Kawai MK10/MK20 MIDI Data Format Specification

Brand: Kawai
Category: Other Electronics
Document type: Datasheet
Language: English
Pages: 8
File format: PDF
File size: 168 KB
Published: 10 August, 2012
Updated: 29 August, 2012
Model: MK10
MD5 checksum: 5524C62A11CFB00055FA3A847890F0E2
PDF: Kawai MK10/MK20 MIDI Data Format Specification PDF

About this manual

This document defines the proprietary MIDI data formats used by the Kawai MK10 and MK20 personal keyboards. It outlines the specific binary codes for transmitting and recognizing various musical parameters across different modes.

What's inside

Mode A Orchestra 1CH
Mode A Solo 2CH
Mode A Bass 3CH
Mode A Chord 4CH
Mode A C.Melody 5CH
Mode A Rhythm 16CH
Mode A Realtime Message
Mode A,B Exclusive Message

Specifications

Kawai ID Number	02H
System Exclusive Status	FOH
Parameter Send Function	10H
Single Keyboard Group	05H

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kawai ID number in the Exclusive message?

The Kawai ID number is 02H.

What status byte indicates a System Exclusive message?

The status byte is FOH (11110000).

Which function code is used for parameter sending?

The function code is 10H.

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