Fran, I agree with you, if you're working with a drummer, guitar player and a bass player, but for OMB playing, pads are a nice addition, and for me they are just fun to use. No Multi pads is not a deal breaker, but it is definetly something I would miss. Also, good to know Roland updates the BK5

Paul can you, or someone give an example other than transpose (Fran claims a fix) of changes that takes several steps?

Thanks for the review Bill (and Fran)... both very helpful