I've worked with both machines extensively and the Akai is easier to get around on. Also, the fact that I can take the LCD with me in the studio is an advantage.

I had some occassional freezes in vs. 1.20 and just upgraded to vs.2.00

If anybody out there can fill me in on their opinion of vs 2.oo let me know. I'm working on a new CD and need as much input as possible.

What's my best way to set this machine up to get the most out of it by using the "user keys" and does anybody out there use 'mark' and 'jump' on a regular basis.

I'm glad I found this site. It's good to hear other people's thoughts on such issues.

Best Regards,

W.

*crosses fingers* ;-)

yea, the OS in the s6000 is working, but probably sucks compared to the emu samplers (i can't really say because i've never really used an emu sampler). but you do realize that emu is on version 4 of their os, so it's not really suprising that akai are a few steps behind.

but i can still make music with my s6000.