Hi Elizabeth,
Thank you for stimulating the grey matter of the Technics users. I thought this site might disappear, being washed down the drain with all the .......on the new Audya.
The information re. the K7 has been invaluable to me, as it is a tried and tested unit, whereas any new KB is always going to be a risk until you have been able to judge it over a considerable period of time.
We have a limited range Downunder to pick from, and it is important to be able to be confidant whenever you are thinking of upgrading.
When I was going to sell my Digital 903, the only viable option was Yamaha CVP's,and after deciding not to change,in retrospect I am not sure I would have been a happy chappy,even though Yamaha have a good product. I am sure that I would feel as you, regarding your Tyros and the K7.
It is not that the product might be inferior, it's a matter of self-satisfaction.
I am still considering any K7 if they appear, and since my recent fall, I am sure "The Gardener" might reassess my value if I dare to broach the subject in due course.
The lack of Technics service is my only real concern, I am sure I have "The Gardener" onside.
To all the other posters, keep showing your interest in this Forum, there is/are a lot of you out there.
Ray

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Ray The Saint