Kawai MP6 User manual

Part Names and Functions
Basic Operations
SW Button
EFX/REVERB Buttons
MENU Buttons
Control Knobs
Song Recorder (Internal Memory)
Audio Recorder (USB Memory)
USB Button
Reference Information
MIDI Implementation
STORE Button
SYSTEM Button
Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing this KAWAI stage piano.
This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and
operation of the MP6.
Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.

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Welcome to the MP6
Thank you for purchasing the KAWAI MP6. The MP6 Stage Piano features 256
Internal Sounds of the highest quality. The MP6 can also be used as a MIDI master
controller. On stage, at home, or in the studio, the MP6 has been designed to
oer quick and easy access to many sophisticated features.
Overview of Features
ACOUSTIC PIANO TOUCH
The MP6's Responsive Hammer action features a realistic weight-graded
keyboard with Ivory Touch surfaces and authentic Let-omechanism to satisfy
the expectation of even the most discerning pianist.
4 ASSIGNABLE ZONES
The MP6 keyboard can be divided into 4 zones, with each zone able to play
internal sounds, external MIDI devices, or both types simultaneously. Zones can
be played individually, or freely split, layered and velocity switched to create
stunning personalized performances.
256 INTERNAL SOUNDS, 256 SETUPS
The MP6 oers not only acoustic and electric piano sounds, but also other
sounds such as organ, brass, pads, and so on. All the settings for these sounds
together with the settings to control external devices can be stored into 256
setups. User setups and sounds can also be saved to USB memory using the USB
to Device connection.
REVERB AND EFFECTS
The MP6 oers 7 high quality REVERB types, and 23 dierent EFFECT types to
improve acoustical realism and enhance tonal quality.
The MP6 is also equipped with an Amp Simulator which reproduces the sound,
response, and overdrive characteristics of a typical amp/speaker combination
used with electronic keyboards.
RECORDER AND USB CONNECTIVITY
The MP6’s internal recorder allows up to 10 dierent songs to be recorded,
stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. The MP6 is
also equipped with both USB to Host and USB to Device connectors.
The USB to Host connector allows MIDI data to be sent and received to and from
a computer, while the USB to Device connector allows sound, setup, and song
data to be conveniently stored on a USB memory device. SMF songs and MP3 or
WAV audio can also be recorded and played back directly from the instrument.

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Important Safety Instructions
denotes that care should be taken.
The example instructs the user to take care not to allow ngers to be trapped.
denotes a prohibited operation.
The example instructs that disassembly of the product is prohibited.
denotes an operation that should be carried out.
The example instructs the user to remove the power cord plug from the AC outlet.
Examples of Picture Symbols
Read all the instructions before using the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lighting ash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that may
be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the leterature
accompanying the product.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or
serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly.
Do not insert or disconnect the power
cord plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualied electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product - if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
When using electrical products, the following basic precautions should always be followed:
The product should be connected to
an AC outlet of the specied voltage.
If you are going to use an AC power cord,
make sure that its has the correct plug shape
and conforms to the specied power voltage.
Failure to do so may result in re.
120V 240V230V
The product is not completely disconnected from the
power supply even when the power switch is turned
o. If the product will not be used for a long time,
unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
Failure to do so may cause re in case of
lightning.
Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in re.
When disconnecting the AC power cord's
plug, always hold the plug
and pull it to remove it.
Pulling the AC power cord itself may damage
the cord, causing a re, electric shock or
short-circuit.
When using the headphones, do not
listen for long periods of
time at high volume levels.
Doing so may result in hearing problems.
It is good practice to place the instrument near the AC outlet and the power cord plug in a position so that it
can readily be disconnected in an emergency because electricity is always charging while the plug is in the
AC outlet even in a power switch ocondition.
Do not disassemble, repair or modify
the product.
Doing so may result in product breakdown,
electric shock or short-circuit.
Ensure that this product is connected to a socket with a protective earth connection.
Entry of water, needles or hair pins may result
in breakdown or short-circuit.
The product shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. No objects lled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the product.
Take care not to allow any foreign
matter to enter the product.

