Yamaha p80 dying -- suggestions for replacement?

[David]

Unfortunately a recent move left my 2nd 'D' and 'E' keys above middle C VERY sticky. Additionally the once-clean piano sound is very buzzy, for lack of a better term, on my amp. I have had this keyboard for 8 years, so I have gotten a lot of good use out of it. Do any of the pianists here have any replacement suggestions?

Needs:

- No longer gigging regularly, but really like the portability of the P80. Using mostly for practicing purposes, but want the flexibility for the rare engagements

- Weighted keys a must! The P80 action is very good, in my opinion.

- Sounds / polyphany / midi / computer hookup not important. A good piano and rhodes sound is all I need.

Thanks in advance!

Edit: Right now I've looked into the new Yamaha P85, but I was wondering if anyone had recommendations of something better, before I go with the old tried and true...

Edited August 13, 2008 by David

[Jim Alfredson]

What's your budget?

[Robert J]

I was a Yamaha guy for awhile and then went Roland with my current piano an FP3 (about 5 years old). They now have an updated version with much better organ sounds though I am still happy with what I have. The Rhodes is good too. I always liked Rolands weights.

http://www.roland.com/PRODUCTS/en/FP-5/features.html

Otherwise, when I worked at a piano store 4 years ago, I got hooked on the Kawai mp9500, though it is not cheap. Has real wooden hammers inside (but shorter) which actually strikes something giving a true feel. You can probably find one used somewhere.

http://www.cleverjoe.com/synths/kawai_mp95...ano_review.html

Edited August 13, 2008 by Robert J

[David]

Thanks for the replies thus far. My budget is 500-1000, although I could probably go higher if needed. That Kawai looks amazing! I'll have to check the Korg and Kawai out too.