Actually I think the S970 is a great little board! Price, weight, most sounds, much improved VH; all good. But, the kicker for me is lack of pedal control. I can't make it work with 2 functions. I could get by with four, but not two!
I knew abt the pedals going in but thought I could work around it. I know there are control knobs and programmable sliders but hard to reach when playing accordion.
Functions I need: Break, VH on/off, Reg UP, Reg DOWN.
why need a keyboard if your playing accordion?...
why not an arranger module like the ketron Sd4,or Midjay, etc,?
funny how we all play differently personally I use NO pedals at all...haven't used a pedal since my B3 in the early 70's lol....too much junk to set up I'm an quick in & out player,...I have no need for pedals my fingers are faster but that's me,.....
do it the way it makes you happy I say !