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Doing so may cause the product to become
deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown
or injury.
Do not stand on the product or exert
excessive force.
Doing so may result in discoloration or
deformation of the product.
When cleaning the product, put a soft cloth in
lukewarm water, squeeze it well, then wipe the
product.
Do not wipe the product with benzene
or thinner.
Failure to do so may damage them, resulting in
re, electric shock or short-circuit.
When connecting the AC power cord
and other cords, take care
not to get them tangled.
Doing so may cause the product to generate
noise.
If the product generates noise, move the
product suciently away from the electrical
appliance or connect it to another AC outlet.
Do not place the product near electrical
appliances such as TVs and radios.
Please lift up the product when moving it.
Please note that the product is heavy and must
be carried by more than two persons.
Dropping the product may result in breakdown.
Do not drag the product on the oor.
Take care not to drop the product.
Doing so may cause the illumination to fall over,
resulting in re.
Do not place naked ame, such as lighted
candles on the product.
CAUTION Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or
damage to the product or other property if the product
is handled incorrectly.
Using the product in such areas may result in
product breakdown.
Use the product only in moderate climates (not
in tropical climates).
Do not use the product in the following areas.
Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is
exposed to direct sunlight
Extremely hot areas, such as near a heater
Extremely cold areas, such as outside
Extremely humid areas
Areas where a large amount of sand or dust is present
Areas where the product is exposed to excessive
vibrations
Failure to do so may cause breakdown of this
product and other devices.
Before connecting cords, make sure
that the power to this product
and other devices is turned
OFF.
OFF
The product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Ensure a
minimum distance of 5cm around the product for sucient ventilation.
Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in re.
Ensure that the ventilation is not
impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspaper,
table-cloths, curtains, etc.

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•The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
•Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product.
•The product has been exposed to rain.
•The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
•The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
&)
Should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power OFF, disconnect the power cord plug, and then contact
the shop from which the product was purchased.
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#%(')&The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
•GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH
•BLUE: NEUTRAL
•BROWN: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
•The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
•The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
•The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
-/-
If your product is marked with this recycling symbol it means that, at the end of its life, you must dispose of it separately
by taking it to an appropriate collection point. You should not mix it with general household waste. Disposing of this
product correctly will prevent potential negative eects on the environment and human health which could otherwise
arise due to inappropriate waste handling. For further details, please contact your local authority. (European Union only)
)#-).
This instrument complies with the limits for a class B digital apparatus, pursuant to the Radio Interference Regulations, C.R.C., c.1374.
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+#'& Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
&' This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment oand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This applies only to products distributed by Kawai America Corporation.
Declaration of Conformity
Products:
Model Number:
Responsible Party Name:
Address:
Telephone:
Electronic Piano
MP6
Kawai America Corporation
2055 East University Drive, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220
310-631-1771
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Table of Contents
Welcome to the MP6 .....................................................3
Important Safety Instructions .................................4
1. Part Names and Functions..........................10
1.1 FRONT PANEL .................................................................................... 10
1.2 HEADPHONE JACK..........................................................................12
1.3 REAR PANEL.........................................................................................13
2. Basic Operations.............................................15
2.1 Getting Ready....................................................................................15
2.2 Selecting a Sound ......................................................................... 16
2.3 Layer.........................................................................................................17
2.4 Split ...........................................................................................................17
2.5 Piano Only........................................................................................... 18
2.6 Metronome/Drum Rhythms.................................................. 18
2.7 Transpose..............................................................................................19
2.8 Using the MP6 as a MIDI controller....................................19
2.9 Selecting a SETUP.......................................................................... 21
3. SW Button.........................................................22
