There is absolutely no way you can go wrong with the Yamaha Motif ES. With that said, how many keys does he need? The key feel and action of the 88 key ES 88 is marvelous.

Even if he doesn't like it, the resale value on the Motif is so great because it is in such high demand.

Hope this helps.....

Merry Christmas and could you please call my wife and have a chat with her on how she can become such a wonderful wife such as yourself!!!! LOL