Fran.., I still say the MS is a great keyboard. It's abilities as a workstation are top notch. It's ability to satisfy the needs of arranger players is a little touch and go.

If you enjoy writing your own styles.., and like the ability to use sounds for these styles that are in no way possible on the typical arranger..., the MS will bring a huge smile to your face as the result can be very rewarding.

For the arranger player who's looking for the out of box experience that doesn't want to convert styles or record their own, but want the same preset style quality of the big three.., well their needs may not be met on this level (out of the box using presets provided by the company).

Again.., it's not to say the MS isn't a great instrument.., because it clearly is and has capabilities that put it above many arrangers on the market. Potential buyers have to ask themselves what group they fall under. Are you a style writer.., do you enjoy tweeking and converting styles.., or do you prefer good quality presets that require little to no editing. Nothing wrong with either group you're in too.



[This message has been edited by squeak_D (edited 06-05-2009).]