3.1 Panel Lock............................................................................................ 22
3.2 Touch Curve....................................................................................... 22
3.3 Rotary Slow/Fast............................................................................. 23
3.4 EQ Bypass On/O...........................................................................23
3.5 Wheel Lock ........................................................................................ 24
3.6 Foot Switch Lock ............................................................................ 24
3.7 Expression Pedal Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 5
3.8 Amp SimulatorOn/O(ZONE1 only)...............................25
4. EFX/REVERB Buttons.....................................26
4.1 EFX............................................................................................................. 26
4.2 REVERB................................................................................................... 27
5. Control Knobs..................................................28
5.1 EFFECT.................................................................................................... 28
5.2 EQ (EQUALIZER). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 0
5.3 TONE MODIFY .................................................................................. 31
5.4 ASSIGN................................................................................................... 32
5.4.1 Amp Simulator parameter ............................................. 32
5.4.2 MIDI CC# (Control Change) ........................................... 32
6. MENU Buttons.................................................34
6.1 Editing Procedure and Parameters................................... 35
6.2 Edit Parameters............................................................................... 35
6.2.1 Zone Mode.............................................................................. 35
6.2.2 Sound (Int only).................................................................... 35
6.2.3 Damper Resonance (Int Piano only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 6
6.2.4 String Resonance (Int Piano only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 6
6.2.5 Key-oEect (Int Piano only). .. ..... ..... .. ..... .. ..... ..... .. .... 36
6.2.6 Voicing (Int Piano only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 6
6.2.7 KeyONoise (Int EP only)............................................... 37
6.2.8 KeyODelay (Int EP only)............................................... 37
6.2.9 Tone Wheel Registration
(ZONE1 Int Tone Wheel only) .................................... 37
6.2.10 Tone Wheel Percussion
(ZONE1 Int Tone Wheel only)................................... 37
6.2.11 Tone Wheel Percussion Level
(ZONE1 Int Tone Wheel only)................................... 37
6.2.12 Tone Wheel Percussion Decay
(ZONE1 Int Tone Wheel only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8
6.2.13 Tone Wheel Percussion Harmonics
(ZONE1 Int Tone Wheel only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8
6.2.14 Tone Wheel Key Click Level
(ZONE1 Int Tone Wheel only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8
6.2.15 EFX Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8
6.2.16 EFX parameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8
6.2.17 Amp Simulator On/O(ZONE1 Int only) ............ 38
6.2.18 Amp Simulator Drive (ZONE1 Int only) ................ 39
6.2.19 Amp Simulator Level (ZONE1 Int only) ................ 39
6.2.20 Amp Simulator EQ Hi/Lo (ZONE1 Int only) ....... 39
6.2.21 Trs Ch (Ext only) ................................................................. 39
6.2.22 Trs PRG# (Ext only)........................................................... 39
6.2.23 Bank MSB/LSB (Ext only)..............................................40
6.2.24 Keyboard On/O(Ext only)........................................40
6.2.25 Velocity Dynamics...........................................................40
6.2.26 Solo ...........................................................................................40
6.2.27 Solo Mode............................................................................. 41
6.2.28 Damper................................................................................... 41
6.2.29 Foot Switch .......................................................................... 41
6.2.30 Expression Pedal............................................................... 41
6.2.31 Modulation........................................................................... 41
6.2.32 Bender..................................................................................... 42
6.2.33 Bender Range..................................................................... 42
6.2.34 Key Range Hi/Lo................................................................ 42
6.2.35 Velocity Switch................................................................... 43
6.2.36 Velocity Switch Value..................................................... 43
6.2.37 Zone Transpose .................................................................44
6.2.38 Volume....................................................................................44
6.2.39 Pan.............................................................................................44
6.2.40 Fine Tune...............................................................................44
6.3 Common Parameters.................................................................. 45
6.3.1 Stretch Tuning........................................................................ 45
6.3.2 Temperament........................................................................ 45
6.3.3 Key of Temperament.........................................................46
6.3.4 User Tuning.............................................................................46
6.3.5 Foot SW CC# (Control Change)...................................46
