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Originally posted by kbrkr:
Hi Lucky,

I own a Pa2xpro. I previously owned the Psr9000, Tyros, and the Tyros 2. So I guess I was always a Yamaha man. I became dis-enchanted by the Tyros line due to the lack of 76 keys, non-aggressive sound, lack of contemporary Western styles, and pitiful Musicfinder implementation. I've owned the Motif and the Korg Triton series of workstations as well.

I would say that I'm not really committed to ANY manufacturer. I'm really committed to the keyboard that works best for me. And right now that keyboard is the Pa2xpro. It is a wonderful keyboard. Great package, thoughtful design, great features, and very contemporary sound. Your right about Korg's commitment to the product. Releasing OS 2 is a clear example of that.

Please keep in mind there are trade-offs with EACH manufacturer. There does not currently exist a keyboard that offers everything to ALL players. You and only you can decide which of the trade-offs are important to you.

I love the Korg Live sound. I am a drummer as well as a keyboard player, and the Korg PA drum samples are the best in the business. Very punchy and lot's of choices. You can change drum kits on the fly. There are lot's of great sounds in the Pa especially with OS 2.
Just some quick things I love about the Pa2xpro; sliders, touch screen, keybed, songbook, DNC (SuperArticulation), Dual Sequencers, Lyrics/Score display, build quality, size of the board, XLR jack, Vocal Harmonizer, contemporary styles, Operating system (very flexible).




Al is right on the money with his comments. I was always a Yamaha man too. Still am since I recently purchased an s900, so I have the best of both worlds for my uses.

As things stand today I've owned the Korg product ( first with the PA800, now the Pa2xpro) for the last 14 months. Unless the wheel is reinvented with a new release of another brand i.e. Roland or Ketron. I will be staying with Korg for the immediate future. One thing I found a bit lacking with Korg was the number and variety of that Big Band/Jazz/Swing styles. But that's been solved with the help of our friend Rikki. She sent me a number of style conversions that are keeping me happy. As I recall you're within driving distance of Frankieve's store. I'm sure he's got one you can proably demo next to a T3 and an Sd5. Good luck.



[This message has been edited by Stephenm52 (edited 12-02-2008).]