The buck stops here! Buy the PA2X - it sounds better live than the online demos.

Like Stephen said, use your imagination to draw from the onboard styles. The fills, endings, variations, etc are EXTREMELY MUSICAL and INSPIRING. There has been discussion regarding fill problems (and no board is devoid of this) but I have not found this to be a problem - it's a small work-a-round and only a few at most. The harmonizer is to die for, as is the Songbook. Editing is easy and effective. I totally disagree with Chony about the drums and guitars (fantastic) - what???????? - is one of its strong points, as is the bass. There might be limited style resources, but the available ones are incredible.

There is no way I will comment about the Ketron. Everyone has their tastes and you just have to decide for yourself.

I absolutely LOVE the PA800 - to me, it is the best arranger ever made and I will defend that statement to the bitter end. In fact, I just closed the deal on my 2nd one after recklessly roaming for a bit.

Good luck on your decision.

[This message has been edited by zuki (edited 03-23-2009).]