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Kawai Novus NV12 Hybrid Polished Ebony with Chrome fittings
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A flagship grand hybrid piano that pairs the real touch of a concert grand with Kawai’s pioneering PentaDrive soundboard technology
The Kawai Novus NV12 is the flagship model in the Novus series, engineered to bring true grand piano presence into a hybrid instrument. As the successor to the NV10S, the NV12 raises the Novus concept with a larger, grand-inspired cabinet, a three position topboard and an authentic grand piano music shelf all designed to enhance acoustic projection and playing ergonomics.
Playing feel is driven by Kawai’s Millennium III Hybrid grand action. With real wooden keys, extended spruce key sticks and ABS-Carbon components, the action reproduces the nuanced motion and resistance of a high quality acoustic grand. High precision optical sensors capture hammer movement for responsive dynamics, while the built in grand damper mechanism recreates genuine pedal weighting and half-pedal control for truly expressive pedalling. In short: the NV12 plays like a real grand.
Sound is where the NV12 makes its biggest step forward. The new PentaDrive soundboard system replaces conventional speaker drivers with five transducers mounted to a large wooden soundboard. The result is a speakerless, wood driven resonance that produces a deep, natural projection and immersive tonal spread much closer to an acoustic grand than typical digital instruments. That acoustic realism is paired with Kawai’s SK-EX Rendering engine, including the new SK-EX Competition Grand and the warm SK-EX Concert Grand, so pianists get both authentic touch and world-class grand tone. Optimised sampling and high-quality audio processing ensure clarity and dynamic range across the keyboard.
Modern performance and studio features make the NV12 equally at home in teaching, rehearsal and recording environments. An improved 5" anti-glare touchscreen with updated UI (and the option to turn the display off while playing) provides intuitive control. Virtual Piano Artisan offers deep sound shaping, from string and cabinet resonance to voicing and key level adjustments, while Bluetooth MIDI & Audio v5 and a USB-C port with built-in audio interface let you connect, record and stream with minimal fuss. App integration and high fidelity headphone output complete the toolkit for contemporary players.
Visually the NV12 commands attention: a deeper, curved rear cabinet, three position topboard, polished silver pedal rods and an adjustable grand style music shelf create a refined concert look while the open central column reduces bulk and brightens the instrument’s presence. The NV12 blends concert-grade artistry with the convenience and flexibility of digital piano technology.
Try the Novus NV12 at our Broughton Pianos showroom near Birmingham or call us to arrange a demonstration: 01562 731113.
Key features:
• Millennium III Hybrid grand action with real wooden keys and grand damper mechanism - authentic grand piano touch
• PentaDrive soundboard system with five transducers - speakerless, wood-driven resonance for natural projection
• SK-EX Rendering engine with SK-EX Competition Grand and SK-EX Concert Grand voices
• Improved sampling filter and premium audio hardware for clearer dynamic response
• 5" anti-glare touchscreen with updated UI and display-off option
• Virtual Piano Artisan for advanced voicing, resonance and pedal adjustments
• Bluetooth MIDI & Audio v5, USB-C with built-in audio interface and power delivery
• Deeper, grand-style cabinet with curved rear body, three position topboard and adjustable grand music shelf
• Dimensions (music rest flat): 1510 mm (W) × 870 mm (D) × 1025 mm (H)
• Height with music rest raised/topboard open: up to 1235 mm (H)
• Weight: 173 kg
This product is sold in the name and on behalf of Kawai UK Ltd. whose Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy will apply.
Specifcations and Terms
| Model | NV12 |
| Height (cm) | 103 |
| Width (cm) | 152 |
| Depth (cm) | 87 |
| Weight (kg) | 173.0 |
| Number of Keys | 88 |
| Number of Pedals | 3: Grand Feel Pedal System, Damper (with half-pedal support), Soft, Sostenuto |
| Display | 5” LCD touchscreen (480 x 800 pixels) Anti-Glare Screen |
| Number of Voices | 96, Pianos: Shigeru Kawai EX Competition Grand and Shigeru Kawai EX Concert Grand with 5 Rendering Characters each as well as Kawai EX Concert Grand, SK-5 Grand and K60 Upright Piano |
| Note Polyphony | 256 |
| Recorder | USB Memory: MP3/WAV Record and Playback; Internal: MIDI 10 Songs, 2 Tracks – max. 90,000 Notes |
| USB Functionality | Recording Format, Recording Level, Formatting USB Memory; USB to Host (USB-C), USB audio interface (44 kHz/16 bit), USB to Device (USB-A), USB for Update (USB-A), USB-MIDI, USB Charging |
| MIDI in/out | USB Midi to Host and Bluetooth Midi Yes |
| Speakers | PentaDrive Soundboard System with 5 transducers - no speakers (130W) |
| Lesson Function | 578 Songs from Alfred, Burgmüller, Czerny, Beyer, Bach, and Chopin lesson books; 140 Finger Exercises |
| Virtual Technician | Yes |
| Four Hand Mode | Yes |
| Headphone Jacks | Headphones x 2 (1/4”, 1/8”) |
| Key Surface | Acrylic/Phenol |
Please call us on 01562 731113 to discuss the variety of finance options available.
