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Based upon their recent trend of keyboard flagship names, Im calling the next generation of performance based workstation, like the Montage, the KORG ZEUS!

Sorry to hear about Ed but, Roland has been struggling since their main guy left and started Spectrasonics.

So no one is gonna mention the Korg Kronos 2?! To my ears it has some of the beefiest brass out there!

For the record on Kronos voice structure: - HD1 rompler is 8 multisamples × 2 OSC - AL1 (VA synth) is 2 OSC x 2 instances - MOD7 (FM synth) is 8 operator, -- waveshaping -- all DX7 algorithms -- freely routable Further, each program is actually a double program. You can combine either 2 rompler engines, or mix and match any of the synth engines. Also includes a drum track. Combinations have 16 programs + 2 audio IN + 2 USB in. 12 freely routable Insert FX 2 Master FX (send/return) 2 Total FX (multi band compressor, etc) Songs/sequences add 8 tracks audio to the Combination structure. Kronos, like Integra, has full MIDI multimode implementation. Any of 16 programs can be assigned to any MIDI channel, allowing splits/layers/note ranges. Kronos as master controller can transmit on any of those 16 zones. I better stop now, I love tech features. I could write a manual on this. (And practically did for the Alesis Fusion.=) Man I have a Kronos 2 61 and a MODX8! Thats an unfair comparison lol! I regularly gig with my MODX8 and my keybed has none of the issues.

What case are you using for your MODX8?

Thanks Larry!

Clanking notes They said that about my Casio PX-5S. As with anything newer, lighter versions, there are gonna be trade offs. Im not expecting a perfect keyboard, I want A functional keyboard. Yes the keys May clank, but does it get the job done? A lot was taken off the keyboard to make it lighter. So You have to account for some imperfections: You want that quiet smooth, silky keybed? thats gonna cost and add weight. You want that sturdy solid aluminum frame/covering? Thats gonna cost and add weight. You want those extra controllers with all 8 knobs? Thats gonna cost and add weight. You want a regular built it power supply minus the walwart? Thats gonna cost and add weight. I think Yamaha did a fabulous job cutting the corners where they did. In short for the value, I welcome The IMPERFECTIONS!

I think It will be just fine. If my featherweight Px-5S which is made of glass, can survive someone as clumsy as I am, anyone can handle that MODX! Lol

After all my research, watching a ton of videos vs the Montage 8, and this thread (yes I read EVERY reply!), I too have just purchased a MODX8! The weight, flexibility of sounds, controller functions, built in audio interface, feel and price was everything I needed to fulfill my gigging needs. IMHO, this is the ULTIMATE stage piano for the regular gigging musician who sets up their own gear.

Thanks for the info regarding the KL-8. I had no success in finding a MAP or date it would be available. Does $899 seem high when compared to the Key Largo? I know it is at least one extra channel of stereo inputs, but the price was higher than I was thinking it would be. That cant be right! You could buy TWO Key Largo and have more flexibility.

+1 Though I admit I feel just a bit of naughty delight when I read about the UB-Xa, given what I know of what Gibson did to Oberheim. +2! I agree as well!!

Privia PX-5S! I still can't believe that I spent that kind of money on a Casio!! Lol. But I LOVE it!

Never hold grudges! Sometimes you have to put your ego behind you. I always look at the overall picture: was I a perfect fit for the band, was I unaware that I outplayed everyone else that made me "stick-out" too much, was I too loud, did I fluently know the song, what did I bring/contribute to help enhance the band's sound, etc. There will always be other better, bigger,and greater opportunities. The question to ask yourself is "what did I learn from this audition that will make me a strong candidate for the next audition?"