Well that clears some things up.. Thanks AJ.

This is very good news indeed i.e. >> aftermarket audio styles will be produced by Ketron, the ability to load Akai samples and new software to help synchronize imported akai and wave samples to new or existing audio styles with Audya sound engine/OS, and finally, a "solid" release date of January '09.

The icing on the cake would be an affordable price point upon release. I realize Ketron needs to recoup R&D for the Audya and also to make a reasonable profit beyond recouped R&D. But a special "introductory" price would sure go a long way to get the ball rolling once the Audya is released to the public in January. >> I'm not trying to strong arm Ketron of course, I just want them to be aware - as if they're not already, right? - that the world economy has tanked big time and people are holding onto their assets tighter than ever. To get them warmed up to the idea of peeling the fingers off their hard earned cash it may be necessary for Ketron to come in with a low ball price on the Audya and then make up for it after the Audya has gained in popularity and in overall sales. Roland did that very thing with the new Fantom G workstation.

>> So what I am trying to say is hopefully the sticker shock won't be too awfully upsetting, severe, and mind numbing to the masses.

Best,
Mike


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