The Kawai K-500 is a studio-grade upright piano that delivers powerful tone, superb touch, and refined design. Standing at 130 cm tall, the K-500 produces a depth of sound and dynamic range that rivals smaller grand pianos — while maintaining the space-saving form of an upright.

Equipped with Kawai’s advanced Millennium III Upright Action with ABS-Carbon components, solid spruce tapered soundboard, and extended key length, the K-500 ensures long-lasting durability, consistent performance, and expressive control. Perfect for advanced students, teachers, and professional musicians, the K-500 is an exceptional upright piano for homes, schools, and studios.

Key Specifications — Kawai K-500

Size & Weight

Height: 130 cm
Width: 150 cm
Depth: 62 cm
Weight: 238 kg

Keyboard / Action

Millennium III Upright Action with ABS-Carbon composite parts
Extended key length for improved balance and control
NEOTEX ivory-touch key surfaces

Sound

Solid spruce tapered soundboard
Mahogany core, double-felted, T-stapled hammers
Partial duplex scale for rich treble resonance

Construction & Durability

5 back posts for strength and tuning stability
Die-cast aluminum action brackets
Steel-reinforced keyslip and keybed
Soft-Fall fallboard (slow-close key cover)

Pedals & Features

3 pedals: Damper, Muffler (practice), Soft
Double brass casters for easy movement

Finishes

Polished Ebony (standard)
Other finishes available by special order

Kawai K-500 130cm Professional Upright Piano