Kawai CN34 Owner's Manual R102 (English)

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CN34_EN_20121129_R102

User Manual: Kawai-CN34-Manual

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Introduction

Playing the Piano

Internal Songs

CN34
Owner’s Manual

Recorder

USB Functions

Settings

Appendix

Thank you for purchasing this Kawai CN34 digital piano.
This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the CN34 digital piano.
Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.

„ About this Owner’s Manual
Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Introduction section from page 10 of this owner’s manual. This section
explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power.
The Playing the Piano section (page 16) provides an overview of the instrument’s commonly used functions, allowing the CN34 digital
piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 34) includes information
regarding the instrument’s built-in lesson songs and Concert Magic function.
The Recorder section (page 44) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored both in the instrument’s internal
memory, and also MP3/WAV audio files saved to a USB memory device. Additional functions to load and save songs and registration
memories from/to USB devices are further explained in the USB Functions chapter (page 59). The Settings section (page 68) details
the various options and settings that can be used to adjust the sound and operation of the instrument.
Finally, the Appendix section (page 103) includes stand assembly instructions and device connection information. This section also
lists the instrument’s internal sounds, demonstration songs, drum rhythms and drum sound maps, in addition to MIDI reference
tables, and full technical specification details.

Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

WARNING

CAUTION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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 flash 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 sufficient 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.

Examples of Picture Symbols
denotes that care should be taken.
The example instructs the user to take care not to allow fingers 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.

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WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed,including the following:

WARNING
The product should be connected to
an AC outlet of the specified voltage.

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or
serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly.
120V

230V

240V


If you are going to use an AC power cord,
make sure that its has the correct plug shape
and conforms to the specified power voltage.

Failure to do so may result in fire.

Do not insert or disconnect the power
cord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may cause electric shock.

Take care not to allow any foreign
matter to enter the product.

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 filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the product.

When using the headphones, do not
listen for long periods of
time at high volume levels.

Doing so may result in hearing problems.

Do not lean against the keyboard.

Doing so may cause the product to fall over,
resulting in injury.

Do not use the product in wet areas,
or areas close to water.

Doing so may cause a short circuit, leading to an
electric shock, or a fire.

Do not disassemble, repair or modify
the product.

Doing so may result in product breakdown, electric
shock or short-circuit.

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 fire, electric shock or
short-circuit.

The product is not completely disconnected from the
power supply even when the power switch is turned
off. 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 fire in case of
lightning.

Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in fire.

This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider
than the other). This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

This product shall be 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 off condition.

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CAUTION

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or
damage to the product or other property if the product
is handled incorrectly.

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

Using the product in such areas may result in
product breakdown.
Use the product only in moderate climates (not
in tropical climates).

When you close the keyboard cover,
close it gently.

Closing it roughly may trap your fingers,
resulting in injury.

Before connecting cords, make sure
that the power to this product
and other devices is turned
OFF.

OFF

Failure to do so may cause breakdown of this
product and other devices.

Do not drag the product on the floor.
Take care not to drop the product.

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 place the product near electrical
appliances such as TVs and radios.


Doing so may cause the product to generate
noise.

If the product generates noise, move the
product sufficiently away from the electrical
appliance or connect it to another AC outlet.

When connecting the AC power cord
and other cords, take care
not to get them tangled.

Failure to do so may damage them, resulting in
fire, electric shock or short-circuit.

Do not wipe the product with benzene
or thinner.


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 stand on the product or exert
excessive force.


Doing so may cause the product to become
deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown
or injury.

Do not place naked flame, such as lighted
candles on the product.

Doing so may cause the illumination to fall over,
resulting in fire.

Ensure that the ventilation is not
impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspaper,
table-cloths, curtains, etc.

Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in fire.

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 sufficient ventilation.

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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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To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
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Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et
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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
effects 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)

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THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
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 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.
Do not plug either terminal of the power cord to the the ground od AC outlet on the wall.

   
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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 modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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 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 off 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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Declaration of Conformity
Products :
Model Number :
Responsible Party Name :
Address :
Telephone

The nameplate label is located on
the underside of the instrument, as
indicated below.

Electronic Piano
CN34
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.

Nameplate

This applies only to products distributed by Kawai America Corporation.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Introduction

Internal Songs (cont.)
Concert Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
1. Performing a Concert Magic song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2. Concert Magic demo mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Welcome to the Kawai CN34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3. Concert Magic song arrangement types . . . . . . . 42
1. Feature Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4. Steady Beat mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
2. Owner’s Manual Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Part Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Recorder

Setting Up the Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Song Recorder (Internal memory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Using the Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

1. Recording a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Playing the Piano

2. Playing a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3. Erasing a Part/Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Selecting Sounds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Demo Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Dual Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Split Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
1. Recording an Audio file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
2. Playing an Audio file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3. Recording a MIDI file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Four Hands Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

4. Playing a MIDI file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Enhancing the Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5. Converting a Song to an Audio file . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

1. Reverb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

6. Deleting an Audio/MIDI file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

2. Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

USB Functions

Panel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

USB Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Transpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

1. Load Internal Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Metronome / Drum Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Registration Memories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

2. Load Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
3. Save SMF Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
4. Save Internal Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Internal Songs
Lesson Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

6. Rename File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

1. Selecting a lesson book/song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

7. Delete File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

2. Listening to the selected lesson song . . . . . . . . . . 35

8. Format USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

3. Practicing left and right-hand parts separately . 36
4. Repeating sections of a lesson song . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5. Recording a lesson song practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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5. Save Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Settings

Appendix

Settings Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Connecting to Other Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

1-1 Equaliser (EQ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

1-2 Speaker Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Demo Song List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

1-3 Phones Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Program Change Number List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

1-4 Line Out Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Drum Sound Mapping List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

1-5 Audio Recorder Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Drum Rhythm List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

1-6 Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
1-7 Damper Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
1-8 Four Hands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
1-9 User Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
1-10 Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Settings List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
MIDI Exclusive Data Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
MIDI Implementation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
User Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Virtual Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
2-1 Damper Resonance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
2-2 String Resonance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
2-3 Key-off Effect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
2-4 Fall-back Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
2-5 Temperament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Temperament Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Key Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
3-1 Lower Octave Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
3-2 Lower Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
3-3 Layer Octave Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
3-4 Layer Dynamics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
MIDI Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
MIDI Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
4-1 MIDI Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
4-2 Send Program Change Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
4-3 Local Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
4-4 Transmit Program Change Numbers . . . . . . . . . . 98
4-5 Multi-timbral Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Channel Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
USB MIDI (USB to Host connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Power Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
5-1 Auto Power Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

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Welcome to the Kawai CN34

1 Feature Highlights
‘Responsive Hammer II’ weighted-key action, with Ivory Touch key surfaces and Let-off simulation

Introduction

The new Responsive Hammer II (RHII) action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano, with its realistic
movement and accurate 3-sensor technology providing a smooth, natural, and highly responsive piano playing experience.
The weight of the keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the heavier bass hammers and lighter treble hammers of an
acoustic piano, while structural reinforcements within the action assembly ensure greater stability during fortissimo and
staccato passages.
The CN34 digital piano also features Kawai’s Ivory Touch key surfaces that gently absorb finger moisture to assist the player’s
performance, while, let-off simulation recreates the subtle ‘notch’ sensation felt when softly playing the keys of a grand
piano, satisfying the expectations of the most discerning pianists.

Progressive Harmonic Imaging (PHI) with 88-key piano sampling
The CN34 digital piano captures the beautiful sound of Kawai’s highly acclaimed hand-built concert grand piano, with all 88
keys of this exceptional instrument meticulously recorded, analysed and faithfully reproduced using proprietary Progressive
Harmonic Imaging™ technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the original grand
piano, affording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to the strongest,
boldest fortissimo.
The instrument’s built-in Virtual Technician feature allows various characteristics of the acoustic piano sound to be shaped at
the touch of a button, with settings to adjust string and damper resonance. This personalised piano sound is further enhanced
with atmospheric reverberation effects, delivering a rich, vibrant piano tone with breathtaking realism and authenticity.

USB to Device functionality, with MP3/WAV file recording and playback
The CN34 digital piano is equipped with USB connectors that not only allow the instrument to be connected to a computer
for MIDI use, but also to load and save data to USB memory devices directly. This USB to Device feature allows registration
memories and songs recorded and stored in internal memory to be saved to USB for posterity, or standard MIDI files (SMF)
downloaded from the internet to be conveniently played back without additional hardware.
USB memory devices can also be used to play back MP3 or WAV audio files, allowing musicians to learn the chords or melody
for a new piece, or to simply play along with their favourite songs. It is even possible to save performances as MP3 or WAV
files for emailing to friends and family, listening to on a smartphone, or for further editing using an audio workstation.

Wide range of connectivity options
The CN34 digital piano features a variety of standard connectivity options, with Line-level output jacks that allow the
instrument to be enjoyed in larger settings such as churches and schools. Standard MIDI and USB to Host connectors ensure
flexibility when using computers and other electronic instruments.

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2 Owner’s Manual Conventions
Introduction

This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the CN34’s various functions.
The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and the appearance
of difference kinds of text.

„ Button LED indicator states

LED indicator off:
Sound/Function is not selected.

LED indicator on:
Sound/Function is selected.

LED indicator flashing:
Sound/Function is selected in a
temporary state.

„ Button press types

×2
×4

Normal press:
Select a sound or function.

Press multiple times:
Cycle through sounds or settings.

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Press and hold:
Select a function’s settings.

Press twice:
Select a sound or function.

Press and hold, then press X:
Combine two sounds, or store
registration memories etc.

„ Text appearance
Normal instruction and explanation text
is written in regular type at 9 pt. size.

LCD display text
looks like this.

* Notes about functions are marked with an
asterisk and written in 8 pt. size.

Captions explaining the LCD display
or button functions, are written in
bold type at 8.5 pt. size.

Reminders about previous operations are
written in italic type at 9 pt. size.

Example operations are written in italic type
at 8 pt. size, and enclosed within a grey box.

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Part Names and Functions

Introduction

a

i

b

j

u

v

12

c

d

k

l

e

m

w

n

f

o

x

p

q

r

y

g

s

h

t

z

a MASTER VOLUME slider

n REC and PLAY/STOP buttons

This slider controls the master volume level of the instrument’s
built-in speakers or headphones, if connected.

These buttons are used to record and playback songs stored in
the instrument’s internal memory, or MP3/WAV/SMF files saved
to a USB memory device.

b CONCERT MAGIC button

o REW and FF buttons

This button is used to select the instrument's Concert Magic
function.

These buttons are used to move the playing position of the
current recorder song or MP3/WAV/SMF backward or forward.
These buttons are also used to select the recorder song.

c LESSON button

p LOOP button

This button is used to select the instrument's built-in Lesson
songs.
* When pressed simultaneously, the CONCERT MAGIC and LESSON
buttons are also used to select the instrument’s Demo mode.

This button is used to enable the instrument’s A-B Loop function,
allowing passages of a recorder song or MP3/WAV/SMF file to
be played back repeatedly.

q USB button

d REGISTRATION button

This button is used to access the instrument’s USB functions.

This button is used to store and recall one of the 9 different
Registration memories. Each Registration can store sound, reverb/
effects settings, and various other panel and menu options.

r TOUCH button

e SOUND buttons
These buttons are used to select the sound(s) that will be heard
when playing the instrument’s keyboard. These buttons are
also used to select Registration memories

f MENU buttons
These buttons are used to navigate through the instrumnet’s
various function and settings menus.

g LCD display
The LCD display provides important information relating to the
currently selected sound, function, and setting.
* A protective plastic film is attached to the display during production.
Please remove this film before attempting to play the instrument.

This button is used to access the instrument's Touch settings to
adjust the touch sensitivity of the keyboard.

s TRANSPOSE button
This button is used to adjust the pitch of the keyboard in
semitone steps.

t POWER switch
This switch is used to turn the instrument on/off.
* The CN34 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn
off the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity.
For more information, please refer to the Auto Power Off setting on
page 102.

u PHONES jacks

h VALUE buttons

These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to the
instrument. Two pairs of headphones can be connected and
used simultaneously.

These buttons are used to adjust values, change settings, and
answer on-screen prompts.

v USB to Device port

i EFFECTS and REVERB buttons

This port is used to connect a FAT or FAT32 formatted USB
memory device to the instrument in order to load/save recorded
song data, registration memories, and MP3/WAV/SMF files etc.

These buttons are used to turn the instrument’s reverb and
effects functions on/off, and to adjust effect/reverb settings.

j BALANCE slider
This slider adjusts the volume balance of the two layered
sounds when Dual mode is selected, or the the upper and lower
sections when Split/Four Hands mode is selected.

k SPLIT button
This button is used to enable the Split/Four Hands mode
functions, allowing the keyboard to be divided into upper and
lower sections.

l METRONOME buttons
These buttons are used to turn the instrument’s metronome
function on/off, and to adjust metronome settings.

m RESET button
This button is used to reset the instrument’s song recorder, and
to rewind songs and MP3/WAV/SMF files to the beginning.

Introduction

* This slider does not affect the LINE OUT level. For information about
adjusting the LINE OUT level, please refer to page 74.

w LINE IN jacks
These jacks are used to connect the stereo output from audio
equipment, computers, or other electronic instruments to the
instrument's amplifier and speakers.

x LINE OUT jacks
These jacks are used to connect the stereo output (Left/Right
1/4” phone plug) of the instrument to external amplifiers,
mixers, recording devices, and similar equipment.

y USB to Host port
This port is use to connect the instrument to a computer using a
USB ‘B to A’ type cable in order to send and receive MIDI data.

z MIDI jacks
The jacks are used to connect the instrument to external MIDI
devices (such as other musical instruments or a computer) in
order to send and receive MIDI data.

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Setting Up the Piano
2. Connecting the power cable to an outlet

Connect the included power cable to the ‘AC IN’ inlet located on
the underside of instrument.

Connect the instrument’s power cable to an AC outlet.

3. Turning on the power

4. Adjusting the volume

Press the POWER SWITCH located on the right hand side of the
front panel.

The MASTER VOLUME slider controls the volume level of the
instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected.

Introduction

1. Connecting the power cable to the instrument

Move the slider to the right to increase the volume, and to the
left to decrease the volume.

Decrease
volume

The instrument will turn on, and the words ‘Concert Grand’ will
be shown in the LCD display, indicating that the Concert Grand
sound is selected, and the instrument is ready to be played.

Increase
volume

Use this slider to set the volume to a comfortable listening level
- the middle is often a good starting point.
* This slider does not affect the LINE OUT level. For information about
adjusting the LINE OUT level, please refer to page 74.

* The CN34 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn
off the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity.
For more information, please refer to the ‘Auto Power Off’ setting on
page 102.

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„ Using headphones

„ Attaching the headphone hook (optional)

Use the jacks located beneath the keyboard on the left hand
side, to connect stereo headphones to the CN34 digital piano.
Two pairs of headphones can be connected and used simultaneously.
When a pair of headphones is connected, sound will not be produced
by the speakers.

A headphone hook is included with the CN34 digital piano and
can be used to hang headphones when not in use.
If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of the
keyboard as shown in the illustration below.

Using the Pedals
As with a grand piano, the CN34 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft.

„ Sustain pedal (right pedal)

The sustain pedal is capable of responding to half pedaling.

Introduction

Depressing this pedal sustains the sound after one’s hands have
been lifted from the keyboard - greatly enriching the piano
sound, while also assisting smooth ‘legato’ passages.
Soft pedal
Sostenuto pedal
Sustain pedal

„ Soft pedal (left pedal)

„ Sostenuto pedal (centre pedal)

Depressing this pedal softens the sound, reducing its volume.

Depressing this pedal after playing the keyboard and before
releasing the keys, sustains the sound of only those notes that
have been played. Any keys that are subsequently played after
the sostenuto pedal is depressed will not be sustained.

When the rotary speaker effect is selected, the soft pedal is also
used to alternate the speed of the rotary simulation between
‘Slow’ and ‘Fast’ effect modes.

„ Pedal support bolt
A pedal support bolt is attached at the base of the pedal board
to aid stability when the pedals are pushed.
Turn the bolt anti-clockwise until it makes contact with the floor
and supports the pedals firmly. If the pedal support bolt does
not make contact with the floor, the pedal board may become
damaged.

Pedal support bolt

When moving the instrument, always adjust or remove the pedal
support bolt, then readjust when the instrument is in its new position.

„ Caring for the pedals
If the surface of the pedals becomes dirty, clean the pedals using a dry dish-washing sponge.
Do not attempt to clean the pedals using rust-removing solvents, abrasives or files.

„ Grand Feel pedal system
The CN34 digital piano features the Grand Feel pedal system, which replicates the sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedal weighting of
Kawai’s EX Concert Grand piano.

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Selecting Sounds
Sounds are arranged into nine categories, with multiple sounds assigned to each category button. For a complete
listing of the available instrument sounds, please refer to page 111 of this owner’s manual.
By default, the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on.
* The OTHERS button is assigned with 300 sounds, divided into 20 additional categories.

Playing the Piano

„ Sound categories and variations
PIANO 1

PIANO 2

ELECTRIC PIANO

ORGAN

1

Concert Grand

1

Concert Grand2

1

Classic E.P.

1

Jazz Organ

5

Church Organ

2

Studio Grand

2

Studio Grand2

2

Modern E. P.

2

Blues Organ

6

Diapason

3

Mellow Grand

3

Mellow Grand2

3

60’s E.P.

3

Ballad Organ

7

Full Ensemble

4

Modern Piano

4

Rock Piano

4

Modern E. P. 2

4

Gospel Organ

8

Diapason Oct.

HARPSI & MALLETS

STRINGS

CHOIR & PAD

BASS

OTHERS

1

Harpsichord

1

Slow Strings

1

Choir

1

Wood Bass

300 sounds

2

Harpsichord 2

2

String Pad

2

Choir 2

2

Electric Bass

3

Vibraphone

3

Warm Strings

3

New Age

3

Fretless Bass

4

Clavi

4

String Ensemble

4

Atmosphere

4

W. Bass & Ride

1. Selecting a sound category
Press the desired SOUND button.
The LED indicator for the button will turn on to indicate that this
category has been selected, and the name of the sound will be
shown in the LCD display.

Classic E.P.

Example: To select the ELECTRIC PIANO category, press the
ELECTRIC PIANO button.

2. Changing the selected sound variation
Several sound variations are assigned to each category button.
Press a SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the different
sound variations.
×3

Concert Grand2

Example: To select the ‘Mellow Grand2’ sound, press the
PIANO 2 button three times.

Mellow Grand2
The d or c VALUE buttons can also be used to select sounds,
and cycle through the different sound variations.
* While holding down one of the VALUE buttons, pressing the other
VALUE button will jump to the next sound category within the
OTHERS selection.

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Demo Songs
The Demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of the CN34 digital piano.
There are 31 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instrument’s rich selection of high quality
sounds, and powerful speaker system.
For a complete listing of the available demonstration songs, please refer to page 110 of this owner’s manual.
* Kawai regrets that sheet music for Kawai original demo songs is not available.

1. Entering demo mode
Press the CONCERT MAGIC and LESSON buttons simultaneously.

Playing the Piano

The LED indicators for both buttons will turn on and the SOUND
buttons will start to flash.
The demo song for the PIANO 1 category will start. After the
PIANO 1 demo songs have finished playing, the demo songs for
another sound category will be selected at random.

Demo
Concert Grand
Demo song name
* There are 4 songs stored for the PIANO 1 sound, which will be played
in order. Pressing the PIANO 1 button repeatedly will select the next
piano song.

2. Selecting a demo song
While Demo mode is selected and the demo songs are playing:
Press the desired SOUND button.
The LED indicator for the button will start to flash, and the first
demo in the selected sound category will start to play.
Press the selected sound category button repeatedly to cycle
through the different demo songs in that category.

Example: To select the Modern Piano demo song, press
the PIANO 1 button four times.

Demo
Modern Piano
The d or c VALUE buttons can also be used to cycle through all
of the different demo songs.

3. Stopping the demo song and exiting demo mode
While Demo mode is selected and the demo songs are playing.
Press the CONCERT MAGIC or LESSON button.

or

The LED indicators will stop flashing, the demo songs will
stop playing, and the instrument will return to normal playing
mode.

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Dual Mode
The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound.
For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or a church organ combined with a choir, etc.

1. Entering Dual mode
Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then
press another SOUND button to select the layered sound.

Playing the Piano

Main sound

Concert Grand
Slow Strings

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The LED indicators for both SOUND buttons will turn on to
indicate that Dual mode is in use, and the respective sound
names will be shown in the LCD display.

Example: To layer the ‘Slow Strings’ sound with the
‘Concert Grand’ sound, press and hold the PIANO 1 button,
then press the STRINGS button.

Layered sound

2. Changing the main/layered sounds
To select a different variation for the layered sound:

×3

Concert Grand
String Ensemble

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Press and hold the main SOUND button, then press the layered
SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the different sound
variations.

Example: To change the layered ‘Slow Strings’ sound to
the ‘String Ensemble’ sound, press and hold the PIANO 1
button, then press the STRINGS button three times.

To select a different variation for the main sound:

×2

Mellow Grand
String Ensemble

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Press and hold the layered SOUND button, then press the main
SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the different sound
variations.

Example: To change the main ‘Concert Grand’ sound to
the ‘Mellow Grand’ sound, press and hold the STRINGS
button, then press the PIANO 1 button twice.

