Beautiful from all angles: Kurzweil and Axel Hartmann channel mid-century modern design with the KaP1 digital piano [Video]

Following the lead set by Donner and Casio, Kurzweil has released a digital piano with a “mid century modern aesthetic” that’s said to be “beautiful from all angles”. With a look dreamt up by renowned synth designer Axel Hartmann, the KaP1 is actually billed as a stage piano, but could easily fit with the decor of a contemporary home or vibey studio.

It’s not all about the visuals, though: thanks to the inclusion of the Kore 2.0GB sound library, the KaP1 shares its 9-foot German grand piano samples with Kurzweil’s flagship K2700 workstation and SP7 Grand. There are string, electric piano and organ tones in here, too.

The H1 Ivory Hammer-Action Keyboard, meanwhile, is designed to replicate the touch and feel of a real piano. The KaP1 also features a 4-speaker stereo sound system that’s powered by dual 15W digital amplifiers, and has …