Chomps, if playing solo or seeking solo gigs is on your list, and realtime band accompaniment is what you're looking for, than an arranger keyboard is the way to go.

I have auditioned the Roland Fantom keyboard and VERY IMPRESSED with the sound of the acoustic piano as well. I only wish that Roland incorporated full featured auto-accompaniment arranger features (with pro jazz-chord recognition) on the Fantom. That would be awesome! I think it would be a BIG hit among pro arranger players & I would be one of the first in line to purchase it. Roland, are you listening?

For now though, I'm a very happy Yamaha Tyros player as it best satsifies my arranger keyboard performance needs.

Chomps, welcome to the SZ arranger forum.

Scott

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