Yep Taike I agree the buyer needs protection as well but in this case Larry is the seller which isn't risky if payment is made up front.

But you are right that COD is safest for both. But still even if the seller is hit with shipping on an undelivered item that could be quite costly on a large item like a keyboard.

I have bought gear from other long standing Synth Zone members and that makes me feel a lot more comfortable than buying off a total stranger on ebay.