This is my first post in this forum so please bear with me... I have posted this into another forum but didn't find an answer. I have a Yamaha CK61, and I'm absolutely delighted with the interface and sounds, but I need 73 keys because I don't like having to play with the octave up or down button. I also have a Korg C1 Air with weighted keys, so I don't see the need to go for a CK88, CP88, or YC88. Can anyone tell me if the piano sounds on the CP73/YC73 are better than on my CK61? I know the YC73 has FM synthesis, but I'm not a big fan of DX7 sounds either. I've seen some tables with the voice list, which is different among the three models, but I would like to have the opinion from anybody who is able to have both keyboards to tell if there's any significant improvement from YC/CP voices over the CK... Yes I know they share the AWM2 engine, the YC has FM synthesis, but... does it really sound any better?
On the other hand, what is the typical product lifecycle for Yamaha CP or YC? I ask because I understand that after releasing the CK series, the CP/YC range might become somewhat lacking, and I assume Yamaha will try to introduce something of higher quality into the market. Does it make any sense?
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to visit a musical instrument showroom and was able to try out the Nord Electro 6D 73, the Nord Piano 5 73, and the Yamaha YC73/88. Now I'm even more confused. I ruled out the Electro 6D because I really didn't like the waterfall keyboard at all. I absolutely loved the Piano 5 for its acoustic piano sound and the feel of the keybed; it's the one I connect with the most. The YC88 is too heavy for my liking (similar to my Korg C1), and I also find the YC73 too heavy compared to the Piano 5, which, in my opinion, is the most balanced for my playing style (personal preference). I love the interface of the YC73, and it reminds me a lot of my CK61, but I'm sure I won't use the drawbars for the organ part. I was pleasantly surprised by the construction of the Yamaha instruments as well. Right now, I'm about 60% convinced to buy the Nord Piano 5... the only thing that hasn't convinced me is the interface. Any friendly advice? Thanks in advance.