AJ, I pretty much agree with your comments..

I believe if Casio wanted[they are in business to make the best return on R and D], they have the ability to more than compete with the Roland, Yamaha,, Korg , Gem, and Ketron guys..

I think the MZ 2000 is a perfect example[this was their initial "Pro" product in arranger/synth products]...A test on the market...that most associated with the lower line of Casio keyboards...The same story with the CZ series synths in the mid 80's..

Even in todays market the MZ beats the PSR3000, Korg PA50 , Roland EXR series..

Did you hear me..? Casio's 4/5 year old MZ2000 model more than competes with the current boards..

BTW: Try to find a used one...very hard to locate[somebody must know it is worth keeping]..

Feature wise, it has a lot ...

My WK3000 is now available[maybe the grandchildren would like the WK, but they are spread into 3 families, how do I work that out?.....I know, I can buy two more WK's]..