Considering my position, and the fact I signed an NDA, I tend to be a bit guarded with putting information on a public forum, as I'm sure you will understand.

In other words, my innocent "guess" or "wish" could be actually something in the works, and there would "problems" if it was seen on a public site.

As far as the "incremental" changes with Yamaha...they have been doing this sort of thing for years...every so often a big change, and then "enhancements" on the basic platform...Roland used to do it as well, but not so much lately.

I feel Yamaha believe they are on the right path, and who am I to argue?

Mr.Small Spoke, ESQ....remember?

Also, my reasons for buying gear would be a bit different than a home user, and even a pro user...plus I pay less for my stuff.

I also still have some "connections" with Roland, as I used to work for them quite some time ago, and I have sent a request for the "chord sequencer" to several people, good friends, actually, I still stay in touch with....it certainly can't hurt.

Ian