Yes, the time latency thing, prevents actual real time 'across the globe' concurrent live recording success, but I'm very impressed how much less the latency is now compared to the earlier internet telephone experiences I had. When speaking, the latency (delay) is inperceptible, and when playing, the perception is often only slight. In addition, both parties are able to speak at the same time now. The free PC-PC telephone benefits of Skype are still enormous. Synthzone members can PERFORM on our keyboards for each other, with impressive (abeit) mono sound, demonstrate & exchange playing tips LIVE, rehearse songs with fellow musicians in preparation for actual recording later via sending audio files back and forth over the internet, etc. Hey Sheriff, I think it might be really cool to have a free Skype 'voice chat' with you sometime: Germany to California. Interested? My Skype name is: scottyee. - Scott