To layer two variations assigned to the same SOUND button:

* Preferred Dual mode sound combinations can be stored to a
Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32
for more information.

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Classic E.P.
60's E.Piano

×3

Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the d or c VALUE
buttons to select the layered sound variation.

Example: To layer the ‘Classic E.P.’ and ‘60’s E.Piano’ sounds
together, press and hold the ELECTRIC PIANO button, then
press the VALUE c button three times.

3. Adjusting the main/layered sound volume balance
While Dual mode is in use:
Use the BALANCE slider to adjust the volume balance between
the two sounds.

Increase
layered
sound
volume

Increase
main
sound
volume

As the volume of the main sound increases, the volume of the
layered sound decreases, and vice versa.
* The preferred Dual mode volume balance can also be stored to a
Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for
more information.

Playing the Piano

* The Layer Octave Shift setting can be used to adjust the octave range
of the layered sound. Please refer to page 91 for more information.
* The Layer Dynamics setting can be used to adjust the dynamic
sensitivity of the layered sound. Please refer to page 92 for more
information.

4. Exiting Dual mode
While Dual mode is in use:
Press a single SOUND button.
The LED indicator for the button will turn on, the name of
the selected sound will be shown in the LCD display, and the
instrument will return to normal (single voice mode) operation.

Concert Grand

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Split Mode
The Split Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a different
sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section.

1. Entering Split mode
Press the SPLIT button.
The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will turn on to indicate
that Split mode is in use.
* The default split point is set between keys B2 and C3.

Playing the Piano

The LED indicator for the upper section sound button will turn
on, and the LED indicator for the lower section sound button
will start to flash. The respective sound names will also be
shown in the LCD display.
Upper section sound

Split
enabled

Concert Grand
/Wood Bass

Default Split mode:
The previously selected sound is used for the upper section,
and the ‘Wood Bass’ sound is selected for the lower section.

Lower section sound

2. Changing the upper/lower section sounds
To select a different sound for the upper section:
Press the desired SOUND button.

×2

Blues Organ
/Wood Bass

Example: To select the ‘Blues Organ’ sound for the upper
section, press the ORGAN button twice.

To select a different sound for the lower section:
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired SOUND
button.

* The Lower Octave Shift setting can be used to adjust the octave range
of the lower section. Please refer to page 89 for more information.
* The Lower Pedal setting can be used to enable/disable the damper pedal
for the lower section. Please refer to page 90 for more information.
* Preferred Split mode upper/lower sound combinations can be stored
to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page
32 for more information.

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×3

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Blues Organ
/W.Bass & Ride

Example: To select the ‘W. Bass & Ride’ sound for the lower
section, press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the
BASS button three times.

3. Changing the split point
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key
on the keyboard.

Split Point
= F3

The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD
display, and will become the new split point.

Example: To set the split point to key F3, press and hold
the SPLIT button, then press the F3 key.

Upper section

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Playing the Piano

Lower section

New split point

4. Adjusting the upper/lower sound volume balance
Use the BALANCE slider to adjust the volume balance between
the upper and lower sections.
As the volume of the upper sound increases, the volume of the
lower sound decreases, and vice versa.

Increase
lower
sound
volume

Increase
upper
sound
volume

* The preferred Split mode upper/lower volume balance can also be
stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to
page 32 for more information.

5. Exiting Split mode
While Split mode is in use:
Press the SPLIT button.
The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal (full keyboard) operation.

Jazz Organ

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Four Hands Mode
The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections in a similar way to that of the Split Mode
function. However, with Four Hands Mode enabled, the octave/pitch of each section is automatically adjusted to
create two separate 44-key instruments with the same playing range. This function is intended to allow two people
to practise together or perform piano duets using a single instrument.

1. Entering Four Hands mode
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the sustain (right)
pedal and the soft (left) pedal together.

Playing the Piano

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* It is also possible to activate Four Hands mode by using the Four Hands
setting in the Bassic Settings menu. Please refer to the instructions
on page 78 for more information.

Press the
pedals

The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will start to flash to
indicate that Four Hands mode is in use.
* The default four hands mode split point is set between keys E3 and F3.

The LED indicator for the PIANO 1 button will turn on, and the
‘Concert Grand’ sound will automatically be selected for both
the upper and lower sections.
Upper section sound

Four
Hands
enabled

Concert Grand
/Concert Grand

Default Four Hands mode:
The ‘Concert Grand’ sound is selected for both the upper
and lower sections.

Lower section sound

2. Changing the upper/lower section sounds
To select a different sound for the upper section:
Press the desired SOUND button.

Classic E.P.
/Concert Grand
Example: To select the ‘Classic E.P.’ sound for the upper
section, press the ELECTRIC PIANO button.

To select a different sound for the lower section:
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired SOUND
button.

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×2

* Preferred Four Hands mode upper/lower sound combinations can be
stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to
page 32 for more information.

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Classic E.P.
/Studio Grand2

Example: To select the ‘Studio Grand2’ sound for the lower
section, press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the
PIANO 2 button twice.

3. Changing the Four Hands mode split point
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key
on the keyboard.

Split Point
= C4

The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD
display, and will become the new Four Hands mode split point.

Example: To set the split point to key C4, press and hold
the SPLIT button, then press the C4 key.

Upper section

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Playing the Piano

Lower section

New split point

4. Adjusting the upper/lower sound volume balance
Use the BALANCE slider to adjust the volume balance between
the upper and lower sections.
As the volume of the upper sound increases, the volume of the
lower sound decreases, and vice versa.

Increase
lower
sound
volume

Increase
upper
sound
volume

* The preferred Four Hands mode upper/lower volume balance can
also be stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please
refer to page 32 for more information.

5. Exiting Four Hands mode
While Four Hands mode is in use:
Press the SPLIT button.
The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will stop flashing, and the
instrument will return to normal (full keyboard) operation.

Classic E.P.

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Enhancing the Sound
The CN34 digital piano offers a variety of features to adjust and enhance the character of a particular sound. Some
of these features (e.g. Reverb), are enabled automatically when a sound is selected, however players may also wish
to change or type of enhancement to suit their personal preferences or different styles of music.

1 Reverb
Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert
hall. Some sound types, such as acoustic piano, enable reverb automatically in order to improve acoustic realism.
The CN34 digital piano features six different reverb types.

Playing the Piano

„ Reverb types
Reverb type

Description

Room

Simulates the ambiance of a small rehearsal room.

Lounge

Simulates the ambience of piano lounge.

Small Hall

Simulates the ambiance of a small hall.

Concert Hall

Simulates the ambiance of a concert hall or theater.

Live Hall

Simulates the ambiance of a live hall or stage.

Cathedral

Simulates the ambiance of a large cathedral.

1. Turning Reverb on/off
Press the REVERB button to turn reverb on/off.
The LED indicator for the REVERB button will turn on to indicate
when reverb is in use, and the current status will briefly be
shown in the LCD display.

Room

On

2. Changing the Reverb type
Press and hold the REVERB button.
The reverb type screen will be shown in the LCD display.
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Reverb Type
= Room
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
reverb types.
To exit the reverb type screen and return to normal playing
mode, press the REVERB button.

* Any changes made to the reverb type, or on/off status will remain
until the power is turned off.
* Preferred reverb settings can be stored to a Registration memory for
convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

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×2

* Reverb type is independent for each sound variation.

Example: To change the reverb type from ‘Room’ to ‘Small
Hall’, press the VALUE d button twice.

2 Effects
In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character and
feeling of the instrument. As with reverb, some sound types enable certain effects automatically in order to enhance
tonal quality. The CN34 digital piano features thirteen different effect types.

Effect type

Description

Chorus

Layers a slightly detuned version of sound over the original, thus enriching its tonal character.

Classic Chorus

Similar in principle to Chorus, but intended for vintage electric piano sounds.

Stereo Delay

Add an echo effect to the sound, playing through both speakers (stereo) simultaneously.

Ping Delay

Adds a ‘ping pong’ echo effect to the sound, giving the impression that is ‘bouncing’ from left to right.

Triple Delay

Similar in principle to Ping Delay, but with an additional centre echo.

Tremolo

Continuously varies the volume at a constant speed, adding a vibrato type effect to the sound.

Classic Tremolo

Similar in principle to Tremolo, but intended for vintage electric piano sounds.

Phaser

Applies a cyclic phase change to the sound, giving the impression that the sound is moving.

Playing the Piano

„ Effect types

Simulates the sound of a rotary speaker commonly used with vintage electronic organs.

Rotary 1/2/3

* The soft pedal can be used to alternate the speed of the rotary simulation between ‘Slow’ and ‘Fast’ effect modes.

Phaser + Amp

Phaser with a vintage electric piano speaker effect applied.

Auto Pan + Amp

Alternates the sound output from left to right across the stereo field using a sine wave with vintage electric
piano speaker effect applied.

1. Turning Effects on/off
Press the EFFECTS button to turn effects on/off.
The LED indicator for the EFFECTS button will turn on to indicate
when effects are in use, and the current status will briefly be
shown in the LCD display.

Chorus

On

2. Changing the Effects type menu
Press and hold the EFFECTS button.
The effect type screen will be shown in the LCD display.

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Effect Type
= Chorus
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
effect types.
To exit the effects type screen and return to normal playing
mode, press the EFFECTS button.

×2

* Effect type is independent for each sound variation.
* Any changes made to the effect type, or on/off status will remain until
the power is turned off.

Example: To change the effect type from ‘Chorus’ to ‘Stereo
Delay’, press the VALUE d button twice.

* Preferred effects settings can be stored to a Registration memory for
convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

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Touch
As with an acoustic piano, the CN34 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with force, and
a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation to the strength
and speed of playing – on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’.
The Touch function allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be changed to one of five different settings:
Light +, Light, Heavy, Heavy + or Off.

Playing the Piano

„ Touch Curve types
Touch Curve

Description

Light +

Requires less striking force to achieve a forte note. For players with a very delicate touch.
A louder volume is produced even when playing with a soft touch. For those still developing finger strength.

Light

* This touch curve is recommended for children and organ players.

Reproduces the standard touch sensitivity of an acoustic piano.

Normal (default)

* This touch curve is used when the Touch function is turned off.

Heavy

Requires a heavier touch to produce a loud volume. Ideally suited to those with stronger fingers.

Heavy +

Requires considerably more striking force to achieve a loud volume.
A constant volume is produced regardless of how hard the keys are struck.

Off (constant)

* This touch curve intended for playing sounds of instruments that have a fixed dynamic range (e.g. organ and harpsichord).

„ Touch Curve graph

f
a

b

c

d

e

a

Light +

b

Light

c

Normal (default)

d

Heavy

e

Heavy +

f

Off (constant)

Soft

Sound Volume

Loud

The illustration below provides a visual representation of the different Touch Curve settings.

Gentle

Keyboard Pressure

Strong

„ Changing from the standard (Normal) Touch Setting
Press the TOUCH button.
The LED indicator for the TOUCH button will turn on, indicating
that the Touch function is in use, and that the piano is using a
touch setting other than the standard ‘Normal’ type.

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„ Selecting the touch sensitivity
Press and hold the TOUCH button, then press the d or c VALUE
buttons.
The selected touch curve will be shown in the LCD display.
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Touch
= Light

* The touch setting is global for all of the preset sounds. It is not possible
to specify individual touch settings for each preset sound.

* Preferred Touch settings can be stored to a Registration memory for
convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

* Any changes made to the Touch settings will remain until the power
is turned off.

* LIGHT and HEAVY do not represent the physical weight of the keys.
These are settings that affect the sensitivity of the keys, which
determines the volume level in response to the key movement.

Playing the Piano

Press the TOUCH button again to return to the standard (Normal)
touch setting.

Panel Lock
The Panel Lock function allows the state of all panel buttons to be temporarily locked, preventing sounds and other
settings from being changed. This function may prove useful in teaching environments, ensuring that students are
not distracted by changing sounds etc.

1. Activating the Panel Lock
Press the CONCERT MAGIC and TRANSPOSE buttons simultaneously.
The Panel Lock screen will be shown in the LCD display, and the
instrument will stop responding to panel button presses.

Panel Lock
On
If panel buttons are pressed while the Panel Lock is activated, a
reminder message will briefly be shown in the LCD display.

Panel Lock
C.MAGIC + TRANS.

* The Panel Lock will remain activated even after the instrument’s
power is turned off.

2. Deactivating the Panel Lock
Press the CONCERT MAGIC and TRANSPOSE buttons simultaneously again.
A message will be shown in the LCD display to indicate that
the Panel Lock has been deactivated, and the instrument will
resume responding to panel button presses as normal.

Panel Lock
Off
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Transpose
The Transpose function allows the pitch of the CN34 digital piano’s keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone
intervals. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song
learned in one key must be played in another key.

„ Adjusting the Key Transpose value: Method 1
Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the d or c
VALUE buttons to adjust the key transpose value.

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Playing the Piano

×4

The LED indicator for the TRANSPOSE button will turn on to
indicate that the transpose function is in use, and the key
transpose value will briefly be shown in the LCD display.

Key Transpose
= 0 (C)

Example: To increase the key transpose value from 0 (off)
to +4 (i.e. raise the keyboard pitch by 4 semi-tones), press
and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the VALUE c
button four times.

Key Transpose
= +4 (E)
* The keyboard pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* To reset the key transpose value to 0, press and hold the TRANSPOSE
button, then press the d and c VALUE buttons simultaneously.

„ Adjusting the Key Transpose value: Method 2
Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press a key within
the range of C2 to C4.

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The LED indicator for the TRANSPOSE button will turn on to
indicate that the transpose function is in use, and the key
transpose value will briefly be shown in the LCD display.

Key Transpose
= 0 (C)

C2

C4

Example: To change the key transpose from C (off) to A (i.e.
lower the keyboard pitch by three semi-tones), press and
hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the A key.

Key Transpose
= -3 (A)
* The keyboard pitch can be adjusted within the range of C2 to C4.

„ Turning Key Transpose on/off
Press the TRANSPOSE button to turn the key transpose function on/off.
* The specified key transpose setting will be retained even after the ke transpose function is turned off. This allows the key transpose function to be
turned on and off freely, without the need to adjust the value each time.
* The specified key transpose setting will return to the default value of 0 after the power is turned off.
* Preferred key transpose settings can be stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

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Using the Song Transpose function it is also possible to transpose recorder songs stored in internal memory, and
SMF song files stored on a USB memory device. This allows the pitch of the song to be adjusted without affecting
the pitch of the keyboard.

„ Selecting the Song Transpose/Key Transpose settings
Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the d or c
MENU buttons to alternate between the key transpose and
song transpose settings.

Playing the Piano

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„ Adjusting the Song Transpose value
While the Song Transpose screen is shown in the LCD display:

×2

Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the song transpose
value.

Song Transpose
= 0 (C)

Song Transpose
= +2 (D)

Example: To increase the song transpose value from 0
(off) to +2 (i.e. raise the song pitch by 2 semi-tones), press
and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the VALUE c
button twice.

* The song pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* To reset the song transpose value to 0, press the d and c VALUE
buttons simultaneously.
* The song transpose value will automatically reset to 0 when a
different song is selected.

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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 CN34 digital piano also features a variety of drum rhythms to accompany most
playing styles and musical genres.
For a complete listing of available drum rhythms, please refer to page 123 of this owner’s manual.

„ Turning the Metronome on/off
Press the TEMPO button.

Playing the Piano

The LED indicator for the TEMPO button will turn on to indicate
that the metronome function is in use, and a 4/4 beat will start
to count.
The current metronome tempo in beats per minute (BPM) will
be shown in the LCD display.
Metronome tempo

Tempo
ÄÅÅÅ

Œ=120

Current beat

Press the d or c VALUE buttons to increase or decrease the
tempo within the range of 10 - 400 beats per minute.
(20-800 BPM with eighth note rhythms).
Press the TEMPO button again to stop the metronome.
The LED indicator for the TEMPO button will turn off.

„ Changing the time signature and rhythm
Press the BEAT button.
The LED indicator for the BEAT button will turn on and the
metronome will begin counting.
The currently selected time signature and a visual indicator of
each beat will be shown in the LCD display.
If a rhythm is selected, the currently selected rhythm name will
be shown in the LCD display.

Beat
ÄÅÅÅ

4/4

8 Beat 1
ÄÅÅÅ

Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the desired time
signature / rhythm.
* There are ten different times signatures available :
1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8 and 12/8.

Alternatively, one of the 100 built-in rhythm styles can be used
instead of a simple metronome click.
Press the BEAT button again to stop the metronome.
Both the TEMPO button and the BEAT button can be used to
turn the metronome on and off, depending on whether the
tempo or time signature is being adjusted.

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„ Adjusting the Metronome volume
To adjust the metronome volume:
Press the TEMPO and BEAT buttons simultaneously.
The volume level of the metronome will be shown in the LCD
screen.

Volume
ÅÅÅÅ

5

Volume
ÅÅÅÅ

10

Playing the Piano

Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the value of the
metronome volume.

* The metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 0 - 10.
* Any changes made to the metronome tempo, beat, or volume settings
settings will remain until the power is turned off.
* Preferred metronome settings can be stored to a Registration memory
for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

„ Changing sounds while the Metronome is in use
Press the desired SOUND button.
The LED indicator for the button will turn on to indicate that this
category has been selected.
The name of the sound will briefly be shown in the LCD display,
before returning to the metronome screen.

Classic E.P.

Tempo
ÄÄÄÅ

Example: To select the ‘Classic E.P.’ sound, press the
ELECTRIC PIANO button.

Œ= 90

„ Jump to Recorder shortcut
While the Metronome function is in use:
Press the REC button.
The Recorder standby screen will be shown in the LCD display,
and the metronome will stop to count. A one bar count-in will
also be played before the recording begins.
* Please refer to page 44 for more information about the instrument’s
Recorder functions.

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Registration Memories
The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound selection, all settings, etc.) to be stored
to a registration memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. There are 9 different registration
memories to be stored.
Registrations can also be loaded from/saved to USB memory devices. Please refer to page 61 for more information.

Playing the Piano

„ Settings stored in Registration memories
General

Settings

Selected sound

Basic Settings*

Dual Mode / Split Mode (sounds, volume balance, split point)

Virtual Technician

Reverb, Effects, Touch, Transpose (Key Transpose only)

Key Settings

Metronome (Beat, Tempo, Volume)

MIDI Settings

* Speaker Volume, Phones Volume, Line Out Volume, Audio Recorder Gain, and Power Settings will not be stored to Registration memories.

„ Selecting a Registration memory
Press the REGISTRATION button.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn on
to indicate that the registration function is in use, and the
registration selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Concert Grand
Press the SOUND buttons to select the desired registration
memory.

Registration 4

Jazz Organ
/Fretless Bass
Alternatively, press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through
all 9 different registration memories.

„ Exiting Registration mode (restore previous settings)
To return to normal playing mode without selecting the registration
(i.e. restore the previous panel settings):
Press the REGISTRATION button.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn off,
and the instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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„ Exiting Registration mode (retain new settings)
To return to normal playing mode with the current registration
memory settings selected:
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn off,
and the instrument will return to normal playing mode.

„ Storing a Registration memory

Playing the Piano

To store a registration memory:
Press and hold the REGISTRATION button, then press and hold
a SOUND button.
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The current instrument setup will be stored to the registration
memory assigned to the pressed SOUND button, and a
confirmation message will briefly be shown in the LCD display.

Example: To store the current instrument setup to memory
6, press and hold the REGISTRATION button, then press the
STRINGS button.

Registration 6
Stored

„ Resetting all Registration memories
Press and hold the LESSON and REGISTRATION buttons, then
turn the instrument’s power off/on.
All registration memories will be reset to the factory default
settings.
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Lesson Function
The Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books.
The left and right hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows difficult
passages to be perfected.
For a complete listing of available Lesson Function songs, please refer to the separate ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet.

„ Built-in Lesson Function song books
US, Canada, Australasia

Rest of the World

Alfred’s Premier Piano Course Lesson 1A

Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100)

Alfred’s Premier Piano Course Lesson 1B

Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849)

Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A

Czerny 100 (Hundert Übungsstücke, Opus 139)

Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B

Beyer (Vorschule im Klavierspiel, Opus 101)

Internal Songs

Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course Lesson Book Level 1

1 Selecting a lesson book/song
„ Entering lesson mode
Press the LESSON button.
The LED indicator for the LESSON button will turn on, and the
name of the selected lesson book and song will be shown in
the LCD display.

AlfredChild1A-01
1-1
Œ=104

„ Selecting a lesson book/song
While Lesson mode is selected:
Press the c or d MENU buttons to cycle through the available
lesson books, then press the c or d VALUE buttons to select
the desired song.
Book name

Song number

AlfredPremr1A-01
1-1
Œ=104
Bar and beat number

Tempo

It is also possible to select songs by pressing and holding
the LESSON button, then pressing the relevant key on the
keyboard.

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* Please refer to the separate ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet for a
complete listing of available lesson songs.

2 Listening to the selected lesson song
This page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and adjust the tempo.

„ Playing the lesson song
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and a
one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play.

AlfredChild1A-01
1-1
Œ=104
* If the first bar of the song begins on an ‘up’ beat (i.e. pickup notes), the
first bar number will be shown as zero in the LCD display.

