Dave Smith Instruments SYNTHESIZERS

Hello,

i have few questions (some for Stefan) 

- i noticed that only the Vol. knob has an indicator
  are the other one endless encoders a la Q or normal knobs ? 

- If they are normal knobs 
  How was the usual problem of jump value when u grab one been 
  dealt with here ? 

- prices ... orf orf !!! 

Could someone pls explain me how is possible that this thing 
cost in USA 2000 dollars (1485 euros) and here in EU 2195 euros ? 

that is a different of 960 dollars (710 euros) !!!!!! 
how is this possible ?  that is more than 30% !!!!!! 
Are EU salaries on average 30% higher than in USA ? 
I can understand some differences and tax and this and that but 
32% IMHO is outrageous. 

sources :

http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Prophet08/

http://www.touched-by-sound.com/


Regards
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