Sorry, I may run an independent enthusiast site, but I am not market research for any part of Yamaha so wouldn't really wish to comment. I can only tell you though that 'I' love the Tyros series and because of my fondness for these fine instruments, I created YPKO.

Personally the Motif range doesn't spark the same excitement for me as I love arranger keyboards.

I am sure if all ages talk about keyboards no matter what brand, no matter what specification, we can entice any age if we all share our own experiences and interests in these fine instruments. We have a tough challenge as we are up against the so called 'cooler' instruments such as guitars and drums and when a parent considers anything like the field that interests communities like this one, the automatic reaction is pure 'piano' lessons.

Thanks to those for the kind comments regarding my website...

All the best

James