6.3.6 EXP CC# (Control Change).............................................46
6.3.7 Modulation Wheel CC# (Control Change)........... 47
6.3.8 Left Pedal Mode................................................................... 47
6.3.9 Master Volume...................................................................... 47
7. Song Recorder (Internal Memory)........................48
7.1 Recording a song............................................................................48
7.1.1 Enter ing s on g recorder mo de ......................................48
7.1. 2 Star ting th e so ng re corder .............................................48
7.1. 3 Stop pin g th e song record er ..........................................48

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7.2 Playing back a song...................................................................... 49
7.2.1 Enter ing s on g play mo de ............................................... 49
7.2. 2 Star ting th e so ng play back ........................................... 49
7.2. 3 A- B Rep eat ............................................................................... 49
7.2.4 E xitin g so ng p lay mo de................................................... 49
7.3 Erasing a song................................................................................... 50
7.3.1 Enterin g er ase m ode.......................................................... 50
7.3. 2 Erasing a s on g........................................................................ 50
8. Audio Recorder (USB Memory)...........................51
8.1 Recording an audio le.............................................................. 51
8.1.1 Entering audio recorder mode.................................... 51
8.1.2 Starting the audio recorder........................................... 51
8.1.3 Stopping the audio recorder........................................ 51
8.2 Playing an audio le..................................................................... 52
8.2.1 Entering audio playback mode.................................. 52
8.2.2 Selecting an audio le ..................................................... 52
8.2.3 Starting audio le playback.......................................... 52
8.2.4 Exiting audio recorder mode....................................... 52
9. STORE Button ..................................................53
9.1 Storing the settings as a SOUND......................................... 53
9.2 Storing the settings as a SETUP...........................................54
9.3 Storing the POWER ON setting............................................ 55
10. SYSTEM Button .............................................56
10.1 System Menu ..................................................................................56
10.2 System Parameters .................................................................... 56
10.2.1 System Channel .............................................................. 56
10.2.2 Touch..................................................................................... 57
10.2.3 System Tuning ................................................................. 58
10.2.4 Volume Slider Action...................................................58
10.2.5 Reverb Oset....................................................................58
10.2.6 EQ Oset On/O............................................................ 58
10.2.7 EQ Oset .............................................................................58
10.2.8 Local Control .................................................................... 59
10.2.9 Program Change Mode ............................................. 59
10.2.10 MIDI Receive Mode .................................................... 59
10.2.11 MIDI Receive Channel ...............................................60
10.2.12 MIDI Transmit SETUP Mode...................................60
10.2.13 MIDI Transmit Program Change .........................60
10.2.14 MIDI Transmit Bank.....................................................60
10.2.15 MIDI Transmit Volume ...............................................61
10.2.16 MIDI Transmit Control Change.............................61
10.2.17 MIDI Transmit Recorder ............................................61
10.2.18 MMC On/O................................................................... 62
10.2.19 MMC Assign .................................................................... 62
10.2.20 MMC Device ID............................................................. 62
10.2.21 LCD Contrast .................................................................. 62
10.2.22 LED Brightness.............................................................. 63
10.2.23 Out Mode ........................................................................ 63
10.2.24 Foot Switch Mode .....................................................63
10.2.25 Wheel Mode ..................................................................64
10.3 System Reset................................................................................... 65
10.3.1 Reset One SOUND/SETUP ........................................ 65
10.3.2 Reset All ............................................................................... 65
11. USB Button......................................................66
11.1 Load .......................................................................................................66
11.1.1 S el ec t in g Lo a d ..................................................................66
11.1.2a Loading SETUP data ................................................... 67
11.1. 2b Lo ad in g SOU ND da ta ................................................ 67
11.1. 2c L oa din g SY ST E M dat a ................................................ 67
11.1. 2d L oa din g SM F dat a ........................................................68
11.2 Save........................................................................................................68
