Hello!

I've had my Genos2 since it's release after owning a Genos1 for 6 years. The overall sound quality was the first thing I noticed. I was awed by the clarity of the mix. Genos2 has such a "live" feel and sound, way more than before in my opinion. Many of the styles are song specific (not a bad thing!) and they now sound so much more like the real thing. It's like hearing an album or CD and then you realize it is you playing!. Almost all my older content works and sounds fine on Genos2. Better than expected actually........

I'm not a piano guy but I can tell you the pianos are a great improvement. Some of the new pianos are really exceptional. They seem to be more dynamic and really cut thru the mix but are not overpowering. There is a Character Grand that is my favorite. A couple new uprights are excellent too.

The drums on Genos2 are all new and different. They call them "ambient" drums now and they are excellent! The seem to work and sound very well with the Steinberg reverb. All the REVO drums the Genos1 had are still there, but they are stored in the Legacy folder. As much as I like the new Ambient drums, sometimes I prefer those REVO drums. I never thought there were anything wrong with them anyway.

I'm not a pro but one doesn't have to be one to know quality. I've never regretted buying it, but I knew years ago I would buy one after the long wait for a release. Whenever Genos3 comes out I will be first in line! But then.....I'm a Yamaha guy!!!! Best wishes. -charley