Ok here is the scoop. I am just starting to learn how to play the piano. My intentions are to eventually be able to play along with my favourite tunes, plus I then hope to be able to start playing cords, strings, effects and beats Like how Moby did with his album PLAY.( as a hobby)

My question's are:

1. what is a good starter keyboard to learn with (do I need weigh down keys(hammer action) 88 set or just touch sensitive 61 keyset)They say beginners will never use 88 keys

2. What type of equiptment(Ie: keyboard workstation) does an artist like moby use to make his music.

Right now they have a Yahmaha PSR 2100 (includes stand and foor pedal and adaptor) on sale for $1099 Canadian ($891 USD) should I get that, is it a good price. I am worried that it is too complicated for a beginner like me, that by the time i get good enough, the unit will be outdated?

Any thoughts or comments are welcomed


3. also anyone here live in the GTA (Toronto)
know of any good music stores here in Canada that has good selction and knowledgible staff