Hi gang! Just got back home from a 4 day trip to LA, which included an 'exciting' day at NAMM. It's rather late here now, so I'm pretty exhausted after that long 7 hour return home drive, but I wanted you guys to at least see (right-away) the pictures I took. Ok ok, I only got 6, but remember, taking pictures at NAMM is often prohibited by a number of the manufacters because of possible product security risk issues surrounding proto-type products not actually released yet. In light of this, I felt VERY fortunate (lucky) to get permission to take a couple of 'exclusive' shots of the new GEM Genesis aranger keyboard. MANY thanks Chris Anthony (GEM).

I'll post a NAMM report, which will include my impression of the upcoming GEM Genesis, tomorrow (Sunday). In the meantime, you can checkout my exclusive NAMM 2002 pics at:
http://scottyee.com
* Click on the 'pictures' link

- Scott

Scott....Nice pictures, well done. I met Chris Anthony a number of times when we both happened to call on the same dealer in the UK. I am pleased that he is doing so well.

Graham UK

Hi Scott
Thank you very much for the pictures.
N. Aziz

Nice work Scott, and it's nice to see some
of the people we talking to (and about)
GEM has a interresting design! Wonder how it
sounds?
GJ

Scott Thanx for the info and pics,

well done!!

donny nj

So thats why DanO hasn't answered my email ha-ha. Looks like everyone had a great time! Great pics Scott!

-Linda

Hi Scott,

looks like you had a great time.

Thanks for the great pictures.

Eric

Scott:
Thanks for the pics. How else us east coast enthusiasts would ever catch a glimpse of the show; well done! By the way, I played some of your song files and they truly sound terrific, nice site! Keep up the good work.
Mario

HI Scott

Nice pics. Glad to hear you have a good trip.
I'm sure you'll have an update on your findings soon

Thanks Scott for those pictures! That means a lot to those who did not get to go to NAMM! I felt as if I got a sneak peek at the Winter NAMM 2002 conference!

The GENESIS is huge! I had no idea that it would be that massive...the speakers were VERY impressive (no need for an amplifier there) and I liked how the LCD screen was designed in the middle of the speakers. It looks very convienent to use, not to mention how effective it would be in a studio environment since it has a CD Burner already included. It is truly amazing at how advanced keyboards are becoming and the GENESIS is the most impressive keyboard yet!

By the way, I read your lengthy, detailed report about Winter NAMM 2002 and it was very impressive. Like someone else said, you should become a writer for a magazine, informing people about these big events! Good job and thanks for the pictures. See you around on the forums,
Ryan

Hi everyone. Thanks for your nice replies. Glad everyone enjoyed the pics. Sorry I did'nt have the opportunity to take more.

Kelly: I had a chance to briefly introduce myself to Tim Marshall at the Yorkville booth and he told me he would mention that he met me the next time he talks to you.

Ryan: Yes, I thought the Genesis was rather large/heavy for a portable arranger. I really anxious to hear (from George Kaye or Chris Anthony) what the actual weight & dimensions are. Still, if you're looking for a single arranger music production workstation for recording a project from conception to final CD then the Genesis may be the answer. I somehow wonder if the Genesis may be trying to be 'too many things' to too many people though. It includes MP3, WAV, midi, & lyrics support which seems geared specifically for live performance and then a CD-W burner, digital recording capabilities, and speakers faced towards the player, which seem more geared for in-house studio production. It will be interesting to find out if Genesis can succesfully appease both the composer/studio production & perforance oriented gigging musician markets. With all the interest that Keyboard Magazine's editor's Ernie Rideout & Greg Rule showed in the GEM Genesis & Yamaha PSR2000, I wouldn't be suprised to see a review of these units (hopefully) appear in an upcoming Keyboard Magazine issue. Ryan: Btw, how's the game website you and your brothers are working on coming along? Hope you'll be able to purchase a keyboard pretty soon, cuz we're all really looking forward to hearing your music. -Scott

Scott ,
Thanks for the pictures ! It was great to see you again . dano

Hey Scott! Yes, the GENESIS is a lot in one keyboard and it will be very interesting to see how successful it is in the future. I think that General Music got EVERYBODY'S attention with the GENESIS! It is loaded with the most amazing features, but will people buy a $4,000 keyboard? Hopefully GEM lowers the price on the keyboard to $2,000 - $2,500. But, overall, I am very impressed with General Music and they have showed the rest of the industry what they're capable of! The only problem I think people are going to have with it are the price and possibly the weight, otherwise there are no complaints here!

About our website: My brothers and I have been running the site, trying to keep it productive with new information and materials about American Conquest the Real Time Strategy game. Thanks for asking and if you want to, you can check it out at http://ptrnet.tripod.com/ac/ and stop by our forum and leave a comment! Our forum community has grown and we have had some very good discussions there relating to the game. I have to admit, it is very exciting to actually be a part of the development process of the game and receive new information and materials, such as screenshots and videos. We realize that our site wouldn't be the same without our visitors, who contribute their thoughts, leave their comments, and ask questions pertaining to the game.

Also, just to let you know, I have been working on the MIDI keyboard and music technology website when I find the time. It may be a little longer before the site is up and running, but I'll be sure to let you know! I'll feature Winter NAMM 2002 coverage on the site as well and keyboard specifications on General Music, Yamaha, Korg, and Roland keyboards too! I love keyboards and music, so I hope that this gives musicians something to look forward to, as it will be full of content relating to MIDI keyboards in general.

Well, thanks a lot for the care regarding my needs for a keyboard, I really appreciate that. Scott, if you find any good deals on a keyboard, pleeeease let me know! I need a keyboard that is under the $800 range, so if you can find any good deals please inform me! I am desparate for a keyboard, so I need all the help I can get!

Thanks a lot and see you around on the forum,
Ryan

Hey Scott ...was that ELLIS HALL that took my picture ? dano