Shigeru Kawai SK6 PE Black polished

Shigeru Kawai SK6 – Semi-Concert Grand with impressive stage power, artistic refinement and professional authority

The Shigeru Kawai SK6 represents a major step toward true concert-level performance within the prestigious Shigeru Kawai series and is officially positioned as a “Semi-Concert Grand.” At 214 cm in length, the SK6 offers an exceptional combination of monumental tonal projection, refined nuance and professional versatility. This model was designed for larger recital halls, conservatories, professional recording studios and demanding artists seeking an instrument that bridges the gap between a premium Chamber Grand and a full concert grand. Each SK6 is handcrafted by Kawai’s Master Piano Artisans in Ryuyo, Japan, following the same uncompromising philosophy as the SK-EX concert grand. The result is a master instrument where traditional Japanese craftsmanship, exclusive premium materials and advanced piano technology unite in a semi-concert grand of extraordinary class.

Tone & projection – Semi-concert scale, broader tonal architecture and commanding presence

Thanks to its expansive 214 cm frame, the SK6 delivers a significantly broader tonal architecture, deeper bass foundation and considerably greater projection than the SK5. Its custom-tapered premium solid spruce soundboard, naturally aged through the traditional Kigarashi process, forms the basis of a rich, complex and exceptionally resonant tonal universe. The bass develops greater authority, depth and harmonic richness, while the midrange remains broad, noble and vocal. The treble benefits from boxwood bridge caps, all-spruce beams, concert agraffes and front and rear duplex scaling, resulting in exceptional clarity, projection and tonal transmission. The SK6 therefore offers a remarkable combination of near-concert power and Shigeru Kawai’s signature refinement — ideal for pianists who demand both hall-filling projection and subtle tonal colour control.

Action & control – Professional concert response with absolute precision

The SK6 is equipped with Kawai’s advanced Millennium III Action with ABS-Carbon technology, engineered for exceptional speed, structural stability and absolute precision. Thanks to its longer keys, reinforced hammer shanks and ultra-consistent action geometry, the SK6 delivers a playing experience closely approaching that of larger concert instruments. Its exclusive handcrafted Shiko Seion hammers, made without artificial hardeners, provide an exceptionally broad dynamic range and refined tonal shaping. From the most delicate pianissimo passages to powerful fortissimo climaxes, the SK6 maintains maximum control, speed and expressive freedom — essential for professional performers and demanding repertoire.

Materials & artisanal construction – Semi-concert technology without compromise

Like every top-tier model in the Shigeru Kawai series, the SK6 is built according to an uncompromising design philosophy in which every detail serves musical superiority. Its exclusive Konsei Katagi Hybrid Inner Rim combines carefully selected premium hardwoods for maximum 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), all-spruce beams, boxwood bridge caps, V-Pro plate, Dual Pivot Damper system, concert agraffes and meticulously hand-finished components reflect an exceptional level of artisanal piano craftsmanship. Every element contributes to an instrument designed for durability, richness, precision and top-level professional reliability.

Who is it for? – The ideal choice for conservatories, recital halls and professional artists

The Shigeru Kawai SK6 is designed for professional pianists, larger recital halls, conservatories, recording studios and ambitious artists seeking a distinct step toward concert-level performance without immediately moving to the full scale of a 278 cm concert grand. Thanks to its combination of semi-concert projection, premium artisanal finish and exceptional mechanical control, the SK6 is a particularly compelling alternative for those seeking maximum musical versatility in a format that remains more flexible than a full concert grand. Within the premium semi-concert grand category, the SK6 stands among the absolute finest 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.