Colour: Black Polyester
Year: 2000

The Kawai KF-1 is a compact grand piano produced by Kawai, designed to offer the tonal presence and action quality of a grand piano within a modest footprint. This c.2000 example, priced at £7,995, is well suited to domestic use, teaching studios, and smaller rooms where space is limited but a genuine grand piano experience is desired.

Built in Japan during a period when Kawai was firmly established as one of the world's leading piano manufacturers, the KF-1 features a solid spruce soundboard and Kawai's characteristically reliable action. This instrument has been assessed and prepared by our team at The Piano Gallery.

Available to purchase online or to try in person at our Oxfordshire showroom. Contact us to arrange a viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kawai KF-1, and is it a good compact grand?

The Kawai KF-1 is a compact grand designed for domestic and teaching use where floor space is at a premium. It delivers the genuine grand piano action feel and the Kawai tonal character, warm, clear, and balanced, in a space-efficient format. For a home player stepping up from an upright, or a teaching studio where a compact grand is needed, the KF-1 is a capable and reliable choice.

How does the Kawai KF-1 compare to a Yamaha baby grand at a similar price?

A Yamaha baby grand from a similar period will offer Yamaha's brighter, more even tone with precise action regulation. The Kawai KF-1 has a warmer, mellower character and Kawai's excellent action quality. Both are well-built Japanese compact grands. The choice comes down to tonal preference. We stock both and are very happy to let you compare them in our Oxfordshire showroom.

Is a compact grand better than a large professional upright?

For most serious players, yes. Even a compact grand like the KF-1 offers a gravity-reset action with faster repetition and more nuanced touch than an upright spring-reset mechanism. The soundboard area of a grand also typically exceeds that of an upright, giving a more resonant and expressive bass register. If you have the floor space for a compact grand, it is almost always preferable to even the finest upright.

Is a 2000 Kawai KF-1 reliable?

Yes. By 2000 Kawai was producing instruments to a high and consistent standard with well-established manufacturing processes. A well-maintained KF-1 from this year is a thoroughly reliable instrument. This example has been assessed and prepared by our team and is ready to play.

How long will a Kawai KF-1 last?

A well-maintained Kawai grand should give 50 to 60 years or more of reliable service. A 2000 instrument is relatively young in piano terms and has the vast majority of its playing life still ahead of it. Regular tuning, periodic regulation, and sensible placement are all that is needed.