It would be nice to have an option like this, along with more real time editing flexibility in the T2, on par with what I have in the Motif ES. If however, I could only have it one way or the other, ( in other words either a true arpeggiator OR the multipads ), I'd actually prefer that Yamaha stick to the format that it is using now.

Why ? It's because of the way I use the multipads when playing in real time. I use them to add another continuous and looped phrase to my styles, and the way it is setup now, I can shut off parts of a style that I don't want and replace them with a continuous multipad phrase(s). Or I can add a one shot phrase or sound just to spice things up.

The arpeggiator as it is set up on the Motif ES is very useful, but when I use it I'm not trying to also control chords and fills in a style at the same time I'm trying to play the correct keys for an arp part. I'm simply working on what I am actually playing at that time.

I think a Motif type arpeggiator might not be all that beneficial to me when I'm playing a live set. I like the simplicity of just hitting oned button and continuing to comp or play leads / melodies with my right hand.

Of course, for composing parts of a tune, a real arpeggiator would be excellent. I just wouldn't want it at the expense of not having the multipads as they currently work.

AJ

[This message has been edited by Bluezplayer (edited 08-27-2006).]