Hi Jonas (KN_Fan):
It's sounds like (from our conversation the other day) that using the Technics method of composing style patterns (Composer Memory feature) is really IMPORTANT to you and that you want to do EVERYTHING on the keyobard itself amd not from a PC.

As far as easily creating styles from the keyboard itself, I honestly think that Technics wins hands down in this dept. Also, since you say you don't feel comfortable with the typical workstation (Korg, etc) method of composition, and don't use any of the arranger keyboards INTERNAL styles, wanting to create ALL your own auto accomp styles (Technics Composer Memory) on your own instead, it sounds (to me) that you should just get your KN6000 repaired , or if want, possibly upgrade to the KN7000. I might suggest though, that you consider purchasing an external drum machine like the ZOOM MRT-3 drum machne that Squeak uses, as it will offer more dynamic sounding drums (and fills) than the whimpy ones included in Technics KN keyboards can provide. This is my opinion based on all the things you've told me. Good luck in your decision. Scott