Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

Hi all,
I've seen many basic (and complex) questions on the list about midi
sequencer/recording softwear (several from myself) and wanted to make sure
that those of you who are new to this world know that there are a few good
resources out there that I have found, besides this list:

1) http://www.tweakheadz.com/Sequencer2.html: Rich's review of the three
main sequencers out there. Very informative, no matter what level you are
at. I still haven't decided what to buy, but this will help me.

2) digital musician magazine: On newstands now (in USA, at least). Worth
purchasing if only for the rather incredible demo cd that is enclosed. I had
trouble finding demo's on the web so this was a valuable find. It's trial
versions include Cubase VST, Cakewalk Pro Audio, and many more too numerous
to mention. Sequencers, synthesizers, you name it. Try before you buy. The
editorial content's pretty good as well. Also comes with the Roland/Edirol
catalog. 75 pages of computer music hardware and softwear. Really cool stuff
(most of which I'll never need or buy, but fun to fantasize).

3) Make Music Now! magazine (from Keyboard Magazine): Not sure anyone could
actually "make music now!" after reading this, but some good basic info
nonetheless. "Remixing 101", "Turn Your Computer into a Synthesizer!" (not
sure this one warranted the "!" but...), "Recording a Song in 7 Easy Steps".
You get the idea. Good for a complete novice like myself.

With all the talk about midi and recording lately on the list, the above
stuff can bring you up to speed.
Later,
Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Rich <rich@...>
To: DTXpress@onelist.com <DTXpress@onelist.com>
Date: Monday, February 28, 2000 4:40 AM
Subject: Re: [DTXpress] midi sequencer software


>From: "Rich" <rich@...>
>
>Hi Ken,
>I think that the notion that software works best only on intel machines is
>no longer true, esp. with the AMD series out now.  Older Cyrix chips--yes,
>there were problems.
>Regarding sequencers--if you want reliable performance you need to let
those
>budget seqs go by and get either Cakewalk, Cubase or Logic.  I wrote a
>comparision review on my website if anyone is interested,
>
>Best,
>
>Rich
>Unique Sample CD Roms and SoundFonts
>   Main site:  http://www.tweakheadz.com
>  MP3 files:  http://www.mp3.com/tweakheadz
>
>>
>> Is anyone in the group using audio/midi software on a PC?
>> I'm trying to find out what's works best, what quirks, etc.
>>
>> system:
>> AMD k6-2 400
>> 96 meg pc100 ram
>> 2 20-gig udma 66 ide drives
>> Amptron PM-585 MB
>> Creative Ensoniq Audio PCI
>>
>
>
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