Internal Songs

* The metronome will not continue after the count-in bar, but can be
turned on manually by pressing the TEMPO button.

„ Changing the tempo of the lesson song
Press and hold the TEMPO button, then press the c or d VALUE
buttons to increase or decrease the lesson song tempo.
Press the c and d VALUE buttons simultaneously to reset the
lesson song tempo back to the default value.
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„ Stopping and resuming the lesson song
Press the PLAY/STOP button again to stop the lesson song.
Press the PLAY/STOP button once again.
A one bar count-in will be heard before the lesson song resumes
playback from the previous position.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to stop the lesson song, then press
the RESET button to reset the playing position to the first bar.

„ Exiting lesson mode
Press the LESSON button.
The LED indicator for the LESSON button will turn off and the
name of the selected sound will be shown in the LCD display.

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Lesson Function

3 Practicing left and right-hand parts separately
This page will explain how to adjust the left and right-hand part volume of the selected lesson song (allowing each part
to be practiced separately), and how to start playing a lesson song from a specific bar.

„ Adjusting the left/right-hand part volume
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Use the BALANCE slider to adjust the volume balance between
the left-hand and right-hand parts.

Increase
left-hand
volume

Increase
right-hand
volume

As the volume of the left-hand part increase, the volume of the
right-hand part decreases, and vice versa.

Internal Songs

This function allows the left and right-hand parts of each lesson
song to be practised seprately, or simply reduce the volume of
one part.

„ Beyer lesson songs and part volume
Please refer to page 34 for more information regarding the availability of Beyer lesson songs.
If the Beyer lesson book is selected, moving the balance slider to the left will decrease the volume of the student’s part, while moving
the balance slider to the right will decrease the volume of the teacher’s part.

„ Playing the lesson song from a specific bar
Press the FF or REW buttons to advance or rewind the starting
bar of the selected lesson song.
Press and hold the FF or REW buttons to fast-forward or fastrewind the staring bar of the selected lesson song.
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
A one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play
from the specified bar number.

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4 Repeating sections of a lesson song
This page will explain how to repeat (loop) specific sections of the selected lesson song between a defined ‘A’ and
‘B’ point, allowing difficult passages to be practiced continuously.

1. Specifying the start point (A) of the loop
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and a
one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play.

Burgmueller25-01
5-1
Œ=126
Press the LOOP button to specify the start point of the loop.

Internal Songs

The LED indicator for the LOOP button will start to flash,
indicating that the start point (A) of the loop has been set.

2. Specifying the end point (B) of the loop
Press the LOOP button again to specify the end point of the
loop.
The LED indicator for the LOOP button will turn on, indicating
that the end point of the (B) of the loop has been set.

Burgmueller25-01
10-2
Œ=126
The defined ‘A-B’ section of the lesson song will repeat (loop)
continuously, allowing the passage to be practiced.

3. Cancelling the ‘A-B’ loop
Press the LOOP button once again to cancel the ‘A-B’ loop.
The LED indicator for the LOOP button will turn off and the
lesson song will resume normal playback.
* The loop section can also be specified while the lesson song is paused
by pressing the FF or REW button to select the bar. The last bar cannot
precede the first bar.

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Lesson Function

5 Recording a lesson song practice
This page will explain how to record the left or right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, then play back the
performance for self-evaluation.

1. Starting the lesson song recording
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the REC button.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn
on to indicate that recording mode is in use.

Internal Songs

A one bar count-in will be heard before the lesson song starts
to play and record.

2. Stopping the lesson song recording
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn
off, and the lesson song recording and playback will stop.

3. Playing back the recorded lesson song
Press the PLAY/STOP button again.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and a
one bar count-in will be heard before the recorded lesson song
starts to play.

Burgmueller25-01
4-1
Œ=126
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn off, and
the recorded lesson song will stop playing.
* The ‘A-B’ loop function cannot be used when recording a lesson song
practice.
* Press the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons simultaneously to erase the
recorded lesson song practice.
The recorded practice will be erased automatically when a different
lesson song is selected.

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Concert Magic
The Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 88
pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo.
For a complete listing of available Concert Magic songs, please refer to the separate ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet.

1 Performing a Concert Magic song
The 88 Concert Magic songs are assigned to each of the 88 keys, and classified by song category into eight groups,
such as Children’s Songs, American Classics, Christmas Songs etc.

1. Entering Concert Magic mode
Press the CONCERT MAGIC button.

Internal Songs

The LED indicator for the CONCERT MAGIC button will turn on
to indicate that Concert Magic mode is in use.
The name of the currently selected Concert Magic song will also
be shown in the LCD display.

Twinkle Twinkle
Ä
Ä
Ä
Ä

2. Selecting a Concert Magic song
Press and hold the CONCERT MAGIC button, then press the key
to which the Concert Magic song is assigned.
A Concert Magic song will be selected, with the song number
and name shown in the LCD display.
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No. 6
Row Your Boat

3. Performing the selected Concert Magic song
Press a key on the keyboard.
The song will advance with every key that is pressed. Pressing
the keys gently will produce a soft sound, while pressing heavily
will produce a loud sound.

Row Your Boat
+ +
Ä Ä Ä
As the song advances, the z symbols shown in the LCD will be
replaced by ® symbols. This is called the Note Navigator.

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Concert Magic
4. Changing the Concert Magic playback sound
Press a SOUND button to change the sound used for the Concert
Magic song (melody and accompaniment parts).
It is also possible to select independent sounds for the melody and
accompaniment parts:

Press the SPLIT button to enable Concert Magic split mode.
Press a SOUND button to change the melody sound.

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Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press a SOUND button to
change the accompaniment sound.

„ Adjusting the Concert Magic part volume

Internal Songs

Use the BALANCE slider to adjust the volume balance between
the accompaniment and melody parts.
As the volume of the accompaniment part increase, the volume
of the melody part decreases, and vice versa.

5. Exiting Concert Magic Mode
Press the CONCERT MAGIC button to exit Concert Magic mode.
The LED indicator for the CONCERT MAGIC button will turn off,
and the instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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Increase
Accomp.
volume

Increase
Melody
volume

2 Concert Magic demo mode
This function allows all of the Concert Magic songs to be played back in order, randomly or in designated categories.

„ All playback
Enter Concert Magic mode without selecting a song.
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
All 88 Concert Magic songs will be played in order until the
PLAY/STOP button is pressed again.

Twinkle Twinkle
+
+
Ä
Ä

„ Random playback

Internal Songs

Enter Concert Magic mode and then press the LESSON button.
All 88 Concert Magic songs will be played in a random order
until the PLAY/STOP button is pressed.

„ Category playback
Press and hold the CONCERT MAGIC button, press the key to
which the desired song is assigned, then press the LESSON
button.

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Songs in the same category as the selected song, will be played
in sequential order until the PLAY/STOP button is pressed.

„ Adjusting the playback tempo of the Concert Magic song
While Concert Magic mode is in use:
Press and hold the TEMPO button, then press the d or c VALUE
buttons to adjust the playback tempo.
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Tempo
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The tempo of the selected Concert Magic song can be adjusted
either before playback, or while the song is playing.

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Concert Magic

3 Concert Magic song arrangement types
Concert Magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types, each requiring a different level of skill to
be performed correctly.
* The Concert Magic arrangement type is for each song is indicated in the ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet as ‘EB’, ‘MP’, or ‘SK’.

„ Easy Beat

EB

These are the easiest songs to play. To perform them, simply tap out a constant steady beat on any key on the keyboard.
The following example shows the notated score for ‘Für Elise’, indicating that a constant, steady rhythm should be maintained
throughout the song. This is the distinguishing characteristic of an Easy Beat song.

Internal Songs

Key on:

X X

X X X X X X

X X X X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

„ Melody Play

MP

These songs are also relatively easy to play, especially if they are familiar to the player. To perform them, tap out the rhythm of the
melody on any key of the keyboard. Singing along as the rhythm is tapped can be helpful.
The following example shows the notated score for ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star’.
* When performing fast Concert Magic songs, it may be easier to tap different keys with two alternating fingers in order to play at a greater speed.

Key on: X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

„ Skillful

SK

These songs range in difficulty from moderately difficult to difficult. To perform them, tap out the rhythm of both the melody and the
accompaniment notes on any key of the keyboard. The Note Navigator will be very helpful when playing the Skillful type songs.
The following example shows the notated score for ‘Waltz of the Flowers’.
Key on:

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X

X

X

X

X

X

X X

X

X

X

X

X

4 Steady Beat mode
Steady Beat mode allows all Concert Magic songs to be played by simply tapping any key with a constant steady
beat, regardless of the song arrangement type.

„ Change the Concert Magic playing mode
Press and hold the CONCERT MAGIC button.
The current Concert Magic mode will be shown on the second
line of the LCD screen.

Twinkle Twinkle
NORMAL
* The default Concert Magic mode is NORMAL.

Press the d or c VALUE buttons.

Internal Songs

The Concert Magic mode will change to STEADY BEAT.

Twinkle Twinkle
STEADY BEAT

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Song Recorder (Internal memory)
The CN34 digital piano allows up to 3 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at
the touch of a button. Each song consists of two separate tracks - referred to as ‘parts’ - that can be recorded and
played back independently. This allows the left-hand part of a song to be recorded first on one track, and the righthand part to be recorded later on the other track.

1 Recording a Song
1. Entering song recorder mode
Press the REC button.
The LED indicator for the REC button will start to flash, and the
Internal Song Recorder screen will be shown in the LCD display.
Song No.

Part No.

Song1 Part=1
-Standby- œ=120
Song tempo

* If a USB memory device is connected, press the MENU c button to
select the ‘Int. Recorder’ function.
* The Recorder shares the song tempo setting with the Metronome
functions.

2. Selecting the song/part to be recorded
Press the REW or FF buttons to select the internal song memory
(1-3) to be recorded to.

Recorder

Part has been recorded

Song1 Part=1*
-Standby- œ=120
Then press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the part number
(1 or 2) to be recorded.
* If a part has already been recorded, a * symbol will be shown.

When recording part 1 and part 2 separately, select the song and part number
carefully in order to prevent accidentally overwriting a previously recorded part.

3. Starting the song recorder
Press a key on the keyboard.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn
on, and recording will start.

or

The current bar and beat will also be shown in the LCD display.

Song1
2-3

Part=1
œ=120
Bar and beat no.

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* Recording can also be started by pressing the PLAY/STOP button,
allowing a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of
the song.

4. Stopping the song recorder
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn
off, the recorder will stop, and the part/song will be stored in
internal memory.
After a few seconds, the Internal Song Player screen will be
shown in the LCD display, indicating that the song is ready for
playback.

Song1
1-1

Part=1*
œ=120

To play back the recorded song, please refer to the ‘Playing a Song’
instructions on page 46.

* The maximum recording capacity is approximately 90,000 notes, with
button and pedal presses also counted as one note.
* If the maximum recording capacity is reached during recording, the
recorder will stop automatically.
* Recorder songs will remain in memory after the power is turned off.

„ Recording a second part
To record a second part, repeat the above instructions, selecting the part that has not been recorded to.

„ Recording with the metronome

Recorder

It is also possible to record songs with the metronome activated. This is useful when recording parts separately, or wishing to
maintain correct timing throughout complex passages. Note that the standard metronome click and drum rhythm will not be heard
when the song is played back.
* Please refer to page 30 for more information about using the instrument’s Metronome function with the Recorder.

„ Changing panel settings while recording
In some cases, it may be desirable to make changes to the selected sound or style while recording a song. The tables below list the
various functions which will and will not be remembered during recording.

Panel operations remembered during recording

Panel operations NOT remembered during recording*

Changes made to the sound type. (SOUND buttons etc.)

Changes made to the reverb settings.

Switching between dual/split modes.

Changes made to the effects settings.

Changes made to the volume balance in dual/split mode.

Changes made to the tempo.
Changes made to transpose, tuning, touch, etc.
* Make changes to desired effects, reverb, and tempo settings etc.
before recording a new song.

5. Exiting song recorder mode
Press a SOUND button to exit the Internal Song Recorder.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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2 Playing a Song
This function is used to playback recorder songs stored in internal memory. To playback a song/part immediately
after recording, start this process from step 2.

1. Entering song play mode
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and the
Internal Song Player screen will be shown in the LCD display.
Song No.

Part No.

Song1
1-1

Part=1*
œ=120

Song tempo
* If a USB memory device is connected, press the MENU c button to
select the ‘Int. Recorder’ function.

2. Selecting the song to be played back
Press the REW or FF buttons to select the internal song memory
(1-3) to be played back.

Recorder

Part has been recorded

Song2
1-1

Part=1&2*
œ=120

* If a part has already been recorded, a * symbol will be shown.

3. Starting song playback
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The selected song/part(s) will start to play, and the current bar
and beat will also be shown in the LCD display.

Song2
4-1

Part=1&2*
œ=120
Bar and beat no.

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„Controlling song playback
While the song is playing:
Press the REW or FF buttons to rewind or advance the playing
position of the song.
Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end points
of the loop.
* Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop.

Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume song playback.

PLAY/STOP
Pause/resume
song playback.
RESET
Reset song to
beginning.

REW and FF
Rewind/advance
playing position.
A-B LOOP
Set start/end
points of loop.

Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the song.

„ Adjusting the playback tempo
While the song is playing:
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the playback tempo.
* The playback tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10 - 400
beats per minute (BPM).

„ Adjusting playback settings (playback menu)

Recorder

The playback menu features settings to adjust the song volume,
and pitch (transpose), and change the selected playing part(s).
While the song is playing:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to enter the playback menu
and select the desired setting, then press the d or c VALUE
buttons to adjust the setting value.

Song Volume
= 5
* The song volume setting can be adjusted within the range of 1 - 10.
* The song pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* The song part setting cycles through part 1, part 2, and parts 1&2.

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to return to
the Internal Song Play screen.

4. Exiting song play mode
Press a SOUND button to exit the Internal Song Player.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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3 Erasing a Part/Song
This function is used to erase recorder parts that have been recorded incorrectly or songs that are no longer listened
to. Once a part/song has been erased from memory it cannot be recovered.

1. Entering song erase mode
Press the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons simultaneously.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will start
to flash, and the Erase Song screen with the currently selected
song and part number will be shown in the LCD display.

Delete
“3&$
Song1 Part=1*

2. Selecting a song and part(s) to be erased
Press the REW or FF buttons to select the internal song memory
(1-3) to be erased.

Delete
“3&$
Song2 Part=1&2*
Parts have been recorded

Recorder

Then press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the part
number(s) (1, 2, or 1&2) of the selected song to be erased.
* If a part has already been recorded, a * symbol will be shown.

3. Erasing the selected song and part(s)
Press the REC button.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display,
prompting to confirm or cancel the erase operation.

Are you sure?
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Press the VALUE c button to confirm the erase operation and
return to the Internal Song Player screen.
or

Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the erase operation.

„ Erasing all recorder songs from memory
Press and hold the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons, then turn the
instrument’s power off/on.
All recorder songs stored in memory will be erased.
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The CN34 digital piano is also capable of recording performances as digital audio - saving the data to a USB memory
device in either MP3 or WAV format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced
directly on the instrument - without the need for additional sound equipment - then emailed to band members,
listened to away from the instrument, or edited and remixed further using an audio workstation.

„ Audio Recorder format specifications
Audio Format

Specifications

Bitrate

MP3

44.1 kHz, 16 bit, Stereo

192 kbit/s (fixed)

WAV

44.1 kHz, 16 bit, Stereo

1,411 kbit/s (uncompressed)

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
MP3 codec is Copyright (c) 1995-2007, SPIRIT.

1 Recording an Audio file
1. Entering USB recorder mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the REC button, then press the MENU d button to select
the ‘USB Recorder’ function.

Recorder

The LED indicator for the REC and USB buttons will start to flash,
and the USB Recorder screen will be shown in the LCD display.

2. Selecting the audio recorder file format
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the desired audio
recorder file format (MP3 or WAV).

USB Record
Format = MP3
* MP3 audio files require less storage space than WAV audio files.
* A 1 GB USB memory device can store over 12 hours of MP3 audio
data.

3. Starting the audio recorder
Press a key on the keyboard.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn
on, and recording will start.

or

The recording status will also be shown in the LCD display.

USB Record
MP3
00´10"
-RECRecording time

* Recording can also be started by pressing the PLAY/STOP button,
allowing a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of
the song.

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4. Stopping the audio recorder, saving to USB
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn
off, and recording will stop.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display,
prompting to save the recorded audio file.

Save to USB?
:FT“3&$ /P“4501

REC
Continue (Yes)

Press the REC button to continue, or the PLAY/STOP button to
cancel the save operation.

PLAY/STOP
Cancel (No)

* If cancelled, the audio recorder will return to the previous screen.

5. Naming the recorded audio file, confirming save
After pressing the REC button to continue the save:
The filename entry screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Filename:
“3&$
Jazzy Tune MP3
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the d or c MENU buttons to move the cursor.

d or c MENU
Move cursor.

d or c VALUE
Select character.

Recorder

Press the REC button again to save the recorded audio file with
the specified filename.
After a few seconds, the Audio Player screen will be shown in
the LCD display, indicating that the song is ready for playback.

Jazzy Tune.MP3
00´00" Vol.=5
To play back the recorded audio file, please refer to the ‘Playing an
Audio File’ instructions on page 51.

* ‘Audio-000.MP3’ or ‘Audio-000.WAV’ will be used as the default name
for the recorded audio files, with the number increasing automatically.
* Save files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.
* The saved audio file will be stored in the root folder of the USB memory
device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.
* The audio recorder will only record sounds produced by the instrument.
Devices connected via the LINE IN jacks will not be recorded.

„Overwriting a file
If the specified filename already exists:
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display,
prompting to confirm or cancel the overwrite operation.

Overwrite file?
:FT“3&$ /P“4501
Press the REC button to confirm the overwrite, or the PLAY/STOP
button to cancel.
* If cancelled, the audio recorder will return to the saving screen (step 4).

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REC
Continue (Yes)

PLAY/STOP
Cancel (No)

2 Playing an Audio file
The CN34 digital piano is also capable of playing MP3 and WAV audio files stored on a USB memory device directly
through the instrument’s speaker system. This function is particularly useful when attempting to learn the chords
or melody to a new piece, or to simply play along with one’s favourite song.

„ Audio Player supported format specifications
Audio Format

Specifications

Bitrate

MP3

32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz, Mono/Stereo

8-320 kbit/s (fixed & variable)

WAV

32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz, Mono/Stereo, 16 bit

-

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
MP3 codec is Copyright (c) 1995-2007, SPIRIT.

„ Preparing the USB memory device
First, prepare a selection of MP3 or WAV audio files, copying the
data to a USB memory device.
* USB devices should be formatted to use the ‘FAT’ or ‘FAT32’ filesystems.
Please refer to page 107 for more information.

1. Entering USB playback mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.

Recorder

Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU d button to
select the ‘USB Player’ function.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and
the file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.
* The LED indicator for the USB button will start to flash.

„ File selection screen
The file selection screen provides a listing of relevant files and
folders stored on the connected USB device.
The
The

‚ symbol is used to indicate the selected file/folder.
< > symbols are used to indicate a folder.

An example of a typical file/folder listing screen is shown below.
The visible screen height has been extended for the purpose of
this illustration.

[Parent Dir

>
MID
MP3
MP3
WAV

c MENU
Select file/folder.

d or c VALUE
Move cursor.

Previous folder
Folders

* Files and folders will be listed in alphabetical order, with folders
shown at the top of the screen.
* When the USB Player function is selected, only MP3, WAV, and MID
files will be shown.

Files

* The LCD display is capable of showing filenames with a maximum
length of 11 characters (+3 character suffix). Filenames longer than 11
characters will be truncated automatically.

Selection cursor

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2. Selecting and playing an audio file
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU c button to select the file.
The audio play screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Man's World.mp3
00´00" Vol.=5
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on and the
selected audio file will start to play.
* To activate the ‘Chain Play’ mode, press and hold the PLAY/STOP
button when selecting the file. The contents of the current folder
will be played in alphabetical order after the initial file has finished
playing.

* If the selected audio file contains embedded metadata (e.g. ID3 tags)
such as artist name and song title, this information will be shown
beside the filename, on the top line of the LCD display.

„ Controlling audio file playback
While the audio file is playing:
Press the REW or FF buttons to rewind or advance the playing
position of the audio file.
Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end points
of the loop.

Recorder

* Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop.

Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume playback.

PLAY/STOP
Pause/resume
audio playback.
RESET
Reset audio to
beginning.

Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the audio
file.

„ Adjusting the audio file playback volume
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the playback volume.
* The playback volume can be adjusted within the range of 1 - 10.

3. Exiting USB playback mode
Press the USB button to exit the USB Player.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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* There may be a noticeable difference in volume between audio
file playback and the CN34 keyboard sound. When playing back
MP3/WAV audio data, please adjust the volume of the audio file as
desired.

REW and FF
Rewind/advance
playing position.
A-B LOOP
Set start/end
points of loop.

3 Recording a MIDI file
This useful function allows 16 track SMF (Standard MIDI File) format songs to be recorded directly on the instrument,
or for existing song files to be edited/modified without the need for additional sound equipment.

