I just spent the better part of three hours down in the studio trying to record a song and have nothing to show for it. I can't believe how good this thing sounds, YET how many screens and values I have to edit to get the sound I want. I can't even adjust the tempo with the alpha dial unless I go into another page. Either I have to find a way to handle this monster, or I'm gonna make someone else a very happy G70 owner. I'm starting to understand that maybe I should save some of my favorites, but that goes against my grain. SIMPLICITY, is that too much to ask.

$2250 and it's yours.

[This message has been edited by cassp (edited 09-10-2007).]

You want simplicity, buy a piano.

Use anything else, and you're going to have to crack the manual, AND learn to work within it's OS and capabilities. And I mean ANYTHING else...

Cass,

After my 3K woes today, I'm half tempted to check out the G70 and learn its system, use the harmonizer, play 76 keys and perhaps have dependability.

I sold my E-600 for $525 and have the 3K for sale. I don't believe I could get close to $2250 but I'll keep you posted.

zuki

As if... I'm no stranger to the manuals BUT learning to work within the OS and capabilities is something of a chore. Way too much BS just to make some sounds. Maybe I will get a... XK-1 and pickup something else for the few rhythms I need. Screw the harmonizer and Cover features. I'm beginning to feel we've all fallen into the technology trap. Urgh!!!

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Zuki,

Too bad you and all the 3k guys here have used them so much. I'm afraid to make a trade or purchase because they've been played so hard (extensively is maybe a better word). And to think I might have been interested in a trade+$. No offense friend, but I play a lot of A's too.

I got an idea... somebody come on over and show me how to play this thing correctly. Me trying to learn out of this manual is like trying to translate Latin using a Chinese dictionary.

Cass,

I wasn't suggesting a trade of my 3K - I wouldn't impose that on you I'll just sell the thing and have some cash to buy something - who knows what yet.

zuki

zuki the G70 would be a perfect fit for you for sure!

Why would you go to a studio when you're not prepared and have not learned how to use the instrument? You need to read the manuals, experiment with voice settings, read hints on this and other forums & websites, see video demos at Roland, etc. With instruments this complicated and feature filled, this is the age of the owners manual.

Thank you for that most enlightening observation

The studio is a converted bedroom in the basement.

I have learned how to play the instrument; I'm just frustrated that I still have to do all this mumbo-jumbo editing crap to use a style the way I want to.

I've read the damn manuals four times already! I have them at my chair right now! and I DO READ HINTS all over this frickin' internet. This keyboard has driven me mad

You obviously know nothing about me, my abilities or preparation. AND your comments are driving me crazy

Sorry to dump on you like that. It's been a frustrating evening. Peace