Kurzweil SP8 Stage Keyboard – Built to Play. Master Your Stage
Kurzweil has announced the new SP8 Stage Keyboard, a performance-focused instrument designed for players who need expressive sound, immediate control, and rock-solid reliability on stage.
Built on Kurzweil’s renowned V.A.S.T. engine, the SP8 delivers authentic acoustic realism, deep synthesis, and intuitive hands-on control in a streamlined keyboard made for modern performers.
Authentic Piano Feel and Response
The SP8 features an 88-key fully weighted hammer-action keyboard, giving players the feel and control they expect from a professional stage piano.
At the heart of the instrument are Kurzweil’s German D and Triple Strike piano sounds, enhanced with Kurzweil String Resonance (KSR) for natural harmonic response and realistic pedal behavior. Combined with 256-voice polyphony and half-damper pedal support, the SP8 is ready for expressive, dynamic performances.
A Huge Sound Library Ready Instantly
Powered by FlashPlay technology, the SP8 includes 2 GB of factory sounds with no loading delays.
- 1000 factory Programs across 10 easy-to-navigate categories
- Over 200 factory Multis for splits and layers
- More than 4000 user locations for custom sounds
Many sounds are drawn from flagship Kurzweil instruments including the K2700, K2088, and PC4, bringing premium sound quality to the stage.
More Than a Stage Piano
The SP8 goes far beyond piano sounds, offering a full palette of performance-ready instruments:
- KB3 ToneReal organ modeling with real-time drawbar control
- Classic tine electric pianos, clavinets, and vintage keys
- 6-operator FM synthesis
- Bells, mallets, and orchestral textures
- Vector synthesis waveforms and classic Kurzweil sounds
From vintage to modern, the SP8 is designed to cover an entire set.
Hands-On Performance Control
The front panel is designed for real-time control without menu diving.
- 5 assignable knobs and 5 buttons with 3-position Shift (15 virtual controls each)
- Pitch and assignable modulation wheels
- Dedicated transpose buttons
- Tap Tempo with programmable tempo control
- Programmable Variation button
Everything you need is within reach during a performance.
Built for Live Performance Setups
In Multi Mode, the SP8 becomes a powerful performance hub.
- 5-zone MIDI controller capability
- Up to 5 simultaneous arpeggiators or CC sequences
- Built-in riffs and metronome
- Audio input with onboard effects
With flexible pedal inputs and deep controller capabilities, the SP8 integrates easily into any live or studio rig.
The Kurzweil SP8 is built for performers who want inspiring sound, fast control, and dependable performance every time they step on stage.
More information coming soon.