„ Song Recorder format specifications
Song Format

Specifications

MID

Format 0

1. Entering USB recorder mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the REC button, then press the MENU d button to select
the ‘USB Recorder’ function.
The LED indicator for the REC and USB buttons will start to flash,
and the USB Recorder screen will be shown in the LCD display.
* It is also possible to re-record to an existing song. Before pressing the
REC button, select the MIDI file and enter USB playback mode.
Please refer to the ‘Playing a MIDI File’ instructions on page 55.

2. Selecting the recorder file format
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the MID format.

Recorder

USB Record
Format = MID
3. Selecting the part (track) to record
Press the REC button.
The part select screen will be shown in the LCD display.
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the part to recoed.
* Part 10 is reserved as a drum track. When selecting Part 10, only drum
sounds can be played. Similarly, drum sounds can only be played on
Part 10.

* When the Rec Part is set to MIDI, all data received from the MIDI IN
jack will be recorded on Parts 1-16, according to the MIDI channel.
* An asterisk (*) symbol will be shown beside the part number to
indicate that the part has been recording and contains song data.

4. Starting the recorder
Press a key on the keyboard.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn
on, and recording will start.

or

The recording status will also be shown in the LCD display.

Rec Part=1
1-1
œ=120

* Recording can also be started by pressing the PLAY/STOP button,
allowing a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of
the song.

Bar and beat no.

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5. Stopping the song recorder, saving to USB
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn
off, and recording will stop.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display,
prompting to save the recorded SMF.

Save to USB?
:FT“3&$ /P“4501
Press the REC button to continue, or the PLAY/STOP button to
cancel the save operation.

REC
Continue (Yes)

* If cancelled, the MIDI recorder will return to the previous screen.

PLAY/STOP
Cancel (No)

6. Naming the recorded song file, confirming save
After pressing the REC button to continue the save:
The filename entry screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Filename:
“3&$
Jazzy Tune MID
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the d or c MENU buttons to move the cursor.

d or c MENU
Move cursor.

d or c VALUE
Select character.

Recorder

Press the REC button again to save the recorded audio file with
the specified filename.
After a few seconds, the MIDI Player screen will be shown in the
LCD display, indicating that the song is ready for playback.

Jazzy Tune.MID/J
1-1
œ=120

* ‘Song-000.MID’ will be used as the default name for the recorded
SMF, with the number increasing automatically.

To record another part (track) repeat steps 3 and 4.

* Save files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

To play back the recorded MIDI file, please refer to the ‘Playing a
MIDI File’ instructions on page 55.

* The saved SMF will be stored in the root folder of the USB memory
device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

„ Overwriting a file
If the specified filename already exists:
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display,
prompting to confirm or cancel the overwrite operation.

Overwrite file?
:FT“3&$ /P“4501
Press the REC button to confirm the overwrite, or the PLAY/STOP
button to cancel.
* If cancelled, the audio recorder will return to the saving screen (step 5).

REC
Continue (Yes)

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PLAY/STOP
Cancel (No)

4 Playing a MIDI file
The CN34 digital piano also supports the playback of Standard MIDI File (SMF) song files stored on a USB memory
device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite
Progressive Harmonic Imaging sound engine.

„ Song Player supported format specifications
Song Format

Specifications

MID

Format 0, Format 1

„ Preparing the USB memory device
First, prepare a selection of MID (SMF) song files, copying the
data to a USB memory device.
* USB devices should be formatted to use the ‘FAT’ or ‘FAT32’ filesystems.
Please refer to page 107 for more information.

1. Entering USB playback mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.

Recorder

Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU d button to
select the ‘USB Player’ function.
The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.
* Please refer to page 51 for information about the file selection
screen.

2. Selecting and playing a MIDI file.
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU c button to select the MIDI file.
The MIDI player screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Cardova.mid/Mete
1-2
œ=120
Bar and beat no.

Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on and the
selected MIDI file will start to play.
* To activate the ‘Chain Play’ mode, press and hold the PLAY/STOP
button when selecting the file. The contents of the current folder
will be played in alphabetical order after the initial file has finished
playing.

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„ Controlling MIDI file playback
While the MIDI file is playing:
Press the REW or FF buttons to rewind or advance the playing
position of the MIDI file.
Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end points
of the loop.
* Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop.

Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume playback.
Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the MIDI file.

PLAY/STOP
Pause/resume
song playback.
RESET
Reset song to
beginning.

REW and FF
Rewind/advance
playing position.
A-B LOOP
Set start/end
points of loop.

„ Adjusting the MIDI file playback tempo
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the playback tempo.
* The playback tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10 -400.

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„ Adjusting playback settings (playback menu)
The playback menu features settings to adjust the MIDI file’s song
volume, and pitch (transpose), and select the muting parts.
While the MIDI file is playing:

Recorder

Press the d or c MENU buttons to enter the playback menu
and select the desired setting, then press the d or c VALUE
buttons to adjust the setting value.

Song Volume
= 5
* The song volume setting can be adjusted within the range of 1 -10.
* The song pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* The song part setting allows each of the 16 parts (tracks) of the SMF
song to be individually muted or played.
Press the c VALUE button to enter the song part screen.
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to mute/play the part (track).
Press the d or c MENU buttons to move the selection cursor.
A ‘‚‘ symbol is used to indicate a playing part.
An ‘X‘ smbol is used to indicate a muted part.
An ‘-‘ symbol is used to indicate an empty part.
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to return to the
playback menu.

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to return to
the song player screen.

3. Exiting USB playback mode
Press the USB button to exit the USB Player.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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5 Converting a Song to an Audio file
The CN34 digital piano allows recorder songs stored in internal memory to be played back and saved (converted)
as an audio file to a USB device in either MP3 or WAV format.

1. Selecting a song
After recording a song to internal memory:
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU c button to
select the ‘Int. Player’ function.
The Internal Song Player screen will be shown in the LCD
display.

Song1
1-1

Part=1*
œ=120

Press the REW or FF buttons to select the desired internal song
memory, and the d or c VALUE buttons to select the desired
part(s).

2. Selecting the Convert to Audio function

Recorder

Press the USB button.
The Convert to Audio function will be shown in the LCD display.

Convert to Audio
Format = MP3
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the desired audio file
format for the converted song.

3. Starting the conversion
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn
on, and conversion will start.
The conversion status will also be shown in the LCD display.
* Notes played on the keyboard will also be recorded to the audio file.

Song1 Part=1*
00´00" Convert

* When the end of the song is reached, the conversion will stop and the
save confirmation screen will be shown automatically.

4. Naming and saving the converted audio file
Please follow the ‘Recording an Audio File’ instructions on page 50 from step 4.

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6 Deleting an Audio/MIDI file
This function is used to delete MP3/WAV audio files or MIDI song files stored on a USB device.
Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered.

1. Entering USB playback mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU d button to
select the ‘USB Player’ function.
The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.
* Please refer to page 51 for information about the file selection screen.

2. Selecting the audio/MIDI file to be deleted.
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU c button to select the audio/MIDI file.
The USB player screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Recorder

Audio-001.MP3
00´00" Vol.=5

3. Deleting the selected audio/MIDI file
Press the REC button and PLAY/STOP buttons simultaneously.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will start
to flash, and the Delete screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Delete
Audio-001

“3&$
MP3

Press the REC button.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display,
prompting to confirm or cancel the erase operation.

Are you sure?
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Press the VALUE c button to confirm the erase operation and
return to the Internal Song Player screen.
or

Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the erase operation.

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The USB Menu contains functions to load/save registration memories and recorder songs from/to a USB memory
device. This menu also allows files to be renamed and deleted, and for the USB memory device to be formatted.

„ USB Menu functions
Page no. Function

Description

1

Load Int. Song

Load a recorder song from a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory.

2

Load Regist

Load registration memories (single or all) from a USB memory device into the instrument.

3

Save SMF Song

Save a recorder song stored in internal memory to a USB memory device as an SMF (MIDI) file.

4

Save Int. Song

Save a recorder song stored in internal memory to a USB memory device.

5

Save Regist

Save registration memories (single or all) from the instrument to a USB memory device.

6

Rename File

Rename a file stored on a USB memory device.

7

Delete File

Delete a file stored on a USB memory device.

8

Format USB

Format a USB memory device, erasing all stored data.

1. Entering the USB Menu
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the USB button.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn on, and the first
page of the USB Menu will be shown in the LCD display.

1 Load Int. Song
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2. Selecting the desired USB Menu function

USB Functions

Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different
USB Menu function pages.

3 Save SMF Song
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Press the VALUE c button to select the function.

3. Exiting the USB Menu
Press the USB button to exit the USB Menu.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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1 Load Internal Song
The Load Internal Song function is used to load recorder songs stored on a USB memory device into the
instrument’s internal memory.

1. Selecting the Load Int. Song function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Load Int. Song function.
The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing
song files stored on the USB memory device.
* Please refer to page 51 for information about the file selection screen.

‚Kendo Strut KSO
FnkyMiracle KSO
Recorder song

2. Selecting the song file to be loaded
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU c button to select the song file.

‚FnkyMiracle KSO
Simple Song KSO

The memory selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.

3. Selecting the song memory
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the internal song
memory for the song to be loaded into.
* If a song memory contains song data, a * symbol will be shown.

Load to:
= Song1*

“3&$
Contains song data

USB Functions

4. Loading the selected song
Press the REC button to load the selected song.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.

Are you sure?
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Press the VALUE c button to confirm the load operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the load operation.

Completed.
To play back the loaded song, please refer to the ‘Playing a Song’
instructions on page 46.

5. Exiting the Load Int. Song function
Press the USB button to exit the Load Int. Song function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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2 Load Registration
The Load Registration function is used to load registration memories stored on a USB memory device into the
instrument’s internal memory. There are two types of registration file: ‘Single’ and ‘All’.

„ Registration file types
Registration type

Description

File extension

Single

A file containing a single registration memory.

KM6

All

A file containing all 9 registration memories.

KM3

1. Selecting the Load Regist function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

2 Load Regist
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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Load Regist function.
The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing
the registration files stored on the USB memory device.
* Please refer to page 51 for information about the file selection screen.

‚Rhodes+Bass KM6
PianoStrngs KM6
Registration file

2. Selecting the registration file to be loaded
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU c button to select the registration file.

‚Rhodes+Bass KM6
PianoStrngs KM6

The memory selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the registration
memory for the registration to be loaded into.
* If an ‘All Registration’ file is selected, this step will be skipped.

Load to:
= 1

USB Functions

3. Selecting the registration memory

“3&$

4. Loading the selected registration
Press the REC button to load the selected registration.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.

Are you sure?
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Press the VALUE c button to confirm the load operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the load operation.

Completed.
To use the loaded registration, please refer to the Registration
instructions on page 32.

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3 Save SMF Song
The Save SMF Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB
memory device as a Standard MIDI File (SMF).

1. Selecting the Save SMF Song function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

3 Save SMF Song
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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Save SMF Song function.
The song selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Save SMF
= Song1*

“3&$

Save SMF
= Song3*

“3&$

Filename:
Song-000

“3&$
MID

2. Selecting the song to be saved
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the internal song
memory to be saved.
Press the REC button to continue.
The filename entry screen will be shown in the LCD display.

3. Naming the SMF song
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the d or c MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Save files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

Filename:
“3&$
Streetlife MID

USB Functions

* The saved SMF file will be stored in the root folder of the USB memory
device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

4. Saving the SMF song
Press the REC button again to save the SMF song with the
specified filename.

Are you sure?
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A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.
Press the VALUE c button to confirm the save operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the save operation.

5. Exiting the Save SMF Song function
Press the USB button to exit the Save SMF Song function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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Completed.

4 Save Internal Song
The Save Internal Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB
memory device in the CN34’s native song format.

1. Selecting the Save Int. Song function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

4 Save Int. Song
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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Save Int. Song function.
The song selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.

4BWF*OU4POH“3&$
= Song1*

2. Selecting the song to be saved
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the internal song
memory to be saved.

4BWF*OU4POH“3&$
= Song3*

Press the REC button to continue.
The filename entry screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Filename:
Song-000

“3&$
KSO

3. Naming the song
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the d or c MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Save files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

Filename:
“3&$
Streetlife KSO

USB Functions

* The saved song will be stored in the root folder of the USB memory
device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

4. Saving the song
Press the REC button again to save the recorded song with the
specified filename.

Are you sure?
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A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.
Press the VALUE c button to confirm the save operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the save operation.

Completed.

5. Exiting the Save Song function
Press the USB button to exit the Save Song function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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5 Save Registration
The Save Registration function is used to save registration memories stored in the instrument to a USB memory
device. There are two types of registration file: ‘Single’ and ‘All’.

„ Registration file types
Registration type

Description

File extension

Single

A file containing a single registration memory.

KM6

All

A file containing all 9 registration memories.

KM3

1. Selecting the Save Regist function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

5 Save Regist
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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Save Regist function.
The memory selection screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Save Regist “3&$
= All

2. Selecting the registration memory to be saved
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the registration
memory to be saved.
* The ‘All’ option will save all registration memories to a single file.

Save Regist “3&$
= 2

Press the REC button to continue.

USB Functions

The filename entry screen will be shown in the LCD display.

Filename:
“3&$
OneReg-000 KM6

3. Naming the registration file
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the d or c MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Save files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

Filename:
DonnyH.

“3&$
KM6

* The saved registration will be stored in the root folder of the USB
memory device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

4. Saving the registration file
Press the REC button again to save the recorded registration
with the specified filename.

Are you sure?
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A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.
Press the VALUE c button to confirm the save operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the save operation.

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Completed.

6 Rename File
The Rename File function is used to rename song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device.

1. Selecting the Rename File function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

6 Rename
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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Rename File function.
The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing
song, audio, and registration files stored on the USB memory
device.

‚Audio-002
Audio-003

MP3
MP3

‚Audio-003
Audio-004

MP3
MP3

* Please refer to page 51 for information about the file selection screen.

2. Selecting the file to be renamed
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU c button to select the file.
The filename entry screen will be shown in the LCD display.

3. Renaming the selected file
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the d or c MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

Filename:
James'G

“3&$
MP3

Press the REC button to rename the file.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.

USB Functions

4. Confirming the rename

Are you sure?
“1SFTT 7"-6&è

Press the VALUE c button to confirm the rename operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the rename operation.

Completed.
5. Exiting the Rename File function
Press the USB button to exit the Rename File function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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7 Delete File
The Delete File function is used to delete song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device.
Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered.

1. Selecting the Delete File function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

7 Delete
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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Delete File function.
The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing
song, audio, and registration files stored on the USB memory
device.

‚Audio-002
Audio-003

MP3
MP3

‚Audio-003
Audio-004

MP3
MP3

* Please refer to page 51 for information about the file selection screen.

2. Selecting the file to be deleted
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU c button to select the file.

3. Confirming the delete
Press the REC button to delete the file.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.

Are you sure?
“1SFTT 7"-6&è

Press the VALUE c button to confirm the delete operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the delete operation.

USB Functions

Completed.
4. Exiting the Delete File function
Press the USB button to exit the Delete File function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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8 Format USB
The Format USB function is used to format the connected USB memory device, erasing all stored data.
The USB Format function will erase all data stored on the connected USB memory device.
Exercise caution when using this function in order to prevent accidental data loss.

1. Selecting the Format USB function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to
enter the USB Menu.

8 Format
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Press the d or c MENU buttons then the VALUE c button to
select the Format USB function.
An initial confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.

Format ?
:FT“3&$ /P“4501

2. Confirming the format operation (initial confirmation)
Press the REC button to confirm the format operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the format operation.

Are you sure?
“1SFTT 7"-6&è

If the REC button is pressed, a final confirmation message will be
shown in the LCD display.

3. Confirming the format operation (final confirmation)

Are you sure?
“1SFTT 7"-6&è
USB Functions

Press the VALUE c button to confirm the format operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the format operation.

Formatting...
30%

Completed.
4. Exiting the Format USB function
Press the USB button to exit the Format USB function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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Settings Menus
The Settings menus contain a variety of options to adjust the CN34’s operation and sound. Settings are grouped
by category, providing convenient access to relevant controls. Once adjusted, settings can be stored to one of the
instrument’s 9 registration memories, or selected as the default power-on settings with the User Memory function.

„ Entering the Settings menus
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display:
Press the d or c MENU buttons.
The first settings menu (Basic Settings) will be shown in the LCD
display.

1 Basic Settings
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Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different
settings menus, then press the VALUE c button to enter the
selected menu.

„ Exiting the Settings menus
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to return to
the main settings menu.
Press a SOUND button to return to normal playing mode.

„ Overview of Settings menus
1. Basic Settings

2. Virtual Technician

Equaliser, Speaker Volume, Phones Volume, Line Out Volume,

Damper Resonance, String Resonance, Key-off Effect,

Audio Rec Gain, Tuning, Damper Hold, Four Hands,

Fallback Noise, Temperament, Key of Temperament

User Memory, Factory Reset

Settings

4. MIDI Settings
3. Key Settings

MIDI Channel, Send Program Change No., Local Control,

Lower Octave Shift, Lower Pedal On/Off, Layer Octave Shift,

Transmit Program Change No., Multi-timbral Mode, Channel Mute

Layer Dynamics

5. Power Settings
Auto Power Off

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The Basic settings menu contains settings to adjust the pitch, tuning, and general sound of the instrument.
This menu also allows favourite panel settings to be stored, or reset back to the original factory configuration.

„ Basic Settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

1-1

Equaliser

Change the EQ settings of the instrument’s sound.

Off

1-2

Speaker Volume

Change the maximum volume level of the speaker output.

Normal

1-3

Phones Volume

Change the maximum volume level of the headphones output.

Normal

1-4

Line Out Volume

Adjust the output volume of the Line Out connectors.

10

1-5

Audio Rec Gain

Increase or decrease the recording level of the MP3/WAV audio recorder.

0 dB

1-6

Tuning

Increase or decrease the pitch of the instrument in 0.5 Hz steps.

440.0 Hz

1-7

Damper Hold

Change the effect of pressing the sustain pedal on organ, string, etc. sounds.

Off

1-8

Four Hands

Enable the ‘Four Hands Mode’ function.

Off

1-9

User Memory

Store current panel settings as the default (power-on) configuration.

-

1-10

Factory Reset

Restore all panel settings to the original factory configuration.

-

* Default settings will be shown in the first LCD display illustration (i.e. Step 1) for each setting explanation below.

„ Entering the Basic Settings menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display:
Press the d or c MENU buttons.
The Basic Settings page will be shown in the LCD display.

1 Basic Settings
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Press the VALUE c button to enter the Basic Settings menu.
The first page of the Basic Settings menu will be shown in the
LCD display

„ Selecting the desired setting

Settings

After entering the Basic Settings menu:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different
settings pages.
Settings page no.

1-1 Equaliser
= Off

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1-1 Equaliser (EQ)
The Equaliser function allows the overall sound character of the CN34 digital piano to be adjusted to ensure the
best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are five different preset EQ types available,
with an additional ‘User’ setting allowing finer control over the different frequency bands.

„ Equaliser types
Equaliser type

Description

Off (default)

The equaliser is turned off, and the sound character is unchanged.

Loudness

Emphasises frequencies to retain the instrument’s sound character when playing at low volume levels.

Bass Boost

Emphasises low-range frequencies, creating a deeper sound.

Treble Boost

Emphasises high-range frequencies, creating a brighter sound.

Mid Cut

Reduces mid-range frequencies, creating a clearer sound.

User

Allows the low, mid, and high-range frequency bands to be adjusted separately.

1. Selecting the Equaliser setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
The Equaliser setting will be selected automatically.

1-1 Equaliser
= Off

2. Changing the Equaliser type
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
equaliser types.
* Any changes made to the equaliser type or User EQ settings will
remain until the power is turned off.
* Preferred Equaliser settings can be stored to a Registration memory
for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

3. Exiting the Equaliser setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Equaliser setting and return to the main settings menu.

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1-1 Equaliser
= Off

1-1 Equaliser
= Bass Boost

„ User EQ setting
User EQ bands

Description

Low

Adjusts the low range frequency band.

Mid-low

Adjusts the mid-low range frequency band.

Mid-high

Adjusts the mid-high range frequency band.

High

Adjusts the high range frequency band.

1. Selecting the User EQ setting
While the Equaliser type screen is shown in the LCD display:
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
equaliser types. When the ‘User’ type is selected, press the
MENU c button.
The User EQ setting screen will be shown in the LCD display.

1-1 Equaliser
= User

1-1 User Low
= 0 dB

2. Adjusting the User EQ bands (low/mid/high)
Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different
User EQ bands, then press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust
the value of the selected band.

1-1 User Low
= 0 dB

* Each User EQ band can be adjusted within the range of –6 dB - +6 dB

1-1 User High
= +6 dB
3. Exiting the User EQ setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
User EQ settings screen and return to the main settings menu.

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1-2 Speaker Volume
The Speaker Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the CN34 digital piano’s speaker output to be
reduced, providing finer adjustment control over the master volume. This setting can also function as a volume
limiter, preventing the instrument from being played too loudly in the home or classroom etc.
* This setting does not affect the headphones or Line Out volume.

„ Speaker Volume settings
Speaker Volume

Description

Normal (default)

The instrument’s speakers will output sound at the normal volume level.

Low

The instrument’s speakers will output sound at a reduced volume level.

