Interesting post Lucky. Keep in mind, however, that 100-square miles is just 10 miles by 10 miles, which in my part of the world is like walking around the corner. I've driven four hours each way to hear sound systems, and three hours each way to try out various keyboards. To me, it's that important.

I don't put a lot of stock in demos. It's what I hear first hand from the keyboard that counts to me, and hopefully my audiences. Downloaded demos, IMO, rarely reflect the actual sounds of the keyboard, especially when used during live performances. But, what the hell do I know? I can't be too bright--I've had the same keyboard for four years.

Gary