I have a backup computer, but to date, it has never been on the job--not even once. It sits snug in its case for weeks on end, never seeing the light of day. Once of month the battery is charged to keep in in shape, and if my primary computer ever crashes I have everything duplicated on the back up.

If the computer crashes on the job, not a problem. Most of my midi files are also on my PSR-3000's USB Jump Drive, and just like Fran I would do everything live to finish out the night. If the keyboard crashes, I could finish out the night with the laptop. If the amp crashes, there's another in the van.

In this business, especially working under contracts, you must have backups. If you don't, it's like playing Russian Roulette with a fully loaded gun.

Cheers,

Gary