My 2 cents worth on the latest postings......
FULL KEYBBOARD Mode - as you may or may not know the 9000PRO now has two versions of full keyboard mode. The latest version (A1 Full Keyboard) is a big improvement on the earlier Full Keyboard version. I have found that there is an occational problem when it misinterprets the harmonic progression of the performer (eg. G7 instead of G, Amin instead of C ) but these seem to be few and don't really inhibit the use of the function from a performance point of view.

In answer to The Pro's question on the add on boards - I remember that those who have tried the PF add-on love the piano sound far more than the standard 9000PRO piano. But this is veeeeery subjective - you like what you like. I have been tempted to try the PF board but can't find a local supplier (in Australia). I guess that I am happy with the 9000PRO piano, enough to not be overly tempted to go and look elsewhere. But I must say that the thought of an extra 64 poly does have its attraction.
Jon.


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solton X4 module for arranger function
a 88 weighted masterkeyboard for "piano" keys
gigastudio software sampler for "real" piano sounds

Hi Frank,

i was out of the arranger thing for some time but i see that in the meantime you have been steadily working to achieve what we discussed a year (or two?) ago. Congrats for your persistance. I am quite interested to seek copying your setup.

What the score on Soundtrek? any sight of XP yet?
Are you intending to stick with Live Styler?
How heavy is the tweaking of Yamaha styles?
Do you seen any means of storing complete performance data
Are you not missing a real GSIF capable audio card?

etc, etc ...

great forum, huh..

elle

Frank, Elle:
Forgive my ignorance, but I am very "intrigued" about both your posts on what I think (correct me if I am wrong) is a "virtual" arranger. Sounds to me like a "clever" way of building your own set up to your own specs, at half the cost(possibly less). Am I correct?
If I am, I sincerely hope that you won't mind letting us all into what I believe is the ultimate solution to arranger owners "discontent".
I, for one, am still looking for the "perfect" arranger (or any approximation to it), but I confess that I am slowly running out of money trying to keep up with the latest, only to find out it's not what I was expecting, forcing me into another "cycle" of buying high and selling low (very low, reminds me of the stock market)
Any way, would you guys mind very much expanding on the subject and letting us in on what I believe could be a solution to my "dilemma"?
Thanks.
Ps. If you feel “uncomfortable” about going public with this, I would understand; or maybe you can email me directly. Thanks.
Mario

Frank:
Thanks for your reply on this very interesting concept. The system involving "Motif" with the laptop, sounds quite feasible and simple enough to give it a try.
Nevertheless, outside of my regular gigging, I've been doing a lot of recording in my home with the PSR2000 and Cakewalk pro9 and it has it's limitations although I am "cranking out" some of the best "home made" recordings I've ever made. But as you mention, there seems to be a lot of software out there that is far superior to the one now existent on arranger KBs. So your home set up sounds extremely enticing.
I am hoping that once you are 100% satisfied with your set up, you can sit down and write a book on the subject (maybe a "best Seller") so I can go out and buy it. I am sure by now you've considered it. If not, you should.
Best wishes,
Mario


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While I think ultimately as bluezplayer said, it's very subjective to each individuals ears.....I have to throw my vote in for the 9000 as well. I am hoping the new Tyros is going to be even better as that may well be my next board.

If you want the best sounds all around generally speaking, you'll pay higher dollars for them. It cost more to produce a more sophisticated sound.
jam on,
Terry