1. Selecting the Speaker Volume setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Speaker Volume
setting.

1-2 Speaker Vol.
= Normal

2. Changing the Speaker Volume setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to alternate between ‘Normal’
and ‘Low’ speaker volume settings.
* Any changes made to the Speaker Volume setting will remain until
the power is turned off.
* Preferred Speaker Volume settings will not be stored to a Registration
memory, but can be stored to the instrument’s User memory for
convenient recall. Please refer to page 79 for more information.

3. Exiting the Speaker Volume setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Speaker Volume setting and return to the main settings menu.

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1-2 Speaker Vol.
= Normal

1-2 Speaker Vol.
= Low

1-3 Phones Volume
The Phones Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the headphones output to be increased.
The default setting for Phones Volume is ‘Normal’ in order to protect an individual’s ears from excessive volume
levels. The ‘High’ setting may be selected when using headphones with a high impedance, or in situations where it
is desirable to increase the maximum volume level of the headphones output.
* This setting does not affect the speaker or Line Out volume.

„ Phones Volume settings
Phones Volume

Description

Normal (default)

The instrument’s headphone connectors will output sound at the normal volume level.

High

The instrument’s headphone connectors will output sound at an increased volume level.

1. Selecting the Phones Volume setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Phones Volume
setting.

1-3 Phones Vol.
= Normal

2. Changing the Phones Volume setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to alternate between ‘Normal’
and ‘High’ phones volume settings.
* Any changes made to the Phones Volume setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Phones Volume settings will not be stored to a Registration
memory, but can be stored to the instrument’s User memory for
convenient recall. Please refer to page 79 for more information.

1-3 Phones Vol.
= Normal

1-3 Phones Vol.
= High

3. Exiting the Phones Volume setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Phones Volume setting and return to the main settings menu.

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1-4 Line Out Volume
The Line Out Volume setting allows the level of the instrument’s Line Out output to be adjusted. This setting may
be useful when connecting the CN34 digital piano to mixers and other audio equipment.
* This setting does not affect the speaker or headphone volume.

1. Selecting the Line Out Volume setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Line Out Volume
setting.

1-4 LineOut Vol.
= 10

2. Adjusting the Line Out Volume setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the Line Out Volume
setting.
* The Line Out Volume setting can be adjusted within the range of
0 (no sound) to 10 (full volume).
* Any changes made to the Line Out Volume setting will remain until
the power is turned off.
* Preferred Line Out Volume settings will not be stored to a Registration
memory, but can be stored to the instrument’s User memory for
convenient recall. Please refer to page 79 for more information.

3. Exiting the Line Out Volume setting
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Line Out Volume setting and return to the main settings menu.

„ Jump to Line Out Volume setting shortcut
It is also possible to access the Line Out Volume setting directly
using the following shortcut:
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously while sound
name is shown in the LCD display in normal playing mode.

Settings

The Line Out Volume setting will briefly be shown in the LCD
display.

LineOut Vol.
= 10
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the Line Out Volume
setting.
To exit the Line Out Volume setting and return to the previous
screen, press a SOUND button.

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1-4 LineOut Vol.
= 10

1-4 LineOut Vol.
= 3

1-5 Audio Recorder Gain
The Audio Recorder Gain setting allows the recording level of MP3/WAV audio files to be adjusted. While the
instrument’s default audio recorder level is optimised to capture the broad dynamic range of a grand piano, there
may be occasions where it is desirable to increase or decrease this gain setting for certain types of music.

1. Selecting the Audio Recorder Gain setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Audio Recorder
Gain setting.

1-5 AudioRecGain
= 0 dB

2. Adjusting the Audio Recorder Gain setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the Audio Recorder
Gain setting.
* The Audio Recorder Gain can be adjusted within the range of 0 dB
- +15 dB.
* Increasing the Audio Recorder Gain may result in distorted recordings
when playing loud/fortissimo passages.
* Any changes made to the Audio Recorder Gain setting will remain
until the power is turned off.

1-5 AudioRecGain
= 0 dB

1-5 AudioRecGain
= +10 dB

* Preferred Audio Recorder Gain settings will not be stored to a
Registration memory, but can be stored to the instrument’s User
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 79 for more
information.

3. Exiting the Audio Recorder Gain setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Audio Recorder Gain setting and return to the main settings
menu.

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1-6 Tuning
The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the CN34 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and
may therefore prove useful when playing with other pitched instruments.

1. Selecting the Tuning setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Tuning setting.

1-6 Tuning
= 440.0 Hz

2. Adjusting the Tuning setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the
value of the Tuning setting in 0.5 Hz steps.
* The Tuning setting can be adjusted within the range of 427.0 Hz 453.0 Hz.
* Any changes made to the Tuning setting will remain until the power
is turned off.
* Preferred Tuning settings can be stored to a Registration memory for
convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

3. Exiting the Tuning setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Tuning setting and return to the main settings menu.

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1-6 Tuning
= 440.0 Hz

1-6 Tuning
= 437.5 Hz

1-7 Damper Hold
The Damper Hold setting is used to determine whether sounds such as organ or strings should be sustained
continuously when the sustain (damper) pedal is pressed, or whether these sounds should decay, naturally.

„ Damper Hold settings
Damper Hold

Description

Off (default)

Organ, string, etc. sounds will gradually decay, even while the sustain pedal is pressed.

On

Organ, string, etc. sounds will be sustained continuously while the sustain pedal is pressed.

1. Selecting the Damper Hold setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Damper Hold
setting.

1-7 Damper Hold
= Off

2. Changing the Damper Hold setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to turn the Damper Hold
setting on or off.

1-7 Damper Hold
= Off

* Any changes made to the Damper Hold setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Damper Hold settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

1-7 Damper Hold
= On

3. Exiting the Damper Hold setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Damper Hold setting and return to the main settings menu.

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1-8 Four Hands
The Four Hands setting provides an alternative method to enabling the Four Hands Mode function, and may prove
useful in teaching environments or situations where this function should be enabled automatically every time the
CN34 digital piano is turned on.
* Please refer to page 22 for information about the Four Hands Mode function.

„ Four Hands settings
Four Hands

Description

Off (default)

Four Hands Mode will be turned off by default.

On

Four Hands Mode will be turned on by default.

1. Selecting the Four Hands setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Four Hands setting.

1-8 Four Hands
= Off

2. Changing the Four Hands setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to turn the Four Hands setting
on or off.
* When enabled, the LED indicator for the SPLIT button will start to
flash.
* Any changes made to the Four Hands setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Four Hands settings can be stored to a Registration memory
for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

3. Exiting the Four Hands setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Four Hands setting and return to the main settings menu.

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1-8 Four Hands
= Off

1-8 Four Hands
= On

1-9 User Memory
The User Memory function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and
automatically recalled as the default settings every time the CN34 digital piano is turned on.

„
Settings stored in User Memories
General

Settings

Selected sound

Basic Settings

Dual Mode / Split Mode (sounds, split point)

Virtual Technician

Reverb, Effects, Touch, Transpose (Key Transpose only)

Key Settings

Metronome (Beat, Tempo, Volume)

MIDI Settings
* Auto Power Off setting is stored to User Memory automatically.

1. Selecting the User Memory function
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the User Memory
function.

1-9 User Memory
Save? “1SFTT REC

2. Storing current settings to User Memory
Press the REC button.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.

1-9 User Memory
Save? “1SFTT REC

Press the VALUE c button to confirm the store operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the store operation.
* After storing the User Memory settings, the instrument will exit the
settings menu and return to normal playing mode.

Are you sure?
“1SFTT 7"-6&è

Completed.

Settings

3. Exiting the User Memory function
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
User Memory function and return to the main settings menu.

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1-10 Factory Reset
The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the User Memory function above, restoring the CN34
digital piano back to its factory default settings.
* This function does not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory.

1. Selecting the Factory Reset function
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 69):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Factory Reset
function.

1-10 FactryReset
3FTFU “1SFTT REC

2. Restoring factory settings
Press the REC button.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display.

1-10 FactryReset
3FTFU “1SFTT REC

Press the VALUE c button to confirm the reset operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to to cancel the reset operation.
* After performing a factory reset, the instrument will exit the settings
menu and return to normal playing mode.

Are you sure?
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Settings

Completed.

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Virtual Technician
An experienced piano technician is essential to fully realise the potential of a fine acoustic piano. In addition to
meticulously tuning each note, the technician also performs numerous regulation and voicing adjustments that
allow the instrument to truly sing.
The Virtual Technician settings of the CN34 digital piano simulate these refinements digitally, allowing performers
to shape various aspects of the instrument’s character to suit their personal preferences.

„ Virtual Technician
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

2-1

Damper Resonance

Adjust the resonance that is heard when pressing the damper pedal.

5

2-2

String Resonance

Adjust the resonance that is heard when notes are held.

5

2-3

Key-off Effect

Adjust the volume of the sound that is heard when keys are released.

5

2-4

Fall-back Noise

Adjust the volume of the sound that is heard when the key action falls back.

5

2-5

Temperament

Adjust the tuning system to suit Renaissance and Baroque periods etc.

Equal Temp.

Temperament Key

Adjust the key of the selected tuning system.

C

* Default settings will be shown in the first LCD display illustration (i.e. Step 1) for each setting explanation below.

„ Entering the Virtual Technician menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Virtual Technician
menu.

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Press the VALUE c button to enter the Virtual Technician menu.
The first page of the Virtual Technician menu will be shown in
the LCD display

„Selecting the desired setting

Settings

After entering the Virtual Technician menu:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different
settings pages.
Settings page no.

2-1 Damper Reso
= 5

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2-1 Damper Resonance
Pressing the damper pedal of an acoustic piano raises all dampers, allowing the strings to vibrate freely. When a
note or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal pressed, not only will the strings of the notes played
vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance.
The CN34 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of
this resonance sound to be adjusted.

1. Selecting the Damper Resonance setting
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 81):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Damper Resonance
setting.

2-1 Damper Reso.
= 5

2. Adjusting the Damper Resonance volume
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of the
Damper Resonance setting.
* The Damper Resonance volume can be adjusted within the range of
Off, 1 - 10, with higher values resulting in a louder effect.
* Any changes made to the Damper Resonance setting will remain until
the power is turned off.
* Preferred Damper Resonance settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

3. Exiting the Damper Resonance setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Damper Resonance setting and return to the main settings
menu.

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2-1 Damper Reso.
= 5

2-1 Damper Reso.
= 2

2-2 String Resonance
String Resonance refers to a phenomenon that exists in acoustic pianos whereby the strings of held notes resonate
‘sympathetically’ with other notes of the same harmonic series.
The CN34 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the String Resonance setting allowing the volume of this
resonance to be adjusted.

„ Demonstrating String Resonance
To experience the string resonance phenomenon, gently hold down the ‘C’ key as shown in the illustration below, then press any of
the keys marked with a z symbol. In addition to the sound of each note played, it should also be possible to hear the strings of the
first ‘C’ key resonating ‘sympathetically’, thus demonstrating String Resonance.
DA

F G

B

F G

C

G

C

E

G

BA

C D E

G

C

ho
ld

C

BA

1. Selecting the String Resonance setting
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 81):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the String Resonance
setting.

2-2 String Reso.
= 5

2. Adjusting the String Resonance volume

* The String Resonance volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1 - 10, with higher values resulting in a louder effect.
* Any changes made to the String Resonance setting will remain until
the power is turned off.
* Preferred String Resonance settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

2-2 String Reso.
= 5

2-2 String Reso.
= 8
Settings

Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of the
String Resonance setting.

3. Exiting the String Resonance setting
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
String Resonance setting and return to the main settings
menu.

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2-3 Key-off Effect
When playing an acoustic piano – particularly in the bass region of the keyboard – if a key is played with force and
released quickly, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the damper touching the strings immediately before
the vibrations are stopped.
In addition, the speed at which keys are lifted will also affect the character of the sound. For example, when lifting
the keys quickly (e.g. staccato playing) the ‘release’ portion of the sound will be noticeably shorter than when
lifting the keys slowly (e.g. legato playing).
The CN34 digital piano reproduces both characteristics, with the Key-off Effect setting allowing the volume of the
key-off sound to be adjusted, and the key-off release speed detection to be turned on or off.

1. Selecting the Key-off Effect setting
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 81):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Key-off Effect
setting.

2-3 KeyOffEffect
= 5

2. Adjusting the Key-off Effect volume
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of the
Key-off Effect setting.
* The Key-off Effect volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1 - 10, with higher values resulting in a louder effect.
* When the Key-off Effect setting is set to Off, the key-off release speed
detection will also be disabled, and the speed at which keys are lifted
will not affect the character of the sound.
* Any changes made to the Key-off Effect setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Key-off Effect settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

3. Exiting the Key-off Effect setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Key-off Effect setting and return to the main settings menu.

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2-3 KeyOffEffect
= 5

2-3 KeyOffEffect
= 10

2-4 Fall-back Noise
When playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning (i.e.
‘falling back’) to the neutral position after a key is released.
The CN34 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound
to be adjusted.

1. Selecting the Fall-back Noise setting
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 81):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Fall-back Noise
setting.

2-4 Fallback Ns.
= 5

2. Adjusting the Fall-back Noise volume
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of the
Fall-back Noise setting.
* The Fall-back Noise volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1 - 10, with higher values resulting in a louder effect.
* Any changes made to the Fall-back Noise setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Fall-back Noise settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

2-4 Fallback Ns.
= 5

2-4 Fallback Ns.
= Off

3. Exiting the Fall-back Noise setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Fall-back Noise setting and return to the main settings menu.

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2-5 Temperament
The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the CN34 digital piano to be changed from the modern
‘Equal Temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance and
Baroque periods.

„ Temperament types
Temperament type

Description

Equal Temperament (piano)

This is the default temperament. When a piano sound is selected, the tuning will be stretched like an
acoustic piano (equal temperament).

(Equal P.only)

Pure Temperament
(Pure Major/Pure Minor)
Pythagorean Temperament
(Pythagorean)

Meantone Temperament
(Meantone)

Werckmeister III Temperament
(Werkmeister)

Kirnberger III Temperament
(Kirnberger)

Equal Temperament (flat)
(Equal Flat)

Equal Temperament
(Equal Stretch)

* If any other type of sound is selected, the tuning will be set to equal temperament (flat).

This temperament, which eliminates dissonances for thirds and fifths, is still popular in choral music
because of its perfect harmony. Any key modulation will result in dissonances.
* The key of the temperament, and major/minor setting must be correctly matched.

This temperament, which uses mathematical ratios to eliminate dissonance for fifths, is very limited for
use with chords, but produces very characteristic melodic lines.
This temperament, which uses a mean between a major and minor whole tone to eliminate dissonance
for thirds, was devised to eliminate the lack of consonances experienced with certain fifths for the
Mersenne pure temperament.
It produces chords that are more beautiful than those played with equal temperament.
These two temperaments are placed in between Meantone and Pythagorean. For music with few
accidentals, this temperament produces the beautiful chords of the mean tone, but as accidentals
increase, the temperament produces the characteristic melodies of the Pythagorean temperament.
It is used primarily for classical music written in the Baroque era to revive the original characteristics.
This is an ‘unstretched’ equal temperament that divides the scale into twelve equal semi-tones. It produces
the same chordal intervals in all twelve keys, and has the advantage of limitless modulation of the key.
However the tonality of each key becomes less characteristic and no chord is in pure consonance.
This is the most popular piano temperament. The hearing ability of a human is uneven and is not as
accurate with high frequency and low frequency as it is with the middle range. This temperament’s
tuning is stretched to compensate for this so the sound will be heard naturally to the ears. This
‘stretched’ equal temperament is a practical variation of the ‘unstretched’ equal temperament which
was invented on a mathematical basis.

1. Selecting the Temperament setting
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 81):

Settings

Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Temperament
setting.

2-5 Temperament
= Equal (P.only)

2. Changing the Temperament type
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
temperament types.
* Any changes made to the Temperament settings will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Temperament settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

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2-5 Temperament
= Equal (P.only)

2-5 Temperament
= Meantone

Temperament Key
The Temperament Key setting allows the key of the selected temperament to be specified. When using a
temperament other than Equal temperament, use this setting to specify the key signature of the piece.
* This setting will only affect the ‘balance’ of the tuning system, the pitch of the keyboard will remain unchanged.

„ Changing the Temperament Key setting
After selecting a temperament other than Equal (piano) or Equal
temperament types:

2-5 Temper. Key
= C

Press the d or c MENU buttons to select Temperament Key
setting.
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to select the desired
temperament key.

2-5 Temper. Key
= F

Settings

* The temperament key can be set within the range of C to B.

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Key Settings
The Key Settings menu contains settings to adjust the instrument’s operation when using the Dual or Split playing
modes.

„ Key Settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

3-1

Lower Octave

Raise the pitch of the lower section in octave steps when using Split mode.

0

3-2

Lower Pedal

Enable/disable sustain pedal for the lower section when using Split mode.

Off

3-3

Layer Octave

Raise the pitch of the layered sound in octave steps when using Dual mode.

0

3-4

Layer Dynamics

Adjust the dynamic sensitivity of the layered sound when using Dual mode.

10

* Default settings will be shown in the first LCD display illustration (i.e. Step 1) for each setting explanation below.

„ Entering the Key Settings menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Key Settings menu.

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Press the VALUE c button to enter the Key Settings menu.
The first page of the Key Settings menu will be shown in the
LCD display

„ Selecting the desired setting
After entering the Key Settings menu:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different
settings pages.
Settings page no.

Settings

3-1 Lower Octave
= 0

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3-1 Lower Octave Shift
The Lower Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the lower section when using Split mode to be raised in octave
steps.

1. Selecting the Lower Octave Shift setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 89):
The Lower Octave Shift setting will be selected automatically.

3-1 Lower Octave
= 0

2. Changing the Lower Octave Shift value
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the
value of the Lower Octave Shift setting.
* The pitch of the lower section can be raised by up to 3 octaves.

3-1 Lower Octave
= 0

* Any changes made to the Lower Octave shift setting will remain until
the power is turned off.
* Preferred Lower Octave Shift settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

3-1 Lower Octave
= +3

3. Exiting the Lower Octave Shift setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Lower Octave Shift setting and return to the main settings
menu.

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3-2 Lower Pedal
The Lower Pedal setting determines whether or not the sustain pedal will affect (i.e. sustain) the lower sound when
using Split mode.

„ Lower Pedal settings
Lower Pedal

Description

Off (default)

In Split mode, lower section sounds will not be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed.

On

In Split mode, lower section sounds will be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed.

1. Selecting the Lower Pedal setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 89):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Lower Pedal
setting.

3-2 Lower Pedal
= Off

2. Changing the Lower Pedal setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to turn the Lower Pedal setting
on or off.

3-2 Lower Pedal
= Off

* Any changes made to the Lower Pedal setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Lower Pedal settings can be stored to a Registration memory
for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more information.

3. Exiting the Lower Pedal setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Lower Pedal setting and return to the main settings menu.

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3-2 Lower Pedal
= On

3-3 Layer Octave Shift
The Layer Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the layered sound when using Dual mode to be raised or lowered
in octave steps.

1. Selecting the Layer Octave Shift setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 89):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Layer Octave Shift
setting.

3-3 Layer Octave
= 0

2. Changing the Layer Octave Shift value
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the
value of the Layer Octave Shift setting.
* The pitch of the layered sound can be raised or lowered by up to 2
octaves.
* Some layered sounds may not produce a tone when the octave range
is raised beyond a certain value.
* Any changes made to the Layer Octave shift setting will remain until
the power is turned off.

3-3 Layer Octave
= 0

3-3 Layer Octave
= +2

* Preferred Layer Octave Shift settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

3. Exiting the Layer Octave Shift setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Layer Octave Shift setting and return to the main settings
menu.

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3-4 Layer Dynamics
When using Dual mode, sometimes simply adjusting the volume balance between the two layered sounds is not
enough to create the desired sound character, especially if both sounds are very dynamic. Layering two equally
dynamic sounds can prove difficult to control and play comfortably.
The Layer Dynamics Function allows the dynamic sensitivity of the layered sound to be reduced, in order to improve
the blend between the two combined sounds. In addition to reducing the volume of the layered sound, limiting its
dynamic sensitivity also allows the layered sound to be controlled more easily in relation to the main sound.

1. Selecting the Layer Dynamics setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 89):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Layer Dynamics
setting.

3-4 LayerDynamic
= 10

2. Adjusting the Layer Dynamics setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the
value of the Layer Dynamics setting.
* The layer dynamics value can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1 - 10.
* Any changes made to the Layer Dynamics setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Layer Dynamics settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

3. Exiting the Layer Dynamics setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Layer Dynamics setting and return to the main settings menu.

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3-4 LayerDynamic
= 10

3-4 LayerDynamic
= 5

MIDI Settings
MIDI Overview
The term MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an international standard for connecting
musical instruments, computers, and other devices to allow the exchange of performance data.

„ MIDI Terminals
MIDI terminal

Function

MIDI IN

Receiving note, program change, and other data.

MIDI OUT

Sending note, program change, and other data.

„ MIDI channels
MIDI uses channels to exchange data back and forth between MIDI devices. There are receive (MIDI IN) and transmit (MIDI OUT)
channels. Most musical instruments or devices with MIDI functions are equipped with both MIDI IN and OUT jacks and are capable of
transmitting and receiving data via MIDI. The receive channels are used to receive data from another MIDI device, and the transmit
channels are used to transmit data to another MIDI device.
The illustration below shows three musical instruments, connected together using MIDI.

