Kurzweil KAE1-LB Stage Piano - White

The Kurzweil KAE1-LB Stage Piano in White is a sleek, portable 88-note instrument designed to bring an authentic acoustic piano feel to your home, studio or stage. With its H1 Ivory graded hammer-action keybed, curated KORE 1.0 sound library and powerful 30W four-speaker system, it delivers a responsive, expressive playing experience that suits beginners, serious students and gigging players alike.

Alongside its natural piano touch and tone, the KAE1-LB offers modern conveniences such as Bluetooth audio and MIDI, a built-in metronome, simple song recorder and flexible split and layer modes. All of this is wrapped up in a compact, lightweight chassis that is easy to move and simple to integrate into any playing environment.

Authentic H1 Ivory Hammer-Action Keyboard

At the heart of the KAE1-LB is Kurzweil’s H1 Ivory, 4-zone graded, hammer-action keyboard. The black keys feature a textured, wood-like feel, while the white keys use ivory-coloured key-tops to closely mirror the tactile response of an acoustic piano. This graded action encourages proper technique, gives you precise dynamic control and makes the transition between acoustic and digital playing feel seamless.

Hand-Picked Sounds from the KORE 1.0 Library

The KAE1-LB is powered by Kurzweil’s 128MB KORE 1.0 sound library, including optimised German D piano samples derived from their professional line of instruments. In addition to the flagship acoustic piano, you get a hand-picked selection of 20 factory sounds covering electric pianos, organs, clavs, strings and more. This compact but carefully curated palette keeps sound selection straightforward while still giving you the versatility to cover rehearsals, lessons, worship, pop gigs and home practice.

Built-In Tools for Practice and Performance

To support learning and performance, the KAE1-LB includes a 14-time-signature metronome and an intuitive single-track song recorder. The metronome helps you build timing and rhythmic accuracy, while the recorder lets you capture ideas, review your playing and track progress without needing extra gear. Split, layer and duo modes with adjustable split point make it easy to create left-hand bass and right-hand piano setups, lush layered textures or side-by-side teaching configurations.

Integrated 30W Four-Speaker Sound System

An integrated 30W stereo sound system with four speakers and dual 15W digital amplifiers ensures your playing is heard clearly and evenly. Whether you are practising at home or playing in a small venue, the onboard speakers deliver a full, room-filling sound without needing external amplification. Bluetooth audio support lets you stream backing tracks directly through the piano, turning the KAE1-LB into a convenient all-in-one practice and performance hub.

• H1 Ivory Graded Hammer-Action Keyboard - The fully weighted, 4-zone graded hammer-action keybed with textured black keys and ivory-coloured white key-tops closely emulates an acoustic piano, giving you a natural, expressive feel that supports proper technique and nuanced dynamics.
• 20 Curated Sounds from the KORE 1.0 Library - Powered by a 128MB KORE 1.0 sound engine, the KAE1-LB offers 20 carefully chosen factory programmes, including German D acoustic piano, electric pianos, organs, clavs and strings, providing versatile tones for practice, performance and songwriting.
• Flexible Split, Layer and Duo Modes - Split, layer and duo performance modes with adjustable split point let you combine sounds creatively, play bass and piano together, stack rich textures or set up side-by-side teaching layouts, all from a simple, intuitive interface.
• Bluetooth Audio and MIDI Connectivity - Bluetooth 5.2 audio and MIDI allow you to stream music from a smartphone or tablet through the built-in speakers and connect wirelessly to compatible apps and software, keeping your setup tidy while expanding your creative and educational options.

Keyboard

• Keys: 88-note, fully weighted, 4-zone graded, hammer-action (H1 Ivory)
• Key Surfaces: Textured black keys, ivory-coloured white key-tops
• Touch Sensitivity: 3 settings
• Polyphony: 128 voices

Sound Engine

• Sound Library: KORE 1.0 (128MB)
• Factory Programmes: 20
• Effects: Reverb and Chorus

Performance Functions

• Performance Modes: Split / Layer / Duo
• Transpose: Full transposition to any key, plus/minus one octave
• Tuning: Plus/minus 100 cents
• Metronome: 14 time signatures
• Recorder/Sequencer: 1-track, 1-song MIDI recorder

Audio and Connectivity

• Sound System: 30W total output (2 x 15W), 4-speaker stereo system
• Analogue Input: Stereo 1/8"
• Analogue Output: 1 x 1/4" stereo
• Headphone Output: 1 x 1/4" headphone
• USB: Audio/MIDI
• MIDI: Via USB and Bluetooth
• Bluetooth: BT 5.2 Audio/MIDI

Pedals and Accessories

• Pedal Inputs: 1 x Sustain/Sostenuto, 1 x Soft
• Included Accessories: Power adaptor, sustain pedal (switch type), music rest

Dimensions and Power

• Height: 4.4" (11.2 cm)
• Depth: 13.3" (33.7 cm)
• Length: 52" (132 cm)
• Weight: 32.6 lb (14.8 kg)
• Power: External 12VDC 2A power supply
• Batteries: 8 x alkaline D cell