By what you're describing, you NEEDED a computer, DSL, your car, condo and furniture. Synths are more of a WANT.
As I said, "Wants" alone burn out or burn you out. So when you want a synth , but don't really need it for anything it becomes useless shortly after you buy it. I kinda have that problem too, but I can't afford to throw synths away. I need them for work.
Also, for me having a lot of gear is good, because I can work with different synths all the time, without having to sell them, throw them out the window ... or whatever whatever .
And Paul, vacation or not - stick around. This forum needs you.

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