With, it seems to me, its closer kinship with Korg (sliders, strong drums, interesting basslines, etc.), I think I could go for an Audya, even though I've never seen nor heard one in the flesh.

Henni, how's the service aspect on your Audya been in SA? One of the great sticking points appears to be after sales service, especially here in North America. Some have dumped it for that very reason. Get that right, and I'd definitely be interested - hell, I've developed the necessary muscles after schlepping a Pa1XPro around for the last four years.:D

Where would I even find one in Canada? And an agent here would be a must. I wouldn't be interested in cross-border issues.