I have no problem at all with the drum sounds. I feel they are better than just about all the others, except Ketron. Ketron's are real drums--it doesn't get any better than that.
I like the styles from both companies a lot.
The big difference is in features. Audya has built-in mic processing and vocal harmony. BK does not.
Audya has large screen that displays lyrics and text files. BK does not display text files and needs an external monitor for midi lyrics.
I haven't tried the recorder on BK, but it does have one.
BK weighs less and has a MUCH smaller footprint than the Audya module.
The BK has a wider variety of lead sounds and they sound extremely good. Better than Audya and better than all the Roland predecessors to my ears.
Ian, I agree with you that the styles sound more detailed and balanced. I think they have all been redone. Even the OTS are mostly different. I feel they are also e.q.d a little differently but I haven't really looked at that.
I was looking for something light in weight and easy and quick to set up. Not sure the BK is accomplishing that because I must carry a vocal harmonizer, laptop and external screen to get to everything that the Audya or Tyros 4 has in one package.
There's a lot to like about the BK7m though. I'm still weighing all the pluses and minuses. Or at least I will when I get a new one back from Roland.
If I decide against it, I will be able to save somebody who wants one a little money!
DonM
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