Chas, I agree with you on all counts, except that the basic flaw of all those who prefer the traditional ways is that most players don't really have any facility in more than 4 or 5 keys. Therefore, why not use no transposer for the keys they are comfortable in, and use a transposer for those they are not? Isn't this a reasonable solution? It is more problematic, however, when there is no dedicated transpose. I don't even like the E60 system, as you have to hit the transpose button, then look at the screen and touch the key you want on the facsimile keyboard shown. I can do this pdq but would prefer a two-button up/down system or better yet a slider showing the steps. The menus you talked about w/the Nord do make it a drag.
That's my beef with the dgx pianos too.

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Miami Mo