Designed in our most popular “classic grand” size, the GL-40 is longer than many pianos in its class to provide greater bass resonance and enhanced tonal presence.

The Kawai GL-40 Grand Piano is a 5’11” (180 cm) “classic salon” grand that is a popular choice for homes, schools, and studios due to its blend of size, performance features, and durability. It features Kawai’s innovative Millennium III action and CORE system, providing a high level of touch and rich tonal resonance

• Millennium III Action: This exclusive action features ABS-Carbon composites, which are stronger and lighter than wood, offering a precise, consistent, and durable touch. It includes extended length key sticks and concert-length key buttons, providing an even response across the entire key length.
• CORE System: An acronym for “Convergence for Optimum Reflected Energy,” this structural design ensures the piano’s strength centers (rim, plate, and beams) converge at a central point. This maximizes the reflective capabilities of the inner rim for greater tonal sustain and power.
• Solid Spruce Tapered Soundboard: The soundboard is made from solid Sitka spruce and is precision tapered, a feature often found in high-end instruments, which increases the active vibrating area for a richer, more dynamic tone.
• Stretcher Over-Lap Integrated Design (SOLID): This construction creates a rigid foundation for string tension by integrating the pin block and stretcher bar into a single, strong structure anchored to the rim, which helps ensure stable tuning.
• Other Features:
  • Dual-Duplex Scaling: Adds tonal richness and harmonic depth.
  • V-Pro Plate: A strong, stable, and beautiful plate made using the vacuum mold process with a “cross bone” design.