Thanks for your replies. I'm not really sure that VSTs are the right path for me at the moment although they may be something to look into in the future.

Rikkisbears: To begin with, I think the keyboard will be used more for my own entertainment, e.g. playing along in realtime with the built in styles. However, I'm also looking for something that will allow me to create sequenced electronic music using the included voices alongside external sound sources (perhaps a Korg Micro X as mentioned earlier). Unfortunately I think the PA800 is beyond my initial budget. Would the PA500 be a good alternative? What about a second hand PA1X? Which arrangers do make good controllers within the £1000 - £1200 price range?



[This message has been edited by Dionysus (edited 03-28-2008).]