With the release of the MK II’s, the latest in my battle with gear lust has kicked in.
Similar situations:
Yamaha MoX6: Bought mine and less than a year later the MoXF6 came out. New features were an improved “engine” and sample features.
Line 6 X3Live. I’ve loved this puppy since 2007 maybe? Since then they’ve had POD HD, HDX, Helix and Firehawk. A huge reason I never upgraded is because none of them included guitar, bass, and vocal preamps as the X3Live does.
Roland VS880ex. I upgraded to a VS2000cd a few years ago, but I am still very deep into my 880ex songs at 48K, and unfortunately the VS2000cd only does 44K and less! Also the consideration of switching from Roland hard disc to pc recording. I have a learning disorder, and it took me several years to become sharp on my VS880ex. It’s just not worth the time, stress, etc. to change, plus I still like that I am doing things in a very similar fashion to the ways they were recorded in the 60’s, 70’s, etc. I know many people don’t agree, but it works best for me.
It’s taken 1-2 years for my Rytm to break me in, and while the MK II sampling would be cool, I primarily use my AR to play one shot drum samples triggered by Yamaha e-kit, so it’s just not called for. Plus, one day I may go for the Pearl Mimic, but $2k is beyond the budget, and it would need to blow away my AR before I’d consider it.
I really have all I need, I just need to tame my little ego’s pride that wants the latest and greatest of my chosen gear.
Hope to hear YOUR stories!!
Peace & Blessings!!