Tiger, I like BOTH the Tyros & PSR3000, but in addition to what's already been said by others here, the IMPORTANT diffences(for me personally) and which keep me with the Tyros and not (yet) adding the PSR3000 are:

1. significantly larger 'user' memory storage capacity allowing me to include MORE custom styles directly accesible to the Yamaha Music Finder.

2. 3 vs. 2 foot pedal controler assignments. I require a MINIMUM of 3 for what I do: sustain, fill self, vocal harmony on/off

3. in addition to mic trim knob on both 3000 & Tyros, the Tyros alone has a dedicated mic volume knob on top of the keyboard, for quick convenient on the fly volume adjustments (a must have on stage).

4. significantly better (quick, more responsive) key feel. The PSR3000 imho feels spongy.

5. Much Larger (and in color) LCD screen, making it much easier to view and navigate, with larger arranger buttons (some lighted) making it easier to correctly select.

The MAIN advantages of the PSR3000 is PRICE and built in speakers, as well as slightly lighter weight (24 vs 27 lbs) transport convenince. The primary advantage of built in speakers is for use as personal onstage monitors, but from a professional (on stage) VISUAL standpoint, they give the keyboard impression to most people as looking more suited for home use. That said, I've appreciated the built in speakers on my former keyboards (Technics KN5000 & PSR2000), but don't miss them on the Tyros, as I have the option to add/remove them as desired, depending on the gig.

I concur with Scott Langholf's remarks. I too had the opportunity to A/B the Tyros side by side with a PSR3000 and DID notice a significant sound improvement quality difference.

In closing, if Santa brings a PSR3000 down my chimney, I would still be thrilled.


- Scott