I hear ya Chas! A lot of change from years of 3X work. I had the 3000 as my 1st live board (few years) and really liked it, at the time. The Y OS doesn't concern me, been there before!

I almost pulled the trigger on a 4X last night, but at the last minute decided no (another keyboard hanging around and some new monitors I bought could lead to a tongue lashing from my love).

By Friday (deadline to open / no turning back). I just know it would be a great compliment as a backup and exploration into new areas. Plus, a lot of smaller jobs might make this scenario work well. More interested in studio(ing) the Yamaha for its bread and butter sounds. Doubt if I will go live in the near future - 3X just too good still.

Who knows...at least I'm finishing up 13 straight months of remodeling my home - practice time has suffered a bit.