When a master craftsman produces his finest work, it is not unusual that he should name it after himself. After all, this is the culmination of all his efforts, that for which he hopes to be remembered. Shigeru Kawai was no exception.
Son of a master piano builder (and apprentice of Torakusu Yamaha) Koichi Kawai, Shigeru believed in his father’s principle of making every piece the best it could possibly be. After decades in pursuit of perfection, Shigeru Kawai produced his tour de force in 2000. Like the Ferrari sports car company around the same time, Kawai was so proud of what he had created that he decided to brand it with his full name. Shigeru Kawai products are the finest models Kawai have to offer, and if you’ve ever played a Kawai piano of any model you’ll realise just what a statement that is. The Shigeru Kawai SK2 and Shigeru Kawai SK5 are available from our showroom in Rickmansworth.
If you love the tone of a finely crafted piano, be sure to find a Shigeru Kawai for sale before settling for any other model. The attention to detail in these instruments really is second to none, and the combination of traditional and cutting edge materials mean they offer performance which can surprise even the most seasoned player. Discerning enthusiasts have been so enticed by this model that it can sometimes be difficult to find a Shigeru Kawai piano for sale locally, so a trip to our showroom is a must.
A beautiful musical instrument is purchased with the heart, not the head, and when you hear the haunting sound of a Shigeru Kawai, price is irrelevant. In the case of a mature product like a piano, marginal improvements come only as a result of unstinting determination. For those who understand that a Kawai Shigeru for sale represents a triumph of resolve, the pinnacle of an ancient and noble craft.
Shigeru Kawai passed away in 2006, leaving a legacy which will be treasured for generations. These pianos are his eulogy.
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Richard Lawson's service was wonderful throughout… read more the process. Colin was super responsive and helpful, even on the weekend, resulting in my delivery of a Yamaha with brand-new silent system in a week. Delivery was also very efficient despite stairs and narrow corridors.
I wanted a Yamaha C6. I saw one on eBay. I worried… read more about its state as an eBay item but found it was being sold by Richard Lawson Pianos, it was also on their website with many other pianos. I checked as many reviews as I could find about this company and found them hugely positive. That gave me the confidence I needed to make contact by email. Richard responded promptly. A visit to the showroom would have been difficult for me at this time and after a few emails between us I accepted Richard’s assurance that the piano was excellent. I decided to buy the C6. It was delivered by a team of three people who were clearly experienced in moving pianos as it had to come a circuitous route into the house; another happy experience as they were also good people to deal with. Richard spoke truly – it is an excellent Yamaha C6. A good piano is an expensive purchase. If you want value for money and a pain free experience, choose Richard Lawson Pianos.
Wonderful service from Richard. Great, personal, fast… read more and effective in comminication. Good knowledge and a very pleasant overall experience. I recommend this dealer to everyone interested in high quality instruments and service! Thank you.
I have been looking to upgrade my upright to a grand… read more for sometime and as soon as I arrived at Richard's showroom, I was met with a warm and friendly greeting and nothing has been to much trouble, I explained what I was looking for, the room and ideally my budget. Richard provided a wide range of choice and didn't just direct me to the top of my budget but showed lots of options, providing impartial advice without the sales pressure.I purchased an SK3 from Richard which was delivered today, the service and approach is faultless and the piano is stunning !. Whatever, piano you're looking for my best advice is talk to Richard and pay him a visit - highly recommended
We used Richard 12 years ago to find our Yamaha UX3… read more upright. After moving property we wanted to upgrade to a Grand Piano. Richard helped us find the perfect fit and we are very happy with the result. He took back our original piano that had appreciated in value! Highly recommend.
I recently bought a stunning reconditioned Yamaha piano… read more from Richard Lawson Pianos. I would like to thank Colin for his expert help through the whole process of purchasing the piano: from choosing the right piano, arranging finance, adding a 'silent system' through to the final delivery. Highly recommended for the impressive variety of pianos on offer and the very professional service.
I was very impressed with the service at Richard Lawson… read more Pianos Ltd. I ordered my piano it had to come from abroad Richard kept me updated on the progress of the order and it actually arrived ahead of schedule. Delivery was efficient and it is perfect in the home. I would recommend. Many thanks to Richard Lawson Pianos.
Highly recommend Richard Lawson Pianos!!!We bought… read more a Yamaha YUS upright piano (refurbished by Yamaha) from Richard Lawsons and really pleased.Both Richard and Colin were very helpful and beyond our expectations. They were professionals and explained everything, answered our questions patiently. They didn’t rush us to take a decision and let us try out few pianos until we were happy.Colin offered his professional recommendation and helped us to decide on the purchase. Colins’s recommendations was reconfirmed by the piano technician we hired and you can completely rely on Colin and Richard’s advice.I would highly recommend Richard Lawson Piano!!