Scott
I got my Micro after you did, so I am in the opposite position from you. I downloaded John's Resources first and immediately began to get my gig material together, although I did go through the factory styles first.
Eventhough I wanted it all available to me at first, the quality of John's work convinced me to go ahead with his first before I start tinkering with factory styles.
My own conclusion is that at some point in time you will be missing some great styles in not audtioning them at least.
Bernie
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