Kawai CA401 vs Korg B2
| Kawai CA401 | Korg B2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Grand Feel Compact action (88 wooden keys) | 88 key (A0–C8), NH (Natural Weighted Hammer Action) Keyboard |
| Polyphony | 192 | 120 |
| Sounds / presets | 19 | 12 |
| Sound engine | — | Stereo PCM |
| Speakers | 40 W | 30 W |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| USB audio | No | Yes |
| Weight | 57.5 kg | 11.4 kg |
| Released | 2023 | 2015 |
| Release month | 4 | — |
| Discontinued | — | 2025 |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Korg B2 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (57.5 kg vs 11.4 kg).
- Choose the Kawai CA401 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (192 vs 120).
- Choose the Kawai CA401 if you want more variety of built-in voices (19 vs 12).
- Choose the Kawai CA401 if you practise out loud without an amp (40 W vs 30 W).
Full spec sheets: Kawai CA401 · Korg B2. Rows with a highlighted background differ.