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@fizikisto -
Apparently we both initially read KJ's post above the same way. To clarify: I didn't regard his post as crass, false, teasing... on the contrary, I was pleased to see a screenshot of a web link he shared that I assumed I'd previously missed.
When he replies perhaps James can clarify.
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Onewatt, I thought the same thing, but it seems more likely now that James was expressing a wish for something to come, or perhaps teasing us with something that is being worked on internally at Kawai. And FWIW, I don't think it was an exercise in crass marketing/raising false expectations. More than any other company rep who participates here James is always the first person to recommend a competitor's product if he thinks that is what will better suit the needs of someone. He donates a huge amount of his time to this forum and always comes here with the spirit of helping people and having fun/learning new things. Agreed on all points. James is one of the good guys.
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Someday, Kawai might make a section on their website for this... Someday... This is extremely odd ... I visited that page but the drop down selections ends with Downloads on my screen. There's no last choice link called "SOUND & SETUP EXCHANGE" with an area available to exchange settings with other users. The page I'm looking at is http://www.kawaimp.com/mp7/ James, in your browser in the screen shot I don't see what looks like a web address. Is this shot from an internal Kawai web-build? Perhaps there's some other place I should be looking, or may be another instance of the Kawai MP7 website? Rather baffling! - OneWatt it is strange Instead, the link is shown here in Europe and there are a lot of sounds available for download
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it is strange Instead, the link is shown here in Europe and there are a lot of sounds available for download Would you mind pasting the direct web link for that page into a reply to this thread? Those in other parts of the globe would like to join the festivities!
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BTW, I will look around the forum for other threads that might address a related issue (kind of related?), but as this thread already is getting attention, I'll ask here first. I am wanting a 76- or 73-key board with Kawai sounds and quality but an octave less chassis width and maybe 10-12 pounds lighter. Any chance Kawai will produce such a board. Kind of mechanism hammer, semi-weighted, waterfall depending on consumer demand. I originally thought my MP-7 would be light enough to be portable, but, uh... James?
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BTW, I will look around the forum for other threads that might address a related issue (kind of related?), but as this thread already is getting attention, I'll ask here first. I am wanting a 76- or 73-key board with Kawai sounds and quality but an octave less chassis width and maybe 10-12 pounds lighter. Any chance Kawai will produce such a board. Kind of mechanism hammer, semi-weighted, waterfall depending on consumer demand. I originally thought my MP-7 would be light enough to be portable, but, uh... James? @jeefreyfranz - Some nice ideas but you might need to pick a keyboard first ...hammer, semi-weighted, and waterfall (which is really more of a shape than an action, but typically for a light non-velocity touch for B3-style playing) represent most everything across the spectrum. My guess: KJ will wisely refrain from guessing about unannounced product plans, but it's anyone's guess if he will. - OneWatt
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Agreed, a 76-key MP7 would be very cool. Cheers, James x
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Agreed, a 76-key MP7 would be very cool. Cheers, James x ... particularly if it were presented featuring a makes-good-sense A-to-C keybed layout!
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it is strange Instead, the link is shown here in Europe and there are a lot of sounds available for download Would you mind pasting the direct web link for that page into a reply to this thread? Those in other parts of the globe would like to join the festivities! sorry ONEWATT it was just a joking message even if it would not bad.... but I don't think that Kawai will do ever Because, unlike the PX5, the Mp7 has good sounds departure and users usually focus on creating customized SETUPS according songs from their repertoire. However I think I have improved further some Rhodes sounds, for my liking
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it is strange Instead, the link is shown here in Europe and there are a lot of sounds available for download Would you mind pasting the direct web link for that page into a reply to this thread? Those in other parts of the globe would like to join the festivities! sorry ONEWATT it was just a joking message Ok then, between my naive reactions to Kawai James and IMOL's posts, I believe I win "Most Gullible" award for 2015!
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Agreed, a 76-key MP7 would be very cool. Cheers, James x So we agree! When will you be making it?
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Wow i just discover this and i must admit this shake 2 settings really great
i like it more without the chorus effect EFX2 and changing the amount of wha dry/wet really change a lot the sound but i didnt succeed assigning the intensity of EFX2 on the D knob as you suggest ; cant find intensity in KnobAssign D . how is this control named?
Thanks a lot for your share.
I will try so share one of mine soon ( fixing some assignement) for some more dirty rhodes sound
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Hi James, what about an MP7Le with an tri-sensor and ivory and ebony feel version of AHA-IV in a powerul plastic chassis (ES100 style), with all MP7 controllers and features, new Shigeru piano samples included under $1000 and 15 kilos... It could be a really succesor for this classic instrument because gigging musicians are looking for great feel, sounds, ultra portability and a low price...The real Stage performers and a super friendly DP and Master Controller keybed... Surprise us KAWAI... Have a nice day!!!
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Fer, yes, that sounds pretty good. Under $1000 may be tough though! The existing MP7 is $1800, and already considered very good value for money.
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Yes I know James... really MP7 is still a great choice for the price, much on par with similar Yamaha and Roland products up to $2500... perhaps rather between $1100 and $1300 could be more realistic numbers for this MP7Le, and it could be an excellent competitor for the popular Casio PX5s... I could ensure you that this product could become a winner in sales...
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Has the sounds/setups page been made available? I would love to try out some custom Rhodes sounds for my MP11.
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