Ketron's problem is much the same as many other smaller companies...lack of R&D money...at least not as much as Korg or Yamaha.

However, they have managed, in spite of this significant drawback, to sort out the many issues and teething problems inherent with such radically new technology, but, it took some time, and in the interim, more than a few users became less than happy with the instrument, and moved on to other brands. Fortunately, after the fixes, some returned, probably due to the great sound.

It appears, at least in Henni's case, that (a) He purchased at the right time, after much (if not all) of the issues were sorted.
(b) He has the gift of patience, and a positive attitude, which has certainly worked in his favor.

This type of audio style technology will be, most assuredly, further explored/developed by Yamaha, and maybe Korg, as it definitely has it's advantages in certain situations, although I can't see it replacing midi based styles altogether, as they offer benefits not possible with audio styles.

A good balance of both systems seems to be the best solution.

Ian

PS...Henni, I am pleased for you that the Audya has provided you with such "extreme" satisfaction...I feel the very same about my recently purchased Tyros4, in fact I would go so far as to say, it quite likely will be with me for a very long time.

Satisfaction this complete, is hard to come by, so, we are both very fortunate to find our Holy Grails. Others, here, should be so blessed, and I hope they are as lucky as we two.