| Your Scenario | Winner | | :--- | :--- | | Best sound for recording studio | | | Best value (used market) | RX-2 | | Fastest action for virtuoso repertoire | GX-2 | | Best for small home (under 300 sq ft room) | RX-2 (slightly less overpowering bass) | | Best investment (holds value longer) | GX-2 (current model, still in production) | | Best for institutional use (schools, churches) | RX-2 (more robust, cheaper to maintain parts) |
action is more refined, incorporating parts similar to those in the Shigeru Kawai line for increased strength and stability Rim Construction (Konsei Katagi) kawai rx2 vs gx2
uses an updated rim design with alternating layers of small- and large-pore hardwoods to balance power/projection with warmth Stretcher Bar and Stability | Your Scenario | Winner | | :---
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utilizes a (often reserved for higher-end models), which allows for greater resonance and a "bigger" tone that feels like a much larger grand piano. Value & Availability The GX2 also comes with a 16-track recorder,
The Kawai GX2 is a more advanced digital piano that boasts a 88-key, Grand Feel action keyboard with 3 sensitivity levels. It features 580 built-in sounds, including 12 piano sounds, and offers 280 rhythms and 130 songs for practice and entertainment. The GX2 also comes with a 16-track recorder, wireless connectivity via Bluetooth, and a more powerful 2x20W speaker system.
Kawai GX-2 is the modern successor to the highly successful Kawai RX-2