11. 2 .1 S el ec t in g Sav e ..................................................................68
11. 2 . 2a S av in g SE T UP da ta ...................................................... 69
11. 2 . 2b S av ing S OU ND d at a ................................................... 69
11. 2 . 2c S av in g SY ST E M dat a ................................................... 69
11. 2 . 2d S avi ng SM F dat a ........................................................... 70
11.3 Rename............................................................................................... 70
11. 3 .1 S ele c t ing Ren am e .......................................................... 70
11. 3 .2 a Re nam in g SE TU P dat a .............................................. 71
11. 3 .2 b Ren am ing S OU ND da ta ........................................... 71
11. 3 .2c R ena min g SY ST E M dat a........................................... 71
11. 3 .2d R ena min g SO NG d ata .............................................. 72
11.4 Delete................................................................................................... 72
11. 4.1 S ele c t ing D e lete .............................................................. 72
11. 4. 2 a De le tin g SE T UP d ata .................................................. 73
11.4.2b Deleting SOUND data .............................................. 73
11.4.2c Deleting SYSTEM data ..............................................73
11.4.2d Deleting SONG data ...................................................74
11.5 Format...................................................................................................74
11. 5.1 Se le c t ing F or mat ..............................................................74
11. 5. 2 St ar t in g the F orm at ........................................................74
12. Reference Information ...............................75
12.1 MIDI IN ................................................................................................. 75
12.2 SETUP Program Number Table ......................................... 75
12.3 SOUND Program Number List ........................................... 76
12.4 Drum Rhythm List....................................................................... 82
12.5 USB MIDI (USB to Host)............................................................83
12.6 Specications.................................................................................84
13. MIDI Implementation .................................85
13.1 Recognized Data..........................................................................86
13.1.1 Channel Voice message................................................. 86
13.1.2 Channel Mode Message ............................................... 89
13.1.3 System Real time Message .......................................... 89
13.2 Transmitted Data......................................................................... 89
13.2.1 Channel Voice Message ................................................ 89
13.2.2 Channel Mode Message .............................................. 92
13.2.3 System Real time Message ......................................... 92
13.3 Exclusive Data................................................................................ 92
13.3.1 Universal Real time Exclusive Message ............... 92
13.4 Control Change Number (CC#) Table............................ 93
MIDI Implementation Chart ...........................................................94

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1. Part Names and Functions
1. Part Names and Functions
1.1 FRONT PANEL
FADER SECTION
1. VOLUME Fader
The VOLUME fader controls the master volume level of the MP6.
2. ZONE SELECT buttons
The ZONE SELECT buttons are used to select one of the four zones for editing. Only one
zone can be selected at a time. The front panel setting represents the current zone status.
3. ON/OFF buttons
The ON/OFF buttons are used to turn zones ON/OFF. When the button is lit, the zone is
active. Normally the button color is red, but when a zone is not using the full keyboard
range the color will be green to indicate it.
4. FADERS (zone volume level control)
Each fader controls the volume level of a designated zone. When multiple zones are
active, these faders can be used as an audio mixer.
CONTROL KNOBS SECTION
The four CONTROL KNOBS are multi-function real time controllers. The dierent functions
can be selected using the four buttons to the left side of the CONTROL KNOBS. When a
function is active, its button is lit. Touching any of these knobs will instantly change the
display to the current knob function and value.
5. EFFECT button
When this button is lit, the CONTROL KNOBS will adjust the REVERB time, REVERB depth,
EFX rate and EFX depth.
6. EQ button
When this button is lit, the CONTROL KNOBS will adjust the 3-band graphic equalizer.
7. TONE MODIFY button
When this button is lit, the CONTROL KNOBS will adjust the CUTOFF, ATTACK, DECAY and
RELEASE Levels for the selected zone.
8.ASSIGN button
When the Amp Simulator is ON : The CONTROL KNOBS adjust the Amp Simulator settings.
When the Amp Simulator is OFF : The CONTROL KNOBS adjust MIDI control changes that
are sent from the MP6 to an external MIDI device specied by the selected zone. Some
control changes can also be used with the internal sounds.
WHEEL CONTROLLERS
9. PITCH BEND
This control wheel smoothly bends the pitch Up or Down from its current value.
10. MODULATION
This control wheel controls the modulation (vibrato) depth. Moving the wheel forward
increases the vibrato depth.
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EFFECT BUTTONS
11. SW button
This button turns the assigned function ON or OFF. Many dierent functions can be
assigned to this switch for your convenience.
When in edit mode, pressing the SW button will exit from edit mode.
12. EFX button
This button turns the EFX ON or OFF for the selected zone.
13. REVERB button
This button turns the REVERB ON or OFF for the selected zone.
