Arvon45:

I read your post after having practiced on my XP-80 for 3-4 hours today and I just can't hear the "fuzz" when I am playing. I can only hear it when I'm listening for it and playing one note at a time. I had noticed the effect reverb has on the "fuzz" yesterday when I was experimenting, by the way. I suspect that if I had heard the "fuzz" before buying the XP-80, I might have chosen a different synth. However, it is a moot point to me because I cannot hear it when I play or in any of the 50+ songs I've recorded using the XP-80. I guess the countless studios and many performers who use the XP/JV synths live aren't bothered by it either. But, I guess if it would be better if it is not present. It will be interesting to see if the new XV line will have that little "fuzz".

I'll definitely let you know if it irritates me, though!