Shigeru Kawai SK3 PE Black polished

Shigeru Kawai SK3 – Conservatory-class performance with exceptional musical versatility

The Shigeru Kawai SK3 represents a significant step up within the prestigious Shigeru Kawai series, offering an exceptional combination of concert-level performance, refined control and versatility. With its length of 188 cm, the SK3 is officially positioned as a “Conservatory Grand” within the range — designed for professional studios, conservatories, recital rooms and demanding pianists seeking greater tonal projection without moving up to a full semi-concert grand. Each SK3 is handcrafted by Kawai’s Master Piano Artisans in Ryuyo, Japan, following the same uncompromising philosophy as the flagship SK-EX. The result is an instrument where traditional craftsmanship, exclusive material selection and advanced piano technology come together in a grand piano of exceptional class.

Tone & projection – Greater scale, broader resonance, richer expression

Thanks to its larger 188 cm frame, the SK3 delivers noticeably more powerful and broader tonal projection than more compact salon grands, with an impressive balance of depth, warmth and clarity. Its custom-tapered premium solid spruce soundboard, naturally aged through the traditional Kigarashi process, forms the heart of its rich and complex tonal character. The bass gains depth and fullness, the midrange offers remarkable colour and vocal warmth, while the treble remains clear, transparent and elegant. Thanks to concert agraffes, front and rear duplex scaling, and the exclusive Konsei Katagi rim, the SK3 offers a remarkable combination of projection power and nuance — ideal for pianists who demand both strength and refinement.

Action & control – Professional precision for demanding pianists

The SK3 is equipped with Kawai’s advanced Millennium III Action with ABS-Carbon technology, designed for maximum speed, structural stability and exceptional precision. This high-performance action delivers remarkably consistent response, fast repetition and refined control across the entire keyboard. Its longer keys also provide additional control and a more even response. Combined with the exclusive Shiko Seion hammers — handcrafted without artificial hardeners — the SK3 offers an exceptionally wide dynamic range and highly nuanced tone shaping. The result is an instrument that feels not only more powerful, but also remarkably refined under the fingers.

Materials & artisanal construction – Shigeru Kawai excellence at conservatory level

Like every model in the Shigeru Kawai series, the SK3 is built without compromise. Its exclusive Konsei Katagi rim combines carefully selected premium hardwoods to optimize resonance and structural integrity. Its custom-tapered solid spruce soundboard, fully Neotex white and black keys, SOLID (Stretcher Over-Lap Integrated Design), hand-wound bass strings (Temaki), Dual Pivot Damper system, concert agraffes, reinforced hammer shanks and meticulously hand-finished components reflect an exceptional level of artisanal piano craftsmanship. Every detail contributes to an instrument designed for durability, refinement and maximum musical expression.

Who is it for? – The ideal choice for conservatories, professional studios and ambitious artists

The Shigeru Kawai SK3 is designed for professional pianists, conservatories, recital rooms, recording studios and advanced musicians seeking greater sound volume and broader musical projection than a traditional salon grand can offer. Thanks to its combination of professional scale, exceptional response and high-level artisanal finish, the SK3 is a particularly compelling choice for those seeking near-concert quality in a more versatile and space-efficient format than larger semi-concert models. Within its category, the SK3 ranks among the absolute finest grand pianos in the world.

Shigeru Kawai at Piano’s Maene – Decades of expertise, unmatched authority

Piano’s Maene was the very first official Kawai dealer in Europe and has built unique expertise around the brand since the 1960s. Today, we have grown into Europe’s largest Kawai dealer and proud premium dealer of the prestigious Shigeru Kawai collection. This exceptional historical partnership reflects not only our deep trust in Kawai’s quality, innovation and artistic vision, but also guarantees our clients access to an unparalleled selection, specialized guidance and decades of expertise. Choosing a Shigeru Kawai at Piano’s Maene means choosing a world-class instrument, supported by generations of piano passion.