To change the function or type assigned to the above buttons, press and hold the
desired button to display the currently selected function or type, then use the VALUE
buttons to change it.
MENU BUTTONS
14. MENU buttons
The MENU buttons are used to enter the edit mode and scroll through all the various
parameters of the MP6. To change a parameter value, use the VALUE buttons.
DISPLAY
15. DISPLAY
VALUE BUTTONS
16. VALUE buttons
The VALUE buttons are used to change the value of the current parameter as indicated
on the DISPLAY.
SOUND SELECTION & SETUP SELECTION
17. SOUND button
The SOUND button switches the MP6 to the SOUND mode. The SOUND SELECT buttons
will now select any of the 256 internal sounds.
18. SETUP button
The SETUP button switches the MP6 to the SETUP mode. The SOUND SELECT buttons
will now select any of the 256 SETUPs.
19. SOUND SELECT buttons
The SOUND SELECT buttons are organized in two rows of eight buttons and one row of
four ones. In SOUND mode the upper row of buttons is used to select a sound category
and the second & third rows of buttons is used to select the dierent internal sounds within
each category. In SETUP mode the upper row of buttons is used to select a bank and the
second & third rows of buttons is used to select the dierent SETUPs within each bank.
RECORDER SECTION
20. RECORDER CONTROL buttons
The RECORDER CONTROL buttons are used for Rec/Play functionality in Recorder Mode.
When Recorder Mode is not in use, the RECORDER CONTROL buttons can be used to
send MMC messages to external MIDI devices.
21. RECORDER button
The RECORDER button is used to access the Internal Song and USB Audio recorder
functions.
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OTHERS
22. METRONOME button
The METRONOME button is used to start or stop the metronome.
23. TRANSPOSE button
The TRANSPOSE button is used to turn the TRANSPOSE function ON/OFF.
24. STORE button
The STORE button is used to store the settings of the MP6.
25. SYSTEM button
The SYSTEM button is used to set the system parameters of the MP6.
26. USB button
The USB button is used to access the MP6’s USB functions: Load, Save, Rename, Delete,
and Format.
1.2 HEADPHONE JACK
The headphone jack is located in front at the left end of the key slip.
Use a headphone with a standard stereo 1/4 inch phone jack.

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1.3 REAR PANEL
1. POWER SWITCH
Turns the MP6 ON or OFF.
2. POWER RECEPTACLE
Connect the power cable, which is included in the MP6 package, to this receptacle.
3. MIDI JACKS
These jacks are used to connect the MP6 with external MIDI devices such as a MIDI sound
module or a MIDI sequencer.
4. USB to Host PORT
This jack is used to connect the MP6 with a personal computer. See page 83 for details.
5. FOOT CONTROLLERS
EXP JACK
An expression pedal can be connected to this jack.
The expression pedal can be assigned to dierent MIDI control numbers or functions in
the Menu.
DAMPER JACK
This jack is used to connect the Foot Pedal included with the MP6 (KAWAI F-10H).
6. FOOT SWITCH
A momentary footswitch can be connected to this jack (EX: KAWAI F-1 or F-20). The
FootSwitch can be assigned to dierent MIDI control numbers or functions in the Menu.
When using the KAWAI F-20. The right pedal works as a Foot Switch, and the left pedal
works as a Soft pedal. When the Rotary EFX is in use, the Soft pedal changes between
Fast & Slow Rotor speeds.
7. OUTPUTS
R, L/MONO OUTPUTS
The R, L/MONO outputs are used to connect the MP6 to a musical instrument amplier
using standard 1/4 inch phone jacks. The R, L/MONO outputs can also be used to connect
the MP6 to a PA system or recording console.
8. USB TO DEVICE PORT
This port allows a USB memory device to be connected to the MP6.

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2. Basic Operations
2. Basic Operations
2.1 Getting Ready
Since the MP6 has no built-in speakers, you will need to connect a mixer,
keyboard amplier or headphones in order to listen.
Turn the MP6 on, using the POWER SWITCH on the rear panel.
