great post Fred- I don't know what a virus c is, but i'll find out. Have you run into any problems with the Kurzwiel? this was my first choice until i read the horror stories about them breaking and their dealer network not being worth much. having to send a nearly 100 board to Kurzweil doesn't get me all warm inside. Do you think if i was able to aquire a k2500 upgraded that would do the job? i thought so. My recording will be primarily for the benefit of my guitar playing and for fun. How's the piano and organ patches on the Roland? comparable to Kurz or are they just in another class?
I have a friend who has a motif that i'm going to check out. By the way if you know of anyone who has used equipment in good shape send them over if you wouldn't mind.And thanks cassp for your input.