I'm Stuck! What Synth for < $600

Hi guys.

Here's My Spec:

- A controller for every parameter (or near enough) I want it to be as hands on as possible for live performance. Something like the layout of the Roland SH-201

- At least 49 keys and 8 note polyphony. I'm a bit uncomfortable with anything less.

- Veering more towards a smoother virtual analogue sound rather than digital mush.

-New or Second hand

You can hear the music it'll be for here: http://www.myspace.com/adyhall If you can't be bothered to listen it's for a Pop/Rock/Electro band

The synth sounds for this album were actually done with the Xpand plug-in with pro tools and hence sound a bit crap.

I've done quite a bit of research and the Roland JP-8000 seems to fit what i'm looking for. I have not played one though and i'm unsure if it's voiced a little bit more towards Dance music? The Novation X-Station has great features too but wasn't too impressed by the youtube vids.

Any ideas?

X-Station is very very nice for the money. Don't judge it only based on Youtube vids, try to go somewhere and play on it. Has a great keybed.

Maybe Nord Lead 2(x)?

Nord Lead 2

Novation X Station

Roland SH-201

Were all the choices that leaped to mind here too..... Also an OB-12 can be had quite cheap, and although the sound is subject to taste, it has pretty much the best hands on user interface of any synth imo.

I have actually tried out the SH201. Wasn't a fan, sounded too much like a kids toy rather than a serious musical instrument...!

Exactly my thoughts, sold it and bought Nord Lead 2x. Much happier