I have been a Gem man for a long time especially as i worked for them a few years ago. I have a WK8 and SK76 that are excellent. I looked at the Genesys but ended up buying a Ketron SD1. However i am waiting for the pro Genesys to hit the UK. I will probably get one.

My first impression of the Genysys was good however i didnt like the cabinet/style. What an awkward item to gig with. How big does a hard case need to be. That put me off. The pro should be better.
I bought the sd1 as i felt the Genysys was only a 25% improvement on the WK8. The extras were good though but i felt the SD1 was more suited for my purpose.
When the pro arrives i will most likely get one to replace the WK8 as everything on the WK8 is on the Genesys and i might as well get the extra features.