It is all about supply and demand. Competition, thankfully keeps the cost from being even more in the realm of non-affordability.

All "high-end" KBs sound great and like automobiles, come out with better upgrades with each model. The downside: If everyone could afford them, many venues would be flooded with "wannabees" and making a living for many of you would be difficult.

I'm grateful that most songwriters don't have a clue about Arrangers.