Transmitting instrument a

Receiving instrument b

Receiving instrument c

Transmitting instrument a sends transmit channel and keyboard information to receiving instruments b/c.
The information arrives at the receiving instruments b/c.
Receiving instruments b/c will respond to MIDI data that is sent if their receive channel is the same as the transmit channel of the
transmitting instrument a. If the channels do not match, the receiving instruments b/c will not respond to any data that is sent.
For both receiving and transmitting, channels 1-16 can be used.

„ Recording/playing with a sequencer

Settings

When connected to a sequencer (or a computer running MIDI
sequencing software), the CN34 digital piano can be used to
record and playback multi-track songs, with separate sounds
playing simultaneously on each channel.

Sequencer

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„ MIDI Functions
The CN34 digital piano supports the following MIDI functions:

Transmit/receive note information

Transmit/receive program change information

Transmit/receive note information to/from a MIDI-connected
musical instrument or device.

Transmit/receive program change data to/from a MIDIconnected musical instrument or device.

Transmit/receive channel settings

Transmit/receive pedal data

Specify transmit/receive channels within the range of 1 to 16.

Transmit/receive sustain, sostenuto, and soft pedal data to/
from a MIDI-connected musical instrument or device.

Transmit/receive exclusive data

Receive volume data

Transmit/receive front panel or menu function settings as
exclusive data.

Receive MIDI volume data sent from a MIDI-connected
musical instrument or device.

Multi-timbral mode setting
Receive multiple channel MIDI data from a MIDI-connected
musical instrument or device.

* Please refer to the ‘MIDI Implementation Chart’ on page 128 for
further information regarding the MIDI capabilities of the CN34
digital piano.

„ MIDI Settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

4-1

MIDI Channel

Specify the channel that is used to transmit/receive MIDI information.

1

4-2

Send PGM Change #

Send a MIDI program change number from 1 to 128.

1

4-3

Local Control

Specify whether internal sounds will be heard when the keyboard is pressed. On

4-4

Trans. PGM Change

Specify whether program change data is sent when sounds are changed.

On

4-5

Multi-timbral Mode

Specify whether the instrument can receive Multi-timbral MIDI information.

Off

Channel Mute

Specify which channels (1-16) are activated to receive MIDI information.

Play All

* Default settings will be shown in the first LCD display illustration (i.e. Step 1) for each setting explanation below.

„ Entering the MIDI Settings menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the MIDI Settings
menu, then press the VALUE c button to enter the menu.

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Settings

The first page of the MIDI Settings menu will be shown in the
LCD display.

„ Selecting the desired setting
After entering the MIDI Settings menu:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to cycle through the different
settings pages.

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Settings page no.

4-1 MIDI Channel
= 1

4-1 MIDI Channel
The MIDI Channel setting allows the transmit/receive channel to be specified. The selected channel will function as
both the transmit and receive channel (separate transmit/receive channels cannot be specified).

1. Selecting the MIDI Channel setting
After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 93):
The MIDI Channel setting will be selected automatically.

4-1 MIDI Channel
= 1

2. Changing the MIDI Channel value
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the
value of the MIDI Channel setting.
* The MIDI Channel setting can be adjusted within the range of 1 - 16.

4-1 MIDI Channel
= 1

* Any changes made to the MIDI Channel setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred MIDI Channel settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

4-1 MIDI Channel
= 5

3. Exiting the MIDI Channel setting
Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
MIDI Channel setting and return to the main settings menu.

„ Omni mode
When the CN34 digital piano is turned on, the instrument is automatically set to ‘omni mode on’, allowing MIDI information to be
received on all MIDI channels (1-16). When the MIDI Channel setting is used to specify a transmit/receive channel, the instrument
will be set to ‘omni mode off’.

Using Split mode with Multi-timbral mode enabled

Using Dual mode with Multi-timbral mode enabled

Notes played in the lower section of the keyboard will be
transmitted on the channel that is 1 channel higher than the
specified channel. For example, if the MIDI channel is set to
3, notes played in the lower section of the keyboard will be
transmitted on channel 4.

Notes played will be transmitted on two channels: the
specified channel and the channel that is 1 channel higher.

Settings

„ Multi-timbral mode and Split/Dual mode

For example, if the MIDI channel is set to 3, notes played on
the keyboard will be transmitted on channels 3 and 4.

* If the specified MIDI channel is 16, the lower section / layered part will be transmitted on channel 1.

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4-2 Send Program Change Number
The Send Program Change Number function is used to send a Program Change Number (1-128) to the connected
MIDI device.

1. Selecting the Send Program Change Number function
After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 93):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Send Program
Change Number function.

4-2 Send PGM#
= 1
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2. Specifying and transmitting a Program Change Number
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to decrease or increase the
Program Change Number.
* The program change number can be set within the range of 1-128.

Press the d and c VALUE buttons simultaneously to send the
specified Program Change Number.

3. Exiting the Program Change Number function

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Program Change Number function and return to the main
settings menu.

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4-2 Send PGM#
= 1
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4-2 Send PGM#
= 15
Sent.

4-3 Local Control
The Local Control setting determines whether the instrument will play an internal sound when the keys are pressed.
This setting is useful when using the CN34 digital piano to control an external MIDI device.

„ Local Control settings
Local Control

Description

Off

The instrument will transmit information to an external MIDI device only.

On (default)

The instrument will play an internal sound and transmit information to an external MIDI device.

1. Selecting the Local Control setting
After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 93):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Local Control
setting.

4-3 LocalControl
= On

2. Changing the Local Control setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to turn the Local Control setting
on or off.

4-3 LocalControl
= On

* Any changes made to the Local Control setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Local Control settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

4-3 LocalControl
= Off

3. Exiting the Local Control setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Local Control setting and return to the main settings menu.

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4-4 Transmit Program Change Numbers
The Transmit Program Change Numbers setting determines whether the CN34 digital piano will transmit program
change information via MIDI when the instrument’s panel buttons are pressed.

„ Transmit Program Change Numbers settings
Transmit PGM#

Multi-timbral setting

Effect of pressing panel buttons

On (default)

Off, On1

SOUND buttons will send PGM# shown in the left column*.

On

On2

SOUND buttons will send PGM# shown in the right column*.

Off

Off

Program Change information will not be transmitted via MIDI.
* Please refer to the ‘Program Change Number List’ on page 111.

1. Selecting the Transmit Program Change Numbers setting
After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 93):

4-4 Trans. PGM#
= On

Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Transmit Program
Change Numbers setting.

2. Changing the Transmit Program Change Numbers setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to turn the Transmit Program
Change Numbers setting on or off.

4-4 Trans. PGM#
= On

* Any changes made to the Transmit Program Change Numbers setting
will remain until the power is turned off.
* Preferred Transmit Program Change Numbers settings can be stored
to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page
32 for more information.

4-4 Trans. PGM#
= Off

„Program Change Numbers and Dual/Split mode

Settings

ƒ When using Dual or Split mode, On/Off information and
sound type settings for are transmitted as exclusive data,
however program change numbers will not be transmitted.

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ƒ Program change numbers will also be transmitted when
Multi-timbral mode is set to On1 or On2.

4-5 Multi-timbral Mode
The Multi-timbral Mode setting determines whether or not the CN34 digital piano is able to receive MIDI information
on more than one MIDI channel simultaneously. This allows the instrument to play back multi-track, multi-timbral
performance data sent from an external MIDI device.

„ Multi-timbral Mode settings
Multi-timbral Mode

Effect on sound heard

Off

The sound shown in the left column is selected*.

On1 (default)

The sound shown in the left column is selected*.

On2

The sound shown in the right column is selected*.
* Please refer to the ‘Program Change Number List’ on page 111.

1. Selecting the Multi-timbral Mode setting
After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 93):
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Multi-timbral
Mode setting.

4-5 Multi Timbre
= On1

2. Changing the Multi-timbral Mode setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to change the Multi-timbral
Mode setting.

4-5 Multi Timbre
= On1

* Any changes made to the Multi-timbral Mode setting will remain until
the power is turned off.
* Preferred Multi-timbral Mode settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

4-5 Multi Timbre
= Off

3. Exiting the Multi-timbral Mode setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Multi-timbral Mode setting and return to the main settings
menu.

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Channel Mute
The Channel Mute setting determines which MIDI channels (1-16) are activated to receive MIDI information when
Multi-timbral mode is enabled.
* This setting is only available when the Multi-timbral Mode setting is set to ‘On1’ or ‘On2’.

„ Channel Mute settings
Channel Mute

Description

Play (default)

The instrument will receive MIDI information on the specified MIDI channel.

Mute

The instrument will not receive MIDI information on the specified MIDI channel.

1. Selecting the Channel Mute setting
After setting the Multi-timbral Mode to ‘On1’ or ‘On2’:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Channel Mute
setting for each MIDI channel.

4-5 Ch 1 Mute
= Play

2. Changing the Channel Mute setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to alternate between ‘Play’ and
‘Mute’ settings
* Any changes made to the Channel Mute setting will remain until the
power is turned off.
* Preferred Channel Mute settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 32 for more
information.

3. Exiting the Channel Mute setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Channel Mute setting and return to the main settings menu.

100

4-5 Ch 1 Mute
= Play

4-5 Ch 1 Mute
= Mute

USB MIDI (USB to Host connector)
The CN34 digital piano features a ‘USB to Host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to a
computer using an inexpensive USB cable and utilised as a MIDI device. Depending on the type of computer and
operating system installed, additional driver software may be required for USB MIDI communication to function
correctly.

„ USB MIDI driver
Operating System
Windows ME
Windows XP (no SP, SP1, SP2, SP3)
Windows XP 64-bit
Windows Vista (SP1, SP2)
Windows Vista 64-bit (SP1, SP2)
Windows 7 (no SP, SP1)
Windows 7 64-bit
Windows 98 se
Windows 2000
Windows Vista (no SP)

USB MIDI Driver Support
Additional USB MIDI driver software NOT required.
The standard (built-in) Windows USB MIDI driver will be installed automatically when the
instrument is connected to the computer.
* After driver installation, ensure that the ‘USB Audio Device’ (Windows ME/Windows XP) or ‘USB-MIDI’
(Windows Vista/Windows 7) device is correctly selected in the application software.

Additional USB MIDI driver software required.
Please download the USB MIDI driver from the Kawai Japan website:
’ http://www.kawai.co.jp/english
* After driver installation, ensure that the ‘KAWAI USB MIDI’ device is correctly selected in the application software.

Windows Vista 64-bit (no SP)

USB MIDI is not supported.
Please upgrade to service pack 1 or service pack 2.

Mac OS X

Additional USB MIDI driver software NOT required.
The standard (built-in) Mac OS X USB MIDI driver will be installed automatically when the
instrument is connected to the computer.

Mac OS 9

USB MIDI is not supported.
Please use the standard MIDI IN/OUT connectors.

„ USB MIDI information
ƒ If the instrument’s MIDI IN/OUT jacks and USB MIDI port are

ƒ Disconnecting the USB MIDI cable suddenly, or turning the

both connected simultaneously, the USB MIDI port will be
given priority.

instrument on/off while using USB MIDI may cause computer
instability in the following situations:

to connect the USB MIDI cable.

ƒ When

connecting the instrument to a computer using
the USB MIDI port, there may be a short delay before
communications begin.

ƒ If the instrument is connected to a computer via a USB hub
and USB MIDI communication becomes unreliable/unstable,
please connect the USB MIDI cable directly to the one of the
computer’s USB ports.

– while installing the USB MIDI driver
– while starting up the computer
– while MIDI applications are performing tasks
– while the computer is in energy saver mode

ƒ If there are any further problems experienced with USB MIDI
communication while the instrument is connected, please
double-check all connections and relevant MIDI settings in
the computer’s operating system.

* ‘MIDI’ is a registered trademark of the Association of Manufacturers of Electronic Instruments (AMEI).
* ‘Windows’ is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
* ‘Macintosh’ is registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
* Other company names and product names mentioned referenced herein may be registered trademarks or trademarks of respective owners.

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Settings

ƒ Ensure that the instrument is turned OFF before attempting

Power Settings

5-1 Auto Power Off
The CN34 digital piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument
after a specified period of inactivity.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.

„ Auto Power Off settings
Auto Power Off

Description

Off

The Auto Power Off function is disabled.

30 min.

The instrument will turn off automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity.

60 min.

The instrument will turn off automatically after 60 minutes of inactivity.

120 min.

The instrument will turn off automatically after 120 minutes of inactivity.

1. Selecting the Auto Power Off setting
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display:
Press the d or c MENU buttons to select the Power Settings
menu, then press the VALUE c button to enter the menu.

5-1 AutoPowerOff
= Off

The Auto Power Off setting will be selected automatically.

2. Changing the Auto Power Off setting
Press the d or c VALUE buttons to change the Auto Power Off
setting.

5-1 AutoPowerOff
= Off

* The Auto Power Off setting will be stored automatically, and recalled
every time the instrument is turned on.

5-1 AutoPowerOff
= 60 min.
3. Exiting the Auto Power Off setting

Settings

Press the d and c MENU buttons simultaneously to exit the
Auto Power Off setting and return to the main settings menu.

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Assembly Instructions
Please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the CN34 digital piano.
Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the CN34 digital piano, especially when lifting the
main body of the instrument onto the stand in step 3.

„ Included parts
Before attempting to assemble the CN34 piano unit, ensure that all parts are included.
A Phillips-head screwdriver will also be required to assemble the unit (not included).

b Side panel (left, right)

d Pedal board (including support bolt)

e Power cable

Screw set
f Screw (with flat washer and spring washer) x 4

c Back board

j Headphone hook set x 1
Headphone hook

Mounting screws
(14 mm) x 2

Appendix

a Main body

g Tapping screw (long, black) x 4

h Tapping screw (mid, black) x 4

i Tapping screw (short, silver) x 4

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Assembly Instructions
1. Attaching the side panels b to the pedal board d
Unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attached to
the bottom of the pedal board d.
Attach the left and right side panels b to the pedal board d
using the temporary mounting screws located on either end of
the pedal board.

i
d

Temporary
mounting
screw

i

b

Ensure that the pedal board and side panels make close contact,
and that there are no large gaps between the assembled parts.
Insert two short silver tapping screws i into the holes at either
end of the pedal board (four screws in total), and securely fasten
the left and right side panels.

2. Attaching the back board c
Allow the assembled pedal board and side panels to stand
upright (vertically) on the floor.
Loosely attach the back board c to the left and right side
panels using the four long black tapping screws g.

g

Loosely attach the back board to the pedal board using the four
mid-length black tapping screws h.

g
c

Adjust the positioning of the pedal board, side panels, and
backboard to ensure that all parts are in alignment, then firmly
tighten all the screws.

g

g
h

h

h

h

3. Mounting the main body a onto the stand
Ensure that two or more people undertake the
following step of the assembly process.
a

Appendix

Place the assembled stand against a wall to prevent it from
moving/leaning backwards.
Carefully lift the main body a onto the stand, and gradually
slide the unit backwards until it is aligned with the rear of the
side panels.
When sliding the main body into the stand, be
careful not to catch/trap hands and fingers.
Securely fasten the main body to the stand using the four screws
with spring washers f.
Tighten all screws securely to ensure that the
main body is firmly attached to the stand.

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f
f

f
f

4. Connecting the pedal and power cables
Pass the pedal cable (extending from the rear of the pedal
board) through the back board aperture to the front of the main
body, and connect to the PEDAL terminal.
Connect the power cable b to the AC IN terminal on the
underside of the main body, then pass the cable through the
back board aperture, and out to the rear of the instrument.
With the power and pedal cables connected, use the binders to
fix the cables in place and tidy their appearance.

5. Attaching the headphone hook b (optional)
A headphone hook is included with the CN34 digital piano and can
be used to hang headphones when not in use.
If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of the
main body using the two tapping screws provided.
* If the headphone hook will not be required, it can be kept with the
instruction manual.

6. Adjusting the pedal support bolt
Turn the pedal support bolt anti-clockwise, extending the bolt
until it makes contact with the floor and supports the pedals
firmly.

Pedal support bolt

Appendix

When moving the instrument, always adjust or
remove the pedal support bolt, then readjust
when the instrument is in its new position.

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Connecting to Other Devices
The CN34 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument to be connected to MIDI devices,
computers, speakers, and mixers. It is also possible to connect external audio sources, such as an MP3 player,
tablet, or a secondary keyboard, to the instrument’s amplifier and speaker system. The illustration below provides
a visual overview of the connectors and their typical applications.

USB type ‘B’

USB type ‘A’

Appendix

Connect the audio from
other devices to the
instrument’s speakers.

Connect the instrument
to external speakers,
amplifiers, mixers, etc.

Connect the instrument
to a computer to send
or receive MIDI data.

Connect the instrument
to MIDI modules, other
instruments/devices, etc.

Before connecting the CN34 digital piano to other devices, ensure that the power to both the instrument and
the other device is turned off. If connections are established while the power is turned on, extraneous noise
that can damage the CN34 digital piano may activate the instrument’s amplifier protection circuit, preventing
any sound from being produced. If this occurs, turn the power off and then on again to reset the amplifier
protection circuit.
Do not connect the LINE IN and LINE OUT jacks of the CN34 digital piano together with the same cable. An audio
loop (oscillation sound) will occur, resulting in damage to the unit.

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Jack Panel
„LINE IN jacks (1/4” phone jack)

„LINE OUT jacks (1/4” phone jack)

These jacks are used to connect a pair of stereo outputs from
other electronic instruments or audio equipment to the CN34
digital piano’s speakers. To adjust the LINE IN level, please use
the volume controls on the device itself.

These jacks are used to connect the stereo output of the CN34
digital piano’s sound to external speakers, amplifiers, mixers,
recording devices, and similar equipment.

To connect a device in mono, connect the cable to the L/MONO
jack only.

Mono signals will be output only if a cable is connected to the
L/MONO jack.
The MASTER VOLUME slider does not affect the LINE OUT level.
* The ‘Line Out Volume’ setting can be used to adjust the level of the
LINE OUT signal. Please refer to page 74 for more information.

„USB to Host port (‘B’ type)

„MIDI IN/OUT jacks

This USB port is used to connect the CN34 digital piano to a
computer using an inexpensive USB cable. When connected, the
instrument can be used as a standard MIDI device, allowing it to
send a receive MIDI data. Connect a ‘B’ type USB connector to
the instrument, and an ‘A’ type USB connector to the computer.

These jacks are used to connect the CN34 digital piano to
external MIDI devices, and also to a computer with a MIDI
interface as an alternative to the ‘USB to Host’ port.
* Please refer to page 93 for more information about MIDI.

* Please refer to page 101 for more information about USB MIDI.

Headphone Panel
„PHONES jacks (1/4” phone jack)

„USB to Device port (‘A’ type)

These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to the CN34
digital piano. Two pairs of headphones can be connected and
used simultaneously. When a pair of headphones is connected,
sound will not be produced by the speakers.

This USB port is used to connect a USB memory device to the
CN34 digital piano. This allows MP3/WAV audio files, and SMF
song files to be played directly. It is also possible to record
performances to MP3/WAV audio files and SMF, and save
recorder songs stored in internal memory for posterity.

ƒ The ‘USB to Device’ functionality of the CN34 digital piano

ƒ It may be necessary to format the USB memory device before

conforms to USB2.0 Hi-Speed standards. Older USB devices
can still be used, however data transfer speed will be limited
to the maximum transfer speed of the device.

it can be used with the CN34 digital piano. If so, please refer to
the USB Format function instructions on page 67. Formatting
the device will erase all data.

The ‘USB to Device’ port is intended for connecting USB
memory devices, however USB floppy drive devices can also
be used to save recorder songs stored in internal memory, or
play SMF song files.

ƒ Avoid removing the USB memory device while data is being

ƒ

loaded or saved, files are being renamed or deleted, or the
device is being formatted.

ƒ Other USB devices, such as computer mice, keyboards, or
battery chargers etc. cannot be used with this instrument.

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Appendix

„USB device information

Troubleshooting
The tables below summarise issues that may be experienced with the CN34 digital piano, explaining the typical
cause(s), and recommended solution(s).

„ Power
Issue

Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

The instrument does not turn on.

Check that the power cable is firmly attached to the instrument, and
connected to an AC outlet.

p. 14

The instrument turns itself off after a period of
inactivity.

Check that the ‘Auto Power Off’ function is not enabled.

p. 102

„ Sound
Issue

Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

The instrument is turned on, however no
sound is produced when the keys are pressed.

Check that the MASTER VOLUME slider is not set to the lowest
position.

p. 14

Check that a pair of headphones (or headphone adaptor plug) are not
connected to the PHONES jacks.

p. 14

Check that the ‘Local Control’ setting in the MIDI Settings menu is set
to On.

p. 97

Check that the MASTER VOLUME slider is set to an appropriate level,
reducing the volume if excessive distortion is heard.

p. 14

The sound distorts when playing at very loud
volume levels.

If connecting the instrument to an amplifier/mixer using the Line Out
jacks, reduce the value of the ‘Line Out Volume’ setting in the Basic
Settings menu

Appendix

Strange sounds or noises are heard when
playing with piano sounds.

