Hi Pete,

I gave you a pretty good review of the Audya on Korg's forum.

The bottom line is, it's an AWESOME arranger, best SOUND by far, Great Styles and the use of LIVE REAL AUDIO DRUMS & GUITARS!

NO other manufacturer has attempted to use this REAL AUDIO technology which really puts the Audya in a CLASS of it's own.

I don't think you'll find anyone anywhere that has put this machine to a more grueling test than ME!

I have performed and played this Board professionally an average of 27 nights a month non-stop for the last four years plus practicing on it during the day. I am still THRILLED with it!!!!!

From a business stand point, I can tell you this, The Use of the Audya in my Duo has taken me to the Top of my game. I have bookings contracted as far ahead as July 2014. I made more Income last year then I ever have in 40 years of playing full time.

The compliments I have received, the heads I have turned, the dance floors I have packed, the crowds I have drawn and the popularity I have achieved, I owe to the Audya!!

OF Course having a great lead singer and a little personal talent has helped also.

Over the years I have owned and played enough keyboards to fill a good size music store.

I'd trade them all for one Audya and never look back.

Search my posts here on SZ and you'll find my opinions on the keyboard haven't changed.

Because of the advanced technology used in the Audya's Operating system, there has been glitches reported along the way for several owners. So the Audya does have a slight down side. However personally, these glitches have not affected me other than a occasional audio out problem which requires a re-boot.

Do yourself a favor, stop thinking, stop wondering, stop dreaming about the Audya. I'm sure you can find one somewhere on the internet and have it shipped right to your front door.

I personally wouldn't hesitate for a second to buy another one.

When I WEAR mine out, that's exactly what I'm going to do.

I hope I've been some help.

Jim