Sebastien,

I have followed Technics instruments since about 1999, when I bought a PR702, the next generation digital piano beyond the one you inquired about. I have literature and specs on the x02 series, ie 602, 702, and 902, but nothing on the x00 series.

However, I have played on the x00 series a few times at my local dealers. I would describe the PR900 as the first really great, top of the line, digital ensemble instrument from Technics. It has the basic operating system and features that lasted throughout all of the subsequent pianos and keyboards, through the x02s, x03s, and the last PR 804.

Compared to current models, the major difference in features would be that the styles on the 900 are comprised of 5 parts rather than the 8 parts on the 804. The sounds and rhythms have been upgraded, but evolution describes this much better than any revolution along the way.

I can't comment on service, particularly in Canada, but do think that at the right price a PR900 could be a very satisfying purchase. Only you can decide what is the right price, although a dealer with a used instrument "blue book" could provide some assistance.

Hope this provides some help.

Lanny