Tough call but the ED is a lot more secure than the playing gigs. That's why years ago I became a teacher instead of a full time musician. Go for the security and better $$$.
What would happen if you got sick or hurt and had to cancel those gigs? Would they be there when you returned?
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Bill in SC --- Roland BK9 (2) Roland BK7M, Roland PK5 Pedals, Roland FP90, Roland CM30 (2), JBL Eon Ones (2) JBL 610 Monitor, Behringer Sub, EV mics, Apple iPad (2) Behringer DJ mixer