Chas...as usual, an outstanding analysis of a multi-element issue. And, Diki, I always admire your commitment to what you believe and the general way you approach this business.

Taike is my friend and has earned more respect than was shown here in this thread.

You three are the ones here most like me in terms of attitude, approach to the business, etc., and I always enjoy our exchanges.

And, for my friends who think that not wanting to hear 50 year old Doo Wop or Frankie Vali is an indication of being old;
that's amaising. I guess I'll have to sit back, turn on some Corine Bailey Ray and John Mayer to think about that one.

Technology is here, it's great, but should not be used as a crutch to hide lack of ability. There is more of a reason for the Donny's and Fran's of the world to use whatever they want, because they are showmen. I'm not. I'm also not an elitest, and don't look down at COMPETENT players who use whatever they want to produce the results required. Chas is right. 1/2 the audience really just wants to be entertained and doesn't care what is used to produce the results. My audience is the other half. They know the music...listen to the changes...know the writers. They are not a superior audience, but they're my audience.

Man, I appreciate them. And, believe it or not, I appreciate posters on both sides of this recurring issue.

Do whatever works for you. Don't be defensive when someone else does it differently.

And, Donny and Fran...LEARN SOME NEW MATERIAL! (just kidding, guys).

R.