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Originally posted by Diki:


30+lbs for the T3 (25 lbs for the S900), 33 lbs for the KX8... (plus extra tiers for the stand) Starts to make my G70 at 45 lbs somewhat of a featherweight!



Hi Diki,

I don't usually carry both keyboards at the same time. although carrying both is a better balance than carrying one 45lb(+road case)instrument.

The KX8 slips into a lightweight gig bag, as does the S900, and I use two lightweight, but double braced, stands.

Everything...two stands, both keyboards, nice comfy bench, two MS60 speakers(and stands) all fit in my Honda Accord sedan and I still have room for a passenger.

It's not at all difficult to move both, and having the advantage of 88 weighted graded hammer action is truly worth any extra effort.

I've lifted a G70 in a road case...my buddy used to have one...it's very heavy and awkward...plus it still doesn't have weighted keys...I know you don't mind lugging it around, but I know I wouldn't.

I won't compromise what I use for solo piano....some do...but, I only have to please me.

The P85 was even easier to move, but it was on my sample account and it's time was up...the KX8 replaced it...I have to stay current and evaluate new gear...I'm pretty pleased with it so far.

The G70's action feels absolutely nothing like a piano...come on now, we both know that much. ...but for the number of keys, it's pretty much the same as the T3 and Korgs...the keys are a little longer and shaped differently, but they have the same resistance...I've played them, remember...I'm not guessing.


Still...it works fine for your needs, and that's all that's important.


Ian

[This message has been edited by ianmcnll (edited 01-01-2009).]
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