Gary, just for the sake of discussion:
You have clearly either missed the point of my post OR (and most likely) chosen to deflect by mounting an offense/defense against a completely different issue (one that is more likely to be supported by other forum members).
I've thoroughly enjoyed every keyboard I've owned - every single one of them.
This is not about how much you enjoy a gadget; I ENJOY playing with my drone....for about 15 minutes. This is more about prioritizing the art form (MUSIC) over the technology.
What technology provided for me was incredibly realistic instrument sounds, for which in turn, provided me with the inspiration to learn more and play better.
I find it hard to believe that any ARRANGER KEYBOARD is going to inspire ANYONE to PLAY BETTER. For the best players, a love of music is what inspired them to play better.
Not only did I want to learn more songs and chord structures, but I also wanted to explore every aspect of the keyboard's features.
And which features on an arranger keyboard gives you a better understanding of chord structures?
More often than not I would spend 3 to 6 months with each new keyboard before putting it in use on stage.
....compared to the 10-15 years before the average professional pianist or violinist considers themselves ready for a professional (as in FOR PAY) performance.
That to me was what technology provided.
OR, one could view it as a way to avoid the long and tedious years of practice and dedication necessary to make a living as a professional musician.
I understand that my post may come across as somewhat "preachy", but as I stated previously, it was purely to present a different point of view on the ever recurring topic of technology 'gear-lust' as an approach to making us better musicians. I'm just saying that technology MAY not be the problem. In the words of our POST-master general, 'just sayin'.
chas
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