The Kawai RX-2 (5'10") and the GX-2 (5'11") are highly similar in tonal characteristics, with the GX-2 serving as the evolutionary successor to the popular RX-2, introduced about 10 years ago to offer improved structural and mechanical design. While sharing a warm, "American-style" sound for Asian pianos, the GX-2 introduces subtle upgrades, including slightly thicker rims, redesigned beams, and a slightly longer key-stick length for better control, making the GX-2’s action feel more comparable to a larger 6'6" piano.
| Condition | RX-2 | GX-2 | | --- | --- | --- | | Good used | $8,000 – $12,000 | $16,000 – $22,000 | | Excellent/rebuilt | $12,000 – $14,000 | $22,000 – $28,000 | | New (old stock) | N/A | $30k+ (new retail) | kawai rx2 vs gx2
Executive summary