The top 18 notes of the keyboard sustain for
longer than neighbouring notes, even when
the damper pedal is not pressed.

p. 74

The CN34 digital piano attempts to reproduce the rich variety of tones
created by an acoustic grand piano as accurately as possible. This
includes string and damper resonances, key-off noises, and other
subtle characteristics that contribute to the overall piano playing
experience.
While these additional tones are intended to enhance the realism of
the instrument, it is possible to reduce their prominence, or disable the
effects altogether using the settings in the Virtual Technician menu.

p. 81

This is the correct behaviour, and intended to reproduce the undamped
notes (typically the top two octaves) of an acoustic grand piano.

–

Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

„ Pedals
Issue

108

The pedals are unreliable or do not function
at all.

Check that the pedal cable is firmly connected to the instrument.

p. 105

When depressing a pedal, the pedal board
flexes and is not firm.

Check that the pedal support bolt is fully extended.

p. 105

„ Headphones
Issue

Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

If the ‘Nominal Impedance’ specification of the headphones is less than
100 Ω (ohms), set the ‘Phones Volume’ setting in the Basic Settings
menu to High.

p. 73

Issue

Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

A USB memory device is not detected, cannot
be saved to, or does not appear to function
when connected to the ‘USB to Device’ port.

Check that the USB memory device is formatted to use the FAT/FAT32
filesystem, and not set to ‘Write Protect’ mode.

p. 107

Disconnect the USB memory device, turn the instrument off then on,
then reconnect the USB device. If the USB device still does not function,
it may be damaged or incompatible. Please try using a different USB
device.

–

The instrument pauses briefly when connecting
a USB memory device.

This is recognised behaviour when using very large capacity (e.g.
8GB+) USB memory devices.

–

Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

The headphone volume is too low.

„ USB (memory device)

„ USB (MIDI)
Issue
The instrument is connected to the computer
using a USB cable, however the software does
not respond to key presses.

Check that a USB MIDI driver is installed on the computer.

p. 101

Check that ‘USB Audio Device’ or ‘KAWAI USB MIDI’ is selected in the
software’s input/output device settings.

p. 101

„ MP3/WAV/SMF files
Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

No sound can be heard when playing an MP3
or WAV audio file stored on a USB memory
device.

Check that the audio player volume is not set to 0.

p. 52

Check that the format of the audio file is supported and listed in the
‘Audio Player supported format specifications’ table.

p. 51

An MP3/WAV audio file stored on a USB
memory device sounds strange, or does not
play back correctly.

Check that the format of the audio file is supported and listed in the
‘Audio Player supported format specifications’ table.

p. 51

The file transfer speed of the USB memory device may be too slow to
play the audio file. Please try using a different USB memory device,
ensuring that it conforms to USB2.0 Hi-Speed standards.

p. 107

When recording MP3/WAV audio files, the
volume is too low/too high (distorted).

Check the ‘Audio Recorder Gain’ setting before recording the audio,
and if necessary adjust to increase/decrease the recording level.

p. 75

Appendix

Issue

109

Demo Song List
Sound Name

Song Title

Composer

Concert Grand

Hungarian Rhapsodies No.6

List

Studio Grand

Original

Kawai

PIANO1

Mellow Grand

Sonata No.30 Op.109

Beethoven

Modern Piano

Original

Kawai

Petit Chien

Chopin

Studio Grand 2

Original

Kawai

Mellow Grand 2

La Fille aux Cheveux de lin

Debussy

Rock Piano

Original

Kawai

Original

Kawai

Modern E.P.

Original

Kawai

Modern E.P. 2

Original

Kawai

Original

Kawai

PIANO2
Concert Grand 2

ELECTRIC PIANO
Classic E.P.

ORGAN
Jazz Organ
Blues Organ

Original

Kawai

Church Organ

Chorale Prelude “Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme.”

Bach

Diapason

Wohl mir, daβ ich Jesum have

Bach

Full Ensemble

Original

Kawai

HARPSI & MALLETS
Harpsichord

French Suite No.6

Bach

Vibraphone

Original

Kawai

Clavi

Original

Kawai

Slow Strings

Original

Kawai

String Pad

Original

Kawai

String Ensemble

Le quattro stagioni: la “Primavera”

Vivaldi

Choir

Londonderry Air

Irish folk song

Choir 2

Original

Kawai

New Age

Original

Kawai

Atmosphere

Original

Kawai

Wood Bass

Original

Kawai

Fretless Bass

Original

Kawai

W. Bass & Ride

Original

Kawai

Zwei Rapsodien Op.79 Nr.2

Brahms

STRINGS

Appendix

CHOIR & PAD

BASS

OTHERS
Piano Concerto a moll Op.16

Grieg
* Kawai regrets that sheet music for Kawai original demo songs is not available.

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Program Change Number List
Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Concert Grand

0

1

121

0

1

Studio Grand

0

2

121

1

1

Mellow Grand

0

3

121

2

1

Modern Piano

0

4

121

0

2

Concert Grand 2

0

5

95

16

1

Studio Grand 2

0

6

95

17

1

PIANO1

PIANO2

Mellow Grand 2

0

7

95

18

1

Rock Piano

0

8

121

1

2

Classic E.P.

0

9

121

0

5

Modern E.P.

0

10

121

0

6

60’s E.P.

0

11

121

3

5

Modern E.P. 2

0

12

121

1

6

Jazz Organ

0

13

121

0

18

Blues Organ

0

14

121

0

17

Ballad Organ

0

15

95

5

17

Gospel Organ

0

16

95

3

17

Church Organ

0

17

121

0

20

Diapason

0

18

95

7

20

Full Ensemble

0

19

95

1

21

Diapason Oct.

0

20

95

6

20

Harpsichord

0

21

121

0

7

Harpsichord 2

0

22

121

3

7

Vibraphone

0

23

121

0

12

Clavi

0

24

121

0

8

Slow Strings

0

25

95

1

45

String Pad

0

26

95

8

49

Warm Strings

0

27

95

1

49

String Ensemble

0

28

121

0

49

ELECTRIC PIANO

ORGAN

HARPSI&MALLETS

Appendix

STRINGS

CHOIR&PAD
Choir

0

29

121

0

53

Choir 2

0

30

95

53

54

New Age

0

31

121

0

89

Atmosphere

0

32

121

0

100

Wood Bass

0

33

121

0

33

Electric Bass

0

34

121

0

34

BASS

Fretless Bass

0

35

121

0

36

W. Bass & Ride

0

36

95

1

33

111

Program Change Number List
Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Jazz Grand

0

37

95

8

1

New Age Piano

0

38

95

9

1

New Age Piano 2

0

39

95

10

1

New Age Piano 3

0

40

95

11

1

Piano Octaves

0

41

95

1

1

Electric Grand

0

42

121

0

3

Electric Grand2

0

43

121

1

3

Honky Tonk

0

44

121

0

4

Wide Honky Tonk

0

45

121

1

4

Dolce E.P.

0

46

95

2

5

Crystal E.P.

0

47

95

1

6

Tremolo E.P.

0

48

95

1

5

Classic E.P. 2

0

49

121

1

5

Classic E.P. 3

0

50

121

2

5

New Age E.P.

0

51

95

2

6

Modern E.P. 3

0

52

121

2

6

Legend E.P.

0

53

121

3

6

Phase E.P.

0

54

121

4

6

OTHERS: Piano

OTHERS: E.Piano

Appendix

OTHERS: Harpsi & Mallet
Harpsichord Oct

0

55

121

1

7

WideHarpsichord

0

56

121

2

7

Synth Clavi

0

57

121

1

8

Celesta

0

58

121

0

9

Glockenspiel

0

59

121

0

10

Music Box

0

60

121

0

11

Wide Vibraphone

0

61

121

1

12

Marimba

0

62

121

0

13

Wide Marimba

0

63

121

1

13

Xylophone

0

64

121

0

14

Handbells

0

65

95

1

15

Tubular Bells

0

66

121

0

15

Church Bells

0

67

121

1

15

Carillon

0

68

121

2

15

Dulcimer

0

69

121

0

16

Drawbar Organ

0

70

95

1

17

Drawbar Organ 2

0

71

95

2

17

Drawbar Organ 3

0

72

121

2

18

Drawbar Organ 4

0

73

121

3

17

Drawbar Organ 5

0

74

121

1

17

Jazzer

0

75

95

1

18

OTHERS: Drawbar

112

Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Soft Solo

0

76

95

8

17

ElectronicOrgan

0

77

95

9

17

60’s Organ

0

78

121

2

17

Perc. Organ

0

79

121

1

18

Tibia Bass

0

80

95

14

18

Rock Organ

0

81

121

0

19

Principal Oct.

0

82

95

24

20

Theater Organ

0

83

95

1

20

8’ Celeste

0

84

95

5

20

Small Ensemble

0

85

95

8

20

Reeds

0

86

95

10

20

Chiffy Tibia

0

87

95

17

20

Principal Pipe

0

88

95

22

20

Church Organ 2

0

89

121

1

20

Church Organ 3

0

90

121

2

20

OTHERS: Church Organ

Reed Organ

0

91

121

0

21

Puff Organ

0

92

121

1

21

FrenchAccordion

0

93

121

0

22

Fr. Accordion 2

0

94

95

1

22

Accordion

0

95

121

1

22

Accordion 2

0

96

95

2

22

Blues Harmonica

0

97

95

2

23

Harmonica

0

98

121

0

23

Tango Accordion

0

99

121

0

24

FingerNylon Gtr

0

100

95

4

25

Nylon Acoustic

0

101

121

0

25

Nylon Acoustic2

0

102

121

2

25

Nylon Acoustic3

0

103

121

3

25

Ukulele

0

104

121

1

25

Steel Guitar

0

105

121

0

26

Steel Guitar 2

0

106

121

3

26

12 String

0

107

121

1

26

Mandolin

0

108

121

2

26

Ballad Guitar

0

109

95

6

26

Jazz Guitar

0

110

121

0

27

Modern Jazz Gtr

0

111

95

10

27

Pedal Steel

0

112

121

1

27

Rhythm Guitar

0

113

121

2

28

Electric Guitar

0

114

121

0

28

E. Guitar 2

0

115

121

1

28

OTHERS: Accordion

Appendix

OTHERS: Guitar

113

Program Change Number List
Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

E. Guitar 3

0

116

121

2

29

Cutting Guitar

0

117

95

3

28

Cutting Guitar2

0

118

121

1

29

Cutting Guitar3

0

119

95

5

28

Muted Electric

0

120

121

0

29

Country Lead

0

121

121

3

29

OverdriveGuitar

0

122

121

0

30

Dynmic Ov.drive

0

123

121

1

30

Distortion

0

124

121

0

31

Dist Feedback

0

125

121

1

31

Dist Rhythm

0

126

121

2

31

E.Gtr Harmonics

0

127

121

0

32

Guitar Feedback

0

128

121

1

32

Wood Bass 2

1

1

95

2

33

Wood Bass 3

1

2

95

4

33

Appendix

OTHERS: Bass

Wood Bass 4

1

3

95

5

33

Electric Bass 2

1

4

95

5

34

Electric Bass 3

1

5

95

6

34

FingerSlap Bass

1

6

121

1

34

Pick Bass

1

7

121

0

35

Slap Bass

1

8

121

0

37

Slap Bass 2

1

9

121

0

38

Synth Bass

1

10

121

0

39

Synth Bass 2

1

11

121

0

40

Synth Bass 3

1

12

121

2

39

Synth Bass 4

1

13

121

1

40

Warm Synth Bass

1

14

121

1

39

Clavi Bass

1

15

121

3

39

Hammer Bass

1

16

121

4

39

Rubber Bass

1

17

121

2

40

Attack Bass

1

18

121

3

40

Violin

1

19

121

0

41

Slow Violin

1

20

121

1

41

Viola

1

21

121

0

42

Cello

1

22

121

0

43

Contrabass

1

23

121

0

44

Tremolo Strings

1

24

121

0

45

Strings & Brass

1

25

121

1

49

60’s Strings

1

26

121

2

49

Strings sf.

1

27

95

9

49

StringEnsemble2

1

28

121

0

50

OTHERS: Strings & OrchInst

114

Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Synth Strings

1

29

121

0

51

Synth Strings 2

1

30

121

0

52

Synth Strings 3

1

31

121

1

51

Pizzicato

1

32

121

0

46

Harp

1

33

121

0

47

Celtic Harp

1

34

121

1

47

Timpani

1

35

121

0

48

Choir 3

1

36

121

1

53

Voice Oohs

1

37

121

0

54

Humming

1

38

121

1

54

Synth Vocal

1

39

121

0

55

Analog Voice

1

40

121

1

55

Orchestra Hit

1

41

121

0

56

Bass Hit Plus

1

42

121

1

56

6th Hit

1

43

121

2

56

Euro Hit

1

44

121

3

56

OTHERS: Choir & Hit

Trumpet

1

45

121

0

57

Solo Trumpet

1

46

121

1

57

Flugel Horn

1

47

95

1

57

SentimentalBone

1

48

95

7

58

Trombone

1

49

121

0

58

Trombone 2

1

50

121

1

58

Bright Trombone

1

51

121

2

58

Tuba

1

52

121

0

59

CupMute Trumpet

1

53

95

1

60

CupMuteTrombone

1

54

95

2

60

Muted Trumpet

1

55

121

0

60

Muted Trumpet 2

1

56

121

1

60

French Horns

1

57

121

0

61

Warm FrenchHorn

1

58

121

1

61

Brass Section

1

59

121

0

62

Brass Section 2

1

60

121

1

62

Synth Brass

1

61

121

0

63

Synth Brass 2

1

62

121

0

64

Synth Brass 3

1

63

121

1

63

Synth Brass 4

1

64

121

1

64

Jump Brass

1

65

121

3

63

Analog Brass

1

66

121

2

63

Analog Brass 2

1

67

121

2

64

Appendix

OTHERS: Brass

115

Program Change Number List
Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Oboe & Strings

1

68

95

5

69

Soprano Sax

1

69

121

0

65

Alto Sax

1

70

121

0

66

Soft Tenor Sax

1

71

95

2

67

Tenor Sax

1

72

121

0

67

Baritone Sax

1

73

121

0

68

Oboe

1

74

121

0

69

English Horn

1

75

121

0

70

Bassoon

1

76

121

0

71

Clarinet

1

77

121

0

72

Flute & Strings

1

78

95

8

74

Piccolo

1

79

121

0

73

Jazz Flute

1

80

95

1

74

Big Band Winds

1

81

95

2

74

OrchestralWinds

1

82

95

3

74

Flute

1

83

121

0

74

Ballad Flute

1

84

95

13

74

Recorder

1

85

121

0

75

Pan Flute

1

86

121

0

76

Blown Bottle

1

87

121

0

77

Shakuhachi

1

88

121

0

78

Whistle

1

89

121

0

79

Ocarina

1

90

121

0

80

Square

1

91

121

0

81

Square 2

1

92

121

1

81

Sine

1

93

121

2

81

Classic Synth

1

94

121

0

82

Classic Synth 2

1

95

121

1

82

Lead

1

96

121

2

82

Classic Synth 3

1

97

121

3

82

SequencedAnalog

1

98

121

4

82

Caliope

1

99

121

0

83

Chiff

1

100

121

0

84

Charang

1

101

121

0

85

Wire Lead

1

102

121

1

85

Voice

1

103

121

0

86

Fifth

1

104

121

0

87

Bass & Lead

1

105

121

0

88

Soft Wire Lead

1

106

121

1

88

OTHERS: Reed

OTHERS: Pipe

Appendix

OTHERS: Synth Lead

116

Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Itopia

1

107

121

1

92

New Age 2

1

108

95

1

89

New Age 3

1

109

95

2

89

New Age 4

1

110

95

3

89

Warm Pad

1

111

121

0

90

Sine Pad

1

112

121

1

90

Bright Warm Pad

1

113

95

1

90

Polysynth

1

114

121

0

91

Choir

1

115

121

0

92

Bowed

1

116

121

0

93

Metallic

1

117

121

0

94

Halo

1

118

121

0

95

Sweep

1

119

121

0

96

Multi Sweep

1

120

95

1

96

Rain Pad

1

121

121

0

97

Soundtrack

1

122

121

0

98

Crystal

1

123

121

0

99

Synth Mallet

1

124

121

1

99

Brightness

1

125

121

0

101

Brightness 2

1

126

95

1

101

Goblin

1

127

121

0

102

Echoes

1

128

121

0

103

Echo Bell

2

1

121

1

103

Echo Pan

2

2

121

2

103

Sci-Fi

2

3

121

0

104

Sitar

2

4

121

0

105

Sitar 2

2

5

121

1

105

Banjo

2

6

121

0

106

Shamisen

2

7

121

0

107

Koto

2

8

121

0

108

Taisho Koto

2

9

121

1

108

Kalimba

2

10

121

0

109

Bag Pipe

2

11

121

0

110

Fiddle

2

12

121

0

111

Shanai

2

13

121

0

112

Tinkle Bell

2

14

121

0

113

Agogo

2

15

121

0

114

Steel Drums

2

16

121

0

115

Woodblock

2

17

121

0

116

OTHERS: Synth Pad

OTHERS: Synth SFX

Appendix

OTHERS: Ethnic

OTHERS: Percussion

117

Program Change Number List
Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Castanet

2

18

121

1

116

Taiko Drums

2

19

121

0

117

Concert BD

2

20

121

1

117

Melodic Toms

2

21

121

0

118

Melodic Toms 2

2

22

121

1

118

Synth Drum

2

23

121

0

119

Rhythm Box Tom

2

24

121

1

119

Electric Drum

2

25

121

2

119

Reverse Cymbal

2

26

121

0

120

Gtr Fret Noise

2

27

121

0

121

GtrCuttingNoise

2

28

121

1

121

CuttingNoise 2

2

29

95

1

121

Ac Bass Slap

2

30

121

2

121

Breath Noise

2

31

121

0

122

Flute Key Click

2

32

121

1

122

Seashore

2

33

121

0

123

Rain

2

34

121

1

123

Thunder

2

35

121

2

123

Wind

2

36

121

3

123

Stream

2

37

121

4

123

Bubble

2

38

121

5

123

Bird Tweet

2

39

121

0

124

Dog Barking

2

40

121

1

124

Horse Gallop

2

41

121

2

124

Bird Tweet 2

2

42

121

3

124

Telephone

2

43

121

0

125

Telephone 2

2

44

121

1

125

Door Creak

2

45

121

2

125

Door Slam

2

46

121

3

125

Scratch

2

47

121

4

125

Wind Chime

2

48

121

5

125

Helicopter

2

49

121

0

126

Car Engine

2

50

121

1

126

Car Stopping

2

51

121

2

126

Car Passing

2

52

121

3

126

Car Crash

2

53

121

4

126

Siren

2

54

121

5

126

Train

2

55

121

6

126

Jet Plane

2

56

121

7

126

Starship

2

57

121

8

126

Burst Noise

2

58

121

9

126

Applause

2

59

121

0

127

Appendix

OTHERS: SFX

118

Multi-timbral mode = off/on1

Multi-timbral mode = on2

Sound Name
Bank LSB

Program Number

Bank MSB

Bank LSB

Program Number

Laughing

2

60

121

1

127

Screaming

2

61

121

2

127

Punch

2

62

121

3

127

Heartbeat

2

63

121

4

127

Foot Step

2

64

121

5

127

Gunshot

2

65

121

0

128

Machine Gun

2

66

121

1

128

Laser Gun

2

67

121

2

128

Explosion

2

68

121

3

128

Standard Set

2

69

120

0

1

Room Set

2

70

120

0

9

Power Set

2

71

120

0

17

Electronic Set

2

72

120

0

25

Analog Set

2

73

120

0

26

Jazz Set

2

74

120

0

33

Brush Set

2

75

120

0

41

Orchestra Set

2

76

120

0

49

SFX Set

2

77

120

0

57

Ambience Set

2

78

120

0

1

*1

Platinum Set

2

79

120

0

1

*2

Ballad Set

2

80

120

0

1

*3

Appendix

OTHERS: DRUMKIT

*1 Exclusive message (F0, 40, 7F, 33, 04, 02, 10, ch, 7F, 02, F7) is required after the Program Change message.
*2 Exclusive message (F0, 40, 7F, 33, 04, 02, 10, ch, 7F, 04, F7) is required after the Program Change message.
*3 Exclusive message (F0, 40, 7F, 33, 04, 02, 10, ch, 7F, 05, F7) is required after the Program Change message.
‘ch’ is the MIDI channel number (00~0F)