It is recommended to turn the MP6 on before turning on any ampliers in order
to avoid switching noise.
What you need to know before starting:
Please read this part for a better understanding of the MP6 structure.
The MP6’s SOUND and SETUP modes are largely the same. The main dierence
between the two is that SETUP is used to recall stored SETUPs. Edits and changes
can be made freely in either mode, using the 4 faders, 4 knobs and MENU
functions, however edits made in SOUND mode will be lost when the power is
turned OFF and must therefore be stored in SETUP mode.
In order to start from scratch, use the SOUND mode and press PIANO ONLY
rst.
In order to modify a SETUP, select the desired SETUP, perform any edits, and
store the changes as a SETUP.
If selected sounds do not sound correct, it is possible that parameters (knobs
etc.) were edited. To restore sounds to their default setting, use the PIANO ONLY
function, then re-select the desired sound.

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2.2 Selecting a Sound
The MP6 always starts up in SOUND mode when the power is turned ON. The
SOUND button will be lit to indicate SOUND mode is active.
Operation 1
Select the sound category by pressing a sound select button in the top row.
There are 3 rows of sound select buttons, the top row is for selecting a sound
category and the second and third rows are for selecting a variation.
For example, to select "60’s EP2", rst press the E.PIANO in the top row and the
rst sound in the E.PIANO category "Classic EP"is recalled. (If any other variation
was selected before, the last selected sound is recalled as long as the power is
on.)
Operation 2
Select the rst variation by pressing a sound select button in the second row.
Press one of the 1-8 buttons in the second row. If you press 3, the variation 3
"60’s EP"is recalled. (If any other variation was selected before, the last selected
sound is recalled as long as the power is on.)
Operation 3
Select the second variation by pressing a sound select button in the third row.
Press one of the A-D buttons in the third row. If you press B, a variation sound
"60’s EP2"is recalled.
Select the variations with the sound select buttons in the second and third
rows.
The display shows the currently selected sound name.
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Note:
Internal sounds or Setups can be also selected using the VALUE buttons.
You should also listen to the preprogrammed Setups.
Setups are organized in 8 Banks with 32 Numbers each (total 256 Setups).
Press the SETUP button to change to SETUP mode and select a Setup by pressing
one of the Bank buttons in the upper row followed by a Number button in the
second and third row.
The display shows the currently selected Setup name.
In Sound mode, the “1” in the display indicates that the zone 1 is currently
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2.3 Layer
Let’s try layering another sound. Turn the zone 2 on by pressing the ZONE ON/
OFF button for zone 2. The ZONE SELECT button for zone 2 is automatically
selected and the display shows the sound name for zone 2.
Select the sound for zone 2 with the SOUND SELECT buttons as shown in the
previous section.
2String Pad
Adjust the volume balance of zone 1 and 2 with the faders for each zone.
2.4 Split
Now let’s split the keyboard and play dierent sounds in upper and lower
sections.
Press and hold the ZONE SELECT button for zone 1. The display shows the key
range for zone 1 as follows.
1Key IA-1 >C7
RangeEA-1 >C7
While still holding down the ZONE SELECT button for zone 1, press the lowest
note on the keyboard. The display changes as follows.
1KeyRange(Both)
= A-1 > ----
While still holding down the ZONE SELECT button for zone 1, select the highest
note for zone 1, for example, B2 by pressing B2 key on the keyboard.
1KeyRange(Both)
= A-1 > B2
Repeat the same procedure for zone 2 while holding down the ZONE SELECT
button for zone 2 and set the key range from C3 to C7.
2Key IC3>C7
RangeEC 3> Cc7
Now the keyboard is split as follows.
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In this method, the key ranges for internal and external zones always change
together. If you want individual settings, use the Key Range Hi/Lo parameter in
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2.5 Piano Only
The Piano Only function lets you quickly return the MP6 sounds to the default
settings.
Press the PIANO button and the SOUND SELECT button 1 simultaneously. All the
current settings (except for SYSTEM settings) will go back to original and only
Concert Grand sound can be played on the whole keyboard.
