Originally Posted By TedS
IMO you're aiming too low. For more customizability stick with Middle of the Line (MOTL) arrangers.

So... don't waste your time with the E-09 or BK-3. The VA-5 and VA-7 are heavy-ish and quite old now, no USB, etc. I would look for the Roland BK-5, the new E-A7 if you can afford it.

In the Korg lineup, I would look at PA600 or better. Probably a Pa800 or even Pa2X for reasons of keyfeel. There should be some in your price range. The PA50 is old and heavy by comparison.

You could probably find a Yamaha PSR-S7xx or PSR-S9xx in that price range, but I think you'll be put off by the spongy keys.

Casio isn't known for great feel or a durable keybed. But their top-line MZ-X500 is in that price range. Good luck. If you try any of these and end up buying one, please share your experience and decision thought process.


Thank you so much, Ted. You really know what I am looking for, even considering my preferred key feel smile
I agree, spongy key may turn me off completely.

Btw, how reliability of BK-5, EA-7, Pa600/800, and Ps2X? I mean, is it OK to get them used? I know that old Roland E and G series are super reliable (E-16, E-66, E-86, E-96, G-800).

I will share my experience and decision thought process.
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