The EA7 has 6 pads (PA4x has 4), The EA7 has 7 assignable buttons (PA 4 or less?), EA7 sampler is easier to use, EA7 "makeup tools" are unmatched. And Korg still can't touch the "jazz Scat"

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Tell me again why the PA4x is worth 3x the price
Let me answer that question for you.. PA4x has a 16 track sequencer, harmonizer, and separate outs...All top models should have these, but at what cost
**Well, first - having more of something doesn't mean it's better - 4 pads and 3 assignable buttons are plenty for most situations, especially when you
Add to that: Real time sliders for most parts that double as drawbars, and the 5 button footswitch that adds assignable features
**The touch screen is almost worth the price jump alone - plus, there's a button for most features on the screen if you need a different approach.
**2 song players - real time, hardware based fade from song to song
**Realtime edits on the fly - even while a pattern is playing. There's almost no edits that can't be made while playing. Never had a glitch doing this.
**Solid construction - better housing - more roadworthy. (I do miss the speakers, though)
**since I don't know what "makeup tools" are - I guess I don't miss them.
C'mon, Fran - this is a Cadillac to Malibu comparison. Both cool, but the Caddy has so much more to offer, and is soooooo much more comfy.