I think the Tyros, even at $2,300 (streetprice) is a terrific keyboard value, and that its added features & improvements over the PSR2100, well worth the price difference.

I realize that we all perform to different audiences types, but for my shows, the laptop remains a hi tech gadget distraction that gets in the way between me and my audience. Even though people may be initially impressed by the hi tech gadgetry, the more the audience sees us relying on them, the more they become convinced that we're 'less musicians'. and more button pushing entertainment novelty acts (a half notch above karaoke entertainment). Audiences are smarter than we think. This may in fact be a reason audiences tend to 'tip more' when I play on an acoustic piano vs when performing on an arranger.

I personally find the most musically rewarding gig venues, going 'back to the basics' of playing the acoustic piano & vocals, and possibly adding a live acoustic bass player. Ahhh... the good old days.

Scott