Sam.
A few months back, Yamaha sent there head designer into my store to discuss the next generation keyboards after the 9000 and 9000pro. I can assure you that I spoke with him regarding where the sinc buttons were misplaced on the 9000 and even how complicated the intro/fill buttons seem to be. It's too easy to mistake a button on the 9000 products. At that time, this designer from Japan assured me that he currently monitors this forum and others, so please everyone, keep talking here about what you like and don't like. They are listening! It just takes a while to get it right doesn't it!
George Kaye
Kaye's Music Scene