Squeak, agreed. I never thought I'd miss my XP50 when I sold it a few months ago because I wasn't using it on the job anymore, but now I remember that RPS thing it had, and it was a loop sequencer and it did work well. Because the band isn't playing much right now it's hard to justify buying something new, but I definitely do need a synth. The 2k has some great sounds and features, but it isn't a dedicated synth. Lately, I've really tried to buy equipment for my needs, not my wants or even the latest board on the market. But now I'm really looking seriously at the VR-760. I've had a few Rolands and I guess I still like them (except the Phantoms - YUK!). The 2k is a refreshing change from my previous aranger, a Korg iX300. My band plays a lot of MIDI stuff, but the arranger gives me that LIVE option whenever I want to do something different. I use my SC88 for the midi files and now use the arranger as my sole stage keyboard - K.I.S.S. - but maybe I need to bring back a second keyboard (synth). I've rambled too long OT. See ya.

cass

[This message has been edited by cassp (edited 05-27-2003).]