The only reason i see for brand loyalty is backward compatibility..
Meaning you can use all your old files on your new instrument..
Absolutely. The 3X has some cool styles that I mapped to the 1000 (and I love the newer styles too). Now I have the whole boatload available - the 1000 sounds terrific

Also, not having to learn a whole new OS is a good thing. The 1000 makes logical steps forward (and better).