I agree about the factory styles on ALL of the arrangers not being exactly what we'd like...that's why I spend so much time editing and assembling styles that suit me.

Of course, not everyone wants to do that, and most of the people I talk with are totally happy with their arrangers (of any brand) without any additions. Personally, I've added nothing to my Tyros4 except for re-programming styles...I don't see the need for extra samples, or bunches of custom registration banks...the instrument has more than enough sonic power for my needs, right out of the box.

I hope the BK-7m works out for you...it sure appears to be a handy little rig. You should be able to find at least a few styles among the zillions available for Roland arrangers that at least make you reasonably happy...if I had felt as disappointed as you do with your BK-7m, with my Tyros4, I'd probably send it back....as you say, the STYLES are what count.

Have you tried re-programming/re-assembling/re-voicing the ones on the BK-7m? It's supposed to have the same tools as the arrangers.

Ian