Trust me, Gary, this isn't a NE thing, it's a global thing!

A short word of recommendation... I've seen new G70's in the same price range as PA800's, and great condition used ones from as little as $1800. The G70, while not as up-to-date as an E80, has an OS that is nearly as complete as the E80 (and what flaws exist affect both keyboards), is actually 5 lb. or so lighter, and has the best 76 action on the planet (WSs included!).

E80's OTOH, are still fetching top dollar, and, IMO, don't justify the extra $2000 USD or so that they cost. For that $2k you save, you can get a LOT of other, needed stuff like a PA (or a car!). Plenty of good demos at roland-arranger.com (and some not-so-good!)... Don't count it out