THE GX-5
The GX-5 is the "grand piano for all seasons" for artists. With its resplendent tone and superb power, it adapts to an exceptional variety of instrumental requirements and performance settings.
The new standard in grand piano design surpasses imagination. It combines cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship, applying knowledge and experience passed down through generations. It embodies the philosophy of 'made in Japan' pianos. It offers a light touch typically reserved for larger pianos, and a rich, vibrant, and expressive tone to inspire creative passion. A new era of grand piano performance has arrived.
A JOYFUL TOUCH TO AWAKEN THE IMAGINATION.
The new GX series of grand pianos aims to replicate the delicate control of a concert grand piano, offering a level of refinement that few pianists have had the opportunity to experience.
To achieve this bold goal, the length of the keys has been significantly increased to increase the distance from the pivot point of each key, resulting in a more balanced weight from front to back and allowing for more precise and expressive playing in the lower register, unleashing the pianist's imagination.
Furthermore, the advanced Millennium III action of the GX series incorporates high-tech materials such as the ABS carbon composite to enhance the playing experience for every pianist. The carbon-ABS compound is both highly rigid and lightweight, making it one of the most widely used materials in the aerospace industry as a superior alternative to wood. With these carbon-ABS components, the GX series action is more durable and less prone to performance loss over time, while providing superior responsiveness and control. This evolution in touch can be felt by the pianist with every keystroke, from the first to the last note played.
A CAPTIVATING PURITY OF SOUND THAT MESMERIZES THE ROOM.
To create the distinctive sound of Kawai pianos, various woods are meticulously analyzed for their qualities and character before selecting the finest ones for each specific use. The soundboard is certainly the component that has the most significant influence on the individual tonal elements of the piano. Therefore, only woods that meet the most rigorous standards of gravity and velocity of sound propagation are carefully chosen by experienced artisans to deliver rich and deep bass and long-lasting bright and colourful treble. In addition to the soundboard, the bridges, and the ribs, the finest materials for the inner frame are meticulously selected, combining the unique properties of different hardwoods to create a hybrid-layered piano. This allows for a wide range of sounds and even greater expressive power.
To produce a richer and more immersive sound, the overall rigidity of the GX instruments' body has been improved. The thickness of the upper beam that attaches to the outer frame is increased, allowing the pin blocks to support a tension load of approximately 20 tons. The enhanced tone of each note accentuates the three-dimensional sensation of the sound. Furthermore, the increased rigidity of the carbon steel tuning pins strengthens the stability of the instrument's tuning to meet the pianist's demands.
SILENT AND POWERFUL, STRONG YET DELICATE, THE GX SERIES OFFERS A UNIQUE AND UNPARALLELED SONIC EXPRESSION.
To reproduce the infinite range of emotions of the artist, the GX series utilizes premium grand piano hammers. These hammers are constructed with a type of wood known for its excellent acoustic characteristics, and the hammer felt is crafted with high-quality, long-fibered New Zealand wool. These felted hammers have a soft and delicate surface but are solid and rigid on the inside. During pianissimo passages, the strings are struck by the gentle felt of the hammers to produce a soft and light tone, while fortissimo passages utilize the firmer and harder felted part of the hammer to produce a heavier and more powerful sound. Additionally, all hammers are individually under-felted to enhance their durability. These steps allow experienced piano technicians to achieve the most subtle voicing adjustments to maximize the instrument's exquisite sound potential. It exudes a wide range of tonal colours, from pianissimo to fortissimo, and offers a great variety of musical expression.
The instrument's duplex scaling system provides harmonics in the midrange and treble, adding depth and breadth to the overall tone. And to ensure optimal control of the keyboard surface, that magical point where the pianist and the piano become one, all the black and white keys are covered with a premium Neotex coating. This unique material has moisture-absorbing properties that enhance touch control and prevent slippage, inspiring the pianist with a reassuring sense of satisfaction.
A LIFETIME OF JOY IN A GRAND PIANO
Preserving the precious design of a grand piano while defining a new elegance is the design concept of the GX series. With its smooth curves and large music rack, the instrument's appearance respects the traditional characteristics and captivating form of a grand piano. Increasing the thickness of the upper beam enhances the overall structural rigidity of the instrument while also accentuating the uniqueness of its aesthetics, complemented by the highly distinguished Kawai black finish and the silky-smooth texture that gives the piano body its luxurious polished ebony appearance.
The beauty of the GX series unfolds even further when you open the lid of the instrument: the captivating brilliance of the gold frame, delicate woodwork, quality marks along the inner frame, chic elegance of the warm black felt, reassuring appearance of handcrafted workmanship, and the presence of the Kawai logo. These are the characteristics that embody the spirit of a grand piano.
Lastly, the instruments in the GX series feature practical mechanisms such as the multi-angle lid and the original Kawai "Soft Fall" system, which automatically closes the lid gently, protecting the hands of the performer from lid accidents.
