Well, half the fun is the hunt, right? Tim, I appreciate your comments on the e403. Haven't ruled it out yet, it's price puts it in the disposable category and it would at least allow me to familiarize myself with the sounds, effects, arrangements and recording (limited as it may be).

Jim, a used keyboard is definitely in the equation, I'd love to know what's reasonably close to the performance of new ones in the way of sounds and flexibility that may be found for under $600. I'll search for some reviews and comments on older Rolands and Yamahas this weekend.

Squeak, I've played quite a bit with the MM6 and am impressed, but comparing it to true 'arrangers', I think it serves a better purpose as a small computer-aided workstation or as a stand-alone instrument in it's own right. For now, I'd like to concentrate on the keys and not mess with the PC except for data transfer. I'm sure my interest in adding some good sequencer/arranger software will change, though!

Tomorrow I'm in search of the Roland E09 and EXR series. Surprisingly, I can't find anyone in Dallas that carries the E's, but I'll check the Fort Worth scene.

Hey, thanks again!

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Kelly J