Alternatively please email shop@broughtonpianos.co.uk
Delivery & Shipping
Acoustic Piano Delivery & Installation (Upright and Grand Pianos)*
All acoustic pianos delivered to a ground floor location are delivered and installed free of charge within mainland UK (excluding Northern Ireland).
*If the delivery involves steps, stairs, or restricted access, please see the Upstairs Delivery / Restricted Access section below or contact our sales team in advance so we can discuss the access arrangements.
Digital Piano Delivery
Standard digital piano deliveries are made on weekdays between 8am and 6pm.
Digital Pianos – Within 50 Miles of the Showroom
- FREE delivery for digital pianos and digital piano bundles.
- £149 Premium Digital Delivery is also available, including timed delivery, full assembly in a room of your choice, and removal of all packaging.
Digital Pianos – Over 50 Miles from the Showroom
- Standard Digital Piano Delivery: £49 for standard single-box digital pianos, where applicable.
- Digital Piano Bundle Delivery: £95 for multi-box digital piano bundles. These may include the digital piano, dedicated stand and pedal unit and are typically supplied in three or more separate boxes. This service does not include assembly.
- Premium Digital Delivery: £149 within a 120-mile radius of the showroom. This includes timed delivery, full assembly in a room of your choice, and removal of all packaging.
For digital piano deliveries beyond 120 miles from the showroom, please contact us before ordering so we can confirm the available delivery options and any additional charges.
Digital Piano Home Assembly
Digital pianos and digital piano bundles purchased without the Premium Digital Delivery Service will arrive flat-packed and require self-assembly. Assembly typically takes around one hour, and two people are recommended. Full instructions are included in the packaging.
Accessory Delivery
- When bundled with an acoustic or digital piano, accessories (including piano stools) are delivered free of charge.
- When ordered individually, delivery charges are calculated at checkout.
Upstairs Delivery / Restricted Access
If your piano needs to be delivered upstairs or access is otherwise restricted, we will require photos and measurements emailed to shop@broughtonpianos.co.uk. This allows us to assess the delivery requirements and provide a quotation if necessary. In some local cases, we may arrange to visit the property to check access before confirming delivery.
Rental Piano Delivery
Delivery and collection charges apply for rental pianos and are calculated based on location, access requirements, and the type of instrument. Please contact our team for a quotation.
General Delivery Notes
- Please let us know if you are a resident in the Republic of Ireland — we make regular trips and would be happy to provide a quotation.
- Delivery times are subject to availability and may vary depending on location and delivery requirements.
- We reserve the right to charge for delays or cancelled delivery where costs have been incurred.
- Customers are responsible for providing accurate information about access, parking, stairs, steps and any other relevant delivery restrictions before delivery is arranged.
- Broughton Pianos Ltd shall not be liable for any personal injury, loss, or damage to the customer or any third party during the transportation or handling of the instrument.
Delivery Enquiries
If you have any questions regarding delivery options, or would like to upgrade to a different delivery service, please contact us on 01562 731113 or email shop@broughtonpianos.co.uk.
Returns
Here at Broughton Pianos every instrument is checked by our fully qualified piano technicians before leaving for delivery, this ensures all of customers are 100% satisfied. In the unlikely event of an item being faulty or not suiting the acoustics of room its being kept in we will assess the situation in a neutral manner and reach an agreement to suit all. Broughton Pianos does not accept any returns for unfaulty goods after the statutory period. We use the discretion of our professional piano technicians to determine if an instrument is faulty. If a change of mind occurs we do our best to find an alternative instrument.