You're right Dnj. That is a big problem from the manufacturers. There's also another BIG problem IMO. Features like the "Intelligent Chord Recognition" on the Motif XS doesn't get the attention it deserves because Yamaha themselves know the negative stereotypes associated with arrangers, yet they do see how useful a keyboard that has both synth and arranger fetures is to the market.

The problem is Yammie won't fully market that feature because they know they'll lose potential sales. There's still a huge group out there that feel any type of arranger feature just flat out means "toy". It's sad really. I still feel anyone could benefit from having both types of keyboards in their setups.

Squeak

[This message has been edited by squeak_D (edited 04-08-2007).]