wow, i never realised I would get this many replies, yes I do want to start recording using cubase immediately and yes I have heard the kn5000 and I think its awesome. It all depends on how much these items are sold for, but I think I will go for the kn2600, because I can transfer the styles to sd via the keyboard (very slow I know, but oh well) ... does anybody know which has the best user friendly on board system? best on board mixer?....Thanx again, Baz