Hi Scott,

First, let me say how sorry I am that we were unable to get together while I was home last June and July. I was really looking forward to meeting you, Bill Forrest and the others. Hopefully next time will be different.

Now to your post. I feel compelled to speak up once again on the issue you have raised i.e., the deliberate derogatory remarks posted by some members with the intention of belittling or otherwise criticizing those with whom they disagree. I spoke on this issue some time ago and left the forum for awhile because I had simply had enough of the petty, childish behavior of some contributors. I respect you as a person, a musician, and a contributing professional member of this forum. Your opinion is important to me because you are a professional musician. It matters not one iota to me whether you opt for a Technics, Yamaha, Korg, Roland, or other keyboard. What does matter to me is the reason or reasons behind your choice of instrument. I want to know why you elect to purchase one instrument over another. I learn from you. Please continue to share your expertise with us and above all, ignore the pettiness that creeps into this forum from time to time. RISE ABOVE IT! I am a member because I want to learn everything I can about arranger keyboards and my keyboard in particular. There is a comedy program on television here in the UK entitled "Only Fools and Horses". Perhaps that title is a fitting description of anyone who makes the stupid comments you refer to?

Take Care Scott

Chuck