kawai vpc1. A virtual piano controller from a real piano company. Kawai vpc virtual piano controller from rimmers music. Promenade music are uk main dealers for the kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller. Both the kpc1 and ivory 2 american concert d are amazing. Vpc1 the ultimate controller for virtual piano players, featuring real wooden keys and developer approved touch curves. Vpc1 plus virtual piano software equals the real deal. Fitting the vpc1 into a desk is almost impossible with these measurements its 18,5cm high. The kawai vpc1 is a virtual piano controller that feels like a real piano, featuring kawais rm3ii woodenkey, gradedhammer.
Features include graded hammer weighting, ivorylike key surfaces, letoff. The feature price ratio is always a tricky element for a developer like kawai. This is the closest thing to owning a ravenscroft piano we challenge you to prove us wrong. Kawai proudly introduces the vpc1, featuring unparalleled keyboard action realism, impressive hardware software flexibility, stunning pianolike design, and strong backing from. Vpc1 a virtual piano controller from a real piano company. Their vpc1 virtual piano controller is designed to do one thing. It features the rm3 grand ii keyboard action, f30 triple pedal unit, usb and midi connectivity, and a specially made software. Boasting unparalleled realism in the feel of the keyboard, impressive hardware and software. Open box kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller musicians. It features the rm3 grand ii keyboard action, f30 triple pedal unit, usb and midi connectivity, and a specially made software editor. Kawais new vpc1 is a controller designed specifically for highend software grand. Op, if you are willing to pay for the vpc1, maybe you should also take a look the kawai mp7. It looks like the kawai vpc1 has the best action out of any keyboard or midi controller.
Kawai to collaborate with garritan for them to record a skex in abbey road studios where they sampled the cfx in its full 120 gb beauty and then provide the whole unlooped. Open box kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller musicians friend. Always custommade in the usa, using a digitaldeckcovers dust cover is a great way to ensure your expensive equipment lasts a long time. Kawai vpc a virtual piano controller from a real piano. Download the latest software and os updates for you kawai digital piano, from ca97, ca67, mp7, mp11, cs7, cs11, and more. Kawai vpc1 we think that finally, the search is over. The professional midi controller that redefines the virtual piano playing experience. The 4cm less of the fp 7f or the models of almost any other brand than kawai can make all the difference here. The kawai vpc 1 virtual piano controller features unparalleled keyboard action. Our studio model i stands alone as a soft matte cobalt blue keyboard with pearl essence white logosan edgy unique look for your vpc1. If such a project was greenlighted, i expect a velocity curve editor similar to the vpc software would also be implemented.
The kawai vpc1 is considered by many to be the most realistic feeling pianoaction midi keyboard on the market. This unique product draws upon kawai s 85 years of knowledge and experience crafting the worlds finest acoustic and digital pianos to deliver the ultimate virtual piano experience for the home, studio, and stage. Kawai vpc a virtual piano controller from a real piano company. When connecting the vpc1 to a computer using a usb cable, the ac. Id also like to make some music, so some might recommend getting a keyboard with a bunch of knobs and whatnot, but software like ableton already has everything i need in that regard. This video helps you to decide which is best for you. Id also like to make some music, so some might recommend getting a keyboard with a bunch of knobs and whatnot, but software. Kawai vpc editor is an application that allows the user to configure various settings for the vpc1 virtual piano controller. The kawai vpc1 is a professional midi keyboard controller created for virtual piano.
Kawai vpc1 kawai vpc1 virtual piano controller kawai. While the vpc1 action is a little bit lighter than the rather heavy keys on my piano, they are equally as expressive, and just feel right. It costs a little less than the vpc1 and has a very useful set of controller features including pitch and mod wheels, though no percussion pads. Vpc1digital pianosproductskawai musical instruments. Kawai has worked with leading developers to create cus. Ultrarealistic grand piano touch to complete your virtual piano experience. Kawai and you as an individual or legal entity for the kawai usb midi driver and vpc editor software which includes computer software. Got the kawai vpc1 to use with finale on an imac as well as ivory 2 american concert d software which i also got from sweetwater. The professional midi controller developed for virtual piano players, featuring. The kawai vpc1 is a professional midi controller developed especially for use with virtual piano software. Keyboard plays the kawai vpc1 piano controller at namm 20. Jan 18, 2017 the vpc1 hass kawai s professional wooden graded hammer piano key action with simulated ivory grand piano keys allowing for a great keytop feel featuring a grand piano letoffescapement function, new 3sensor key electronics for authentic sound dynamics and sensitivity, high speed core compliant usbmidi connectivity, all housed in a very attractive satin black piano style top. The team at kawai has developed a professional midi keyboard controller for virtual piano players. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items.