Not to be melodramatic, but I didn't want to be rude. In the past I would just disappear without a word, but this time I won't. I've decided to leave as moderator, and after Sequential has replaced me in a week or so, to leave the forum as well.
I've loved the enthusiasm for synthesizers constantly expressed here, the decency of the way forum members have communicated, and especially the reverence for Dave Smith and his long line of musical masterpieces. But the fact is, my personal tastes in synthesizers look back to the old DSI. And after recently buying a second Prophet '08 Keyboard, it struck me that I'm well enough supplied for the future. I don't foresee any personal needs or inclinations toward the newer Sequential instruments. Plus, the prices now are so steep that I can't see myself affording a Sequential synthesizer. By now I've said everything I have to say on this forum, and I have nothing else to add. So, I've decided to simplify life a bit, conclude my forum activity, and concentrate more on other pursuits, both musical and non-musical.
Believe me, this is difficult to do. I've invested a huge amount of life and love in my activities here, on the previous DSI/Prophet forum, and with this company in general. It gives me a lump in the throat to leave it all behind. But such is life. Things change, hopes and ideals wither, and aspects of life become stagnant.
I hope I've caused no hard feelings with anyone due to my own critical tendencies and poorly expressed opinions. If I've offended anyone, I sincerely apologize.
Slán Go Fóill.
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