Rikki...it's funny most know it sounds better but due to the service and other problems Ketron has have put a sour note in peoples minds...too bad...with a little bit of TLC Ketron could be untouchable in the arranger game. For me as a former Ketron player using many models in years past including the Midjay. I also have great respect & appreciation for Prince AJ and his efforts as I do Dan O also for all their help & support thru my Ketron years, but I still say for recording & sounding like a LIVE BAND, EXCELLENT!... for Live Performance very good, great navigational features... BUT, always in back of your mind not confident something may happen & then what?....service & support delay nightmares...like walking a tightrope with NO NET!! I cant take that chance with such a busy gig schedule sorry.