NOTE: You may use this function also as a kind of Panic or Reset button. Also it is a
good starting point to create Setups from scratch.
2.6 Metronome/Drum Rhythms
The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano
at a consistent tempo. In addition to regular metronome beats, the MP6 also
features a variety of drum rhythms to accompany most musical genres.
Press the METRONOME button to start the metronome.
A 1/4 beat will start to count and the LED indicators for the STORE and SYSTEM
buttons will ash in time with the sound.
The time signature and tempo will also be shown in the LCD display.
Press the VALUE buttons to increase or decrease the tempo.
* The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 30-300 bpm (60-
600 bpm for eighth note rhythms).
Press the MENU buttons to show the metronome time signature/pattern or
metronome volume screens in the LCD display.
Changing the Metronome time signature/drum rhythm
When ‘Pattern’ is shown in the LCD display:
Press the VALUE buttons to selected the desired time signature/drum rhythm.
* There are ten dierent types of time signature available:
1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, and 12/8.
* Please refer to page 82 of this owner’s manual for a full list of available drum rhythms.
Changing the Metronome volume
When ‘Metro Volume’ is shown in the LCD display:
Press the VALUE buttons to increase or decrease the metronome volume.
* The metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 0-10.
Press the EXIT button to return to the previous screen.
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2.7 Transpose
When the Transpose function is “ON” the MP6’s key can be raised or lowered
in half steps. The available range of transposition is 24 semitones, either up or
down.
While holding down the TRANSPOSE button, press any key on the MP6 keyboard
to select a new transposed key. Pressing the F key above middle C for example
will transpose the MP6 UP to the key of F (+5 half steps).
The transpose amount can also be set using the VALUE buttons.
While holding the TRANSPOSE button down, press the VALUE buttons to change
the transpose amount.
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The display shows the current TRANSPOSE amount when the TRANSPOSE
button is held down. A value of “0” indicates no transposition.
MASTER TRANS
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2.8 Using the MP6 as a MIDI controller
The MP6 can control external devices via MIDI.
MIDI Connection
Connect the MIDI OUT on the MP6 to the MIDI IN on an external MIDI device
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Selecting the MIDI Channel
The MIDI Transmit Channel of the MP6 must be matched with the Receive
Channel of any MIDI devices connected to the MP6.
Select zone 3 by pressing the ZONE SELECT button 3. (Zone 3 is set to external
as default setting.)
Press the MENU cbutton until “TrsChannel” (Transmit Channel) appears on the
display.
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Use the VALUE buttons to choose a MIDI Transmit Channel from 1 to 16.
To exit from MENU, press the EXIT(SW) button.
Any notes played on the keyboard or any movements of the Knobs, sliders, etc.
will be transmitted to any external MIDI devices connected to the MIDI out of
the MP6 on the selected MIDI channel.
Sending Program Change Number
The MP6 can send MIDI program change numbers from 1 to 256 and Bank
number LSB from 0 to 1 in SOUND mode. Simply press the SOUND SELECT
buttons and the corresponding program number will be transmitted. See the
program number table below.
UPPER SECOND THIRD PROG#:MSB-LSB
11A 001:000-000
11B 002:000-000
11C 003:000-000
11D 004:000-000
1 2 A~D 005:000-000 ~ 008:000-000
1 3 A~D 009:000-000 ~ 012:000-000
1 4 A~D 013:000-000 ~ 016:000-000
1 5 A~D 017:000-000 ~ 020:000-000
1 6 A~D 021:000-000 ~ 024:000-000
1 7 A~D 025:000-000 ~ 028:000-000
1 8 A~D 029:000-000 ~ 032:000-000
2 1~8 A~D 033:000-000 ~ 064:000-000
3 1~8 A~D 065:000-000 ~ 096:000-000
4 1~8 A~D 097:000-000 ~ 128:000-000
5 1~8 A~D 001:000-001 ~ 032:000-001
6 1~8 A~D 033:000-001 ~ 064:000-001
7 1~8 A~D 065:000-001 ~ 096:000-001
8 1~8 A~D 097:000-001 ~ 128:000-001