119

Drum Sound Mapping List

C1

C2

C3

Appendix

C4

C5

120

C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E

Standard Set

Room Set

Power Set

Electronic Set

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Acoustic Bass Drum
Bass Drum 1
Side Stick
Acoustic Snare
Hand Clap
Electric Snare
Low Floor Tom
Closed Hi-hat
High Floor Tom
Pedal Hi-hat
Low Tom
Open Hi-hat
Low-Mid Tom
High-Mid Tom
Crash Cymbal 1
Hi Tom
Ride Cymbal 1
Chinese Cymbal
Ride Bell
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Cowbell
Crash Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Open Hi Conga
Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Acoustic Bass Drum
Bass Drum 1
Side Stick
Acoustic Snare
Hand Clap
Electric Snare
Room Low Tom 2
Closed Hi-hat
Room Low Tom 1
Pedal Hi-hat
Room Mid Tom 2
Open Hi-hat
Room Mid Tom 1
Room Hi Tom 2
Crash Cymbal 1
Room Hi Tom 1
Ride Cymbal 1
Chinese Cymbal
Ride Bell
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Cowbell
Crash Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Open Hi Conga
Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Acoustic Bass Drum
Power Kick Drum
Side Stick
Power Snare Drum
Hand Clap
Electric Snare
Power Low Tom 2
Closed Hi-hat
Power Low Tom 1
Pedal Hi-hat
Power Mid Tom 2
Open Hi-hat
Power Mid Tom 1
Power Hi Tom 2
Crash Cymbal 1
Power Hi Tom 1
Ride Cymbal 1
Chinese Cymbal
Ride Bell
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Cowbell
Crash Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Open Hi Conga
Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Acoustic Bass Drum
Electric Bass Drum
Side Stick
Electric Snare 1
Hand Clap
Electric Snare 2
Electric Low Tom 2
Closed Hi-hat
Electric Low Tom 1
Pedal Hi-hat
Electric Mid Tom 2
Open Hi-hat
Electric Mid Tom 1
Electric Hi Tom 2
Crash Cymbal 1
Electric Hi Tom 1
Ride Cymbal 1
Reverse Cymbal
Ride Bell
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Cowbell
Crash Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Analog Mid Conga
Analog Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

C2

C3

C4

C5

Analog Set

Jazz Set

Brush Set

Orchestra Set

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Acoustic Bass Drum
Analog Bass Drum
Analog Rim Shot
Analog Snare 1
Hand Clap
Electric Snare
Analog Low Tom 2
Analog CHH 1
Analog Low Tom 1
Analog CHH 2
Analog Mid Tom 2
Analog OHH
Analog Mid Tom 1
Analog Hi Tom 2
Analog Cymbal
Analog Hi Tom 1
Ride Cymbal 1
Chinese Cymbal
Ride Bell
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Analog Cowbell
Crash Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Analog Hi Conga
Analog Mid Conga
Analog Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Analog Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Analog Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Jazz Kick 2
Jazz Kick 1
Side Stick
Acoustic Snare
Hand Clap
Electric Snare
Low Floor Tom
Closed Hi-hat
High Floor Tom
Pedal Hi-hat
Low Tom
Open Hi-hat
Low-Mid Tom
High-Mid Tom
Crash Cymbal 1
Hi Tom
Ride Cymbal 1
Chinese Cymbal
Ride Bell
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Cowbell
Crash Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Open Hi Conga
Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Jazz Kick 2
Jazz Kick 1
Side Stick
Brush Tap
Brush Slap
Brush Swirl
Low Floor Tom
Closed Hi-hat
High Floor Tom
Pedal Hi-hat
Low Tom
Open Hi-hat
Low-Mid Tom
High-Mid Tom
Crash Cymbal 1
Hi Tom
Ride Cymbal 1
Chinese Cymbal
Ride Bell
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Cowbell
Crash Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Open Hi Conga
Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

Closed Hi-hat 2
Pedal Hi-hat
Open Hi-hat 2
Ride Cymbal 1
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Concert BD 2
Concert BD 1
Side Stick
Concert SD
Castanets
Concert SD
Timpani F
Timpani F#
Timpani G
Timpani G#
Timpani A
Timpani A#
Timpani B
Timani c
Timpani c#
Timpani d
Timpani d#
Timpani e
Timpani f
Tambourine
Splash Cymbal
Cowbell
Concert Cymbal 2
Vibra-slap
Concert Cymbal 1
High Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Open Hi Conga
Low Conga
High Timbale
Low Timbale
High Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Block
Low Wood Block
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bell Tree
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo
Applause

Appendix

C1

C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E

121

Drum Sound Mapping List
SFX Set

C1

C2

C3

Appendix

C4

C5

122

C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E

High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Guitar Fret Noise
Guitar Cutting Noise Up
Guitar Cutting Noise Down
String Slap of Double Bass
Fl. Key Click
Laughing
Scream
Punch
Heart Beat
Footsteps 1
Footsteps 2
Applause
Door Creaking
Door
Scratch
Wind Chimes
Car-Engine
Car-Stop
Car-Pass
Car-Crash
Siren
Train
Jetplane
Helicoopter
Startship
Gun Shot
Machine Gun
Lasergun
Explosion
Dog
Horse-Gallop
Birds
Rain
Thunder
Wind
Seashore
Stream
Bubble

Ambience Set
Snare Roll
Finger Snap
High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Ambi BD2
Ambi BD1
Ambi Rim
Ambi SD1
Ambi Clap
Ambi SD2
AmbiLowTom2
Ambi HHC
AmbiLowTom1
Ambi HHP
AmbiMidTom2
Ambi HHO
AmbiMidTom1
AmbiHiTom2
Ambi Crash1
AmbiHiTom1
Ambi Ride1
Chinese Cymbal
Ambi Cup
TambourIne
Funk Splash
Cowbell
Funk Crash2
Vibra slap
Ambi Ride2
Hi Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Hi Conga
Low Conga
Hi Timbale
Low Timbale
Hi Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Blk
Low Wood Blk
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bar Chimes
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

Platinum Set
Snare Roll
Finger Snap
High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Plat BD2
Plat BD1
Plat Rim
Plat SD1
Ambi Clap
Plat SD2
FunkLowTom2
Funk HHC
FunkLowTom1
Funk HHP
FunkMidTom2
Funk HHO
FunkMidTom1
FunkHiTom2
Funk Crash1
FunkHiTom1
Ambi Ride1
Chinese Cymbal
Ambi Cup
TambourIne
Funk Splash
Cowbell
Funk Crash2
Vibra slap
Ambi Ride2
Hi Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Hi Conga
Low Conga
Hi Timbale
Low Timbale
Hi Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Blk
Low Wood Blk
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bar Chimes
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

Ballad Set
Snare Roll
Finger Snap
High Q
Slap
Scratch Push
Scratch Pull
Sticks
Square Click
Metronome Click
Metronome Bell
Bala BD2
Bala BD1
Plat Rim
Bala SD1
Ambi Clap
Bala SD2
FunkLowTom2
Funk HHC
FunkLowTom1
Funk HHP
FunkMidTom2
Funk HHO
FunkMidTom1
FunkHiTom2
Ambi Crash1
FunkHiTom1
Ambi Ride1
Chinese Cymbal
Ambi Cup
TambourIne
Funk Splash
Cowbell
Funk Crash2
Vibra slap
Ambi Ride2
Hi Bongo
Low Bongo
Mute Hi Conga
Hi Conga
Low Conga
Hi Timbale
Low Timbale
Hi Agogo
Low Agogo
Cabasa
Maracas
Short Whistle
Long Whistle
Short Guiro
Long Guiro
Claves
Hi Wood Blk
Low Wood Blk
Mute Cuica
Open Cuica
Mute Triangle
Open Triangle
Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bar Chimes
Castanets
Mute Surdo
Open Surdo

Drum Rhythm List
Rhythm Name

No.

Rhythm Name

1

8 Beat 1

51

Hip Hop 3

2

8 Beat 2

52

Hip Hop 4

3

8 Beat 3

53

Techno 1

4

16 Beat 1

54

Techno 2

5

16 Beat 2

55

Techno 3

6

16 Beat 3

56

Heavy Techno

7

16 Beat 4

57

8 Shuffle 1

8

16 Beat 5

58

8 Shuffle 2

9

16 Beat 6

59

8 Shuffle 3

10

Rock Beat 1

60

Boogie

11

Rock Beat 2

61

16 Shuffle 1

12

Rock Beat 3

62

16 Shuffle 2

13

Hard Rock

63

16 Shuffle 3

14

Heavy Beat

64

T Shuffle

15

Surf Rock

65

Triplet 1

16

2nd Line

66

Triplet 2

17

50 Ways

67

Triplet 3

18

Ballad 1

68

Triplet 4

19

Ballad 2

69

Triplet Ballad 1

20

Ballad 3

70

Triplet Ballad 2

21

Ballad 4

71

Triplet Ballad 3

22

Ballad 5

72

Motown 1

23

Light Ride 1

73

Motown 2

24

Light Ride 2

74

Ride Swing

25

Smooth Beat

75

H.H. Swing

26

Rim Beat

76

Jazz Waltz 1

27

Slow Jam

77

Jazz Waltz 2

28

Pop 1

78

5/4 Swing

29

Pop 2

79

Tom Swing

30

Electro Pop 1

80

Fast 4 Beat

31

Electro Pop 2

81

H.H. Bossa Nova

32

Ride Beat 1

82

Ride Bossa Nova

33

Ride Beat 2

83

Beguine

34

Ride Beat 3

84

Mambo

35

Ride Beat 4

85

Cha Cha

36

Slip Beat

86

Samba

37

Jazz Rock

87

Light Samba

38

Funky Beat 1

88

Surdo Samba

39

Funky Beat 2

89

Latin Groove

40

Funky Beat 3

90

Afro Cuban

41

Funk 1

91

Songo

42

Funk 2

92

Bembe

43

Funk 3

93

African Bembe

44

Funk Shuffle 1

94

Merenge

45

Funk Shuffle 2

95

Reggae

46

Buzz Beat

96

Tango

47

Disco 1

97

Habanera

48

Disco 2

98

Waltz

49

Hip Hop 1

99

Ragtime

50

Hip Hop 2

100

Appendix

No.

Country & Western

123

Settings List
The tables below list all of the settings/functions that can be adjusted from the CN34 digital piano’s panel interface,
in addition to available ranges/types, default settings, and Registration/User Memory storing capabilities.
No.

Setting Name

Range / Type

Default Setting

Registration

User Memory

1. Basic Settings
1-1

Equaliser

Off, Loudness, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Mid Cut, User

Off

z

z

User Low

–6 dB - +6dB

0 dB

z

z

User Mid Low

–6 dB - +6dB

0 dB

z

z

User Mid High

–6 dB - +6dB

0 dB

z

z

User High

–6 dB - +6dB

0 dB

z

z

1-2

Speaker Volume

Normal, Low

Normal

-

z

1-3

Phones Volume

Normal, High

Normal

-

z

1-4

Line Out Volume

0 - 10

10

-

z

1-5

Audio Rec. Gain

0 dB - +15 dB

0 dB

-

z

1-6

Tuning

427.0Hz - 453.0 Hz

440.0 Hz

z

z

1-7

Damper Hold

Off, On

Off

z

z

1-8

Four Hands

Off, On

Off

z

z

1-9

User Memory

-

-

-

-

1-10

Factory Reset

-

-

-

-

2. Virtual Technician
2-1

Damper Resonance

Off, 1 - 10

5

z

z

2-2

String Resonance

Off, 1 - 10

5

z

z

2-3

Key-off Effect

Off, 1 - 10

5

z

z

2-4

Fall-back Noise

Off, 1 - 10

5

z

z

Temperament

Equal (Piano), Pure Major, Pure Minor, Pythagorean,
Meantime, Werckmeister, Kirnberger, Equal (Flat), Equal

Equal (Piano)

z

z

C - B (when NOT using Equal)

C

z

z

0 - +3

0

z

z

2-5

Temperament Key
3. Key Settings
3-1

Lower Octave Shift

3-2

Lower Pedal On/Off

Off, On

Off

z

z

3-3

Layer Octave Shift

-2 - +2

0

z

z

3-4

Layer Dynamics

Off, 1 - 10

10

z

z

Appendix

4. MIDI Settings
4-1

MIDI Channel

1 - 16

1

z

z

4-2

Send Program Change Number

-

1

z

z

4-3

Local Control

Off, On

On

z

z

4-4

Transmit Program Change Number

Off, On

On

z

z

4-5

Multi Timbral Mode

Off, On1, On2

Off

z

z

Channel Mute

Play, Mute for each channel 1 - 16

All Play

z

z

Off, 30 min., 60 min., 120 min.

-

-

-*

5. Power Settings
5-1

Auto Power Off

* Auto Power Off setting is stored to User Memory automatically.

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Setting Name

Range / Type

Default Setting

Registration

User Memory

Touch
Touch Curve

Light+, Light, Normal, Heavy, Heavy+, Off

Normal

z

z

Key Transpose On/Off (button)

Off, On

Off

z

z

Key Transpose Value

–12 (C) - +12 (C)

0

z

z

Song Transpose Value

–12 (C) - +12 (C)

0

-

-

Split On/Off (button)

Off, On

Off

z

z

Split Point

A–1 - C7

C3

z

z

Metronome On/Off (button)

Off, On

Off

-

-

Tempo

10 - 400 BPM

120 BPM

z

z

Beat

1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8,
100 Drum Rhythms

4/4

z

z

Volume

0 - 10

5

z

z

Transpose

Split

Metronome Menu

Internal Recorder : Playback Mode Menu
Tempo (main screen)

10 - 400 BPM

120 BPM

-

-

Song Volume

1 - 10

5

-

-

Song Transpose

–12 (C) - +12 (C)

0 (C)

-

-

Song Part

1, 2, 1&2

1&2

-

-

USB Recorder : SMF Playback Mode Menu
Volume (main screen)

1 - 10

5

-

-

Song Tempo

10 - 400 BPM

120 BPM

-

-

Song Transpose

–12 (C) - +12 (C)

0 (C)

-

-

Song Part

Play, Mute

Play

-

-

Reverb Menu
Reverb On/Off (button)

Off, On

Off

z

z

Reverb Type

Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, Live Hall, Cathedral

Sound’s default

z

z

Effects On/Off (button)

Off, On

Off

z

z

Effect Type

Chorus, Classic Chorus, Song Part, Ping Delay, Triple Delay, Tremolo,
Classic Tremolo, Phaser, Rotary1, Rotary2, Rotary3, Phaser+Amp,
Auto Pan+Amp

Sound’s default

z

z

Appendix

Effects Menu

125

Specifications
Keyboard

Sound Source
Internal Sounds

88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces
Responsive Hammer II (RHII) action with Let-Off
Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ (PHI), 88-key piano sampling
324 voices
+ 12 drum sets

PIANO1:
PIANO2:
ELECTRIC PIANO:
ORGAN:
HARPSI & MALLETS:
STRINGS:
CHOIR & PAD:
BASS:
OTHERS:

Polyphony
Keyboard Modes

max. 256 notes
Dual Mode, Split Mode, Four Hands Mode (Volume/Balance adjustable)

Reverb

Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, Live Hall, Cathedral

Effects

Chorus, Classic Chorus, Stereo Delay, Ping Delay, Triple Delay, Tremolo, Classic Tremolo,
Phaser, Rotary1, Rotary2, Rotary3, Phaser+Amp, Auto Pan + Amp

Virtual Technician

Internal Recorder

Resonance:
Noise & Effects:

String Resonance, Damper Resonance
Fall-back Noise, Key-off Effect (incl. Key-off Release)

Temperament:

Equal (Piano), Pure Major, Pure minor, Pythagorean, Meantone, Werckmeister,
Kirnberger, Equal (Flat), Equal (Stretch), Key of Temperament

3 songs, 2 tracks recorder – approximately 90,000 note memory capacity

USB Functions

Playback:

MP3, WAV, SMF

Record:

MP3, WAV, SMF

Other:

Metronome

Beat:
Tempo:

Internal Songs

Demo Songs:
Lesson Function:
Concert Magic:

Registrations
Other Settings
& Functions

Appendix

Concert Grand, Studio Grand, Mellow Grand, Modern Piano
Concert Grand 2, Studio Grand 2, Mellow Grand 2, Rock Piano
Classic E.P., Modern E.P., 60’s E.P., Modern E.P. 2
Jazz Organ, Blues Organ, Ballad Organ, Gospel Organ,
Church Organ, Diapason, Full Ensemble, Diapason Oct.
Harpsichord, Harpsichord 2, Vibraphone, Clavi
Slow Strings, String Pad, Warm Strings,String Ensemble
Choir, Choir 2, New Age, Atmosphere
Wood Bass, Electric Bass, Fretless Bass, W. Bass & Ride
300 voices (incl. 12 drum sets)

Display
Pedals

Convert Song to Audio, Load Internal Song, Save Internal Song, Save SMF Song,
Load Registration, Save Registration, Rename File, Delete File, Format USB
1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8 + 100 drum rhythms
10 - 400 bpm (20 - 800 bpm for eighth note rhythms)
31 songs
Alfred or Burgmüller, Czerny, Beyer (depending on market location)
88 songs

9 memories
Touch Curve Select, Key/Song Transpose, Equaliser (incl. User EQ), Speaker Volume, Phones Volume,
Line Out Volume, Audio Recorder Gain, Tuning, Damper Hold, Four Hands, User Memory, Factory Reset,
Lower Octave Shift, Lower Pedal On/Off, Layer Octave Shift, Layer Dynamics, MIDI Channel, Send PGM#,
Local Control, Transmit PGM#, Multi-timbral Mode, Channel Mute, Auto Power Off
16 x 2 characters LCD
Sustain (with half-pedal support), Soft, Sostenuto

Jacks LINE IN (L/MONO, R), LINE OUT (L/MONO, R), Headphones x 2, MIDI (IN/OUT), USB to Host, USB to Device
Speaker System

Speakers:
Output Power:

Power Consumption
Dimensions
(not including music rack)

Weight

16 cm x 2 (full range speakers)
20 W x 2

30 W
1382 (W) x 473 (D) x 892 (H) mm
54 ½” (W) x 18 2⁄3” (D) x 35 1⁄3” (H)
55 Kg
122 lbs.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

126

MIDI Exclusive Data Format
1st byte

2nd byte

3rd byte

4th byte

5th byte

6th byte

7th byte

8th byte

9th byte

10th byte

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Byte

ID

Description

1 F0

Start code

2 40

Kawai ID number

3 00 - 0F

MIDI channel

4 10, 30

Function code (30 when setting Multi-timbre On/Off )

5 04

Indicates that the instrument is an electric piano

6 02

Indicates that the piano is a CN model

7 data 1
8 data 2

See table below

9 data 3
End code

data 1

data 2

data 3

Function

00

00

-

Multi-timbre Off

02

00

-

Multi-timbre On 1

01

00

-

Multi-timbre On 2

0F

00 - 7F

-

Split Point

14

00 - 7F

-

Dual/Split balance

16

1F - 60

-

Tune, 40: 440 Hz

17

00, 7F

-

00: Program Change Off, 7F: Program Chage On

18

00 - 05

-

00: Light, 01: Normal, 02: Heavy, 03: Off, 04: Light +, 05: Heavy +

19

00 - 03

-

Lower Octave Shift

20

00 - 7F

00 - 15

Dual, data 2: Main sound, data 3: Layer sound

21

00 - 7F

00 - 15

Split, data 2: Upper sound, data 3: Lower sound

22

00 - 7F

00 -7F

Four Hands, data2: Right sound, data3: Left sound

25

00 - 08

00 - 0B

data 2: Temperament, data 3: Key

26

00, 7F

00 - 0F

Multi-timbre, data 2: 00 (On), 7F (Off ), data 3: Channel

27

00 - 02

00 - 02

Dual/Split, Right (Upper)/Left (Lower), sound Bank LSB

Appendix

10 F7

127

MIDI Implementation Chart
„ Kawai CN34 digital piano
Date: June 2012 Version: 1.0

Function
Basic channel

Transmit

At power-up
Settable
At power-up

Mode

Note number
Velocity
After touch

1

1

1 - 16

1 - 16
Mode 1

°

Mode 1, 3

Alternative

ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ

°

9 - 120**

0 - 127

Range

ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ

0 - 127

Note on

{

{

Note off

{

{

Key specific

°

°

Channel specific

°

{

0, 32
1
5
6, 38
7
10
11
64
65
66
67
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
84
91
93
98, 99
100, 101

°
{
°
°
°
{
°
°
{ (Right pedal)
°
{ (Center pedal)
{ (Left pedal)
{
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
{
{
°
°
{ 0-127

{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{
{

Bank Select
Modulation
Portament Time
Data Entry
Volume
Panpot
Expression Pedal
Sustain Pedal
Portament
Sostenuto Pedal
Soft Pedal
Hold 2
Sustain Level
Resonance
Release Time
Attack Time
Cuttoff
Decay Time
Vibrato Speed
Vibrato Depth
Vibrato Delay
Portament Control
Reverb Send Level
Chorus Send Level
NRPN LSB, MSB
RPN LSB, MSB
*1

True

ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ
{

{

On/Off Selectable

Song position

°

°

Song selection

°

°

Tune

°

°

Clock

°

°

Commands

°

°

All sound Off

°

{ (120)

Reset all controller

°

{ (121)

Local On / Off

°

{

All notes Off

°

{ (123 - 127)

Active sensing

°

{

Reset

°

°

Control change

Program change

Appendix

Exclusive

Real time

Other functions

Remarks

Mode 3

Message

Pitch bend

Common

Receive

* The default for the OMNI
mode is On.
Specifying MIDI channels
automatically turns it Off.
** The value depends on the
Transpose setting.

*1 Please refer to the Program Change Number List on page 111.

128

Mode 1: omni mode On, Poly

Mode 2: omni mode On, Mono

{ : Yes

Mode 3: omni mode Off, Poly

Mode 4: omni mode Off, Mono

° : No

Appendix

User Notes

129

Appendix

User Notes

130

Hello to Jason Isaacs!

CN34 Owner’s Manual
KPSZ-0545
OW1064E-S1211

Printed in Indonesia
Copyright © 2012 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
817577-R102



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