The structural design determines how well a piano projects its sound and how long it stays in tune. The GX-2 received major structural modifications under the banner of the "Kawai Blak" design philosophy.

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While it uses the same Millennium III technology, the GX-2 benefits from an elongated key design. The keys themselves are longer, moving the fulcrum point further back.

The GX-2 was designed with a more robust, modern cabinet finish, which is often cited as more durable than the RX-2. Key Takeaways for Buyers

Verdict: If you play rapid-fire repeated notes (Ravel, Liszt, or jazz bebop), the GX-2 wins hands-down. The RX-2 feels more "traditional" but slightly slower.

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When it comes to sound quality, both pianos deliver exceptional performance. They both feature Kawai's renowned Harmonic Imaging sound generation technology, which provides a rich and detailed sound. However, the GX2 takes it a step further, with a more extensive sound library and a higher polyphony of 256 notes, compared to the RX2's 128 notes.

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