I'd wait. You didn't say how you intend to use it (gigs, home, church?). The price of the 8000 should be less when the 9000 comes out in a few months. Check out the 740. If you've always got it hooked up to amp(s), the internal "sound" (speakers, etc.) isn't that important when compared to the 8000.

I think the biggest thing the 8000 has that the 740 lacks is a Hard Drive (or potential to put one in). You can't do that with the 740. If you don't need it, what does the 8000 have for the additional expense for you? By waiting, you'll also be able to compare it with the 9000/740 to make a choice based on your individual preference. Unless you need it as an XMAS present, wait.

Bob

[This message has been edited by Bob Gelman (edited 11-28-1999).]