Kawai SH-9 High Performance Headphones

The Kawai SH-9 stereo headphones are built for players who spend real time at a digital or hybrid piano, delivering a clear, detailed sound that stays faithful to the instrument's own voice. An open air dynamic design lets the sound breathe, giving a natural, spacious presentation rather than the closed-in feel of many sealed headphones. A pair of 40 mm drivers covers the full 20 to 20,000 Hz range, so deep bass notes and bright overtones alike come through with clarity. Foam-padded earcups and a synthetic leather-lined headband keep things comfortable through long practice sessions, and at just 370 grams the Kawai SH-9 sit lightly on the head. A 47 ohm impedance and a gold-plated 3.5 mm plug with a detachable 6.3 mm adapter make them easy to connect to virtually any digital or hybrid piano.

• Open air dynamic stereo headphones designed for digital and hybrid pianos
• 40 mm drivers with a wide 20 to 20,000 Hz frequency response
• Output sound pressure level of 91.5 dB
• Maximum input power of 1,000 mW
• 47 ohm impedance for easy pairing with piano headphone outputs
• Foam-padded earcups and a synthetic leather-lined headband for lasting comfort
• Lightweight at 370 grams without the cable
• Gold-plated 3.5 mm straight plug with a detachable 6.3 mm adapter
• Compatible with all Kawai digital and hybrid piano models
• Black finish, measuring 16 (W) x 8.5 (D) x 19 (H) cm

Sound that stays true to your piano

The open air dynamic design is what sets the Kawai SH-9 apart from typical closed-back headphones. Instead of sealing the sound in, it allows a more open, natural response that suits the tone of acoustic-modeled and sampled pianos. The 40 mm drivers reproduce the full audible range evenly, so quiet passages keep their detail and fuller chords stay clear rather than muddy. The result is a listening experience that feels close to sitting at the instrument itself.

Comfort built for hours at the keys

Long practice and recording sessions put real demands on a pair of headphones, and the SH-9 is designed with that in mind. The foam-padded earcups rest gently over the ears while the synthetic leather-lined headband spreads weight evenly across the head. At 370 grams they stay light enough to forget you are wearing them, helping you stay focused without the pressure and fatigue that heavier models can cause.

Ready to plug into any piano

Connection is straightforward thanks to the gold-plated 3.5 mm straight plug, which pairs with a detachable 6.3 mm adapter for full-size headphone jacks. The 47 ohm impedance is well matched to the headphone outputs found on Kawai digital and hybrid pianos, so you get solid volume without an external amplifier. Whether your instrument uses a mini or standard jack, the SH-9 is ready to go.