God only knows I have had many bouts with GAS, but not being in a large metropolitan area, my leasing options are nil. Even if I could, I doubt I would lease and pour money down the rat hole. I know, it would be cheaper in the long run not to make a costly mistake, but money aside, it would be a hassle to try and return. Reverb and Ebay are full of lost loves, but, personally, I research all avenues after making sure what I think I need(want) and take a chance. Out of probably fifty keyboards, I can remember only two bad decisions, and that was thinking one was an arranger and not.

For some, it may be a viable alternative as a last resort if one is trying to decide on closely related items(models), and no other way to audition them.