I too have also been a heavy Cubase SX user.

I am now facing a very similar position as Heavy Beats. I can either upgrade and get Cubase SX3, and never look back again......or i can try Abelton Live 5.

Everyone keeps telling me how much of an awesome program Live is, and how much more 'inspirational' it is than Cubase. I dont exactly know what is more inspirational about one program more than the other, but i am very tempted to find out myself the credibility of such remarks by giving Live a shot.

The problem with me, is that im constantly thinking whether SX3 is such a major upgrade from the original SX that it will inspire me to use the program more often. I can only afford to buy one, but not both. Any suggestions?