Thanks Tony...I also don't have a problem with those using a single stick...if it works that's great.

I just want to be sure anyone buying a Yamaha arranger is going to get a system that will bring out the best in the instrument, and so far, the evidence all points to a stereo system...no phase cancellation, great (and true) sounding effects, and a good full range sound.

I had to have my hearing tested less than two years ago, after my surgery, to make sure there had been no side effects from the drugs...I have lost a very, very small bit in my left ear, so small I wouldn't have known about but for the test.

Just pure good fortune that my band-mate's boss insisted on us all wearing ear protection, and practically gave us the ear protectors...to this day, all of of us except one, have great hearing, and if they dug up old Enver, I'm sure his eardrums would still be in great shape.

Many of the other players back when we were doing the club circuit, especially those who were doing R&B and Rock have severe hearing problems today, some of which are so bad, that hearing aids just will not help. Tinnitus is very common.

I'm glad to hear (pun intended) that you were able to get the proper help with your hearing issues.

Ian