Suki, I understand your point, and if look at all the demoes at web,
you'll find a lot made by Yamaha that is more advanced demoes.
Those that Baartman does are also often 'deeper' than the one above.
Again, if look at the public in the video, mostly well grown up and older people.
They hardly tap feet to the music. They is probably there because of free coffee,
softdrinks and some 'schlager' entertainment, not because they want deep
technical info about advanced features.
I think Baartmans demoes and this one are done for different usergroups.

Btw, I did not pay $6k either, far less, but still not the cheapest I ever bought ......

Hi GJ,

I would love a Genos - who wouldn't? And I have communicated with Frank about the (2) he recently had for far less than $6K.


But I'm pretty busy live on the 3X (15 upcoming gigs in 6 days), so a new arranger is not a wise choice - plenty to do on the 3X.

I enjoy your 'soft' posts, you're a kind fellow. I hope you enjoy your Genos (jealous zuki)

Now we are getting somewhere.........Christmas is coming

To be honest, I do enjoy Genos more than I thought I would be when buy it.
Looks like you're doing it real well with your PA3X, and you know what?
I'm 'jealous' at those who have PA4X-76.

All this love and affection will all change in a short while as soon as the next wave of arrangers is released....
its a revolving door....enjoy what you have while you can.

Thanks, Donny:

The "country sounding instruments (voices) certainly sound much improved from previous "Yammie" Styles. While watching, I noticed two things:

1. The bottom of the Genos appears to be white in color (or lack thereof, LOL) and has an unusual shape if it isn't being distorted by the camera angle.

2. I was surprised at the lack of attention the audience appeared to demonstrate... must not be music lovers??? ...and I thought the demo artist did a more than adequate job... especially since he's German singing a ton of American Songs.

Here we go again... it's all about Fords and Chevys (Brand Loyalty)... but to me, this Yamaha Flagship Machine is a winner despite it's unaffordable price. (Guess I should have asked for a better retirement package?)

----Mayberry Dave (to differentiate me from Uncle Dave)

This has turned into an interesting discussion. I for one enjoy all of the demos. The pros and the semi-pros equally. I for one really don't expect to be moving up to the Geno's anytime in the future. Maybe if I win a lotto I might go for a psr s975 or the Korg pa1000 but in the meantime I'm having a ball learning what I can do with my used 3000. For the most part I think I can duplicate most of the stuff I hear on the demos backing my songs. I'm trying to get where I can move around the system without thought and be creative with what I have. I have come to the conclusion that for the most part I have all the arranger I need for North Central Arkansas and the NH circut. Would I like a new kb? Of course! But I am very happy listening to the assorted demos and picking up learning tips from each.

This is a great demo for this forum. It clearly shows how wonderful the keyboard sounds when used in various venues by a somehwhat above average musician who is also a great singer. And, it also reveals how great the new VH2 system sounds as well when in the hands of a good entertainer.

Good find, Donny,

Gary

Now I'm confused ...