| Feature | Kawai RX-2 | Kawai GX-2 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Standard square cutout | Solid oval cutout (less music falling through, better visibility) | | Lid | Standard prop | Longer, tapered prop for better projection | | Fallboard | Standard | Sliding soft-close fallboard | | Casters | Single-wheel brass | Double-wheel heavy-duty brass (easier to move) | | Finish | Polyester (mirror gloss) | Enhanced polyester (more depth) |
The RX series replaced the legendary Kawai RX (which replaced the KG series). The RX-2 quickly became the best-selling grand piano in North America for its size. It was the "workhorse" of the industry: reliable, consistent, and featuring Kawai’s proprietary Millennium III carbon-fiber action. kawai rx2 vs gx2
