actually the guy can play well enough but thats not why i posted the demo so lets just leave his playing skills alone. I was just providing an example that shows how the choir voices on the T4 could become annoying in a very short space in time .And that goes for all choir voices. You have to play them within a certain range for them to even sound human.

Chas,
You got to be kidding...I think your wrong about him.
Go back and listen to all his songs.
IMHO, he is a pretty darn good player.

Actually a damm good player.
Lee S.

$5,000 for a Tyros4? No way..try $3,300.
About the same as aT3 was/is.
You guys need to shop around.

Come on Ian...you get a great price (Employee) Probably sligtly over cost.
Lee S.

Hey, if you enjoyed him, that's all that matters. To me, he plays very mechanical; what synchopation there is seems forced (not natural). I don't want to take this further off course so let's just say, whatever turns you on.

chas

chas

I just spent a few hours playing a T4. The vocal patches are excellent!! Can they be overused ... absolutely!! All the sounds are first rate.
It is an excellent arranger KB in the hands of a competent player. I love the styles!! Especially the Swing/Jazz and Ballads.




[This message has been edited by JCkeeys (edited 11-19-2010).]

So John have you sold your PA2xPro yet?

Have not sold it yet Steve!! I'm getting close!

Hi John, if possible, please explain how the Tyros4 Swing/Jazz & Ballads styles differ from the Swing/Jazz styles on the Korg PA2Xpro?

Which of these two keyboards do you think is best suited for playing jazz piano standards with a small jazz combo rhythm style backing (bass + drums)? Also which keyboard has the best acoustic piano sound for this type of music? Thanks. - Scott

Scott
I like the piano "Sound' on the Pa better than the T4 but the T4 is acceptable. The biggest problem for me with the PA is lack of available styles. Also, the existing styles are very good with some exceptions. The exceptions are those that are too "Busy". I like the simplicity of the Yamaha styles. I do not care for a style that has a "Color" part. A flute or whatever that comes in every now an again. Many styles on the Korg have this. To some this is a plus to me it is a minus.
I know the "Live" issue has been discussed many many times. Is live better?? IMO not necessarily!
To answer your question I think the T4 gives you more options. Now if you feel comfortable with limited style options than I guess it does not matter.
For me, I want the option of using many styles and the Yamaha gives me that option. The support of the Tyros is not equaled by other brands, as you know.
IMO those Yamaha folks that are attracted to the "Live" sound of the Ketron and the Korg will soon get tired and frustrated with the the lack of support and return to Yamaha. Just one mans opinion!!
The musicality of the Yamaha styles are just easier to play with, again, IMO.

John, coming from someone who appears to enjoy playing similar repertoire as myself, I have especially appreciated your candid personal assessment. Thanks. - Scott