Millennium III Upright Action features components made of ABS-Carbon, a composite material created by the infusion of carbon fiber into our renowned ABS Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly sturdy and rigid, which allows the creation of action parts that are lighter without sacrificing strength.

The result is a stronger, faster action that offers more power, better control and greater stability than conventional all-wood actions.

Longer keys make playing easier and provide more even response from the front to the back of the playing surface.

The benefits to the player are greater control and more power with less effort.

The soundboard is the heart of a piano. Its purpose is to transform the vibrations of the piano’s strings into a rich, resounding tone.

Kawai uses only straightgrained, quartersawn solid spruce for Master Series soundboards. Each soundboard is strategically tapered to maximize its tone producing capability. 

Only those that meet or exceed our demanding quality standards are selected for use in our professional upright pianos.

The pressure bar and stainless steel bearing firmly support the movement of the strings, ensuring a more precise attack and a clearer, more transparent resonance. Across the entire upper register, a rich and brilliantly shimmering sound unfolds.

Thanks to high-quality tuning pins, tuning stability is enhanced, allowing you to enjoy the piano’s naturally beautiful and refined tone with confidence, every time you play.

Every note is shaped with intention. Hammer materials chosen specifically for the Master Series work in harmony with handwound bass strings inspired by Shigeru Kawai grand pianos, giving the instrument a voice that feels unmistakably Kawai; warm, resonant, and full of character.

This depth of sound invites expression. From the softest pianissimo to moments of powerful intensity, the piano responds naturally to your touch, allowing music to unfold with richness, nuance, and emotional clarity.

With its gracefully rounded, substantial cabinet and a lift-up lid inspired by grand pianos, the Master Series presents a design that blends effortlessly into any living space while offering a refined, reassuring presence.

More than an instrument, it becomes part of the room—elevating both the act of playing and the everyday moments that surround it.

Built upon the trusted foundation of the K Series, the Master Series features a refined structural design for lasting stability.
A strengthened back framework supports string tension, maintains balance, and allows the sound to develop freely.
The result is a reassuring sense of stability from the first note—especially in the lower register, where depth and presence rely on a structure that will not yield.