Description

Kawai K-500 AURES Hybrid Piano

*** price after $3000 rebate. Good till 3/31/2026***

Acoustic Performance. Silent Control. Pure Expression.

There are upright pianos, and then there is the Kawai K-500 AURES.

This is not just a studio piano. It is a full performance upright with the ability to instantly transform into a silent digital instrument — without compromising the acoustic experience that serious pianists demand.

At Worldwide Piano, we selected the K-500 AURES because it bridges two worlds beautifully: concert-level touch and tone, with modern flexibility for today’s homes.

Why the K-500 AURES Is Different

The K-500 is already one of Kawai’s most respected professional uprights. The AURES system adds a layer of innovation that makes this instrument uniquely versatile.

You get:

• A full acoustic upright with rich, resonant tone

• Kawai’s Millennium III action with carbon fiber components

• A silent mode that instantly converts to a digital piano

• Bluetooth connectivity for apps and audio

• Premium Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand sampling

This is not a compromise instrument. It is two premium instruments in one.

The Acoustic Experience

The K-500 features:

• 51 inch cabinet height for deeper bass and longer strings

• Solid spruce soundboard

• Double felted mahogany core hammers

• Millennium III upright action

The Millennium III action is one of the most advanced upright actions in the world. The use of carbon fiber makes it faster, lighter, and more stable over time than traditional wood-only actions.

The result is clarity, repetition speed, and control that serious pianists immediately feel.

The AURES Hybrid System

With one touch, the acoustic sound is muted and the digital system activates.

Now you can:

• Practice silently with headphones

• Adjust volume freely

• Use different piano sounds

• Record performances

• Connect to apps and learning software

• Stream audio via Bluetooth

The digital tone is based on the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand. It is detailed, dynamic, and expressive — not thin or artificial.

When silent mode is off, you are playing a true acoustic piano. Nothing changes in the touch or feel.

The K-500 AURES is perfect for:

• Advanced students

• Serious adult pianists

• Homes where practice hours matter

• Teachers

• Musicians who want recording flexibility

• Players who want one instrument that does everything

It solves the most common modern piano dilemma: how to enjoy a full acoustic upright without disturbing others.

Cabinet and Finish Options

Available in:

• Polished Ebony

• Satin Ebony

• Mahogany

• Snow White

• Other finishes upon request

The cabinet is elegant, professional, and built to last decades.

Specifications

Height: 51 inches

Width: 59 inches

Depth: 24 inches

Weight: Approximately 524 lbs

Action: Millennium III Upright Action

Soundboard: Solid Spruce

Hybrid System: AURES with SK-EX sampling

Bluetooth: Yes

Why Buy Your K-500 AURES From Worldwide Piano

At Worldwide Piano, we do more than sell instruments. We select them carefully.

• Every piano is fully prepped before delivery

• We include in-home tuning

• We provide lifetime support

• We are an authorized Kawai dealer

• We have over 150 pianos on display

As a family-owned store operated by a concert pianist, we understand what matters in tone, touch, and long-term value.

If you are considering a K-500 AURES, we invite you to experience it in person. Read about how the K500 Aures outperforms the Yamaha u3 silent.

Availability

We currently have the K-500 AURES available.

Contact us for current pricing, lead time, and finish options.

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Experience the power of a true acoustic upright — with the freedom of silent practice.